Monday, October 20, 2008
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Beauty & Fashion.qald
Fantasy Inspires McQueen Looks
Tree roots, insects, wood nymphs and the alien in the movie "Species" inspired looks at Alexander McQueen.
More...Fellini Eyes Steal the Show at YSL
Fellini's 1963 movie "8 1/2" helped inspire makeup backstage at Yves Saint Laurent Thursday.
More...Hurley Kicks Off Lauder's Breast Cancer Awareness Effort
It wasn't just Elizabeth Hurley's star wattage that lit up Bloomingdale’s 59th Street store during a personal appearance there Thursday evening.
More...Maybelline Marketing Head to Leave
Cheryl Vitali to join Lancome.
More...Tova Gets Personal With Ambre D'Oro Fragrance
Perfume Tova Ambre D¿Oro, set to debut in November on QVC, reflects its creator's love of Italy with Sicilian lemon and peony peregrina notes.
More...Friday, October 3, 2008
Anti Aging Herbs For The Heart
Take a bite on a habanero pepper and you instantly feel a rush of heat to all parts of your body. That is due to the increased blood flow throughout your body. That is an effect that no pharmaceutical drug can create. Cayenne moves blood to the sick and dying organs and with it nutrients and healing bio-chemicals. At the same time it gets the waste materials carried away. For best result, Cayenne pepper should be taken with meals. Use 1/4 of a teaspoon of powder, or more, in a cup of distilled hot water.
Jiaogulan.
Jiaogulan is a Chinese herb and in Japan it is called Amachazuru and it is used to lower the cholesterol levels in the blood stream. It lowers the LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and raises the HLD cholesterol (good cholesterol). This herb can lower the blood pressure when it is to high and it can also rise the blood pressure when it is to low.
Soy.
Soy has been used in Japan and China for centuries and has shown to reduce the chances of having a heart attack. It is also shown to reduce the chances of developing breast cancer, uterine cancer, and ovarian cancer. Good sources of soy are lentils and flaxseeds, tofu, miso and soymilk.
Gynostemma Herb.
Gynostemma herb is also known as Southern Ginseng by the Chinese Herbalists. It is not related to ginseng and it belongs to the cucumber family and has traditionally been grown in the South Central China area. This area of China is well know for the long life if it's people as well as the low occurrences of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Gynostemma has been shown to have a marked effect in reducing the amount of cholesterol levels in the blood. Gynostemma works by emulsifying the cholesterol deposits that have accumulated on the blood vessel walls, thus making them available for excretion out of your body.
Procyanidolic.
Procyanidolic aligomers (PCO) are derived from pine bark and grape seeds. Studies have show it to prevent histamine release, promotes healthy veins and circulatory system.
Lecithin.
Lecithin has been showed to lower the risk of heart disease. It reduces the adhesiveness of platelets in the blood stream; reduce very low-density lipoprotein, lowers triglycerids and cholesterol in the blood.
Foti.
Foti can lower the cholesterol in the blood by inhibiting its absorption in the intestines, which assists in the prevention of arteriosclerosis and other heart related diseases.
Niacin is the closest thing available to a perfect treatment that corrects most causes of coronary heart disease. Niacin blocks the release of fatty acids from fat cells. Niacin plays a critical role in energy production, gene expression, and hormone synthesis. You cannot live without it. Niacin also tends to shift LDL particle distribution to larger particle size and improve HDL functioning. The intake of 3 grams Niacin for as little as two weeks can reduce serum cholesterol by 26 percent.
Vitamin E.
Vitamin E supplies Oxygen to the heart and the other muscles in the body. Accelerates wound healing and aids in the functioning of the immune system.
If you just feel that you need vitamins, supplements or herbs to fight the aging process then find a good health care professional prior to starting any type of home treatment.
Always consult your doctor before using this information.
This Article is nutritional in nature and is not to be construed as medical advice.
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Anti Aging Skin Care And Acne
The skin of men and women should be properly moisturized so that signs of aging will diminish and along with a good sun block will go a long way to accomplish your goals. There are a number of different products available but not all of the products you try will provide satisfactory results and in some cases may actually worsen you acne problem.
Consulting a skin care expert or a dermatologist should be your first step before using any type of anti aging acne skin care regiment. There are many kinds of acne scars that may have appeared on the surface of the skin, which may prove to be resistant to the anti aging acne skin care product you may use. A professional can tell you which products would give you the best results based on the type of skin problem you have.
A good choice for anti aging acne skin care is glycolic acid peels, salicylic acid peels, as well as TCA peels that are often recommended by dermatologists because they work well on not only acne scars, but also takes care of age spots as well as fine wrinkles. Another product you can use is Bi-phasic peel.
