January 23, 2018

Healing Natural Oils for Face and more

Simply by Healing Naturals Oils is a product line worth looking in to. The average woman uses 16 beauty products a day. The more you are exposed to toxins the more concentrated and disruptive the chemicals are in your body. 12.2 million adults, one of every 13 women and one of every 23 men,are exposed to ingredients that are known or probable human carcinogens every day through their use of personal care products.

A 2004 scientific study found parabens in 18 out of 20 samples of human breast tissue. Parabens are in almost 100% of drugstore skincare products and cosmetics. Finally, only about 10% of the 10,000 chemicals commonly found in personal care products have safety data. Most mainstream skin care products lack essential minerals and vitamins. While consumers are seeing natural buzzwords, most of these natural ingredients are in small doses told by their late introduction in the ingredient list.

Natural Body Oil for All Skin Types. No

Natural Body Oil for All Skin Types.

Why should you try Simply by Healing Natural Oils? The products are made with high quality ingredients and with no fillers. The oils are 100% natural and gentle on your skin. They are perfect for people with sensitive skin. They are  backed with a 90 day guarantee. Simply by Healing Natural Oils products are manufactured in the USA to ensure integrity of oils and the process. Healing Natural Oils are just under $30 per bottle.

Healing Natural Oils frequently supports many local, regional and international charities and causes. They believe in giving back and protecting and nurturing our planet for our children and grandchildren to enjoy. Visit the company blog for more info on the brand.

Your skin deserves natural beauty

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January 22, 2018

Red carpet updos at SAG Awards

Last night at the SAG Awards, polished updos were a hit with celebrities like Natalie Dyer, Alison Brie and Dakota Fanning. You can recreate their looks in a matter of seconds with the help of Hairdo.

To recreate one of your favorite styles, try Hairdo Style-A-Do/Mini-Do. It’s $25 at Ulta.com. This dynamic duo can be worn separately or together to create perfect up-dos and high chignons. Just wrap these patented elastic-band pieces around your bun to maximize and doll-up your style.

Hairdo Highlight Wrap classic piece easily wraps around any bun or chignon with the secure comfort elastic band holder. It incorporates multi-tonal shades and varying lengths to get you the messy yet chic style. Get it for $19, Ulta.com

POP by Hairdo Wavy Wrap, $14 at wigs.com, will help you to create the perfect side chignon or top notch bun with these softly curled layers. Just wrap and style with your fingers or hot tools to take you from street to red carpet ready.

The aforementioned celebrities did not wear Hairdo products at the SAG Awards.

Dakota Fanning at SAG Awards

Dakota Fanning at SAG Awards

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January 22, 2018

dental perfection is on the rise

In the next three years, the persistent quest for dental perfection is expected to raise the industry of cosmetic dentistry to a new high of $22,362.4 million. The steady growth of the cosmetic dentistry market is attributed to rising disposable income in the middle-class population and expanding consumer awareness of cosmetic dentistry. There is a rising focus on cosmetic dentistry fueled by absolute dental perfection in fashion and entertainment and social media. CDA is a leader in this trend.

The cosmetic dental market is expected to hit a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 13% in the next four years. The expansion of the global dental market overall has been led by a surge in crowns, implants and cosmetic dentistry.

The key factors impacting general dental market growth include an improvement in the oral care needs of individuals, poor oral hygiene, and the rise in oral disease within the elderly population. Technology has also played a major role. Dental CAD/CAM (computer-aided design and manufacturing), as well as 3D imaging, have resulted in improved diagnosis and dental designs. Decrease in chair time is also a factor.

“It’s no surprise to us at all to be witnessing such phenomenal growth in our industry,” said world-renowned cosmetic dentist Dr. John Moore, Jr., founder of Cosmetic Dental Associates. “Throughout the time of my practice, and particularly in the Internet age, I’ve seen a consistent rise in the quest for dental perfection. I’ve even seen whole lives turned around by dental appearance in our patients.”

A good 50% of Dr. Moore’s practice comprises the correction of botched dental jobs. “As the cosmetic dental industry has grown, so, unfortunately, have the number of incorrectly performed procedures,” Dr. Moore added. “This has been an additional reason for our continued growth.”

The United States is the leading country in dental expansion. This is followed by various European countries. Another key region is Asia-Pacific, where Japan is a relatively mature market. Market growth is also being experienced in countries such as India and China. This is due to rising middle-class disposable income, rising consumer awareness and awareness of dental care.

World-renowned cosmetic dentist John Moore, Jr., DDS, established Cosmetic Dental Associates (CDA) in San Antonio, Texas, more than 35 years ago. Dr. Moore is a pioneer of true aesthetics in cosmetic dentistry. Additionally, CDA is among a select group of ultra-modern cosmetic dental offices that offer patients treatments with solutions designed in an in-office dental lab. Visit https://33smile.com. 

