Ready-to-Go Beauty Tips

No time to eat? Too late to go to office? Hurrying to dress up in the last 20 minutes? Finding quick tips for completing your look in a few minutes? Try this.

Clothing
Before sleeping or before the day of going to work, prepare the clothes you will wear. Choose the right dress combination that would satisfy you so that you would not spend time in the choosing the right pair in the morning (It's not easy to do right?).

Stay Fashionable in Ballet Inspired Fashion

Release the sexy and feminine side of you! Ballet Dress Fashion will help you do that. Ballet Fashion is one of today's trend that is now oozing this summer season.

Ballet Dresses are floaty dresses. Most of it has ribbons and ruffles for additional fashion style. It is also commonly partnered with skirts, but the above the knee skirts, and sometimes, also the short ones.

Sunglasses in Fashion

Sunglasses, as described by many, is something that is worn to add fashion and style. And something that covers bulging eyes, and eye bags. But it is more than just a fashion statement. Sunglasses are good for the eyes because they protect it.

While you are having a summer at the beach or enjoying your great summer day, I'm sure you want your eyes protected from the harmful UV rays of the sun. Since you don't want to hurt your eyes, use sunglasses. It will serve not just an eye protection but a trendy fashion wear.

Stylish Headband for the Summer Season

Headband is one of today's most popular accessory. We always see many people wearing headbands or scarfs. Just like in the TV Show, Gossip Girl and many other. Headbands are one of the cheap accessories which are cute and stylish that many people choose to wear it. It is always in style and adds glamour to every person's style. Hot summer is not just the idea of going to beaches drinking juice, eating tortilla and enjoying the sunbathing, but it is definitely a good time to wearing beautiful headbands.

One of the elegant types is of headband is the crystal headband. A crystal headband is a thin strip of headband with crystals on it. It is somehow expensive yet it brings out glitz and glamour to the style. The sparkling headband will make you stunning this ultimate summer season.

Most Used Accessories

For me, the best accessories are the most used by everyone: the necklace, the earrings, and the rings. Accessories are worn to add style to the wearer.

Necklaces are worn to add style with the dress. It is usually long and colorful. The trendy necklaces today are the pastel colored necklaces. It is worn with colorful dresses in parties. There are also some necklaces suitable in formal occasions specially the long black or gray necklaces. They are also suitable in office clothes. Some colors are also suitable like green and maroon colors. It depends upon the color of the dress.

Lipstick Colors

There are many colors of lipsticks. We often see it in Avon Brochures and Beauty Magazines. When we see lipsticks sometimes, we are undecided of what color would fit our lips. So to make it easy, I decided to write a blog regarding choosing a lipstick that will suit your lips and skin tone.

Choose a lipstick that is almost alike with the color of your lip. Stick from your lip's color. With a dark skin tone, use a deep red color, light lipsticks like light brown, beige, nude, pink, orange, or light red complements a light skin tone. Nude lipstick, brown red is good to look at tan skin tone.

Swimsuit Fashion Fever

Beaches are the best place to celebrate the summer season today. People will surely go to beaches and swim the waters. Most girls are having a hard time choosing the best swimsuit that will fit them. Really, it does matter on how you look with the swimwear on. But what important is it fit your body and and skin tone so that it will look good on you.

Here are some swim wear styles today:

Swimwear has many different styles. Some are striped and floral. Basic colors are never gone. But black is the best. There are also swimsuits that are rich with designs and prints. Some also have ruffles and laces in it. Some have belts and other extra designs.

Outfit tips for someone attending a bridal shower

Bridal shower is commonly done before a bride's wedding. For an instance, your friend will be married this month. A bridal shower will be made and you are invited to attend it. You don't know what to wear because it's your first time to attend an occasion. You are having a hard time figuring out what to wear. Just sit back, relax, eat your food and some delicious desserts and delicacies. Don't worry I'll cite some ideas on what to wear on a bridal shower party. Here are some:

Before, formal attire are often worn by someone who attends a bridal shower. Today, pajamas, pants, jeans, T-shirts are the selections. Hula outfits and sexy costumes
are other choices.

My Top 3 Gown Styles

Gowns are woman's best dresses. It is worn only for a few times. Sometimes for bridal occasions, ball, parade, etc. I had experienced going to a ball twice, and my favorite gown styles are:

-Off Shoulder Gowns
Shoulders are one of the attractive parts of a woman's body. Showing the upper parts of the body like the shoulders, back, and cleavage part is sexy. It is a great look for all with pretty shoulders, specially if you have clear and white skin. Tie up your hair to expose your shoulders.

