A Cup O' Joe: DIY Facial Scrub The following article was written by PETA intern Sofia Hueter. Many of us are accustomed to the daily ritual of guzzling cup after cup of coffee to stay awake because it is so ingrained in our society that habitually drinking something with caffeine in it every few hours is the best way to fight fatigue. Caffeine does, in fact, help to ward off our lingering morning drowsiness, but drinking coffee, though often delicious and enjoyable, is not the only way to get the caffeine fix that your body craves. Did you know that your body can absorb caffeine through the skin? Although the exact concentrations of caffeine that can permeate the layers of your skin is still being researched, scientists do agree that, even if soaking your body with coffee doesn’t deliver the same kick that several cups of coffee do, it can provide you with a nice energy boost. In addition to giving you a pick-me-up, coffee has other benefits. Mix the coffee grounds and olive oil.
9 Pretty Simple Pimple Home Remedies A few weeks ago when I was digging around for a post to “revive” from way in the depths of Crunchy Betty, my first thought was a very, very old post titled 27 Quick and Crunchy Home Remedies for Pimples. It’s a great post, full of fun little ideas for when you have a giant monster on your face and want to treat it quickly. I even used several of the ideas in the Simple Pimple Remedies section of Food on Your Face for Acne and Oily Skin. There’s just one problem with it. The picture I used to accompany that post is horrendous. So it was kind of like a creepy clown that’s been baked in the oven at 125 degrees for about 3 minutes. I will not post that picture here, because by gosh and all, I don’t want it haunting me for the rest of my blogforsaken life. So, when I realized I couldn’t “revive” that post as is, I thought, “I’ll take a few new pictures for it.” So here you go. Also, let it be known that these are not ranked by my personal favorites. Kinda magic. Ah. Tomatoes. Now, now.
How to Make Your Own Beauty Products from Scratch Let's keep things simple this week. When it comes to personal-care products, we are big believers in streamlining what you use—see "Eight Products You Think You Need But Don't" for a refresher—buying less in general, and getting creative. We have both always loved experimenting in our kitchens and our bathrooms, checking ingredients in products we love, isolating the main ones, and then trying them on their own. Sometimes it works: A favorite hair leave-in contained aloe, for example, so one day we tried aloe alone and found that, lo and behold, it worked just fine on its own. And sometimes it didn't. Over the years we have tried dozens of DIY beauty recipes to find ones we like—and that work. Simple body scrub Honey face wash We already told you about our new favorite homemade face wash last week but here's the recipe: In the palm of your hand, combine a tablespoon of raw, unfiltered honey with a half a tablespoon of baking soda, mix it together, and apply to damp skin. Perfume Shave oil
Beauty Tips - Skincare at WomansDay.com - Womans Day Whether it's for antiaging creams, acne medicine or exfoliating scrubs, American women spend a bundle on maintaining their beauty. In fact, a 2008 YWCA report found that U.S. women dole out around $7 billion—roughly $100 per month—on cosmetics and beauty products. But there’s a select group who prefer to go the old-fashioned route, choosing cheaper skincare methods that use household goods. From removing makeup with vegetable shortening to dabbing hemorrhoid cream under the eyes, discover eight of the most bizarre ways women bolster their beauty routines. No Stubble Left Behind Reality TV star Caroline Manzo brought shaving to light on an episode of Real Housewives of New Jersey. Get Basted And here we thought cooking spray was for our skillet! Wipe Away the Puffiness In addition to dazzling eyeshadows and lustrous bronzers, every makeup artist has hemorrhoid cream in her arsenal. Jolt Cellulite into Submission Sorry, Marilyn—on most busy days, coffee is actually a girl’s best friend.
Beauty Tips - Makeup Tips, Reviews and Advice Skin Type: CombinationYour cheeks feel dry and scaly, while your T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) is oilier. “The right regimen will get oil production under control and skin evened out,” says Kenneth Beer, MD, a dermatologist based in Palm Beach, Florida. 1. Wash your face with a mild foaming cleanser (foams leave less residue). Look for one that contains green tea, like Alba Sea Mineral Cleansing Gel ($9.95; albabotanica.com), to calm, soothe and give skin a healthy glow. 2. 3. Midday Treat For a fresh face, dab with a moist cleansing cloth, especially before touching up makeup. Skin Type: DryIf your skin feels tight and itchy and tends to look dull and flaky, here’s the routine for you. 1. 2. 3. Midday Treat Keep a facial mist in your bag or desk. Skin Type: OilyDo you have large pores and find that you’re shiny by midmorning? 1. 2. 3. Midday Treat Blotting papers like Black Radiance Oil-Absorbing Blotting Tissues (50 sheets, $2.99; at drugstores) reduce shine instantly. 1. 2. 3.
