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MAKE-UP TRENDS
2014
HAIR TRENDS
2014
HAIR & SKIN
Here Comes
The Sun
Harper's
Essentials
Bad Habbits
Put on skin-care products in the correct order, otherwise it’s almost as if you’re not wearing them at all. Apply from lightest consistency to heaviest so active ingredients are able to penetrate the skin. In other words start with liquids like toners or serums, then lotions, then creams (with SPF), then ointments. Also, if you want to layer more than two products, consider sticking with one skin-care line, they are designed to work as sets.
Storing creams & co where water can seep in, will introduce bacteria, and disrupt the chemical makeup of the product. Close covers tightly to avoid your product oxidising on itself and airborne bacteria to settle in. Avoid storing creams (especially those containing antioxidants) anywhere hot, humid or sunlit (best in the refrigerator).
FOODS FOR. . .
GREAT
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Fish is good for you. Full stop. If you want to be good to your hair, go with Salmon, Sardines or Herring. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin B12 and iron, these fish will restore shine, nourish the hair follicles and aide scalp circulation.
Another great source of Omega 3 acids (hair regenerator) & Zink (hair loss preventer). Nuts and Flaxseeds offer a good alternative to fish.
Vitamin C Make sure you include Vitamin C in your diet as it is necessary for the absorption of zinc. Hydratation Water helps to maintain the moisture content as well as keeps the hair healthy and shiny. source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com Keeping that Body Moving Exercise releases happy hormones and helps combat stress, which is a major reason for hair fall.
Fish is good for you. Full stop. If you want to be good to your hair, go with Salmon, Sardines or Herring. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin B12 and iron, these fish will restore shine, nourish the hair follicles and aide scalp circulation.
Your Hair
Cocoa hydrates your skin, making it firmer and more supple and dark chocolate contains high levels of Flavonols, a potent type of Antioxidant. For maximum Flavonol content, eat chocolate that's at least 70 percent Cacao. A couple of squares a day should be enough to improve luminosity. Applied topically, the Caffeine in chocolate may temporarily reduce skin puffiness. Try cocoa-rich 100% Pure Cocoa Kona Coffee Body Cream ($15, 100percentpure.com).
The Protein you get from eating dairy helps skin become firmer, therefore making it more resistant to lines. Greek yoghurt is especially beneficial due to its higher protein content. Eat a single serving daily to make your complexion smoother. Try Korres Yoghurt Instant Soothing Gel ($38, sephora.com) to calm irritated, dry, or sensitive skin.
Fight Crow's-Feet with Peppers. It seems that women who eat Green and Yellow Vegetables regularly tend to have fewer wrinkles, especially around the eyes. Also, studies found that Carotenoids - the antioxidants in yellow and orange veggies - can decrease skin's sensitivity to the sun. Aim for about two cups of peppers daily.
Cocoa hydrates your skin, making it firmer and more supple and dark chocolate contains high levels of Flavonols, a potent type of Antioxidant. For maximum Flavonol content, eat chocolate that's at least 70 percent Cacao. A couple of squares a day should be enough to improve luminosity. Applied topically, the Caffeine in chocolate may temporarily reduce skin puffiness. Try cocoa-rich 100% Pure Cocoa Kona Coffee Body Cream ($15, 100percentpure.com).
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