Have A Smooth Legs

Tips to Beautify Your Legs

Every woman wants to have nice, smooth and hair free legs. But, most of the females forget to take care of their legs. Like like another body part, it is essential to give extra attention to your feet and legs also. Well, any female can have beautiful legs if they take out some time to take care of their legs.

In order to follow the latest fashion trends, it is very essential to maintain your legs in a beautiful and attractive way. Once you have beautiful legs, you can choose trendy clothes and wear them with extra confidence. On top of that men are attracted to females having great sexy legs.

To help you out here are some simple tips to beautify your legs:

Keep your legs moisturized:

The skin around your legs tends to dry more quickly as compared to other parts of the body. This is why it is very important to apply some body lotion on your legs two to three times a day. It is better to opt for a body lotion that contains extra moisturizing ingredients. When applying moisturizer you must focus on the dry and flaky especially around shins, knees and ankles. You must use a moisturizer, especially after taking a shower and before going to bed. The way you will not suffer from cracked heels.

Do pedicure:

To make your legs look beautiful and well maintained, you need to do pedicure at least twice a month. Pedicure will help in removing dead skin cells. You can do a simple pedicure at home by soaking your feet in warm water with a few drops of shampoo in it for half an hour. Then with the help of a soft brush or pumice stone remove the dead skin cells. Wash your feet and use some oil to massage it and then use nail paint.

Healthy habits:

Too much exposure to sun rays can cause sun tan. This is why you must avoid sitting under the sun for too long. Also during the summer days wear proper clothes and put some sunscreen lotions on your legs before going out. At the same time you need to drink plenty of water to keep your body well hydrated and avoid eating fatty food items. Also do not sit for long hours as your legs need movement.

Limit the use of high heels:

It is true that females love to wear high heels. But it is better not to wear them for long hours. Wear high heel shoes while attending a party or some special function. For regular use, it is better to wear comfortable shoes or sandals.

Massage your legs:

Once in a while you must massage your legs using extra virgin olive oil. The vitamin E present in the oil will help to deal with the dryness of your legs and keep them well moisturized. You must massage gently in a circular motion right from your ankles up to your thighs. It will help to improve the blood circulation of your legs and prevent fluid buildup and cellulite.

Pamper your legs:

It is very essential to pamper your legs. For this you can use milk and your favorite essential oil such as chamomile, eucalyptus and rosemary. In a tub of warm water add some milk and essential oil and then soak your foot in this solution for half an hour. This will relax your legs and at the same time it will make them soft and well moisturized.

Keep legs hair free:

There are different types of hair removal method that you can use to keep your legs smooth and hair free. The various methods include cold wax, hot wax, hair removal creams, shaving and so on. For those who want a permanent solution can choose laser leg hair removal technique.

Regular exercise:

For well toned legs you need to spend some time on exercises. Remember that legs need exercise to look good. You can chose walking, swimming, cycling or running to keep your legs in shape. By doing these type of exercises you will be giving stress to your legs that automatically makes your legs come into shape.
To conclude, with the above mentioned tips, you can easily enjoy beautiful legs and flaunt them in a mini skirt, short dress or a straight skirt with a slit.

 

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Homemade Tips for Soft and Beautiful Hands

Condition of your hands depends on time you give to your hands. Usually manual workers and housewives don’t give proper time to their hands. Direct exposure to all weather effects including temperature, climate, frequent wetting, and dealing with harsh chemicals and overwork routine affects beauty of your hands. You should develop a habit to give frequent manicure to your hands at least once a week. Proper care of your hands will help your hand to combat annoying problems including chipping, splitting, peeling and cracking. To learn proper method of manicure at home follow the link mentioned here “Manicure at Home”.

Here is a collection of great tips to take proper care of hands. Adopt these tips and methods and make habit to treat your hands with much care once a week.

Hands Massage

Hands massage costs nothing. To stimulate blood circulation in your hands, rub your palm of one hand to back of other hand and then repeat this treatment with other hand. This movement of your hands is best to keep your hands warm.

