Makeup Tips

For a burn

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For a burn, keep an aloe vera plant around. They take almost no care (just a little water every now and again) and multiply easily. As soon as possible after the burn occurs, break off a leaf of the plant and rub the sap juice of the plant over the burn. Apply again for a day after washing or just to keep it moist. This will not only prevent the blistering, but also keeps the skin from drying out and leaving that ugly brown blotch that usually results from a bad burn.

Grow an Aloe plant in your house.

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Grow an Aloe plant in your house. Place a rusty nail in the plant's soil to keep it healty. Before you go camping, cut a leaf from the plant and store in a zip lock bag in case of burns. If you receive a burn, spread the sap over the burn for several minutes keeping it moist. The pain will be reduced and healing can begin.

Tips for Burns

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If you burn your tongue with hot coffee, sprinkle a little sugar on the spot to stop the pain.

Removing Unwanted Body Hair Permanently & Safely

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Both males and females have unwanted hairs in their body. Everybody wishes to be fresh and energetic. It can be done in a many number of ways according the level of hairs in the body. It is found that around 80% of the women and around 50% of the men are going for hair removal in some form or the other. Facial hair removal is more popular among men and women.

Hair removal in the hands, legs, arms, underarms, bikini area, face, and eyebrows are commonly practiced these days. Sports persons go for hair removal since it will cut down the wind resistance and improve their competitive speeds. There is a report saying that hair removal salons are getting more and more men customers for removing hair.

Different devices are used for hair removal in different parts of the body. Waxing, sugaring, and electrolysis are the most preferred methods for permanent body hair removal. Laser treatments are also used for permanent body hair removal. Waxing is a method of hair removal in which wax is applied over the hairs and then a cotton strip is rubbed on the wax in the direction of the hair growth.

Waxing and sugaring are done for male body hair removal. Waxing removes the hairs from the roots and hence the regrowth of hairs in the removed area takes between 6 to 8 weeks. After hair removal through waxing even if the hair grows it is thinner and is sparser in the area. There are not many hairs in that area. Upon further hair removal the hair may go off permanently. Usage of a hair growth inhibitor after male body hair removal through waxing is usually done to reduce the growth of hairs in that area.

Then the cotton strip is removed in the opposite direction of the hair growth for permanent body hair removal. Sugaring is also a method that is used for hair removal permanently. The difference is the sugar paste instead of wax for removal. Whether a person is using waxing or sugaring he is advised to use a hair growth inhibitor after the removal of hairs to prevent hair growth or to slow down the growth of hairs.

Most of the sports persons who are involved in the sports like swimming and cycling opt for permanent body hair removal, since permanent body hair removal would improve their speeds by reducing the air friction. There are many devices that are used for permanent body hair removal. Each device comes with its own functionality and ease of use with a price tag that is affordable.

Electrolysis and Laser treatments remove the hairs permanently from the skin. In these methods the hair follicle is destroyed so that the hair does not grow again. Electrolysis method uses needles to supply electric current to the hair follicles. This electric current creates some chemical changes or generates heat to destroy the hair follicles. In Laser treatment the laser beams are directed towards the hair follicles to destroy it. Laser treatments are costly when compared to other methods of hair removal.

Body Sugaring

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Here's a recipe a friend gave me for that new aussie nads product you can make this at home for a lot cheaper.

Nads costs 30 bucks which is a lot of money for simple ingredients. I looked at nads.com to look at their ingredients. They were all natural so those ingredients are very cheap.

This process is called sugaring. Due to a bit of research I found out this isn't exactly a new found invention. This has been actually used in India for many years as well as stringing which is another story. This is a bit painful no matter how much the commercial makes it look so watch out if you hate pain. But after awhile, it will make your hair growth less thick and less frequent. If you hold your skin taut and rip it out quick, it is less painful.

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
Half a lemon for the juice
1/4 cup honey
A little bit of Molasses if you have any like a drizzle
Cornstarch (to powder with for tautness making it more effective)
Something to spread the mixture with like a tongue depressor, popsicle stick, cheese spreader or spatula.
Cotton fabric (any old thing you can find or buy some strips at a store)

Mix lemon, sugar, and honey in a bowl. Microwave on high for about 2-3 minutes, until it bubbles into a smooth consistency. I find this a lot simpler then turning on the stove, but it would be safer if you watched over the heat on the stove. If you use the stove use LOW heat. Now move away from the mixture and go do something while it cools a little down so you can touch it safely. A little bit warmer though is better though to use. Microwave it for 20 seconds if you find the need to. The NADS commercial said re heating isn’t necessary, but it’s no big deal doing so and I find it is necessary as all sugaring products do need just a little heating.

Make sure your legs or where ever you wish to place it is clean and dry. Then dust area with cornstarch so it’s more effective as it draws out oil. Spread a thin layer on your leg. Cover with a strip of fabric, and rubbing the strip the opposite way of hair growth, about 3 times.

Grab the fabric end and pull it off very quickly against the direction of the hair growth or the other way if you wish. It will hurt, but after awhile it’s a lot less painful. I’m sure you’re strong enough to withstand pain. Reheat the mix if it gets too hard to spread. This stores for a long time. I just use a vitamin E face cream container that’s plastic since that’s fairly big which costs only a buck at the dollar store. Just make sure it's clean and oil free. You could also use a glass jar as well.

Bleaching Body Hair

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Ingredients:

Soap flakes
1/2 cup peroxide
2 teaspoons ammonia
Directions:

Mix ingredients together until its a paste, spread on hair and let sit for 15 minutes then wash out. Repeat every few days until hair has no color. Do this on a monthly basis.

Warning: Do Not Use On Eyebrows Or Eyelashes!

Finding A Hair Loss Solution

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As a female, if you are facing thinning and losing hair, you are probably pretty stressed by it. However, you will not be worrying and causing more hair to drop once you understand some facts about female hair loss. You see, in many cases, female hair loss is just a temporary occurrence and hence, finding a hair loss solution to it is
relatively easy.

Androgenetic alopecia is the hereditary form of baldness that affects 50 percent of men, and some women after 40. Female hair loss usually starts after menopause although it can begin earlier. The main reason for this is that estrogen levels decline. Hormonal changes cause hair to thin.

It is comforting to note that other than androgenetic alopecia,the most common cause of hair loss in women, is a result of metabolic and hormonal changes. Thus, the hair loss is usually temporary. Also, unlike men, women rarely become totally bald. However, what females generally experience is the thinning of their hair.

For example, in the case of pregnancy, hair loss is temporary and should stop about 6 months after birth. When a woman is pregnant, a large amount of oestrogen is produced causing the hair follicles to go into their growth phase.

Once the baby is born, the woman’s hormonal balance is restored. The reverse now happens with the hair follicles going into a hair loss phase.

While nothing much can be done to prevent hair loss during this period, applying hair tonic to hasten hair re-growth can be a helpful solution.

Crash diets leading to rapid weight loss over a short period of time prompts excessive hair loss.

Physical and emotional stress can cause hair loss but this usually only occurs after a prolonged period of time and in extreme cases. Once stress levels are restored to normal levels, hair loss should stop. Thus, a good hair loss solution is to find ways to reduce stress!

Certain drugs can also cause hair to shed. The most common medical treatment that causes hair loss is chemotherapy. The drug medication attacks the hair cells, causing hair loss from the scalp. Certain prescription drugs (for thyroid hormone deficiency, diabetes and lupus) and dieting supplements are also causes of hair loss. Once these drug medications are stopped, the hair loss problem should disappear.

Other stresses to the hair may include frequent dyeing and chemicals eg. perming solutions applied to the hair. Generally, healthy hair can undergo these treatments without showing signs of stress, if they are not done too often. But if hair is not allowed a chance to recover from the constant application of hair chemicals, then it becomes brittle and starts to break off. Hair loss treatment products to help strengthen the follicles should help when applied to the scalp.

Once you understand what is happening to your hair, then seek out the right hair loss solution. In most cases, if the cause is temporary, then you can be assured that your problem will pass with the right remedy actions. However, for the more serious cases, do seek the professional help of a licensed dermatologist for a complete diagnosis and treatment plan.

Natural Hair Loss Remedies

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There is again no sure-fire way to prevent all hair loss; however, there are some methods that have been used that work on some people.

Massage and aromatherapy have been used with some success. In minor cases of temporary hair loss, hair growth can be stimulated by massage, since blood and oxygen flow to the scalp must be healthy in order for hair to grow.

A blend of six drops each of lavender and bay essential oils in a base of four ounces of either almond, soybean or sesame oil massaged into the scalp and allowed to sit for 20 minutes has been used by aromatherapists to stimulate the scalp.

Once the mixture is in the scalp for 20 minutes, wash your hair and scalp with your normal shampoo mixed with three drops of bay essential oil. Massaging the scalp in general for a couple of minutes a day can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles and in mild cases stimulate some hair growth.

Studies have shown Saw Palmetto extract is an effective anti-androgen and therefore there is promise for its effectiveness as an effective treatment for hair loss prevention. Women who take Saw Palmetto should cease doing so when taking oral contraceptives or hormone therapy.

Nettles are rich in vitamins A and C, several key minerals and lipids that can be beneficial to the hair. Nettle Root Extract has been used successfully in Europe as an inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase in treating BPH. As mentioned earlier, 5-alpha reductase is a key component in turning testosterone into DHT, the substance that causes the atrophy of hair follicles. Therefore there is great promise in its use as a component in natural hair loss treatments. Nettle Root Extract is available at health food stores over the counter, and has few side effects.

Rosemary and sage are two herbs that have shown benefit traditionally when used externally. It is suggested that to promote a clean scalp, stimulation of the hair root, and thickening hair one should boil together in water --rosemary, sage, peach leaf, nettle and burdock. Then strain the loose herbs from the liquid and use the liquid to wash the hair daily.

Aloe Vera has been used by Native Americans, Indians and many in the Caribbean to promote healthy hair and prevent hair loss. Aloe’s positive effects on the skin are well known, and likewise it can help the scalp by healing it and balancing the pH level of the scalp while cleansing the pores. A common preparation of Aloe Vera gel with a small amount of wheat germ oil and coconut milk is used as a shampoo and has traditionally shown great benefit.

Of course, if you do not want to go through the trouble of concocting your own formulas, similar products, or products containing these ingredients, may be found in the health food store if one does some searching.

Body Hair, Growth Trends and Baldness

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More widespread than was once believed, it is estimated that over 25 million American women suffer the effects of female hair loss and the emotional distress it causes. For many individuals, hair loss is not just a rather mysterious biochemical process, but an integral part of a positive self image.

The most common causes of hair loss in women are not related to inherited genes, but to temporary metabolic problems associated with pregnancy, unusual stress, chemotherapy, crash diets/anorexia, thyroid hormone deficiency, major surgery, severe infection or high fever. Certain drugs can also take their toll on once lush and healthy tresses. However, these conditions are usually temporary, and once the “trauma” is alleviated, the hair shedding stops and healthy regrowth occurs with time.

“Female pattern” hair loss is another matter. Unlike men, women rarely become “bald” in the true sense, but many experience significant overall thinning and a reduction in hair shaft diameter, particularly around the forehead and crown of the scalp as they age. Most often, this pattern begins to develop at around age 40 or with the onset of menopause. In fact, before menopause about 13 percent of women experience hair thinning. After menopause, reporting of the problem from women increases to about 37 percent.

Estrogen levels decline in the skin with age. Before menopause, various forms of estrogen block or “oppose” the steroid hormone responsible for hair loss (testosterone) resulting in low levels of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) being produced in the skin and follicle region. Once females enter menopause, their levels of estrogen decline and more testosterone is then bio-available to be converted to DHT (the known cause of non-traumatic hair loss) in the root bulb and stem cell regions. This results in a shorter hair growth cycle, finer hair and eventually, general effluvium or shedding. As women enter their 80s and 90s, the follicle itself can shrink and stop producing hair completely.

The reason that women experience hair loss during and after menopause is that their estrogen levels decline. Various forms of estrogen can "oppose" androgens and thereby reduce their availability to the cell, by blocking androgen receptors.

Finasteride blocks circulating androgen, but there is also androgen made in the skin. This androgen is normally blocked, in part, by estrogens made in the skin.

Without the opposing estrogen in the skin of women, which declines dramatically at onset of menopause, more androgen remains bio-available to the the follicle root bulb and stem cell regions and is converted to DHT locally.

A new, natural approach has been developed by Xenna Corporation, which manufactures a localized DHT blocker in topical form marketed under the trade name 183™ Topical Solution. 183™ TS is designed to counteract the gradual increase in DHT production in the follicle caused by the loss of estrogen. By preventing the metabolism of DHT in the scalp through temporarily lowering the pH in the follicle region, enzymes used by testosterone to produce DHT are shut down. At a lower pH, the activity of these enzymes (5 alpha reductase types 1 and 2) is stopped for five or six hours. According to the manufacturer, if 183™ TS is applied at least three times a day, it is believed DHT levels are lowered sufficiently to allow the root bulb and stem cells to return to pre-menopausal productivity rates. This results in the observed cessation of shedding and thicker, healthier hair throughout the forehead and crown regions within two to four months.

Herbs For Healthy Hair

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1. Sage: Excellent for weak hair.
2. Rosemary: Enhances dark hair
3. Chamomile: Promotes healthy hair growth.
4. Catnip: Promotes hair growth.
5. Burdock Root: Promotes hair growth and reduces hair from falling out

Hair Loss

Hair is a growth consisting of dead skin cells that are filled with a protein called keratin. (which is the main ingredient in your fingernails.) Each hair is encased and nourished by a follicle buried under the skin.

Loss or absence of hair, also known as alopecia is a hereditary and unavoidable condition. In some men it can be a side effect of medication, a dietary deficiency or hormonal imbalance.

You can help reduce the effects of hair loss from stress, trauma, shock or illness by increasing your intake of vitamin C found in fresh fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruit and juices, parsley, broccoli, green peppers and black currants.

Take a vitamin B complex everyday or brewers yeast. Increase your intake of protein found in meat, fish, liver, wheat germ, dried cooked beans and peas, tofu, cheese, milk and eggs.

The Chinese believe that hair is nourished by the blood, and therefore influenced by the kidney & liver. Treatment is aimed at these organs using fleeceflower root, wolfberry fruit or mulberry fruit. Here are some great shampoos you may want to make:

HERBAL SHAMPOO - great for dandruff

4 tablespoons dried thyme boiled for 10 minutes in 2 cups of water. Strain and let cool before massaging onto clean damp hair. Leave on for 1 hour then rinse in warm water.

Second recipe:

2 egg yolks beaten in a half cup of water, massage onto hair and scalp for 5 minutes. Rinse well with water and then rinse with a mixture of 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and water.

Olive Oil, A Great Solution For Hair And Skin Care

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Olive oil has been widely used in your salads as well as many other things. It is one of healthiest components to make your food taste better. This oil comes directly from the Mediterranean Region and it has become so famous that it has been used in all the continents.

It is a favorite among all the health conscious people. Due to the immense number of benefits, it has been ranked among the top nutrition provider. It has been widely used in soaps making it mild and very skin friendly. It also helps to moisturize your body by the use of this oil in the soap.

Home Made Recipes

* If you want to have smooth and fine nails olive oil is the best solution. Dowse your nails in a cup of olive oil for 30 minutes and find the best results.

* Apply Olive oil liberally on your hands. To avoid spreading it elsewhere wear cotton gloves. This method helps you to get a smoother and softer skin.

* Olive oil is the best solution for chapped lips. It does wonders to your lips.

* To have beautiful, lustrous, shiny, silky and dandruff free hair, olive oil is the best bet. You can apply good amount of oil on your hair and cover it with a shower cap for 30 minutes, later shampoo it.

* It is great moisturizing solution which makes your skin softer and smoother.

* To make yourself an interesting bathing solution you can add 3-4 tbsp of olive oil with a few drops of essential oil.

* You can make an excellent night cream by using 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup vinegar and 1/4 cup water. This helps to lighten your skin, kill bacteria and makes your skin smooth and clear.

* It can work as a cleansing cream if you have dry skin. Apply olive oil and then scrub with good amount of sugar. Later, wipe the sugar off your face with wet and warm cloth. One of the easiest ways to get facial done.

* Soften your feet by applying olive oil on your feet.

* Mix in bowl 1 egg, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp olive oil and few drops of rose water. Use this as a mask for dry skin. Once applied keep it for sometime, later rinse it off with warm water. Dab it dry.

* Make a paste by mixing some mashed apricots and warm olive oil. Apply this paste all over your face and leave it for 10 minutes. Wash it off with water.

Beauty Basics - Eight Tips For Naturally Beautiful Hair

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Looking for a more natural approach to hair care? Here are some tips to help your hair look and feel its best.

1. Avoid shampoos that contain sodium laurel sulfate, or sodium laureth sulfate. These chemicals are synthetic detergents that are used in dishwashing liquid and other cleansers. They are valued because they lather well, but they are very harsh, and can dry out your hair. Instead, look for shampoos made with decyl glucose, or decyl glucoside, which are much gentler.

2. Give yourself a hot oil treatment to deep condition your hair. Warm oil penetrates the hair shaft making the hair more flexible and giving it shine. This can also help to prevent split ends which result from dry hair.

3. Eat right and consider taking vitamin and mineral supplements to encourage healthy hair. Several vitamins and minerals have been shown to help hair growth and condition including biotin, vitamin E, vitamin B, vitamin C and MSM.

4. If you are an African American, or if you have extra curly hair, avoid brushing your hair. Use a wide toothed comb, or your fingers to work with your hair. Brushes can destroy African American or extra curly hair by shearing it out of the scalp.

5. Look for essential oils, herbs and vegetable oils in your hair care products. Essential oils such as rosemary, ylang-ylang and west Indian bay help to stimulate hair growth. Lavender and tea tree are naturally antiseptic and help to fight dandruff. Vegetable oils such as soybean oil, safflower oil and corn oil are moisturizing and conditioning to the hair shaft.

6. Avoid sleeping in hair accessories such as barrettes, scrunchies, head bands, etc. This can lead to hair damage.

7. Massage your scalp to help stimulate hair growth. Massaging helps stimulate hair growth by increasing the blood flow to the scalp. This nourishes the hair roots and helps to stimulate the hair growth process.

8. If your hair ends are damaged, give yourself a trim every so often to remove damage

Your Crowning Glory

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Summertime can have a nasty habit of making us sit and notice. We suddenly have a new self awareness. Wintertime can have a definite adverse affect on both your hair and skin. This is aggravated by an over indulgence of rich nurturing foods, caffeine and alcohol. It sometimes takes spring creeping over the windowsill to give you that extra wake up call, and a new self awareness.

It is during this time that your old summer wardrobes may look sad, due to extra poundage gained over the hibernation season. Skin may appear dry, and your hair can appear to seem limp and lifeless and in extreme cases hair loss may be apparent.

Hair loss in women is becoming more prominent, and this has persuaded doctors to take a closer look at the problem. It has been proven that poor diet can play a big part in promoting hair loss, especially in women, whom already have to contend with hormone in balances, which also contribute to hair loss.

What causes hair loss in women.

DHT
95% of hair loss in women is cause by androgentic Alopecia ( female pattern baldness). This may be inherited from your parents. What causes the hair loss in this condition is a chemical called DHT (dihydrotestosterone), which is hormone that all men and women produce) .

People that make more DHT have a lot of the enzyme called 5_alpha reductase. An excess of DHT may cause hair follicles to the hair become increasingly thinner, until the follicle will eventually stop producing hair at all. The baldness will be predominantly over the front and sides of the head and not in the crown area as with men. This will get worse with menopause.

A women’s biochemistry if often out of balance, and this along with poor diet can create a toxic environment and unacceptable amounts of copper and salt in the system.

Oily Hair
As hair thins the sebaceous gland that secreted sebum the hairs natural oil, will stay the same size and continue to produce the same amount of oil. This can make thinning hair overly oily, flat and lifeless. This makes frequent shampooing vital for hair loss cases with oily scalps. Sebum also contains DHT which can clog pores and deter healthy hair growth.

Hormones
Hormonal changes are a common cause of female hair loss. After a pregnancy, or when taking birth control pills, many women experience hair thinning to varying degrees, but only on a temporary basis. While a woman is pregnant, and hormonal changes are occurring, more hair follicles enter the growth phase than normal. About two to three months after childbirth, the normal hair cycle returns and many hairs re-enter the resting phase, which causes excessive shedding to occur. If the condition does not change after six months, a woman may be experiencing hereditary hair thinning or maybe be lacking in certain nutrients to an unbalanced diet.

Unbalanced Diet
What you eat is reflected in the health of your hair. Your hair as well as your body needs a balanced, nutritious diet to stay healthy. Making a conscious decision to eat an abundance of fruits and vegetables that are loaded with vitamins and anti oxidants is essential. Whist, whole grains, nuts and seeds will provide minerals and vitamins. A lean protein will add sufficient iron to the diet and a fortified cereal breakfast will complete the nutritional pyramid. Of course drinking plenty of purified water will give your hair maximum hydration. Eating organic, will help deter the body from becoming toxic, especially from copper, and steering clear of processed foods will prevent a high sodium intake.

Salt and Copper wreak havoc
Unhealthy tissue concentrations of copper, can cause hair loss. These amounts would be below 1.7milligrams or above 3.5 milligrams. Copper toxicity can vary from person to person, and can depend on the individuals metabolism and diet. Vegetarians for example are not always able to retain copper, which means they are more susceptible to hair loss.

