July 15, 2019

Celebrate Bump Day This Wednesday with Belli Skincare

Bump Day

This Wednesday, July 17th is Bump Day, a day to celebrate bumps around the world and generate awareness of the risks facing moms and babies who need vital care.

In honor of this celebration, Belli Skincare is offering 25% off all of their pregnancy safe skincare products on BelliSkincare.com.

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BELLI is an award winning OB/GYN + Dermatologist recommended skincare line and has been cleansing, clearing, conditioning, preventing, firming, protecting, repairing and renewing skin since 2002.

Developed by skincare experts, Belli is devoted to all women’s skincare needs, including pregnancy and nursing moms. From hormonal pregnancy, acne, dry or itchy skin to preventing and repairing stretch marks, Belli has you covered in the safest way possible.

Belli products are vegan, made with plant based ingredients, cruelty free, and do not contain any artificial dyes, fragrances, harmful chemicals, preservatives, paragons, gluten or phthalates.

Please click HERE to learn about the entire collection.

 

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July 15, 2019

Safety & Fun All In One!

What do you get when you bring together over two-hundred celebrity parents, their kids, some Disney/Nickelodeon/BRAT television stars and mix them with a totally awesome indoor and outdoor playground?! A FUN party! Now mix in a giant bounce castle, some safety awareness kits, music, a red carpet and “Instagramable” photo booths: You get a TOTALLY AWESOME party!

mifold, the world’s top grab-and-go booster seat for children invited It’s A Glam Thing to attend their 1st Annual Children’s Passenger Safety Awareness Fun Day at The Awesome Playground in Los Angeles, and we can report back that it was awesome.

The event started with a star-filled red carpet that included UFC Champion Chuck Liddell, NFL players Bret Lockett and Duane Brown, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s Rib Hillis, Fuller House stars Soni Bringas and Elias Harger, 9-1-1 stars Gavin McHugh and Pilar Holland, Single Parent’s breakout star Marlow Barkley, and countless other child, adult celebrities and social media influencers.

Even some local Uber drivers dropped by to check out the festivities and grab some mifold boosters to carry along in their vehicles as sometimes parents don’t have one handy, which is a big NO-NO!

After the red carpet, Disney’s Ava Kolker hit the stage inside to perform her new single, which was followed by heartfelt remarks by mifold’s inventor Jon Sumroy, double amputee champion runner Jami Marseilles and Helen Arbogast of Safe Kids California on why car safety is A MUST!

All in all, the event brought together the community of Hollywood for a fun event that taught us about what to look for when getting our kids or others into cars, and that talking about safety can be done in a fun manner!

Here’s some highlights from the event courtesy of mifold’s video team…

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July 14, 2019

Doing All You Can To Improve The Condition Of Your Skin

If we are totally our honest, our skin can say a lot about how we feel, don’t you agree? If your skin looks tired and a little grey, perhaps less plumped and radiant as usual, then the chances are you are actually feeling tired and less energetic yourself. If your skin is showing signs of problems like acne, then you could be eating the wrong things, struggling with your diet or generally stressed over something. It says much about our current circumstances in life, and that is because we can often take our eye off the ball with skin care, enabling life factors to take their toll. However, life’s stresses will always be sent to test us, and there will always be days that we feel less energetic and more tired, but our skin doesn’t have the give the game away.

You may be wondering how you go about that? But it is simple, consistency and taking better care of yourself as a whole will have a greater positive impact on your skin condition and your tone. I thought I would share with you some of the ways you can handle things a little better. Some may be obvious, others not so much, but as a whole, these tips should help you gain better control and improve your skin condition.

