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DON’T LET YOUR EARS SHOW YOUR AGE!
- Though our ears are 90 percent formed by age 6, they do change shape and appear to enlarge as we age. The ears droop as soft tissue (skin, fat, and muscle) relaxes and structural support changes. “Bone recedes with time, so there’s less foundation to hold the skin and cartilage up,” says board certified NYC Dermatologist Dr. Kally Papantoniou. “Plus, loss of elasticity and collagen in the skin causes sagging.” If you’ve been hanging major bling from your ears, there are so simple non-invasive solutions.Over the many years of sun exposure and loss of collagen and elasticity in the skin of the ear lobes, which are usually where the ear piercings are located, can become wrinkled and thinned out. “What this does,” says Dr. Papantoniou, “is weaken the piercing itself so that earrings are not held firmly in the ear and can sag down. The support is also not there so the ear looks shriveled. This is easily improved with the use of hyaluronic acid fillers, such as restylane, juvederm or belotero. The look is completely natural, and the earrings are held up perfectly afterwards, with hardly any down time. For a patient who enjoys wearing large earrings, and has become aware of the appearance of their ears, rejuvenating has become very accessible and effective with fillers.”Testing for Ear Lobe Droop Test yourself with an earring like that pictured or described here.
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- Never sleep with earrings. Even if this does not feel uncomfortable, it could mean 8 hours of an ear being tugged by the earring against a pillow.
- Don’t wear heavy earrings every day routinely. Save this for an important event, or limit the amount of time you wear them to few hours.
- Don’t forget your sunscreen! Photodamage is the # 1 aging factor for the ear.
- Consider applying some of your retinol cream to the lower part of theear when you apply to your face.
- If you have an over grown scar on the ear, this may be a keloid and it can be treated with either injections or surgical removal, see your dermatologist.Button Style Tiger Eye Earring suffering from Ear Lobe DroopOne of the most challenging styles of earring a person can wear is the circular button earring. If it’s half an inch in size and has a post in the middle.Put it on with a normal sized gold backing. Most likely that earring will little by little tip forward until it’s pointing to the pavement.
This is not only a very unattractive look, but it is hard on your ear-pierced area.
The tricky thing about testing is that at first it looks great, but as the day wears on and you use the phone and other activities, it starts to droop or sag.
Important tips for the young and old to prevent sagging
Dr. Kaleroy Papantoniou is a Cosmetic Dermatologist, Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She specializes in Injectables, Lasers, Body Contouring, Surgical and Medical Dermatology. Dr. Papantoniou is also a clinical instructor at Mount Sinai Health Center in New York City. She applies expert techniques and the newest technologies to treat her patients. Dr. Papantoniou focuses on providing her patients with the highest level of care, with special interests in natural and healthy alternatives to treatments and disease prevention. Connect with Dr. Papantoniou via twitter @DrPderm or her websitewww.DrPapantoniou.com
5 Things That are Skin No-Nos
Pro Advice from Savvy Travelers Being that are our skin is the body’s largest organ, it stands to reason that there are things we should be doing to care for it each and every day. However, many of us go through our daily routines paying very little attention to our skin. In fact, there are a lot of things that we do that end up leading to clogged pores and a dull complexion. These skin “no–nos” should be avoided to help keep skin looking and feeling great.
“Our skin is so delicate, yet we treat it as if it can put up with all of the mean things we do to it,” explains expert traveler Tina Aldatz, chief executive officer of cosmetic beauty wipe company Savvy Travelers. “Taking care of your skin can help keep you looking younger, feeling great, and loving what you see when you look in the mirror.”
Here are 5 things that are no–nos that people often do to their skin:
- Not removing makeup before bed. Many people hit the sack without washing their face, and often leaving makeup on when they do it. According to the National Sleep Foundation, when you do this you can damage your skin. Going to bed with a dirty face leads to clogged pores, makeup tends to have free radicals held in it, which will lead to wrinkles. Keeping something like Take Offz facial cleansing and moisturizing wipes close by provides people with an easy and convenient way to always be able to quickly clean and moisturize their face before bed.
- Overlooking the importance of exfoliating. Many people tend to overlook the importance of getting their skin exfoliated. When you have it exfoliated, it removes the old, dead layer, so that younger and healthier skin can regenerate. Regularly doing this at home or having this done by getting regular facials is advised to get the best results.
- Getting too much sun exposure. According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. Getting too much sun exposure to the skin can lead to skin cancer, as well as cause premature wrinkles. Protect the skin by wearing sunscreen, a hat, and seeking shade whenever possible.
- Not staying hydrated. According to the National Institutes of Health, the skin contains around 30 percent water. It’s this water that gives skin its plumpness, elasticity, and resiliency. If you are not staying well hydrated, your skin can lose those attributes, so be sure to drink up.
- Having dirty hands. We come in contact with many germs every day, especially on our hands. When those germ-filled hands touch your face, you are transferring them there. This can lead to clogged pores, breakouts, and infections. Keep hands clean by frequently washing them with soap and water, or using anti-bacterial cleansing wipes, such as Klean Upz, when soap and water are not available.
