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6 ways to look and feel younger! (2 of 2)

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Plan a plant based diet

Your diet should have a good mix of green vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans. "You should try to choose foods that represent a rainbow of colors, such as spinach, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, strawberries, blueberry and grapes. Your food plate should have 75 per cent plant based food and rest should be lower fat sources of protein such as eggs, fish or meat. This diet helps you fight evils of ageing such as osteoporosis, diabetes and heart disease," says dietician Aishwarya Rajan.

Stress on calcium

Getting enough calcium as well as vitamin D help prevent osteoporosis which is the leading cause of bone fractures in women. Especially if you have crossed the age of 50, a daily dose of 1200 mg of calcium is necessary. Good sources of calcium include low-fat dairy products, calcium-fortified soymilk, orange juice, and fish with edible bones (like canned salmon or sardines). You can talk to your doctor to know if you need additional supplements.

Drink in moderation

Recent reports show that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol can protect against heart disease. Consuming alcoholic beverages can interfere with the effectiveness of certain medications. It also may increase the risk for some cancers. If you decide to drink, limit alcoholic beverages to not more than one drink a day.

Sleep enough

Sleep is vital to the proper functioning of our body. While some of us may sleep for barely 5-6 hours at night, others maybe sound asleep for as much as 9-10 hours. But the average amount of sleep required is 7-8 hours. Instead of battling sleep in the daytime, take short power naps of 10-15 minutes as they too will make you feel rested. – The Times of India

6 ways to look and feel younger! (1 of 2)

Good morning friends. Those who think that women are most petrified of gaining weight, here's some news! Her deepest fears are age related! Though ageing is inevitable, who says one cannot counter it. We help you slow the ageing process with these simple tips:

Save your skin.

As you age, the first most obvious sign is the appearance of wrinkles. With age and improper beauty regime, our skin gets dry and rough which leads to wrinkles. One of the noticeable signs of ageing is the visibility of thin lines around our eyes, which are called crow's feet.

To add to the misery, there can be sun damage in the form of discoloration. So follow the 3-step beauty routine of scrubbing, toning, moisturizing and later slathering on plenty of sunscreen. And if wrinkles are bothering you a bit too much, botox isn't a bad option either. Olive oil also works wonders in banishing wrinkles.

Check your weight and exercise

To beat age related weight gain, experts say one must aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate activity a day. The form could be anything - yoga, aerobics, swimming, pilates, etc. Leena Mogre, fitness expert, says, "As you cross 30, a good mix of exercise is important. If you feel that your gut is expanding and your chest is softening, it's probably because you're not lifting weights."

The key to reaping the benefits of physical activity is sticking with it, so choose any exercise you enjoy. Do not forget facial exercises to firm your facial muscles.

Go a little wild

Since everyone hits the occasional beauty slump, many companies are introducing fun, feel-good products that give you a big boost—fast. And the results are temporary—so a lapse in judgment never really matters. Some of our favorite rut-busters: Nicole, a line of funky nail colors; Allah’s Sacred Earth’s Mehndi Sasa Henna kit, all you need to create a hip but fleeting henna tattoo; Ralph Lauren’s Extreme Polo Sport, a citrusy, men’s (though perfectly unisex) cologne that helps you find your inner bungee jumper when a 200-foot plunge just isn’t an option. – Olivia Vale

Downsize your makeup bag

Downsizing. It’s the thing to do now. And makeup bags are the perfect starting point—because even if you use the same three products all the time, your cosmetics case could probably service an entire drag revue, right? So take a deep breath, the toss all the products you haven’t used in the last year (mascara should go after three months). Or—if you’re striving for the ultimate in minimalism—ditch everything but a bright, berry lipstick. This color makes the ideal bridge between today’s reds and next season’s pinks. – Olivia Vale

Update your cut

“If you keep an outdated cut simply because you’re comfortable with it [yes, this is a thinly veiled Friends reference; there are still a few die-hards out there], you’re making a big mistake,” says Debbie Spaar, a hairstylist at the American hairlines Salon in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. But updating doesn’t have to involve a drastic change: Spaar’s advice: “Just lose the shaggy bits, so you’re left with a sleek—and ultrahip—bob. “New York City Salon owner Kim Lepine suggests an alternative—though equally happening—look: blunt-cut medium-length hair with slightly “grown-out-looking,” asymmetrical bangs. – Olivia Vale