How does copper get into our system
Drinking water that comes from old copper pipes is prime. Also the food that we eat. For instance copper can be included in animals diets which in turn is then passed on in our daily regime. It is also not uncommon for farmers to incorporate copper into their anti-fungal and algae sprays. Birth control such as the pill and IUD both use copper, making women more susceptible to copper imbalances. Swimmers are also at risk due to a popular algaecide used in pool water.

Salt Savvy
It is common knowledge that too much sodium or salt is not good for us, but even if we are salt savvy and do what’s best by avoiding salt our bodies can still produce too much sodium due to too much stress, which will naturally increase sodium retention.

What to advise!
If you have a client suffering with hair loss, it might be a good idea to mention the above and advise the following:

Drink Bottled Water
Avoid foods high in copper, such as milk, chocolate, oysters, nuts, high fat meats and salmon. Avoid salt and eat a low sodium diet ( steering clear of processed foods is a good idea as they tend to be high in sodium.)

Try to stay stress free. If a stressful lifestyle is on the agenda, then relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation will help to reduce sodium levels.

Other causes of excessive hair loss.
You should normally shed on average between 80-100 hairs each day, however any more than this and you might want to re-think your diet or lifestyle. Chemical treatments done incorrectly, or excessive pulling on the hair due to over tight ponytails or braids, are also likely to cause hair loss. If you follow a healthy lifestyle or do not fall into any of these categories and you are still experiencing hair loss, you may want to consult with your doctor or trichologist. As a more serious health problem may be the cause!

Hair Care Home Remedies

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Save money and give yourself a break from the chemicals found in most hair care products by using the following natural home remedies for your hair.

Tame your frizzy hair by rubbing coconut oil into your hands and applying sparingly onto your hair. You don't want to overdo it - too much will make your hair look greasy. Shampooing your hair less frequently also helps with the frizzies. Excess shampooing strips natural oils from the hair.

Rinse your hair with baking soda to get rid of shampoo build-up and styling residues. Rinsing your hair with lemon juice is said to bring life and shine back to dull hair. Apple cider vinegar mixed with water will give your hair shine and bounce.

Add essential oil of ylang ylang to your shampoo, conditioner and styling agents as a hair rejuvenator. Ylang ylang and rosemary essential oils are also believed to stimulate hair growth.

Drinking plenty of water and eating plenty of raw fruits and vegetables is probably the best way to achieving healthy hair. What goes into your body is reflective on the outside including your hair.

Healthy Hair Secrets

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Ever wondered why some people have luscious hair that is shiny and never looks out of place, and why you don't? A healthy hair makeover is surprisingly not too hard to achieve. All you need to do is learn a few healthy hair secrets and try a little home maintenance.

Great Hair Starts With a Good Cut
A professional haircut will ensure that your hair is free from damaged and spit ends and will make your hair look healthy. Seeing a professional will also give you the opportunity to get the right cut for your hair type and texture. Follow up visits which include regular trims will also guarantee that your hair will look and feel its best.

Healthy Hair Is Hydrated Hair
Drink plenty of water. Water not only hydrates your skin and body, it also hydrates your hair.

Product Overload
Don't use too many products. Product overload will weigh your hair down and make it look tired and greasy. Remember this rule: One product to style and one product to finish with.

Heat Styler Hazard
If you use a heat styler such as a hair-dryer, straightener or curling iron, then make sure to apply a heat protection product first. Heated stylers can zap your hair of moisture and leave your strands frizzy and hard to manage.

Sleeping Beauty
When you are sleeping your body is working its hardest to repair damage, including any hair damage, so plenty of sleep is a must. To further help your hair achieve its healthy best, try sleeping on a satin pillowcase. This will stop your hair from rubbing as you sleep and will control fly-aways.

Moisture Madness
Try an intensive conditioner once a week to keep your locks moisturized and to keep your hair soft. To get the best from your deep treatment, apply it to your hair then cover with plastic wrap or a plastic shower cap and leave for ten minutes before rinsing out. This will add heat and allow the treatment to penetrate. For a deeper condition, wrap a warm towel over the plastic wrap.

Product Placement
Choose the right products for your hair. If you've styled with the right products for your hair type and washed with the right shampoo then your hair should be naturally shiny and manageable. If it's not, see your stylist and get an expert opinion on what will work best for your hair.

Balanced Eating
Eating a well-balanced diet which is full of healthy proteins and lots of vitamins will keep your hair glowing. Not to mention your skin and your waistline!

Face Shapes To Suit Hairstyles

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When changing to a fabulous new look, believe it or not, it's the shape of your face, along with your hair type and texture, that is the most important factor to consider. Here at TheHairStyler.com, we've come up with an easy to follow guide that will help you determine your face shape and advise you on the best cuts for a fantastic new look.

Face Shape

To determine your face shape, take a tape measure or ruler and record the following:

1. The measurement of your face across the top of your cheekbones.
2. The measurement across your jawline from the widest point to the widest point.
3. The measurement across your forehead at the widest point (generally somewhere halfway between your eyebrows and your hairline).
4. The measurement from the tip of your hairline to the bottom of your chin.

You are now ready to see which one of the seven classic face shapes belongs to you!

Hair Oil - A Need For Anyone And Everyone

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Oiling ones hair is one of the most important things, if we want to take care of our hair. It is very necessary that hair is given proper treatment which would mean a massage with some of the most beneficial oils.

Having the right kind of oil for your hair is very important and so is oiling your hair. Many of us have a hectic schedule due to which, oiling and washing our hair holds the last priority. If you want healthy hair and one which lasts longer - oiling is the best remedy.

There are so many oils in the market which tells you tales about the benefits it provides. Before jumping in the bandwagon with others, check it from which company you are buying the oil. A trusted and known company is very important as there are many duplicates in the market.

Having good hair oil is not enough, eating the right kind of food also helps. Harmful foods such as canned and processed food which do not protect your hair instead damage it, should not be eaten. Fresh coconut is very good for your hair.

For beautiful and strong hair, massage your scalp with hair oil and leave it overnight. You can also use a steamed towel to cover your hair for half an hour for best results. This gives your hair a shiny and lustrous look.

Oiling your hair everyday would be too much to ask for. But do this at least thrice a week for beautiful hair. It does make a lot of difference if you keep doing this regularly as it is bound to show on your hair.

The massaging and oiling of your hair stimulates the blood circulation, which in return helps your hair. Due to the oil your hair is protected from the strong and hot sun rays. The oil also gives your hair that extra shine.

Some of the most popular and very beneficial oils which are being used for beautiful long hair with indefinite good qualities are

Jojoba Oil - can be used for dry hair as it helps to moisturize your hair properly. It helps to soften your hair and can be used to detangle your hair before shampooing.

Olive Oil - strengthens your hair and nourishes it due to inherent qualities it has. It helps to reduce stress and promotes the idea of healthy hair by providing elasticity to your hair.

Coconut Oil - is one of the oil which helps in the lubrication of the hair. The content in coconut oil like magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron happens to provide the best for your hair. It is very useful for damaged hair due to its ability to strengthen it.

Rosemary Herbal Oil - is very useful for the unwanted and flaky dandruff problems. Warm the oil slightly and apply it with the help of your fingers or cotton. Rub it well on the scalp and wrap with a hot towel.

Home Remedies For Shiny Hair

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We all love our hair and would not mind taking that extra step to take care of it. For beautiful, lustrous and shiny hair use these simple home remedies.

• A tea and beer rinse is one of the oldest ways to bring shine to your hair. Boil used tea leaves in enough water, let it cool and then use this liquid as the last rinse.

• In the similar fashion you can use flat beer (i.e. after letting the fizz out). This is a great conditioner to be used for your hair.

• Lemon juice mixed with water can also be used as a last rinse to give your hair a shiny and bouncy look.

• A shiny look is also provided if you use vinegar for your final rinse.

• To bring that shine one can use honey to keep your scalp moisturized. You can make honey lotion for your hair by mixing 3 teaspoons of honey for pint of water.

• The use of henna as a natural conditioner proves to be very beneficial for your hair. It helps to bring back the bounce and flair of your hair which has been lacking for quite a while.

• You can add small amount of baking soda in the shampoo which, removes dirt and grease from your hair to give you the shiny look.

• To remove the dirt and other matter from your hair you can use one fourth cup of apple cider vinegar in one gallon of condensed water. This can be stored in the refrigerator and can be used every two weeks for clean, smooth, silky and shiny hair. The proper way to use this solution is to wet your hair with warm water, shampoo it later rinse it. Pour two cups of this mixture and leave it in your hair for sometime. The last stage is to rinse your hair with cold-water.

• To get that extra shine for your hair brew one cup of strong espresso, let it cool. Pour the espresso over your dry hair and leave it for 20 minutes. Rinse it to get the extra shine and glow.

• You can also make Egg shampoo at home which requires 1 egg, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon castile soap, 1/2 a cup water or herbal tea and last but not the least 5 drops of essential oils of your choice. Blend all these together to make an Egg shampoo which can bring shine to your hair.

• Many of us who want to clean their hair use shampoos. Try this for a change, massage baking soda into your hair and scalp. This absorbs oil and loosens the dead skin on the scalp. Rinse it thoroughly with water. In the initial stages the hair would be dry but after several weeks you would be dandruff free with smooth and shiny hair.

Everyday Ways to Care for your Hair

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Health, strength and beauty of hair depends primarily on its nerve vigor and the good circulation of the oily scalp secretion which gives it gloss and luster. Beauty is not so much a matter of color where hair is concerned. If your hair has a fine glow, a rich sheen, is thick and long, it will be beautiful irrespective of its pigmentation. Hair often makes an otherwise plain person beautiful. And practically every woman, if she cares to make the effort, may have beautiful hair.

SOME HAIR HINTS

If you have the least suspicion of a curl in your hair, brushing around rather than straight will bring it out. Do not worry if you shed your hair. It is natural for the hair to shed — and to keep right on growing in again. Only see to it that the in growth is equal to the loss by shedding.

No young girl should use a rat. Metal combs should be tabooed. Keep the hairbrush you use for dandruff stiff, the "polishing" brush may be softer. Use a hair net that matches your own hair color, and do not get too small a one. Remove snarls and tangles in the hair gently, with fingers, before brushing. The three-weekly or monthly shampoo is a good rule. If you wash your hair too often, it will turn dry and brittle and change color.

The hair should never be worn "done up" constantly. This is injurious because every part of the hair should have frequent air and sun baths. For normal shampoo employ Castile, tar or vegetable soaps, and Green soap for oily hair. A good egg shampoo may be made of an egg, thoroughly beaten, one tablespoon alcohol, four ounces bay rum, a pinch of borax, and four ounces of Castile soap mixed in a pint of hot water, to be used when cool.

Hair that is blonde or ruddy, as well as gray hair, may be washed with Castile soap jelly plus a quarter-teaspoonful of borax. Always comb and brush thoroughly, with finger-tip massage. After shampooing is the best time for scalp massage, hair pulling and skin loosening.

DRY SHAMPOO AND SCALP MASSAGE

The scalp and hair should be cleansed between shampoos. For this purpose the "dry shampoo" is necessary. It is actually a form of scalp massage. Preparations of orris, corn meal and other dry shampoo powders are not recommended. They stick, and it is hard to get them out of the hair. A vigorous rubbing of the scalp after the hair has been parted, using a small piece of muslin over the tip of the finger, is best. Hot and cold applications are good, with or without shampoo, especially if the hair is falling. Remember that the hair should not be "hot-air" dried. The hot-air cone used for the purpose in hairdressing establishments destroys the hair. Human hair should always be dried by hand.

Scalp massage makes the hair grow and prevents many hair troubles. A five-minute finger-tip massage, night and morning, is the one ounce of prevention worth a pound of cure. The electrical massage by a professional (after a shampoo), the violet ray, and the rubber-disk vibrator are all excellent for the hair. They strengthen and stimulate.

HAIR TONICS

Massage is the first and best hair tonic. Though a good scalp lotion may stimulate circulation, massage always does so more directly. In general it will be wise to remember that tonics are meant for specific purposes of cure for hair disorders, rather than for common use. A little refined beef marrow rubbed gently into the hair roots is a good natural tonic (though an old-fashioned one) and together with plenty of fresh air and sunshine, does more for the hair than all the compounded tonics and "restorers" marketed. Every woman can keep her hair in good condition if she chooses to. If she cannot give it attention in the morning she should do so at night.

HAIR TROUBLES

Most hair troubles could be prevented in the start by ordinary good care of the hair, and the maintenance of the state of general good health. Of course, various diseases affect the hair: fever dries it out and makes it fall; syphilis and other sex diseases poison and destroy it. Some skin diseases have the same effect. In general, if you are healthy, broadly speaking, your hair will be healthy too.

Dandruff—What we have to deal with in dandruff is a horny layer cast off by the scalp. This layer thickens, closes the pores, diminishes the hair's oil supply, and prevents the perspiration glands from getting rid of waste. Soon the hair loses tone and color, and is covered with whitish powder. Then it starts to itch and fall. In an advanced state of the disease, the hair falls out, and blood crusts form on the scalp as a result of scratching. Digestive disorders, toxic elements in the blood or local irritation may cause dandruff, and it is communicable.

Daily care of the scalp, massage and brushing, if persisted in when the disorder first appears, are very beneficial. The crude oil massage of the scalp, not the hair, is excellent and often effects a cure. A massage every night, using olive oil, together with repeated shampoos, also helps to do away with dandruff. Although pomades in general should be avoided, a pomade with a precipitated sulphur base, mixed with glycerine, rose-water, lanolin, and soap, or a sulphur ointment or cream kills the dandruff germ.

There is an "oily dandruff," also, though the disease is most commonly a dry scalp one. Shampoo with tincture of Green soap should cure this type of the disease in about a week's time. If you have dandruff, observe a regular diet, and stick as much as possible to milk and fresh fruit.

Falling Hair—An acid condition of the blood encourages the hair to fall. Correct it and you will have removed the cause of your complaint. The use of the violet ray and the vibrator, which hold down the tendency to an oily scalp, is also valuable for hair treatment in this connection. So, too, are hot and cold applications.

HAIR DISEASES WHICH SHOULD NOT OCCUR

Favus, the development of yellow scalp crusts, accompanied by severe itching, bald spots and a musty odor, is a dirt disease, hence inexcusable in a woman, unless as a result of infection. To remove it the scalp must be soaked in olive oil for a few days, carbolic acid being mixed with it in a weak solution, the hair pulled out of the most infected areas, the crusts removed, and the whole scalp shampooed with an antiseptic soap.

Ringworm is usually a gift of those evil things, the "common property" comb and brush, or the patent hair clipper. Rubbing with sulphur ointment, washing with bichloride soap, or painting with iodine, to precede the application of a cleansing ointment, is the treatment. It is dangerous since it may result in baldness.

Head lice (which may be cured by saturating the hair with kerosene or crude petroleum at night, wrapping in a towel to retain fumes, and following by antiseptic soap shampoo) is a most disgusting trouble, and unless communicated cannot occur except as a result of neglect and uncleanliness. The possibility of contagion constitutes the menace of all three of these diseases.

Best Eye Care Tips for You

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Eyes may be tough but they need to be cared for, particularly from exposure to dirt, dust, pollution and smoky atmosphere.

Tips for healthy eyes
Get into the habit of starting the day by splashing your open eyes with cold water, so that they are thoroughly cleaned and stimulated.
Avoid using too much of eye drops, rather it is better to squeeze fresh cucumber juice into your eyes.
Drink 6-8 glasses of water daily.
Your sleep pattern should be composed of at least 7 hrs.
Make sure to remove all traces of eye make up before going to bed for it might cause infection in the roots of eyelashes.
Do rest your eyes at least every 30 minutes when you are reading, sewing, using a computer or the likes, by looking up and focussing at distant objects.
Make sure that your diet contains good sources of Vitamin A, such as cereals, celery, oily fish, egg yolk and liver. If your eyes are itchy, watery or bloodshot you could be lacking in Vitamin B2 which can be found in brewer's yeast, liver and whole grain cereals.
Do make sure that your computer and television screens are sharply focused.
Do not rub or stretch the skin under the eyes-it is very delicate and is easily damaged.
Don't read in poor light; the light should come from behind or above rather than from the front.
Don't look directly at the sun, as you might be tempted to do during an eclipse; even the darkened sun can cause severe and permanent damage. Similarly, avoid staring at any bright or glaring lights.
Don't read for more than two hours at a stretch. Give a rest in between to your eyes for 10 min by putting the palms of your hands over them and shutting out the light.
Do wear sunglasses when in bright sunlight.
While using beauty aids, use only herbal products or hypo-allergic beauty-aids. (Hypo allergic beauty aids are those products whose application doesn't cause any allergy.)
The skin around the eyes and eye-lids is very soft and delicate. Rubbing a little of almond oil, around your eyes before you retire, would keep the skin soft and glowing. The juice of a water-melon is also a very good substitute of almond oil, particularly in summers when you might like to avoid using greasy oil. This juice also takes away the wrinkles around the eyes.
If you are used to having alcohol. slash its consumption to the minimum. Alcohol not only adversely affects your eye-sight but also dries the skin, around your eyes, and leaves dark rings. The same is true for smoking.
Castor oil for beautiful eyebrows and eyelashes
Applying pure castor oil to your eyebrows and lashes, particularly those who have scanty growth will make them grow thick and long.

Moisturizer For Eyes

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Do I Need A Moisturizer For The Eye Area?

Eye area being the most sensitive area of the face needs to be taken care off cautiously. A basic moisturizer will work well as a hydrator for the eye area, but if you want to do a little more (in order to cure dark circles, crow's feet and reduce puffiness), you'll have better results with a moisturizer made specifically for the eyes.

The skin around the eyes is thinner than the skin on the rest of the face so it is very sensitive.

To avoid irritation, eye creams tend to have lower levels of active ingredients. They also contain substances not found in face creams - caffeine to reduce puffiness, vitamin K to minimize dark circles, plus light diffusers and silicone derivatives to plump up crow's feet. Always use the eye moisturizers for the eye area skin.

The Perfect Lash

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The Perfect Lash - Perfect Eyelashes

The eyelashes always been the most prominent looking part on your face. If it is set well, all is set well. The final touch to your eye makeup is the lash. Try to always use an eyelash curler. It will make your eyes look wider, more alert, and more youthful. It's like an instant eye lift. Always curl lashes befor applying mascara.

Tips to get the Perfect Eyelashes
Heat eyelash curler with hair dryer for a few seconds. It will act like a curling iron for the eyes. Curl twice for a rounded curl. Place the open curl near the lash roots and arrange your lashes between the two rims. Squeeze gently for thirty seconds. Squeeze again at mid-lash for another thirty-seconds. It looks very natural.
Lightly powder lashes to give mascara a coat to cling to.
Lightly coat lower lashes.
Give upper lashes a second coat of mascara, concentrating on the tips by stroking the brush horizontally across the lash. Never wait when applying second coat of mascara to lashes. Mascara, especially waterproof mascara, dries quickly and can clump.

How To Create Beautiful Smoky Cat Eyes

2007-11-09T02:38:00.001-08:00

Who do not want to have those Halle Berry's shrewd, sexy, cat eyes by which she had stolen the hearts of many. The cats eye is easy to done with the tips we are going to provide you here. So just pull your socks up for the meany and mighty eyes of people on you just because of this whole new look using cats eyes.

How To Create Beautiful Smoky Cat Eyes

In order to get the beautiful smoky cat eyes, you do not need to be a fully armoured beautician. This sexy look can be as subtle or dramatic as you wish. The tips below will create a more powerful look in black, but to achieve a more understated look simply select light grey, burgundy or dark khakis instead. Remember, a lot depends on your skin tone and hair color, so why not try a few different tones to see which suits you best?

Your tools for powerfully sexy eye makeup:

Eye shadow brush with thin bristles are best to maintain control.
Black eyeliner - The pencil and ensure that it is sharp.
Black eyeliner - The brush, thinner the liquid eyeliner, is the better.
Dark eye shadow. Irridescent rather than flat matt (too hard), or shiny (too messy).
Highlight shimmer for under the eyebrow. Avoid garish looking 'high glitter'.
Black mascara. Obviously choose a quality brand to avoid clumping and 'spider eyes'.
A good eyebrow pencil. Try to select the most natural shade for you as possible.
Eyelash curlers.
Step-by-step instructions for smoky cat eyes:

Here we have laid down the steps to get those smoky cat eyes. Apply your foundation, under eye concealer and powder. Using your black eyeliner pencil, start from the front corner of your eyelid. Draw a soft smudge line to the end of your lash line. Use your eyeshadow brush to apply the dark eye shadow over the top of the smudged line for a soft smoky look. Ensure that the edges are neatly blended. Then take the brush eyeliner and apply as close to your lashes as you can on the top lid only. Make the line as thick and pronounced as you wish, but make sure that the line is thickest at the outer corner, and thinner as you go inward. Apply another smoky coat of eye shadow with the brush to blend the harsh edges. Subtly blend your darker eye shadow up from your lashes to your eye crease. Then apply a shimmery highlight in white or cream under the outside corner of your eyebrow. Use your eyebrow pencil to make your eyebrow curve more pronounced. Curl your eyelashes, then apply thin coats of mascara, building the layers up gradually to avoid clumping.

