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 Tennis Elbow: an insight into elbow pain.
According to new research from Yale University School of Medicine. Findings show
that people who practice yoga and meditation at least three times a week may
reduce their blood pressure, pulse and -- most importantly -- their risk of
heart disease.
Make-up
tips for Valentine Day
You can make Valentine Day a grand success by planning your
'dressing up' well in advance. Whether you plan a romantic night out
with the one you love, or a night out with the girls, don't hesitate to
try these tips, and have a great Love Day!
Ten steps to Visual Longevity
As we age the lens of our eye loses flexibility, and by 50 most of us need
glasses and are holding the "small print" further and further from our
eyes. The lens' ability to change shape to accommodate to objects
brought close to the eye is called "accommodation".
The year's hair trends are no different. For
fashioners in 2011, hair is all about revivals and evolution. With styles and
colours we're seeing the best of 2010 reborn, whereas cuts are offering reworked
and luxurious revivals of styles that sit perfectly with the year's clothing
trends.
Sagging skin is caused by losing too much weight
too quickly. Slow, gradual weight loss does not result in excess flab, but
rather, gives your skin and other body parts a chance to respond to all the
changes that weight loss brings.
Dry scalp is one common issue that women face,
especially in winter where you are moving in and out of heated areas frequently.
The skin of the scalp becomes tight and itchy and tiny flakes of dead skin are
showered by combing and brushing. Dry scalp conditions are often misidentified
as dandruff. Dry scalp occurs when the hair strand exiting the scalp is not
being lubricated by the sebaceous gland.
When a project calls for someone attractive to stand next to a new
product, the person who can constantly look good in front of the camera, show
the emotional expression that is needed on cue, show up on time and leave on
time and in so many other ways make the shoot go quickly, efficiently, and
successfully, is the person who will get the job.
While most women no longer spend the time to brush their hair before they go
to bed, brushing your hair is still an important way to keep your hair healthy
and shiny. Choosing the right brush is very important depending on your hair
type, read on to find out what brush is best for your hair.
Still got wobbly arms despite the fact that you've done as many bicep curls
and tricep dips as you can muster? The problem of flabby arms is more common in
women who have lost a lot of weight. If you were over weight, the skin of your
arm has to stretch to accommodate the increased volume of your upper arm. After
weight loss, the skin usually fails to tighten and sags.
Trichiasis, refers to the condition of the inward growth of the eyelashes.
Such inward growth of eyelashes tend to irritate the cornea or conjunctiva,
thereby scarring the cornea and may lead to vision loss. Trichiasis also refers
to the condition of hair on the nasal fold irritating the eye.
Backcombing, which has been used since the
beginning of big hairstyle is designed to create a base for big hair, or full
styled updos. It is also used to great big dreadlocks.
Cellulite is the lumpy substance resembling cottage cheese that is commonly
found on the thighs, stomach, and butt. Cellulite is actually a fancy name for
collections of fat that push against the connective tissue beneath a person's
skin, which causes the surface of the skin to dimple or pucker and look lumpy.
UV rays are
invisible, high-energy rays of light that, if absorbed by your eyes, can cause
or enhance several eye ailments. This happens because
the UV light can cause a reaction in our eye tissue.
Not only does Yoga help in keeping your body
healthy and energetic, but also aids the health of your skin thus providing you
with a natural glow and radiance. Our ancestors did not use any cosmetic
products, but still exhibited a glow and shine which was reflective of inner
health.
Tension shows in your face when your features look drawn and your
expressions frozen and rather set. A good laugh is the best way to relax a tense
face, but this exercise routine will help you to liberate and tone the key
muscles quickly: try it when you are sitting in the bath , not at the traffic
lights.
The old adage "you are what you eat" not only
applies to our overall health and nutrition, but how our skin looks and feels as
well. As the largest organ in the body, our skin can benefit from the same
nutrition we get from foods that have a positive effect on our heart and other
major organs.
According to reflexologists, the health and
condition of the body can be read from the hands and feet. By massaging certain
reflex points on these extremities, therapists believe that it is possible to
improve the health of every organ and body system and, therefore, to encourage
the body to work more efficiently.
Your voice - its quality, pace, clarity and
personality - speaks volumes about you. Thirty eight percent of the impact you
have on people has to do with your voice. Have you ever thought, what does your
voice say about you?
The eyes undergo a number of changes as you grow
older. The lens becomes more opaque and loses its flexibility, the iris becomes
sluggish, the retina can become less sensitive to light, and a condition called
glaucoma – in which pressure builds up inside the eye – becomes more likely.
While a professional cut should ensure your hair
keeps on looking good day to day, maintaining healthy, shining hair takes the
right equipment. And sometimes you just want to liven things up. This kit will
help you do both.
Melasma
or PIH : skin's natural response to inflammation
If your complexion is being punished by unsightly brown
patches that never seem to go away, you may have melasma or post inflammatory
hyperpigmentation (PIH). Post Inflammatory hyperpigmentation, or PIH, is the
medical term given to discoloration of the skin that follows an inflammatory
wound.
Make-up
tips for Valentine Day
You can make Valentine Day a grand success by planning
your 'dressing up' well in advance. Whether you plan a romantic night out with
the one you love, or a night out with the girls, don't hesitate to try these
tips, and have a great Love Day!
