Month: November 2014

Cover Your Tattoo Up With Makeup

Have You Fallen Out Of Love With Your Tattoo?

Chances are you love your tattoo; you might be proud of it and enjoy showing it off…it might just feel part of you. Equally you might not be as proud as you once were. Maybe it’s faded over time and the colours are not quite as vivid or pretty as they once were, or perhaps you’re no longer such a fan of fairies? Whatever the reason behind your desire to temporarily cover up your tattoo, you will be pleased to know that it’s not at all difficult. Anyone can learn the basic techniques involved in creating a clean canvass on your skin once more.

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How to Remove Acne Pigmentation

The darker tones of pigmentation often left behind by acne is just as upsetting to sufferers as the actual acne is; this is an unhappy fact for many people who suffer from regular breakouts of acne and also for those people whose acne has faded away only to leave behind red, brown or purplish discolouration where the spots once were.

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4 Weird Causes Of Cellulite

If you’re a sufferer of cellulite then you will be all too familiar with the misery that the tough to beat condition can bring with it. Cellulite is best described as that “orange peel effect” which many women (not so many men) see on their thighs, buttocks, hips and arms. Affecting the middle portion of our bodies, for years the cause of it was deemed a mystery as experts could not agree on why some women got it and others didn’t.

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Laser Hair Removal – Manscaping Is On the Rise

Hair Removal No Longer A Taboo Subject For Men

It’s not so long ago that hair removal for men involved nothing more complex than a disposable razor and maybe some eye watering aftershave. It wasn’t manly to alter the natural lie of the land when it came to body hair…that was women’s business. Today, not so much; thanks to a legion of smooth-chested pop stars and manicured football players, ordinary men are beginning to furrow their unibrows in confusion.

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Laser Tattoo Removal like You Have Never Seen It Before!

Laser tattoo removal has hit new highs with results which are truly astounding. In the early days of laser tattoo removal, those undergoing the treatment could expect some degree of scarring and also only the partial removal of tattoos…particularly tattoos which were very dark or large.

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Do You Really Know How To Exfoliate?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As our skin ages and as winter creeps in, our skin gets less proactive about shedding dead skin cells; result? Dull, dry and flaky skin is hard to apply makeup to and can also contribute to breakouts.

Keeping on top of exfoliation is one thing…but are you doing it correctly? Many people make the mistake of using the wrong equipment to begin with; those nylon “body puffs” are terrible for the job and loofah? They’re germ magnets!

How to exfoliate your face with a flannel

The best single item which you can invest in for exfoliation in the area of the face is a cotton flannel; a simple washcloth which can be washed in the washing machine after each use and is the perfect size for the job.

Use plain, warm water; dampen your flannel and gently scrub your face in a circular motion paying particular attention to the t-zone. Be very careful not to scrub at your delicate eye area as the skin here does not need rough treatment. Following exfoliation moisturise as usual. Once a week you can use a commercial facial scrub but be sure to choose a gentle one and not one with large granules which can damage your skin.

How to exfoliate with dry brushing

For your body, the best tool to use is a dry brush; if you’ve heard of dry brushing but aren’t sure what it is, read on. Dry brushing is exactly that; it’s using a coarse brush to brush your body before you get into the shower or the bath…which is what washes away all of those dead skin cells you’ve loosened with your brush. Keep your brush dry…store it away from the bath or shower or it will become damp and mouldy. Wash it regularly and dry it naturally in a well ventilated area.

Before you begin your dry brushing routine, apply some oil to your skin; plain old baby oil works well. Now starting from your feet, brush up in gentle, short strokes until you have covered your entire body. Now take your shower or bath and use a salt scrub to rid yourself of those dead skin cells. Moisturise as usual afterwards.

Try to stay on top of your exfoliating routine and within a month you should notice a real improvement in both the texture and the appearance of your skin. During the winter it’s even more important to continue to exfoliate as the cold weather, central heating and layers of clothing all contribute to dull and flaky skin. Make sure you care for your skin in the colder months and when summer rolls around you’ll be beach ready!

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Myths About Metabolism

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“It’s my metabolism that’s to blame.” How many times have you heard this sentence or said it yourself? Blaming your metabolism for weight gain is a common habit and the interesting thing about the phenomenon is that many people don’t quite understand what metabolism actually is.