Dr. Moore decided to dedicate his life to dentistry after an orthodontist literally saved his smile from buck-toothed ruin at a young age. In addition to the run-of-the-mill training in traditional math and sciences that most dentists do, Dr. Moore took the highly unusual step of engaging in formal art education, as well. This combination has enabled a career of creating beautiful smiles that sparkle: life-like, diamond-cut teeth that have empowered his patients to command the careers and live the lives they’ve always wanted.

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January 22, 2018

Millie Bobby Brown wears Converse to SAG Awards

Millie Bobby Brown SAG Awards

Millie Bobby Brown attends the 24th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 21, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.


(Photo: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

Millie Bobby Brown attended the 24th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 21, 2018. She could not have looked cuter! She rocked a pair of white Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top sneakers.

The 13-year-old Stranger Things star was nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series. She explained to reporters of her choice of sneakers “I always dance,” she said, “You always dance at the SAG Awards!

The hair and the bows added to this adorable look. Finally, her nails were compliments of Essie and she shows them off on Twitter.

Millie Bobby Brown

Millie Bobby Brown nails by Essie

As a result, perfection for this 13 year old.

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January 21, 2018

Judith August’s Iconic Concealer Gets A Make over

Judith August Founder Judith August

Judith August Founder Judith August

Judith August, founder and President of Judith August Cosmetic Solutions announces, “After 30 years, it’s about time.”

A girls got to do what a girls got to do.” says August. We all need a bit of rejuvenation and it was time for The Everything Pencil to look a bit refreshed. A clear bold look on the outside, but the same incredible coverage on the inside.

Developed through her work with Cosmetic Surgeons in Los Angeles in 1986, Judith’s formula has been endorsed by surgeons, skin care professionals, and makeup artists nationwide. The company is proud to reach its 30 year anniversary of developing and marketing cosmetic products that cover up and conceal just about anything from simple annoying flaws to serious coverage.

Because of its status as a Best-Seller, Judith considers the easy-to-use Everything Pencil to be her signature product. She explains that it works like magic to cover age spots, under eye darkness broken capillaries and more—all detracting features that are not unique to women. The Everything Pencil is small and portable, that can be placed in your pocket or purse. But the reason that it’s so popular, according to customer and even celebrity testimonials, is that it works! For those with acne, The EraseZit – Acne and Blemish concealer pencil will camouflage while your skin gets natural benefits such Tea Tree Oil, and Camphor.

Interestingly, it isn’t only women who are blown away by the results of these remarkable beauty products. Judith believes that concealers play a pivotal role in the psychological well-being of both women and men. In fact, Judith’s hottest selling The Everything Pencil – Face & Body Concealer is equally popular among both sexes. Men, after all, are just as likely to want coverage for scars or, on occasion, even tattoos, and her product, Killer Cover can do just that.

“As a young girl in the world of modeling I realized that, Everybody’s’ Got Something to Hide!” This has been her motto for many years as she worked among elite models and actresses continually noting that, nobody is perfect! Women in all walks of life can feel insecure about their imperfections. She teaches through her website and her book, “Gotcha Covered – The Compact Guide To Camouflage Makeup”, that with the right cosmetic products, right colors and right application techniques, we can all look “nearly perfect!

Ms. August’s main focus is to remain accessible to the needs of her clients. Listening to client feedback and suggestions has kept Judith ahead of the competition by leaps and bounds. Customers are treated with personalized service, and everyone receives caring assistance when it comes to choosing the right product to meet their unique needs. Judith says her customers are more like friends to her, so she always wants to insure that everyone is well cared for. Her magnificent staff sees to that.

30 years ago, Judith August Cosmetics found its niche. The company’s dedicated followers call it, “The most well-known, underground concealer company around.”

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January 20, 2018

Legendary Lip Venom

DuWop Lip Venom

Cult Favorite DuWop Lip Venom

My recent lip product obsession continues with the time line of DuWop Lip Venom, the very first lip plumper. This cinnamon spiked blend was created in 1999. In 2003 Lip Venom became a household name when Sephora began to carry it in every store location in the US. In 2005, Lip Venom made its debut on QVC and sold out in under 3 minutes! In 2006 DuWop Lip Venom won Sephora’s Best of Beauty Award in the lip plumping category. I first used Lip Venom in 2004 and have used it on and off since then (mostly on).

Here is a “Lip” Tip from DuWop makeup artist Jason Garner: For added definition, apply Lip Venom to the lip line and using a neutral lip liner, press Lip Venom into the lip line. The result, the lip line looks more pronounced, creating a fuller, sexier, pout.

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January 20, 2018

Causes of Hair Loss in women

woman with red hair

photo: webmd.com

Men might be more likely to face baldness but women deal with this too. Women make up approximately 40% of American Hair loss sufferers. For centuries, the medical community has seemed to neglect the topic of women’s hair loss leaving millions of women to suffer in silence. Finally, with in the last few decades, women’s hair loss has come to the forefront and is a topic that is well researched and taken seriously. Hair loss in women is a serious life altering condition. Women are affected both psychologically and emotionally from hair loss.

