Anti-aging techniques don't stop at serums and creams. Simple and easy tweaks to your routine can effectively take years off your look. Check out a few of favorite one-step ways to create a youthful effect in seconds.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Look Younger, Instantly!
Anti-aging techniques don't stop at serums and creams. Simple and easy tweaks to your routine can effectively take years off your look. Check out a few of favorite one-step ways to create a youthful effect in seconds.
Tips for Capturing a Beautiful Photograph
Simply looking at your subject from a different perspective can make a photograph more stylized and visually stunning. From what you include in the frame to selecting key colors to enhance your piece, there are easy ways to upgrade a snapshot to a gorgeous photograph.
Organize Chaos
A picture of a busy scene leads the viewer’s eye in many directions. Make sure you know what you want to be the focal point of the photo and balance the size of other elements in the frame around it so your main subject doesn’t get lost in all the clutter.
Use the Rule of Thirds
Centering your subject can make your image look static and dull. Using the rule of thirds, which is a compositional rule, can make the subject look much more appealing. Sectioning a frame into three parts and positioning your subject along a third lets the eye move around in a creative way. 
Lead the Viewer's Eye With Color
Selecting a few colors to incorporate within a composition, brings focus to a photograph. Try to stick to a couple of key colors and use them throughout the whole image.
Incorporate Patterns
When introducing a pattern into your photo, use it sparingly. Too much of it can detract from the overall image.
Choose Vantage Points
Instead of taking a picture from a standard height, try changing your perspective and snapping the image from higher or lower than normal. Try looking at the frame from another point of view to determine if it will look more interesting.
Holiday Hair Inspiration
Dressing up during the holidays is lots of fun. It's that time of the year when sparkles, high heels, and drinks seem all the more festive, and it gives you a reason to add a little extra glamour! While we love to work a dark smoky eye or deep red lipstick, the holidays also present an opportunity to try a more exciting hairstyle. Whether you create loose tumbling curls, add a hair accessory, or pull your locks back into a sleek ponytail, there's something that works for everyone’s holiday style. InStyler celebrity hairstylist Dean Banowetz got some tips on how to look after your hair during the colder months, plus some tricks on how to style it.
Sexy Waves
Whether you create loose waves or a more polished style, curls are a pretty choice for the holidays. "Big curls or waves will add personality to any look," says Dean. "An easy way to do this is to take damp to almost-dry hair, twist it all together and wrap it into a spiral bun. Secure hair with bobby pins until it's dry, then let it down—you’ll have a natural curl or wave and look gorgeous!"
Chic Ponytail
A simple, sleek ponytail works just as well with jeans and a blazer as it does with a sequined party dress. "A nice twist to a ponytail is to add a bend to the ends of your hair, which can easily be created using the InStyler," says Dean. "To do this, section your hair and bend the InStyler inward or outward at the ends. This will add some body to your ends, frame the face, and show off any layers."
Elegant Updo
Twisting your hair into an elegant bun is easy to do and allows you to create many different styles. Wear it low at the nape of your neck or up high in a top knot. You can even add a braid for extra dimension. An updo is also a great way to protect your hair from the wind and harsh conditions. "Using a protective spray before you style will defend your hair from environmental damage that comes with the extremes of winter," says Dean.Beautiful Bun
Second to the ponytail, the bun is the easiest updo to master. Whether you want to look effortlessly chic, elegant, or sexy, most styles can be achieved in less than 5 minutes. Plus, even if you have shorter strands, there are simple methods for creating the illusion of a larger knot.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Is Your Hair pH Balanced?
Whether acidic lemon or alkaline soap, everything on Mother Earth can be measured on the pH scale. The latest craze in science and beauty focuses on the molecular health of your hair. Brands are beginning to formulate hair care products designed to keep your pH levels in equilibrium, but does this scientifically based concept have any visible effect on your locks?
What is pH?
The pH range is a scientific system designed to measure the acidity or alkalinity in a substance from zero to 14. If something is too acidic (less than seven on the scale), it doesn’t attract enough hydrogen. Conversely, alkaline substances (seven to 14 on the scale) attract too much hydrogen. Water is considered pH neutral at seven.How does pH influence human hair?