Get Silky and Soft Hands

Lavish on your hands before you go to bed with Vaseline or any moisturizing cream. Wear a pair of gloves for better effects. You will get up with incredibly soft hands in morning.

9 Tips for Soft, Beautiful Hands

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  Be gentle For soft and beautiful hands, one need not spend thousands on manicures. A little care and protection is all that calls for its daily care. While washing, choose a mild soap or liquid to cleanse your hands. Slather a gentle moisturising cream or Vaseline to replenish the lost moisture every time you wash your hand or before going to bed. 
   
     
  Wear Gloves
  Protect them by wearing rubber gloves while washing clothes and utensils, gardening and any other activity that involves harsh chemicals. This will prevent cracked fingertips and brittle nails.
  
  
   
  Scrub
  Scrubbing hands once a week is good to rid the hands of dead cells. It will also enhance the cell renewal process. If dry skin, try using sea salt as a scrub.
  
  Milky-way
  Soaking hands in lukewarm water or milk is another way of strengthening the nails. Just 10-15 minutes daily task will strength.
  
  
  
  Massage
  Massage is a wonderful way to stimulate blood circulation in your hands. Spread some cream on the back of your hand and rub it gently with the other back of your hand. Repeat the same for other hand. A few days of this exercise will make your hands soft and smooth.
  
    
  Calcium Supplements
  White spots on nails are a signal of nutritional deficiencies or some nail trauma. To tackle the problem, take calcium supplements or foods rich in calcium and Vitamin C. Meanwhile, allow the nails to outgrow and then trim them to get rid of the yellowness or the white spots. Also, avoid aggressive manicure during this time. Moisturising with Vitamin E oil and applying an antifungal nail polish such as Ciclopirox can help hide the white spots.
  
  
  
  Say no to some habits
  Nail biting, digging, scratching or peeling can also cause brittleness, so say goodbye to those bad habits and resort to some other means to vent out your anxiousness.
  
  
  
  Kitchen Remedies
  Kitchen counter ingredients can sometimes save that manicure bill. Coconut oil, olive oil, glycerine, honey, milk cream are all natural moisturisers that would do wonder to soften your pretty hands.
  
   
  Diet
  Lastly, focus on your diet. What you eat is important, so grab those soya products that are rich in protein. Eat more Vitamin B and other vitamin supplements to strengthen the nails. Remember healthy and strong nails are a result of a good diet and a little love.
  Even now when you are reading this article, your hands are playing an important role, be it in using the mouse, or pressing the keyboard buttons. So pamper these super active organs with the above-mentioned pointers and discover soft supple and beautiful hands!
  

  
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Wanna Beautiful Nails

Like a great new haircut or a terrific skin care regimen, healthy, well-manicured nails are an integral part of a neat, pulled-together appearance - one that can work as an asset in both the social and the business world.
Unfortunately, experts say both men and women fall prey to myths and old wives' tales about how to care for nails. Another pitfall: many of us rely on the guidance of salons, some of which may not be doling out the best advice -- or treatments.
To help set the record straight -- and get you on the road to beautiful nails -- three top dermatologists offer these 12 tips for achieving healthy, well groomed, elegant nails.

1. Don't cut or manipulate cuticles.

Whether you have your nails professionally groomed or do them yourself, the No. 1 recommendation is leave your cuticles alone, says Dana Stern, MD, a dermatologist at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.
"The cuticle is the natural barrier to fungus and bacteria -- and once you breach that, protection is lost," she says. This will not only make cuticles look worse -- red, swollen, and ragged -- but may also land you a nasty infection that harms the nail bed and leads to permanent nail damage. And while cutting cuticles holds the most potential for harm, pushing them back can cause problems as well.