Find the perfect foundation

Technological advancement can be beautiful. Science is responsible for a whole new crop of foundations that are formulated to look like your own skin (Try Estee Lauder Minute Makeup Crème Stick Foundation or Clarins Ultra-Satin foundation.) “When you get the shade right, these products can make you look incredible,” says New York City makeup artist Martel Thompson. But the converse is true, too: the wrong shade can make flaws look a lot worse than they actually are. So, how are you supposed to find your perfect foundation? The easiest way is to head to your favorite cosmetics counter and make the salesperson do the work for you. Ask her to apply a few prospective shades to a small section of your face. Then, ask for a small mirror, go outside and examine your skin in daylight. If any of the shades seems to disappear, you’ve found your match. If not, keep trying—your diligence will pay off. – Olivia Vale

Don’t ignore your feet

As you may have noticed, sandal-season is steadily turning into a year-round affair. And while many of us embrace the new footwear rules (or lack thereof), others dread the endless pedicuring. But we can all take heart: Marie martin, a nail expert at Tucson, Arizona’s Gad—about Day Spa, shares a simple timesaving weekly routine. First, use a pumice scrub on your soles and toenail beds to remove any dead skin. Then after your dry the nails off, file them straight across and apply a quick-dry, high-shine top coat. (Try Maybelline Two Timer Express Finish Fat Dry Nail Enamel or Chanel Quick Shine.) You’ll be ready to roll in about five minutes. – Olivia Vale

Sneak pampering into your life

You know very well that stress is bad—and that now more than ever, you have to make a point of pampering yourself. Blah, blah, blah. The question is: Where are you supposed to find all this free time? “Easy,” says Victoria Courtney-Chow, spokesperson for Biodroga skin care products. “Since cosmetics companies have started adding aromatherapy to shampoo, foot lotion and everything in between, you can get little bursts of rejuvenation—whenever you want.” One rally quick trick: Spray and uplifting (citrus, mint- or eucalyptus-based) aromatherapy mist around the bathroom immediately before you shower; the steam will enhance the scent—and your mood—in about 30 seconds. – Olivia Vale

Downsize your makeup bag

Downsizing. It’s the thing to do now. And makeup bags are the perfect starting point—because even if you use the same three products all the time, your cosmetics case could probably service an entire drag revue, right? So take a deep breath, the toss all the products you haven’t used in the last year (mascara should go after three months). Or—if you’re striving for the ultimate in minimalism—ditch everything but a bright, berry lipstick. This color makes the ideal bridge between today’s reds and next season’s pinks. – Olivia Vale

Keep skin under control all day

The classic complaint: You apply your makeup meticulously—but by lunchtime, you’re shiny, creased or otherwise a mess. Enter a new breed of products: primers, foundations and powders that stay effective for hours. For oil control, try Clinique Super balance makeup or Cover Girl Fresh Complexion Liquid Makeup. For hydration, try L’Oreal Hydra Perfecte Foundation or Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Hydro Light Foundation. – Olivia Vale

Treat skin consistently

Finally—everyone seems to have sworn off yo-yo dieting in favor of a healthy, consistent eating plan. So why don’t we apply the same standards to skin care? “An on-again, off-again routine can wreak havoc on your face,” says Brenda A. Merritt, M.D.., a Livingston, New Jersey, dermatologist and the Derm Aesthetics Skincare creator. “A lot of complexion problems could be prevented by a consistent skin care regimen.” The message: No matter how hectic you will be, take care of the basics—daily cleansing, moisturizing and sun protection. Women who tend to break out can add a nightly dose of over-the-counter pimple medication (try ClearLogix Acne spot Treatment or Origins Spot Remover). – Olivia Vale