“Chemically, our hair and skin are naturally more acidic between 4.5 and 5.5 on the pH scale,” says Sojourn hair care director of chemistry Rob Guimond. Sojourn’s brand is based on the science of pH and formulates its products to mimic the same acidity of human hair. “Hair products with alkaline pH levels open the hair cuticle, making your strands susceptible to major color loss and damage,” says Rob. Even water, which is pH neutral at seven, opens the hair cuticle. “Many companies use the term pH-balanced to market their products, but this could mean a pH level of anything,” warns Rob. “We formulated every product in our line to mimic the chemical composition of hair.”Does pH hair care make a difference?
While the scientific claims in this concept make sense, hair expert Elizabeth Cunnane Phillips isn’t so sure they have enough of an impact to make a difference. As a trichologist at the legendary Philip Kingsley Clinic in New York City, she sees patients with complex hair conditions daily. “I honestly haven’t seen the pH issue affect any of my patients dramatically,” says Elizabeth. “It’s still a marketing angle at this point, but that doesn’t mean there’s not validity to the topic. It’s an interesting concept that can only have a positive effect on all hair types.”Safe and Natural Makeup Must Haves
Have you ever thought about the ingredients that go into your mascara, blush, or eye liner and whether they're good for you? When you use a product every day—sometimes more than once!—it makes sense to choose something that's healthy for your body and good for the environment. The natural and organic movement has grown exponentially in the past few years, with products that give excellent results and look pretty on your dresser becoming widely available and much more affordable. Here are Top 3.
1 Christopher Drummond Enduring Eye Liner Pencil
It glides on easily, is a breeze to smudge out, and contains organic jojoba oil, cocoa butter, and shea butter so you're putting beautiful ingredients onto the most sensitive part of your body—your eyes. We love the Absolutely Brown shade for every day.2 Intelligent Nutrients Lip Delivery Antioxidant Gloss
This lip gloss is more like a tint, as the color is highly pigmented and comes in a variety of beautiful shades. It’s also packed with antioxidants such as acai and rose hip, and organic fruits and vegetables, which is welcome in a product you inevitably will lick off!3 Tarte Amazonian Clay Smart Mascara
Although some eco-friendly mascaras seem dry, this formula is light and creamy and doesn't clump. It's free of parabens and synthetic fragrance, and the Amazonian clay moisturizes, hydrates, and repairs dry, brittle lashes.Winterize Your Beauty Routine
The drier, harsher conditions in winter demand some changes to your beauty routine. In addition to increasing hydration via water and oils (through products and the foods you eat), altering your skin care routine is essential. Here are tips on how to look after your skin, hair, and nails during the colder months.
1 Nails
Hands are often exposed to the elements when you’re outside, and your nails can take a beating. "Always moisturize your hands with hand cream or cuticle oil after you wash them," says celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann, whose own Rich Girl Hand and Cuticle Treatment contains SPF 25, shea butter, and avocado to protect your delicate skin. "This is important at any time of the year, but especially during the harsh colder seasons." Keep some in your handbag so it’s readily available.2 Skin
During the winter months it's important to use a thicker moisturizer on your face and the rest of your body. Your skin is your biggest organ, so you need to look after it. "It is important to keep your skin quenched in the cold-weather months," says makeup artist and founder of her own line, Sonia Kashuk. "Be sure to apply an intensely hydrating cream all over, both morning and night. My personal favorite for the face is StriVectin Instant Moisture Repair. It's also nice to add some extra luminosity to your skin in winter, as it isn't getting that much sun. A great way to achieve this is with Sonia Kashuk Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15."3 Hair
Your hair may be protected under your winter hat, but it still needs extra conditioning. "Keeping locks healthy and strong is all about adding extra moisture," says Oribe, cofounder and creative director of the cult brand Oribe Hair Care. "Use a deep-conditioning mask once or twice a week, or even daily as a quick rinse. It will help fortify strands before they break and repair hair that is already brittle. The dry air also causes an increase in static electricity, so to avoid it, limit how often you blow-dry your hair."Singing in the Rain..