How To Apply Fake Eyelashes

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How To Apply Fake Eyelashes

The art of applying fake lashes is not too complex to be mastered only by your makeup artist or a professional. You can also master this technique by a little patience and practice. So always try it well in advance before going to a big party. There are different varieties of lashes available inexpensively at the drugstores. So why wait, get the best look with the best eyelashes available.

Tips to learn on how to apply fake eyelashes
Keep a piece of paper handy to hold the lashes, and a magnifying mirror, which makes the job a lot easier.
Using a tweezer, dip the base end of the lashes into the glue, then place the lashes as close to the baseline of your own as you can, filling in wherever you want the greatest impact (generally, the mid to outer lashes look fabulous in false lashes).
Press gently, but firmly with something blunt. Hold the lash in place for about 5 seconds until the glue has a chance to hold.
Let the glue dry, and then apply a dark eyeliner to camouflage the line of the fake lashes and then apply your mascara.
The mascara will help blend your own lashes with the fake ones, and make your eyes look fuller and larger.
To remove, gently pull them off with tweezers.
Following these tips will make you look like what you have desired for long.

How to get fab eyelashes?
Learn to use a lash comb. For some, lash combs are simply too fussy. But, for some makeup artists, they are a great invention and keep lashes perfectly separated. So, how should you use it?
Apply mascara at the lash base. Then wiggle the lash comb through the tips of your lashes, not into the lash comb. Get rid of clumbs by removing excess mascara from the wand. Wipe the wand on a tissue; this eliminates blobs before you start.
Sweep a clean, fresh mascara wand through lashes when they are wet. Don’t worry, you don’t have buy them.

Vela Smooth Cellulite Reduction Treatment

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Vela Smooth is the latest technology in cellulite treatment. It is established by Park Avenue Aesthetics which is located in New york. The Vela Smooth is the first device to be FDA cleared, completely safe, nonsensical, non invasive treatment to reduce cellulite. This treatment includes infrared light and radio frequencies along with mechanical massage and vacuum suction to manipulate fatty tissues and it reduce collagen and improved circulation to the area. This treatment comprised of 16 sessions over eight weeks with each session lasting 45 minutes to an hour. Treatments cost from around $150 to $200 apiece

Vela Smooth is safe and good for all kind of skin and specially gives it's effects on the part of the body like abdomen, thighs, buttocks or upper arms. Advances in ELOS technology make it safest treatment for cellulite. Now it is made much more effective by the recently developed Contour Applicator. The Vela Smooth device gently kneads the affected area and applies pulsating suction to improve local circulation, encouraging lymphatic drainage and removal of fat by-products.

Vela Smooth technology is not a painful treatment at all. This is a technology by which you can reduce your problem without surgery, anesthetic and downtime even after session. Some patient says that it feels like a warm massage and most patients enjoy their sessions.

Treatment of Cellulite

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Many salons offer treatment with electrical muscle stimulation, vibrating machines, inflatable hip-high pressurized boots, "hormone" or "enzyme" injections, heating pads, and massage cellulite is not treatable by hormone therapy. No herbal cream and lotion or strange unguent can remedy the problem of cellulite. A series of treatments can cost hundreds of dollars. There are various treatment to treat the cellulite and they are as follows-

mesotherapy reduces the cellulite on the legs and buttocks, breaking down the orange-peel appearance of skin, and producing a smooth contour.
endermologie is a technique which is useful to treat cellulite and it is beneficial to the one third of the patient by endermologie massage technique
Superficial or Target Cell Liposuction has helped the appearance of cellulite in many cases but may not be safe enough to consider - especially if your surgeon in not highly skilled in this technique.
Cellulite Exercises includes cardiovascular and aerobic exercises to burn the extra calories and fats.
Cellulite Diet include some foods which a patient of cellulite should take are juices, fresh vegetables and fruits, milk etc and there are some foods which should avoid are
Tri-Active Laser Dermology is a form of laser treatment which is useful for fat cells and collagen, smooth skin surface and it increases blood circulation.
Heat and Water Treatments like hydrotherapy, saunas, and steam baths increases the circulation.
liposuction is useful to remove fat and decreases cellulite.
Soft Tissue Augmentation For Dimples & Dents
Body Wraps, hot, specialized spa body wraps including seaweed, these are the latest treatment.
electrical stimulation of muscle cells and application of an electric current to the fat tissue

Synergie Aesthetic Massage System

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Massage is supposed to break down the fibrous bands. In the past few years, various machines have been introduced which massage the areas which are affected by cellulite. These machine use rolling cylinders to gather areas of skin and massage them inside a chamber but this doesn't show it's effectiveness because's it appears to redistribute fat and doesn't clear it permanently. Herbal products using seaweed, horsetail and clematis and ivy are part of the massage therapy for fighting cellulite. There are different form of massages to treat cellulite and they are as follows-

Deep-Tissue Massage- Deep-tissue massage comprised of slow strokes to create microtears in the superficial fascia and it makes tissue longer and smoother. This kind of massage followed by lymphatic drainage and appropriate stretching and which makes superficial fascia more flexible. When deep massage is too strong, it may also damage blood vessels, which defeats the benefits for cellulite reduction. If it is done properly it provides complete relaxation and reduce stiffness.
A Sample Do-It-Yourself Massage- This is massage by yourself only but it should not hard which may break capillaries and bruise yourself. Anybody can massage their body any time but the best time is two hours after eating. The most convenient time for women is after a bath or shower. Massaging areas of cellulite once or twice a day improves blood and lymph circulation and minimizes the appearance of the hard fatty lumps.
High-Tech Massage- This procedure is known as endermologie. It is a deep mechanical massage which combines cylindrical rollers and suction to affect the skin's connective tissue and it stimulate blood flow and lymphatic drainage and eliminate fats from the cells by developing natural systems. The cost of this technique is $300 to $500 a month.

Reducing Cellulite in Buttocks

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Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women. Cellulite mostly found in thigh, buttocks and hips but it may also occur in the arms, abdomen, and upper back as well.

It is mostly occurs to the women because of female hormones. It also occur because of some other factors like hereditary and some time fat cells trapped within the skin's connective tissue. Buttocks comes under the main area where cellulites occur and therefore it causes the problem but it may reduce by solutions available for the cellulite. There are various solutions to treat cellulite in the buttocks and some of them are as follows-

Diet- balanced diet should be maintain. There are some food which should take are food which are nutrition, fruit juice without sugar and there are some food which should not take are fish, egg, oily food and high calorie food etc these can increase the rate cellulite in the body therefore people who have cellulite in their buttocks should maintain balanced diet.
Exercise-There are different kind of exercise such as walking, swimming, jogging and other else are useful for reducing the cellulite in the buttocks.
Cellulite cream and lotions- There are various cellulite cream and lotions in the market which are useful for the cellulite in the buttocks. Daily apply cream or lotion on the buttocks will reduce the cellulite in the buttocks.
Endermologie- endermologie is a form of massage which is approved by FDA. It makes use of the rollers along with a suction tool and therefore helpful in reducing cellulite and clearing dimpling of the buttocks.
Cellasene- This is a herbal product which is consist of grapeseed, soya oil, ginkgo biloba, primrose oil and fatty acids and therefore useful in reducing cellulite. It is also reduces cellulite from the buttocks.

Natural Remedy for Cellulite Elimination

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Natural body fat is smooth, following the outlines and curves of the body. Cellulite in the adipose of tissues is often found in areas that has poor circulation and elimination such as the hips, thighs, buttocks, abdomen and the inner part of the upper arms.

Cellulite is caused by accumulation of waste and toxic matter becoming trapped in the tissues leading to lack of cell nourishment, with swelling and thickening of tissues which often feel like scar tissue. Even women involved in hard labor, long distance runner and athletes can have areas of Cellulite in their body.

Natural Remedy using Essential Oil for Cellulite
Essential oils are useful in treating Cellulite by body brushing and massage which increase circulation and lymph flow, improve the tone and texture of the skin. Regular exercise is very essential for the body.

Natural Diet and Remedy to reduce Cellulite
Many different eating plans claim to beat cellulite but there is no miracle cure - eating watermelon for three days won’t make your thighs dimple free.
Nutrition is of utmost importance. The patient should be advised to go on a detoxification diet. Cut out wheat, dairy products, red meats, alcohol, coffee, tea and fried foods. Drink plenty of water and consider taking a vitamin and mineral supplement.

Plumped out skin shows cellulite less than dehydrated skin so it’s a good idea to incorporate body lotion application into your daily regime.

Cellulite gets worse as collagen and elastin levels decrease in the body. If you always use sun protection, you will slow that decrease and add moisture too.

Natural Cellulite Treatment and Remedies
As removal of trapped toxin depends on good lymphatic flow, the treatment should include a body massage. Following methods are applied for the treatment.

Dry skin brushing – always follow the direction of the lymphatic flow which can be carried out either standing or sitting. The entire body should be brushed.
Exfoliation – Use a natural exfoliating product, easily removable form the skin.

Mesotherapy Cellulite

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Mesotherapy is comes under most controversial cellulite treatments. It is developed in France in 1950s. It is a combination of mixture of off-label, FDA-approved medicines with herbs and vitamins. This mesotherapy was formed with the purpose to break up fat cells, trigger fat release, increase circulation, and burn energy and dissolve rigid septa bands. Mesotherapy formula is often customized for each patient. It may be allergic but only for some patient.

Mesotherapy reduces the cellulite on the legs and buttocks, breaking down the orange-peel appearance of skin, and producing a smooth contour. It can be used for the reduction of fat pads such as in the area of the upper and lower eye lids and for the reduction of cellulite and it is also used to tighten and tone the skin of the face and neck. The most common area is love handles, saddle bags, eyelid fat pads and for cellulite reduction.

These therapy includes the medication "cocktail"is administered in a series of rapid injections over a 30- to 60-minute session and some practioners say that normally it takes 10 sessions for desired results.

5000 doctors of US offers mesotherapy for the treatment of cellulite and since it uses pre-approved medicines; the treatment doesn't require FDA approval. Mesotherapy is safe, effective, and has a 90% success rate. The cost for this therapy in the US is between $800 and $1,500 for six to 10 sessions and therefore it is very costly but it gives long lasting results.

Is Cellulite An Everlasting Problem

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Cellulite is likely to be the result of poor skin structure, causing the fibers to split. This means the fat and yes possibly toxins squish out through the holes in the fibers, creating that lumpy effect. Chances are the problem is genetic and lies with the X-chromosome. While all this may mean Cellulite is not your fault, reducing its appearance is within your control. Strengthening the skin fibers, plumping the skin surface and breaking down the stubborn fat and toxin deposits can help minimize the look of cellulite. There are a number of treatments ranging from the completely ineffective to the slightly effective.

Here is our list of top pick techniques.

Exercise – This is one of the most effective and most permanent solutions for cellulite. Bu shedding excess weight and building muscles, you not only remove excess fat which is prone to dimpling, and you also create a smooth surface to your skin.
Liposuction – This treatment can improve the appearance of cellulite by removing excess fat which is prone to dimpling.
Endermologie – A patented technique involving a mechanized device that has two mechanized rollers and regulated suction. It is used on thighs in combination with firm massage. It is said that this procedure increases circulation which in turns boosts skin firmness and makes skin smoother. The procedure needs to be performed once or twice a week for an average of 10-30 times.
Body Brushing - Some experts claim this is the key to total cellulite removal, saying it helps speed up the lymph system to remove toxins from the body.
Fake Tan - The darker your skin, the less noticiable cellulite will be as the shadows caused by the dimpling will be less obvious.
Massage - As with body brushing, massage is supposed to speed up the circulation, but kneading the cellulite areas is also supposed to help breakdown toxins and fats.

Development of Cellulite Condition

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Cellulite mostly occurs in the age of 25 to 35 in the women and become worse with time. At the beginning of it the connective tissues of the body have a soft consistency and are not painful and in this stage mucus invades the tissues. It first appears on the inside of thighs and the knees. Three contributing agent which are heredity, estrogen, and fat are responsible for developing the Cellulite Condition. At a later stage pinching the skin becomes painful and can also produce wrinkles on the skin and therefore skin becomes rough, grayish and cold. It occurs in knees, ankles, hips, nape of the neck etc.

There are four stages of cellulite which are given below-

(minor)-In the first stage cellulite is invisible even if pinched there is no dimple but you may see only “folds and furrows”. It presents in the body but people can't see it.
(concern)-No dimpling while the subject is standing or lying but orange peel" texture can be seen when the skin is pinched.
(problem)-In this stage cellulite is visible at the time of standing and not when lying down.
(severe)-In this stage visible cellulite at the time of both standing as well as lying down.

Herbal Cellulite Gel

2007-11-08T22:29:00.000-08:00

Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women. Cellulite mostly found in thigh, buttocks and hips but it may also occur in the arms, abdomen, and upper back as well.

Cellulite is cause to dimpling specially on the thigh and buttock. Various solution is in the market for the treatment of this dimpling such as cellulite lotion and cream, cellulite gel etc are useful to clear this dimpling. Herbal Cellulite Gel contain all the natural herbs like butcher's broom, centella, grapefruit, bayberry, horsetail, fucus, seaweed, ivy, laminaria, kelp, bitter orange and rosemary and therefore it is very useful to remove all the dimpling appearence of the body.

Following are the ingredients which are includes in the herbal cellulite gel.

butcher's broom-It has excellent anti-edema and anti-inflammatory effects due to the a-adrenergic stimulation of the blood capillaries and it can be used on ultra-sensitive skin.
centella-It useful in increasing circulation, healing damaged and injured skin and maintaining healthy skin tone and elasticity.
grapefruit- It is useful for removing the lymph nodules from the body.
bayberry- This is the main ingredient in the herbal cellulite gel which reduces cellulite from the body. The trade mark name of this ingredient is Myriceline.
ivy-It has topical anti-fungal, molluscicidal, anti-mutagenic, as well as cellulite control properties.
bitter orange- It is used in cellulite treatments as it acts by regularizing the affected area and stimulating the cutaneous tone.
rosemary-It has two property firstly amazing antioxidant properties, and secondly it has a remarkable stimulating effect on the skin.
fucus-It is also known as Bladderwrack and is a marine algae containing good amounts of mineral salts and therefore useful in weight loss and release of cellulite bound tissues.
horsetail- it provides natural silica to the skin.
seaweed-it contains mineral salts, especially iodine, which stimulates the general metabolism and causes an increase in osmotic exchanges and therefore mainly used for cellulite.

Cellulite Solution

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Many women in any age face problem of cellulite. Cellulite is a series of ripples of fat cells and subcutaneous connective tissue under the skin and it is characterized by "orange peel' skin appearance. It is mostly occur to the women than men and therefore mostly solutions are related to them for treating cellulite.

There are different solutions for cellulite and all gives good result and therefore now cellulite is not an everlasting problem. Following are some of the solutions which are useful to treat cellulite.

Body Wraps - These cause the body to sweat water away which in turn makes skin lie flatter against the underlying muscles. The effect of cellulite is strictly temporary and usually lasts from 8-12 hours.
Vigorous massage – This can temporarily soften the appearance of cellulite by increasing circulation, making skin look firmer. It also encourages the body to release the excess water that is holding in the massaged tissues, and so reducing the appearance of cellulite.
Exercise - Not only does this burn the excess fats that can cause cellulite, it also increases blood flow to the surface of the skin and this plumps the skin, making it less noticeable. For the cest results you need to do 30-60 minutes of aerobic exercise 5-6 times a week. Weights also help as they form the muscles under the skin, which help disguise cellulite. You should notice an improvement in 6-12 weeks.
Creams - The most important ingredients in cellulite creams now are those called phosphodiesterase inhibitors. In plain simple English, these stop production of the enzymes that leads to fats storage in our body and so cause the dimples to shrink. Many ingredients have this effect including caffeine, aminophylline, theophylline, kolanut and guarana. Alongside these are ingredients like menthol or butchers broom, which help dilate blood vessels, increasing circulation in the area; Gingko Biloba which is said to firm the skin; and lemon and fennel, which help detox the body and repair skin. Apply the cream two hours after eating or one hour before - your body will only burn fat when it has none in the blood stream.

Cellulite Reduction

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Cellulite is a series of ripples of fat cells and subcutaneous connective tissue under the skin and it is characterized by "orange peel' skin appearance, It is mostly occur to the women because of female hormones which play a role in contributing to this fat. It affects to the 90% of the women population.

There are different ways such as cellulite massage, cellulite exercise, cellulite diet etc to reduce the cellulite and they gives good result. Mineral rich spring water and algae have been known to effectively reduce cellulite. The cellulite eraser does its work effectively and quickly by reducing the appearance of cellulite. Cellulite may reduce by chewing your food thoroughly and forgoing late-night snacks. Following are some of the factors which helps in reducing cellulite-

Cellulite Diet- Dieting can help in overweight but it doesn't solve the problem completely. A low fat diet is usually recommended as part of a weight maintenance lifestyle. Eating a healthy diet seem like reasonable approaches to keeping the body as taut and smooth. Certain foods rich in nutrients such as lecithin, essential fatty acids, amino acids, and increase circulation deep in skin cells.
Cellulite Exercises- There are different ways in which you can reduce or even eliminate cellulite and exercise in one of them. Exercise is one of the easy and low-cost treatment to reduce the cellulite. exercise is essential for every one not only for cellulite but also for all kind of body problem. Exercise is a section of routin schedule and doing exercise is beneficial in cellulite because it burn surplus fats and calories.
Cellulite massage- Massage is supposed to break down the fibrous bands. In the past few years, various machines have been introduced which massage the areas which are affected by cellulite. These machine use rolling cylinders to gather areas of skin and massage them inside a chamber but this doesn't show it's effectiveness because's it appears to redistribute fat and doesn't clear it permanently.
Mesotherapy- These therapy includes the medication "cocktail"is administered in a series of rapid injections over a 30- to 60-minute session and some practioners say that normally it takes 10 sessions for desired results. Mesotherapy reduces the cellulite on the legs and buttocks, breaking down the orange-peel appearance of skin, and producing a smooth contour.

Cellulite Products

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Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women and it is caused by dehydrated, damaged skin. The tissue beneath our skin is called the subcutaneous layer and this contains connective tissue which has vertical fat cell chambers. Various products are produced for the treatment of cellulite but before using these products it is necessary to understand why cellulite is so stubborn.

cellulite products have two fold function -first to strengthen those connective tissues and get them back to shape and second to improve the circulation of blood so that the stored fat can be used to produce energy. Fat loss and improved metabolism is the basic quality of all the cellulite products. Natural cellulite products can be found in the form of herbs, seed extracts and oils which is useful to fight stubborn fat.

Synthetic cellulite products like Cellulite body massage gel and anti-eau body treatment oils contains plant extracts which help to reduce the spongy feeling in the legs by strengthening the tissues and stimulating cellular exchanges.

There are large selection of cellulite product treatments from Solidea. Solidea Micromassage and Magic Anti-Cellulite No Hose Shapeware is useful in reducing the cellulite. Solidea cellulite compression panty hose is useful to maximize hygiene and softness. cellulite gel and anti-cellulite gel is useful for tighten and toned the skin.

There are various cellulite treatment products for which growing demand in the market and theses best products for the treatment of cellulite in the markets are -

Plasticity Anti-Cellulite Corrective Gel by Dior- This product is dimple fighter and makes skin smoother in one month.
Physionics SkinGenuity- This cosmoceutical product is useful to iron out the thigh tops noticeably in two month.
Sisley's Phytosculpt- This products makes thigh more bare-able after a month or so of regular use.
Medik8 Lipomelt Forte- This product is approved by cosmetic surgeon and useful in serious treatment.

Cellulite Prevention

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Cellulite prevention begun in time gives very good results. The most important measure is diet which helps in the excretion of toxic substances from the organism. Products used for a diet should possess a high nutritive value and not complicate digestive process. After diet one more other important measure is exercise which includes walks and going in for different kinds of sports, and, certainly, cellulite exercises which are to be done regularly.

With above measures some more factors are also there which may help in reducing cellulite and this may include following factors-

Healthy Diet Functions- Healthy eating should be balanced and balanced diet should be based on the theory of healthy eating thus it will help to reduce cellulite.
Cellulite Exercises - Motion generally plays the very important role and exercise creates rhythmic motion in the body therefore everybody should have regular exercise.
Cellulite Body Areas - To prevent this disease it is necessary to learn to examine attentively the body, especially "critical" zones
Low-Heel Footwear - High-Heeled footwear is one of the cellulite causes and therefore to reduced cellulite one should wear low-heel footwear.
Person should not wear tight cloths such as Elastic belts, corsets, stockings on elastics, too tight waists, too fitting trousers etc.
To fight against the cellulite stresses and irritability should be avoided.
Smoking aggravates the aptitude to cellulite as well as atmospheric pollution and therefore one should avoid smoking.
constipation's that can result in formation of cellulite therefore it is necessary to consult about other disease with your doctor.
person with cellulite should avoid rapid and shallow breathing.

Cellulite Orbital

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Cellulite Orbital is a serious disease of tissues which mostly affects to the eyelids, cheek and eyebrow. Orbital cellulite has various causes and may be related with severe complications. There is no difference in sexes in adults, it may happen to both male as well as female but in children it is more common in males than females. It is most common to the children than adults and the age in which it mostly occur is 7 to 12. Severe cellulite orbital may cause to the visual loss. The mortality rate of this disease was 17% and blindness rate was 20% because of no proper treatment but now as there is prompt diagnosis and appropriate use of antibiotics the rate has been reduced, blindness occurs in up to 11%.