 

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What you put into your body affects your skin

Have you ever heard the saying what you put into your body is ultimately what you get out of it? There is some truth to that because it can definitely show signs of your lifestyle through your skin. For example, having a weekend where you have been out both Friday and Saturday, perhaps drinking a little too much and not getting enough sleep. Craving junk food and sugar to peak your energy levels, and perhaps gauging on way too many carbohydrates and definitely not drinking as much water as you should be. Come Monday you may feel a little better having gotten over the hangover, but your skin will only begin to start showing the effects through dark circles around your eyes and maybe a few surprise guests in the form of spots. While we all deserve those weekends every now and again, doing this consistently means that is the output you are going to get from your body.

Drink plenty of water

Water is nature’s natural detox, and it is certainly something we are preached about a lot. It is recommended that we drink two litres of water per day, and while that may sound excessive, it really isn’t that hard to do. Water hydrates your skin and enables new skin cells to form, so it is vital as part of your everyday lifestyle.

Your skincare routine

It is so important that you consider your skincare routine and make some positive changes to ensure that you are doing all that you can to improve the condition of your skin. The one thing you may not consider is that the fact that you might have been using the same products for some time. Your skin can get used to them, and sometimes when they used to have a positive effect, may not give your skin what it needs now. Considering new products and things they like brands such as Skin Doctors could be the way to go. Giving your skin a new lease of life and helping avoid those problems you may face such as breakouts in the future.

Eat the right food

Just like water is important, the diet you have is equally just as vital. Your skin needs essential vitamins and minerals to make sure that it gets what it needs to regenerate. But it can also help with problematic skin, especially if you are prone to spots. Leafy green vegetables are great, and while it’s fine to indulge, just make sure in turn that you are consistent with a well-balanced diet.

Exercise

Exercising is a great way to maintain your skin condition and skin tone, not just in your face, but your entire body. Make sure that you keep up with regular exercise even if it is just walking a few times a week. The difference it can make to your overall lifestyle is amazing.

Sleep

A decent night’s sleep is important for skin. You may not agree, but overnight is when your skin is working the hardest and regenerating. Repairing and replacing lost skin cells. This is why it is always a nice idea to use a specific night cream at night as your skin can absorb the extra hydration.

Let’s hope that these suggestions help you to improve the condition of your skin.

 

 

 

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July 12, 2019

Saving On Style: Clever Cost-Cutting Hacks For Clothes

Shopping for new clothes is a fun and expressive experience. The trouble is, it can also cost you a small fortune. Even if you only pop to the shops for a new pair of jeans and some socks, you will almost always return home with your arms full of shopping bags. Although showing restraint would be sensible, it’s not something most of us often want to do. Thankfully, it is still possible to save some money. With that in mind, here are six cost-cutting hacks that you should know.

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Buy Out Of Season

As exciting as it is to buy things pre-season, this is a shopping habit that you must try to break. If you’re always buying in anticipation of the weather just around the corner, you will be charged the maximum retail price. If you shop for what isn’t happening, however, you’ll get much better deals. This means that you should buy your bikinis in the winter and chunky sweaters in the summer.

Hit The Discount Stores

Discount stores tend to sell overstock, as well as imperfect pieces from other retailers. Because the original stores couldn’t sell these items, the price tags are often slashed significantly. This means that you could find designer brands for less than high street prices. Just remember to check the clothes before buying them. Some pieces will be damaged too much for you to wear.

Shop For Good Quality

Saving money isn’t always about finding the lowest prices. The truth is, with many clothing items, a lower cost means a worse quality. Rather than waste money on clothes that won’t last, you should spend a little extra on those that do. This is especially important for items like bras. If you purchase cheap bras, the cups will likely curl with the first wash, leaving them ill-fitting.

Look In Other Sections

A plain white t-shirt is still a plain white t-shirt, regardless of what section you buy it from. The trouble is, if you purchase such an item from the women’s part of a store, you will probably have to pay much more than the men do. Because of this, you should ditch women’s clothes and look in other areas first. You’ll be surprised at just how much you can save with this switch.

Always Check The Label

Never buy an item of clothing before you have checked the label inside. After all, if you always purchase dry-clean-only garments, you will have to pay through the nose every time you want to wear them. It’s much cheaper to choose items that you can wash at home yourself. If you do have dry-clean-only pieces, however, you must make sure that you follow this instruction.

