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Cold Sores: Preventing and Treating Oral Blister..

Cold sores are often called Herpes Labialis, Herpes Simplex (HSV-1) or fever blisters and are essentially painful lesions which commonly appear on the lips, chin, cheeks or nostrils. These blisters can cause pain and usually turn into yellowish crusty sores before they disappear. The process to heal a cold sore can take weeks. However, those who are prone to cold sores usually get an outbreak over and over again. In fact, they are highly contagious so they can pass them to others as well. At this time there is no cure, secret remedy or vaccine for cold sores but there are things you can do to prevent them, treat them, stop their spread to others and speed their healing.

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Tips for summer make-up.....

Who doesn't love summer with all the pleasures it brings: a lot of sun,the beach&the sea. Unfortunately the heat and the humidity are real challenges for your make-up so some changes must be done in this case.

The first tip in order to obtain a beautiful make-up is to use a make-up basis after hydrating the face and before using the make-up. The make-up basis is light and helps the make-up last more.

Another tip is to use a light make-up. As you are used to wear gauzy shirts and linen trousers during summer, the make-up should also be simple and refreshing. You should replace the hydrating foundation with a solar protection cream. These kind of creams allow the complexion remain fresh and won't permit the appearance of folds on your face. If you feel the need of an additional protection you can use a powder.

Lip Care

Soft, healthy and pinkish lips usually draw sudden attention at first sight. They give a fresh inspiring look to your face. Lips are the most among the most delicate part, therefore require constant nourishment. Dry chapped lips give your face a dull, pale and unattractive. Well, have no worries, read this article and you'll end up with some good tips you're your Lip care. Lip care does not comprise of a single task, but a series of activities that need to be performed on a constant basis to get a fruitful result. Luscious lips reduce the proximity among you and your partner and set the perfect mood for romance. Taking constant care of your lips gives you a health and fresh look. 

face cleansing.........

Tip 1:

Take 1 tbsp of un-boiled milk, dip a small pad of cotton wool in this and rub on the face gently. Use circular movements, use upward strokes on the neck area. Leave this on for 15 minutes. Wash with cold water.

Tip 2:

Take a thick slice of cucumber. Don't peel the slice, rub in a circular motion all over the face and neck areas. Wash after 15 minutes.

Tip 3:

Halve a tomato, gently rub over face and neck and wash after 15 minutes.

How to Achieve Soft and Young Skin

Once a woman begins to age, her skin starts to lose its fresh and glowing look that may cause a lot of distress to her. Being under constant stress, she may experiment with a number of creams and skin care products to make changes in her skin that would make it appear as young as before.

The fact most people fail to understand is that applying make-up or several other creams on top of your skin does no good, unless and until it is being nourished from within. Only then can it glow healthily and appear beautiful. The kind of skin most women dream of is not

difficult to obtain at all and this dream can become reality by following few instructions.

Drinking adequate amounts of water is highly important. The more water you drink, the healthier your skin would be. Keep yourself hydrated at all times.

"Beauty sleep" is essential too. When you sleep, the damaged skin tissues start being repaired and growth hormones get to work. If sufficient sleep is not taken, those tissues will not be repaired completely and will show up on your skin by making it look rough and

unpleasant.

A healthy diet is an equally important element that contributes to younger and softer skin. Eat lots of vegetables and fruits, and avoid foods that have too much oil, are rich in sugar level or junk food.

To make your skin softer and smoother, you can use moisturizers. However, make it a point not to use those that contain mineral oils, fragrances, and alcohols. Skin care products that are organic should be used as they are easy on the skin.

Other ingredients that add the softer side to your skin include almond, avocado and grape seeds oil. They make the skin soft and beautiful naturally.

Nail Polish Selection....

For the perfect looking nails, you need to take proper care of them. Dirty nails are quite repulsive and clean nails that have been shaped and filed beautifully and polished expertly can make your hands one of your best features. Nail polish comes in thousands of shimmering rich colors and are these days available in quick drying formulas that stay longer to make your nails look stylish always. It is very important that you let each layer of nail paint dry, before applying another coat on it. To quicken the process, you can use the branded quick drying formulas, readily available in the supermarkets. It always handy to keep a cotton bud by your side to remove excess nail varnish on the top of the bottle, as it will prevent of it being glued shut by the drying of the color. You can easily get a coordinated look while doing makeup by visiting a cosmetic saloon and trying out nail polishes that compliment your lip color.

