healthier hair..

Want healither hair? Here's a few simple tips to help you get there.

Remove product build up and hard water depoists that makes hair look dull. Rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar is a good home remedy. Mix one part vinegar and five parts water into a spray bottle and apply it to your scalp. RUb it in until it gets fizzy then rinse clean with cool water. Follow with a light conditioner and your hair will feel soft and look shiny.

Hydrate hair after sun exposure and the best way to do this is with a hair mask. Crush a little bit of rosemary, sage and fenugreek seeds and put into a cheesecloth. Tie the cheesecloth and steep in hot water for 10 minutes. Next warm the olive oil on the stovetop, add herbs and blend well. Once it has cooled, apply to scalp and massage in. Wrap your hair in a towel and leave for 20 to 30 minutes, then shampoo out.

If you've got dry, dull, and colour-faded hair, try a lemongrass oil mask. Lemongrass oil does wonders for hair as it goes into the cortex of the follicle, filling the shaft and leaving your hair silky and shiny.

If your hair isn't looking any better after that, it may be time for for a hair cut. Only cut off a cm if you dont want to shorten your length, and try to get it done regularly.

make up update

recent make up looks ive done..

and some old favourites.

bad acne habits

Have you got acne, are there things that your doing that makes it worse than what it could be? These things could be stopping you from clearing up your acne?

Squeezing your pussy pimples/blackheads - doing this can spread bacterica from underneath your fingernails as well as the bacteria from the pimple. It can also leave scarring on the face.

Using make up with ingredients that cause irritation - Avoid these offends: artifical colour, look for FD&C in the ingredients list which means this product has artifical colours. These can irritate your skin and cause breakouts. Lanolin which is basically sheep sebum, it can be good for dry skin but not for oily skin. Mineral oil leaves a film on your skin trapping dead skin cells and bacteria and can also give you milia. Petroleum is oil as you may have guesse and you don't reall need to be be putting more oil onto your skin. Isoproyl myristate which can actually make your skin feel less greasy but it also clog pores and irritates the skin. Artificial fragrance irritates the skin and causes breakouts.

Over-drying your face - Drying out your skin will actually cause your glands to produce more oil. The skin naturally tries to correct itself, therefore if it feels dry it will try to balance the situation by producing more oil. Be gentle with your skin and keep it hydrated.

Pressure (literally) - also known as pressure induced acne which is acne caused by physical pressure on your face, be it from your mobile you are constantly on, an instrument or simply your hand resting on your face. This pressure not only exposes you to bacteria, it forces the bacteria against your face

Stress - You are aware that stress gets your heart racing, stomach churning and causes wrinkles, it also increases the hormones that can cause acne. So try to find ways to help yourself chill out.

Your laundry schedule - Think about it for a second, your face lies on a pillow case for hours each night and if its not clean, you're bascially rolling around on dead skin cells and bacteria. And that towel of yours? If its not fresh from the dryer, you could be wiping germs all over your newly cleansed skin. Suggestions are that you change your pillow case one or two times a week and using a fresh towel daily.

Using dirty make up applicators - You need to think about your actual brushes that you are using on your skin. remember to only use a make up sponge once and clean your brushes once a week with a brush cleaner or shampoo.

Your diet - its not exactly true when they say chocolate and hot chips give you acne, its an overall unhealthy diet that effects your skin. Frequently eating foods that are known to spike your blood sugar levels will mess with your body and cause acne.

Wearing the wrong clothes - fibres in your cupboard such as polyester and lycra can trap dead skin cells and sweat against the body. Try to choose clothes with natural fibres and that your skin can breathe in.

Smoking - There is evidence to suggest that smoking causes acne. It has been identified that non-inflammatory acne to be common among frequent smokers. They also found that smokers who had experienced acne in their teen years were four times more likely to have acne as an adult than non-smokers who also had acne in their teens.

Spraying perfume - The perfume you use can irritate your skin aswell. Make sure to avoid your face when applying, an easy way to do this is spray onto your wrist and dab it onto your neck.
Being lazy with your routine - When you skip cleansing your skin and moisturising, it can undo all that you've done for your skin. It is also not good to get frustrated with a current acne treatment routine as it takes about a month to see improvement.

Tanning - Even though the sun dries out your skin, baking in the sun is not a way to clear up acne. Over-drying your skin will cause it to produce more oil, and tanning also increases cell production which means more dead skin cells.

skin sins

There are things that we are doing every day (nearly) that are not only affect our skin, but our health as well. Learn about what these bad habits are and avoid them for healthier skin and a healthier you.