Decide Not To Buy

Online retailers hate it when you abandon your cart. Rather than letting you go, most will send email after email asking you to finish your purchase. Some will even give a discount code to entice you into coming back. Because of this, you should abandon full carts on purpose. The retailers won’t know that you’re planning to purchase regardless, so will still send the code.

Clothes can be expensive, but with these clever hacks, you should have no trouble cutting costs.

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July 10, 2019

Under $100: Olivia Culpo’s Straw Hat!

 
Olivia Culpo shared an image holding Hat Attack on Instagram yesterday! The model showed off her beachy look while posing with Hat Attack’s Metallic Inset Stripe Sunhat ($88; www.hatattack.com) during her vacation in Mexico.
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July 9, 2019

WHAT REALLY WORKS TO PULVERIZE THOSE DIMPLED THIGHS?

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“Cottage cheese,” “funky gravy.” “hail damage” – whatever you want to call it –  cellulite is never something we want to see on our bodies. That lumpy, dimple-looking flesh on our thighs, buttocks, abdomen, and hips is dreaded by women and men alike. Cellulite is caused by fat cells pushing up against a layer of skin, tethered down by connective fibers that attach to the muscles. When there is a buildup of fat, these fibers pull down while the fat pushes up, creating the appearance of uneven, bumpy skin. Cellulite is not a weight issue and can affect individuals of all shapes, sizes and ages.

While cellulite is not a serious medical condition, it can make someone feel insecure or embarrassed. However, you aren’t alone; between 80 to 90 percent of women will experience cellulite at some point in their lives. Some might start to notice cellulite as early as puberty.  Dr. Gretchen Frieling is a board -certified Boston Area Dermatopathologist. She cuts out the clutter to define what really works in 2019 to eradicate cellulite, be it a temporary or permanent solution. 

Are there at home creams that can provide temporary improvement?

“If you’re looking for an at-home treatment, topical creams are an effective way to diminish cellulite. However, they’re a long-term or complete “cure,” says Dr. Frieling, She adds, “The fat cells are still under there!  To maintain the results, you’ll have to apply the product every day. Use a moisturizing cream with ingredients that treat fatty tissues such as caffeine or retinol to minimize cellulite. To see results, you must apply the topical cream daily to improve cell circulation. Caffeine works as a diuretic, which can dehydrate the fat cells and change the water content, which can reduce the appearance of cellulite. While creams with at least 0.3 percent retinol work by thickening the outer layer of skin. It is essential to test these products on your skin before long-term use as some have shown to have adverse effects. Most creams can be found online and at any drugstore.”

What are the latest technologies to decrease Cellulite?

Acoustic wave therapy

Studies show that this can reduce the appearance of cellulite. Several treatment sessions are needed to see a reduction.

During one minimally invasive laser treatment called Cellulaze™, a tiny laser fiber is inserted beneath your skin. When the laser is fired, the laser energy breaks up the tough bands beneath the skin that cause us to see cellulite. This treatment can also thicken your skin, which is important. Skin often thins where cellulite forms. Thickening the skin can help reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Bottom line: Cellulaze™ may reduce the appearance of cellulite. Patients see results that last a year or longer. More research is needed to know for sure how effective this laser can be.

Subcision

Called Cellfina™, this medical procedure involves your dermatologist inserting a needle just under the skin to break up the tough bands beneath the skin that cause us to see cellulite.

Bottom Line: Cellfina™ has been shown to reduce the skin dimpling that you see with cellulite. In a study of 232 patients, 99% of them said they were satisfied with the results. The results can last two years and possibly longer.

Vacuum-assisted precise tissue release

This also breaks up the tough bands that cause us to see cellulite. During this procedure, your practitioner will use a device that contains small blades to cut the tough bands. After the bands are cut, the tissue moves upward to fill out and eliminate the dimpled skin.