Hairstyles
for the Holiday Season
During the holidays, you get the chance to be creative and glam up. For this
holiday season, try some of these hot hairstyles. Whether it be a fabulous up-do
or long flowing curls, the possibilities for an amazing holiday hairstyle are
endless. Here are some of the best hairstyles for holiday parties.
Poor Diet: a contributing factor in acne
Acne (pimples) are caused by bacteria and other irritants embedded underneath
the skin's oil glands and hair follicles. It is generally a result of improper
hygiene and poor diet, i.e., excessive amounts of processed, fatty and fried
foods, as well as dairy, meat and sugar.
Managing dry and Damaged Hair
Damage to the hair is usually caused by heat (irons, blow drying, curlers, heat
lamps, etc.), U.V. rays (Sun, lights, tanning beds), mechanical devices (combs,
brushes, curling irons, etc.), chemicals (color, perms, relaxers, pool
chemicals, the air, etc), or poor diet (specifically -lack of proteins and
essential fatty acids).
Facial
Yoga: to fight wrinkles
naturally
Face yoga comprises of a series of toning and strengthening exercises for the
muscles of your face. Exercises include rolling the tongue to make vibrating
sounds and exaggerated yawns to release the jaw muscles.
The human body as well as every other animals body produces an odor,
this odor cannot be avoid. It is called body odor, because it is
produced by the body. It is associated with the hair, feet, groin,
rind in general, armpits, genitalia, pubic hair, and lip.
Our hands are always on show but they are often the forgotten
element in our beauty routine. We pamper our face with diligent skin
care and disguise our flaws with make-up. But our hands? They are
lucky if they get a bit of leftover moisturizer from the face and
the occasional slick of varnish.
Pregnancy is a time of change, from stretch marks to acne, your skin reflects
the big transformation that’s occurring in your body. While not every woman will
experience all of these skin changes during pregnancy, here are a few things you
might notice.
Dry skin most often occurs on the shins, hands and sides of the abdomen.
Some people also have a genetic, or hereditary, tendency to develop dry
skin. Fortunately, most dry skin results from environmental factors that can be
wholly or partially controlled. These include exposure to hot or cold weather
with low humidity levels and excessive bathing.
Few of us make it to the adulthood without a few surface imperfections –
perhaps a scar from a teenage cycling accident, a strange mole caused by past
sun exposure, or broken veins brought on by birth control pills, pregnancy, or
just genetics.
Onychomycosis (tinea unguium) is a fungal infection of the nail bed, matrix
or plate. Toenails are affected more often than fingernails. Onychomycosis
accounts for one third of integumentary fungal infections and one half of all
nail disease.
With the right makeup techniques, you can create a sex-kitten look, one that
was created by Brigitte Bardot, Marilyn Monroe and Sofia Loren. This dramatic
look is best left for after dark, when you want all eyes on you. Turn up the
heat with the right makeup techniques and watch as heads turn.
Mud may not be one of the most glamorous forms of treatment in the world,
but it is certainly one of the oldest. Mud packs and masks were used by the
ancient Egyptians and Romans for various ailments as well as beauty treatments,
and were often given with other spa treatments as part of a cure.
Generally speaking, a facial is a popular spa cosmetic treatment. Though
there are numerous types of facials, the common thread is that all involve some
form of steaming, exfoliation, extraction and purification. On average, facial
sessions last either a half hour or an hour.
While dermatologists are still debating whether stress actually causes skin
disorders, they seem to agree that stress definitely triggers or aggravates skin
conditions such as acne, hives, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, warts, cold sores
and blisters.
Eye glasses can help us to see better. They are worn by many people to help
correct their vision. Some people just wear eye glasses occasionally for reading
or being on the computer. When you go to renew your eye glass prescription each
year you should try and pick eye glasses that flatter your face
Shampoos are designed to cleanse the hair and scalp, removing dirt
and grime without stripping away too much of the natural sebum. They
contain cleansing agents, perfume, preservatives, and conditioning
agents that can coat the hair shaft to make the hair appear thicker.
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease in which the normally round
cornea thins and begins to bulge into a cone-like shape. This cone
shape deflects light as it enters the eye on its way to the
light-sensitive retina, causing distorted vision. Keratoconus can
occur in one or both eyes.
A permanent wave is a service that creates permanent curl, waves, or
body. To achieve this, hair is wound around small plastic curlers,
called rods. Once every strand is rolled, locks are saturated with
waving lotion. This lifts the individual tiles that comprise your
hair's cuticle layer, seeps into the hair strand, and breaks down
the bonds that give your hair its individual shape.
The most successfully made-up face has fundamentally a natural look. The
go-anywhere face is quick, simple and easy to achieve, and it gives you
confidence, because you know it looks good. Rely on the basic look during the
day, then adapt for stunning evening effect.
Pour it on your food, stir it into your milk, dip your fruits in it, apply it to
your face or hair, or simply pour a teaspoon down your throat. Whichever way you
have it, rest assured, it's a treat for your health, skin and body.
