Avocado & Honey Moisturizing Mask

 

In a bowl mix together the avocado and honey, then apply to clean skin and leave on for five minutes. Rinse with a warm washcloth.

Written by: Hany Selmo, Licensed Skin Care Specialist.

 

 

Ingredients:

• ½ Avocado
• ¼ cup of Pure Honey

How to Prevent Fine Lines & Wrinkles

If you started noticing fine lines and wrinkles, then it is most likely that you have dry skin. Your face looks dry, dull and flaky, which can be from lack of exfoliation, especially around the nose area known as the (T-Zone). Exfoliation is essential for dry skin, you should exfoliate your skin at least 1 time per week, be careful not to over exfoliate as this can cause dryness. Fine lines and wrinkles are a main factor of lack of hydration. Fine lines and wrinkles will also be noted in other areas like corner of your eyes, and around your lips. Lack of hydration and even smoking can cause the development of fine lines, which can make you look older than you are also known as (Pre-Mature Skin). Dry skin occurs when the protective barrier of oil in the lower level of your skin starts to break down and water evaporates from the skin into the air. Central heating and cold temperatures are one of the common causes, which is the main reason why most beauty companies are known to sell the most of moisturizers during the months of January. The problem with skin is that it will make you old before your time; not only is it prone to natural wrinkling but UV rays penetrate deeper and into the dehydrated skin, increasing sun damage, which will be noted as spots and discoloration in certain areas. The most important and I would have to say Vital things to do is to get moisture back into your skin and you would be surprised by how just a few simple things can help your skin benefit from moisture, and lack of elasticity.

A good water based moisturizer, with Sunscreen will help stop the process of aging. A great rule of thumb to remember is that applying moisturizer on a daily basis can be the product that makes a difference between dry skin and perfect skin. It is also recommended that you regularly to increase moisture are to apply a face mask that contains moisturizing properties like avocados, and honey. Another way to increase the hydration is to drink plenty of fluids, the normal amount of water intake is between 8-10 glasses of water daily, and the more you drink the better, especially if you are planning to be out in the sun. Another main factor to dry skin is the daily products used; make sure that the products you use do not contain any alcohol or soap, as this will actually cause skin dehydration. The best products to use are products that contain milk or have a creamy substance, if it feels refreshingly oily creamy, then you have a great product. The oily creamy products are a sign that will help feed your skin to keep it moisturized and reverse the signs of aging. It is best to cleanse your face with a cream cleanser that contains alpha or beta-hydroxy acids, as these help increase the cell replacement which slows on maturing skin, the use of alpha or beta-hydroxy cleansers also removes the need for a toner, which can cause more dryness. You can also use a soap that is glycerin based. Always keep in mind that to only cleanse your skin once a day preferably at the end of the day, to prevent dryness, and it is important to remember that re-application of moisturizers especially during the summer hot days can be a great factor to help your skin.

Written by: Hany Selmo, Licensed Skin Care Specialist

Resources: The beauty book

The Look of the Red-Carpet Evening Dresses

The Look of the Red-Carpet Evening Dresses

Top Left, At the 2003 Oscars Kate Hudson glowed in a champagne-colored gown by Versace.
Top Right, Best Actress Winner Kate Winslet was stunning in a one-shoulder metallic Gray
with black lace overlay-Colored gown by Yves Saint Laurent. Bottom Left, 2008 Emmy Awards
Actress Brooke Shields in a strapless Fuchsia-colored gown accented with a crystal brooch
at the waist by Badgley Mischka Bottom Right, 2009 Oscars Best Actress Academy Award winner
Penelope Cruz dazzles in a vintage strapless White-Colored gown by Pierre Balmain.Great
cocktail and evening dresses are the stuff dreams are made of.

Like in the movie “Pretty Woman”, Julia Roberts looks stunning in the elegant red dress,
One can’t help getting a little dreamy. Media coverage of Hollywood’s red carpet moments
are known to show the best of the best from the shimmering sequins, shiny beads, hand
embroidered fabrics to all the accessories. Nothing glams-up an outfit like shine or
sparkle, however keep in mind that reflective fabrics can make you app ar larger.

Shoes and Bags Obsession

Shoes and Bags Obsession

Believe it or now buying shoes and bags has a great level of satisfaction. I cannot explain exactly why, but it is like an addiction, or more so like an orgasm. Women prefer to shop for a pair of shoes or a purse because it is easier than having to go to the fitting room trying on things you may not feel good about, because you may have gained a few pounds here and there. In the other hand, shoes and purses make a woman feel like she was rewarded, because an exquisite purse positively hollers for attention and admiration, and women love to be admired. I don’t know about you but it feels great. One of my favorite shows to watch is “Sex in the City”, Carrie Bradshaw, aka Sarah Jessica Parker is obsessed with Manolo Blahnik, who can blame the girl. Once you try on a pair you feel like a million bucks, the problem is, they are pricey, that is if you are not looking for the bargain.

