Tag: beauty
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The Anatomy Of Grey: Understanding Aging In Hair
Grey hair– you either love it or hate it, show it off or hide it away. According to research, different ethnic groups will generally go grey at different times. Caucasians tend to start from the mid-30s, while ethnic hair tends to go grey only after 50. Contrary to popular belief, stress has not been shown…
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The Next Big Thing: Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant
In this product review article, we share on the best and latest in beauty so that you know exactly what to expect from the newest products on the shelves. For this one, we reviewed the new Daily Superfoliant by Dermalogica. What does it do? This daily exfoliant detoxes your skin from air pollution particles, which are known to…
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Mushrooms: The Most Effective Anti-Aging Fungus
In our quest to age gracefully and stay healthy, mushrooms may be the answer to all of our aging questions. Health Benefits of Mushrooms Mushrooms are full of health benefits such as boosting the immune system, and they’re also a great source of vitamin D which helps to maintain healthy bones. A recent study recently…
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The Next Big Thing: Neostrata Daily Peel Pads
In this product review article, we share on the best and latest in beauty so that you know exactly what to expect from the newest products on the shelves. For this one, we reviewed the new Neostrata Smooth Surface Daily Peel Pads. What does it do? This innovative anti-aging technique, developed by Neostrata, allows you to reap the…
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Skincare Must-Haves: Boost Your Beauty Ritual
In this article, we have collected a number of must-have skincare products that are sure to boost your beauty rituals and your mood! 1. Bobbi Brown Remedies Skin Fortifier This is a super blend of essential oils for skin that has lost its vitality and resilience. The ingredients Your skin’s barrier is composed of three key lipids…
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Food For Your Skin: A Serum For Every Concern
The objective of a serum is to deliver concentrated amounts of an ingredient directly into the skin. The smaller molecules used in the formula allow for a high concentration of active ingredients to penetrate far deeper into the skin than a moisturizer. This doesn’t take away the importance of a moisturizer; it simply makes serums…
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Max Factor: The Man Behind The Beauty Business
Did you know that there is one man singularly responsible for setting the beauty standards of the last 100 years? And did you know that this man is the same man who invented the word “makeup”. Who is this man, I hear you asking? Mr. Max Factor That’s right, the iconic Mr. Max Factor, is…
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Hair
Because its primary function is protection, hair is a good indicator of changes in the body. It naturally goes through three stages: growing (anagen), resting (catagen) and falling (telogen, which makes room for new hair). Over time, the follicles and papilla degenerate. As we age, blood vessels are constricted by stressful conditions, preventing nutrition from…
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5 Hydrating Power Foods For Youthful Skin
Youthful skin starts with hydration. Even though the skin is the biggest organ in the body, it is also the last organ to receive water and essential nutrients. Dehydrated skin can easily become wrinkled and loose. Even though stress, sleep, food and hormones all impact our skin, a good hydration routine can help keep you glowing…
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My 5 Cents Worth on Elizabeth Arden’s Advanced Ceramide Capsules
There’s no doubt that Elizabeth Arden’s original Ceramide Capsules are extremely popular and have quite a loyal following. If you’re not quite familiar with them, these little golden pods consist of a bio-engineered, skin-identical ceramide formula. Yes, I know that’s a lot of fancy talk, and I get that ceramides sound like something you’d need in…