Bottom line: This may be an effective treatment for reducing cellulite. A small study shows that many patients who received this treatment had less cellulite for up to 3 years. It’s too soon to tell, but the results may last even longer.

Radiofrequency

This is a type of treatment that heats the cellulite. One FDA-approved device combines radiofrequency with a laser, suction, and massage to target cellulite.

Bottom line: Recent studies suggest some patients see a little less cellulite. This result, however, is short-lived and several treatments are needed to see this minor change.

After treatment, bruises are common. These fade with time.

Are there lifestyle exercise or diet changes that will reduce cellulite?

AVOID SUGAR
Dr. Frieling explains, “Your diet may be playing a significant role in the amount of cellulite you have, so it’s important always to have a well-balanced diet. One of the biggest culprits for causing cellulite are sugary sweet snacks and processed foods. Sugar is stored in our fat cells, and having too much will cause them to expand, thus creating the appearance of cellulite. The same goes for foods with high sodium intake, which cause bloating and water retention, making cellulite more noticeable. Other foods to avoid are cheese, soda, deli meat, fried food, and white bread.”

EXERCISE REGULARLY
If you’re struggling to get rid of those stubborn dimples, it’s time to get up and get moving. “While it isn’t exactly the cure for cellulite,” says Dr. Frieling, she adds that “regular exercise will help in its prevention by strengthening the muscles underneath the fat in your butt, thighs, and hips. Squats and lunges, as well as a 45-minute walk, are great exercises that target the leg muscles and make the skin look more even.”

STOP SMOKING
Smoking reduces the amount of blood that flows to your skin, causing the skin to become thinner and saggier. While it is a difficult habit to kick, the cellulite on your legs, arms, and butt will be less visible.

REDUCE YOUR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION
“Elimination or significantly reducing the amount of alcohol you consume may aid in decreasing the toxins that accumulate underneath our fat cells. Alcohol also has high amounts of sugar, which will only make the cellulite more noticeable,” says Dr. Frieling.

STAY HYDRATED
This probably won’t be the first time you’ve been told to drink more water, but it does help! Dr. Frieling explains that “By drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water every day, you’re helping to remove the toxins stored underneath the layer of fat which cause our skin to look lumpy. Staying hydrated also helps with the overall health of your skin, making it appear more plump and full”.

FAKE IT!

If you have fair skin, a self-tanner may help. Dimpled areas are less noticeable on darker skin. Start with a gentle body scrub, then apply a self-tanning lotion to cellulite areas only. Next spritz your entire body with a tanning spray. Pass on a real tan. It’ll damage your skin and make cellulite look worse.

About Dr. Gretchen Frieling

After graduating summa cum laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Dr. Frieling completed her medical school at The University of Florida College of Medicine. She continued to excel academically and personally and pioneered a medical mission trip to the Dominican Republic to provide free medical care. After medical school, Dr. Frieling completed her training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital/Harvard Medical School. She then completed her Dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Vermont Medical Center. Currently, she is also a practicing Dermatopathologist in Newton, Massachusetts.

During her training, Dr. Frieling built an extensive resume, including but not limited to many articles in the Dermatology and Pathology literature, textbook chapters, and national conference presentations. She was on faculty at Harvard Medical School and participated in the first year Histopathology course.

In her spare time, Dr. Frieling continues to give back to her community and beyond. Currently, she is spearheading another medical mission to the Dominican Republic and partnering with Pedro Martinez and The Pedro Martinez Foundation.

Along with splitting her time as a practicing dermatopathologist, Dr. Frieling enjoys spending time with her husband, her two kids, and extended family, as well as volunteering in the community. She is a resident of Wellesley and loves good music and is always up for trying a new restaurant!