Not having a home care routine, I see several clients weekly that come into the collage clinic saying that don’t do anything at home or they only just rinse their face. They may have really good skin (which they must be damn luckier, cause I can’t explain it just yet) or they don’t have good skin: they’ve found that it ages too quickly, they are still having pimples pop up. A basic routine includes cleansing once in the morning and twice at night if you’ve been wearing make-up, following up by applying eye cream and moistuiser. Ensure you exfoliate twice a week and use a mask once a week.

Basic aging habits are also part of these skin sins that include not using sunscreen daily, not drinking enough water, consuming too much alcohol, smoking, too much junk food and caffeine, too little exercise and too little sleep.

Not using oil on your face - Most people would freak at the idea of putting oil on their face, especially if you have oily skin. But using oil can actually decrease your oil production. Sounds crazy, i know. Overcleansing the skin is known to stimulate the sebum glands which promotes more oil production whereas applying oil to your face can have the opposite effect and actually slow oil production and make you less shiny. Essentials oils that are anti-bacterial and anti-fungal are good at killing bacteria that causes breakouts. Apply this oil at night when you don't mind looking a little bit greasy.

Eating diary and other inflammatory foods - The hormones in cow's milk have androgenic affects that can cause acne in women. They can worsen acne issues and accelerate aging. So it is best to find calicum in other forms such as leafy greens and tofu.

Using too much cortisone - They tend to be in your first aid kit at home and are used for bug bites, rashes, etc. But we tend to forget that cortisone is a steriod and long term use can lead to tachyphylaxis which is when the skin gets so used to having cortisone around to control any inflammation, it reacts if you suddenly stop using it and becoming 'angrier' and itchier than ever. Overuse of cortisone also causes collagen to break down, which leads to thinning of the skin and worst case - stretch marks. So remember to use this product safely - only using a small amount, not using it for more than two weeks and only when you need it.

Not airing out your makeup brushes - While we know that we should wash our brushes, once a week, there is the common mistake of not airing them out after washing them. So remember after you washed, leave them out till they are bone dry and see your doctor if you develop a rash.

Using recreational drugs - while there are obvious health reasons to avoid recreational drugs, now there's another consequence that can result if you just say yes. You could find crusty, purplish areas of dead skin on your body that have a good chance of getting infected.

Taking supplements without a doctor's approval - Certain supplements can interfere with prescribed medications. Even if your not on any meds, mixing supplements can be hazardous to your health

Drinking your water instead of eating it - We all know the 8 glasses a day rule, but it turns out that your body doesn't retain a lot of that water, since it goes right through you during your bathroom breaks. The secret to retaining water is by eating it. Suggested are food with large quantities of H2O such as watermelon and zucchini. As a general rule, starting eating more fruits and vegetables, which have higher percentages of water than processed foods.

Getting refills of prescription pills without seeing your doctor - Some medications for your skin need to be monitored closely as they can affect your liver, blood pressure, etc. So its best to check with your doctor before getting your next refill.

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nails

some of my nails that ive done, most of them are not nail art.. and im not that good. but i honestly just love a good polish of the nails.

i do know of some good nail artist, swatch and learn, daily polish and the nail pro

core exercises to trim your waistline

Some tips before you begin working on your waistline, you need to keep your body in a neutral position when doing these exercises to protect your muscles and joints. Go slowly and carefully for maxiumum effect and cutting fatty foods from your diet can help zap tummy fat as well as walking.

Basic Crunch - Lie on your back on an exercise mat or carpeted surface with feet planted firmly on the ground. Cross your arms over your chest and using the strength of your abdominal muscles, lift your upper torso off the floor toward your thighs. This movement should be very short. Don't attempt to touch your thighs, as this can overstress your lower back. Keep constant tension on your abdominal muscles throughout the exercise and with a controlled motion, return to the starting position.
Do 10-12 reps per set; work up to two sets.

Oblique Crunches - Lie on your left side on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Bend your knees and curl slightly at the hips. Clasp your hands behind your head. Raise yourself up slightly by lifting your upper torso off the floor, contracting your waist. Return to the starting position. Keep your core engaged throughout the entire exercise.
Do 10-12 reps per set; work up to two sets. Repeat the exercise on the other side of your body.

Bicycle Maneuver - Lie on your left side on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Bend your knees and curl slightly at the hips. Clasp your hands behind your head. Raise yourself up slightly by lifting your upper torso off the floor, contracting your waist. Return to the starting position. Keep your core engaged throughout the entire exercise.
Do 10-12 reps per set; work up to two sets. Repeat the exercise on the other side of your body.

Captain’s Chair - Sit up straight on a sturdy, armless chair or weight bench and grip the sides to stabilize your upper body. Slowly draw your knees up toward your chest. Hold for a moment, then lower slowly.
Keep the motion of raising and lowering your legs very controlled. Concentrate on using the strength of your abdominal muscles to push through the exercise, or else you could place too much stress on your lower back.
Repeat 10-12 times; rest briefly and repeat.