2. Use nail hardeners sparingly -- or not at all.

"The take-home message here is that a lot of them do more damage than good," says Stern. She reminds us that these products are not studied clinically, so most claims are not backed up by science. Unless nails are exceptionally weak and fragile, she says, most people don't benefit from a nail hardener.
Healthy nails are flexible nails, she says, so to keep yours from breaking, avoid anything that makes them more brittle.

3. Moisturize the nail bed and the cuticle.

While there is little in the way of medical data showing that moisturizing the nail bed will help nails grow, it can make cuticles look better and help protect nails from breaking due to a lack of moisture. "If your nails are prone to breakage, it could mean they need moisture -- and putting oil around the cuticle helps moisturize the entire nail, which will reduce the incidence of chipping, cracking, and splitting," says Margaret Ravits, MD, a dermatologist at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey.

4. Take biotin supplements.

In several studies, researchers found that supplements of biotin (a member of the vitamin B family) increased nail thickness and prevented splitting and breaking. In a respected German study that evaluated 45 people with severe nail problems, 2.5 milligrams of biotin daily for several months benefited everyone -- with 91% of the 45 citing significant improvement. NYU dermatologist Sumayah Jamal, MD, says to get the effect, it's vital that you take the prescription strength, therapeutic level of 2.5 milligrams daily.
Some nail products also contain silicon and the supplement MSM, two other nutrients associated with nail health.
The one supplement that won't work: Gelatin. Experts say eating or soaking in it won't do a thing to increase nail strength -- and a liquid soak may actually waterlog and eventually weaken nails. Stern adds there is little scientific evidence that supplements or nail products containing calcium, yeast, or fluoride have any significant impact on nail health either.

5. Limit professional manicures.

While it's hard to beat the pampering luxury of a pedicure or manicure, a study just completed by Stern and colleagues at Mt. Sinai showed those who indulged regularly were the most likely to suffer from dry, brittle nails. The doctors theorize that exposure to more chemicals and harsher ingredients may be one reason. Jamal adds that women who get manicures frequently suffer from chronic nail bed infections, evidenced by puffy, reddened areas around the base of the nail. "When you look at your finger sideways the area around your nail bed should be flat. If it's puffy, that's evidence of a chronic infection," says Jamal.
One way to reduce problems, say the experts, is to take your own tools to the manicure. This, says Jamal, will definitely cut down on the risk of infections and help ensure a healthier experience.

6. Avoid acetone-based polish removers.

"The one product that all dermatologists agree you should avoid if you have brittle nails is acetone nail polish remover. It has been documented time and again that it strips the nails, causing them to become brittle -- which is something we found in our study as well," says Stern.

7. Avoid rough emery boards.

Those old-fashioned orange emery boards are too harsh for nails, causing small fissures and cracks that lead to breakage and tears, says Ravits. Instead, she says, file nails with a smooth, fine file and don't saw back and forth. Instead, Ravits says, file in one direction only, and do it slowly and evenly to reduce risk of breakage.

8. Don't overdo hand washing and limit contact with cleaning chemicals.

As healthy as it can be to wash your hands frequently, overdo it and you'll wreak havoc with your nails, says Stern. If you are in a profession where frequent hand washing is mandatory, she advises to use moisturizer as often as possible and rub a little extra around the cuticles several times a day.
When doing housework or laundry, Jamal says, minimize contact with harsh chemicals, including dishwashing liquid, by wearing rubber gloves whenever possible.

9. Change shampoos.

While most women know when a shampoo doesn't agree with their hair, many don't realize it may not agree with their nails -- even if their hair looks great. This, say experts, is particularly true of detergent shampoos, or those for oily hair, which are designed to strip lipids and other natural oils from the scalp. "If your nails are very dry and you are using any soap product that strips the oils, there is the potential to dry the nails," says Stern.

10. Choose nail tips over full extensions.

All our experts told WebMD that, in general, nail extensions are bad news for nails, frequently leading to fungal or even bacterial infections -- and, says Stern, sometimes to permanent damage. If you must wear nail extensions, she says, opt for just tips. While they can still cause problems, the potential for damage is less since the surface area covered is smaller.

