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11 Homemade Beauty Recipes to Staying Beautiful All Season

by Diana Ajih on November 23, 2009

Get your skin looking good and at it’s best this winter season or for any season. The holidays are here which means stress, stress, stress and spend, spend, spend but why not save some money at the same time. Check out these 11 Homemade beauty recipes that are budget friendly to keep your skin looking fabulous.

1. Feeling a bit run down lately? Give your skin a boost with this refreshing Energizing Rose Mask.

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2. Got dry winter skin? This Nourishing Quinoa Mask should do the trick! A natural home remedy using quinoa cereal.

nourishing quinoa mask

3. Home recipes for beautiful skin: Oily, dry, and irritated skin recipes from some of the country’s top estheticians!

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4. Homemade skincare from your kitchen cabinets. Check out these DIY Homemade recipes that promises a clear, smooth complexion.

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More recipes after the jump…

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Tips on Eating For Beauty

by Diana Ajih on March 17, 2009

in health

Eating for Beauty

I wanted to share with you some beauty tips that I found on the news yesterday. I was watching Good Day LA morning news and on the Style File section, beauty and health food expert, Kimberly Snyder gave some great tips and recipes on how to eat your way to beautiful skin. I was so impressed by some of her recipes that I decided to share them with you. She also mentioned her beauty product Essential Beauty, which keeps your skin looking young. It’s also a favorite for many celebrities. If I get the chance to try this product, I will definitely put up a review but for now, take a look at the two video clips of Kim Snyder’s beauty tips.

Enjoy!

Kim Snyder Part 1

Kim Snyder Part 2

Check out Kim Snyder health and beauty blog for a copy of her Detox Smoothie Recipe and Papaya Enzyme Salad. There are other great recipes too for beautiful skin. For more info on Envision Beauty, check out www.Envision-Beauty.com

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How to Reveal Smooth and Healthy Skin On A Tight Budget

by Diana Ajih on January 20, 2009

in skin

st ives apricot scrub Finding skincare products that can deliver beautiful, healthy skin can be hard to find if you’re on a tight budget. I’ve come across several facial scrubs that cost an arm and a leg but it deliver great results which I expect since I’m pouring out twice as much than I would like to pay. So what do I consider great results? Well.. a skincare facial scrub that can deep cleanse my pores and can successfully remove dead skin cells to reveal smooth and soft skin. Is it possible to find a facial or body scrub that can give me smooth and healthy skin on a much smaller budget? Yes, it’s possible with St. Ives Apricot Scrub. If you’re on a budget this is your best bet because it works just as well as the more expensive skincare products I’ve come across.

St. Ives Apricot Scrub is an invigorating scrub and is the secret to revealing beautiful and healthy skin on the face and body. It’s a natural exfoliant that deep cleans the pores and gently removes dull skin creating a smoother and softer appearance. Here are other great skin features on the product:

Evens out skin tone on face
Makes pores appear smaller
Dermatologist tested
Non-drying
Won’t clog pores
Vitamin-rich apricot extract
Contains Swiss Glacial Water
Nourishing Swiss Botanicals

This has been one of my secrets for smooth skin. I’ve used this St Ives scrub for years and is a smart buy for a great price. It works very well on people suffering with acne/oily skin. In fact they have a scrub specifically for acne sufferers. It’s good to use on any skin type and a good alternative to microdermabrasion or high end products if price is an issue. It might not be as effective but it’s a good start. Also, be well advised before using any scrub especially if you have sensitive skin.

Don’t overuse!!!! Use in moderation such as every 1 to 2 weeks. Now, start showing that healthy skin on the face and body with St. Ives Apricot Scrub. Available at your local drugstore.

How to Reveal Smooth and Healthy Skin On A Tight Budget is brought to you by http://www.hotbeautyhealth.com

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Want Flawless Face Makeup? Start With Beautiful Skin

by Diana Ajih on January 17, 2009

in shu uemura

One could only dream of flawless makeup. Beautiful makeup that goes on evenly on the face creating a natural appearance and glow. No more dreaming! Our skin yearns for hydration and moisture to obtain beautiful skin and with Shu Uemura new skincare line, our skin can achieve just that. Shu Uemura, known for it’s luxury makeup has created a new skincare line formulated from traces of the deep sea. This new skincare gives the skin all day moisture to stay healthy and clean.

As with most skincare products, a suggested skincare regimen is beneficial for skin vitality and radiance.