Since its raining outside, heres a song that i love ... Singing in the rain- Gene Kelly From the movie singing in the rain 1952..
Color Charged: Rainbows
Beauties, we know you love color, and we do too! A rainbow of shades is a beautiful way to show off lots of bright hues and spice up the bland winter months. So this time we’re offering a variety of mediums. From eye shadow to nail polish to lipstick, these prove you can apply a rainbow of colors in many different ways!
After you paint your eyes an array of dazzling colors, why not add glitter for extra sparkle? Try sunset hues on your eyelid, then take deeper tones like purple and blue to your lower lash line like this for added depth.
Keep your eyes simple and make your lips the focus with rainbow lipstick. We suggest using a lip brush to achieve a look similar to this as you need to keep the colors separate and paint them on in small sections. And beware of rubbing your lips together—you want this rainbow to stay put!
Rather than painting each nail a different color, let sparkly diamantés represent the rainbow. Over a black background, the tiny dots look like a digitized rainbow! We love the disco feel and bet this mani would look good on the dance floor.
Five Memory-Boosting Foods
Are you sick of forgetting birthdays, meetings, special events, and names? Being a space cadet doesn't just happen from lack of sleep or stress, it can also be a result of foods that are missing from your diet. Nicholas Perricone, M.D., founder of Perricone MD and Super by Dr. Perricone to find out which foods can help improve your memory.
1. Anchovies
Anchovies are more than Caeser salad toppings. They help you to think more clearly, improve your memory, and assist with problem-solving skills. They can also help your appearance! “DMAE—dimethylaminoethanol—is a nutritional substance found in anchovies that helps to maintain muscle tone in the face and body as we age, and prevents both sagging and drooping of the muscles under the skin,” says Dr. Perricone. What a superfood!2. Blueberries
We’re always telling you about the benefits of blueberries (they improve memory, keep your skin youthful, and are one of the best sources of antioxidants), but did you know that they can prevent your brain from aging too? “Blueberries contain important phytochemicals that have been found to prevent the loss of dopamine cells, which normally occurs with aging,” says Dr. Perricone. “This means that they increase brain energy production and maintain youthful brain function.”3. Cinnamon
As well as smelling delicious (try some sprinkled on hot cocoa!), cinnamon fights infections, prevents wrinkle formation, and blocks age-accelerating diseases, some of which can cause memory loss. But that’s not all. “Cinnamon’s strong and fragrant aroma boosts cognitive processing in the brain, improving memory and attention span,” says Dr. Perricone.4. Salmon
Salmon is a great source of healthy fats such as omega-3 fatty acids, which new studies show is essential for learning and a healthy memory. “Wild salmon and other cold-water fish—sardines, herring, trout, anchovies—contain omega-3, which is critical to the brain and nervous system,” says Dr. Perricone. “They also improve your mood, increase sense of well-being, fight depression, give you glowing radiant skin, and improve memory and brainpower.”5. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
We’ve already told you about the importance of oils for your skin and body, but they’re also important for a healthy brain. “Fats function as carriers for fat-soluble vitamins including vitamins A, D, E, and K and are also crucial to brain health,” says Dr. Perricone. “Choose organic extra virgin first pressing olive oil and enjoy its anti-inflammatory, blood-sugar-stabilizing, brain-boosting benefits.”Is Your Hair pH Balanced?
Whether acidic lemon or alkaline soap, everything on Mother Earth can be measured on the pH scale. The latest craze in science and beauty focuses on the molecular health of your hair. Brands are beginning to formulate hair care products designed to keep your pH levels in equilibrium, but does this scientifically based concept have any visible effect on your locks?
What is pH?
The pH range is a scientific system designed to measure the acidity or alkalinity in a substance from zero to 14. If something is too acidic (less than seven on the scale), it doesn’t attract enough hydrogen. Conversely, alkaline substances (seven to 14 on the scale) attract too much hydrogen. Water is considered pH neutral at seven.How does pH influence human hair?