“Between bad habits and germs, our skin can really take a hit,” added Aldatz. “It’s up to us to be proactive to make sure that we hold ourselves accountable in taking care of our skin, as well as being prepared. When we do those two things we will end up with skin that we love and loves us back.”
Savvy Travelers offers a no-rinse line of cosmetic beauty wipes that help to keep travelers healthy and lends a convenient collection of problem solvers for beauty and wellness needs. Savvy Travelers designer beauty wipes are curated for the “on-the-go” sophisticated savvy travelista! No water? No problem! The company offers a line of pre-packaged individual cosmetic wipes, such as the “No Sweat” antiperspirant deodorant wipes, the “Speak Eazy” mouth cleansing wipes, the “Take Offz” cleansing moisturizing wipes for the face, the Klean Upz antibacterial hand and body wipes, and more. Savvy Travelers wipes are a savior in flight when you are stuck at your seat, or on a road trip and still want to feel clean and refreshed, making traveling healthier all around. For more information, visit the site at: www.savvytravelers.com.
About Savvy Travelers (SavvyTravelers.com):
The Savvy Travelers collection of designer beauty wipes are curated for the sophisticated on-the-go travelista. Savvy Travelers keep ladies fresh and fabulous from head to toe, one swipe at a time, offering products in convenient kits and single-use packets that are disposable, eco-friendly and made in California! No Water? No Problem! Follow @Savvy_Travelers on social media and like us on Facebook.
Sources:
National Sleep Foundation. Is it bad to go to bed without washing your face? https://sleep.org/articles/washing-your-face-before-bed/>
American Cancer Society. Skin cancer facts. http://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancercauses/sunanduvexposure/skin-cancer-facts>
National Institutes of Health. Water, Hydration, and Health. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908954/>
6 Features of the best GP tutors in Singapore

GP is considered one of the toughest subjects for most Singapore student. Compared to English where students are expected to write short essays or stories, GP asks for a lot more from students. A student has to write formal, argumentative, and long essays from diverse topics.
Essays in science, history, culture, social happenings, arts, politics, geography, philosophy or economics have to be written creatively and critically. This means that a huge number of students fail the GP paper and they need tutors on the same. Despite the complexity and toughness of the examinations you have to choose tutors with desirable qualities such as:
1. Experience
A good tutor must have the right experience in the General paper. The credentials of the selected tutor should be very high and attractive. With the right skills and experience in teaching the same, you will be able to get the best tutoring possible.
You should note that a tutor having perfect scores isn’t all that is needed from a tutor. They should be experienced teachers. It would therefore be a better decision to choose a GP tutor experienced in the field.
2. Willingness to teach one student
Tutoring centers offering GP lessons tend to be packed. If you required personalized tutoring to deal with your weak points adequately, a tutor offering one on one tutoring is preferable.
Passing the test is hard and this means that you must have the best tutor offering dedicated training and attention to your individual needs comfortably. You will pay a little more but the quality of tutoring received is very high.
3. Patience
Your GP tutor and any other GP tutor engaged from reputable tuition agencies should be very patient. Learning speeds vary with students. This means that the tutor should understand the tutee’s weaknesses then work with you at your speed to ensure that you get the best out of the money spent as well as the time and input effort.
4. Quality content
The quality of the content offered should be high. Writing the best GP papers requires well-articulated ideas in acceptable formats and within the scope of the subject matter. The best tutor should be able to guide you into writing essays using right and the highest quality content. The tutor should be able to share their content booklets as well as tips and knowledgeable nuggets on the best strategies employed to create valuable and high scoring content.
5. Effective
Hiring a private home tutor is expensive and you should get good result or see improvement in your child’s results/ writing and comprehension in a short time. A good tutor should be able to work matters fast with you ensuring that you master the basics and essentials of the subject in the shortest possible time.
6. Easily relatable
This is a very important quality to be considered when seeking a tutor. Previous work reviews and testimonials will help you choose a good tutor. However, you should have a tutor who is easy to talk to and comfortably interact with. Pinpointing weak points is done easier when the tutor is easy to warm up to.
In conclusion, the best tutor for you or your child should have these qualities among others. These will assure you that you will get a good result at the end of the tutoring and the examinations. Also ensure that the tutor is within your neighborhood to prevent lateness or missed classes. Education is one of the best investments in life and the best tutors will,help you achieve your excellent education goals.
Products I featured today on Fox46 Good Day Charlotte
Today I presented these fabulous products in my It’s a Glam Thing “ABC’s of Beauty” segment on Good Day Charlotte with the lovely Page Crawford. See product descriptions here: https://itsaglamthing.com/2016/08/10/today-on-good-day-charlotte/
Obesity: Let’s talk about it!
Did you know that obesity (adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 and over) is considered a disease and morbid obese (adults with a BMI of 40 or more) is classified as a disability? More than 35% of adults in the United States are obese. I am here to help fight this disease. Here are three things you can start doing today! It is as easy as 1,2, 3.