Some beauty product companies, even offer makeup kits that have eye shadows, mascaras, lip liners, lipsticks, blushes and nail polishes that harmonize with each other well for making your makeup choices much more easier. There are quick drying formulas and strong longer lasting formulas to choose from. Speed-dry nail polishes dry quickly of course, but on the other side, they chip easily too. They should be used only in emergencies and should not be included in your daily makeup kit. Strong and longer lasting nail polishes are chip-resistant and do not need frequent touch-ups and are thus pretty good for daily purposes. If you are in a hurry and need a quick manicure for our nails, opt for light or sheer shades. Always store your nail polish in a refrigerator though a cool dry place is still a better option.

Solid color manicure is the most basic and simplest of all. Basic neutrals and mild nail colors are best for first meetings and job interviews. If you are wearing open-toed sandals, you can also apply the same shade on your toenails for the stylish look. Match your nail polish with your outfit. For an easy pick, try choosing the shade that is the second most common in your clothes to emphasize it. Since black and silver lend a bold look so use it only while dating, going to the parties or when you are going on outgoing with your family and friends. Become a craze in your school or college by doing you nails in school colors. You can try painting one nail in one color entirely and then use another color to paint the next nail and so on or paint the body of the nail with one color and tips with another.

How to Make Your Hair Grow Longer........

The popularity for long hair has held the women yearning for longer, beautiful, straightened hair. This 'crowning glory' makes them feel more feminine,and allows them to create a variety of glam hairstyles. Gothic looks with long, jet-black hair and a few colored streaks are an all-time fashion statement and can be quite a 'head-turner'. It is also believed that long hair not just beautify your body, but enhance your persona to a great extent. Hence, women have a strong desire to flaunt long locks and cast a spell on the people around. No wonder, cosmetic market has observed an avalanche of hair care products that help in hair growth. While some shampoos promise an increase of 3 inches in hair length in a span of three months, others assure longer and stronger hair with a money back guarantee. The ancient homemade remedies appear to be equally confident. Are you stuck in a similar confusing state? Follow these tips to grow your hair longer and enjoy the much awaited attention!

Tips to Make Hair Longer

Healthy Lifestyle

Balanced diet is the utmost important factor in order to produce a healthy head of hair. A meal that is rich in vitamins, especially vitamin A & C enhances hair growth. Make sure that your meals contain optimum amount of fresh fruits, green-leafy vegetables, beans, lentils, spinach, raisins and lean meat.

Trim your Hair regularly

See your hairdresser regularly to get the split-ends and the rough, damaged ends trimmed as they are an obstruction to hair growth. If your hair is not very damaged too far up the length of the hair shaft, you may start with a very healthy trim and then continue to trim monthly.

Be Gentle

Approximately 70-150 hair fall off naturally in a day and that's perfectly fine. However, if you are rash while brushing, then you may pull them all the more. Use your fingers to solve any knots or tangles if you have curls and then use the brush. You should brush your hair before shower in the morning. Avoid any kind of styling that involves pulling your hair at the root and stay away from tight ponytails or cornrows. Brush only as much as you need to style your hair.

Say No to Heating

While using flat iron and curling iron occasionally is usually fine (so long as the heat isn't too high), you should minimize heat styling as much as possible. Blow drying, curling irons, hot rollers and especially flat irons or crimpers are a big no-no if you want to grow your hair longer. Allow the hair to dry naturally even if it takes slightly longer. Remember, every time you heat your hair, it causes irreparable damage to the hair follicles.

Avoid any Harsh Chemicals

Do not use any peroxides on your hair. If you need to color, use shades of natural henna or other home-made organic hair products. Also, perming or straightening agents break down the chemical structure of your hair and rebuild it. The damage caused leads to breakage of hair. This is a suicidal attempt if you are trying to grow your hair long.

Know your Hair care Products

If you are using any styling products, first find its ingredients and determine if it suits your hair and scalp or not. Most of over-the-counter hair products, contain ingredients such as 'ammonium laurel sulfate' which can actually dry your hair out, and cause breakage and split ends. Even worse, they may contain silicon, which can be extremely bad for your hair.

Condition well

You should use leave-in conditioners besides the right shampoo and conditioner. You must also deep condition your hair at least once a month. This will help you maintain well-moisturized hair which is less prone to dryness and breakage.

Makeup For Teenagers.....

It is first of all in teen age that the craze bugs to look beautiful bites every body. All of a sudden then the world of makeup and fashion starts looking extremely interesting. The craze to experiment with looks specially comes with the entry in college. However, as this age is very delicate, it is often not advisable to apply extra make up. Teenage make up should always be soft and subtle. A nice combination of colors, poise and sweet touch up makes teenage make up attractive and charming.