“Chemically, our hair and skin are naturally more acidic between 4.5 and 5.5 on the pH scale,” says Sojourn hair care director of chemistry Rob Guimond. Sojourn’s brand is based on the science of pH and formulates its products to mimic the same acidity of human hair. “Hair products with alkaline pH levels open the hair cuticle, making your strands susceptible to major color loss and damage,” says Rob. Even water, which is pH neutral at seven, opens the hair cuticle. “Many companies use the term pH-balanced to market their products, but this could mean a pH level of anything,” warns Rob. “We formulated every product in our line to mimic the chemical composition of hair.”Does PH hair care make a difference?
While the scientific claims in this concept make sense, hair expert Elizabeth Cunnane Phillips isn’t so sure they have enough of an impact to make a difference. As a trichologist at the legendary Philip Kingsley Clinic in New York City, she sees patients with complex hair conditions daily. “I honestly haven’t seen the pH issue affect any of my patients dramatically,” says Elizabeth. “It’s still a marketing angle at this point, but that doesn’t mean there’s not validity to the topic. It’s an interesting concept that can only have a positive effect on all hair types.”Under the Weather Beauty Advice
Getting sick is almost inevitable this time of the year. While you should always prioritize inner health over external beauty, it’s not fun to apply makeup on dark, discolored eyes, chapped and inflamed skin, and a runny nose. Celebrity makeup artist and health expert Jeffrey Paul shares his tips on how to get your body and beauty back in order, even when you’re feeling under the weather.
For dark, discolored eyes...
Internally: Your body retains water when you’re sick in an effort to heal itself. Unfortunately, this retention forms puffy, dark skin around the eyes. “Your body feels like it’s in a draught—it needs more water and minerals,” says Jeffrey. He recommends taking a bath with Epsom minerals because the salt acts as a humectant for the body. Lukewarm chamomile and black tea bags pressed over the eyes can help calm and eliminate dark circles.Externally: Apply a moisturizing full-coverage concealer underneath the eyes to camouflage and brighten circles. “I'll color correct before applying concealer if there’s strong discoloration, but a full-coverage formulation usually does the trick,” says Jeffrey.
For chapped skin...
Internally: Rough, dehydrated skin is a nightmare to deal with. To increase circulation and bring moisture back to skin, place two drops of peppermint or eucalyptus oil in a warm bath. The steamy vapors will hydrate.Externally: It seems like every kind of makeup cakes on chapped skin, so you have to adjust the way you take care of your complexion. For a pre-makeup moisture surge, apply soothing calendula lotion to clean skin. If your regular foundation still looks dry over the lotion, mix a drop or two of facial oil into the foundation before applying it to your skin.
For inflamed cheeks...
Internally: When your face feels and looks as if it’s in flames, diet can help reduce inflammation. “While your body needs warming foods like hot soup when you’re sick, your skin also needs cooling vegetables to bring down the fire,” says Jeffrey.Externally: Once a week, mix two or three uncoated aspirin tablets with enough water to form a paste and apply topically to combat inflammation. To cover the red, apply mineral makeup over moisturized skin. “Let your skin fully absorb any creams before you apply the makeup, otherwise the minerals will make a paste on your face,” advises Jeffrey.
For a flaky, runny nose...
Internally: Perhaps the most annoying by-product of the common cold, a flaky, runny nose feels as yucky as it looks. To clear your nasal passages, calm the area down, and add moisture, Jeffrey recommends using a saline spray every day. To slough off pesky flakes on the outer rim of your nose, gently exfoliate with sugar, then slather on a concentrated balm in and around the nose. “It’s important not to exfoliate this area too much. You can do more harm than good,” warns Jeffrey.Externally: Since cream-based face products tend to slip and slide off with the first swipe of tissue, layer a powder foundation over a thick face balm for coverage and durability.
Monday, November 28, 2011
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
The Islamic New Year (Arabic: رأس السنة الهجرية Ras as-Sanah al-Hijriyah) is the day that marks the beginning of a new Islamic calendar year, and is the day on which the year count is incremented. The first day of the year is observed on the first day of Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar.