In an ideal world a regular shampoo would be sufficient to guarantee a glossy
head of hair. Unfortunately very few people are able to wash their hair and let
the matter rest at that; most need some sort of help just to overcome the
effects of modern living, not to mention the occasional problem that needs
treatment.
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease seen as redness, scaling of
various sizes. Although psoriasis can strike at any age, it is seen mostly in
people in the age group of 15-35 years. Psoriatic arthritis, however, has its
highest incidence in the age group of 30-50 years.
Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes deformed nails and horrible itchy
plaques, primarily on the elbows, knees and scalp. According to studies reported
-Diet may be important in the management of psoriasis.
Diabetes can decrease the body's ability to fight infection. When diabetes
is not well controlled, damage to the organs and impairment of the immune system
is likely. Foot problems commonly develop in people with diabetes and can
quickly become serious.
Wrinkles are a by-product of the aging process. With age, skin cells divide more
slowly, and the inner layer, called the dermis, begins to thin. The network of
elastin (the protein which causes skin to stretch) and collagen fibers (the
major structural proteins in the skin), which support the outer layer, loosen
and unravel, causing depressions on the surface.
Monsoons are not really a friend for your tresses. Constant drenching in the
monsoon and high levels of humidity spell bad news for your mane. There is quite
a possibility that you might fall prey to a number of scalp problems and bad
hair days during the rainy season .
Traditionally, many types of make-up, lotions, creams and beauty
preparations have used chemical antioxidants, or vitamins A, C and E as
preservatives for their products. Now, with research indicating that green tea
has even more antioxidant properties than these powerful vitamins, there is a
surge in products capitalizing on its natural benefits.
A meta-analysis published in the June 2008 issue of Archives of
Ophthalmology found that consumption of foods high in omega-3 fatty
acids, such as fish and flax, is linked to a reduction in the risk
of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) - a common eye disease.
While there are a large number of treatments available for purchase at
drugstores and salons, many hair masks and moisture treatments can be made
inexpensively at home. These mixtures provide a more natural means of taking
care of your hair.
Check out these facial exercises that can be incorporated into a regular routine
or practiced during ‘dead’ times, such as when watching TV or stuck in a traffic
jam.
Whiteheads: do not squeeze
Whiteheads are the collection of sebum and keratin that plugs the opening of
skin pore. They are caused because of excessive secretion of sebum oil. Their
tips does not get blackened because the clogged grease is not exposed to the air
and oxidation does not take place.
Indulge yourself in weekend
cleansing programme
Every now and then, ideally once every four to six weeks, it is a good idea to
devote a whole weekend to yourself. Tell partners and friends that you are
otherwise engaged, or ask your husband or a friend to look after the children.
Choosing a beauty salon
The beauty salon is not only a place where women go to have their hair and nails
done, but is also a center for community news, confessions and general "hen
parties." Choosing a beauty salon is a process most women (and even men!) will
undergo some time or the other in their life.
What does a fitness model represent? Well, it would be the
attainment of physical perfection through hard work. No one
can look at a fitness model and say that the fitness model
is ‘lucky.’ Such a look is derived from hard work and strong
commitments to exercise.
Nail enhancement is a broad term that encompasses several methods of
augmenting your natural nail. Actually, in some instances, enhancements have
less to do with enhancement and more to do with making eye-catching additions,
hence the commonly used term "fake nails".
The word spa, refers to a health or beauty resort that offers water-based
treatments; it is also used loosely to describe any establishment offering
beauty or wellness therapies.
In the body’s pecking order, hair
is a non-essential organ. If your diet is lacking, nutrients are diverted to
higher-priority organs, and hair misses out. The result is hair that’s dry and
slow to grow.
A recent USDA survey revealed that most adult men and women are deficient in at
least one nutrient that is important to eye health.
It's good to give your skin a breather from wearing makeup, besides cutting out
all this time spent in front of the mirror can actually give you some extra
quality time.
Homocysteine is an amino acid in the blood. It appears to be a nerve and
vessel toxin, promoting mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD), stroke,
Alzheimer's Disease, birth defects, recurrent pregnancy loss, and eye disorders.
Diabetes can affect every part of the body, including the skin. As many
as one third of people with diabetes will have a skin disorder caused or
affected by diabetes at some time in their lives. In fact, such problems are
sometimes the first sign that a person has diabetes. Luckily, most skin
conditions can be prevented or easily treated if caught early.
Many times, we don't realize that
some of the changes that accompany winter pose hazards to our eyes. Most people
think that it is only necessary to protect their eyes from the sun during the
summer. But the Sun’s influence does not diminish during the rest of the year so
the eyes need to be protected during the winter too.
Fitness model or natural bodybuilder look strikingly different
because of a low body fat percentage and enhanced muscle mass and
muscle density. These are components which can be built over time.
You cannot just expect results within three to four months and think
you have done the necessary work.
The chilling cold in the air from the sudden change of seasons can leave your
skin chapped and devastatingly dry. Winter atmosphere is notorious for scarcity
of humidity, compounded by indoor heating which is winter's most vicious
skin-drying scoundrel.
Oily skin is shiny, thick
and dull colored. Often a chronically oily skin has coarse
pores and pimples and other embarrassing blemishes. It is
prone to blackheads. In this type of skin, the oil producing
sebaceous glands are overactive and produce more oil than is
needed. The oil oozes and gives the skin a greasy shine. The
pores are enlarged and the skin has a coarse look.