Causes of cellulite orbital
It is caused by infection of the orbital soft tissues
direct extension of infection from the globe, eyelids, ocular adnexum, and other periocular tissues, as well as the sinuses.
there are some bacterial causes such as Streptococcus species, S aureus, and Haemophilus influenzae type B. Pseudomonas, Klebsiella, Eikenella.
it may be caused by by any injury perforating the orbital septum.
Sign and symptom of cellulite orbital
Fever
Headache
Decreased vision
pain in eye area
Treatment of cellulite orbital
The patient should hospitalized as soon as possible for the treatment and should hospitalized until the patient is clearly improved clinically. Historically, the presence of subperiosteal or intraorbital abscess then it is an indication for surgical drainage in addition to antibiotic therapy. Medical care include use of appropriate antibiotics. Intravenous broad-spectrum antibiotics should be given to the patient. Typically, intravenous antibiotic therapy and oral antibiotic should used 1-2 weeks. Anti fungal therapy along with surgical debridement should be used for the fungal infection. Firstly it is treated with medicine if it doesn't work then surgical treatment is require and it is require mostly in the following condition-

A decrease in vision
An afferent pupillary defect develops
Proptosis progresses despite appropriate antibiotic therapy

Cellulite Laser Treatment

2007-11-08T22:25:00.000-08:00

As there are various treatment for the cellulite such as massage, exercise. diet etc laser treatment is also produced to treat cellulite. Laser treatment is One of the latest and most exciting developments in cosmetic surgery. Laser treatments have also seen much improvement, involving the use of laser therapy to smoothen the skin and reduce cellulite appearance. There are various methods of laser treatment and different group of researchers are testing each method determine the efficacy of this procedure when used in conjunction with other forms of treatment.

Laser treatment is essential and effective treatment to treat cellulite. Laser treatment can also used before and after the treatment with liposuction. Laser treatment is very effective when it is used with the treatment of endermologie because it gives better result. The best formation in laser treatment to treat cellulite is Triactive Laser Dermology.

Triactive Laser Dermology is one of the best laser treatment for cellulite. It was developed in Italy before three years and now it is provided in all region. This triactive system is a combination of three different applied methods already used separately. It treat cellulite with the combination of all three techniques therefore it is easy to treat cellulite with this system. These triactive system includes six laser diodes, a localized cooling system which reduces oedematous collections; and a rhythmical intake massage. Tri-Active provides a positive clinical answer to the treatment of cellulite, the reduction of fatty deposits and supports therapy for liposuction and it makes the skin velvety, smooth and radiant.

Although cellulite laser treatment is still in testing phases, the procedure appears to hold great promise for the field of cosmetic surgery. According to the experts Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), holds much promise. It really gives best result as cellulite treatment.

Cellulite Home Remedy

2007-11-08T22:24:00.002-08:00

Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women. It is mostly found in the buttock, hips and thigh. It is mainly occur to the women because of female hormones which play a role in contributing to this fat and therefore became big problem.

There are different ways to treat the cellulite such as cellulite gel, cellulite cream and lotion, cellulite massage and cellulite diet and some people also prefer to other treatment such as mesotherapy, liposuction and endermologie etc.

There are various ways to treat cellulite in which home remedy also include and it is also useful to treat cellulite and these home remedies are as follows-

Drinking lots of water may help to reduce cellulite. At least 6 to 8 glasses should drink.
Steer clear of salt because it contributes to water retention and creates cellulite problems.
Rosemary and fennel oils are mixed to the almond oil and combination of it just apply on the affected area.
Certain oils such as oils like cedarwood, juniper, patchouli are effective for the cellulite.
Different cellulite exercise are helpful to eliminate cellulite.
Drinking 3 glasses of lemon juice is useful to treat cellulite.
Use a soft body brush on damp or dry skin, brushing in long sweeping movements over the afflicted area, and working in the direction of the heart.
Always massage a cellulite cream thoroughly with your fingertips but more concentrate on massage because massage gives more effect than cellulite cream.
reduce the size of your portion of foods that are to be eaten sparingly.
follow a detox diet - a healthy low-fat, high fibre diet containing plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables
High fibre foods are more filling. Half fill a bath with warm water and add an anti-cellulite aroma therapy oil blend.
Avoid rich salad dressings. Use lemon juice, herbs (green dhania, mint), chaat masala, for adding flavor and spice to raw salads.
Two Tablespoons of apple cider vinegar added to the bath may help alleviate cellulite.
Gingko may also help stimulate circulation in some individuals.
Stimulating the skin with natural tonics may be of help in ridding cellulite.
Some oils such as bay oil, lavender oil, eucalyptus oil, lemon oil, sesame oil, hazelnut oil, cypress oil, and grape seed oil are useful in reducing cellulite.
For dimppled areas, take caffinatted coffee, grind it into dust & mix with cheap hand lotion, rub this on the affected area and keep it for 60 seconds and then wash it and then skin become smoother and shiny.

How to get rid of cellulite?

2007-11-08T22:24:00.001-08:00

In the true medical sense, cellulite is simply plain old fat which is characterized by dimpled, cottage-cheese, orange-peel look. Cellulite is usually visible on the thighs, buttocks, and lower torso, but in extreme cases, it can appear on the arms, calves, and upper torso. There are various treatment for it for e.g., many doctors treat cellulite with liposuction but it is not that much powerful because it gives temporary result. It is difficult to get rid of cellulite but there are different ways to reduce or even eliminate cellulite. Different exercise, diets and other remedy can help to reduce it.

Following ways can help to eliminate cellulite-

Different kind of exercise such as Inner Thigh Lift and Inner Thigh Press, swimming, and Outer Thigh Leg Lift and Saddlebag Slimmer can help to get rid of cellulite.
15 minutes of aerobic exercise like walking, riding a bicycle or using a stepper can reduce the cellulite.
strength exercises or weight training should be done, it fatigues the muscle and helpful in reducing the cellulite.
reduce the size of your portion of foods that are to be eaten sparingly.
Some foods such as lean meats, cooking oil, fish with high oil content, rice, noodles, pasta, chapatis, eggs, whole milk and whole milk products, potatoes should reduce to get rid of cellulite.
Half fill a bath with warm water and add an anti-cellulite aroma therapy oil blend and take bath of it, this will help to get rid of cellulite.
Three different diet supplement such as ginkgo biloba, sweet clover, grape seed bioflavinoids, bladderwrack extract etc are useful to reduce cellulite.
Various massage such as Deep-Tissue Massage and high-tech massage are useful in reducing the cellulite.
Different creams, lotions and other treatment such as mesotherapy and endermologie can be used in getting rid of cellulite.

Cellulite Fact

2007-11-08T22:23:00.002-08:00

Cellulite was discover in 1973. Cellulite is fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is also called as orange-peel skin. Cellulite is a genetic, hormonal, and anatomic problem. The fact of cellulite is that it is combination of fat, waste, and water that forms a bumpy, rippled mass which get trapped fibrous, connective tissue under the skin. It can occur in both men and women but mostly seen in the women because of female hormones. It starts to occur in the girls from the age of 14 and it trigger as age increases and subcutaneous skin layer thins and redistributes.

It occurs in 90% of post-adolescent women and rarely in men. Cellulite is a skin disease and is uncommon in Caucasian females than Asian females. It is mostly found in thigh, buttocks and hips but it may also occur in the arms, abdomen, and upper back as well. It may6 occur at any age, whether you are 18, 28 or 38 because it dissent depend on the age.

Cellulite is Hereditary and Lifestyle Based and it is a kind of fat, and like every other fat its appearance depends on eating as well as exercise habits. There are various way to treat the cellulite such as cellulite gel, cellulite cream and lotion, cellulite massage and cellulite diet. But some people also prefer to other treatment such as mesotherapy, liposuction and endermologie etc.

Cellulite Exercises

2007-11-08T22:23:00.001-08:00

There are different ways in which you can reduce or even eliminate cellulite and exercise in one of them. Exercise is one of the easy and low-cost treatment to reduce the cellulite. Exercise is essential for every one not only for cellulite but also for all kind of body problem. Exercise is a section of daily schedule and doing exercise is beneficial in cellulite because it burn surplus fats and calories. Exercise helps to keep the muscles and joints flexible, improving the posture and adding grace to the body movements and it also increases the blood flow in the body.

There are various exercise specially for the cellulite like cardiovascular and anaerobic exercises which are very helpful in burning surplus fats and calories. Aerobic exercise with strength training regular exercise can to a certain degree prevent the advanced stages of cellulite and keeping muscles toned by regular exercise seem like reasonable approaches to keeping the body as taut and smooth. It is a fact that any exercise will help the appearance of cellulite, if that exercise is regular over a prolonged period of time. Exercise is recommended because it is also complementary to Celluplant®.

There are different exercises are provided for cellulite are as follows-

Inner Thigh Lift and Inner Thigh Press- This exercise is useful for the inner thigh because it tighten the thighs and makes them smooth.
Outer Thigh Leg Lift and Saddlebag Slimmer- This exercise is for outer thigh and it gives quick results as it makes stronger and more shapely thighs. This exercise can be done at any time even when you are watching TV.
Walking- A long walk can be a good exercise because walking keeps all the parts of body in the rhythmic motion. It is not just the feet and legs but also the back, abdomen, arms, shoulders and neck muscles that you are putting into motion and therefore useful in reducing the cellulite.
Swimming- Swimming is also a good exercise for all the part of the body and it gives refreshing and mental relaxation. The most beneficial swimming stroke is the arm-aver-arm which is useful for the head.

Callisthenics- This exercise strengthen the body and improve the figure. each exercise should repeat at least 5 times and as it increase the metabolic rate one should not stop in between. After some practices each exercise should repeat 25 to 30 times.

Cellulite Diet

2007-11-08T22:22:00.001-08:00

Most people wants their bumps and thighs smooth and when they have cellulite in their body they starts diets. Diet plays only a small role in curbing cellulite. Dieting can help in overweight but it doesn't solve the problem completely. A low fat diet is usually recommended as part of a weight maintenance lifestyle. Eating a healthy diet seem like reasonable approaches to keeping the body as taut and smooth. Diet plays only a small role in curbing cellulite. Certain foods rich in nutrients such as lecithin, essential fatty acids, amino acids, and antioxidants reduce cellular inflammation, reduce fluids, and increase circulation deep in skin cells. Some foods are suggested for essential fatty acids are eggs, soy, cauliflower, and peanut butter, flaxseed, olive and canola oils, ground flax, and raw nuts, berries, pomegranates, goji berries and citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits. Diet alone can help but person should not a conscientious eater.

Various of products of dietary supplements like ginkgo biloba, sweet clover, grape seed bioflavinoids, bladderwrack extract, oil of evening primrose, fish oil, and soy lecithin have been marketed and consist of variety of ingredients. Theses products make various positive effect in the body like boosting metabolism, improving circulation, protecting against cell damage, and breaking down fats. These are dietary supplements therefore exempt from meeting the scientific standards for both safety and effectiveness. Some dietary supplements which are made for the treatment of cellulite may be harmful such as for example one supplement which contains iodine may be dangerous to patients with thyroid and certain other conditions.

Inadequate nutrition and poor lifestyle makes worsen the appearance of cellulite therefore balanced diet is useful to a certain degree prevent the advanced stages of cellulite. Diet includes avoidance of some foods such as alcohol, refined foods (sweeteners), soda, and eating a diet overly high in animal protein. Diet is recommended because it is complementary to Celluplant®.

Cellulite Creams

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Creams is the easiest and least-costly approach for the treatment of cellulite. Many doctors are not convinced with this but Newburger says that some creams which contains methylxanthines shows some effect on cellulite (caffeine). Most topical applications are used to fight cellulite but they do not attack the cellulite completely only create a smoother texture by plumping up the skin. The effects of other topical application is temporary and needs constant application of cellulite lotions. "Caffeine creams work great to pull fluids out of the spaces between cells and induce lipolysis -- fat burning in the layer just below the skin's surface. Some researchers found that methylxanthine creams reduced fat cells in skin, with visible results in about eight weeks and it works fast if the concentration of methylxanthine is high in cream.

Anti cellulite creams containing aminophylline are used to reduce the dimpling effect of cellulite. Anti cellulite creams containing Retinoids or Vitamin A derivatives should applied at night because exposure to light destroys Retinol and it is used to improve circulation to the skin and smoothen it too but it is not much powerful in reducing the cellulite. Liposome technology is a good delivery system to drive the creams into the cells. Some creams like Neutrogena's Anti-Cellulite Treatment and CelluSculpt Anti-Cellulite Slimming Treatment by Avon are comes among the hottest-selling caffeine cellulite creams.

Causes and Symptoms of Cellulite

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Causes of cellulite
Following are some factors which causes to the cellulite-

Cellulite is caused by fat cells trapped within the skin's connective tissue.
Some time heredity may cause to the cellulite.
Diet, Poor eating habits may increase the formation of fat in the specific area like thigh, hips and buttocks.
Smoking may also cause to the cellulite because it damages the connective tissue which may result in dimpling of cellulite.
Tension and stress may also responsible because it blocks the tissue which prevents proper waste elimination and purification.
Exercise is very important for all because it decreases many health risk and makes body fit and fine and therefore lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle may cause to the cellulite.
Certain medicine like Diet pills, sleeping pills and diuretics may trigger the cellulite in the body.
Changes in the levels of hormones specially in the female sex hormones may cause to the formulation of cellulite.
There are some causes of cellulite in thin women are food allergies, dieting, poor blood circulation etc.
Symptoms of Cellulite
Cellulite symptoms includes the following-

tightness in legs
heaviness in legs

Best Cellulite Treatment

2007-11-08T22:20:00.001-08:00

Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women and cellulite is a permanent change in the fat that is stored under your skin. It becomes very big problem for the women.

There are various treatment for the cellulite such as Laser-assisted Liposuction, Laser Lipolisis, Electromagnetic Treatments etc. But there are some treatment which are best and effective to treat cellulite and they are as follows-

Mesotherapy for Cellulite Treatment
Mesotherapy is comes under most controversial cellulite treatments. It is developed in France in 1950s. It is a combination of mixture of off-label, FDA-approved medicines with herbs and vitamins. This mesotherapy was formed with the purpose to break up fat cells, trigger fat release, increase circulation, and burn energy and dissolve rigid septa bands. Mesotherapy formula is often customized for each patient. It may be allergic but only for some patient. Mesotherapy reduces the cellulite on the legs and buttocks, breaking down the orange-peel appearance of skin, and producing a smooth contour.

Endermologie for Cellulite Treatment
It becomes most popular treatment for the cellulite. Endermologie is a technique which is useful to treat cellulite and it is beneficial to the one third of the patient by endermologie massage technique. Even liposuction is not effective in removing the cellulite but endermologie removes it. It creates fibrous tissue layer deep down in the fat that appears to support the fat better.

Aromatherapy for Cellulite Treatment
Targeted aromatherapy massages is much enjoyable than other two treatment but it is not that much effective as they are.

Remove Cellulite

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There are ways in which people can reduce or even eliminate cellulite .Cellulite can be remove with the treatment like electrical muscle stimulation, inflatable hip-high pressurized boots, "hormone" or "enzyme" injections heating pads, and massage. There are various anticellulite products to remove cellulite are cactus fibers; special washcloths; horsehair mitts; creams and gels to "dissolve" cellulite; supplements containing vitamins; minerals and/or herbs, bath liquids; massagers , rubberized pants; exercise books; brushes; rollers; body wraps; and toning lotions. Though diet and exercise can diminish cellulite.

Endermologie is a technique which is useful to treat cellulite and it is beneficial to the one third of the patient by endermologie massage technique. Even liposuction is not effective in removing the cellulite but endermologie removes it. It creates fibrous tissue layer deep down in the fat that appears to support the fat better. Another treatment of removing cellulite is mesotherapy, it comes after endermologie. It may also remove with surgical excision and suction treatments.

here are also some tips to remove the cellulite which are given below-

normal weight should maintain and overweight should reduce.
smoking must be quit.
medicine like like diet-pills, pep-pills, sleeping pills, laxatives and diuretics should avoid.
Eat plenty of fiber and drink plenty of water.
take regular exercise
use aloe vera cream in affected area.

Anti Cellulite Lotion

2007-11-08T22:18:00.000-08:00

Lotion is the easiest and least-costly approach for the treatment of cellulite. Many doctors are not convinced with this but Newburger says that some lotions which contains methylxanthines shows some effect on cellulite. Most topical applications are used to fight cellulite but they do not attack the cellulite completely only create a smoother texture by plumping up the skin. The effects of other topical application is temporary and needs constant application of cellulite lotions. Cellulite lotions containing aminophylline must be kept away from heat and used quickly. It is very effective because it contains all natural ingredients like soybean oil, glycerin, aloe Vera, tea extract, cucumber extract and more and it doesn't include any harsh ingredients.

Some cellulite lotions and creams make use of retinol's and AHAs(Alpha Hydroxy Acids) to improve the skin texture. Some cellulite lotions which contain AHA like lactic acid and glycolic acid accelerate the removal of superficial layer of dead cells, they are being increasingly used to fight cellulite too. Herbal cellulite lotions are mostly used to improve the texture and tone of skin affected by cellulite.

There are various lotion in the market for the cellulite and they are as follows-

Seaweed Anti Cellulite Lotion- It is consist of algae extracts and it is for skin flexibility and for smooth skin.
Neutrogena Cellulite Lotion- this lotion include seaweed extract, caffeine, retinal and vitamin A and it is useful to remove bumpy forms and
Herbalife Anti Cellulite Lotion- this lotion includes plant and fruit multi-acids and it is useful to improve the texture of the skin and reduces the irritation.
Biodroga Systems Spa Sensation Anti-Cellulite Lotion

Cellulite

2007-11-08T22:17:00.000-08:00

The term "cellulite" was coined in 1973. Cellulite refers to the fat found on the thighs and buttocks and it is mostly found in the women. Cellulite mostly found in thigh, buttocks and hips but it may also occur in the arms, abdomen, and upper back as well. It is caused by fat cells trapped within the skin's connective tissue and it is causes to the dimpling, especially of the buttocks and thighs.

Cellulite is not a medical or scientific term but refers only to aesthetics. Cellulite is consist of toxins and fat which can arise in the body of any men and women of any size and weight. Cellulite is a combination of fat, water, and "toxic wastes" which the body has failed to eliminate.

Cellulite is a permanent change in the fat that is stored under your skin. It is mostly seen in the women in compare of the men because of differences in the way fat, muscle, and connective tissue are distributed in men and women's skin and it is also because of female hormones which play a role in contributing to this fat distribution. Men generally don't have the problem because their fibers criss-cross and the fat can't bulge up as easily.

Cellulite is not related to obesity, since it occurs in overweight, normal, and thin women. The body fat related with weight gain does not affect cellulite.

Liver Spots Cause, Symptoms, Treatment

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Liver spots are flat brown-black spots that usually occur in sun-exposed areas of the body. They are also called age spots. They are unrelated to the liver or liver function.

Alternate Names : Age Spots, Lentigos, Senile Lentigines, Skin Spots - Aging, Sun-Induced Skin Changes - Liver Spots

Liver spots are flat brown-black spots that usually occur in sun-exposed areas of the body. They are also called age spots. They are unrelated to the liver or liver function.

Alternate Names : Age Spots, Lentigos, Senile Lentigines, Skin Spots - Aging, Sun-Induced Skin Changes - Liver Spots

Skin Abscess - Pictures, Cure and Prevention of Skin Abscess

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A skin abscess is a collection of pus and infected material in or on the skin. Abscesses may be from one to several inches in diameter. Folliculitis, skin abscesses, and carbuncles differ in the size and depth of the pus-filled pockets. Abscess formation may also occur adjacent to the anus -- in that case abscess is known as a perianal abscess.

Causes of Skin Abscess
Skin abscesses are fairly common. They are caused when an infection causes pus and infected material to collect in the skin. Skin abscesses may follow a bacterial infection, commonly an infection with staphylococcus. They can develop after a minor wound, injury, or as a complication of folliculitis or boils. Skin abscesses may occur anywhere on the body. They affect people of all ages.

An abscess can prevent deeper tissues from functioning properly. The infection may spread locally or throughout the body. The spread of infection through the bloodstream may cause severe complications.

Symptoms of Boils Skin Abscess
Skin lesion
Open sore or closed, domed nodule
Reddened
May drain fluid
Localized swelling, induration (hardening of tissue)
Tender and warm affected area
Fever or chills, in some cases
Your doctor can diagnose the condition based on the appearance of the area. A culture or examination of any drainage from the lesion may help identify what organism is causing it. Folliculitis, skin abscesses, and carbuncles differ in the size and depth of the pus-filled pockets.
Treatment of Skin Abscess
Most skin abscesses can be cured with proper treatment. A doctor treats an abscess by cutting it open and draining the pus. After draining the abscess, a doctor makes sure all of the pus has been removed by washing out the pocket with a sterile salt solution. Sometimes the drained abscess is packed with gauze, which is removed 24 to 48 hours later. If the abscess is completely drained, antibiotics usually are not needed. However, if the infection has spread or if the abscess is on the middle or upper part of the face, antibiotics that kill staphylococci, such as dicloxacillin and cephalexin, may be used because of the high risk that the infection will spread to the brain.

