Beauty

Ideas and perspectives as to what constitutes a natural product vary. Is bread natural? Is fruit natural? What about soap? Or nail polish? What criteria can an interested consumer use to distinguish between a natural or synthetic product? The answer is not as clear as some would have you believe. The world around us is composed of atoms, molecules, compounds and chemicals. We manipulate the natural world around us so that new substances can serve our needs in ways not even imagined fifty years ago....

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In today's high-stress world, a visit to a spa can provide a much needed renewal for your mind, body and soul. If you don't have the time and/or money to head to the nearest spa or resort, consider creating your own. Experience the benefits of a day at the spa by creating a near-professional spa in your own home. Here are some ideas for transforming you bathroom into a relaxing spa retreat. SPA TREATMENTS Widely used in spas, bath salts or salt scrubs made with sea salts are wonderful for their detoxifying properties....

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The fountain of youth has always been the most sought-after yet illusive pursuit of man. Does it truly exist? Yes, it does, but not in a tangible form. The fountain of youth is an attitude, a way of thinking, and a way of life. The biggest thrill of childhood was the anticipation of joy and happiness yet to come in your life. Nature's progressive order of growing up was inborn in our conscience: o Get an education o Get a job o Get married o Raise a family of your own o Retire and live happily ever-after Having so much to look forward to in getting older was what made childhood so exciting and full of wonder....

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Definately without a doubt it was a new image that was needed for my summer holiday. I was sick and tired of looking like the queen with the same hairstyle for as long as I could remember. Well that was all about to change as I went on a rampage emptying every shop shelf of every glossy magazine that I could find. That evening all engagements were cancelled with Coroanation St, Emmerdale and Eastenders. Sacrafices had to made as I was on a mission to find the new me. Settled down for the evening with every brochure and mag at my side, flicking through every page not leaving one unturned....

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About Consumer products: As a scientist coming from the drug industry and skincare industry I find it interesting how companies exploit human insecurities. We all have fat cells which store fat; our bodies are designed to do that. While society today may perceive belly fat and cellulite as unattractive it is a fact of life. Most marketers want to make that promise of a miracle diet, exercise routine, treatment, pill or cream... Isn't it time you stop trusting those miracle cures which promise everything....

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Natural, Radiant skin That's right, summer is upon us already, which means less emphasis on covering up under layers of foundation, concealer and powder and focusing instead on the natural beauty of our skin. This is all very well for those blessed with perfect, clear skin, but for the rest of us mere mortals, help is at hand! With the proper use of foundation and blusher that "peaches and cream"/"English rose" radiance can be yours this summer. Foundation should be kept as light and dewy as possible....

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It can be difficult to find a hair extension stylist near you, and you don't always have the time to drive hours to get your hair done. Luckily, several online resources are available to help. Here is a helpful, condensed list: The Hair Extension Salon Locator This site lists hair extension salons by state. It also features articles on the care of hair extensions and hair loss information. Additionally, they have supplies and training resources. HairBonz This is the website for the HairBonz hair extension system....

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The beauty world is going nuts this season. From coconut in your moisturisers to almonds in your lip balm... nuts are everywhere. Nut and seed oils such as sesame and grape seed are some of the hottest beauty ingredients in all leading cosmetics oday. "Nuts, seeds and, in particular, their oils also offer valuable beauty benefits as they are naturally packed with anti-ageing antioxidant vitamins,". Apart from their beauty benefits they also are excellent for aroma therapy. Grape seed: It's a particularly good example of anti-ageing antioxidant vitamins....

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Washington DC-By J. S. Ronnette-Patients traveling the road toward whiter teeth have a dizzying array of options to choose from. There are so many whitening products and treatments out there that some dental consumers get blinded in the glare of choices. From paint-on bleaching gels to stick-on whitening strips to in-office power bleaching-what's a white-smile-seeker to do? The current methods break down into whitening at home and at the dental office, with a growing interest in whitening at the dentist's office....

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Never used a sunless tanner? Don't sweat it? it's a no brainer. These products are available in the local pharmacy, department store and/or from your local beauty consultant. They come in many forms; spray-on oil, foam, mousse, lotion, gel and creams. Always test a small area first, on your inner arm for instance. If you are happy with the results, then continue applying to the rest of your body. (You're probably thinking about the time you turned your entire body orange.) Fortunately, today's formulas are an improvement from the products of the past....

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My daughter hates her hair. Several of my friends hate their hair, too. Why? Because it tends to frizz! We're not talking afro style frizz here or even anything remotely close, but when your hair's supposed to be sleek and smooth, even the tiniest amount of frizz can be frustrating. While I'm not going to suggest I can cure your problems, having had my share of the frizzes I've picked up a good few tips through the years and hopefully, by following them, you'll soon be experiencing frizz-free days, too....

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When it comes to a glowing complexion what we put into our bodies and how we treat our skin and ourselves has a huge impact on how we look - no skin care product can overcome certain damage. Here are a few hints to take the best care of your skin and get that radiant glow. 1. Eat a balanced diet - what we put in our bodies will showon our skin. If you eat fatty foods and junk your skin will reflect that, so give your skin proper nutrition. 2. Get at least 7 to 8 hours sleep every night. A lack of sleep will show up under your eyes as dark circles or bags....

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Do you want to change dark eye color to something different, but you are unsure if color contacts will work for your eyes? If you have brown eyes and tried color contact lenses several years ago, you were probably disappointed. Color contacts of the previous generation ether gave your eye color only a very slight change or your eyes looked blue but completely unnatural. Creating color lenses that would truly transform brown eyes into sky blue or emerald green is a very difficult task, but modern color contact lenses can do it....

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