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July 8, 2019

How to Tame Unruly Brows

While most people desperately try to grow eyebrows in, there are those rare beauties that were born with bold arches, so bold in fact that they must be tamed.  Boom Boom, owner of Boom Boom Brow Bar, says the best way to tame unruly, coarse, curly, stubborn brows…the kind that tend to grow down and don’t sit straight, is to use a brow gel.

Boom Boom Brow-ssiere is a clear brow gel that delivers soft natural hold and sets brows straight all day long and strong without flaking.  “It’s a fast, easy way to shape and set your brows instantly. It makes them look perfect, in a natural way,” says Boom Boom.

Tips for Taming Unruly Brows

  1. Unruly brows tend to have to be cleaned up often, but make sure not to take too much off, especially between brows. If they start too far apart, it can make eyes look too wide set and brows overdone, keep/manage them closer together versus farther apart.
  2. Trim longer hairs, but not too short or a hole can develop. And, made sure to use a blunt end scissor for safety.
  3. Apply a clear brow gel by starting in the center and brushing brows up and out.  Gel is applied while brushing, so brows are groomed and set at the same.  It’s clear, won’t flake and brows are set straight!

Ingredients: Water, PVP, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Propylparaben and Imidazolidinyl Urea.      Boom Boom would never test on animals!  Retail Price: $18.00; Available on www.boomboombrowbar.com.

Boom Boom Brow Bar is 11 years strong!! As one of the first walk-in brow bars in NYC, Malynda Vigliotti (aka Boom Boom) empowers others to celebrate their own personal gorgeousness without breaking the bank or making appointments.  She makes brows fast, convenient, affordable and FUN – 26K+ served last year…376K+ since 2008!  She is THE brow expert for the International Beauty Show in New York and Las Vegas!  The New York Times loves Boom Boom: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/23/nyregion/23joint.html; Vogue does too: https://www.boomboombrowbar.com/press/; and Refinery29 named Boom Boom Brow Bar one of the top 10 spots to get the best brows ever: http://www.refinery29.com/eyebrow-shaping-nyc#slide-9. Also seen in In Style, Bustle, Byrdie, PopSugar, The Knot, Nylon, Vogue UK, Spa Week, American Spa, Eye Lash, Newsday, The New York Post…Shop for products, services and gift cards on boomboombrowbar.com.  Instagram: @BoomBoomBrowBar; Facebook: @BoomBoomBrowBar and Twitter: @BoomBoomBrowBar.

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July 8, 2019

Molly Sims Loves Zoe Lev Fine Jewelry! 

Molly Sims was spotted wearing Zoe Lev’s 14k gold large nail initial necklace ($520, www.zoelev.com) while in the Hamptons this week! The stylish mom of three posted a photo on her Instagram highlighting the gold necklace while spending the day at the beach. The initial pendant was the perfect accessory to compliment her and her daughter Scarlett’s matching suits!
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July 8, 2019

Tell-Tale Signs You Need to See a Sleep Specialist

 

Are you up all night staring at the ceiling and can’t figure out why you cannot sleep? It is time to call a specialist. A sleep specialist will assist in treating sleep disorders especially the main ones like sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy among others that you might not be aware of. Snoring, fatigue, oversleeping and sleep addiction are other forms they can assist you with. Sleep specialist assists mothers with newborn babies to be able to have par sleeping patterns and the elderly too with the various conditions they might have that are underlying factors for their poor sleep. At times when you have unexplained issues like you cannot shake a cold, you have a low sex drive or lack of appetite this and others listed below are some of the tell-tale signs you should see a sleep specialist.

The Hangover effect

Do you feel drunk and hangover in the morning even when you had no alcohol the previous night? This is called the hangover effect, whereby due to insufficient sleep you feel drunk while driving to work. Although lack of quality sleep amplifies the hangover it should not be felt as much when you have not had any alcoholic in 24 hours. This is a tell-tale sign that you should get examined with your sleep doctor as the hangover effect that is brought by sleep deprivation is as dangerous as driving under influence. Most people self-treat this condition by drinking more alcohol in the name of relaxing making it worse.