Valentine's Day Looks

2010 started with the New Year last January. And today, for the month of February, another day for celebration for the Hearts Day. It's Valentine's Day, a day of love whatever the status is: single, married, or in a relationship. If you plan on celebrating the day with a date, whether lunch, dinner, or a special breakfast, try to make your look special. Here are ways:

Date in a Luxurious Restaurant
If you are going out on a nice restaurant, try to wear something like a formal dress: a black or a red silk dress. A sandals with high heels will perfectly fit the dress.

Grapes are Good for the Skin

Grapes are made into wine, jam, juice, raisins, and jellies. Those are only few of what grapes are made into. Who knows, grapes are also good for the skin? Yeah, that's true. Researches say that grapes also have beauty-boosting formulas in it. Let's see.

Grapeseeds / Grapeseed Extract
Most people hate aging. Because with the aging process, fine lines, age spots, and wrinkles appear on the face and on the body which is sometimes caused by sunlight and pollution and other factors. According to the research, grapeseeds fight free radical cells in the body which helps slow down the aging process. It also helps tighten the skin and pores. There are also face products such as face creams, face scrubs, astringent and cleansers that contains grapeseed extract. This helps keep the skin healthy and younger looking.

Say Goodbye to Oily Face

Oily Skin is produced by over productive sebaceous glands. It produces too much oil. It happens in teens - during puberty and also in adults. Oil is found commonly on the forehead, nose, and chin. With oily face, it has many negative effects such as large pores, and greasy effect. To avoid oily face, do this basic tips:

* Wash face with lukewarm water and mild soap.
* Use an oil free facial cleanser when washing the face. Dermatologists sometimes don't agree of using cleansers on the face without consultation, but if it works, then continue using it.
* Dry the face first before putting on facial creams and moisturizers so that the pores would not be clogged.
* Eat the right foods. Avoid too much oily foods such as peanuts.


To achieve oil free skin, do those helpful tips.

For Him: Dress Up Outfit

Men are a lot easier to dress up compared to women. Men's fashion is far beyond simpler than women. Hey, Gentlemen, learn how to dress up simply yet suitable in occasions specially this Valentine's Day. These are only few tips but somehow helpful.

Business Wardrobe. Business Suit and Tuxedo are worn by professionals in business trips, office shows and office meetings. It is commonly a white long sleeves corporate attire and a black suit worn with black slacks and black shoes. A gray or black or silver necktie will suit the white long sleeves.

Office Attire. Semi formal attire such as polo shirts or long sleeves are the commonly used by men. It is paired with slacks and black shoes, sometimes, with a neck tie.

Beach Wear. A simple Shirt and Shorts is best to wear in beach. Pair it with flip flops or slippers.

Semi Formal Attire. Pants and Polo Shirt is a best suggestion.

Everyday Attire. Simple everyday attire such as White Shirt and Pants paired with rubber shoes is a good suggestion.

Friday or Wash Day Clothes. Pants and Fashionable Shirts paired with rubber shoes and accessories such as shades or hat is worn on Fridays.



February 8, 2010

NO COST, Everyday Secrets to a Pimple Free Face

*Eat healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables. This will keep skin cells healthy and also protects skin form the sun's UV rays. Avoid junk foods and oily foods.

*Water is the most essential intake in our body, so drink 8 glasses or more water everyday. It will keep your skin hydrated.

*Wash your face with an oil free cleanser in the morning and before sleeping to make it clean. But, first, wash your hands with soap. Be sure it's clean before touching your face.

*Sleep on time because sleeping helps fight stress and tiredness, thus helping the skin achieve clear complexion and reduces the appearance of pimples.

*Love your skin. If you have pimples, don't touch it and don't pick it. Avoid touching it because the dirt on your hand might be transferred at your face that will make your pimple swell.

*Consult your dermatologist if you feel like your pimple is getting worse and numbers of it are growing on your face. Maybe you should get dermatology assistance regarding that matter.

Now, if you want to be lined up with people who has clear and pimple free face, do these everyday, this will somehow help you eliminate pimples.



February 5, 2010

Massage for Stress Relief

Massage aids in stress relief, helps fight depression, tiredness, and sometimes healing. Want a massage but don't know what type is right for you? Here is a quick information of the most popular massage types:

Massage #1.
Swedish Massage
Swedish Massage is the most common type of massage. When you think of a massage therapy, then it is the Swedish Massage.

Swedish Massage involves 4 strokes: smooth strokes, kneading, stretching, vibration and sometimes, tapping. It helps in the circulation of the blood and relaxation of the muscle. It reduces stress and an effective solution for muscle pain.

Massage #2. Aromatherapy Massage
It is a usual massage therapy wherein it uses aromatherapy oils to help make the massage more relaxing. Lavander and other essential oils help make the relaxation more deep that induces to sleeping. It is also used to treat stress, fatigue, headache, menstrual problems, sleeping disorders, and many more.