Complications during Skin Abscess
Spread of infection around the same area
Prevention of the proper functioning of nearby tissues
Gangrene (tissue death)
Spread of infection through the bloodstream, causing:
Endocarditis
Osteomyelitis
Multiple new abscesses ("seeding" of infection)
Abscess formation on the joints, pleura, or other locations
Prevention of Skin Abscess
Prevent and watch for bacterial infections. Keep the skin around minor wounds clean and dry. Consult the health care provider if you develop signs of infection. Treat minor infections promptly.

Acrodermatitis Continua

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Synonym: Dermatitis repens.

It is a chronic, slowly progressive and persistent pyogenic dermatitis occurring on the hands, less so, on the feet and other parts of the body. It usually complicates suppurative paronychia or an injury on a finger. It starts as a bulla or a pustule, which spreads peripherally by extension of an undermined epidermal border. New lesions arise by contiguity, or at some distance from the initial lesion. Rarely does it become disseminated or generalized. This condition differs from pustular bacteride which is characterized by bilaterally symmetrical pustular eruption on the palms and the soles accompanying an active pyogenic focus.

Causes of Acrodermatitis Continua
The course is chronic with acute exacerbations from time to time. It is regarded as being caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Underlying monilial and tinea infections must be excluded. In every case, a thorough search should be made for an active focal sepsis.

Treatment of Acrodermatitis Continua
The treatment is unsatisfactory. It consists in cleaning up and exposing the peripheral edge, potassium permanganate soaks, and painting the lesions with 5 per cent aqueous silver nitrate once only. This is followed by the local application of bacitracin and hydrocortisone ointment twice a day. The ointment should be rubbed meticulously into the edges of the lesion to obtain good results. In resistant cases, superficial X-ray therapy and autogenous vaccine may be tried.

Diagnosis of Acrodermatitis Continua
Acrodermatitis continua must be distinguished from acrodermatitis enteropathica which is characterized by persistent eczematoid skin lesions on the hands and feet, baldness, a dull, inelastic skin, a stunted growth coupled with a sallow complexion; it is accompained by chronic intestinal infection. It commonly affects infants and children. The condition responds specifically to di-idoquin (2 TDS), and zinc sulphate (100-150 mg daily).

Tenia Pedis

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Tenia Pedis is very common in tropical and subtropical countries; common in the summer and the monsoon than in the winter. Men are more frequently affected than women. The incidence is directly related to the spread of civilization (Western). Heavy, closed and ill-fitting shoes worn for long hours predispose the individual to infection.

Lesions may appear as isolated vesiculo-pustules, or bullae, or as patches of erythema and oedema with a scattering of vesicles and pustules, the vesicles may develop into ulcers. Oozing is slight. It is accompanied by intense itching and burning. Secondary infection results in pain, lymphangitis and regional lymphadenitis. This variety has the appearance of an eczematoid or pompholyx eruption. Auto- sensitization produces an ide eruption (which resembles dyshidrosis from which it must be differentiated) on the palms of hands, and, may be, the, other parts of the body as well.

In the chronic: hyperkeratotic variety, well-defined patches of hyperkeratotic, powdery scaling on erythematous-thickened bases are seen on the soles and sides of the feet and the palms of the hands. This condition is asymptomatic except for an annoying roughness.

Diagnosis of Tenia Pedis
If the, characteristics described above are borne in mind the diagnosis of tinea of the hands and the feet are not difficult. It should always be confirmed by a microscopic demonstration of the fungus.

Prognosis of Tenia Pedis
The outlook as to complete cure is fair if the disease is treated by an expert, and the patient is co-operative.

Treatment of Tenia Pedis
The acute stage must be treated like acute eczemas with potassium permanganate soaks and silver nitrate or gentian violet paint. Only when the acute inflammation has subsided should active fungicidal agents be gradually introduced on the lines recommended in the treatment of tinea corporis. Tinactin (P), econazole lotion or cream and Whitfield's ointment are effective in the hyperkeratotic variety. Castellani's paint or tincture Merthiolate (P) is often employed to treat the chronic interdigital variety. Paints containing spirit tend to harden the skin. It is better to use the paint in the morning and a fungicidal ointment like Vioform (P), Sagatrun (P), in the night. The best results have been reported with tolnaftate/econazole.

Shoes and socks must be sterilized; the former, with formalin vapours by putting cupful of commercial formaldehyde in a closed box containing the shoes, for 48 hours. The shoes must be exposed to the mild sun and fresh air for at least two days before being worn, so that the feet are not irritated by the formalin. Socks are sterilized by boiling.

How to remove Keloids? - Picture, Treatment, Cure, Symptoms and Causes of Keloids

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Keloids usually occur in people with dark skin. This skin disorder can occur on any part of the body that has been injured.

What causes Keloids?
Keloids are produced when excess collagen builds up at the site of a healing scar, producing excess tissue. A keloid is a itchy, hard, red lump on the skin.

Keloids Removal
Removing a keloid by cutting usually results in a new keloid. Your physician may inject a corticosteroid drug directly into the affected areas to reduce the size of the keloid.

Acanthosis Nigricans - treatment, picture of acanthosis nigricans

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Acanthosis Nigricans is an uncommon skin ailment which implies papillpmatous or verrucous hypertrophy of the skin combined with pigmentation occurring on streaks or patches in the axillae, groins, neck, sub-mammary region and antecubital fossae. Acanthosis Nigricans depending on the severity may occur either in a mild or severe form; in the later, there is accompanying dystrophy of the nails and hair, there being pigmentation of the other parts of the integument as well.

What is Acanthosis Nigricans?
This is a disorder of hyperpigmentation (an increase of the dark pigment melanin) in the skin. Acanthosis nigricans is a disorder that causes light-brown-to-black, velvety, rough areas or increased skin markings usually on the back and sides of the neck. The condition can also at times occur under the arms and in the groin. If the patient is obese, the eruption may clear with weight loss or correction of the underlying endocrine disorder. Local treatment is not effective.

What are the causes of Acanthosis Nigricans?
The exact cause of this acanthosis nigricans is unknown. It can be a genetic (inherited) condition.
When inherited, it is not considered dangerous. However it is sometimes associated with obesity, diabetes, cancer and certain drugs. All of these conditions can be considered potentially dangerous.
Acanthosis nigricans can affect otherwise healthy people, or it can be associated with medical problems. Some cases are genetically inherited.
It is most common among people of African descent. Obesity can lead to acanthosis nigricans, as can many endocrine disorders. It is frequently found in people with diabetes.
Some drugs, particularly hormones such as human growth hormone or oral contraceptives ("the pill"), can also cause acanthosis nigricans.
People with cancers of the gastrointestinal or genitourinary tracts or with lymphoma can also develop severe cases of this acanthosis nigricans.
Types of Acanthosis Nigricans
Acanthosis nigricans is divided into 2 broad categories, Benign and Malignant.

Benign Acanthosis Nigricans: Patients with the benign form of Acanthosis nigricans experience very few, if any, complications of their skin lesions. However, many of these patients have an underlying insulin-resistant state that is the cause of their Acanthosis nigricans. The severity of the insulin resistance is highly variable and ranges from an incidental finding on routine blood studies to overt diabetes mellitus. The severity of skin findings may parallel the degree of insulin resistance, and a partial resolution may occur with treatment of the insulin-resistant state. Insulin resistance is the most common association of acanthosis nigricans in the younger age population.
Malignant Acanthosis nigricans is associated with significant complications because the underlying malignancy is often an aggressive tumor. Average survival time of patients with signs of malignant Acanthosis nigricans is 2 years, although cases in which patients have survived for up to 12 years have been reported. In older patients with new onset Acanthosis nigricans, most have an associated internal malignancy.
What are the long-term effects of acanthosis nigricans?
While acanthosis nigricans can be associated with potentially dangerous conditions such as obesity, it is not in itself a dangerous condition.
However from a psychological point of view, the development of dark patches on the skin can bother some people, especially if they are on parts of the body which cannot be easily covered.
If you develop dark patches on your skin, visit your doctor for advice.

Onychomycosis - Treatment, Picture and Symptoms of of white superficial Onychomycosis

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Synonym: Tinea Unguium

Ringworm of the nails is caused by a species of trichophyton and microsporon.

Saprophytes like scopularia and aspergillus have also been incriminated. In contrast to monilial infection, tinea affects first the free edges of the nail. One or more nails may be involved but only rarely, all of them. The history usually reveals that the infection has been present for years. Tinea unguium is characterized by opaque, brittle and deformed nail or nails and hyperkeratotic debris under the free edges. There is no pain or itching. The condition is very rarely bilateral and symmetrical. The diagnosis is confirmed by the demonstration of fungus in the hyperkeratotic debris and nail cuttings.

Diagnosis of Onychomycosis
The differential diagnosis is arrived at from conditions like psoriasis, moniliasis, eczema, syphilis and dystrophy of the nails.

According to Bendek and Sagher, there is a strong feeling that primary tinea unguium is a rare condition and what we usually take for tinea unguium is pompholyx of the nail due to an internal septic focus,. metabolic upset, a run-down condition or emotional stress causing dystrophy of the nail, which acts as suitable debris for the growth of fungus, which according to them, is a secondary contaminant.

Prognosis of Onychomycosis
Because of primary pompholyx, and because the fungus grows inside the hard nail plate which cannot be penetrated by fungicidal agents, the outlook is poor. It has, however, improved.

Treatment of Onychomycosis
It consists in:

Griseofulvin F.P. 1 gm weekly for 6-9 months.
Filing the affected nail regularly with broken glass, a nail file or a dentist's burr till the healthy nail begins to grow.
Local application of fungicidal agents like tincture iodine, betadine or econazole liquid/cream or glutaraldehyde.
Correcting the internal, physical, metabolic and emotional factors and building up the general health.
Persistent treatment on these lines gives good results. The occult focus of ringworm in the toes and groins must be treated at the same time.

Freckle: Freckle removal, get rid of freckles

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What are Feckles?
Freckles (Ephelides) are a very common anomaly. They either discrete, grouped or confluent pigmented macules caused by excessive, localized formation of melanin; the size of a freckle, however, varies. It can be anywhere between the size of a pin-head and a split pea (sometimes larger). Freckles occur symmetrically on the exposed parts of the body like the face, neck and forearms; if other parts of the body are exposed, as for instance in sunbathing or when sleeveless cloths are worn, they may also be affected. White people, blondes, red-heads and people with delicate, fair skins are prone to freckles. Hence dark-skinned people like Indians and Africans rarely develop freckles.

Freckles are tanned macules found on the skin. They are usually multiple in number. With sun exposure, they become more apparent; therefore, in the winter months, they are often imperceptible. Although freckles are predominantly benign, they may be seen in association with systemic disease.

Freckles considered cute by some, they are a real problem for others. Freckles, also known as, ephelides, are small brown or tan patches common in individuals with lighter skin, blond or red hair. They appear early in life, increase in number during summer months and fade in winter.

Individuals who are genetically susceptible may have somatic mutations in epidermal melanocytes that promote increased melanogenesis. Melanocytes are not increased in number, and they may even be decreased in number. With UV-A and UV-B exposure, the dopa reaction is increased, leading to the production of larger melanosomes, which produce the clinical picture.

Freckles removal - Treatment of Freckles is not necessary.
If a patient wishes to alter the cosmetic appearance, then sun avoidance and makeup can be used.
Sunscreens may be used to prevent enhancement of the freckling caused by sun exposure.
If desired, chemical peels, cryotherapy, and laser treatment have all been attempted to make ephelides less pronounced.
What are the Causes of Freckles?
Environmental: In individuals who are susceptible, sunlight exposure to both UV-A and UV-B radiation induces freckles by stimulating melanocytes to produce melanin.
Genetic: Freckles tend to be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. Ephelides are most common in individuals with fair skin and/or with blond or red hair.
Xeroderma pigmentosum: Freckles are prominent and even dark in heterozygous carriers with this autosomal recessive disease. Excessive freckling in dark-haired individuals suggests the possibility of this disease.
Complications associated with Freckles
Freckles may be cosmetically unappealing, but they are not associated with any complications. However, recent studies have shown that individuals with skin types susceptible to freckles are at greater risk for developing skin cancers. This association is simply because freckles and skin cancers are more common in people who are regularly exposed to the sun and have skin types I and II than in other people.

Wart - planter wart, wart removal, genital wart picture, symptoms and treatments

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Warts are small, usually painless growths on the skin caused by a virus. They are generally harmless. However, warts can be disfiguring and embarrassing, and occasionally they itch or hurt (particularly on the feet). Warts are noncancerous skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which stimulates the rapid growth of cells of the outer layer of your skin. More than 60 types of HPV occur. Warts are usually skin colored and feel rough to the touch, but can be dark, flat or smooth.

Warts

Warts can be treated with a herbal remedy consisting of lymphatic cleansers and tonics. The traditional herbs for the treatment of warts are cleavers, garlic, prickly ash or wormwood. External treatment for the quick removal of warts involves the herbs dandelion, used by expressing the white juice from fresh stems and applying directly, and Thuja, made into a tincture or lotion and then applied.

Warts are simply areas of skin that grow faster than normal due to the presence of the wart virus. Warts are skin-colored and feel rough to the touch. The technical name is verruca vulgaris. They are most common on the hands, feet and face but they can grow almost anywhere in the body. They are infectious and some people, especially children, are more susceptible than others.

Verruca Vulgaris. These can occur on any part of the body, but the areas usually affected are the exposed parts. The sites of choice are the hands and feet, around and under the nails, the arms, legs and less so, the face and scalp. Paronychial warts frequently occur in nail biters and cuticle pickers. These warts may occur singly or in groups. The lesions are flesh colored or somewhat darker, rounded or oval papules or nodules. The size of these varies from that of lentil seeds to split peas (sometimes bigger). Their verrucous surface is very typical; once seen, it is seldom missed. On the scalp, the wart may have a cauliflower-like appearance. The warts do not itch but subungual warts may be painful.

Koebner's phenomenon represented by linear groups of warts following inoculation of virus into scratch marks may be seen. In the beard region, they may take the form of finger-like processes; hence are called filiform warts. These spread by shaving by way of implantation.

A single common wart should be distinguished from Butcher's or postmortem wart (tuberculosis cutis verrucosus) which is marked by indurations around the periphery of the lesion. Verruca vulgaris should be distinguished from seborrhoeic warts which are multiple circumscribed, flat elevations, covered with dark, greasy scales. They occur mainly on the trunk, forehead and temples.

What are the causes of Warts?
As warts are caused by a virus infection, the body will build up resistance over a period of time and eventually the body will cause the warts to disappear. This may take months or sometimes years but is the natural way the body deals with warts. If they are allowed to disappear in this way it is less likely that a person will get any further ones as one will then be immune to that virus.

What are the symptoms of Wart?
The symptoms of warts are as follows:

Small, hard, flat or raised skin lesion or lump
Abnormally dark or light skin surrounding the lesion
Numerous small, smooth, flat (pinhead sized) lesions on forehead, cheeks, arms, or legs
Rough, round, or oval lesions on soles of feet; flat to slightly raised; painful to pressure
Rough growths around or under fingernails or toenails
What are the Types of wart?
There are differents types of Wart. Some of them are as follows:

Common Warts
Plantar warts
Genital warts
Flat warts
Subungual and periungual warts
Genital warts
Like anywhere else on the body, surface warts can also occur on the genitalia. Genital warts are usually transmitted by sexual contact. This can occur in both sexes and are usually located on the moist surface of genitalia. They start as minute reddish swellings and grow into grouped pedunculated lesions. The genital warts usually respond to local application of ointment (20% podophyllin in tincture benzoinco) but the treatment should be strictly according to consultation with a doctor. Remember, genital warts may be related to the development of cervical cancer.

Symptoms and Treatment of genital warts
Small, fleshy condyloma growths in genital or anal area: soft and reddish inside the body, darker growths outside. Large growths may be removed surgically or burned off. genital Warts can also return after treatment.

Vaginal Warts
What are the treatments for Warts?
Warts often disappear without treatment over a period of several months to years. However, since warts can be spread to others or new areas of the body, it is reasonable to treat most people, especially if the warts are bothersome or painful.

Over-the-counter medications can remove warts. These are applied to the wart every day for several weeks. Do not use these medications on your face or genitals. It helps to file the wart down when damp (for example, after a bath or shower) before applying these medications.

Special cushions are available at drugstores for plantar warts. These pads help relieve any pressure and pain from the warts.

Stronger (prescription) medications may be required for removal of persistent warts. Surgical removal or removal by freezing, burning , or laser treatment may be needed.

Immunotherapy, done by injecting a substance that causes an allergic reaction, may also be considered by your doctor.

DO NOT attempt to remove a wart yourself by burning, cutting, tearing, picking, or any other method.

Interestingly, placing duct tape over a wart may help it disappear. A small study had people wear duct tape for six straight days, remove it, wet and scrape the wart down using a file, and then reapply the tape the next morning. This was done until the wart disappeared, but no longer than two months. The people wearing the duct tape had as much luck getting rid of their warts as those who had their warts frozen off by a doctor. This method might be worth a try if you have a painless, yet unsightly wart.

Some Important Tips for Warts:
Avoid self treatment with over-the-counter preparations.
Seek professional podiatric evaluation and assistance with the treament of your warts.
Diabetics and other patients with circulatory, immunological or neurological problems should be especially careful with the treament of their warts.
Warts may spread and are catching. Make sure you have your warts evaluated to protect yourself and those close to you.
Avoid direct skin contact with a wart on someone else.
After filing your wart, wash the file carefully since you can spread the virus to other parts of your body.
After touching any of your warts, wash your hands carefully.

Comedo -comedo extractor

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Comedo are the small plug like secretion which stops the secretion from the pores in case of acne. These plugs acts as the prominent source for the infection which acne brings along with it. The whole process of its formation is explained below.

Acne is a skin disorder most often seen in adolescents. However, adult acne is not uncommon. The most common cause of acne is oily skin. Acne occurs in the sebaceous glands (oil glands) and the hair folicles to which they are attached. The oil from the sebaceous glands, along with dead skin cells, plug up the opening of the sebaceous glands and the hair follicles.

This plug is called a comedo. When bacteraia settle in thes plugs, they can cause a severe inflammatory reaction, resulting in more severe acne. The folicle becomes inflammed, forming pimples and pus-filled nodules. The milder forms of acne cane be treated with over-the counter drugs like benzoyl peroxide. However, severe cases of acne must be treated by a dermatologist.

Mastocytosis - systemeic and diffuse

2007-11-08T22:09:00.001-08:00

What is Mastocytosis?
Mastocytosis is a disorder characterized by mast cell proliferation and accumulation within various organs, most commonly the skin. Types of cutaneous mastocytosis include solitary mastocytoma (M), diffuse erythrodermic mastocytosis, paucicellular mastocytosis, and urticaria pigmentosa.

Most patients with mastocytosis are children (75% of cases occur during infancy or early childhood). Incidence peaks again in patients aged 30-49 years.

What are Mast Cells?

Mast cells seem to have other roles as well. Because they gather together around wounds, mast cells may play a part in wound healing. For example, the typical itching you feel around a healing scab may be caused by histamine released by mast cells. Researchers also think mast cells may have a role in the growth of blood vessels. No one with too few or no mast cells has been found, which indicates to some scientists that we may not be able to survive with too few mast cells. The presence of too many mast cells, or mastocytosis, can occur in two forms - cutaneous (skin) and systemic (involves internal body organs). Cutaneous mastocytosis (CM), the most common form, occurs when mast cells increase in the skin. It is also called urticaria pigmentosa. CM mostly affects children.

What are the causes of mastocytosis?
Mastocytosis probably is a hyperplastic response to an abnormal stimulus. We don't know why some people have too many mast cells. We do know some things that trigger the release of histamine from mast cells and cause the symptoms of mastocytosis. Symptoms may be triggered by cold or heat, certain medicines, emotional stress and insect bites. The triggers aren't the same in every person.

Systemic mastocytosis is caused when mast cells collect in the tissues and can affect organs such as the liver, spleen, lymph nodes, and bone marrow.

What are the symptoms of mastocytosis?
Chemicals released by mast cells cause changes in the immune system leading to typical allergy symptoms such as itching, abdominal cramping, and even anaphylaxis (dangerously low blood pressure).
The symptoms are different, depending on where the extra mast cells are. When too many mast cells exist in a person's body, the additional chemicals can cause

Bone or muscle pain
Abdominal discomfort
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach ulcers
Diarrhea
Skin lesions
Episodes of very low blood pressure and faintness
Shock
How is mastocytosis diagnosed?
Doctors can diagnose urticaria pigmentosa by seeing the characteristic lesions which are dark-brown and fixed. A small skin sample may help confirm the diagnosis.

By taking a tiny piece of tissue from a different organ, such as the bone marrow, the doctor can diagnose systemic mastocytosis. Using special techniques on a bone marrow sample, the doctor looks for an increase in mast cells. Another sign of this disorder is high levels of certain mast-cell chemicals and proteins in a person's blood and sometimes in the urine.

How is mastocytosis treated?
Therapy is conservative and aimed at symptom relief because the prognosis for most patients with mastocytosis is excellent. None of the currently available therapeutic measures induces permanent involution of cutaneous or visceral lesions. Advise patients to avoid agents that precipitate mediator release, such as aspirin, NSAIDs, codeine, morphine, alcohol, thiamine, quinine, opiates, gallamine, decamethonium, procaine, radiographic dyes, dextran, polymyxin B, scopolamine, and D-tubocurarine.