Poor social life

A poor social life can be caused by a number of circumstances. A busy work schedule, being a new mother, however when you lack enough sleep your social life is also knocked off. Sleep deprivation makes you lose empathy for other people either as family members or close friends. The lack of this sensitive human emotion towards others rubs off to others and you are unable to understand their emotions as well or explain yours clearly. This sign leads to poor relationships with people and you find yourself constantly in arguments with your partner, children, colleagues and tend to isolate yourself which then leads to depression. Contact your sleep doctor when you see your emotional intelligence is shaky.

Repeated cold infections 

Having a cold is frustrating and disgusting and of course, it affects your sleep. However, with a good immune system, your body should be in a position to effectively fight off this cold. Yet, most people especially those who are sleep deprived constantly are unable to fight off a common cold. This is because due to the sleep deprivation they have, their body is not able to restore and repair itself as it should as to when you have adequate sleep. Hence your immune system is weak and unable to fight off illnesses effectively. Once you experience this off and on cold infections share with your sleep specialist to receive the necessary advice on how to improve your sleep quality.

Poor concentration

Do you at times find yourself doing things completely opposite? For instance, adding salt to coffee, putting cereal in the fridge other than the pantry. Forgetting people’s names especially those you are familiar with. This is a sign you should consult your sleep specialist for your cognitive abilities are poor due to poor sleep quality and quantity. As poor sleep has some effect on concentration and alertness by the time it gets to this level you could be experiencing some sort of sleep disorder.

It nags you  

As it may be, you could determine to change your old beddings and buy new Casper mattress review and improve lighting and entire ambiance to improve your sleep pattern. Yet, you are still not getting the desired rest from sleep. By this point, it nags you for you have done all you could. See a sleep specialist to diagnose what could be the issue. It could be possible a simple lifestyle change will fix it or the various nightmares and sleepless nights can be well evaluated further for you to be well rested.

Being Impulsive 

 

Have you lately become abrupt in what you say, do or buy? You could be in need of quality sleep since this is an after effect of sleep deprivation. An exhausted person inhibits weird habits and behaviors especially those you do not expect of them. When you find yourself taking it out on a co-worker, spouse, or you are simply irritated by everyone. Have some sleep and consult your sleep specialist to get any assistance in organizing your sleep routine. Impulsive disorder at times leads to craving sugary foods that you necessarily do not need.

High blood pressure 

Having high blood pressure is a high-risk condition and when you are sleep deprived it is easily triggered. This is not the only risky diseases that are triggered by poor sleep. Others like diabetes, heart-related ailments, and a number of sleep disorders lower your overall health and performance. Yet, by getting enough sleep you could have prevented this ill triggers. Alert your sleep doctor if you are not getting adequate sleep and your blood pressure becomes unstable.

Meager performance 

A lot of studies have been conducted on athletes and how different sleep patterns affect them. Those who experience low sleep quality have a hard time concentrating and have very low energy during the game. These results are similar to those who work out at home. The less sleep they get their endurance is low, the training is not fully efficient and you are unable to meet your targets. Incorporating sleep in your workout routine has helped aid this challenge effectively and seeing a specialist as well. 

Cravings and weight gain 

 A lot of sleep-deprived people get cravings of carbs and sugar filled foods. Cravings are not harmful but increased cravings can be detrimental to your health and lead to weight gain. The reason behind this is with less sleep the brain craves glucose to keep it running efficiently. Improve your sleep by checking some reviews online for quality mattresses and good beddings.

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July 8, 2019

January Jones Wears La Vie Style House!

 
LOS ANGELES, CA – July 8, 2019 – January Jones shared a photo wearing La Vie Style House on her Instagram over the holiday weekend! The actress posed for a photo showing off her vintage inspired  La Vie Style House Amy Berry Tropical Silk Caftan (price upon request; similar styles available at www.laviestylehouse.com) while enjoying the summer sun.
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