There are several reasons why a woman may suffer from hair loss. The main types of hair loss are Androgenic Alopecia, Telogen Effluvium, Anagen Effluvium, Traction Alopecia and Alopecia Areata. There are also some underlying medical conditions and medications which may initiate hair loss and therefore if one is experiencing hair loss they may want to contact their physician to rule out any underlying causes. Androgenic alopecia is also known as male/female pattern baldness and is thought to be hormone mediated.

While there are treatments that are FDA approved for males, not much has been done specifically involving females. Current treatment options are a topical Minoxidil available over the counter and a few systemic medications that must be prescribed by a physician. Telogen Effluvium is caused by a traumatic life event. The event may be physical or psychological. For example, many women who have lost a loved one or have a stressful job, are pregnant or have recently given birth, or have had major surgery have suffered from Telogen Effluvium. Anagen Effluvium is a specific type of hair loss that is caused by chemotherapy. Traction alopecia is caused from hair that is styled too tight and therefore the trauma to the hair follicle causes the hair to break off. For example, someone who wears their hair in tight braids or corn rolls or pulls their hair back in a tight ponytail daily may experience traction alopecia.

Finally, there is a condition called Alopecia Areata which is an autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its own hair follicles. But, whatever the cause may be, there is one underlying common culprit which is inflammation. The earlier the treatment is initiated the earlier new hair will regrow.

When to call a doctor about your hair loss, (according to WebMD.com). Your hair loss is sudden, rather than gradual. You notice hair shedding in large amounts after combing or brushing, or if your hair becomes thinner or falls out. You are concerned that a medicine may be causing your hair loss. Your skin is scaly or has a rash, or you have any change on your skin or scalp with hair loss. Your hair is gradually thinning and balding, and you want to discuss treatment options with your doctor.

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January 19, 2018

For Valentine’s Day there is nothing more festive than a pink or red manicure

Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with a significant other or watching rom-coms with your BFF, nothing’s more festive than a pink or red manicure. Show your hands some love with these fun Valentine’s Day-inspired nail ideas from beauty expert, Skyy Hadley to take your look to the next level.

A lesson in red: If you can’t decide which color is your perfect red, just try them all at once for this monochromatic look.

Red-Nails-with-Denim

Valentine’s Day Inspired Nails

Pink lines: Simply add a strip of thin tape horizontally, then paint over in your favorite pink lacquer. Wait until tacky, then remove the tape. Once the color is completely dry, finish the look with a clear top coat.

Valentine's Day Inspired Nails

Valentine’s Day Inspired Nails

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January 18, 2018

Shapely full lips at any age

Lips get their shape and fullness in part from collagen. As we age, our body produces less collagen and the lips start to lose their plumpness. I am experiencing this collagen depletion now.

I have spent much time and money plumping and augmenting my lips with procedures like fillers and even bovine collagen. The bovine collagen injections were many, many years ago and yes, as a vegan of quite some time now and a vegetarian of almost a lifetime, I think back upon that with horror.

Lips are my devotion right now and I am always on the look out for products and makeup techniques that work to plump and create an appearance of fuller lips without having to “fill ‘er up”.

I found an interesting “How to”, 9 Makeup Tricks You Must Know to Fake Fuller Lips, online at Reader’s Digest. At Liveabout.com I found 6 Tips for Fuller Lips

A favorite lip product I recently discovered is Surya Brasil‘s 100% Natural, Vegan & Kosher Tinted Lip Balms. They are an organic and cruelty-free, They keep my lips smooth, and soft and hydrated. They are available in Blood Orange, Coconut Nectar, Pink Grapefruit, Pomegranate, Sugared Fig and Vanilla Dragon Fruit. I have every one. They are $4.99 each.

I am a skin cancer survivor so I must say, don’t skip sunscreen on your lips. If your lip products do not contain sunscreen be sure to put sun protection on first. That is always a must!

Surya Brasil Vegan Tinted Lip Balm Pomegranate

My favorite -Surya Brasil Vegan Tinted Lip Balm Pomegranate

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January 16, 2018

Gasparilla Extravaganza 2018 Hands Across The Bay

Gasparilla Extravaganza 2018 Hands Across The Bay

Gasparilla Extravaganza 2018 Hands Across The Bay

Gasparilla 2018 is just 11 days away! Come support Hands Across the Bay at the Gasparilla Extravaganza on January 27th hosted by Rainmaker Capitol, Facility One, and Casino Scouts.

It’s an exciting event with a front row view of the Gasparilla Boat Parade from the ballroom of The Westin Harbor Island! The event will be filled with food,​ drinks, live music, face painting, games, and much more! It’s a great place to bring the family and celebrate the Gasparilla Pirate invasion!

The funds raised will fund the mission and ultimate goal of raising the quality of life in Tampa Bay by taking the unique approach of identifying the circumstances surrounding the crisis to best stabilize a family and guide them back to the road of success.

An important factor to the success of the event is the support of the community.

​Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased at www.hatbgasparilla.eventbrite.com.

Gasparilla Extravaganza 2018 Hands Across The Bay

Gasparilla Extravaganza 2018 Hands Across The Bay

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