What kind of make up is advisable for teenagers?

As a teenager you must know that you have got a soft and unexploited skin and you must act wisely to preserve it. Make sure you do not use any local and harsh products on your skin. Also remember not to be a copy cat of makeup applied by people around because as a teenage it is very important for you to develop an original style of your own. Do not also give yourself an overdose of make up because it will make you look more mature than you are. Try to stay away from that ultra glam as it will take a toll over your innocence which is the basic plus point of your beauty.

Make up tips for teenagers

What to do 

• Experiment with colors. Try wearing bright and floral colors. You can also use light pink and black colors if you are willing for a feminine look. 
  
• Go for bright yet natural shades for make up. 
  
• Do experiments with your eye make up but avoid extra glossy make up any where else on your face. 
  
• Go for lip gloss instead of lipstick. 
  
• Try different kinds of hairstyles because changes in hair do help in a complete make over. 
  
• Remember to keep your skin clean, toned and moisturized. Avoid using any harsh products on your skin. 
  
• Experiment with your footwear. 
  
• Innocence on your face is your real beauty, so avoid any kind of make up that overshadows your natural charm and innocence. 
  

What not to do 

• Always make sure that you do not overdress yourself and whatever you wear is in accordance with the occasion you are dressing up for. 
  
• Avoid extra chemical treatment with your hairs. However experiment as much as you can with natural and herbal products. 
  
• Avoid wearing ultra glam dress and make up because that will overshadow the natural charm of your face. 
  
• Do not apply chemicals on your face instead go for home made and natural products. 
  
• Avoid colors like queen, brown, grey and slate both in make up and dresses.
  

Home Manicure Tips: How to Polish, File, and Buff Nails..

Use Salon Products and Tools

There are thousands of nail products on the market today and knowing which tools you need to properly buff your nails can be tricky. However, if you visit your local beauty store you will need to pick up only a few products. First, a handheld nail buffer is essential on your list of supplies. These look similar to emery boards; however they have several different colored panels and appear more like a foam block. You may also want to grab a few bottles of colored polish or OPI polish in French white if you'd like to give yourself a French manicure.

Before Filing or Buffing..

Before you start filing away at your nails, there are a few things you should do first. Be sure to remove all old polish with a gentle finger nail polish remover. Look for those without acetone for the gentlest results. After getting rid of the polish, soak your hands in warm soapy water for ten minutes. This will soften your nails and skin to allow you to not only buff your nails better but also remove the unwanted cuticle areas. You can make your own homemade hand spa by filling a large bowl with warm water and adding a small amount of scented bath oil to the water. After soaking your hands, be sure to dry them completely. 

Buff Nails the Right Way

To begin, grab your nail buffer and file your nails as you normally would (rounded, square or oval). With the roughest side of the buffer, start to buff your nails. Use a gently side-to-side motion when doing this. The main purpose of this phase is to smooth out any major ridges your nails may have. Next, use the next roughest side of your buffer and repeat the process. This will further work any ridges out of your nail area. To finish the buffing phase, utilize the smoothest part of the buffer to polish your nails until they shine. 

Be sure not to be too rough when you are using the first few sides of the buffer. These are meant to only be used gently on the nails. Being too aggressive can lead to a split or chip in the nail, which is almost always difficult to repair properly. 

Tips for Professional Salon Results

After you've successfully buffed your nails, consider taking your homemade manicure to the next level. Grab your favorite lotion (with or without sun block) and a pair of clean cotton gloves (socks will work if you don't have gloves). Lather your hands in the lotion, put them into the gloves and wait for ten minutes. When you pull your hands out, wash and dry them well. You will find they are incredibly natural and soft! Be sure to wipe your nails well, apply a top coat of polish and begin painting them in your desired color. Allow the first coat of polish to set and apply another thin coat. Finish with a top coat and allow it to dry.As you can see, getting beautiful nails doesn't necessarily require an expensive trip to the salon. So, instead of spending money on artificial acrylic nails this season, consider taking the natural route and doing your nails and toe nails yourself at home! 

Tips for Home Hair Color and Highlights.....

