Archive for August, 2009
Free Radicals — Finding the Facts
My easy definition of a Free Radical: Cell molecules experience loss of electrons from stress, excess sun exposure, smoking, lack of rest, inadequate diet, etc. The cell that has lost an electron is called a Free Radical. In an effort to replace the missing electron, the Free Radical starts robbing electrons from other cells. This can lead [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Tips on Lips
Here are some ideas on keeping lips soft and smooth: 1) Keep lips moisturized. Use a natural (or as close to natural as you can get) lip balm or lip gloss to help protect lips. Finding a natural ingredient lip gloss can be a challenge (I use Royal Bee brand for it’s great honey taste and [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Chemical Spotlight
Phthalates– These chemicals are commonly found in cosmetics and personal care products. The European Union banned their use in cosmetics in 2005, but we in the USA are lagging behind. Why are phthalates such a bad ingredient? One of the reasons is this chemical is a known male reproductive toxicant. Studies on animals show that [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Girl’s Spa Night
A relaxing spa night with your girlfriends, sounds fun and indulgent but it doesn’t have to be expensive. The key to success is to keep things simple and fun. You may just want to focus on one area of the body, like the feet or hands. Or do a facial or yoga themed party. Be extra [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Great Skin Care Information on the Internet
Might sound impossible, finding great (and free) skin care information on the internet, but it is easy if you follow a few tips: 1) Although googling ”skin care” will get you loads of web sites, look for a website or an article written by a professional organization or medical professional. 2) You are better off with information [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Green Skin Care Journals — Lemon and Water
When I think of lemon and water, I come up with an image of a tall glass of chilled water and a twist of lemon served at a restaurant, but for some reason drinking lemon and water at home never came to mind. Until I read about how lemon water has been used for centuries in [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Exercise and Beauty
Here are some great websites to check out how exercise can help your skin look better and be more vibrant: http://www.webmd.com/skin-beauty/guide/exercise-your-body-your-skin http://www.fitfiend.com/faq/how-can-exercise-improve-beauty-and-self-image http://www.modelbeautytip.com/exercise.htm
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )Skin Care from the Inside Out
When someone talks about skin care, I immediately think of something that is put on the skin or done to it. Yet, in reality, skincare is so much more than that. Good skin care is part of a lifestyle of healthy eating, getting enough rest and exercise, learning to reduce stress, and controlling the intake [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Can Green and Glam Co-exist?
Being green is a good thing, but do you have to look like an Iowa farm girl because of it? Of course not! Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with the natural look. Having healthy skin so you look great without make up is a really good goal. But how about the times [...]
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