Hair , How to Refresh It Between Washes With Tips And Products From by Tony Odisho
Is it the second day after washing your hair? Or third or fourth? Don’t worry, we won’t tell! There’s an easy and quick way to give dirty hair a second life when you don’t have time to wash it. Better yet, it just requires a few key steps and products. We’ve got you covered! Here’s our foolproof favorite way to refresh hair between washes.
Start by brushing it out with a boar bristle paddle brush. Hair naturally tends to be oilier at the roots and dry at the ends. Brushing it regularly helps distribute the oils and revive dry hair. One of the biggest complaints of dirty hair is the oiliness on the scalp. This can remedied with our talc-free Dry Shampoo. It goes on clear so it’s invisible, but when applied at the roots, it quickly absorbs excess oil.
Next, apply some Flexible Hold Hairspray. It’s lightweight and provides a workable hold that won’t weigh down hair. It also protects against heat damage. After that, loosely curl the hair with an Infrared Curling Iron. Run fingers through the curls to break them up a bit.
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(New York, NY) – The thought of fall conjures up comfy layered clothing and finally letting hair down from being tied up in summer pony tails, braids and buns. And this season, natural texture and curly locks have swept back into our hearts. “The major bonus in the current trend of curls is there is no right or wrong way to rock the look! Curls can be lazy and loose, tight and voluminous, or even better…a mix of textures for a more dimensional finish,” says Andrew Carruthers, Education Director for Sam Villa, who offers two fresh curly looks for fall.
For a rocker look with tons of fullness, separation and a hint of a Robert Plant influenced shag, a blow dryer with a diffuser and plenty of curl contracting products will do the trick.
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To dress up the look and add some contrast to the visual textures, gently brush out and add a few bobby pins to shift the vibe.
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“Curls are as multi-faceted as the people that wear them, so don’t be afraid to explore new techniques and combinations of texture to celebrate the fact that fall is for curls!!” adds Carruthers.
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Credits: Hair/Sam Villa ArTeam; Photo/Katie Parker; Wardrobe/Brittany Hart; MUA/Nicole Schimel; Model/Nausheen Ahmed @nausheen_ahmed
Sam Villa is co-founder of Sam Villa®, 2017 NAHA Lifetime Achievement Award Victor, Behind the Chair Stylist Choice Award Winner for Favorite Platform Artist and Educator (2012, 2011 and 2007), Favorite Overall Educator of the Year (2015) and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken 5th Avenue. Facebook: @SamVillaPros ;YouTube: @SamVillaHair; Twitter: @SamVillaPro; Instagram: @SamVillaHair; Pinterest: @SamVillaHair
Traveling has become so accessible to so many of us that we hardly ever think about the impacts it has on the environment, our budget, or even the quality of our trip. For example, we will often take a plane as the fastest means to get to a destination, without even considering the merits of going on a road trip along the way. So, if you are debating on whether to go by air or by sea to your next destination, here is a quick run-down of the pros and cons for either option:
There are many pros to traveling by air. From faster travel times (an absolute must when your destination is thousands of miles away) to cheaper travel, flights are the go-to option for many business and leisure travelers around the world. You can also enjoy more protections and rights than some sea-faring options. If you travel within the EU, to the EU on a European airline, or from the EU, then you can enjoy delay and cancellation protections. This way you don’t have to worry about your Thomas Cook flight being delayed, for example, as you can instead make a claim on FairPlane.co.uk and receive compensation to cover some or all of the costs.
The cons of air travel are primarily due to the massive amounts of CO2 emissions that each flight costs. During this critical period in our history, it is important for everyone to do all they can to reduce their carbon footprint and waste. That being said, this shouldn’t bar you from flying entirely. You could instead join a carbon-emissions offset program to fly guilt-free.
Traveling by sea is a luxurious affair, meaning you won’t likely have to deal with uncomfortable conditions. In fact, the most basic of all sea travels will be a ferry which takes, at most, a few hours. For most sea-travel, your experience will be with a cruise. Cruises are great ways to enjoy the journey and not just the destination. As they often come in packages, they can be easily budgeted for as well. Enjoy the sea, enjoy the sun, and in most cases explore a variety of destinations that help you maximize your vacation experience.
When you travel by sea, you are stuck with the schedule. You cannot fall in love with a port town and stay a few extra days. You will also have to double check to ensure that food and drinks are included in your package. Otherwise this could become a huge unexpected cost. Cruises are also not ideal for those who are easily sea-sick or who have a limited amount of time for their vacation.