Beauty Tips - Beauty Secrets from Around the World at WomansDay.com When it comes to beauty routines, the grass is always greener. Japanese women have it made with their long, glossy hair and Greek women’s olive-toned complexions are always luminous. But how do they do it? Put down your passport—you won’t need to go anywhere to find out. We got insider beauty information from experts on how women across the globe stay gorgeous. Read on to find out their secrets, and learn how you can recreate them at home. Australia Australian makeup artist Napoleon Perdis says yarrow extract is used by Australian Aboriginal women to prevent stretch marks, thanks to its moisturizing and hydrating properties. Chile Chilean women credit the antioxidant powers of red grapes for their luminous skin. Dominican Republic “If you ever meet a Dominican woman, look at her nails––chances are they’re super-strong,” says Vadhera. Egypt According to Vadhera, Cleopatra’s beauty secret was taking milk baths to soften her skin and remove dead cells. France Greece Israel Italy Japan Spain Sweden
do-it-yourself sugar scrub if you didn't know from earlier posts, this christmas was my second DIY christmas. since i have so many family members, what i end up doing is making a lot of the same things for several people. like this sugar scrub for the ladies! this stuff is a great exfoliator, smells and feels and looks so good, and contains ingredients that are amazingly healthy for your skin. it is totally non-toxic; you could even EAT it! though i would recommend not eating it, since it is mainly just sugar. just take a taste after you make it; i did! (super yummy! hehe.) this is so easy to make, and is such a great gift. and look how pretty! i love 'em. the blue is an almond scent, then we have grapefruit and lemon. up there in the top right photo, the cream color is also almond. Sugar Scrub what scents could you add? try these essential oils: almond, juniper, cinnamon, ginger, guava, peppermint, spearmint, wintergreen, lavendar, rose, orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit, or tangerine.
7 ways to get rid of dark circles/ANY type of scar/Stretch Marks. | DIY Beauty Tutorials These 7 ways I am sharing, are the MOST EFFECTIVE ways that makes those ridiculous scars disappear, no matter what type they are (acne scars, tissue scars etc). Make sure you are NOT allergic to any of the ingredients I am going to mention. 1st Solution: (For dark circles and scars) You Need: 1/2 tsp Turmeric 1 tsp yogurt (at least 10% fat) 4-5 drops Lemon Juice Directions: You can find turmeric powder in any Asian/Indian stores. 2nd Solution: (For Dark circles, scars and stretch marks) You Need: Aloe Vera Gel Directions: You can find this gel at any drugs stores/pharmacies. 3rd Solution: (For scars and stretch marks) You Need: 1 tbsp Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 tsp turmeric powder/ gram flour Mix them well and apply it on the scar. 4th Solution: (For scars only) You Need: A slice of lemon Just rub it on the scar in circular motions. 5th Solution: (For dark circles, scars and stretch marks) You Need: Cocoa Butter You can find this at any drugstores/pharmacies. Bio-Oil I hope it works on you all.
Hair Oils In case you haven’t noticed beauty oils are having their moment. Everywhere you look—there’s a bottle of that slippery, amber-hued substance. But we have to admit we were confounded by one particular type of oil: the hair oil. A whole barrage of them started showing up in the office, one seemingly undistinguished from the next. So it got us to asking: Are they best for wet or dry hair? Can they replace our favorite conditioner or de-frizzing product? Splurge-worthy Kérastase Elixir Ultime, $54 Tested by: Angelica Catalano, YouBeauty Assistant Editor If you want low-maintenance with lasting power, give Kérastase's Elixir Ultime a whirl. A quick pump on dry hair gave me the instant gratification of seeing my coarse strands smooth out right before my eyes. Read More This blend of four exotic oils (maize, pracaxi, camellia and argan) helped revive any dullness, but what amazed me the most was how quickly my hair drank this stuff up without ever looking or feeling greasy. For Colored Locks Shampoo
The Complete Guide to Waxing for Beginners Nothing beats waxing for smooth, hair-free skin all summer long. Because waxing removes hair at the root the results are more effective and last longer than shaving. If you're tired of shaving every day, waxing may be for you -- but it can be intimidating for beginners. No worries, we're here to guide you every step of the way! Should I Wax at Home or Leave it to Professionals? Beauty expert Alexis Wolfer, founder of TheBeautyBean.com, recommends at-home waxers start with their legs: "You can see what you're doing best and the risk of screwing it up is minimal at most." Once your skin is clean and dry and your wax is at the right temperature Wolfer recommends you, "apply the wax in the direction of the hair growth and then pull it out in the opposite direction." The Hair "Down There" Maybe you don't mind shaving your legs every day, but the thought of maintaining a clean bikini line while on your beach vacation is enough to send you to waxing salon. What is a bikini wax? Relax.
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