Several medicines help treat the symptoms of mastocytosis.
Antihistamines to work against mast cell chemicals
Medicines to relieve cramping in the intestines
Medicines help treat other signs and symptoms of mastocytosis, including

Itching and other skin reactions
Ulcer-like symptoms
Low blood pressure
Inability to take up nutrients from food
In rare cases in which mastocytosis is cancerous or associated with a blood disorder, the patient may have to use steroids and/or chemotherapy.

Puffy Eyes Bags- How to get rid of puffy eyes - reduce puffy swollen eyes

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Skin around and under your eyes are the thinnest and most sensitive of your body. Puffiness or fullness of the skin under the eyes can be due to a number of causes.
Puffy eyes can also be a heredity problem. Late nights, allergies, high salt intake or general stress can cause the unsightly phenomenon of puffy eyes.

Be sure to take your makeup off meticulously at night, do not rub your eyes, and take an antihistamine if you have allergies. If you are sensitive to skin-care or makeup products, avoid them. Preventing dryness around the eyes can also be very helpful in reducing swelling.

If dryness is your problem, a lightweight, fragrance-free moisturizer will help. Be certain the moisturizer does not contain any irritating ingredients that could make matters worse. If you have time in the morning, place cool compresses on the eyes; if you don't have time, leave your moisturizer in the refrigerator to apply when you wake up.

Sleeping with your head slightly elevated and making sure that your neck has the support it needs can help prevent fluid retention. Alcohol consumption and a diet high in salt can cause water retention and increase puffiness around the eyes.

Contact lenses can cause irritation and swelling, so be sure that you are wearing the most comfortable type for your vision correction. Many of the same things that cause bloodshot eyes can also make the area around your eyes puffy.

Reducing Puffy Eye Syndrome
When your eyes are puffy, put cucumbers or wet tea leaves on them for fifteen minutes and then the puff is gone!
Exercise will help your overall circulation including your renal circulation and will aid in elimination of water which results in reducing the puffy eyes.
Treating Puffy Eye Syndrome
Try some eye cream.
Tap your skin gently where puffy, sometimes this can help encourage the built up fluid to drain more easily.
Apply a cool pack to your eyes, which can help reduce puffiness.
Try placing cucumbers or grated potato slices on your eyes, which can help reduce swelling.
Try soaking a cloth in cold milk and placing pads over your eyes for 10 minutes. This can help brighten dark circles under the eye and also help reduce puffiness.
Keep drinking water until you simply can't stand it anymore. Avoid beverages with artificial sweeteners that can make puffiness and bloating worse.
Be sure you are getting plenty of sleep during the evening, as too little sleep may contribute to puffiness.
Try a little hemorrhoid cream right under your eyes if you need to go out in public, as this may help reduce temporary swelling quickly.
Try an ice pack. Usually cold conditions help reduce swelling.
Be sure you wear UV sunglasses during the day. Sometimes excessive exposure to the sun or an unexpected sunburn can contribute to puffiness and leave you feeling bloated and dehydrated the next day.
Swollen Eyes and puffy eyes causes and treatments
This may be caused by many reasons: lack of sleep. undernourishment, allergy etc., making the eyes appear quite swollen. First of all such persons must drink a lot of water. Apart from it, munch a big potato and put the frozen pulp on each eye for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Also, if you want. you can also put the pieces of cold and frozen potato pieces on your eyes.

Another treatment is using the frozon concocton of the calomile flowers and soaking it in a cotton pad put them on your eyes for about half-an hour. This also reduces the poped up eyes syndrome.

Follicular Impetigo

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Synonym: Bockhart's Impetigo

It is characterized by staphylococcal infection of the superficial part of the hair follicles and the perifollicular area giving rise to the formation of follicular pustules covered by tiny yellowish crusts.

Infection spreads from one hair follicle to another, producing multiple but discrete lesions which are usually found on the legs, thighs, forearms and the pubic area. There is no scarring, and the hair is not shed after the lesions have healed, unless the infection has descended into the hair follicles and produced furunculoses.

Occasionally, follicular impetigo follows the local application of irritant me (curial and tar preparations or croton oil on hairy regions.

Treatment of Follicular Impetigo
Treatment is similar to that employed for impetigo contagiosa.

Psoriasis Scalp Treatment and cure at home info and articles

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Psoriasis is a chronic recurring skin disease. The scope of the disease can vary considerably, from mild outbreaks where the person may not even be aware they have psoriasis, to severe cases which can be socially disabling and, in rare instances, life-threatening.

In principle, people of all ages can get psoriasis, but the early onset form of the disease is mostly seen in 16 to 22 year-olds and the late onset form strikes those between the ages of 50 and 60.
Psoriasis is derived from the Greek word 'psora', which means itch. Around two per cent of the population have psoriasis to a greater or lesser degree.

It generally appears as patches of raised red skin covered by a flaky white buildup. In certain kinds of psoriasis, it also has a pimple-ish (pustular psoriasis) or burned (erythrodermic) appearance.

Psoriasis can also cause intense itching and burning.

It is thought that the underlying problem is that new skin cells are produced too quickly and rise to the surface before the old skin cells have had time to die off and be scrubbed away.
The result of this overproduction of skin cells is red and raised patches on the skin.

Psoriasis is not contagious.

What are the Causes of Psoriasis?
Researchers believe the immune system sends faulty signals that speed up the growth cycle in skin cells. Certain genes have been identified as being linked to psoriasis.
It appears, however, that a genetic tendency needs to be triggered off by such things as injury, throat infection, certain drugs and physical and emotional stress.
Research is beginning to unravel the genetic aspects and in time it should be possible to identify those who have a tendency to psoriasis before they actually develop signs.
If one parent has psoriasis the chances of a child developing it is around 15%. However if both parents have psoriasis the chances increase to around 75%.

What are the different types of psoriasis?
There are five different types of psoriasis. They are as follows:

Plaque psoriasis - most common type.
Guttate psoriasis
Inverse
Erythrodermic
Pustular psoriasis
Diagnosis of psoriasis
It is based upon:

The family history of psoriasis
The typical distribution of the lesions on the csalp, elbows, knees, the front of the legs, back and nails.
Typical histopathology
Little or no itching
Well-defined, non-indurated, dry, erythematous areas with silvery, layer-upon-layer sealing.
History of previous attacks and seasonal variations of the disease.
The candle-grease sign, Koebner's phenomenon and pin-point bleeding upon removal of the scale (Auspitz sign)
What are the treatments available for Psoriasis?
A doctor-particularly a dermatologist-can provide guidance in selecting the right treatment. The traditional approach is to start with the least potent treatments (topicals, phototherapy) and move to stronger ones (such as methotrexate or biologics) until a satisfactory combination of results and risks is found.
The goal is to find a treatment that has the best results and the fewest side effects.

Prescription creams, ointments, lotions and gels (also called topical medicines) that you put on the affected areas are often used to treat psoriasis.
Your doctor may tell you to put your medicine on the areas of psoriasis before you go to bed and then cover the areas with plastic wrap (such as Saran Wrap).
If you don't respond to any of these treatments, your doctor may prescribe a new medicine that is given as an injection. This new medication is used for moderate to severe cases of psoriasis.

Special shampoos are used for psoriasis on the scalp. In more severe cases, medicines are taken in pill form. Other treatments include a special type of ultraviolet light therapy.

Sunlight can help psoriasis, but be careful not to stay in the sun too long. A sunburn can make your psoriasis worse. You should use a sunscreen on the parts of your skin that aren't affected by psoriasis. It's especially important to put sunscreen on your face.

Barnacles of Aging Pictures, Skin Disease

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Barnacles of Aging is known as Seborrheic keratoses. These are the spots or skin growth which typically appears during the adult phase of life and are generally not harmful.

The term aging appears in the name since it is related to aging. Because of the ugly appreance, many a women hate this and are concerned a lot about them. It is characterised by varied levels and degree of pigmentation.

Causes of Barnacles of Aging ( Seborrheic keratoses )
The cause of the Barnacles of Aging is unknown. We do not know the exact cause of seborrheic keratoses. However, almost everybody will eventually develop at least a few of these growths. They are sometimes referred to as "barnacles of old age." These become more common and more numerous with advancing age.

Diagnosis
The doctor will diagnose the growths by inspecting each with a magnifying glass and a bright light. A biopsy is done when it is difficult to distinguish between the seborrheic keratoses and skin cancer because of the color.

Even though the Barnacles of Aging is unattractive, they pose no real threat to your health. There is no reason to be alarmed unless they itch or become very large. You may consider removing them when they grow on the facial area. The procedure is simple and local anesthetic can be used to reduce pain. The healing process takes a while and you will have some scars left.

Impetigo Information - Bullous Impetigo in adult and child

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Impetigo is a highly infectious skin disease most common in children. It presents as weeping, exudative areas with a typical honey-coloured crust on the surface. It is spread by direct contact. The term 'scrum pox' is impetigo spread between rugby players. Occasionally this infection can cause blistering ('bullous impetigo') due to bacterial toxins. Staphylococcus aureus is implicated in over 90% of cases but rarely group A Streptococcus can be responsible. Therefore skin swabs should always be taken. Also check out the Impetigo Symptoms

Impetigo is dealt with through the use of antimicrobials, supported by alternatives and tonics with external applications of a lotion of echinacea, marigold, myrrh and wild indigo, which can be used to combat the infection and help to rebuild ecological barriers. Scrupulous hygiene and a wholesome diet are essential.

Treatment of Impetigo
Localized disease is treated with topical fusidic acid (three times daily) and the antiseptic povidone iodine for 1 week. Extensive disease is treated with oral antibiotics for 7-10 days (flucloxacillin 500 mg four times daily for Staphylococcus; penicillin V 500 mg four times daily for Streptococcus ). Other close contacts should be examined and children should avoid school for 1 week after starting therapy. If impetigo appears resistant to treatment or recurrent, take nasal swabs and check other family members. Nasal mupirocin (three times daily for 1 week) is useful to eradicate nasal carriage. Its use in hospitals should be avoided if possible.

In adults, local measures are usually enough, except in extensive cases and ecthyma. Septran (P) or broad-spectrum antibiotics by mouth should be given in such cases.

In infants, penicillin injections or broad-spectrum antibiotics by mouth are given as a routine. This procedure has reduced the mortality rate considerably. As for local measures, blisters are aspirated aseptically, the flaccid roofs clipped away and the raw surface by soframycin (P) cream.

The treatment must be continued until all the lesions have healed up completely and have stayed so, for at least a week.

Home Remedies for Eye Stye Treatment and Prevention- How To treat a Stye?

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What is eye stye?
A stye is a small boil on the eyelid. It may look quite alarming if the eye closes up, but homeopathic treatment usually brings a response. A Stye is a common infection of the hair follicle of an eyelash, resembling a sore similar to a boil or a pimple in the gland at the edge of the eyelid which leads to blockage of the hair follicles that may become swollen, nuisance and painful to the touch.

Styes may be treated by making a decoction (prepared from the roots, seeds, stems and other parts of the plants that are boiled in water) of eyebright and chamomile, to help reduce the inflammation. Marigold can be taken internally to stimulate the lymphatic system.

What are causes of eye stye
This disease appears due to debilitated condition of the system. A diagnosis by a physician is not required but advisable because a chalazion can be mistaken for a stye. Chalazion is a non-bacterial lump on the eyelid caused by a blocked mucous gland under the eye. Your physician may examine your eyelid to determine the cause of the infection. This condition may also appear as result from blocking of the gland by dirt or due to error of refraction.

Symptoms of eye stye
Sometimes, the infection disappears quickly, without forming into a red swelling. But other styes worsen rapidly until the eyelid swells up. In the final stages, the stye will burst and discharge pus, causing the eyelid to stick together during the night in severe cases.

-pain in the eye or eyelid, especially when blinking or to the touch

-redness of the eyelid itself

-blurred vision of the affected eye

-swelling of the eyelid

Stye Treatment - How to get rid of a stye?
Treatment is usually either medical or surgical. Particularly for small ones, medical treatment may be advisable. Oral antibiotics are rarely helpful in most cases since this is an inflammation of the gland, not an infection. However, antibiotic/cortisone drops or ointment can be helpful to keep the bacteria count of the eyelid down and decrease the swelling of the eyelid. The BEST treatment for this is HOT compresses to the eyelid. Wrap a hot washcloth in Saran Wrap to keep the heat in the washcloth and place it over your eyelid as often as you possibly can. The lesion often will "come to a head" and drain out. If this doesn't happen, you should consider surgical drainage by a simple office procedure. Sometimes, the chalazion is so large that medical treatment is not advised and immediate drainage is required. You should be evaluated by your eye care specialist before starting any treatment. Also, recurrent chalazia/styes can be a sign of a very rare eyelid tumor and should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist.

Home Remedies To Treat A Eye Stye.
Boil 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds with a cupful of water like an herbal tea preparation to wash the eyes 3-4 times a day.
Boil a handful of acacia leaves in two cups of water. Make a decoction and use as a compress on the eyelids. It reduces swelling and pain. Helps to get rid of a stye.
1 teaspoon of turmeric in 2 cups of water until it reduces in half. Cool and strain 4-5 times through a fine muslin. Apply as eye drops 3-4 times a day.
Guava leaves, warmed and placed on a warm damp cloth, and then used as a compress, reduce the redness, pain and swelling.
Slit an aloe leaf lengthwise and place the pulpy side on the sore eye.

Furunculosis - Furuncles (Boils) Treatment, Cause and picture of boil

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Furunculosis is a condition familiar to every one. A furuncle or boil is a deep-seated septic affection of the hair follicle in which the hair rootis completely destroyed and comes out as the core of the boil. Multiple boils are given the anme of furunculoses. A carbuncle is a big conglomeration of boils, the inflammation spreading from one follicle to another under the epidermis. The intervening corium is destroyed and pus is discharged through multiple holes.

Boils are a rather more deep-seated infection of the skin, often caused by Staphylococcus. They can cause painful red swellings. They are commoner in teenagers and often recurrent. Recurrent boils may rarely occur in diabetes mellitus or in immunosuppression. Large boils are sometimes called 'carbuncles'.

Causes of Furunculosis
The causative organism in these conditions is Staphylococcus aureus, less frequent other staphylococci. Furunculosis is a common skin problem, very prevalent in the tropics. It is more common in the summer, especially the monsoon season. Maceration of the skin, dusty and dirty environments, and the ingestion of too many carbohydrates, predispose to furunculoses. The eating of too many mangoes has a similar effects (mango boil). A stye is a boil around an eyelash.

Treatment of Furunculosis (Furuncles)
Treatment is with oral antibiotics (e.g. erythromycin 500 mg four times daily for 10-14 days) and occasionally incision and drainage. Antiseptics such as povidone iodine, chlorhexidine (as soap) and a bath oil (e.g. Oilatum plusT) can be useful in prophylaxis.

In acute cases, the treatment consists of:

Surgical incision only when the boil is ripe.
Course of Septran (P) or penicillin or broad-spectrum antibiotics.
Removal or correction of the predisposing cause.
Applying an atiseptic locally and dressing the affected part. Kaolin poultice helps to ripen the boil.
In chronic cases the treatment of furunculosis consists of:

Chemotherapy is unnecessary. Locally, gentian violet or brilliant green 1% in 75% spirit, or lotio acid tannici may be used.
Tannic acid -- 5 gms
Spt. methylated indust. -- 60 cc.
Liquor hydrarg perchlor 1 in 1000 to 100 cc.
They tend to harden the skin. Magnesium sulphate pastes and hot fomentation are strongly contra-indicated.
Diet - Carbohydrates and fats should be cut down and extra proteins, fresh fruits and vegetables added.
Autogenous or stock vaccines or staphylococcal toxoid.
Improvement of general health - A holiday by the seashore has cleared up many an intractable case. Sunbathing, tonics, UVR exposures and sulphur spring baths are also beneficial.
Course of Stannoxyl (P) or Collosal manganese (P). These tend to increase the resistance against infections by increasing the phagocytic co-efficient. Septilin (P) has similar effect.
Course of fractional X-ray therapy in case of localized chronic furunculoses.

Acne Rosacea skin care - Rosacea cure and treatment

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Rosacea is a common inflammatory rash predominantly affecting the face. The onset is usually in middle age and it is commoner in women. It often causes significant psychological distress.

Cause of Rosacea
The cause is unknown. Theories have suggested an underlying problem in vasomotor stability of blood vessels or a role for the skin mite Demodex but there is little evidence to confirm these speculations.

Rosacea Symptoms - Clinical features and trigger of Rosacea
The cardinal features are of facial flushing, inflammatory papules and pustules affecting the nose, forehead and cheeks. The flushing may precede the other signs by some years. There are no comedones. Additional features may include dilated blood vessels (telangiectasia), inflammation of the eyelid margins (blepharitis), keratitis and sebaceous gland hypertrophy especially of the nose. The latter is commoner in men and can cause a disfiguring enlargement of the nose called rhinophyma. The flushing may be exacerbated by alcohol, hot drinks, sunlight and changes in ambient temperature. Prolonged use of topical steroids can exacerbate or trigger the condition. As the disease progresses, the flushing may be replaced by a permanent erythema.

Treatment of Rosacea - Laser and Vitamins and Diet care
This is suppressive rather than curative. Long-term use of topical 0.075% metronidazole may help. Avoid topical steroids. A 3-month course of oral tetracycline (500 mg twice daily) is also helpful. Oral metronidazole (400 mg twice daily) or oral isotretinoin (0.5-1 mg/kg/day) is occasionally given in resistant cases. The papules and pustules tend to respond best to therapy but repeat courses may be necessary. The flushing and erythema are often resistant to treatment; cosmetic camouflage can be helpful. Rhinophyma can be treated with plastic surgery or by carbon dioxide laser.

Blackheads Removal - treatment, cause and cure for blackhead

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Blackheads are formed when oil collects and hardens in the pores of the skin. Oily skin not only attracts the dirt but also continually sheds the dead cells. Dirt, oil, sweat and stale makeup tend to clog and block the pores. These pores are exposed to the dirt and air, hence, they turn black and are called blackheads.

Treating Blackhead - How to clear Blackheads?
Blackheads are small, dark spots (about the size of a pinhead) caused by a small plug in the opening of a follicle (pore).

Blackheads are so common, yet many of us do know what they are. We know even less about dealing with them. However, they can be controlled and even prevented by taking regular care of the skin.

Blackheads not only appear on the face, but on the back, chest and other areas that are rich in sebaceous glands.

Causes of Blackheads
Blackhead are caused by the overactivity of the oil producing glands of skin. The excess oil collects in the pores of the skin and hardens into plug. Since the pores are open, the tip of the clogged oil is exposed to the air. It oxidises and turns black. Hence, the name blackheads.

It is essential to keep the skin free of blackheads. Not only does it look unsightly, but can also lead to acne. The control of blackheads is one way of preventing acne.

Daily cleansing of the skin, with products that reduces surface oil and also keeps the pores free of blackheads, is absolutely essential. The use of specialized masks would also help. After cleansing and toning the skin, use a good quality moisturizer according to skin type. This protects the skin from the effects of pollutants.

Blackhead extraction is a professional job. Never pick at them or try to remove them yourself. Not only will you damage skin tissue, but cause the skin to get infected, resulting in an acne condition.

Herbal Home Tips for getting rid of blackhead
When you have blackheads wash the face quite often, say 4-5 times in a day, with water.

Home remedy for blackhead remover- natural blackhead remedy

Best way to remove blackhead and pimples

Oily Skin blackhead and acne

Blackhead whiteheads

Facial Skin care for blackhead

Eye Dark Circles Cause, remedy, Treatment and Cure

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Remove dark circle under eyes
Dark circles are dark blemishes around the eyes . There are many etiologies to cause this symptom. Dark Circles are the common problem which is caused by lack of sleep, fatigue, stress, defeciency of vitamin k, by heredity, by bruising, dietary deficiency or disease. It generally easy to spot people with chronic insomnia by the tell tale dark circles around eyes. Sleep is essential to both health and beauty. So is a nutritious balanced diet. If you suffer from insomnia or chronic fatigue, you should consult your doctor. Along with his medical help, you should also follow a daily routine of external care.

Home remedy for dark circles
2 tsp of grated potato juice, 2 tsp of grated cucumber juice, 2 tsp of oatmeal powder, 1 tsp of almond oil: Mix all, place on a cotton wool on each eye covering the lower eye area and lie down for 5 mins.

Dark Circles and Puffy Eyes

Cause for puffy eyes

I am suffering from dark circles from many years, but when i had change my daily lifestyle and maintain a regular sleep - it helps me a lot.

Enlarged Pore - enlarged pore treatment

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Enlarged pores is usually results in a skin due to the overactivity of the sebaceous glands. Oil is secreted by the glands through the pores of the skin, causing the pores to get clogged when the oil hardness. The pores are thus stretched and lose their natural resilience. Excesssive secretion of oil and clogging of the pores, over a period of time, thicken them and make them enlarged. the skin begins to look coarse and loses its smooth, porcelain quality.

If you have an oily skin, it is important to keep the pores free of sebum. This can be done by deep pore cleansing with cleansing grains. Regular cleansing and use of products that reduces surface grease, help to refine the pores. Skin toning with rose based skin tonic is essential. Keep the skin tonic in refriferator, in a bowl, with a cotton wool pads soaking in it. Wipe your skin with it several times during the day and also pat your skin briskly with it. Rose extract help to close the pores and improve skin texture.

