10 Steps to Clear Skin
With all of my product and lifestyle research throughout the years, I now know what keeps my skin clear and acne free. Here are some tips and products I have used that give results. Don’t pick! This is the first rule of thumb. Picking your skin, especially with bare, unwashed hands, will defeat the effects of any healing products or healthy lifestyle changes you may be doing. Picking your skin with bare hands may lead to small cuts and tears from your nails, and dirt is easily passed from your hands to your skin, thus creating breakouts.
Brigitte Bardot hair: how to
a fashionising.com how to: Some hairstyles have a habit of dipping in and out of fashion, while others are so classic they never seem to date. It’s one from the latter category that we focus on today, drawing inspiration from those icons of the 1960s that were so seductive, so utterly sex kitten, that it’s hard to imagine their voluminous hairstyles ever being less than desirable. So while perfect as a 2013 hairstyle, and surely beyond as the sixties fashion revival continues its rise to dominance, this is also a style that can be adapted and varied year after year, and thus one well worth mastering.
GUEST POST - thebeautydepartment.com
photos by: Kathleen Bly post designed by kristin ess Mad love for our first guest post winner, Taylor Nick!!! I am fully obsessed with this bohemian-inspired-braided-goodness! Even though Taylor had some SERIOUS competition, there’s no doubt that this little lady took the cake in our hair tutorial contest.
D.I.Y. Curls // How To Rag Roll Your Hair - A Beautiful Mess - StumbleUpon
I love the look of naturally curly hair! My sweet friend, Katie, told me about rag rolling. It's a quick and simple way to get natural looking curls without using a curling iron!
8 hair care treatments you can make yourself
Eggs, yogurt and honey are, at first glance, all components of a tasty breakfast — but they also happen to be hair treatment ingredients, and affordable, all-natural ones at that. And they're not the only ones. Did you know, for instance, that the oils in avocados more closely resemble our own skin's oils than any product in the beauty aisle does? Or that the mild acidity in lemon is an effective — and gentler — alternative to chemical-laden products? Next time your locks need a lift, save money by using one of these kitchen fixes. For all hair types
Different Ways to Apply Eyeshadow
The weekly Q&A section is finally back and this week, Yael wanted to learn more about the different ways to apply eyeshadows: “I want to try a different way of applying eyeshadows but have no idea how! I keep using a light color up to above the crease with something dark on the lid. Any suggestions?” Answer: Of course there are many other ways to apply eyeshadows! The key is to experiment and find out what works for your eye shape.
Pamper Your Hair with Common Kitchen Staples
Photo: Rene Syler At the end of last week, my hair had a birthday. Yes I know how crazy that sounds but when you hear the backstory, you'll know why we were celebrating. About 3 ½ years ago I was in the hospital with a very bad case of bronchitis. When I was released I went right to the hair salon to get my hair chemically straightened, as I had been doing for the last three decades. Well the combination of medicine in my system and chemicals on my hair, already in bad shape from heat and color, took its toll and my hair fell out.
How To Get The High (Very French-Feeling) Bun
Lately, it seems, we’ve been inundated with red carpet high buns—Charlize Theron loves ‘em, Rachel Bilson went high and tight recently, and SJP has sported the high bun for years. Mostly I shy away from the style because I think they look a bit too ballerina and also just too sweet on me—until now. I happened upon this high bun, above, and instantly fell in love.
DIY - MAKE YOUR OWN WAX FOR HAIR REMOVAL
I was chatting with someone on my flight back from my vacation. She lived in another country where salons are hard to come by or if they are around, they aren't very good. So, sometimes a girl has got to depend on herself. You can make one on your own so easily.
How To Get Rid Of Freckles Naturally?
I personally think that Freckles look cute but I know lots of people who don’t like them and just want to get rid of them. Here are some remedies to fade freckles. 1.You can fade freckles by rubbing Lemon on your skin or by applying Lemon Juice using a cotton ball. Lemon has a natural acidic power to lighten skin. Never do this if your skin is sensitive or if you are allergic to citrus fruits. 2.
How To Use A Sock To Get Beautiful Curly Hair Without Heat
If you are a mom on the go with long hair you HAVE TO try this. It will knock your socks off and have you wrapping your hair up in them! This is all about how to make your hair beautiful with no heat and no time. Curl your hair in your sleep with a sock. Yup, you heard me right.
DIY Weekend Spa Treatments - Martha Stewart Home & Garden
Simple, natural beauty treatments using Ayurvedic ingredients will promote balance and serenity during your retreat. Each morning after breakfast, spend some time caring for your skin and body. You may choose to do all of these treatments, or just one or two. SaturdayFace and Body Ubtan ScrubThis invigorating "ubtan" ("cleansing paste") scrub improves circulation and help tone slack muscles. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup oat or chickpea (garbanzo) flour, 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 tablespoons each ground mustard and crushed fresh coriander leaves, 3 tablespoons rose water, 1 cup orange juice, and 1/2 cup water; stir to blend.
Natural looking beach curls in under 20 minutes!
I don’t know about you ladies, but I’m itching for the summer. It doesn’t help that department stores are already putting out their summer wear and swimsuits. Have you ever wanted to get that beautiful “natural” beach curl look to your hair? I want to share with you a technique that works for ALL types of hair, whether it be short, long, thick, thin, frizzy, or flat… and no curling iron involved!
