Showing posts with label Recipes for the Skin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Recipes for the Skin. Show all posts

Saturday, June 02, 2007

Papaya Mask for bright complexion

papaya in recipes for beauty
The natural enzyme in papaya which is known as papain dissolves dead skin cells and
fades pigmentations.

How to make and use a papaya mask:

1. Peel and remove the seeds.

2. Chop the papaya in small pieces and make a puree.

3. Leave in the refrigerator to chill.

4. Smooth on face and leave it for 15-20 minutes.

5. Rinse off using cold water.


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Thursday, May 31, 2007

Cucumber Mask refreshes Skin

cucumber mask at beauty recipes
The cucumber mask is ideal for sensitive skin.

How to make and use cucumber mask

1. Cut a medium sized cucumber into half.

2. Make four slices and set aside.

3. Cut the remaining cucumber into small pieces.

4. A plain yogurt to the small pieces of cucumber.

5. Puree and chill for 25 minutes.

6. Smooth on face and cover eyes with the cucumber slices.

7. Leave on the skin for 10 minutes before wiping off with a wet cloth.

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Tuesday, May 29, 2007

Almond Mask Repairs Skin

almonds

Almond has lipids that help repair damaged skin. The almond oil tightens and softens
dehydrated skin.

How to make and use almond mask

1. Combine one egg with almond oil and fresh cream.

2. Whisk and apply on face.

3. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes before
rinsing off with cold water.

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Sunday, January 14, 2007

Foundation and Powder Kit

Here are the foundation and powder products and what they do to your skin.

Liquid foundation

It provides sheer to medium coverage that can be applied with a sponge. Some artists however use their fingers for they believe that it helps them blend the make-up well.

Stick Foundation

It offers more coverage and it is easier to blend than the liquid. The hands still are the best to smoothen the skin.

Cream-to-powder-foundation

This is good for matte-looking face which is applied with the use of a damp sponge. The result is a dewy matte finish.

Tinted moisturizer

This is ideal for those who do not want to use foundation. The tint should match the skin so that it would not look like it is tanned.

Pressed Powder

This is apply over the foundation. It should be applied with a powder sponge avoiding
a smoothing motion.

Loose Powder
A translucent powder would make good as a finishing touch for make-up.A big fluffy brush should be used to apply the powder.

For application of foundation and powder, these two kits are essential
1. foundation sponge
2. powder brush

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Friday, January 12, 2007

Tips for Applying Foundation

To be sure that you get the correct foundation shade that matches your skin, these are five tips to remember.

1. Do not test the foundation in your hand. Oftentimes, the beauty counsellor apply it to your hand. Apply it instead in your jawline.

2. Use blotting paper instead of reapplying foundation or powder when face starts shining.

3. To get a softer look especially in the evening, apply foundation before taking a warm shower.

4. Choose the lighter shade when there are two shades to choose from.

5. Do not apply too much foundation.

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Wednesday, January 10, 2007

Applying the Make-up Base

Follow these steps to have a good make -up base.

1.Apply moisturizer a few minutes before applying foundation. Wipe off excess.
2. Apply the foundation by putting dots on the face using fingers.
Connect the dots by smoothing the foundation all over the face.
3. Before the foundation dry, check for missed spots, blemishes not covered and shadows under the eyes.Apply concealer.
4. For matter finish, apply loose powder with a brush.
5. For heavier coverage, apply powder by pressing the powder into the skin with a powder puff.


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Thursday, October 05, 2006

Applying Liquid Eyeliner

Applying Liquid Eyeliner



There are tricks to make the eyes stand out using the liquid eyeliner.

1. Hold the eyeliner brush between the thumb.
2. Apply the eyeliner close to the lash line from the inner part to the corner
in one stroke.

3. The eyeliner should stop at the end of the eyelid, in upward stroke to create a catty look. Downward direction makes the eyes look sad and tired.

4. Another thin stroke would make the line thicker.

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Monday, July 10, 2006

SKIN CARE BEAUTY KIT 2

Skin Care Beaty Kit 2

The next set of skin care beauty kit is composed of the following:

2.0 Moisturizers

Consumerresearch chose the top three best facial moisturizers out of 16 to be:
  • Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream
  • Dove Sensitive Skin Facial Lotion,
  • Clean & Clear Oil-Free Dual Action Moisturizer


2.1 Light moisturizers are for skin types that do not need extra oil. It is also good for wearing durung daytime. They msy come in the form of gel or lotion.

Skin-care reviews and consumers give high marks to Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream, which contains retinol, a vitamin A derivative, to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It’s oil-free and fragrance-free and experts recommend buying the version that has SPF 15 sunscreen for daytime use.


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2.2 Heavy Moisturizers

This type is good to use during winter and for skin types that are very dry or ageing.

Dove Sensitive Skin Facial Lotion falls in this category because it(formerly Sensitive Essentials)comes in thicker moisturizer cream. It's free of dyes and fragrances (which are often the cause of irritation), and it contains fatty acids that create a protective skin barrier.

3.0 Face Masks

3.1 Clay face masks

Like the mud masks, they clear the pores.

3.2 Moisturizing face masks

Creamy masks give the skin a moisture boost.

3.3 Peel off masks

Cucumber-based masks that expoliate the skin and give the skin a healthy glow.

4.0 Eye Creams
The skin around the eyes is thinner and sensitive and needs less irritating cream.

5.0 Pore Strips
Used to clear blackheads and reduce blocked and open pores.

6.0 Blackhead extractor

Should be used only after steaming or deep cleansing the skin.