Knowing all your options when it comes to getting to your destination will help you make the right choice for your next trip. Just remember to stay within budget and to work out tra
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Halloween is just about a week away, kids will be eating all the candy they can find and sugar levels will be through the roof. But how much sugar is too much, and what are the signs your child is sugar overdosing?
Dr. Christopher Calapai D.O., a New York-based Osteopathic Physician board-certified in family and anti-aging medicine, is giving a rundown on sugar intake and what you need to know to keep your child out of a Halloween candy-induced sugar coma.
How Much Sugar Is Too Much?
For children, it depends on their age and their calorie intake, but as a general rule of thumb, 12-25 grams a day is just enough.
What Are the Signs of Too Much Sugar?
#1: Sugar High
A sugar high happens when there are extremely high levels of blood sugar, which results in high energy and shaking of the hands. The candy equivalent is three Butterfingers, which is 30 grams.
#2: Sugar Crash
A sugar crash usually happens within an hour, and glucose levels in the body will drop, causing energy to decline as well. During a crash, you’ll most likely be fatigued, hungry, and may also have a headache. To get rid of a crash, your child’s best bet is to eat an apple or banana.
#3: Your Child is Craving More
Sugary foods release dopamine, which is the same chemical released during drug use. Once your child starts eating more sugary foods, such as those Halloween treats, the craving for more will continue.
When you eat a lot of sugar, your blood sugar levels rise, which causes the pancreas to produce insulin, a hormone that prompts cells to absorb blood sugar for energy and storage. When you have too much insulin, your blood sugar crashes, which makes you crave more sugar. So, if you cut back on sugary food, you won’t make a lot of insulin, and then you will stop craving the sugar.
Choose lower carb, lower glycemic foods, like berries, veggies, proteins, protein shakes, protein bars and yogurt. Pears are a great alternative, since it has almost 14 grams of sugar and reduces the risk of heart disease.
#4: Sleeping is Almost Impossible
Serotonin is released, which is our relaxation hormone, and is needed for a child to have a good night’s sleep. If insomnia issues arise, it’s time to reduce sugar intake.
Dr. Christopher Calapai
Dr. Christopher Calapai, D.O. is an Osteopathic Physician board certified in family medicine and anti-aging medicine. Proclaimed the “The Stem Cell Guru” by the New York Daily News, Dr. Calapai is a leader in the field of stem cell therapy in the U.S. His stem cell treatments have achieved remarkable results in clinical trials on patients with conditions as varied as Alzheimer’s, arthritis, erectile dysfunction, frailty syndrome, heart, kidney and liver failure, lupus, MS and Parkinson’s. He has worked with Mike Tyson, Mickey Rourke, Steven Seagal, and Gotham’s Donal Logue; and as a medical consultant for the New York Rangers. Connect with him via Twitter @drcalapai or at www.drcal.net.
Pildora , the world’s first luxury lifestyle brand dedicated to sustainable fashion and entertainment, announced last week that it has launched the #Fashionability: Designer Spotlight Series. Every month leading up to New York Fashion Week in February, the series will honor one up-and-coming fashion designer who is dedicated to sustainability – both in design and in their everyday lives.
Pildora x Alexander Acosta – Sustainable Fashion Shoot
The Series kicked off by honoring the fast-rising Dominican-American fashion designer Alexander Acosta, who integrates leftover fabrics by upcycling the materials for use in his collections. Each month leading up to New York Fashion Week in February, a new designer will be announced and honored on Pildora’s digital channels, leading up to Pildora’s #Fashionability event at Fashion Week.
The first iteration of #Fashionability was held during Miami Fashion Week in July 2018, by bringing sustainability, fashion and luxury to life through an experiential event, featuring choreographed performance art pieces, live music and fashion shows. Now, #Fashionability is launching its Designer Spotlight Series to honor up and coming designers, while also shedding light on sustainability in fashion.
“At Pildora, we’re firm believers in the significance of taking small steps towards sustainability in our everyday lives,” stated Christina Almeida, Founder of Pildora. “By launching the #Fashionability: Designer Spotlight Series, we will not only honor up and coming designers who are committed to sustainable practices, but we hope to inspire the larger fashion community to take small steps to help the environment, one day at a time.”
