Posted by Trudy Albert on Thursday, March 21, 2013 In : Beauty
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Your mother was right when she said "eat your fruits and vegetables"! Your skin is your largest organ and the most exposed to elements both inside and out. You can slap on the most expensive creams, but without knowing the whole story you will be sadly disappointed with the results. The great news is that your skin is one area where you can make a noticeable difference to the way you look, FAST. Incorporating these easy and delicious tips, you can start looking and fee... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Friday, March 15, 2013 In : Well-being
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Stress is a fact of life. We are all born with instinctive stress responses to deal with emergency situations or threats. We developed these stress responses once upon a time to help excite our bodies to the point where we would be able to escape predators and outperform competitors. When a potentially dangerous situation arises, stress hormones are released into our bloodstream.
However, today stress is chronic and ongoing and we are now living at such a pace that w... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Friday, March 15, 2013 In : Beauty
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Seasonal Facials
Just like nature, our skin changes with the rhythms of the seasons. It reacts to the humidity levels, UV rays, wind, cold and heat. It is exposed to dust, dirt and pollution on a daily basis.
Your skin continuously produces sebum (oils) and sweat. The skin also constantly generates new skin cells at the lower layer (the dermis) and sends them to the surface (the epidermis). As the cells rise to the surface they gradually die and become filled with ... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Thursday, December 13, 2012 In : Beauty
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‘Tis the Season To Be GLAMOROUS!
It is officially party season and I am going to share some beauty tips to make you sparkle throughout the festive season. Just a few twists on the average beauty routine may be all you need to feel festive. With the party season in full swing and so much to do, this cycle is sure to rejuvenate.
Be Proactive
Start planning your Party-Season Beauty Look now, to get noticeable results later. Studies show that 59 per cent o... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 In : Beauty
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Today’s Smokey eye look goes beyond the traditional black and greys to include softer, neutral shades of browns, taupes and mauves. It’s up to you to go with the depth you are looking for. Remember to have the essential tool like the right brushes and eye shadow powders. Here are the basics:
Before applying any eye shadow, whether it be for a Smokey look or not, always apply an eye shadow primer to the entire eyelid. This will stop the colours from fading or cakin... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Monday, February 13, 2012 In : Beauty
What is Combination Skin?
If you have some areas of your face normal or dry and tight, while other areas are more shiny and oily, you probably have combination skin.
Although this is a very common skin type, it is also one of the most difficult to deal with. You are literally dealing with two different skin types and need to treat them that way. Dry areas tend to be the cheeks. The forehead, nose and chin (T-Zone) will be shiny and may also be prone to pimples and blackheads. ... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Thursday, January 5, 2012
Your mother was right when she said “eat your fruits and vegetables”! Your skin is your largest organ and the most exposed to elements both inside and out. You can slap on the most expensive creams, but without knowing the whole story you will be sadly disappointed with the results. The great news is that your skin is one area where you can make a noticeable difference to the way you look, FAST. Incorporating these easy and delicious tips, you can start looking and feeling younger ... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Monday, December 12, 2011 In : Well-being
As we age, we are all presented with challenges at some point and at different levels. As aches and pains set in, some seemingly simply tasks have now become daunting due to limited mobility or vision?
We may require some assistance to continue enjoying healthy and fulfilling lives, and that is perfectly fine. Often, the real challenge is finding information on what is available and getting access to practical assistance for peace of mind.
· Personal Safety and Mobility: Acces... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Monday, November 7, 2011 In : Beauty
Do you wake up in the morning with bags under your eyes that make you look like you are more amphibious than human? What caused them and how can you prevent them? Below I will discuss some tips on how to get rid of bags under eyes so that you can wake up looking radiant! You will also learn common symptoms and the leading causes of puffy eyes and dark circles.
Choose the right eye treatments
Some wrinkle creams plump up the skin to reduce wrinkles which may give your eyes ... Continue reading...
Posted by Trudy Albert on Friday, September 30, 2011 In : Beauty
5 UNISEX SKIN CARE TIPS FOR THE FALL
Analyze. Cleanse. Exfoliate. Moisturize. Sunscreen.
Analyze your skin
• When the season gets colder, you will notice changes in your skin as well. Oily skin may become more normal, or those normal skin types might feel their skin is suddenly drying out. If you aren't sure whether your skin needs a new regime, consult a skin care specialist at a local day spa who can analyze your skin on the spot or talk to a consultant at a cosmetics counter.
Cl... Continue reading...
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