Make sunscreen a habit

We’ve all heard the warnings a thousand times over: if we don’t protect ourselves from the sun throughout the year, we risk premature aging and skin cancer. But for some reason, the message still hasn’t sunk in—statistics show that we continue to be lax about our SPFs. One recent American Academy of Dermatology survey found that despite our increased UV-awareness, the number of sunburn-sufferers keeps rising. “The figures are scary—you’ve absolutely got to use an SPF of at least 15 every single day,” says Steven Victor, M.D., a New York City dermatologist. The onslaught on new SPF-enhanced beauty products. Cosmetics companies are adding sunscreens to more and more moisturizers, foundations and other staples. Try Bath & Body Works Face Sheer Day Lotion or Avon Moisture Lift Protective Lotion SPF 15. – Olivia Vale

Cut hair styling time in half

Blow-drying, straightening and defrizzing can take a huge chunk of time out of your morning, but they no longer have to: One of the latest salon services make styling infinitely easier. Kirk Michael, a hair care expert at New York City’s Allure Day Spa & Hair Design, explains: “New treatments use a silicone-based solution to seal the hair’s outermost layer.” The process, which usually costs $100 to $150 and takes half an hour, makes hair smoother, shinier and less likely to frizz—and the results can last for up to three months. “My treatment, called hair Valium, makes the most unruly hair manageable. Clients end up spending a lot less time styling—and stressing—everyday,” says Michael. – Olivia Vale

Stay-pretty Plan

OK, enough bad news! There is a solution: Just like Mom told you, try to eat regular, balanced meals—it’s the single best thing you can do for your looks. At every meal, down foods that pack in a wide variety of nutrients, plus about four ounces of protein. “A lot of women don’t eat breakfast, rush through lunch and then have a wonderful dinner.” But since energy to make hair-follicle cells is lowest in the morning, the two most important meals for hair are breakfast and lunch.

This all makes sense, you may be saying to yourself, but isn’t thin in? well, it’s nowhere near as in as looking and feeling good, and that’[s the big beauty pay-off of maintaining a healthy weight. The truth is, if you’re a chronic dieter, your skin is never going to look as vibrant as that of someone who always ate well. Youth can camouflage poor eating habits for a while, but once you hit your thirties, you’ll age more quickly. - Louise Jarvis

Beauty Blaze

A NATURAL SKIN CALMER Here’s one for the avid outdoorswoman: You can place powder from lycopodium (a moss that grows in forests) on wounds to stop bleeding and on skin to calm irritation. Not traipsoing through the woods? Enessa Lyco-silk mineral powder has packed the potent plant. Sprinkle it on bumps and burn caused by shaving or waxing.

SPA SAFETY Whirlpool baths can be a hotbed for the bacteria that cause the disease known as hot tub lung. The Archives of Internal Medicine reports that the number of cases is rising, even as specialists say it likely remains under diagnosed. If you’re frequent soaker, know the symptoms—persistent cough, shortness of breath, fever—and consider turning off the jets in public spas just to be safe (Bubbles can help bacteria get into the air, where it’s easier for you to inhale them.)

BROW WOW If you use one eyebrow pencil, you might want to start using three, says Randi Mavestrand, a makeup artist in Los Angeles. Short, light strokes of black, dark brown and gray give dimension, which is essential to creating a natural look. Towheads and strawberry blonds, however, should skip the black and stick to lighter browns and grays.

Touch-Up Trick

Cover roots with ColorMark, a dye that hides growing-in gray during that week or two before your next appointment. The handheld tube comes with a sponge tip for easy home use. The dye is temporary, so if you mismatch the shade, you can easily wash out your goof. Of course, it may be prudent to pass up the paint when rain is in the forecast (or at least carry an umbrella)!

DANDRUFF COUBLE CHECK Flake-fighting shampoos don’t have to be harsh on hair. In fact, researchers at Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati found that anti-dandruff products with pyrithione zinc actually conditioned strands and stopped itchy scalp. Get the ingredient in Denorex of Head & shoulder.

MAKEUP YOU’LL FLIP FOR Curtail clutter in your cosmetics bag with the Styli-Stye Flat Pencil. The rectangular shape lets you line eyes or lipsk then smooth on shadow or lipstick; switch from narrow to wide side to change its use. As it wears, stay on point with the Flat Sharpener.