Designers interested in the #Fashionability: Designer Spotlight Series can submit themselves at Pildora.events. The requirements are that the designer promotes and abides by one or all of Pildora’s seven sustainable fashion guiding principles, which include the following: Using recycled, upcycled and vintage fabrics, utilizing handcraftsmanship techniques, promoting fair-trade practices, supporting the local community, using organic materials and lastly, supporting charitable causes.
If selected, the designer will be contacted by Pildora’s team, and featured on the company’s website and social platforms, with a chance to be honored during the #Fashionability event in February.
For additional information, official rules, and to submit a designer, please visit: https://www.pildora.events/fashionabilityseries/.
Christina Almeida – Founder of Pildora Events
About Pildora
Pildora is a creative luxury lifestyle brand driven by global events, creative content and entertainment production. Founded by female entrepreneur Christina Almeida, Pildora uses a Human Centered Design (HCD) approach to develop start-to-finish high-end, unforgettable experiences that integrate art, music, dance, fashion and content production with sustainability. Centered on environmental friendliness and social impact, Pildora’s goal is to give a voice to sustainable designers and brands, and provide a platform for people to learn to live a more sustainable life. In all aspects of development of Pildora’s production, the company takes into consideration all stakeholders, including the environment and surrounding neighborhood. For more information on Pildora, visit: https://www.pildora.events/.
Growing taller (increasing your height) is a lot easier than you think, but you have to be sure that you have activated a lot of little things that will help you. You can use these tips to make your body change, and you need to try them all at the same time so that you can compound your results. Someone who is trying to change their body over time needs to be sure that they have a list of things that they can to make it easier for them to change the way in which they want to see themselves.
Heightgainers.com is a good program for you to use, and you will find that you can completely change how you see your body because this site tells you what they can do to help you. You need to get started here so that you can see your height change, and you will pile on all the other things on this list to make the program work even better.
You need to be on a better sleep schedule. Your body can recover if it is resting and has more time to repair itself.
You need to be on a lean diet that will not add any weight to your body. There are a lot of people who are trying to get on a better diet, and you can simply use the diet to make sure that you are healthier in every way that you want.
Taking a vitamin D supplement is good for you because it can help you make sure that you are healthy as possible. You just have to be sure that you have chosen the supplement that you can take twice a day.
Calcium is something that you can get from milk and supplements. You have to be sure that you have figured out what will work best for this, but it could be a combined diet and supplement thing.
Zinc is something that you can get in a supplement, and it is very easy to take. You can use this supplement along with your others, and it helps you feel your best when you are trying to infuse your body with minerals.
Hanging exercises help to stretch your joints in a safe way, but they are just one part of gaining inches in your height and making your body better.
Pilates is meant to stretch the body, and it is the thing that you can actually use with machines that will stretch your joints. You will start to grow because you have forced your body to do so, and you will start to get taller if you have also made sure that you have used the other tips above.
Someone who wants to have a taller body has to do something that is going to help them gain height quicker. They can start a system, and they can use all the tips above to get the results that they need.
It’s a Glam Thing disclaimer: Before beginning any exercise or health program, consult a healthcare provider for the appropriate actions and precautions.
Introducing the newest shade to the Osmosis Colour Lip Goss collection, Think Pink ($19) is a beautiful sheer pink with a high shine finish. Robin McGee, Osmosis Colour Founder and Dr. Ben Johnson, Co-Founder along with Kids Artistic Review, a sponsor of Dancers Against Cancer, created this shade to raise money for the charity Dancers Against Cancer (DAC).
Donating a percentage of all Think Pink proceeds, Robin, Ben and their daughters chose this organization because they have witnessed firsthand the impact of this program on those battling cancer. DAC’s mission is to create an alliance in the dance community that provides financial support and inspiration to instructors, choreographers, dancers and their families who have been impacted by cancer.
With an irresistible scent of grapefruit and strawberry, all Osmosis lip glosses feature a creamy, rich texture and 3D pigments to help lips appear fuller and more plumped. The line’s jojoba and sunflower oils hydrate and nourish, encouraging the healing process and turning dry, chapped areas into baby smooth and soft. Enhancing your natural barriers to lock moisture in, each formula will also promote firmness and elasticity. Each swipe of luminous color will even help remove free radicals and block environmental age-factors, all thanks to its antioxidant packed ingredients. Gluten-Free. Oncology Friendly
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Beauty begins the moment you open the box
It’s sleek and sexy, but natural and conscious too: giving back is the new beautiful.
