March 4th, 2010
Maybe you’ve heard your mom talking about it, or your girl friends at your slumber party. There are simply too many beauty myths to count, which can come from our simple skin creams to our daily beauty routine. These beauty myths may even cost us a lot and some are handed to us from the past. It seems that when it comes to beauty, we may sometimes lose our logical self in the need to fuel our vanity. Know that these are purely fiction and it’s high time to know what’s real and what’s not. Continue reading
January 19th, 2010
Beauty may be more than skin deep and is touted to be in the eyes of the beholder, but your skin is the very clothing you wear that people see each day. How many times have we marveled at people with amazing, youthful, healthy, and glowing skin? Perhaps, a lot. Our vanity has even driven us to spend thousands of dollars on skin care products that promise the alabaster beauty to shine from within. Continue reading
December 26th, 2009
If you have tried almost everything over your local drug store to counteract the inevitable thinning of your hair, chances are, you are not alone. For this reason, hundreds of hair loss products have been making huge profit out of our need to bring the luster and thickness back to our beloved mane. There are many factors why a person suffer hair loss and it can be caused by your genes, age, diet, hair care, physical activities, and free radicals. Continue reading
November 25th, 2009
Just how safe and natural can your beauty product be, or is this some urban myth that you have to give up for good? There are plenty of beauty and personal hygiene products in your local drugstore or beauty counter and the promise of instant gratification have made many women skip the very important question on these products’ safety. Continue reading
September 21st, 2009
When people hear the word aloe vera, they can only think of beautiful hair and sunburn. There’s more to this amazing plant that is used to moisturize and protect your skin. As early as 3,500 years, our ancestors have known the healing powers of aloe vera. Many of our beauty and health products today include aloe in its ingredient since it is a very versatile plant that promotes healing. Mostly known for its topical application, aloe vera makes a perfect companion for your skin, soothing you from skin injuries that can often happen when least expected. Continue reading
August 11th, 2009
There’s a favorite line from a song that says ” .. there’s a sunshine after the rain…” It is surely a wonderful metaphor for life’s ups and downs, making us walk into the cleansing light of a new day after a night of storm. Literally, sunshine just feels good on the skin and for this, we have all been eager to bask under its summer glory, even risking skin cancer just to get sun-kissed, glowing skin that makes you a golden persona of great health. Continue reading
June 23rd, 2009
Summer is here to stay and one can be so excited to enjoy all these summer fun that sometimes, safety and health is ignored for the sake of basking in the glory of the summer sun. This season is where people get easily tired and exhausted due to heat and humidity. It is in this season that extensive heat coming from the sun’s rays can really be at its peak, making the body of all living things – dry. Continue reading
June 16th, 2009
I remember those teenage years when I am constantly spending hours of wasted time, staring at my body and face in the mirror, looking for any flaw. I guess the pressure to look beautiful is at its peak during adolescence, where everyone is wanting to be among the in-crowd of the most beautiful people in campus. There is just something about beauty that attracts people like moths to a flame. Sometimes, this flame, consumes them.
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June 13th, 2009
Before, it just took me less than 30 minutes to shop for my favorite skin care brand, but today is a different story. It took me more than an hour reading tiny labels, to see if they are really toxin-free. Maybe, I have went to the wrong store. I should have visited those few retailers who are selling natural skin care products without me having to scour all over the place. But.. It was real fun. Continue reading
June 6th, 2009
Your wonder gloss may be the ultimate summer beauty must-have, giving your pout an extra shine without the waxy feel of your lipstick and lip balm… but these shimmery sticks can greatly boost your risk for – Lip Cancer. Continue reading
June 4th, 2009
A toss of your favorite lettuce, avocado, tomato, cucumber, olives, and carrots can be a healthy salad treat that’s good for your body. Mix these ingredients with olive or sweet almond oil, or aloe vera, and voila! You now have a natural, beauty-boosting recipe. Continue reading
May 28th, 2009
Mineral makeup has been piling up the cosmetic shelves like storm, and we see a rise in number of women patronizing these trendy product lines, from the cheapest drugstore labels to the high-end brands. The promise of healthy glowing skin that is marketed to give a lot of healthy benefits makes mineral makeup a real help – or is it just another hype?
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May 27th, 2009
Every year, the earth’s temperature is rising to some degree that we see new cases of skin cancer – to its deadliest form. In UK alone, people with malignant melanoma have already crossed beyond the 10,000 margin, according to the Cancer Research, UK. Continue reading
May 6th, 2009
People throughout the ages have always been fascinated with the proverbial “Elixir of Youth.” There is just an insatiable lust to look younger and beautiful for the rest of our mortal lives. From ancient Egypt to our modern day cosmetic surgeries, we have been bombarded by Continue reading
March 12th, 2009
I have always been a caffeine junkie, sipping my favorite cup of Macchiato to rev me up for the day or a Frappucino Grande to cool me down on a sizzling hot afternoon. We all love coffee and that rich aroma filling you like an aphrodisiac, making you want to have more.
Coffee for Suncream? That’s a little bit odd for me. I’ve just read some news about it. Studies have found out that caffeine blocks UV rays and Continue reading