Date with respect to Gregorian calendar
Since the Islamic year is 11 to 12 days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Islamic new year does not come on the same day of the Gregorian calendar every year. While some Islamic organizations prefer determining the new month (and hence the new year) dates by local sighting of the moon, most Islamic institutions and countries, including Saudi Arabia, follow astronomical calculations to determine future dates of the Islamic calendar. The following dates on the Gregorian calendar correspond to the Islamic new year:
Date with respect to Gregorian calendar
Since the Islamic year is 11 to 12 days shorter than the Gregorian year, the Islamic new year does not come on the same day of the Gregorian calendar every year. While some Islamic organizations prefer determining the new month (and hence the new year) dates by local sighting of the moon, most Islamic institutions and countries, including Saudi Arabia, follow astronomical calculations to determine future dates of the Islamic calendar. The following dates on the Gregorian calendar correspond to the Islamic new year:
| Islamic Year | Gregorian Date |
|---|---|
| 1426 AH | 10 February 2005 |
| 1427 AH | 31 January 2006 |
| 1428 AH | 20 January 2007 |
| 1429 AH | 10 January 2008 |
| 1430 AH | 29 December 2008 |
| 1431 AH | 18 December 2009 |
| 1432 AH | 7 December 2010 |
| 1433 AH | 26 November 2011 |
| 1434 AH | 14 November 2012 |
| 1435 AH | 3 November 2013 |
Happy Birthday Willis Carrier
Willis Haviland Carrier (November 26, 1876 – October 7, 1950) was an American engineer and inventor, and is known as the man who invented modern air conditioning.
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Happy Birthday Maria Feodorovna
Maria Feodorovna (26 November 1847 – 13 October 1928), born Princess Dagmar of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg and later Princess Dagmar of Denmark, was Empress consort of Russia as spouse of Emperor Alexander III. She was the second daughter of King Christian IX of Denmark and Louise of Hesse-Cassel. Among her children was the last Russian monarch, Emperor Nicholas II, whom she outlived by ten years.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Happy Birthday Joe DiMaggio RIP
DiMaggio was a three-time MVP winner and 13-time All-Star (the only player to be selected for the All-Star Game in every season he played). In his thirteen year career the Yankees won ten American League pennants and nine World Series championships.
At the time of his retirement, he had the fifth-most career home runs (361) and sixth-highest slugging percentage (.579) in history. A 1969 poll conducted to coincide with the centennial of professional baseball voted him the sport's greatest living player.
Joe DiMaggio was the middle of three brothers who each became major league center fielders, the others being Vince and Dom.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Best Nail Polish Brushes
We all like to achieve the perfect manicure, and the right tools can help you do it. Having a polish with an easy-to-use brush is just as important as applying a base coat and topcoat, using cuticle oil, and filing your nails in one direction. Luckily, many brands are stepping up to the plate, combining thicker, angled brushes (which make polish easier to apply and give you a cleaner look) with beautiful shades. Here are Top 3.
1 Sally Hansen Salon Manicure Nail Polish
These brushes are ideal for wider nail beds. They're flat, thick, and angled so you get an even line at the cuticle. The polish formula is also quite dense, so you don’t need too much on the brush when you apply it.2 CND Colour
This brush is quite long but flat and wide, so you get even, lengthy strokes of polish. Combine that with a formula that doesn’t leave streaks and requires only two layers for the perfect amount of polish and you have a winner.3 Dior Vernis
The brush in these pretty bottles is the best of both worlds. It's small, so you have lots of control, but it’s also pointed at the tip and flat rather than round, so you get even coverage. Not to mention, the shades are gorgeous.Celebrity Trend: The Undone Updo
Stars are letting loose and giving effortless updos a whole new meaning this season. Undone, intentionally messy effects are replacing the classic half-up styles on the red carpet. The look is flirty and fresh yet still formal enough for a high-glamour fete. Check out celebrities' takes on the trend.
GWEN STEFANI
Gwen gives her topknot extra edge by purposely leaving tendrils out of her bun. The spiky effect complements her fashion-forward wardrobe and power pout.
MOLLY SIMS
Opting for the classic undone updo, Molly allows large face-framing pieces to hang loose in the front. The effect resembles a faux bob-like style.
OLIVIA WILDE
Olivia sports a messy twisted style in the back, but keeps the front simple with only a few thin tendrils hanging around her ears. The looped updo is effortlessly chic and unique.
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