You need to take timely action when the first signs of acne or aging appear. Any delay would only lead to a worsening of the condition. Applying good anti-aging acne skin care products will not only help remove wrinkles, but also may have a positive effect on the acne scars since the products used contain Retinol, which is a form of vitamin A and it has considerable rejuvenating effects on aging skin.
Vitamin A in the form of Retinoid and Retinol are used in the cosmetic industry to improve the skin replacement rate. The effects of acne and the scars from acne can be markedly reduced by this higher skin cell replacement rate. The anti aging chemicals also found in vitamin A are absorbed through the skin and can increase the collagen level giving the skin a more youthful appearance.
Regular application of retinol can make the skin soft and smooth. The pores will be cleaned and less visible and wrinkles will be less pronounced thus the signs of aging would be reduced. Retinol has been found to improve skin texture, tone and color.
Common Vitamins and over the counter products can help with aging such as Vitamin A, Antioxidants, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and Aloe Vera.
Substances called Antioxidants can neutralize free radical by pairing up or binding with the free radical elections thus inhibiting them from damaging cells in the human body. Natural Antioxidants are abundant in fruits and vegetables such as, apples, blueberries, broccoli, cherries, cranberries, Grapes, spinach, and Spirulina a blue-green algae.
Vitamin D is manufactured in the skin following direct exposure to sunlight. Many studies show that Vitamin D production decreases in older people and in those who are housebound. Vitamin D is needed by the body to absorb calcium, which makes your bones stronger and helps prevent factures.
Vitamin E is also clinically proven as an effective antioxidant. It also improves our skin's moisture and content, but also has skin protection properties and is good in smoothing our skin.
Aloe Vera will help rejuvenate and tone skin all over. A naturally cooling gel, the Aloe Vera botanical ingredients work together to stimulate the blood circulation and naturally soften the skin.
If you just feel that you need vitamins, supplements or herbs to fight the aging process then find a good health care professional prior to starting any type of home treatment.
Always consult your doctor before using this information.
This Article is nutritional in nature and is not to be construed as medical advice.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Beauty & Fashion.fcpu
Cruelty meets beauty for Pakistan burn victims
Saira Liaqat and Urooj Akbar are among Pakistan's many female victims of arson and acid attacks. Such tales tend to end in a life of despair for the woman. The two instead became beauticians.
More...Keep your skin looking forever young
Wanted: your freshest-looking face. Found: the smartest spot removers, wrinkle fighters and dullness erasers to help you take five years off your skin.
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The right treatments can save your skin
The first signs of aging — sun spots, crow's-feet — show up earlier than we ever realized. However, the right treatments can make all the difference.
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Henna hazard: Chemical causes ornate allergies
Dermatologists warn that a chemical found in black henna tattoos can cause a severe allergic reaction, leaving people with bubbly blisters in shapes like suns, stars and flowers.
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Tiny carp nibble your toes in fishy pedicure
Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your feet in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Beauty & Fashion.ahom
Ask the Eco Geek: Is smelly nail polish dangerous?
My wife bought some acrylic to do her nails and my daughter’s nails. The scent of it was so strong I had to go to the other room. How harmful are these smells to my small children?
Ethan
Behind the Seams with Kate D’Arcy of Toggery
“We all have to do our part, why not look fabulous while you do it!?"
Kate D’Arcy, Toggery Organic Designs
Over-exposed: after sun skin care
Has the end of summer with too much sun and too little sun screen left you feeling the heat? Here are the products you should be slathering on to help you reverse the burn.
More...Getting hung up on being green
How many wire hangers have you thrown out this month?
More...Natural moth protection
The hot summer months are prime time for moths to start munching your clothes, rugs and other household fabrics. How can you protect your home from the ravages of moths without resorting to toxic moth balls?
More...Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Beauty & Fashion.xwfg
Cruelty meets beauty for Pakistan burn victims
Saira Liaqat and Urooj Akbar are among Pakistan's many female victims of arson and acid attacks. Such tales tend to end in a life of despair for the woman. The two instead became beauticians.
More...Keep your skin looking forever young
Wanted: your freshest-looking face. Found: the smartest spot removers, wrinkle fighters and dullness erasers to help you take five years off your skin.
More...
The right treatments can save your skin
The first signs of aging — sun spots, crow's-feet — show up earlier than we ever realized. However, the right treatments can make all the difference.
More...
Henna hazard: Chemical causes ornate allergies
Dermatologists warn that a chemical found in black henna tattoos can cause a severe allergic reaction, leaving people with bubbly blisters in shapes like suns, stars and flowers.
More...
Tiny carp nibble your toes in fishy pedicure
Ready for the latest in spa pampering? Prepare to dunk your feet in a tank of water and let tiny carp nibble away.
More...