Massage #3. Shiatsu Massage
This massage started in Japan, taken from Chinese Acupuncture. Also known as acupressure. It is the use of fingertips pressure in acupuncture points. It promotes healing and stress relief.

Massage #4. Back Massage
A massage applied with oil that starts at the lower back with medium pressure, stroking all the way up, that is repeated for a number of minutes. Circular massage on the muscles is also applied. The fingers also runs at the center of sides of the spine and ribs. This massage gives a relaxing feeling and aids in stress relief.



February 4, 2010

Glowing Skin: Foods that can help you get glowing


Want to know the secret to a glowing skin? Creams, Facials, and Cosmetics can really help, yet, they are costly. Don't you know that foods can also be your skin's great armor from blemishes, wrinkles and dryness? The solution is in your diet!


Food#1. Berries
Berries such as Blueberries, Strawberries, and Blackberries contains high amounts of antioxidants. Antioxidants act as body's body guard. It kills free radicals and keep cells safe and healthy. It also protects the skin form the sun's harmful UV rays. Antioxidants are also found in vegetables and other fruits.

Food#2. Fish
Fishes has omega fatty acids and vitamins are responsible in maintaining healthy cell membranes. The stronger and healthier the cell membranes are, the better cells can hold moisture. That means, a healthier and younger looking skin. Not just the skin, it also helps in lowering the risk of heart diseases and improves the heart's condition.

Food#3. Low-Fat Dairy
Dairy products such as Yogurt and Milk are rich in Vitamin A which acts as an antioxidant to neutralize harmful elements in skin. As a result, it will prevent wrinkles and will keep the skin youthful and glowing. It also helps in intestinal health for normal and good digestion.

Food#4. Oils
Healthy oils, such as olive oil, can give your skin its needed moisture. For just 2 tablespoons of olive oil to your diet, your skin will be properly lubricated and it will be healthy.

Food#5. Sweet potatoes
Vitamins A and C and Beta-carotene, a good formula for beautiful skin, is found in sweet potatoes. These said nutrients can help retain skin moisture and prevent dryness.

Food#6. Water
Water keeps the body and skin hydrated. It means:
Hydrated skin = Moisturized skin
Dehydrated skin = Dry skin



February 3, 2010

Women's Bag: A Perfect Gift for the Valentine Season

Valentines Day is coming. If you are looking for a perfect and unique gift for your loved one, maybe bag is one of the best choices. Bag completes the outfit of a woman. It is one of the essential things women need. It serves as a container because it keeps personal belongings and the important things needed.

Here are some kinds of bags:

Hand Bag - A small bag. It's strap is just large enough to be carried by hand. It a bag wherein you can keep personal items such as lipstick, makeup, etc. and small gadgets such as cellphone, camera, and other small things.

Shoulder Bag - A bag that also has a long strap and is worn over one shoulder.

Purses - A very small bag wherein you can only put important items such as money, cellphone, makeup items, and other small things. It is carried by hand and has no strap.

Cross Body - Sometimes called "Body Bag". It has a long strap and is worn going over the head, diagonally across the body.

Tote Bag - a large handbag or purse that can carry several items like books, and other things. It can carry many things. It is very stylish and durable.

Travel Bag - is a large bag used as a container for shirts, dresses, shoes, etc. It is used in travelling.

Backpack - Can also be used in traveling but can only hold a less number of items compared to a travel bag. Also known as "school bag".


February 2, 2010

Love Shoes

Shoe is anything on foot for protection. It also contributes in looking great if worn with the right outfit because it also adds decoration and accessory. Haven't bought shoes for years and you have been out of fashion for a long time? Here are the best choices of shoes every woman should have.

Ballet Shoes / Doll Shoes
Ballet shoes are comfortable to wear. On the other side, it is stylish. It is best worn on jeans, capris, skirts, and leggings.

"Slipper-like" Sandals
If you do not want heeled shoes, yet something girly, sandals are the ideal ones. It is not too expensive. It is worn in not too formal ocassions and also in mallings. It has choices of different colors but all of the colors can suit in jeans. It is best worn on sk
inny jeans, casual skirts, and dresses.

Flip Flops / Slippers
It has different colors. Always worn on beaches and outdoors. Simple and colorful.

Sneakers / Rubber Shoes
Comfortable, Sporty, and Cool, sometimes, worn with socks. It is best to wear on Jeans and Pants.

Stilettos and Heeled Shoes
It will you glamorous and formal. It is best worn on jeans, skirts, leggings, and office clothes, and also in dresses. It will also make you tall.



February 1, 2010