Vertical Leg Crunches - Lie on your back on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Extend both legs straight up in the air so that they are perpendicular to the floor. Place your hands lightly behind your neck. Keep your core tight and engaged. Slowly raise your head, shoulders, and upper back off the floor--no more than 3 to 5 inches. To protect your neck, be careful to not use your arms to pull your neck up. Hold for a moment, then return to the starting position.
Repeat 10 to 12 times per set; work up to two sets.

Half Roll-Ups - Lie on your back on an exercise mat or carpeted surface with your legs stretched out and your arms at your sides, palms facing down. Press your ab muscles into the floor, flattening your arch.
Lift your shoulders and upper torso off the floor, forming a "C" shape--about half way up. Your head should come up last. Slowly return to the starting position, following the same path, with your head touching the floor last.
Do the rollup 10-12 times per set; work up to two sets.

Plank - Lie face down on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Rest on your forearms with your palms flat on the floor. Keep your spine in the neutral position. Push off the floor so that your body is parallel to the floor and raise up on your toes. Rest on your elbows. Keep your back flat and your body in neutral alignment from your head to your heels. Think of your body as a table being supported by two sets of "legs" (your arms and feet). Hold this position for as long as you can, up to 60 seconds. Work up to repeating three to four times per session.

Side Plank - Lie on your side on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Raise your body off the ground and balance yourself with your forearm and the side of your bottom foot. Rest your other arm at your side. Make sure your body forms a straight line from head to heels. Contract your abdominals.
Hold this position as long as you can, up to 60 seconds.
Work up to repeating 3 to 4 times per session. Repeat on the other side.

Back Extensions - Lie on your stomach on an exercise mat or carpeted surface. Rest your arms at your sides. Gently contract your lower back muscles and lift your chest 3 to 5 inches off the floor. Don't strain; just raise your chest as much as you can. Hold for a moment, then slowly lower.
Repeat the move 10 to 12 times per set; work up to two sets.

Hip Extensions - Kneel on an exercise mat or carpeted surface and place your hands on the mat, under your shoulders, about shoulder-width apart. Keep your spine in neutral alignment. Slowly lift an opposite arm and leg up together. Pause, then return to the starting position. Repeat with the other arm and leg.
Alternate in this fashion 10 to 12 times per set; work up to two sets.

Wood Chops - Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a light dumbbell or medicine ball with both hands. Bend at your waist and hold the weight at your right side. Keeping your hips forward, sweep your arms up and across your body in a diagonal until your arms are over the left side of your body.
As you perform this move, make sure you're lifting from your core to produce the rotational movement.
Repeat this movement 10 to 12 times for one set; work up to doing two sets. Then repeat the move the other way.

trying out my medusa make up

i used some on my new make up, on a few different occassions. trying it out on my boyfriend's niece. and the rest on me. and im really loving, the different colour mascaras.

medusa's make up..

i just recieved my order from medusa's make up. so excited to use it. defiantely giving it a go tomorrow, see what exciting stuff i can come up with.

and an ol' photo shopping. im jealous, i want that top but this was last summer.

wacky beauty tips

Those random tips that you've heard along the way and whether they actually work or not, well here's are some that do actually work for you.

You hairline is starting to look a bit greasy? Get a fluffy make up brush, dip it into loose powder or use baby powder. Remove the excess by tapping it once and then dust it over your roots. It soaks up the oil and blends into your strands.

Spray a light shot fragrance into the bristles of your brush and run it through the strands of your hair and it will smell amazing throughout the day.

Soften Calluses by applying vaseline/petroleum jelly on your feet and put socks on, leaving them on overnight.

Avocado is a natural moisturiser, take a ripe avocado, remove the pit and skin and mash it up in a bowl. Smooth it over your body and let it sit for 20 minutes and then rinse off.

Wild Eyebrows? Tame the with an eye cream to keep them in place, hydrate them and banish icky white specks. Or you can spray hair spray onto an eyebrow brush to control them.

Trying to get your streaky tan off? Put some baking soda on to a pair of loofah exfoliating gloves and scrub away.

Comb vaseline lightly through the tips of your eyelashes to get a sexy, subtle sparkle with having to cake on the mascara.

Ran out of shaving cream? Do double duty by coating your stems with a thick hair conditioner. It softens the hair so it’s easier to shave off and makes legs feel amazingly silky.

If your underarms start to look dry and flaky, an easy trick is to exfoliate them with a gentle face scrub to keep that skin pretty when going sleeveless.

Make an Egg White Mask To revive tired, dull skin without hitting the spa table, try this: Crack open an egg in a bowl, separate the yolk, and use the egg whites to make a face mask. The proteins help to heal and restore skin’s moisture. Leave it on for five minutes, and rinse off.