Buying shoes although can sometimes be a pain in the neck, and if you’re like me, most of us have a tale or two that starts with us taking our-selves into buying ill-fitting pair of shoes and ends with a Band-aid on our heel, and obviously that’s because if you are like me, we would use the same excuses to buy them. I just need to have them, they are so cute and on sale, although they are ½ a size smaller I know I can stretch them out. It’s kind of funny now talking about. Some of you may be asking yourselves, how do you know if a woman has a shoe and bag obsession? Well it’s pretty simple, if you have more than 25 pairs of shoes and over 20 purses in your closet a few of the same color; well that’s the 1st sign. I don’t know about you, but I am proud to say I am a Shoe and Bags Obsession, and I love it. Although I don’t break my bank buying every week¸ but you need to be careful, or you will end up Broke, like the new Shopaholic movie. I like to see what’s new and I love wearing my shoes and purses. When I feel down, or depressed I go shopping and it makes me feel better, sort of like taking pill when you have a headache after you take it you feel a lot better. So strap on your sandals and take your bag out and get ready to feel satisfied from the minute you start changing your items to the new bag, to taking out the shoes from the box and slipping them on.

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2009 Fashion Trend of the “BIG” and “BOLD”

NEW Jewelry Collection by Erickson Beamon designed for Target

Celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker love wearing Erickson Beamon designer jewelry. This year’s HOT Trend is BIG and BOLD Jewelry, and although these pieces can range to thousands of dollars, you can have the LOOK, and pay only a fraction of the price.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item Price List

• Pink Multicolor Medallion Cuff $39.99
• Black Flower Cuff $39.99
• Multi Color Cuff $59.99
• Multi Color Cocktail Ring $29.99
• Black Flower Layered Pendant Necklace $49.99
• Multi Flower Necklace $39.99
• White Cluster Small pendant Necklace $39.99

Belize Vacation

Belize is noted for its diving and snorkeling, crystalline white beaches, turquoise waters and magnificent coral reefs, lush rainforests, reefs and cave tubing. “The Ambergris Caye”, is known for cave tubing and it the largest and the most popular cave in the island. To experience Belize to the fullest you need to experience the ruins, rainforests, and the reefs. About 4,000 species of tropical flowers and over 500 species of birds can be seen in the rainforest.

Enjoy the Unforgettable adventures, like a rafting experience at the Macal River, where you will be filled with remarkable views of limestone caves, the Belize Botanical Gardens, and beautiful waterfalls leaving you mesmerized.

Belize is a wonderful island where you can relax, dive, snorkel, explore jungles and truly get away from it all.

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Orange Yogurt Mask

Directions:

In a bowl, combine the yogurt and the juice. Apply the mixture smoothly to your face and neck area using your fingers. Once you have applied the mask, leave for 20 minutes, then wash with warm water and pat dry. This mask is rich in Vitamin C and AHA’s, contains antioxidants to protect the skin, and assists the skin to produce collagen which helps maintain firmness. Use mask 1-2 times per week for best results.

Important Tip: Before you use any homemade recipe it is important to test a small area behind your wrist to check for any reactions to the ingredients. Do Not Use the mask if you are allergic to any of the ingredients!

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp plain yogurt
• The juice of 1/4 of an orange

Written By: Hany Selmo, Licensed Skin Care Specialist

Three Vegetable Penne with Tarragon-Basil Pesto

Heat a large pot of water to boil for pasta. Salt the water and add pasta to cook to al dente or, with a bite to it. Cut asparagus spears into 2-inch pieces on an angle. Cut zucchini into matchstick shapes. Cut haricots verts or green beans into 2-inch pieces on an angle. Add vegetables to pasta after penne has been cooking about 5 minutes. Cook veggies and pasta together 2 minutes.

While pasta cooks, toast pine nuts in a small pan until golden, then cool. Place nuts, basil, tarragon, parsley, lemon zest, garlic, cheese and a little salt and pepper in a food processor. Turn the processor on and stream in the extra-virgin olive oil until thick sauce forms.

Scrape pesto into large, shallow serving dish. Add a ladle of hot, starchy pasta water to the pesto. Drain penne and veggies and add immediately to pesto. Toss to coat pasta and vegetables evenly. Adjust salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with extra grated cheese to pass at table.
Cooking Time: 7 minutes/ Prep Time: 15 minutes
Level: Easy/Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound penne pasta
• Salt
• 1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed of tough ends
• 1 small zucchini
• 1/4 pound, haricots verts (thin green beans) trimmed of stem ends
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1 cup basil, 20 leaves
• 1/2 cup tarragon leaves from 10 to 12 stems
• Handful flat-leaf parsley
• 1 lemon, zested
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more to pass at table
• Coarsely ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it

What is Meditation?

Meditation is the art of focusing your mind, restraining your thoughts and looking deep into yourself. Meditation requires you to focus your mind at one point and achieve a greater sense of purpose; helps achieve to clear your mind. Meditation leads us to a state of consciousness that brings serenity and clarity, and is designed to carry us beyond the illusion created by our thoughts and senses so that we are able to experience everything in its truest form. Meditation is a natural way of improving life, and more and more doctors are prescribing meditation because of its healing benefits. Meditation is also used to know or realize the presence of God in daily life and requires discipline, determination, and patience.

Benefits of Meditation:

• Reduce Stress
• Reduce Anxiety
• Depression
• Lower Blood Pressure
• Relief Insomnia
• Presence of God
• Personal Growth
• Improve your Self-esteem & Self-confidence
• Improve Relationships
• Overcoming Obstacles or Fear
• Reaching Goals

Author: Hany Selmo

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