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Having the right foundation is a must when applying makeup. Not having the right foundation could ruin your entire makeup. There are two things to keep in mind when buying a foundation; your skin tone and skin type.
There are several forms of foundation depending with the function you want. To hide the acne spots and the dark circles, then Emulsion should be used. Cream based foundation is more suitable for those living in places with moderate climate. It is also good for dry skin as they contain enough oil. On the other hand, gel based foundation is better who lives in warm climates as it is lighter and gives more sheen. For all skin types, liquid foundation is one kind that is available. But it is not so effective in hiding the marks. For the natural look appearance but no marks on the skin, then Gel is what you need. For oily skin, Cakes or Sticks are the thing for you. It gives a day matt look and excellent in hiding marks.
Foundations are not harmful for the skin. In fact it is good not only to hide the scars and the marks, but protects the skin against pollutants and dirt as well. It also works as a sunscreen and balance the moisture levels of the skin.

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Searching for the right brand of whitening product nowadays is really confusing.There are a lot of products now in the Philippines that has already been introduced and are being endorsed by our famous celebrities.But which of them is really working well? An aunt of mine from LA told me that there is this brand called Meladerm which is very popular in US. It is a product made by Civant Skin Care and is doing well in the business for more than four years.
Meladerm is claimed to be the most powerful product for reducing dark spots,discolorations and hyperpigmentation.It is proven safe and effective because it has no hydroquinone, mercury,steroids or other harmful substances.And you may even see results in just 2 weeks.And for further more applications, best results will appear after 2 to 3 months of regular use.
The active ingredients of meladerm are vitamin b3, mulberry extract,bearberry extract,licorice,lemon juice extract,emblica powder, kojic acid and lactic acid.
Based on my aunts experience this cream is proven to be effective as it claims it to be.

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Whether you want to admit it or not, Angelina Jolie’s lips make you envious because let’s face it, most of us aren’t born with full, voluptuous pouts and so we try to do everything we can to get that look. Unfortunately, it can be a bit of a challenge and it doesn’t always work out. You either put too much stuff on and you end up looking like a clown, you don’t put enough on, or you just can’t seem to get your pucker to look full no matter what you try! So what’s the trick to getting super full lips without the injection?

STEP 1: STAIN
Go to your local drug store and buy a berry shade lip stain. Start by dabbing it on to your lips by blending it into the inside of your mouth, which is the soft part next to your teeth. Use your ring finger to do this and dab it gently to create a just-kissed look.

STEP 2: STAY INSIDE THE LINES
This is a great trick to help you stay inside the lines with your products as well as to help prevent smudging. Simply apply concealer around your top and bottom lip using a concealer wand.

STEP 3: DEFINE
This is where you concealer does the trick! Pat the concealer in with your finger to set it - this will help with the definition of the mouth as well as creating a fuller lip.

STEP 4: FINISH
Finish off the process by applying a clear, sparkly gloss to your lips. When the light reflects off them, they will appear larger. And that’s all there is to it! Now granted your lips will probably never look like Angelina Jolie’s, but at least you can be proud of your pucker!

Who says large men don’t fit? Wear them right and you will look light.

For your upper clothing, it is best to stay away from horizontal stripes, unless your tall and lean. Most stripes are unflattering, specially the horizontal ones add bulk. It makes you appear heavier and shorter. Solid colors are a good choice, dark solids will make you look slimmer.

Get rid of those pants that taper at the bottom, they make you look top-heavy and overweight. Don’t wear checkered pants, this ain’t the sixties or seventies. Do not wear your belt and suspenders at the same time, trousers are not that heavy.

Lastly, wear a well polished shoes and don’t forget your socks. Keep your hair well-groomed to compliment everything and start looking good.

Not all your clothes fit you the way you want them to. There will be disastrous bumps and unflattering cuts after childbirth or when you put on weight. You can overhaul your wardrobe, but there’s another way out. What’s the secret behind bulge-free dresses and skin-tight shirts? Shapewear, of course. Flatten your tummy, slim down your midsection, or enhance curves where you want them. Shapewear comes in stretch fabrics with few or no seams, just like some underwear. You can control problem areas, enhance whatever body part under your clothes you choose. Two brands to check out: Flexees by Maidenform, which has some fantastic control slips just right for gowns, and Yummie Tummie for your long fitted tops.