Homemade remedies for enlarged pores

To take care of enlarged skin pores you need lemon juice and orange juice. Mix the juices and apply on all over face in upward and outward stokes. Wash it after 10 minutes. This is also a good facial mask for oily skin.

Whiteheads Removing - How to get rid of Whiteheads?

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What are whiteheads?
The whiteheads appear in the form of tiny, pearly white raised spots. They are common in the area just above the cheekbones, where the skin is fine. On oily skins, they may appear as part of a problem skin condition, along with blackheads, pimples and acne.

Causes of Whiteheads
Whiteheads are caused by the accumulation of hardened sebum or oil, in the pores of the skin. Where the skin is fine and delicate, the clogged sebum is not exposed to the air. In other words. the pores are not open. Oxidation does not take place, as in the case of blackheads.

Understanding the difference between blackheads and whiteheads
These are worm like mass of hardened sebum appearing most frequently on the face, forehead and the nose. Blackheads always accompany pimples and often occur during the teens. Whiteheads are cause by the accumulation of sebaceous matter beneath the skin. They occur on different parts of the face, neck, chest and the shoulders. Whiteheads are usually associated with fine textured and often dry skin. Make sure, a sterilized implement, known as blackhead extractor is used for removing blackheads.

Removing Whiteheads - tips on whitehead removal
Follow these remedies in case you suffer from frequent whiteheads:

Wash the skin 3 times a day with medicated soap, if the skin is greasy.
Have a balanced diet. Do not take fried foods, chocolates, pastries, spices and aerated drinks.
Unclogs skin pores by steaming and applying face pack.
Remove stale make-up before going to bed at night.

Facial Rash: facial skin rash

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Facial rashes often cause diagnostic confusion but a close examination of the clinical signs should help differentiate the underlying cause. All facial rashes, by virtue of their visibility, can cause significant distress to the patient and this should never be underestimated. The location, appearance and color of a rash will help your doctor make the diagnosis. Skin rashes come in all forms and sizes. Some are raised bumps; others are flat red blotches. Some are itchy blisters; other are patches of rough skin. Most rashes are harmless and clear up on their own within a few days. A few may need medical attention. The skin is one of the first areas of the body to react when exposed to something you or your child is allergic to.

Check out the clinical features and causes of facial rashes:
Causes of facial rashes
Acne vulgaris Perioral dermatitis
Rosacea Photosensitivity
Seborrhoeic Eczema Sarcoidosis
Atopic Eczema Chronic discoid lupus erythematosus
Contact Eczema Systemic lupus erythematosus
Dermatomyositis Subacute lupus erythematosus

Skin rashes causes redness or inflammation; Skin lesion; Rubor; Skin rash; Erythema which changes the color or texture of your skin. Often, the cause of a rash can be determined from its visible characteristics and other symptoms.

Seborrheic dermatitis is a rash that appears in patches of redness and scaling around the eyebrows, eyelids, mouth, nose, the trunk, and behind the ears. If it happens on your scalp, it is called dandruff in adults and cradle cap in infants.

Self-Care Tips for Treat Heat Rash:
Put corn starch in body creases (inside elbows, etc).
Take a bath in cool water, without soap, every couple of hours.
Don't use ointments and creams that can block the sweat gland pores.
Let your skin air-dry.
Apply calamine (not Caladryl) lotion to the very itchy spots.
Stay in a cool, dry area.

Mineral make up - Bare Essential, Wholesale, best and free mineral make up

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What are Mineral Make up?
Mineral makeup is actually made from mineral elements from the earth's minerals. It contains a combination of ingredients such as zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, bismuth oxychloride, iron oxides and others. These minerals are mixed with other inorganic pigments to get the right color.

Mineral Make-up is made exclusively from micronized minerals that have natural healing qualities. These exceptionally silky textured minerals give long lasting coverage with a lightweight natural feel, not the "powdery" look caused by talc-based products.

Advantages of Mineral Make up
The natural minerals give long lasting coverage. Mineral Make up gives a lightweight natural feel that allows your skin to breathe, unlike talc-based products that can clog pores and damage skin.

Mineral Make-up is talc-free, fragrance-free, dye-free, cruelty-free and non-comedogenic. Mineral Makeup forms a protective barrier on your skin while still allowing your skin to breath. Mineral Make up is suitable for all skin types and promote certain types of healing.

Precautions while using Mineral Make up
The Mineral Make-up Products should be used very sparingly. Please note that they are extremely intense and only require a small amount of product. Using the residue from the cap or lid will be plenty to start. If this is your first time using a mineral makeup, have patience.

You will know if you have over applied if the powder is sitting in your fine facial lines, or if your face looks cakey. You will know if you have applied the powder too soon after your moisturizer if you have a streaky appearance or again, if it's too cakey.

Teens Beauty and Make up Tips

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Except for parties teenagers should use makeup most sparingly. Not every teenage girl will win the Miss America contest or become a famous movie star, but most teens and young women do have one thing in common - they want to feel beautiful! Women of all ages spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars on beauty magazines and products in order to achieve that special look.

Powder helps in mixing and setting your foundation right and also adds a natural glow to your skin. Use loose powder since it gives an even finish and the excess is easy to remove. However compressed powder is easy to carry around so girls find that handy.

Keep your make-up light for school. You don't need to use make-up on every facial feature you have! Mix and match to find out what looks best on you. As a first step to any successful makeup, always start with your complexion: erase imperfections. First test a foundation color by applying a thin line of color to the jaw line. This will allow you to compare color to the skin on the face as well as the neck to avoid any obvious differences.

The color should blend perfectly with your skin tone. If you're going to use an eyeliner, a pencil liner looks more natural than liquid liner. Black/Brown mascara and eyeliner flatters most faces, blondes, brunettes, and redheads. Black is usually too harsh, especially for blondes. Pinks and peaches blush tones compliment almost any skin tone. Apply to the apple of your cheeks and blend outwards, towards your hairline.

Blusher gives your face warmth and makes it livelier. But use it properly since blush used at wrong places might give quite funny looks. For example if you use blush too near to your nose, it will draw your face inwards. If you want to make your eyes appear wide the just sweep some blush outwards. If you want a chiselled look dab some under your cheekbones.

Indian Bridal Make up Tips and Application

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A bride should be beautiful and not overdone. It is love that makes her beautiful and not the makeup artist. She's the star and has to look like a dream, her face translucent, soft and glowing. .Never forget that a compact powder and lipstick must always be carried by a relative for a quick touch up

A day before the wedding the palm and feet of the bride are decorated with "henna", in the mehandi ceremony. A canopy or mandapa decorated with flowers is erected at the place of wedding. On the wedding day the bride and groom are anointed with turmeric in their respective homes.

Apply translucent powder with a pinkish undertone and spread evenly all over the face to obtain a matte effect, paying careful attention to the forehead, nose and chin. Check the front and profile of your face, as they are equally important.

The eyes are always very important, as they are a reflection of the soul. They are the focus of the face. Use a brown eyeshadow for softness and white makeup to lift. Apply a dark tone at the outer corner of the eyes and blend with white to make grey. White and black make-up is the safest to use, as almost anyone can carry it off.

Always concentrate on the mouth, before the cheeks to give the intensity of the face. Use a contour lipstick to define the lips in the same harmony as the lipstick. Use a long lasting product and color lip in full.

Prom Makeup Tips: How to apply prom make up

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For a very dramatic look, try some shimmer on the face and eye. Use Flash powder to add shimmer.

Trying out a celebrity's look is a great idea for prom because changes are a professional makeup artist perfected the look just so you can copy it.

You'll have those prom pictures for years, so don't forget these 3 things: apply liner & lipstick with a mirror before you pose and powder your oily areas.

Select a foundation that is one shade lighter than your own, and gently place around the eye area or any other area with deepening lines.
This is important, because you don't want your regular foundation welling in those lines, looking darker, and emphasizing the lines you're attempting to hide. You, too, can be picture perfect if you select the correct makeup.

Add some shimmer powder on the high points of the face.

Use three complimenting colors on the eyes and blend, blend, blend.

Using a lip pencil (not too dark), draw just outside your natural lip line. Then, fill in with the color of your choice all the way to the lip's edge. Now, place a little shade of white glimmer stick right in the center of each lip, top and bottom.

If you want to play up your eyes, go all out with liner, shadow, mascara & even false eyelashes

Eyelash/ Eyebrow Dye Tips: Hair Dye and tint for Eyebrow

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The Food and Drug Administration today reissued its long-standing warning against "permanent" eyebrow and eyelash dyeing. The Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938 prohibits the marketing of hair dyes for eyelash and eyebrow tinting or dyeing because this practice has been known to cause severe eye injuries and even blindness.

These dyes should not be confused with temporary coloring products used around the eyes - such as mascara, eye shadow, eyebrow pencils and eye liners - which can be used safely.

FDA's new warning was prompted by a recent report from the New York City area of an injury possibly associated with eyebrow and eyelash tinting. An informal FDA survey of beauty salon advertisements in the Washington, D.C., area following the report from New York indicates that some establishments are promoting "permanent" eyebrow and eyelash dyeing or tinting services.

Consumers should be aware that there are no natural or synthetic color additives approved by FDA for dyeing or tinting eyelashes and eyebrows -- either for use in beauty salons or in the home. In fact, the law requires all hair dye products to include instructions for performing patch tests before use to identify for possible allergic reactions, and to carry warnings about the dangers of applying these products to eyebrows and eyelashes.

Eyebrow Dye Information and Tips on Eyebrow Dye
Always go for Vitamin E, B5 and keratin protein condition brows.

Eye Lash: Eye Lash extension - Eye Lash tinting

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The secret to perfect lashes is choosing the right mascara - one that not only lengthens and defines but also has the power to condition and strengthen. Healthy lashes are thick, long and strong and need just a coat of mascara to emphasize them.

Do eye lashes grow?
Losing an eye lash here and there happens to all of us. It is perfectly normal to lose one or two eyelashes. A new eye lash will grow back in the hair follicle and replace the old one. As a person ages their eyelashes tend to thin out, this is normal process. But, some people lose eye lashes in clumps and they do not grow back. If this happens suddenly, you may be feeling confused and afraid.

Eyelash Tinting
There are no natural or synthetic color additives (or coloring agents) approved by the FDA for dyeing or tinting eyelashes and eyebrows-either in beauty salons or in the home.

Eye lash loss - Lashes falling out
It is natural for lashes to shed and re-grow, but if you are noticing bald spots along your lash line, you may need to change some of your cleansing habits. Do not wipe off eye makeup. Wiping and pulling at the eyes can pull out lashes. Do not rub your eyes, especially when you are wearing mascara. Also, do not overuse mascara. It is also possible that the eyelash loss could be attributed to the presence of a mite called D. folliculorum.

Long eye lash and false eye lashes
Although there is not a miracle product available to make lashes grow longer, stronger, or thicker, you can make the most of what you have by choosing the appropriate mascara and, if needed, lash primer.

Eyelash Dye
The only safe solution for making lashes and brows more visible is to use mascara on the eyelashes and shade your eyebrows, either with an eyeshadow that matches your hair color, an eyebrow pencil, or a brow mascara.

No one should ever dye her eyelashes or eyebrows. An allergic reaction to the dye could prompt swelling, inflammation, and susceptibility to infection in the eye area. These reactions can severely harm the eye and even cause blindness.

Tips on eyelash:
Use a soft brush to apply a little Almond oil on your eye-lashes before you retire. This application would make your eye-lashes longer.

Completely remove makeup with some of the best makeup removers available online.

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Makeup removers are very important for clean and glowing skin.

Choose a oil based eye make up remover to clear away every trace of eye makeup from this delecate area which is prone to dryness. Use a cotton bud to remove ant stubborn traces. Splash with cool water afterwards to rinse away any excess oil. Choose a creamy cleanser which will melt away dirt and make-up from the surface of your skin. Use gentle upward movements to prevent stretching the skin and encouraging lines.

Most women with normal skin should use a cleanser at night to remove makeup, cellular debris and the grime of the day. Although a rinse-off cleanser will cut through most face makeup, eye makeup can be a lot harder to remove and requires a product with a lot of oil. Makeup removers or cosmetic make up remover is a must to have around.

Eye Make-up Removers
Ordinary cleansers are not usually sufficient to remove stubborn eye makeup, which is why these product are so useful. If you wear waterproof mascara check that the product you use is designed to remove it.

Removing eye makeup:
Dab a little eye make-up remover on to two cotton wool pads. Never use tissue on eyes.

Using one pad for each eye (to avoid the spread of infection). Hold it against your lashes for a few seconds to dissolve the make-up.
Supporting the skin by placing the fingers of your opposite hand on your brow, stroke in towards your nose and down from your eyebrow. Don't move the pad up and out as you will pull the skin in the wrong direction.
Clean healthy skin, free of dirt & oil with makeup removers, solvent and rinse off by Clinique, Estee Lauder, Lancome, Bobby Brown and more...
By removing your makeup regularly your skin will look healthy and will protect its natural tone.

Step-by-Step Guide on how to apply makeup - Best makeup tricks to make you look at your best

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This is the basics of make-up application. There are many colors and tools to experiment. Find your look and remember, applying make-up is an art which makes you look your best.

Start with a clean face.

Apply the foundation with your fingers or a Q-tip in dots in areas of your face. With a cosmetic sponge, spread the foundation until it is well-blended into the skin. Be sure to check and make sure that you do not have any lines showing underneath the chin area.

Next, you will need to apply concealer to any blemishes or under-eye circles that you may have. You can use a shade lighter than you skin-tone. When applying concealer to the undereye area, pat gently into the skin and do not rub. Using your finger, pat the concealer into the skin on the blemish areas also until you can no longer see the concealer.

Now it is time to set the previous applications by applying translucent face powder. Get out a big, fluffy powder brush and dip it into some loose facial powder. You can then apply the powder over your entire face.

Use a lip pencil to outline the lips and make them stand out. The next step will be to apply lipstick with a lip brush. A lip brush makes the lipstick look professionally applied. If you put the lipstick on first, it will set the scene for applying your other make up.

Apply a neutral color eye shadow over the lid and up to the eyebrow. Next put a lighter shade on the brow bone and blend it in. Use a blending brush to sweep softly over the lid to blend the shadow in well. Next, apply the eye liner. The best way to line the eye be to use an eye pencil and draw a line underneath the lashes. Take a Q-tip or a liner pencil and blend the liner to get a smoky affect. Last of all, pay special attention to your eyelashes. Use an eyelash curler and curl the lashes for a few seconds. This will open up your eyes and make them look more beautiful than ever. At this point, apply a coat of mascara to the upper lashes and then the lower lashes. A second coat may be used but let the first coat dry first.

Blush colour should match the colour of your cheeks after exercise. When selecting colours (particularly foundation) this should be done in daylight to give you the truest picture.

Always blend your make up in well to avoid streaks. Make sure you cleanse your face well before applying any makeup, this ensures an even look all over. Keep brushes clean by washing them in warm water and soap. It is worth investing in a selection of good quality brushes as this will save you time and effort in the long run. Do not use any make up that you have had for over 2 years - it is a false economy and will be hard if not impossible to achieve a natural look.

Waterproof Makeup - Waterproof body make up product

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Why you need Waterproof make up?
When your goal is to apply your eye makeup once and forget about it until it's time to take it off again, it's hard to go past waterproof makeup, and the new ranges of "budge-proof" eye makeup.

Both forms of cosmetics are designed to stay put for much longer without smudging.

Best tips on Waterproof make up
Mascara has to be the biggest culprit when it comes to smudging and smearing.
Waterproof mascara can usually be relied upon not to run and leave you with black marks under your eyes, which will emphasise any dark circles and tiny lines.
Although waterproof mascara requires a custom-designed eye makeup remover, it is well worth the trouble of using such a product.
When we need Waterproof makeup?
When we are exposed to excessive moisture or heat, your eye makeup is under threat.
The weather will certainly affect the staying power of your eye makeup.
Rain, humidity and dry heat are all extreme climatic conditions which will really challenge the staying power of even the highest quality waterproof mascara.

Blush on - Blusher Applying techniques - How to apply blush?

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Where does the natural blush come from? Blood vessels which lie directly under the skin. When we are aroused, embarrassed, excited, or active, these blood vessels enlarge, allowing a greater amount of blood flow to the skin. The result of this is visible as flushed cheeks.

Many types of blushers are available, but powder blushers are probably most popular. This is because they are easier to apply and blend. In warm, humid weather too, powder blushers are more convenient. Cream type or gels may be better for dry skins. They can give the skin a natural sheen. However, they may be more difficult to apply and blend and would need more practice.

Apply the blusher with a brush, on the cheek, in the shape of a triangle, tapering towards the temples. Blend it outwards and upwards. No lines of demarcation should be visible. It should not have a harsh effect, but rather lend the face a warm, soft glow.
You can also try contouring your cheeks with a blusher, but this needs more skill. Apply the blusher in the hollow of your cheek, blending upwards and outwards, towards the middle of your ear. Using a lighter colour, highlight the cheek bones, blending upwards towards the temples.

If you have sallow skin, avoid browns and orangish tones. Try rose,
russet, coral or pink.

Many women like to use the blusher at the end, after applying lip
stick, as they use it to balance their make-up.

Best Smoky Eyes Look Tips, How to Get Smokey eyes Look

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Eye makeup tips often include advice on creating a smokey look. Some suggest black eye cosmetics, but you can try a slightly lighter shade of eye makeup like coffee or chocolate brown. Lining your eyes with charcoal black eyeliner can make eyes look very small. Perhaps just lining the outer corners of your eyes would enhance the smokey look. Try both and see which you prefer.

Eye makeup tips often include advice on creating a smokey look. Some suggest black eye cosmetics, but you can try a slightly lighter shade of eye makeup like coffee or chocolate brown. Lining your eyes with charcoal black eyeliner can make eyes look very small. Perhaps just lining the outer corners of your eyes would enhance the smokey look. Try both and see which you prefer.

Eye makeup tips often include advice on creating a smokey look. Some suggest black eye cosmetics, but you can try a slightly lighter shade of eye makeup like coffee or chocolate brown. Lining your eyes with charcoal black eyeliner can make eyes look very small. Perhaps just lining the outer corners of your eyes would enhance the smokey look. Try both and see which you prefer.

Tips on how to do Smokey eye makeup?
Remember to keep lips nude. When applying strong makeup (like smoky eyes or red lips) put the focus on either eyes or lips, never both.
Apply white translucent powder below the eye and dust off after applying eye makeup. It will catch any fallen shadow.
For a bit of fun, try a blue or purple mascara. It will make blue eyes "pop."
Liner doesn't have to come in pencil form. Makeup experts know eyeshadows make some of the best eyeliners. To do this take an eyeliner brush, wet it, then dab wet brush into the dark shadow. This allows for a deep, precise line. You can also use the dark shadows without wetting brush first. Either way, eyeliner is necessary for smoky eye.
The key to the perfect smoky eye is proper blending. You want to make sure colors are blended together flawlessly.

False Eyelashes - How to apply false eyelashes ?

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You can have a glamourous look with false eyelashes. Whether you apply a few singles to create a subtle change or full lashes for optimal drama, practice first - since it is a tricky thing to do and act as a beauty enhancer.

How to apply false eyelashes?
Before you apply the lashes, line your upper lash line with a
mahogany eyeliner and smudge it slightly to create a smoky effect. This will help to conceal the lashband.
Apply the glue to your finger, lightly pull the lashband through it, and wait a moment. With individual lashes, dip the end of the lash in the glue.
Apply the false lashes as close to your natural lash line as possible; press the lash down for a few seconds on the outside of the eye.
With individual lashes, apply them to the outside corners of the eye and work your way toward your nose.
For the most natural look, all you need is a few individual lashes per eye.
After you've applied the false lashes, curl them along with your real lashes and apply mascara
Tips on how to apply false eyelashes
Remove false eyelashes before you go to bed, using a warm compress or makeup remover.
After wearing full lashes, soak them in eyelash-cleaning solution until the next time you wear them.
False eyelashes may be trimmed in width or length to suit your eye size or personal preference. Try original length before cutting.

Lice Infection - How to cure Lice Infection?

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Lice infestation is common among women and school children. Any slackness in cleanliness breeds lice. It's a parasitic grey insect with six feet. It turns brownish after sucking the blood which it does with two small trunk-like whiskers. Long hair are more prone to lice infestation.

Avoid using towels, soap or comb of a person having lice. The adult louse runs from one scalp to another sticking eggs on the hair. The nit can be slid along the hair but not pulled off.

The lice can be killed with a single application of 1% gammabenzine hexachloride or 2% DDT emulsion or 25% benzyl benzoate emulsion. The scalp should be washed after 24 hours and the nits should be carefully removed with a comb as the ova are unaffected by these agents. The treatment may have to be repeated after every ten days.

Body lice (pediculosis corporis) reside in the seams of clothing and not on the skin's surface. The clothes should be thoroughly powdered with 10% DDT powder or should be boiled for 10 to 15 minutes. The itchy skin lesions respond to soothing agents like calamine lotion which should be applied after a hot bath.

Solution for Lice Infection
• An anti-lice oil can be mixed with coconut or mustard oil and 0.2% lindane (BHC) or 0.1% prethrum essence. This oil can be rubbed well into the scalp to kill lice. The ingredients can be purchased from a chemical dealer.