Created by celebrity hairstylist David Babaii, n:p beautiful is a new line of revolutionary hairstyling tools and products utilizing the science of stem cell technology just launched at Nordstrom.
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After seven years of research, David Babaii, Chief Global Creative Director, is proud to introduce plant stem cells into his now, patent-pending haircare. Working tirelessly to capture the essence and wonder of Mother Nature in a bottle, he managed to bring plant-based proteins to hair — proteins that are rich and restorative, fully delivering key nutrients to each strand. Whether naturally fine, thick, curly or frizzy, n:p beautiful is ideal for all types of hair. The products are also free of sulfates, parabens and artificial dyes for an elevated, all-natural experience. Plus, the entire line is dedicated to giving 10% of net proceeds to pediatric cancer and animal welfare charities. Because what’s more gorgeous than giving back?
David Babaii is the man who styles the most beautiful women in the world including Meghan Markle, Kate Hudson, Nicole Kidman, Scarlett Johansson, Angelina Jolie and more.
n:p beautiful’s hair styling tools are innovative, sexy and beautiful with sleek Italian design, matte black packaging and rose gold accents They include a lightweight, high-wind performance blow dryer, a fast-heating ergonomic tourmaline barrel curling iron and an innovative flat iron with vibrating plates that pulse as hair passes through to minimize tugging, pulling and heat damage. Hair is sleek, shiny, and manageable.
Continuing the matte black theme with delicate touches of rose gold, n:p beautiful’s 10 styling products will transform your hair the minute you open the bottle. Containing the amazing restorative ingredients mother nature is famous for, plants are incredible self-nourishers with the unique ability to repair and regenerate and lead astonishingly long lives. Whether it’s his Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner, sexy Beach Spray, or Miracle Serum, each formula delivers nature’s healing ingredients like: Royal Jelly – which provides nutrition to the Queen Bee herself so of course it’s good enough for you, Lotus Flower – which increases hair strength and elasticity and Wild Ginger Root – which promotes fullness and volume. The results are smoother, thicker, glossier, hair.
“I have spent 17 years of my career working with some of the most famous people in the world, all of whom have different hair types,” explains Babaii. “Throughout this journey of creating different hairstyles for my clients, I never found a product that allowed me to fully achieve my goals… I would always have to use multiple products to achieve these looks. So, when given the opportunity to create a new hair care line, I wanted to develop something that really does what it says it does.”
As a result, the style, the feel, the results — they’re all special with n:p beautiful. Designed for the modern woman who wants glamorous, healthy looking hair, but also cares about the social impact associated with her products, the line’s presence is evident from the moment you open the box. For n:p beautiful, it’s all about finding the beauty in the world.
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ANTI -AGING PRODUCTS AND INGREDIENTS: DON’T GET CREAMED BY FALSE HOPE IN A JAR. SEPARATING THE SKINCARE HEROES FROM THE ZEROES. www.DrManishShah.com
Here’s what is certain: There are no firming or tightening products whose results can duplicate what you derive from in-office procedures such as dermal fillers, Botox, lasers, or cosmetic surgery. Board– Certified Denver plastic surgeon Manish Shah says, “There are anti- aging products or ingredients that do perform significantly better than others and can make a profound difference in the skin’s appearance while others are simply “false hope in a jar.”
Why don’t most products work the way they claim? Almost without exception, when you buy a product claiming to tighten skin, its effects, if any, are due to ingredients such as film-forming agents. Just like the name states, film-forming agents form a film on the skin, and that can make the skin “feel” tighter. The effect is temporary and you won’t see noticeable lifting of sagging skin, but the sensation is often enough to convince women that the product is working. Dr. Shah stresses that, “Skin “feeling” tighter is not the same as making a real change for the better in the tone or laxity of your skin. Using what really works will get you closer to the results you want.”
THE HEROES
Dr. Shah says, “Sunscreen SPF 30 or above is the best antiaging cream you can use. It prevents skin cancer as well as UVA rays that cause loss of collagen and wrinkles in the skin. Reapply every 2 hours, use a powder sun block and carry in your pocketbook for quick and easy sunscreen touchups. My favorite powder sunblock is Colorescience, and my favorite base sunscreens have titanium or zinc oxide in them as active ingredients.”
Retinoids work great to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and help boost collagen production,” says Dr. Shah.” He adds, “Over the counter retinols are good, Neutrogena makes a good one, or prescriptions such as Retin- A.”