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Another of the Celebrity quick-fixes that allows them to maintain the right amount of balance within the human body. The claims of the diet are indeed right for :

“It’s true that too much processed, fatty, sugary food acidifies our bodies. Opting for alkalines over acids will improve the body’s function, improve your shape and health in general. This diet can contribute to weight loss, but only if you control your portions and get the balance right. So it can work, but as with any diet, stuffing yourself with too much of the ‘right’ foods won’t make you thin!”

So as with any diet, proper monitoring and management is necessary for it is not only important to maintain a well balanced acid-base diet (70% base-30% acidic) but determining that and providing the proper regimen of foods is only posisble with proper analysis and understanding of the individual’s nutritional needs. This may also aggrevate underlying disease if one has any which highlights the need for proper monitoring and management to see the effectiveness of the plan.

Most of you might have heard of this term which is simply a ranking of foods based on the speed at which they are absorbed by the human body. Experts say that a GI diet is a good way to acheive and maintain a perfect body as long as it is managed and designed properly by a dietician who regularly checks the dietary needs of your body. Carbohydrates are classified as the most worrysome of foods for it is responsible fopr body mass or too much of it that is. Taming those carbs, and watching their sugar contents is not only healthy but allows the body to maintain a well-balanced nutritionsl system that is good for everybody.
Enjoyed by celebrities like Sharon Stone who is turning 50 but has the body most 20 year olds would die for. The system works by classifying foods such as; Reds (meats and other high Carb foods) are cut out or strictly limited, Yellows are moderated and Greens (obviously vegetables and fruits) are the most favorable according to their nice GI rating.

“Eating low instead of high GI foods is a good slimming stretegy and good for your health, because it avoids blood sugar lows that cause snacking and fat storage. As long as you keep the rest of your diet balanced, like Sharon does (by eating protein, dairy and moderate quantities of fat), this is a healthy eating plan.”

Even if the approach is good, it shoiuld always be managed and monitored for each and every person has a specific nutrition needs which might need more or less of some nutrients to prevent disease and allow the nody to function properly.

Another of the Celebrity Quick fixes that has been hailed by some to have given results in as little as a week. Many celebrities go to extreme lengths just to maintain that beautiful figure of theirs and some of them are inded going on this lemon diet. The lemon diet is actually another detoxification diet that capitalizes on the high concentrations of Vitamin-C in the sour fruit. Filled with acid and vitamins it does have a cleansing effect on the body which should start with a detox diet consisting merely of fresh fruits and water. This is followed by a whole week’s drinking of lemonade at room temperature and organic fruits and foods that would surely trim you down.
If you have some problems with your digestive tract, please consult your doctor for the high acid content of lemons might aggrevate the condition further and as we know, it can be very painful.

From Clarins, the melting gel starts as a honey colored gel after you apply it that adheres to the contaminants on your skin (make-up, pollutantsa dnother cosmetics products). It then turns into a deep cleansing oil which after a while, turns into a cleansing milk as it transforms into a smooth lathering solution that washes away all residue on your face. May it be make-up or any other cosmetic product, it deep-cleans, nourishes and then washes away leaving smooth skin that is soft and plump.

The process allows you to get fresh and natural glowing skin but don’t think its gonna be pain free. As the term implies, the rpocedure involves removing a few layers of skin cells from the face and neck using an abrasive compound that abrades them away exposing new skin. It does get a bit painful right after the treatment but there is usually a soothing mask is applied and even two in some treatments. The good news is that it gets those unsightly lines, acne scars and other skin blemishes away leaving smooth skin as that of a baby’s bottom (sometimes). It does fell like sandpapering on your face and you’d have to wear earplugs to avoid getting the stuff into your ears so kiss those iPod’s goodbye, well till its all over. You feel sore for a few days as the skin cells firm up and grow into your fresh face.