Important warning:

The use of a liquid acrylic nail compound known as MMA (methyl methacrylate) has been banned in many states and has been the subject of an FDA hazard warning, due mostly to high allergic sensitivity and serious nail damage. However, because it is an inexpensive ingredient, there are reports some salons are still using it, sometimes in the form of black market products. How can you tell for sure? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, if your nail products have a strong, noxious odor; if nail enhancements are difficult to file; or they don't soak off easily, they could contain MMA. Report any suspicions to your state health board.

11. Remember toenails count, too!

Everything that applies to your fingernails applies to your toenails, which experts say may be even more prone to problems due to careless pedicures. "Because feet are more often inside shoes -- a dark, moist environment -- fungus can grow more easily," says Ravits. If you get regular pedicures, experts say take your own instruments and never let the tech dig under the nail or around the cuticle. Moreover, Ravits says cutting toenails at an angle -- instead of straight across -- increases the risk of ingrown toenails, which can be painful and sometimes develop into an infection.

12. Watch your nails for signs of health problems.

Most of the time, nail problems can be traced to environmental assaults -- exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals, use of drying nail products, or just general physical abuse, such as typing or excessive use of fingertips.
That said, the American Academy of Dermatology advises that the condition of your nails can sometimes reflect a problem in your overall health. Here's what they say to look out for:

• White nails -- liver condition
• Half pink/half white nails -- kidney disease
• Yellowing and thickening of the nail, slowed growth rate -- lung disease
• Pale nail beds -- anemia
• Yellow-tinged nails with a slight blush at the base -- diabetes

In 2005, a group of doctors in Ireland found that the earliest signs of the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis might be detected in the nails. In a study conducted at the University of Limerick, researchers discovered something called disulphide bond -- present in both nails and bones -- was lower in people with osteoporosis.
Of course, if you suspect health problems, discuss any findings or concerns with your doctor.

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Treat Your Hair With Love

 

Expert Advice On Fall Hairstyles

When summer ends, update your hair color and hairstyle, along with your wardrobe. To find out what's hot for fall, we went straight to the experts for these fabulous tips and trends for beautiful, healthy hair.

Fall hair color

1. "This fall, hair color should be rich, sophisticated, and luscious - using a subtle blend of warm and cool tones layered throughout the hair. This technique should be applied by sectioning the top of the head from the bottom. Using a more aggressive weft like layering pattern to apply below the round of the head, and a more natural approach above the round of the head. The colors although somewhat unnatural (meaning the use of warm and cool tones), should be very close to the same level of light or dark. If you're thinking of getting chunky highlights this fall -- DON'T!"



2. "Fall is a wonderful time for curls to get a fabulous makeover with color! Chestnut brown and warm chocolate browns are always a seasonal favorite but true excitement will be seen with this season's redheads from the deep burgundy hues to carrot top reds, textured tresses all over beginning to make new statements with bolder riskier tones. Color is an excellent way to accent beautiful waves and curls and give them a new life!"

Fall hairstyles

3. "We'll be seeing boy short masculine crops to long tresses with bobs in between, although the bob is slightly losing ground, it's still a popular and versatile look. Bobs can be worn in lengths from the cheek bones to the clavicle. Classic, edgy, shaggy, or with bangs. Don't forget to accessorize your long hair with bangs this fall , if you already haven't, wide side swept sultry bangs or a strong mop fringe can add a sexy, youthful fresh spin to that tired old long layered look."

4. "Reds, oranges, blacks and grays were heavily featured in the fall fashion collections, and we'll be seeing them in stores at summer's end. Textures will be soft to very soft. As a result, haircuts this fall will stay long and deconstructed; tones will stay blonde. This trend will likely to continue through Christmas."

Fall hair trends

5. "Trends in color for fall include dark roots and beautiful color on the ends. Reds - red blacks, cranberry. Deeper richer colors. For fall, heavy bangs are definitely gonna be big, lash teasing bangs. Shoulder length and shorter is still very popular. But most of all its not about short hair or long hair- its about great hair!"