Glycolic acid also reduces fine lines and wrinkles and helps fade pigmentary damage from the sun. “I often have patients alternate nights with retinoid and glycolic,” says Dr. Shah.
Vitamin C is a great antioxidant which reduces free radical damage and is great for anti-aging and helps brighten the skin. Dr. Shah often recommends it in the morning, underneath sunblock, or at night if patients are too sensitive to tolerate retinoids and glycolic acid.
Ceramides are a type of lipid found in the membrane of cells. Dr. Shah states that, “They help hold skin cells together, forming a protective layer that plumps the skin and retains moisture. Ceramide levels decrease as we age which leads to loss of hydration, less skin turnover and dryer, more damaged skin. Replenishing the skin’s ceramide levels will help restore moisture and fortify the skin’s natural barrier, helping skin look and feel younger.” So use a ceramide containing moisturizer for your whole body daily.
Hydroquinone works to even out sun spots, blotches, and mottled skin. A little hydroquinone goes a long way. “It’s the most effective ingredient for bleaching skin,” says Dr. Shah. Hydroquinone fades hyperpigmentation by blocking the enzyme that triggers melanin production in the skin.
Green Tea Extract is loaded with nutrients called polyphenols, which have been shown to fight free radicals. It is an amazing antioxidant. Studies have found that ingredients in green tea can reduce sun damage and may protect against skin cancer when applied topically. Dr. Shah offers that, “Using green tea extract under sunscreen can provide an extra dose of protection. Polyphenols in creams and lotions may help slow signs of aging, reduce sagging skin and decrease wrinkles.”
THE ZEROES
The majority of anti-aging creams are still based on moisturizers such as mineral oil. Wrinkles look worse when they are dry, so any kind of moisturizer helps, but it’s only temporary and doesn’t address the root cause of the wrinkles such as collagen loss, free radical damage, sun damage and environmental factors. Don’t be fooled by the anti-aging labels. Unless there is an actual “active ingredient” such as retinol, the benefit is just moisture but nothing else.
B Vitamins Many forms of vitamin B (like B12) can only be absorbed in the small intestine, so no matter how much is loaded into your moisturizer or serum, it’s not going to make a difference. “Vitamins like niacin can have an effect on the skin’s texture and color, but your skin can’t absorb them,” Dr. Shah explains. If you really want to tap into the power of vitamin B to improve your skin’s glow and appearance, stick to eating leafy greens like spinach, asparagus, beans, and peas.
Caffeine. Much like a Starbucks Latte for your brain, caffeine in skin creams can give a boost to your skin, too. Until it wears off. “Caffeine can temporarily reduce puffiness, especially around your eyes,” explains Dr. Shah. “But don’t expect permanent results.”
Botanical extracts are ingredients extracted from plants (flowers, roots, stems, trees, etc.) for use in skin care for everything from healing blemishes to reducing fine wrinkles. They have been used for centuries and have anecdotal purposes in many cultures. The issue: Botanical extracts need to remain on your skin in order to work. Dr. Shah explains that, “In cleansers, there is simply not enough contact time on your skin for any true anti-aging benefit to take place. Another issue is that most botanical extracts are water soluble, which means that the moment you wet your skin and begin to wash your face, they’re watered down and rendered useless.”
Collagen and elastin in anti-wrinkle products. Collagen and elastin in skin-care products can serve as good water-binding agents, but they cannot fuse with your skin’s natural supply of these supportive elements. In most cases, the collagen molecule is too large to penetrate into the skin. But even when it is made small enough to be absorbed it cannot bind with the collagen existing in skin, and there isn’t any research indicating otherwise.
About Dr. Manish Shah
Plastic Surgeon Colorado | Dr. Manish Shah, M.D. | Denver https://drmanishshah.com/
Manish Shah, M.D., F.A.C.S. is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. After completing his formal plastic surgery training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Univ. of Tennessee College of Medicine, he moved to New York City and was selected for the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. He underwent extensive, advanced training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body at the hands of some of the most renowned cosmetic surgeons in the world. Dr. Shah is one of only a select few plastic surgeons in the country who have undergone formal post-graduate training in aesthetic surgery.
Dr. Shah’s specialties include revision facial aesthetic surgery, rhinoplasty (“nose reshaping”), and aesthetic surgery of the breast (breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction). He is, however, well-trained in all areas of aesthetic surgery. Dr. Shah’s aim is to obtain a natural appearing transformation that complements the real you!