• Mix talcum powder with 0.2% prethrum dust (or add 10% DDT). Sprinkle 1 powder on the hair before going to bed. Rub it vigorously to that it reaches, roots. Cover your eyes, nose and mouth to protect them from the powder .

• Anti-louse lotion, either gamma benzene hexachloride or cream (Lorex Gammexane) or malathion (Prioderma) kills the eggs, which can be removed with a fine-toothed comb. Let it remain for 24 hours.

Beautiful Hair Style - How to get beautiful Hair?

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Beautiful hair acts a vital role in making you look shiny, healthy and well-groomed. This doesn't always come naturally, so it may require a change in your beauty routine. You can give your hair a great shine and help remove soap build up:

Blondes - Add a couple of tablespoons of lemon juice to your rinse water.

For conditioning hair, henna is the best. A henna paste mixed with curd, an egg and lemon juice is an excellent conditioner if left on the hair for about 45 minutes. If you have dry hair, add 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil or coconut oil to the henna paste.

Brunettes and Redheads - Add a couple of tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to your rinse water.

Stir 1 teaspoon of honey into 4 cups (1 quart) warm water. After shampooing, pour the mixture through you hair. Do not rinse out. Dry as normal.

Permanent Hair Removal

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Permanet Hair Removal is one of the most difficult problems to solve, and getting rid of it will often be essential for passing. Anyone who is planning to go full time and is even remotely considering the option of stealth is strongly advised to seek permanent facial hair removal as soon as possible in transition.

Types of permanent hair removal methods
Electrolysis - Electrolysis or electrology is permanent hair removal by the process of inserting a fine, solid, pre-sterilized needle (wire, or probe) into a hair follicle and applying a small amount of electrical current to permanently destroy the hair growth cells.
Electrolysis is an alternative to laser hair removal. Sometimes this is a good choice for candidates that have very light skin and gray hair.
The electrolysis procedure employs a needle that directs electric or radio wave energy to the hair follicle one follicle at a time. The energy destroys the follicle and the hair does not grow back. There may be slight pain associated with this procedure. If after your consultation you find that you are not a candidate for laser hair removal electrolysis may be an alternative.

Apilus Electrolysis - Computerized electrolysis offers hair removal treatment gently and effectively using the Apilus unit by delivering treatment in thousands of milliseconds to create a faster permanent treatment.

Laser - This is removes hair by causing thermal and/or mechanical damage to a hair follicle while sparing surrounding tissues. The popularity of laser hair removal has increasingly grown, prompting many laser manufacturers to conduct research and seek FDA clearance for their lasers for this indication. Lasers cleared for body hair removal are also cleared for facial hair removal.
Light-skinned consumers with dark hair have the best results. Response rates have not been established. Re growth rates have not been accurately established and cannot be predicted due to numerous variables. Generally not as effective on unpigmented (gray) hairs and red or blonde hair.
If you have a darker skin tone, or you tan, lasers must be used very cautiously.
Improper treatment can cause burns, lesions, skin discoloration lasting several months, or patchy/patterned re growth. Can be expensive. Some find treatment painful.

Flashlamp - This is intended to cause thermal and/or mechanical damage to a hair follicle while sparing surrounding tissues.

Thermolysis: This is a relatively new method of removing hair. The process of hair removal is the same as electrolysis. The hair is destroyed by coagulating the papilla (the source of nourishment for hair through the use of heat.

Hip hop hair style - How to make Hip hop hair style?

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A long layered cut is ideal for wild, tightly twisted curls. To style, apply a thickening gel on towel-dried hair, twist and pincurl very small sections. Pin in place and let it dry by itself or under a hood dryer. Remove pincurls and take fingers through hair, turning your head upside down to boost fullness. Finish with hair serum for moisture and gloss.

Cornrows hair style are one of the strongest trends in hip hop. The Cornrows hair style has been around for years and has always gone hand in hand with the freshest styles. You have undoubtedly seen the Cornrows hair style on some of hip hop's biggest superstars.

If you are doing competition dancing, hair style is even more important. Depending on the dance, you'll want a style that matches the spirit of what you're doing. Remember too that you want the judges to watch your dancing, not your hair.

Punk Hair Style - Pictures of punk hairstyles for girls and Guys

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One of the major outer signs that say a person is "punk" is the punk hair style, the only hair style that has lasted over twenty years...

The punk hairstyles has basically stayed the same, with a few changes here and there to fit the times (70's punk, 80's punk, 90's punk and so on). In the 70's, when punk really began to take off, if your hair style was spiked or colored, you were a punk. When the 80's approached, rebellion became something like it never was before, and with the birth of MTV, it was easier to spread the rebel punk hair virus.

Over the past few seasons, punk fashion has transcended from campy to cool. One example of this is the media interest in Kelly Osbourne's eccentric style. The same people who once mocked her for her fashion sense are now clinging onto her bootstraps for advice about how to avoid a fashion faux pas.

Steps for Punk Hairstyle
Put the hair in three ponytails, starting at the middle of the crown and going to the middle of the back.
Wrap one Feather wrap piece around each one of the ponytails. Use the wrap like you would a ponytail holder, twisting it around the ponytail until it is secure. On the second wrap bring your ponytail through halfway so that you own ends blend with the Feather wrap piece. Secure with bobby pins if necessary.
Style the hair forward and spray to create more volume.
Punk Hair Cut and Punk hairstyles

Punk hairstyles are bizarre and colorful. A Mohawk hairstyle is popular with those seeking a punk hairstyle. This type of punk hairstyle is characterized by a shaved scalp with an upright strip of hair running across the crown of the head from the forehead to the nape of the neck. Punk hairstyles are usually sported by members of rebellious counter culture groups. A punk hairstyle - gelled and spiky is often accompanied by leather clothes and various body piercing.

For the Punk Rock Hair Look
For a glam-punk look use a smoothing iron to get root lift staright upwards in small sections. When hair is cooled separate sections with a polishing wax pulling strands down to create a random fringe.

When dressing punk rock style, forget about anything frou-frou, frilly or feminine. Paris Hilton is not your inspiration here girls! Think more along the lines of graphic muscle tees emblazoned with dissident messages such as Rock the System and jeans spray painted with your own personal graffiti.

Another point to remember when dressing like a punk rocker is that you should not ignore colour. Although black is the theme colour, it creates a far more dramatic effect when combined with neon pink, dark turquoise, bright red or royal blue.

Punk rock is all about making your own mark against the restrictions of the establishment - so whatever you choose to wear nzgirls, wear it with individuality and rock on!

Punk Hair Care and Styling Tips
These tips are for longevity in styles, but be warned that it doesn't come out for about a week.

(1) You can use hairspray - White Rain and Freeze Frame hairsprays are both great.

(2) For the little freaks out there, gel is your starting point. Good kind of gel is a big tub of something called La Bella. It costs about $4.50 - beware of cheaper rip offs!! Use the blue and green ones - they are the only ones that don't smell really bad.

(3) Egg whites: these really stink, so don't keep it in without hairspray. Slowly make a hole in the egg with a knife or whatever, and let the clear translucent goop creep out; when you start seeing bright yellow - stop!

(4) Knox Gelatin: this stuff works perfect for about a week, but it stinks like crazy! It is pure protein so it will attract flies if you get it wet. Mix in a bowl that you don't use for anything else. Mix with water, and nuke it for 45-50 seconds. You can find this stuff at the store for like 3 bucks it is the best.

(5) And finally, Elmers glue. This stuff works for people with fine hair or those with curly hair. Pour some onto your hand, grab a hunk of hair, pull and twist upwards. Do not just do 1 or 2 spikes, do six or seven. These are the A1 pimpin liberty spikes!!

Frizzy Hair Home remedy and Frizzy Hair shampoo tip

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Frizzy hair is often lackluster because it doesn't reflect the light the way straight hair does. You can get the shine back by controlling the frizz, but it's not always that easy.

If your hair is permed, bleached or colored, it might look frizzy from chemical damage. You probably need a deep conditioning treatment (but do not use an oil-based one) with some heat. You can try a gel or pomade. Use conservatively because chemical damage causes hair to "grab" products.

Frizzy Hair Tips and home remedy
If you have naturally curly, frizzy hair, or coarse thick permed hair that is out of control, this is what our Beauty experts do to control it:

Always rinse with the coldest water you can stand after using a shampoo and conditioner for straight hair. The cold water "locks down" the hair cuticle and makes hair appear slicker, less frizzy.

If you have curly hair and dont want it to frizz, but still want it to be shiney and not frizzy, apply some aloe vera through hair.

Traditions have taught many of us that lavishly applying oil to our hair will give us the soft, shiny hair that we all desire. However more often than not, the opposite takes place. Most oils if they are not essential oils do not have the ability to penetrate into the hair shaft. Nor do heavy cholesterols. What they will do, is to lay on top of the cuticle, and coat the cuticle. This may give the hair some Brilliance. However, it will also coat the hair. And causes product build up.

Get your hair trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks. This will stop split ends from splitting up the hair shaft and causing hair to frizz out.

Avoid washing and blow-drying your hair every day, as this strips your locks of its natural oils.

Hair Color - Permanent and Semi-permamnet tint

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Many times someone may want to change hair colors, but does not know how it will look. Here is a very good tip to finding out what will look good on you. Go to a wig shop and try on wigs of the color you think you might like to try. These stores have wigs for trying on that are sterilized so they are not unhealthy to try and this can give you a good idea of how you will look.

Even on white hair, a very attractive effect is created by tinting the hair a very light blonde. This gives the effect of blonde hair, but does not look harsh or unnatural.

Can I apply color to wet hair?
We don't recommend it when trying to achieve lift, because the water dilutes your bleach, high/lift or tint. When depositing it can dilute the color, and the results can be not enough coverage because the chemical in the color becomes diluted.

Before you color your hair...
Well, the week before you color you hair, make sure to really condition the ends so that they don't absorb too much color during the process.

Types of hair color dyes
Permanent Tints - If a permanent tint is used correctly, you will always achieve a beautiful effect and semi-permanent tints can be used to maintain these permanent treatments, adding condition. The permanent color will penetrate the inner core of the hair strand and will not wash away as with a semi-permanent color that will wash out after a number of shampoos.

Semi-Permanent Colors - Semi-permanent color give your hair a higher shine and enhance condition, but they won't lift natural hair color. Also, a semi-permanent tint will not cover large amount of grey hair (more than 50%).

Hair color mistakes
The worst thing you can do if you color your own hair is to apply the permanent color throughout your hair every time you color.

Some coloring tips for that extra difference
Streaking is a good option for a brand new look. Done with a change of base color, it looks even better.
Cool colors for women: Coppers, bright reds, mahogany brown and golden blondes.
Cool colors for men: Ash blonde, chestnut brown and honey brown.
Subtle contrasts or dark highlights also work. Add curl to the hair in place of making buns.

Split Ends - split hair end cause and cure

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Split ends occur when the cuticle is damaged and the fibres of the cortex unravel. The hair is dry, brittle andprone to tangling and can split at the end or anyway along the shaft.

Over-perming or colouring, insufficient conditioning, or too much brushing or back combing, especially with poor quality combs or brushes. Careless use of spiky rollers and hair pins, excessive heat styling and not having the hair trimmed regurlarly can also cause the problem.

Split ends can not be mended, the only long term cure is to have them snipped off. When is lost in the length will be gained in quality. It may help if you reduce the frequency with which you shampoo, as this in itself is stressful to hair and cause split ends to extend up the hair shaft. Never use a dryer too near the hair, or set it on too high a temperature. Minimize the use of heated applicances. try conditioners and serums that are designed to temporarily seal split ends and give resistance to further splitting.

Best ways to make you free from split ends
Yup, they can make you look impoverished. So gals, make sure you trim those ends before more notice it. Once in two to four weeks is fair enough to keep those splits away. But before you head for the salon, here's something you should know.

Do not comb in the wet hair.
Use a good herbal shampoo and avoid frequent changing of shampoo.
Make sure you drink a lot of water as water contains minerals.
Apply henna at least once a week.
Oil your hair with a combination of almond oil and castor oil mixed and warm together. After this, use turban therapy on the scalp, that will help penetrate the oil well into the roots.
Do not expose your hair to extreme heat or temperature.
Manage to trim off your split ends.
Do not back comb.

Hair dryers for drying hairs - Professional Tips on hair drying

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The Hairdryer is an essential piece of equipment, particularly when you need to dry your hair in a hurry.

These days there are lots of different hairdryers on the market, with many different features and added attachments to help you achieve the most professional styling possible. However, making the right choice isn't as difficult as it might first appear.

Tips on how to use and buy hairdryers
Choose a dryer that has a range of heat, speed settings so that the hair can be power-dried on high heat, finished on a lower heat and then used with cool air to set the style.

The more heat and speed settings a hairdryer has the more control you have over your styling. This will also allow you to dry your hair more gently and efficiently at lower temperatures, which is kinder to the hair. Some hairdryers also come with a cool setting (or true cold shot) which allows you to set styles firmly in place.

Always point the airflow down the hair shaft to smooth the cuticle and encourages shine.

If you have wavy or curly hair, look out for a hairdryer that comes with a diffuser attachment. For soft and controlled drying to enhance the hair's natural body and curl.

To achieve a straight sleek look or to detangle and smooth wavy, curly or frizzy hair, look out for a hairdryer that comes with a straightening attachment.

The length of cable on the hairdryer can vary, for professional use you may want a salon length cable to allow as much mobility as possible.

Take care not to hold the dryer too near the scalp, it can cause burns.

Hair dryer should attached with Removable Air Filter- help protect the hairdryer's elements from dust. They are easy to remove and clean so that you can ensure maximum efficiency.

To achieve a straight sleek look or to detangle and smooth wavy, curly or frizzy hair, look out for a hairdryer that comes with a straightening attachment. Use on a low heat setting to achieve the best results.

To create a hairstyle that is full of volume, use a volumising diffuser. These have long fingers that direct the heat to the roots and create extra volume. Use on a low heat setting to achieve the best results.

Dandruff Cure and Care - Prevent dandruff from coming back.

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Dandruff is a problem, common to both man and woman. All of us have suffered from dandruff at some time or the other. It is a scalp condition. In its mild form, it consists of loose white flakes that fall off and may be noticed on the shoulders, back or scalp. Sometimes may be the flakes may be yellowish in color. Even mild dandruff causes itching.

There are two forms of dandruff - Oily and Dry. Dry dandruff appears as loose white flakes and the scalp itches a great deal. The oily dandruff is sticky and yellow in color and has a smell. The oily form is found mostly amongst adolescents and adults with an excessively oily skin.

Causes of Dandruff
The basic causes of dandruff are:

Hormonal disturbance.
Emotional tension.
These triggers excessive secretion of sebum and a build-up of dead cells on the scalp. These are what we refer to as dandruff scales. The scales along with sebaceous secretions tend to stick to the scalp and together make up the common condition known as dandruff.

Infection due to desease, injury to scalp, faulty diet and excessive use of hair cosmetics like sprays, gels, etc. can aslo cause dandruff.

Dandruf Cure - How to get rid of Dandruff?
If you are suffereing from dandruff, your effort should be to keep your hair and scalp clean. Wash your hair and scalp frequently - it could be daily or every other day depending on how how stubborn your dandruff is.

Dandruff Shampoos
At present two types are available.

The clinical anti-dandruff shampoos contains a special chemical prepration to fight dandruff. You can also try out this Anti- Dandruff Shampoo to help control dandruff.
Herbal anti-dandruff shampoos have gained a lot of popularity and are quite effective. Choose your shampoo from a reputed company.
Message and daily are brushings are extremely helpful in treating dandruff. It helps invigorate the blood circulation, spreads the natural oil and dislodges the dead skin cells sticking to the cells for easy exfoliation. If you have dry dandruff, use natural oil eg. Olive, coconut or caster, or to massage your scalp especially before washing your hair.

Diet for Dandruff
It has been established that a fault diet can trigger dandruff or even cause the condition to flare up. Follow the suggestions given below:

Make sure you eat at least one fruit and raw salad everyday (cabbage, cuccumber, tomato, radish, etc.).
Eat one leafy green vegetable everyday. It contains a lot of vitamins and minerals especially vitamin A - which is excellent for your scalp.
Yogurt is a wonderful food for your hair.
Include whole grain cereals like wheat flour, millets and legumes like kidney beans, etc. in your diet. These are high in micro nutrients and protiens.
Cut down on sugar, salt, fried foods, fried snacks as well as aerated drinks.
Lifestyle for Dandruf
A daily walk or some exercise help circulation and also de-stresses you. At times of stress follow a conscious method of relaxation.

Deep breathing with closed eyes is found to be effective for reducing stress.

Thanks to God, I did'nt face any dandruff in my scalp. the only best i can do for my hair is massage with a oil on my head once a week.

How to Shampoo your Hair properly?

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Shampoos are available in different formulas to suit all hair types and conditions. Make sure you choose one that is right for your hair and use it as often as necessary to keep your hair clean. Rinse out the shampoo thoroughly.

The selection of the right type of shampoos and hair conditioners once you have identified the type of hair you have is the most important step. If your hair is dry and rough, you must use oil. This type of hair needs regular oil massage and right type of your diet. You must have almonds, carrots etc. in larger quantity apart from applying oil externally to keep them healthy and glowing. In direct contradiction if you have oily hair you must not use oil, particularly more viscous type. At times your oily hair appear dry and broken at ends due to much of bleaching, perming, taking bath in the sea, long use of rollers etc.

Here are some Proper tips on shampooing
Read the instructions first. Some shampoos need to be left on the scalp for a few minutes before rinsing.
If you can, buy small sachets of shampoo to test which brand is most suitable for your hair.
Always use a product formulated for your hair type and before shampooing brush your hair to free any tangles and loosen dirt and dead skin cells.
Don't wash your hair in washing-up liquid, soap or other detergents - they are highly alkaline and will upset your hairs natural pH balance by stripping out the natural oils.
Never wash your hair in the bath - dirty bath water is not condusive to clean hait and it is difficult to rinse properly without a shower attachment or separate jug.
Use lukewarm water - hot water can be uncomfortable.
Always wash your brush and comb when you shampoo your hair.
Change your shampoo every now and then - hair seems to develop a resistence to certain ingredients after a perios of time.
Don't rub vigorously or you will stretch the hair.
Don't throw away a shampoo that doesn't lather. The amount of suds are determined by the active level of detergents. Some shampoo have less suds than others but this has no effect on their cleansing ability.

Black Hair Care Tips - How to keep Black Hair Beautiful?

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Many people in the world has the black hairs which are more brittle and more prone to breakage. Black hair needs special care because they are fragile and difficult to control. Black hair are always almost curly, although the degree of wave varies enormously. As a general rule, black hair is brittle and has a tendency to split and break. This is because the sebaceous glands produce insufficient sebum to moisturize the hair. They need special attention and special tips to make them last longer.

In addition, because the hair is tightly curled, the sebum is unable to travel downwards to condition it naturally. If the curl forms kinks, this makes the hair thinner and therefore weaker at each band.

Other type of black hair can be very fine making it difficult to style and hold a set.

To treat excessive dryness choose a specialist formulation that replace the natural oil lacking in black hair. If the product is massaged daily or whenever necessary, the hair will become more manageable with improved condition and shine. It is also important to deep condition the hair regularly.

Tips on black hair caring
Hair need to be strong and healthy to take any type of chemical treatment. To check hair strength and natural elasticity, pluck out a hair and hold it firmly between both hands, then pull gently. If the hair breaks with hardly any stretching, it is in week and poor condition, in which all chemical treatments should be avoided.
One of the most effective ways of styling very curly hair is to crop it close and short. With this type of cut you just need to shampoo, condition and finish it with soft wax.
Massage the scalp regularly to encourage oil production.
If you use hot combs or curling tongs, make sure you shield the hair by using a protective product.
If the hair is pulled too forcibly too often, it will disrupt the hair folicles, cause scar tissue to form and ultimately hair loss. To help prevent this, avoid braiding or pulling the hair into tight braids.
To prevent frizziness and maintain the definition of curls, special lotions called curl actibators and moisturising sprays can be used to revive and preserve the formation of curls.
Black hair should be colored with caution because of its natural dryness and porosity.
Once a month, try a hot oil treatment which will lubricate dry scalp condition as well as moisturise brittle hair.
As with all chemical treatments, relaxing and pumming can be potentially harmful to the hair, removing natural moisture and leaving hair in a weakend state. For this reason it is advisable to get skilled professional help and advice.

Type of Hair Perms - Find different Types of Hair Perms

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Perms take straight hair and make it curly. The risks are similar to those associated with relaxers. These days perms can be fine-tuned to give you exactly the kind of wave you want.

You can get perms that just add body to fine, limp hair, you can get loose, sexy waves or you can go for the corkscrew curls that many straight-haired girls covet (and some curly-all-their-lives girls are sick of).

How long does a perm last?
Generally about 3 to 5 months. After 3 months re-perm your roots so they match the rest of your hair.

Can I wrap in perm solution?
It is best to wrap with water or Enhancer and apply the perm solution afterwards. To ensure healthy even curl, we suggest choosing the right perm for the type of hair and following manufacturer's directions.

Perming different types of hair
Fine Caucasoid hair is probably the 'worst' hair to try to perm. It has the smallest diameter, and needs the minimum amount of perming solution and processing time. The photograph above shows you what the results of over-perming can be!

Post Perm Care
After your perm, shampoo with ammonium-based shampoos.