7.0 Blemish stick
It contains antiseptic ingredients like hazel and salicylic acid.

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Thursday, July 06, 2006

SKIN CARE BEAUTY KIT

Skin Care Beauty Kit

Care for skin takes a lot of patience and right products that suit the types of skin.
Here are some of the products that one needs to have an almost perfect skin.

1. Cleansing agents/kits

1.1 Glycerin and moisturizing soap bars

Women should be careful in using the regular soap for the body. It may be delicate for the facial skin because of its cleansing ingredients. For those who insist on using soap for their faces, soap bars with moisturizing ingredients are highly recommended.
Neutrogena Transparent Facial Bar, Dry Skin Formula Soap, Fragrance Free
3.5 oz (100 g)

1.2. Eye make-up removers

Eye-make up can not be removed with ordinary soap and water. They were formulated to last longer that they stick to the skin and could not be cleaned without the eye-make up remover in the form of special solvent that penetrates the skin pores.

Ladies can make a choice among these eye make-up removers in the market,considering where they can save lots of money with a product that will work for them.
Lancome Bi-Facil. Double-phase, fresh-as-water liquid eye makeup remover.Activates when shaken to gently whisk away even waterproof eye makeup, while conditioning and refreshing the skin. Ideal for sensitive skin and contact lens wearers. Leaves eyes feeling cool and relaxed, with no oily residue. Ophthalmologist-Tested For Safety. This product costs $23.00, 4.2 fl. 0z bottle.



Sephora Soothing Eye Makeup Remover

For thorough and safe eye makeup removal, Sephora Soothing Eye Makeup Remover is perfect. It has a gentle formula, and has been dermatologically and ophthalmologically tested.

A lot cheaper at $ 8.50 per 4.9 oz bottle.



i.d. bareEyes - Eye Makeup Remover

Shake it up and take it off. Remove your daily coat of mascara, shadows, and glimmers with this two part, moisturizing eye makeup remover that gently dissolves the most stubborn eye makeup, while soothing and refreshing the delicate skin around the eye area. It is enriched with copper, is safe for contact lens wearers, and is ophthalmologist tested.

Price is in the middle at $ 14 per 4 oz.

All products are safe for lens wearers since they all claimed that the products have been opthalmologist tested.

1.3. Facial Scrub

Blood vessels in the face could be invigorated by using facial scrubs. They come in the form of microbeads or spheres of expoliants. These can also remove dead cells or stale make-up that are not removed by the other cleansing agents.

Clinique Exfoliating Scrub costs $ 16.50 per 3.4 oz bottle.

This is a skin-clearing, water-based scrub for strong, oily skins. De-flakes, refines, softens tiny lines. Leaves skin refreshed.It can be used morning or night. Moisten makeup-free skin with water. Using fingertips, massage product onto skin in a circular motion, avoiding the eye area and lips. Rinse and follow with the 3-Step Skin Care System. Use as needed 3-4 times per week. Avoid using on active breakout.


1.4.Cream cleansers

The creamy cleansers moisturize as they clean. They work better when applied with fingers to soak the skin in the cream before wiping them with cotton balls.

For stubborn make-up build-up, use a foaming cleanser.

Caudalie foaming cleanser 1.5 bottle costs $ 10.00.

Instant Foaming Cleanser

This gentle cleanser for normal to combination skin transforms into an airy mousse for effective, soap-free cleansing. Not tested on animals. No animal ingredients or artificial colorings.Apply morning and evening to damp skin. Rinse with water.

1.5 Wipes

Wipes are good for women who do not have time to do the water and soap ritual.

Sephora has one with 25 towelettes for $ 10.00 only.
Makeup Remover Towelettes

These all-in-one face, eye, and lip makeup remover towelettes are a must-have for any girl on the go. Toss in your gym bag or your weekend bag for a quick cleansing anytime!

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Saturday, April 22, 2006

Beauty Tips for Choosing and Using Foundation

Beauty Tips for Choosing And Using Foundation

Here are useful tips in choosing foundation.

1. For women with fair skin, choose the foundation that
is lighter than the color of the skin.

2. For women with dark skin, choose the foundation that
matches the halfway between the darkest and lightest
facial and neck areas.

3. If the face becomes too shiny with the chosen foundation,
use blotting paper than applying a powder.

4. There is too much foundation in the facial area when
the pores are not visible.

5. For a dewy look, apply foundation before taking a hot
body shower.

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Thursday, February 09, 2006

Skin Blemishes

Skin Blemishes-Acne

Acne is not purely for teenager. An adult acne is a chronic condition.
Although there is a saying that it is beauty inside that matters, the
unsightly blemishes and scars contribute to the insecurities of ladies
about their physical appearance.

While there are several anti-acne product lines in the market, the
most effective way of fighting this skin blemish is thru regular program
of preventive maintenance to loosen oil plugs and acne causing
bacteria that clog the skin pores.

With a soft wash loth and a mild soap such as Dove oe Neutrogena,
keep the pores as clean as possible.

Some find cleanser that contains salicylic acid helps loosen plugs
of debris. An antibacterial lotion that contains benzoyl peroxide
prevents new blemishes to form .

Accutane was found to be very effective for acne but its use
is restriced because it can cause birth defects aside from decreased
night vision and pink eye.

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Treatment of Acne

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