1. Consume more fruits and vegetables. I know you have been hearing this since elementary school but now it is time for you to put this into action. It really is not as difficult as you think. Drink a smoothie made with fruit for breakfast, you can even throw in some spinach and it is delicious. Make a salad with green leafy vegetables, sliced strawberries and even toss in an orange for lunch, you just made a perfect summer salad. Make sure you have at least a cup of fruit or vegetables at each meal.
2. Decrease consumption of energy dense food. The definition of energy density is the amount of energy or calories in a particular weight of food and is generally presented as
the number of calories. Example of high density foods are cookies, chips and ice cream. These foods have lots of calories in a small portion. Eat foods that you can get more of with less calories: hint fruits and vegetables. Energy dense foods are commonly cheap and inexpensive. Remember, you are what you eat so don’t be cheap and easy!
3. Increase your physical activity.
Move that body! Increasing your physical activity will help you in many ways like improving your energy to helping you sleep better. The key is find something you love to do and do it! Schedule your activity. For example, I enjoy playing tennis so I schedule it into my week. It is an appointment and we all know that once something is in your schedule you have to follow through with it.
These 3 things are just a few simple things you can do that can help improve your life as well as help fight this epidemic that is sweeping our country. Let’s do our part and fight obesity together.
Today on “Good Day Charlotte”
Today on “Good Day Charlotte” Enya Flack presents The “A,B, C’s of Beauty” – Artistic Beauty, Botanical Beauty & Classic Beauty products.
First we have A for “Artistic Beauty”…
These two products give you the color and tools you need to create your look:
Well-groomed and shaped brows frame the eyes and highlight your features. Gerard Cosmetics “Brow Bar To Go” includes two smooth highly pigmented, super blend-able powders for the brows so you can define them. The wax helps them look perfect all day. The brow brush has an angled tip for easy and precise application. (Choose from Blonde to Brunette & Medium to Ebony) GerardCosmetics.com
Velvet 59 “The Rose Metals Palette” plays the role of eyeshadow, blush, and highlighter for the face and lips all-in-one. The colors have a sparkling metal sheen and shimmer to them. Colors include Rose Silver, 22k Gold, Persian Pink, Metallic Rose, Sun Stone, Moon Landing, Shakudo, and Passion Flower. Velvet 59 Rose Metals Palette has no Talc. Vegan, Gluten Free & Paraben Free Velvet59.com
B for “Botanical Beauty”…
Petal Fresh “Rosemary & Mint Shampoo” is a volumizing shampoo to add bounce and body to hair. Certified Organic Rosemary and Mint cleanses hair while adding volume from root to tip for lush, long-lasting fullness. www.petalfresh.com
Pura d’or “Rosehip Seed Oil” is 100% Natural Rose Hip Oil. This powerful multi-tasker reduces the appearance of scars and stretch marks, soothes the scalp, restores pH balance to skin, and stimulates collagen production. It’s a body, hair and face treatment. Rose hip seed oil is a pressed seed oil, extracted from the seeds of a wild rose bush. Purador.com
And finally C for “Classic Beauty”…
Gerard Cosmetics “Fire Engine” lipstick is a red hot classic, glamorous and timeless shade of lipstick. GerardCosmetics.com
“Shalimar” by Guerlain is a classic fragrance that is from one of the oldest perfume houses in the world. Originally created by Jacques Guerlain in 1921. The scent can be described as vanilla, powdery and sweet. Spicy perfumes like Shalimar were popular during Shalimar’s conception. The top note of the fragrance is bergamot. The middle notes are iris and opopanax (an herbal plant). The base note is vanilla.
Beautiful Hair starts with a Lisse Luxe Hair Towel by Aquis
In all the years I have been washing my hair, I have never owned a hair towel designed specifically for hair. I use a regular towel, and it was not until I tried a Lisse Luxe Hair Towel by Aquis, that I realized what I was missing. The Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is the perfect length and thickness and wraps around your hair beautifully. The fabric is soft and wicks away moisture up to 5x better than cotton towels. The towel also allows you hair to dry fast with less friction which minimizes frizz. I love it because it is long, comfortable and lightweight so I can wrap up my hair and tuck it in the back easily without the bulkiness I get with a regular towel. The Aquis Lisse Luxe Hair Towel is just the perfect hair towel for me, and I’m not letting it out of my sight.
There are also other unique features of the Aquis Lisse Luxe Hair Towel;
You hair will dry faster for quicker blow drying;
The hair towel prevents frizz, split ends and hair breakage;
It absorbs water with woven fibers, and Aquis textiles have ultra-fine fiber channels for enhanced wicking
Remember to follow the care instructions before using your towel for best results and to keep your towel from getting damaged. Learn more about the Aquis Lisse Luxe Hair Towel at aquis.com
Contessa’s Court August 2016
I found this fun and fabulous hair look (above) when flipping through the online issue of Contessa’s Court magazine. I love it. I also found products from Pura d’or Premium Organic Hair Care, men’s fashion & more.