Metabolism can best be understood if thought of a process; basically a set of chemical changes which occur regularly within all living organisms, metabolism is what ensures that we grow, repair and reproduce correctly. It can be split into two categories; catabolism and anabolism. Catabolism breaks down organic matter and ensures cellular respiration and anabolism uses energy to build cells including proteins. Together these processes are always working to ensure we take the good stuff from what we consume and to leave behind the bad stuff…to repair and renew damaged cells and basically to keep us functioning.

The myths surrounding metabolism generally come from lack of understanding.

Myth 1:

Thin people have fast metabolisms: Nope. Thinner people’s metabolisms are actually generally slower because there is less of them to burn off. Larger people’s metabolisms have to work much harder in order to keep things ticking over. Having said that though there is some truth in the myth but it concerns muscle and bulk rather than simply who’s thinnest. Muscular people have faster metabolisms in general whilst those with little muscle tend to have slower metabolisms.

Myth 2:

Missing meals will slow down your metabolism: Not true. Some people can benefit from eating very frequent, small meals as this helps them to stave off cravings and to avoid the empty feeling which can instigate a binge but in general what really matters is the quality of the food which you eat. Even eating 2 spaced out meals a day won’t slow your metabolism down at all…especially if the meals are well balanced and contain all the nutrients you need.

Myth 3:

Eating after 6 is bad for your metabolism: Another misconception. What you eat is what matter and not when you eat it. Our metabolisms don’t shut down at bedtime…far from it. You can eat a healthy and well balanced meal when you want to and relax safe in the knowledge that as long as you eat well and exercise regularly, it won’t suddenly morph into fat overnight!

Myth 4:

Your metabolism is set in stone: This is completely untrue. Metabolism is not something which cannot be changed. If you want to get your metabolism working well, the best move you can make is to build up some muscle. Regular muscle building exercise will assist you in ramping up the speed at which you break food down.

The old advice stays true when it comes to your metabolism and your weight. Eat well…exercise well and be sensible about how much junk food you consume and you will reach or maintain the weight which you’re happiest at.

If you ever need a helping hand why not look into Coolsculpting and discover how it can permanently remove up to 30% of your fat

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Winter, The Perfect Time for Laser Hair Removal

Although it is typically during the summer months that people start to think about laser hair removal, the ideal time for it is probably during the colder, winter months.

Thinking ahead like this can be a great way to ensure perfect, smooth and hair free skin is in place at the time when it’s most important. Wintertime can be a great excuse for hiding away those hairy legs, or for keeping your armpits under wraps but if you plan ahead and book in your laser hair removal sessions during the cold snap, then you could be beach ready right when it counts most!

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Simple Ten Minute Home Exercises To Lose Weight

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Exercise In The Comfort Of Your Own Home

Finding the time to indulge in regular exercise might seem impossible when you take into account travelling time to and from the gym or even the budget necessary to indulge in such a luxurious pastime! However, there are in fact many exercises which can be done at home and with no outlay at all…not to mention in very short spaces of time.

No Special Equipment Needed

You don’t need any special equipment to undertake a regular exercise routine; you only need an empty room, ten minutes free time and some enthusiasm!  Simple at-home exercises can be as beneficial as any undertaken in a gym environment and have the added benefit of being completely free!

Tone Up & Lose Weight!

Exercising on a regular basis will not only tone your muscles and help you to lose weight but will improve your sleeping habits and skin tone as well as boost your metabolism…meaning that when you do eat, you’ll burn it off more efficiently.

Some simple ten minute exercises which can be done at home include the following’

  • Using a skipping rope to burn calories and get your heart rate up
  • Simple stretches to loosen muscles and help you to relax
  • Running up and down stairs or stepping up and down on step to tone the lower half of your body and get your heart pumping
  • Sit ups and crunches

Make it easy by sticking to a routine

Look at your daily routine in order to work out the best time to include an exercise slot in your day. If you tend to wake up a little on the grumpy side or if your mornings are always rushed, then the evening will be the best time to instigate some regular exercise.

Make an appointment with yourself and don’t let anything get in the way! Choose a time and stick to it; go into a quiet room, put on some music if you need encouragement; clear the floor of any debris or mess and get down to it!

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