Age-Related Macular
Degeneration (AMD) is an acquired ocular disorder and a
leading cause of legal blindness in persons over sixty. AMD
affects the macula, the central part of the retina, which is
responsible for providing clear, sharp vision needed for
reading, writing, driving and other visually-demanding
activities.
Hair Extensions are strands
of human hair placed onto a persons hair in order to
elongate or thicken existing hair. A micro-attachment made
of keratin wax, filled with hair, is placed one quarter inch
away from the scalp. Within a 4 hour timeframe, a short head
of hair, will be transformed into long hair.
The healthy eye constantly
produces tears that lubricate. When a foreign body irritates
the eye or when a person cries, more tears are produced.
Tears must have the right balance of oil, water, and mucus
to be able to protect your eyes. Without this balance, your
eyes become dry and irritated and produce too many tears.
Nail salons use a wide
variety of toxic chemicals that can cause cancer,
respiratory disease, disorders of the nervous and
reproductive systems, and skin damage. If you regularly
visit a nail salon or work in a nail salon, you could be at
risk of developing a lung disease from inhaling the
chemicals.
Aloe is a lily-like, green,
and sometimes spiny shrub with very little, if any, stem.
With a high water content of nearly 96%, the aloe vera plant
has been hailed as a medicinal plant with many a beneficial
property. The aloe vera plant can easily be grown at home -
it is virtually maintenance free.
Hair reacts both to acids and alkalis. Each hair has little
scales, like scales on a snake or shingles on a roof. Acid
makes the scales lie down flat, which makes your hair shiny
and smooth. Alkali on the other hand makes the scales stand
up, which makes your hair look dull and feel rough and
tangled.
Although there are no hard-and-fast rules of fashion, there
are ways to avoid looking outdated and tacky. The most
important rule of fashion does not involve the clothes you
wear, but it does influence the image you portray and carry
yourself.
Pregnancy is a time of change, from stretch marks to acne,
your skin reflects the big transformation that’s occurring in
your body. While not every woman will experience all of these
skin changes during pregnancy, here are a few things you might
notice.
The skin under the eyes is the
thinnest on the body. The many blood vessels in this area can
show through the delicate skin, contributing to the appearance
of dark under-eye circles, especially if the vessels become
dilated.
One of the most common causes of
hair loss in pre-menopausal women is not hormones, but a nutritional
deficiency, with depleted iron stores being one of the most
important factor.
Both surgeries employ lasers to
cut flaps in the cornea and rectify the shape. Main difference
Between LASIK and LASEK is thickness of the flap which
includes corneal stroma tissue in LASIK and only epithelial
tissue in LASEK.
Dressing up for Christmas party: do and don'ts
The holiday spirit does not necessarily mean dressing up as the family
Christmas tree with red lips.
Nail enhancing techniques are useful for daily care of the
nails. Rough cracked and irregular nails improve, if soaked in warm water for 10
minutes twice daily, and if water absorbing creams are applied to the moist
nails.
Shave Years From Hand
It's not enough to just get your face done to look younger these days,
especially if your hands reveal your true age.
Augmentation Mammoplasty (AM)- Cosmetic Breast Surgery
The size of your breasts is determined by the genes you inherited
from your parents. No exercises, creams, or machines can change the
size of your breasts.
Natural Makeup That Makes You Look Your Best
So you want to make your
features pop, but you don’t want to wear a lot of makeup? No problem! With so
many new makeup lines on the market and the trends moving towards a clean soft
look, the sky is the limit. Here are a few quick tips, start to finish, for a
flawless, beautiful face.
Skin
Care for Exercisers
Exercisers are prone to numerous
skin problems caused by increased moisture or friction or
damaging elements like cold, sunlight, and infection.
Selecting a Wardrobe to Flatter Your
Skin Tone
Your best colors will be determined by a combination of factors
including your natural hair color, eye color and skin tone.
Fed up with spending
time on your nails only for them to snap minutes after your
manicure? Well, if the products you're using aren't right for your
nail type, you could actually be killing your nails with kindness.
Truth is, just like skin and hair, nails come in types- five, in
fact. Nails can be dry, brittle, damaged, sort or normal, and they
need to be treated accordingly. Here's how to diagnose your
particular nail type - and how to treat it property.
Think back to your childhood. Now
focus on your preadolescent hair, It was probably more vibrant,
shinier, fuller, and either lighter or brighter in color than your
natural hair is now. There are a few reasons for this.
Infections and Infestations of the
skin are most often accompanied by a rash and itching. Both
Infections and Infestations are contracted by direct close contact
with another infected/infested being or contaminated articles.
Combination skin is normally a mix of
oily skin in the centre of the face plus dry or normal skin on the
cheeks. Exactly which areas are affected often changes with age -
teens find their forehead and nose are big problems and in older
women find chins some times break out, too.
Astringent lotion is used to tone the
skin and is necessary to remove the last traces of grease and close
pores. Never choose a harsh astringent lotion. Astringent is applied
to the oiliest places such as the sides of the nose, chin and
forehead. When blemishes occur, it is good for yourself to cover
them. This helps to close the pores and discourage the greasy
excretion from building up too rapidly underneath your make up.