Choosing Your Hair Color Shade: One of the most important parts of the home hair color process is choosing the shade of hair color you want to try. If you've colored your hair before, you can simply use the same color kit you used during your last at-home coloring session. However, if this is your first time coloring at home, you need to be careful and take your time to choose the best shade for you. Take a look at your current hair color and try to match it up to the shade samples from the hair color boxes to get a natural blend. If you want to try a completely new shade, consider looking at the skin tones and eye colors of the models on the hair color boxes. If you choose a color where the model has a similar skin tone and eye color to yours, you'll likely be fine with the results. It's always suggested those who color their hair at home not go for dramatic results more than two hair color shades away from their current color. For example, someone with black hair could not effectively dye their hair blond using a traditional over the counter, inexpensive at-home hair color kit.

Read The Hair Dye Instructions: Before you even think about applying the hair color, be sure to read through and review the entire instruction booklet in full. While you may think all you need to focus on is the steps of application, it's important to know what you need to do to prepare for the home hair color process. In addition, most hair color kits require users to undergo a 24 hour allergy skin test, which is vital if you want to protect your health during home hair color sessions. While rare, hair color allergies can be deadly and this test will help you avoid any major problems. 

Home Hair Coloring Technique: While the basics of applying hair dye include mixing the solution, applying the solution to the hair, waiting a pre-set amount of time for the color to process and washing the hair with the included shampoo, there are a few things you can do to ensure easy application and results. If you're doing the application yourself, be sure to start by separating your hair into four sections (using clips or rubber bands to create four taut buns of hair). Then starting at your hair line, apply the solution and work it around the scalp area. When you have the scalp saturated, begin by taking one of the buns down and massaging color into the hair. Repeat with each bun. Lastly, pile all of your saturated hair into one bun at the top of your hair. In addition, be sure you wait the exact amount of time the box instructs you to wait to get the best results

How to Choose a Moisturizer with Sunscreen for Your Skin

When looking for the right kind of moisturizer for your skin you should consider many things before just going and buying any product off the shelves. These things should be skin type, time of year, as well as cost of the product you are looking at.

Common Facial Skin Types

Oily skin is described as shiny with a dull color to it. Chronically oily skin has large pores and often has blackheads or pimples that can be either large or small. There are many causes to this type of skin a few of which are hormone levels, heredity, diet, and the weather. Natural oils such as Olive oil are actually good for oily skin types, they help break down the bodys oil and replace it with good oil.

Dry skin can be described by a dull flat tight look. This skin type often suffers from a tight itchy feeling and the skin can flake or chap and crack easily. This skin type can be caused by a lot of the same things as oily skin such as heredity, diet, and hormones. 

Combination skin is skin that has both oily patches as well as dry patches and is a very typical skin type for the face. Often the T zone is where the oily patches are; the T zone is the forehead, nose, and chin. Often this area is affected by acne or can be more greasy feeling then the rest of your skin. The dry patches are often the cheeks where they can become so dry some people may experience flaking or chapping. 

Sensitive skin is skin that is thin or fine in texture. If you have sensitive skin you probably have allergic reactions to many products including detergents, cosmetics and alcohol that is used in many skin care products. Sensitive skin burns easily as well as can get windburned more easily. 

Moisturizer Cream & Lotion Products with SPF

Dermatologists recommend that you always use a moisturizer that contains a sun screen. SPF is important to give you the sun protection you need. During the summer months you can even find moisturizers that contain tint for a nice tanned look. 

Some products like Aveno have clearly labeled bottles that tell you what the skin type each different product is best for. Aveno is best for sensitive skin as well as to be used during winter months when dry skin can be at its worst. 

Neutrogena is one of the top recommended products for skin care by dermatologists and can be found in just about any drug store, chain store, or super market. Neutrogena is a product that is especially good for people who suffer from oily skin types or acne that is often caused by oily skin. 

You may also find that some organic ingredients work best for your skin. A natural deep moisturizer is olive oil and is often used even in luxury salons. This is one of the best moisturizers for a deep penetrating facial or all over body moisturizer. Choosing a product that is right for your skin will allow you to save money as well as find the right product for your skin type.

SPF: stands for Sun Protection Factor.

Party Make Up Tips.....

Everyone wants to look good, especially when it is the time to party. The idea behind hosting or going to parties is to meet the people you know as well as to make new friends. At the same time, you try to impress others by your dressing sense and looks, along with the way you carry yourself. The self-confidence comes when you know that you are looking perfect, with the right make up and a dazzling ensemble. However, while getting ready for a night out, you need to know that party makeup also has some limits and rules. For instance, you should apply either heavy eye makeup or heavy lip makeup, but not both at the same time. If you want to be the essence of a party, there is no better place to
start than at your dressing table. In this regard, the party makeup tips given here will come handy.