WHAT FEET CAN LOOK FORWARD TO Forget messy powders and goopy ointments. You may be able to beautify red, irritated feet with antifungal socks coated with molecules that breakdown and kill germs and fungi (like the kinds that cause athlete’s foot). The souped-up socks could be available in the next few years. – SELF

Beauty tricks use and you should, too!

LIPS Natural-looking lips depend on correct lip-liner use. Outline lips with a neutral pencil, then—and this is key—fill completely with the pencil. top with gloss or lipstick, says Tina Earnshaw, a makeup pro who tends to stars such as Kate Winslet (on whose lower lip the pencil also helps fill in a tiny white scar).

HANDS “Ignore your hands and they’ll be a give-away of aging,” says UCLA derm Joshua Wieder, M.D. (Think brown spots, dull skin, wrinkles) Dr. Wieder cites the youthful, unlined hands of an artist Kate Hudson and suggest treating yours to Renova or whatever anti-aging cream your use on your face.

BROWS Matching your eyebrows to your hair makes you look faded (i.e., older), says Damone Roberts, who has tended the brows of Madonna, J.Lo and Lara Flynn Boyle. His rule of brow; if you’re blonde, brows should be a shade of two darker than your hair; if brunette, opt for a shade or two lighter.

LASHES The secret to luscious eyelashes? Not just mascara—cake eyeliner, says Lisa Casino of Chroma Makeup, a studio Rachel Weisz frequents. With a pointed brush, dot it between the base of lashes, then apply mascara. This adds depth but “won’t read as eyeliner.”

HAIR Nelson Chan of Estetica (client include Heather Graham) finishes hair wil gel, shine drops and, sometimes, a leave-in conditioner, all mixed in a spray bottle for more even application. Try one part get to two parts waterl; add a few drops of a shine product or leave-in conditioner; shake well. – SELF

Hot Baths

I’ve heard that hot baths can dry out my skin, but I love taking them when the weather gets cold. Is there a way to make them more moisturizing? –H.J., Tarrytown, N.Y.

DON’T LET THE BATH GET TOO hot—it should be comfortable to step into. “Hot water removes the oils from your skin,” says Jerome d. Fallon, M.D., instructor of dermatology at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.

“Add a few drops of an oil-based bath product—such as a bath oil or a soak—that is formulated to penetrate skin under water. Avoid detergent-filled bubble baths and powders, which can dry out your skin,” says Helga Hefner, a trainer in skin and body care at “Aveda. Limit soaking time to 15 to 20 minutes. (Try: Aveeno Bath Treatment, Erbe Chamomile Bath Foam, Aveda soothing Aqua Therapy).

Enhance Your Hair

Anyone who has a pet knows that hair is affected by diet; switch your dog or cat to a nutritionally rich pet food and watch how dryness disappears and the coat becomes lustrous. What’s good for Fido is good for you, too.”The same thing happens when sufficient nutrients are added to the (human) diet,” says Ronald Hoffman, MD.

All the hair-revitalizing products you can find on the shelf won’t save your hair if you aren’t nurturing your body with fresh, nutritious foods. A food plan crammed with a rainbow of colorful fruits and vegetables high in vitamins and antioxidants, whole grains for minerals, nuts and seeds for vitamins and minerals, and meat for iron will get your hair looking its best, suggests Lynn Grieger, RD, CDE.

“The fiber from fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes is good for your body and hair,” says Grieger, whose healthy Hair Diet incorporates eight to ten glasses of water and juices a day to hydrate hair, leaving it silky and shiny. A fortified breakfast cereal and soy products rich in phytoestrogens will help your body get the other nutrients it needs.

Lily Morgan, author of Beauty, health and Happiness and founder of Lily of Colorado, a botanical skin care company based in Denver, has her own ideas on what should appear on your healthy-hair plate. Her list of foods necessary for hair health: whole grains, brown rice, oatmeal, brewer’s yeast, cold-pressed olive oil, organic vinegar, nuts sunflower seeds, chickpeas, cauliflower and lentils. Biotin and essential fatty acids, along with the seaweeds, kelp and wakame, also enhance hair, says Morgan. –Susan Weiner

Blemishes Buster

♥ The sad truth is we don’t stop breaking out just because we turn 18 (or 25, 35, or even 45). That’s where Olay Total Effects Anti-Aging Anti-Blemish Moisturizer, comes in. it’s a combination of Olay’s proven anti-aging moisturizing formula with salicylic acid. The result: your skin looks younger and smoother, without the breakouts.