Astringents are for external use only.
Beauty starts with the feet. The most
beautiful face will show the strain of tired, aching feet. Never
wear high heels, pointed toes, etc., as these prove harmful with
difficult feet. Women usually tend themselves to sacrifice comfort
for smartness. Some simple exercises will help a great deal when the
feet have been constricted in shoes all day.
Skin changes as we age. Although
everyone’s skin changes differently according to genetics, exposure
to harmful substances such as ultraviolet light, lifestyle choices,
and just plain luck, we can usually accurately guess a person’s age
within a decade simply by noting some of the signs talked about
here.
Besides giving a great aerobic workout, in-line skating also helps
you get long and lean legs and tones your rear in no time.
Simple solutions to your biggest hair
worries
When it comes to hair care, think seasonally.
During the winter, there's no humidity in the air, so hair
flattens out as it loses moisture.
Sometimes makeup artists go overboard
and pluck, pluck, pluck away.
Looking Taller
Most women, no matter what their height want to look a little taller. There
are a number of little tricks to make yourself appear taller. Check out
ways to add an inch or two (atleast) inches to your height
Generally speaking, a
tan signifies the sun damage on the skin to some degree. There was a time a tan signified
wealth and health, but no longer! In fact, the deep, bronzed look is now
"out", and companies which once promoted agents to enhance a tan are now
actively promoting sunscreens.
Warm
weather means activities and fun under the sun! Whether
you love putting on shorts and feeling the warm outdoors, or find it hot and
sticky, everyone must be careful not to let a heat-related illness spoil the
day.
It's been used for wrinkles,
muscle spasms and even Tourette syndrome. Now
Botox may now save limbs from amputation.
The chemicals in cigarette smoke
(around 4000 of them) get into the bloodstream of smokers and may
induce the damage to the eye.
Oil and water are the two basic ingredients of moisturizers. The
difference between moisturizing products is the ration of
these two ingredients in the products.
Do I need Facial Massage?
When
you first get up in the morning your face probably looks paler,
puffer and more creased than usual. You can blame some of the
crease on the pillow you slept on, but the lack of color and tone
are the result of a nocturnal slow –down in circulation.
foot massage can be performed at any time you wish or as part of a
home pedicure procedure.
The sun's light
waves are categorized by their intensity. There are three categories of light
waves. These are UVA, UVB and UVC. The UVA and UVB can both damage the hair in a
variety of ways.
When it come to sun damage,
prevention is the key, so do your best to limit your sun exposure, and wear
protective clothing or sunscreen when you go outside.
Photo Shoot requires a lot of sincere effort in
order to be a success. Here is a list of things to keep in mind while you
prepare for your photo session.
Cellulite
is the dimpling appearance that occurs around the outer thighs, buttocks and
other body areas where large areas of fat come into close proximity to the skin.
Trigger
finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in
which one of your fingers or your thumb catches in a bent position. Your finger
may straighten with a snap — like a trigger being pulled and released.
The
oldest of the "hands on" therapies, from which every other branch of physical
therapy has evolved, massage probably first developed out of out instinctive
response to soothe aches and pains by rubbing the affected area.
Facial
swelling involves an accumulation of fluid in the face, which may extend to the
neck and upper arms.
The average American woman is 5'4" tall and weighs
140 pounds. The average American model is 5'11" tall and weighs 117 pounds. Most
fashion models are thinner than 98% of American women.
Ingrown Hairs, as the name implies, occur when the end of the hair shaft
is cut resulting in a sharpened edge that as it grows, curls
back into the same hair follicle and results in an
inflammatory response (redness, itchiness, and/or raised
infected area).
Seasonal
variation inspires a completely different colour palette each
year. The factors that affect the collection are social
trends, wearability, whereby an appropriate usage is factored
into the 'look', and innovation.
Blisters form when the skin rubs
against
another surface, causing friction. First, a tear occurs within
the upper layers of the skin (the epidermis), forming a space
between the layers while leaving the surface intact. Then
fluid seeps into the space.
Myopia is the
scientific term for nearsightedness. Nearsighted people typically see well up
close, but have difficulty seeing far away. It is an inherited problem.
Nystagmus is characterized by an
involuntary movement of the eyes, which may reduce vision or be
associated with other, more serious, conditions that limit vision.
Living with Albinism
Albinism is an inherited condition present at birth, characterized by a lack
of pigment that normally gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes. Many types of
albinism exist, all of which involve lack of pigment in varying degrees.
Hair Style: Short and Spiky
Short hair can be quickly styled
using gel and wax to create a cheeky, fun look.
Enemies
of healthy hair
Healthy strands boast tightly closed cuticle layers. If hair is in good
condition, it shines, swings, feels good when touched, and has no "candyfloss"
ends or split strands.
Make-up for Brides
Regardless of what
make-up shades you choose,
or how decide to wear them, you'll want your
skin
to look perfect
Hair Style :
City Slicker
Transform your hair in minutes using gel to slick it into shape and add sheen.