Prepare Yourself:

Choose your dress, footwear and accessories for the big occasion in advance. Once all the elements come together, it will help you get an idea about your look and you will be able to select your make up accordingly.

For Fresh Looking Skin:
Wash your face with warm water, using your favorite face wash.
Rub ice on your face for 5-10 mins, in breaks.
Dab some cleansing milk on a cotton ball and wipe your face with it.
Apply some lotion/ moisturizer, while making sure you do not end up leaving your face oily.

Preparing The Base:
Depending upon your complexion, apply foundation all over your face, with the help of a sponge/foundation brush. You can apply a darker shade of the foundation on the broader parts of your face.
Now, apply shimmer powder on your face, over the foundation, with the help of a brush.
Blush your cheeks, adding color gradually. Use some blusher on the sides of the forehead and chin as well.

On The Eyes:
First of all, you need to apply the eye-shadow on your eyelids
Define your eyes with eyeliner, making use of short strokes.
Next, apply 2-3 coats of mascara, on the tips of your lashes.
Finally, define your eyebrows with the help of an eyebrow pencil.

For Your Lips:Shape up your lips nicely and precisely, with the help of a lip liner pencil.
Now is the time to apply the lip color, with the help of a brush.
Blot the lipstick with tissue and then apply once again.
Finally, add a coat of gloss on your lips.
For Your Nail:Clean your nails thoroughly and file them to give a proper shape.
Apply a coat of the colorless base coat and let it dry.
Add two coats of a nail polish, giving a gap of 10 minutes in-between.
Add another coat of the colorless base coat and let it dry.

Repair Your Hair With Egg Yolks

Is your hair dry, dull, damaged, brittle, coarse, or frizzy? Egg yolks might help repair your hair. You can use just egg yolks alone to repair your hair, with other ingredients, or as part of a hair mayonnaise. Here is everything you need to know about hair repair and egg yolks.

Deep-Conditioning Treatment


Replace your deep conditioner with a homemade egg yolk hair repair treatment. Here's how:

Crack open one egg (two if you have very long hair) and separate it so the yolk remains, then pour the yolk into a mixing bowl. Beat the egg yolk quickly with a fork or whisk until it is completely broken up and watery.

Add one tablespoon of olive oil to your egg yolk. Beat again with the whisk or a fork until it is completely combined. If you don't have olive oil, you can use baby oil instead, as it makes hair especially smooth and smells lovely!
Next, slowly mix in one cup of lukewarm water. This is necessary in order to dilute the egg yolk and oil, which makes it easier to spread evenly throughout your entire head of hair.

Wet hair completely in the bath or shower, then cleanse with a gentle shampoo. Rinse with cool water and squeeze excess water from hair.
Pour half of the homemade egg yolk conditioner on top of your head. Use hands to apply the other half of the conditioner to the bottom of hair.

Comb your homemade conditioner through your hair using a wide-toothed comb or your fingertips. Be sure to coat hair evenly Let it sit for five minutes.
Rinse your hair thoroughly with lukewarm or cool water  not hot! Never use hot water when using eggs on hair. Hot water might actually cook the egg on your hair, making it smelly and hard to clean. Cool water rinses leave hair especially shiny.

Here are some other egg yolk remedies to repair your hair.

To strengthen and repair hair, mix two egg yolks with two teaspoons of castor oil. Massage into hair, let sit, then rinse thoroughly and style as usual.
Whip eggs with white wine vinegar to form a foamy mix. Pour the mixture over your hair and rinse with cool water. Try this once a month to keep hair smooth and lustrous.

Beat an egg yolk until frothy. Add warm water to dilute and massage into hair and scalp. Rinse and apply conditioner, then rinse and style.

Egg yolks work very well on dull dry hair when mixed with plain, unsweetened yogurt. Form a paste from this enriching combination and spread all over hair. Leave on for 30 minutes, then rinse, and you'll find your hair shinier than ever!
Immerse olive oil into a bowl of egg yolks and whisk  this is essentially a homemade mayonnaise. Massage into hair and let sit under a plastic cap for up to a half hour. Rinse with warm water.

For a super-intense egg yolk hair repair treatment, combine one tablespoon of honey, one egg yolk, a half teaspoon of almond oil, and one tablespoon of yogurt. Make a sudsy paste and apply it to your hair. Let sit for 90 minutes. When you rinse it off, your hair will be completely moisturized and smooth.

Egg yolks are an easy, inexpensive, all-natural way for you to repair your hair and leave it healthy, beautiful, and strong.