6. "Ponytails! High, low, off to the side, deconstructed, messy, classic, ponytails are it! For quick sexy out-the-door-in-10-minute hair styles. Glamorize your style with tousseled tresses thrown back into a loose tail, add a wide sultry side part, accessorized with skinny barrettes or rhinestone clips, make sure your rubber band used to hold your tail is either clear or matches your hair color."


7. "Fall represents a time for organization and structure – the beginning of school, end of vacation, crisp cool weather. Sophisticated styles will be popular this coming season. Warm browns, darker blonds, long bob cuts. Women will opt for easily manageable hair, so color-on-color highlights will be great since it brings out shine without making you visit the salon every month. One look not going out of season are the classic Beach Waves – this style works great with any fall fashion."

Healthy hair tips

8. "To keep hair healthy, book an in-salon deep conditioning treatment like Kerastase Oleo Fusion whenever you go to get your color done. It helps smooth out the cuticle and make hair shiny and soft. Follow up on your deep conditioning treatment with a styling product at home. Rub into hair when it's wet."


9. "If you don't have time to wash the oil out of your hair and need a quick fix, all you need is some hairspray, a brush and a blowdryer. Spray a small amount of hair spray onto your hair, use blowdryer and brush together and blow your hair with a brush, preferably my favorite, a Mason Pearson. Repeat as necessary."

10. "Use thermal protectors or silicone products midshaft to ends prior to heat styling and avoid brushing hair while it is still wet. Use a wide tooth comb to eliminate tangles, hand dry moisture from hair first then finish with your favorite boar bristle brush. Healthy hair is synonymous with beautiful hair. Take time to deep treat hair at home and a seasonal hair and scalp treatment at your salon. Avoid hot water on your hair. Shampoo and condition hair at the beginning of your shower and leave the conditioner on until the end. Avoid aggressive rubbing with your towel. Pat hair dry instead."

More Hairstyle Smarts

Leslie Munsell, celebrity hairstylist and co-owner of Van Michael Miami Salon - the most successful and highly regarded salon in Miami Beach. In 1991, Leslie purchased her first Aveda Concept Salon in Houston, Texas and became an Aveda Makeup Purefessional by 1992. Currently as an Aveda Global Master, Leslie travels the world as a platform artist educating others on makeup techniques and practices.

Leslie has had the honor of working backstage at the Academy Awards, the MTV VMA's and Fashion Week in New York and Miami, where her work was seen on top designers including Zac Posen, Imitation of Christ, Giorgio Armani and Roberto Cavalli. She answered a few brief questions for us about hairstyles, color and trends.

What are the best styles for different face shapes?

• Oval: Every hairstyle works.
• Round: Hair below the chin with a center part like long one length hair.
• Square: Hairstyle should soften the sharp angle of your jawline -- think face-framing layers.
• Triangular: Any style that narrows your chin and widens the forehead, like a boxed bob.
• Heart: Softer curlier style.
• Oblong: Style that adds width and fullness to the sides of the face, mid to long length with shorter interior layers.
• Diamond: Most hairstyles work.

When it comes to coloring your hair, how do you choose the right shade?

During the consultation I like to look through a portfolio with my client and get ideas from them on what they would like. Then I take into consideration their skin tone, eye color, and lifestyle. These are just a few aspects that need to be addressed before we begin service.

What are some of the trends for hair for fall?

Long hair is very long, below the bra strap with bangs and light body. For short hair, the trend is moving away from the one length bob of Katie Holmes into a more texturized shorter look.

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Get Gorgeous Skin

These simple skincare tips for day and night will keep your face looking more youthful, taut, and radiant. Get glowing!