Ingrown Toe Nail
Ingrown toe nails are a common, painful condition that occur when skin on one
or both sides of a nail grows over the edges of the nail, or when the nail
itself grows into the skin.
Uveitis (Iritis)
Uveitis is an
inflammation of the the uvea, the layer between the sclera and the retina, which
includes the iris, ciliary body, and the choroid.
Hair Style : Draped chignon
This elegant style is perfect for special evening out.
Make-up tips for Fitness Models
A model must learn appropriate application
techniques for stage make-up, as the lighting is extremely
bright and hot, and the make-up can bleed and/or wear off
easily if it's not a quality brand that hasn't been applied
properly.
Hair Style : Band Braid
A plain ponytail can be
transformed by simply covering the braid with the tiny braid.
Crossing Over Skin Myths
Some people wake up the morning after
a party with their skin as blemish-free as ever. Others argue
that they eat healthily, drink plenty of water and still have
less than model-perfect skin.
Ptosis or Drooping Eyelids
Abnormal dropping of one or both upper eyelids. Drooping of the upper eyelid due to weakness of
the muscle that raise it is called ptosis.
Beauty of Botox
Botox is a trade name for
botulinum toxin A. In this way, Botox is related to botulism.
Botulism is a form of food poisoning that occurs when someone
eats something containing a neurotoxin produced by the
bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
Chalazion
or Eyelid Cyst
If an oil-secreting gland
in the eyelid becomes
blocked, the gland enlarges, creating a swelling called a chalazion.
Spot Zappers
The very sight of a new blemishhas
women searching for a cover-up. A better approach, however, is to make sure
spots never show up-or at least, never grow very big-in the first place. Whether pimples are a daily
battle for any one of you, or a once-in-a-while occurrence, over-the-counter
help is available.
Ulnar Neuropathy or Handlebar Palsy
Ulnar neuropathy is an inflammation of the ulnar nerve, a major nerve that
runs down into your hand. It supplies movement and sensation to your arm and
hand. Ulnar neuropathy causes numbness, tingling, or pain into the arm and hand
on the side of the little finger.
Selecting a Wardrobe to Flatter Your
Skin Tone
II
Your best colors will be determined by a combination of factors
including your natural hair color, eye color and skin tone.
Eye Floaters or Spots
Spots are small, semi-transparent
or cloudy specks or particles within the fluid inside the eye
that becomes noticeable when they move within the line of
sight.
Hair Style: Top Knot
Ring the changes on finely braided locks by adding bright
cord and tying the hair in a top knot
Shape and silhouette are one thing, but then we
all have our niggling little quirks that require further advice and fine-tuning.
Moles or Pigmented Nevi
A mole is a non-cancerous skin
growth made up of cells (melanocytes or nevus cells) that
produce color (pigment). They can appear anywhere on the skin,
alone or in groups.
The ponytail styler can also be used to tame a mass of curls, creating a
ponytail with a simple double twist
Hair Style :
Ponytail Styler
A simple pony tail can be transformed easily and quickly using the
clever style
Thermal Reconditioning: Rearranging the
Hair Structure
Also known as, Japanese hair straightening, Ionic Retexturizing, Thermal
Restructuring, Rebonding and or Thermal Reconstruction.
Curly hair can be controlled, yet still allowed to flow free, by braiding at
the sides and allowing the hair at the back to fall in a mass of curls.
Aching, irritable eyes is a common
complaint after maintaining a visual distance constant for
much of the day in front of the computer, this means the muscles
that control your focal lens have become fatigued.
These clever braids have a fishbone pattern, which gives an unusual look.
Birthmarks are generally either
red or brown, caused by irregularities in
the capillaries or vessels that supply blood to the skin.
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a
sleep disorder in which a person has
unpleasant feelings or sensations in the legs. These feelings are described as
creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, or painful.
Today's hectic lifestyles often
prevent even a quick trip to a day spa. Hence the increasing popularity of the
home spa, where you can bubble, steam, and soak yourself -- privately and at
your own convenience.
Birthmarks are generally either
red or brown, caused by irregularities in
the capillaries or vessels that supply blood to the skin.
Blepharitis refers to inflammation of the eyelids, particularly at the lid
margins. It's a common disorder and may be associated with a low-grade bacterial
infection or a generalized skin condition.
Chapped hands are a result of
very dry skin, occurring as a result of reduced moisture, or
water, content of the skin. The surface of the skin holds a
certain amount of water. When the water content decreases, the
skin becomes dry, itchy, and uncomfortable.
A claw toe is a toe
that is contracted at the
PIP and DIP joints,
and can lead to severe pressure and pain. Ligaments and tendons that
have tightened cause the toe’s joints to curl downwards. Claw toes
may occur in any toe, except the big toe.
The ankle is one of the most frequently injured joints for those who
participate in sports. An ankle sprain is an injury of one of the
supporting ligaments, usually due to overstretching or tearing.
Hand and Foot Problems/Solutions
The best treatment involves minimizing exposure to soap by using a non-soap
cleanser. After hands have been exposed to water, apply a moisturizing lotion
or cream. Better than lotion, mashed potatoes will solve this frequent problem.