Step 1: Prepare the Skin

Dep Sea Moisture Replenishing Lotion($30)- A soft and lightweight toning water that replenishes the skin’s moisture leaving it smooth and radiant. ( Good for all skin types)

Step 2: Treat the Skin

DepSea Moisture Replenishing Essesnce($60)- A serum highly concentrated of DepSea moisture to keep skin well hydrated. (Good for all skin types)

Step 3: Nourish the Skin

DepSea Moisture Replenishing Cream($55)- An enriched, water infused cream that replenishes moistures and nourishes the skin. With the help of Three Seaweed Extract, Empowered Deepsea water, and hydrating agents, the skin stays balanced and well-nourished all day long. (Good for normal skin types w/ drier tendencies)

Check out other great skincare products from the DepSea line too!

Want Flawless Face Makeup? Start With Beautiful Skin is brought to you by http://www.hotbeautyhealth.com

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6 Reasons Why You Should Drink More Water

by Diana Ajih on August 6, 2008

in health

drink-water
Want beautiful healthy skin? Need help losing weight? Drinking a significant amount of water daily is best to keep your skin hydrated. Our body weight is made up of 60% water thus necessary for proper functioning of our body. It can be difficult to stop consuming juices, sodas, and other sweet beverages so hopefully these 6 benefits to drinking water will encourage you to incorporate water more into your diet.

It keeps your skin looking great.

Well this is an obvious one, so why do we still consume massive amounts of beverages daily? Truth is, if your skin looks tired, so do you. By keeping the skin well-hydrated, your skin can do its part and remove toxins that builds up inside the body. Toxins can come from the environment and from you as well, so make it a daily habit if you want your skin to glow.

Healthy Heart

Drinking a good amount of water can actually decrease your chances of heart problems. Water thins out the blood in your body which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout the body. Your heart can do less work and last longer.

Water gives you energy

Being dehydrated is no fun and with the summer heat still blazing, you are more likely to suffer from dehydration if you’re not consuming enough or any water. Dehydration takes away all of your energy and can make you feel tired. It can also lead to more serious problems like dizziness, dry mouth, vomiting, weak muscles, and heart palpitations.

Decrease risk in some cancers

Drinking more water daily has been known to reduce the risk of digestive problems and certain cancers. It can reduce the risk of colon cancer by up to 45%, bladder cancer by 50%, and reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Water helps to lose weight

Water is the best choice for losing weight and shouldn’t be replaced with high calorie drinks full of sugar. Drinking water makes you feel less hungry by acting as a stomach suppressant and can improve your overall fat loss. It’s imperative to drink water before and after exercising to keep yourself hydrated throughout your workouts. Dehydration can slow down your workouts so make sure to take a bottle of water with you when heading to the gym.

It’s CHEAPER!

Why spend a $1 on a 16oz or 20oz soda when you can buy a gallon of water for the same price. It’s a healthier and cheaper solution. It’s also been said that tap water is just as clean and safe as bottled water so go buy a filter for your kitchen sink and enjoy drinking free water from home.

So how much water should you drink a day? Hence a question that’s often times debatable. “Drink 8 glasses of water a day” is actually a lot of water to take a day if you factor in a person’s body weight, the amount of exercise, or if you’re sick. Your best bet is to come up with a routine. Drink water between and during meals, before and after you exercise, and when you wake up.

Does water help you lose weight? YES!

Can I have clearer skin? Absolutely!

So try to consume less sugary beverages and more water to maintain your health and beauty.

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BeautyHealth Discovers New Acne Line from Neutrogena

by Diana Ajih on June 9, 2008

in skin

If you’re like me who deals with acne daily and looking for that miracle product, then check this out!

Neutrogena Dermatologics has come out with a new health and skin product that helps with the treatment of acne. Skin ID is the personalized acne solution made for acne sufferers and has stated to work twice as effectively as Proactiv. I have used Proactiv in the past and my results were mediocre. I am always looking for something better to keep my face in check.

Skin ID is made to match your specific skin and acne type and offers over 25 personalized regimen combinations to combat acne. They first ask you several questions to determine your skin type and next, show you which products would be right for your skin. The price ($39) is not bad either and it’s definitely worth a try. I’ve always liked Neutrogena products so I’m hoping they do have a solution for acne.

Skin ID is available online at www.SkinID.com. So, go check it out, I know I will!

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