♥ The lasting scars of acne can be worse than the breakouts themselves. The new Clearasil Ultra Acne Scar Care system, day lotion and night lotion, actually helps repair scars will mimosa tenuiflora, which stimulates collagen cells to fill in pits and other unevenness left by acne.

Instant Fix

Miss Oops Blemish Spot Gel, made with tea tree oil and sage, is definitely grownup-friendly.

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Spa Smart

After the holiday hubbub dies down, I plan to treat myself to a massage—or if I’m lucky, take advantage of a generous gift certificate. How to make the most of the experience:

1. Ask questions. When you call to bok your time, inquire about attire, tipping, anything on your mind. Also, specify whether you want a male or female therapist.

2. When you undress, leave undergarments on if you prefer. But know you’ll always be covered, except for the area that’s being worked on.

3. Chat if you wish—but it’s also fine to simply say hello, then keep quiet.

4. Speak up firmly right away if touch is too rough or too light. -Linda Moran Evans

Protect your skin!

Good morning everybody. Summer is now coming. So much heat was felt everywhere. Too much thirst, perspiring so much, drying of skin, chapping of lips. These are some of the problem which everyone this summer season. Just like me, I was reading some books and I felt that my lips has a thick skin on top and it was chapping.

My friend just called and we talk some things. Then I mentioned my problem about my chapping lips. She advice me something. This is the first time I heard that. So I want to share it with you and i She advice me something. This is the first time I heard that. So I want to share it with you and I’m sure it can help you too.

She told me to boil a milk until the thickness of the milk will go on top. Let it cool before you apply of the dry skin. Milk has oil. Dry skin meaning lack of oil on the skin. I will try to do it. I want to see the result of that.

For good skin? Give up smoking (2 of 2)

Deep damage

Applying moisturizing creams may slightly improve the skin’s appearance, but the damage lies deep under the skin.

“Smoking gradually decreases the levels of collagen on your skin, causing the skin to sag and wrinkle.” Having cosmetic procedures done may be an option to revitalize skin, but since the body’s ability to produce collagen is affected, there is a big possibility the results will be unsuccessful.

“Smoking slows down the production of collagen, thus slowing down the body’s ability to heal.”
Second-hand smoke may not have the full effect that a smoker is up against, but being constantly exposed to cigarette smoke does have an effect on health, not to mention one’s skin.

“Being in an environment where you’re always breathing in smoke, you’re already exposing yourself to half of the effects you would get if you were smoking yourself. The effects on the skin includes overall dryness and an increase in the production of free radicals.”

Quitting smoking is your best beauty regimen, along with constant moisturizing and sun protection. “It is best not to start at all. If you’re smoking, it is better to quit, because the longer you stay on it, the more damage it will do to your skin. At a certain point, you cannot reverse the effects anymore.”-Kelly Misa

For good skin? Give up smoking (1 of 2)

Smoking is bad for your health. It has been associated with many ailments, including heart disease and cancer of the mouth, lungs and esophagus. Smoking also increases the chance of a heart attack or a stroke because it constricts the blood vessels, causing a reduction in blood flow.

Smoking also has a damaging effects on the skin. You can determine a person whether she/he is a smoker or not based on his or her general appearance: ashen, pale complexion, dry skin, wrinkles formed around the eyes and mouth and a skinny face.

“Even for a relatively young person, you can have that face if you’ve been smoking habitually for many years. You can notice the change as early as five years of smoking, and the longer you continue to smoke, the worse it will get.”

A smoker gets acquire this manifestation because of restricted blood flow and oxygen to the skin, causing an ashy, pale or sometimes yellowish skin tone and premature wrinkles. The skin also quickly ages due to vitamin C deficiency, since each cigarette robs your body of about 35 mg of vitamin C. And wrinkles are formed largely around the mouth and eye area because of the constant gathering and peeking motions that come with smoking. -Kelly Misa

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