Nothing can stop time, but you don't have to resort to extreme plastic surgery to fend off its effects. It turns out that simple, daily, face-friendly habits can have a big impact. But we're not talking about a major overhaul. Just some basics -- five ideas for day, five for night. "Bottom line, make sure no 12-hour period passes without doing something positive for your skin," says Boston-based dermatologist Jeffrey Dover.

Do this during the day:

• Use sunscreen and antioxidants. Applying sunscreen is as essential as brushing your teeth -- summer or winter, rain or shine, 365 days a year. "If you're stepping out the door, this is the absolute most important thing you can do to keep from looking older and to protect yourself against skin cancer," Dover says, However, SPF alone isn't enough. Recent studies have shown that topical antioxidants, the gold medalists of anti-agers, enhance the efficacy of sunscreen. There are tons of antioxidants out there (and new ones touted daily!), including vitamins C and E, coffeeberry, green tea, and fruits such as acai, blueberries, and pomegranate. (And yes, you can eat your fill, too though applying them topically offers the most immediate benefit for skin.)
• Wear sunglasses. Less squinting equals fewer fine lines and crow's-feet (and less risk of cataracts, too). Choose a pair with 99 percent UVA and UVB protection, and use them all year long. Remember, snow reflects 80 percent of UV rays, nearly doubling overall exposure.
  
• Exfoliate selectively. Do it -- but don't overdo it. Exfoliation sloughs away dead skin cells, smooths fine lines, and improves skin texture and tone. But FDA studies have shown that overusing chemical exfoliants, such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) found in glycolic or lactic acids, increases sensitivity to UV rays. Limit chemical exfoliants to twice a week. For manual exfoliation, try a gentle microbead scrub.
• Feed your face. Good skin care starts from the inside out. Eat healthfully: Omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon and walnuts fight wrinkle-causing inflammation; citrus fruits and spinach enhance collagen production; and lycopene, found in tomatoes and pink grapefruit, protects against sun damage. What to avoid? Sugar. Heightened levels in the bloodstream cause a process called glycation -- one of the principal causes of cellular aging (and wrinkles).
• Stress less. Easier said than done, we know, but stress not only affects your sanity -- it affects your face. A 2004 study by the University of California at San Francisco found that chronic stress affects your body at the cellular level, speeding deterioration. And frowns and knitted brows cause creases all their own. So take up yoga or try deep breathing exercises, and at least an hour before bedtime, hit the "off" switch on everything that has one. Your epidermis will thank you.
  

• Wash up. Never skip cleansing your face before you nod off. "It's the cardinal sin of skin care," says New York City-based dermatologist Macrene Alexiades. "This is the skin's time to repair and rejuvenate."
  
• Use a cream with benefits. What was good enough in your mother's day just doesn't cut it anymore. For a night cream that's more than moisture, retinoids are a sure bet. With over 40 years of clinical research behind them, retinoids have been proven to reduce brown spots and reverse sun damage, increase exfoliation and collagen production, and even treat acne (all while you snooze). Over-the-counter retinols (less potent vitamin A derivatives) have the same anti-aging benefits and are less irritating, although they take longer to delive results.
• Treat beyond your face. Don't stop facial care at your jawline. Take it down a notch -- directly to the delicate skin of your neck and d collet. The same cleansers, sunscreens, serums, and night creams you apply to your face can also treat those areas.
• Blot out spots. Fine lines aren't the only age giveaways. A 2006 study linked sun spots and discoloration directly to age perception so even without telltale wrinkles, brown-speckled women were thought to look older. New research shows that inhibiting the production of melanin (age spots and freckles are formed from this chemical found in the skin) may help prevent new spotting, and that creams containing natural lighteners like soy, licorice extract, or kojic acid are helpful. At the doctor's office, combat spots with a prescription for hydroquinone, the only FDA-approved ingredient for skin lightening.
• Sleep smarter. Which side do you sleep on? Your dermatologist can tell just by looking at the side of your face where the wrinkles are the deepest. To avoid compression wrinkles, train yourself to sleep on your back. Bonus: no pillow creases to rub away before you dash out the door!
  

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