Boil a small peeled potato until soft. Mash with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Apply to hands and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
When the chin is out of proportion with the rest of the face it may
detract from the attractiveness of the other features. In the
extreme, a jaw that is too large or small affects dental occlusion
and requires the attention of orthodontists and oral surgeons.
There is completely no doubt that false eyelashes make your
eyelashes look much fuller. Besides, fuller lashes are just what you
may need for a quick spruce-up.
Conductive Keratoplasty (CK ): A New Procedure for the
Farsighted
CK (Conductive Keratoplasty) is the first non-laser procedure
for farsightedness(+ 0.75 to +3 diopters). The farsighted patient has a cornea
that is too flat. Too little curvature of the cornea causes the light coming
into the eye to focus somewhere behind the retina resulting in blurred distance
and near vision. CK reshapes the cornea to give it a steeper curvature, moving
the focus to the retina.
Some foot problems seem to favor women. More women than men develop bunions
calluses, corns, hammertoes and ingrown toenails. The primary reason is the shoes they wear: narrow, pointed, high in
the heel, often flimsy, and designed for appearance rather than fit.
Hair Rules to Live By
A little planning and
preventive measures can help you avoid the common sun and surf damage of
faded hair color, fragile, brittle or dry hair and yucky split ends.
Dressing Slim
No matter what size,
age, height, or weight you are, you can look younger, thinner, and
better than ever with these transformation techniques for makeovers.
Felon
A felon is a severe infection of the pulpy tip of a finger, usually caused by
infection with Staphylococcus bacteria occurring as an abscess of the
distal pulp.
Styes or Eyelid Bump
A styes, or hordeolum,
is a common eye disorder. It can be the result of an infection
and can also signify a weakness of the immune system.
Hair Styling:
Smooth and Straight
Volume
can be added to long straight hair by using a dryer with a diffusers
attachment that has long straight prongs.
Monsoon Makeup
Tips
With monsoon showers around there are high chances of your makeup getting
absolutely ruined and washed out.
Coping with Keloids
Keloids are lumps of fibrous tissue that can develop at the site of an injury
to the
skin, such as a burn or a surgical incision. They may be triggered
by severe acne or something as trivial as ear-piercing.
Hair Styling: Curl
Creation
A Perm that is past
its best can be revived this diffuser drying technique.
The Beauty Drugs
VITAMIN A to spike wrinkles... Vitamin C to reverses sun damage... Vitamin E
to regain baby-soft smoothness... AHAs for an at-home face peel...
Acne
Acne is a rash, usually on the face, due to blockage and
inflammation of glands in the skin. While not a life threatening
condition, acne can be upsetting and disfiguring.
The word conjunctivitis refers to the swelling and redness of the
thin layer of mucous membrane (the conjunctiva) that lines the
inside of your eyelids and the white part of your eye.
Giving your body a firm brush all over makes the skin glow by removing the
top dull, dead layer of skin and encouraging new cells to regenerate.
Air styling makes sure of gentle
heat and combines it with the moisture in your hair to give a long
lasting curl.
Deep-vein thrombosis is more common
among women over 35 who smoke and take birth-control pills, or women
who are or recently have been pregnant. Deep-vein thrombosis
is not always a serious condition but, if a piece of a blood clot
breaks off and travels to your lungs, it can block an artery, which
can be life threatening.
A pterygium is a growth of scar tissue and blood vessels on the
sun-exposed surface of the eye in response to ultraviolet damage
from the environment.
There's no one correct way to apply blusher. The method you use depends
on the type of look you want to create.
On the next few pages you'll find a range of make-up looks designed to suit
different occasions and environments, from the office to a dressy evening
function.
You can use a cream containing an
ingredient called hydroquinone, which works by penetrating the skin
tissue to "dissolve" the melanin.
Wouldn't it be great to have amazing
Brazilian legs, long thick, luscious Indian hair and a Scandinavian
complexion? Well, it's not all genetics.
Corns and calluses are both a thickening of the outer layer of skin.
This thickening is known medically as hyperkeratosis. Corns and
calluses develop as part of the skin's normal defense against
prolonged rubbing, pressure and other forms of local irritation.
This summer you may want to stay out of the sun to protect your
vision. Most people know that exposure to the sun, especially at the height of
summer, can damage their skin. But few people realize the serious toll the sun
can take on their eyes. Extended exposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays is
one of the risk factors associated with eye disorders such as cataracts.
Fabrics rollers are the modern versions
of old fashioned rags. Apart from being very easy to use they are kind
to the hair and give a highly effective set.
Professional hairdressers can offer a number of different types of perm that
are not available for home use.
Prickly heat (Miliaria Rubra) is a
skin disorder which produces an irritating skin rash as the result
of obstructed sweat-glands. When the narrow ducts carrying sweat to
the skin surface get clogged, the trapped sweat causes inflammation,
which produces irritation (prickling) and itching. Prickly heat
usually consists of a rash of very tiny blisters but also can appear
as large, reddened areas of skin.
Facial foundation is applied to the entire face, used
on a daily basis, and worn for an extended period of time. For this reason,
facial foundation plays an important role in skin treatment, but
it is also the facial cosmetic most likely to be problematic.
Many women avoid foundation, because they're scared of an
unnatural, mask-like effect. In fact, finding the right
product for you is simpler than you might think.
Macular degeneration is a breakdown of the crucial
central portion of the
retina that records the
images we see and sends them via the optic nerve from the eye to the brain, called the macula.
Athlete's foot often affects teenagers and young adults, who tend to
sweat more and wear enclosed footwear, such as trainers, for long
periods. It is rare in children. Athlete's foot can be
picked up by walking barefoot in communal areas that are warm and
humid, such as changing rooms and poolside.
Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic disease that can damage and weaken blood
vessels, including those in the retina In the back of your eye, the retina
records images of objects and sends information about the images to
your brain for interpretation.
Superficial Infection of the fold of skin
surrounding a fingernail or toenail (nail fold) is called paronychia.
It usually results from injury to the area from biting
off or picking a hangnail, or from manipulating, trimming, or pushing back the
cuticle.
Presbyopia
Starting around age 40 the eye's lens begins to lose
its elasticity.
Typical Hair color
Horrors, and How to fix them
When you feel that the color has lifted sufficiently, shampoo and follow
with a deep or intensive conditioner.
You do not have to wear enormous
amounts of cosmetics to be wearing proper
make
up. If you do
not have much time try this routine, it is guaranteed to get you
looking good in five minutes.
Lipsticks
that work best are those that have some of your skin's natural
tones in their colour such as a blue-pinks or yellow- browns.
Eye
makeup application asks for, practice and patience. Once you have mastered the
art, eye makeup will become a matter of minutes and seconds.
Choosing
cosmetics for make-up, especially ones that suit and complement your
skin is no indeed a tough task.
Tattooing is a serious art form, and the world seems to be
addicted to it. It is, a permanent marking -- once it's there, you
can't simply wash it away.
Not every woman
is comfortable wearing a full wig every day, to hide her baby fine hair and
exposed scalp.
Getting Rid of Unwanted
Hair
The first step in solving the
dilemma of excess or unwanted hair is to determine its cause.
Skin is usually fairly elastic,
but when with growth or rapid gain in weight really (like during
puberty or pregnancy), fine lines may appear on the body, called
stretch marks.
Chemical
peels can be categorized as mild, moderate and aggressive.
Some
important findings on Hair coloring Products
The
new study’s findings indicated that women and men who dye their hair
frequently might be at increased risk for hematopoietic cancers.
Age spots known medically as lentigos and seborrhoeic keratoses are brown patches which commonly
appear on the back of the hands the face and the back.
Heel
pain is generally the result of faulty biomechanics (walking gait
abnormalities) that place too much stress on the heel bone and the
soft tissues that attach to it.
Your
hair reflects the state of your inner health and well being. An
unhealthy diet and lifestyle, tiredness and stress all take their
toll on your hair.
The most effective way to maintain that inner sparkle is by resting
your eyes with sufficient sleep and not overstraining them with
inadequate lighting and overlong periods of close work or computer
use.
Cataracts
affect vision more than other types because the opacity (cloudiness)
is located further back in the lens.
Central
heating, air conditioning, sunbathing, flying, smoking, drinking and
dieting are all quick routes to wrinkles.
Include
the correct oils in your diet to improve your look and boost energy
while you lose weight.
Wear
rubber gloves lined with cotton when your hands are in contact with
harsh soaps, detergents or chemicals.
Rest
your feet above your head for 10 minutes: do this by lying at right
angles to a wall, or on the bed with your feet up on the headboard,
or on the floor with your feet resting on the edge of a chair. Any
swelling will disappear as trapped fluids travel back your legs
towards your heart.
Do
have your eyes tested every two years. Children and pensioners
should have an annual check up.
OVAL
Shape Face: This facial shape can wear bobbed, layered, long or
short, just about any style. SQUARE Shape Face: Soften the edges of
a square shaped face by directing soft wavy bangs down over your
temples. Long hair should fall to, or past shoulders. For a short
style, keep hairstyle round and soft with height at the crown.
Never
put heavy night creams, moisturizers or nourishing facial masks
round the delicate eye area. The oil content of these heavy
preparations stretch the under-eye skin causing puffiness. Also
avoid astringents or anti-spot lotions to come into contact with
this area, all of them contain drying ingredients which will cause
wrinkling and ageing of skin.
LASIK
stands for laser-assisted intrastromal in-situ keratomileusis, a
vision correction procedure in which a flap of 160-180 microns depth
is cut in the front of the cornea, the flap is folded back to expose
the stroma of the cornea, an excimer laser ablates (reshapes) the
exposed stroma, and the flap is folded back down.
A
"forehead lift" (also known as a "brow lift") can be done to pull up
and tighten skin in this area to make the lines less prominent.
To
remain healthy, your skin needs a regular and well-balanced supply
of nutrients. You may not need any supplements, provided you look
after your skin and you are generally healthy.
Diet
plays an important part in Phase II of the detoxification process.
Follow these practical guidelines to prevent toxic build up within
the body and elimination of toxins if present.
The detox
diet helps to cleanse your system! The plan begins with a juice
fast, which eliminates toxins at a very low level, and then
continues with a highly nutritious food that promotes cellular
renewal.
We've dug up a bundle of reasons
for you to make exercise a part of your daily lifestyle.
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