Beauty Spot

Being Beautiful (Part 2)

2007-08-22T04:47:00.000-07:00

Make the Effort to Look Good

Keeping yourself well groomed and smartly dressed will show that you have confidence in yourself. If you don't apply make up and dress scruffily, you'll give the impression that you don't think your worth the offer and others will pick up on that and treat you accordingly.

Create Eye Contact

When you're talking to someone, look them directly in the eyes and maintain that contact throughout the conversation looking at the floor show a complete lack of self-esteem, and if you keep moving your eyes away it will look like you're nervous and on't believe in what you're saying. This will make the other person disbelieve it, too.

Stay Calm

Be calm and serene. Take a deep breath before starting to speak and think before you open your mouth. If you babble away to someone you've just met, they'll think your jittery and nervous. You don't have to answer questions immediately. By taking your time, you'll come across as confident and in charge of the conversation.

Make the Most of your Strong Points

If you have great eyes or slim hips, use eyes make up that will make your eyes look stunning, or wear a skirt or trousers that will accentuate your hips. By drawing attention to the parts of you that look good, you'll find others are less likely to notice that bits you're unhappy with. Also by showing off your strong points, it's like you're telling the world that you're happy and confident with what you have. And that a good signal to give out.

Walk Tall

Hold your head up, focus your eyes straight ahead, and carry yourself upright. Deportment is an obvious indication of someone's personality. Keeping your head down show signs of nervousness and will do nothing to make anyone think you believe in yourself. Also avoid twisting your hands, standing awkwardly or shifting from foot to foot. Focusing on your posture will not only give you an air of confidence, but will also make you appear taller and slimmer.

Being Beautiful (Part 1)

2007-08-22T04:21:00.000-07:00

Inner beauty is the beauty that makes us beautiful. Some of the worlds most captivating women aren't/weren't that beautiful. And yet their poise, confidence, and inner feelings of worthiness say more than a pretty face ever could.
Looking after the outer shell is important, but it means nothing if you don't care for yourself, and our inner beauty is often the one that goes without tender loving care.

Here are some tips by Angela Court, that I found very helpful.

Don't put your self down or focus on your negative points. Instead, remind your self of what you've achieved and be proud of yourself. Accept that even if you haven't done everything you set out to do in life, that doesn't make you a bad person or a failure.
Embrace your good points and accept your bad ones. If you're positive and happy the chances are others won't even notice the parts of you that you don't like and you'll find that before long you won't be as bothered by them either.
Build up your self knowledge by focusing on your strengths, and become aware of them. Rathers than saying, "I'm useless at..." or "I look terible in trousers because my stomachs so fat." let the inner you shin through by accentuating the good parts of both your looks and personality.
Whether your concentration is on how you look, or about completing a take, set yourself achiveable goals and targets and pat your slef of the back when you reach them. You'll look and feel more confident and others will pick up on those vibes.

Random Tips

2007-08-22T04:15:00.000-07:00

Mend a broken nail in a trice. Cover the break with a tiny piece of dry tea bag, then paint and set with a top coat.
Set wet nail polish by rubbing a little vegetable oil over the colour.
If you don't have the time to apply full makeup, don't even attempt it. Instead apply a light layer of foundation to the areas that show discolouration- normally the cheeks, nose, and chin. Or use a tinted moisturiser to give your skin a healthy glow.
Create the look of false eyelashes by applying a coat of mascara, followed by a light layer of translucent loose poweder, then a final coat of mascara.
Soften facial lines. After applying foundation, put a blob of moisturiser in the palm of your hand to warm it up, then using one finger, pat the lotion anywhere that you have lines to create a more soft focus finish.
Calm bushy brows with a thin layer of vasaline, and make sparse brows appear fuller by finlling in the gaps with a shade of powder that blends with their natural colour.

Fashion Tips

2007-08-22T04:06:00.000-07:00

Never be down to your last pair of stockings.

Make your best asset your personal signature, whether it's emphasizing a small waist line, good legs, or lovely hair.

When you find a bra that works for you, buy 1/2 dozen. They have a way of dissapering when you look for them again.

Chewing gum is an instant image braker.

Always stand up straight. Poor posture changes the shape and design of your clothes.

Think of your voice as an musical instrument and be aware of keeping it's pitch perfect.

Keep a small umberella in your bag, at all times. One day you'll be thankful you did.

Never split up a suit- the seperate pieces won't look as good with any other partners as they look together.

You should keep the following iteams in your purse or in your desk at work incase of an emergency:

--Clear nail polish (for stocking runs)

--Nail file

--Cuticle scissors

--Extra pair of panty hose/stockings

--Small sewing kit

--Chapstick

--Pads/Tampons

--Dental floss and toothpicks

--Tissues

--Mini bottle of lotion

--Mini trial size perfume

Raw Sugar Scrub

2007-08-22T04:02:00.000-07:00

1 cup raw sugar or granulated sugar
1/4 cup light oil
1/2 teaspoon vitamin E oil

Mix together all the ingredients in a large glass or ceramic bowl. spoon into a clean jar with a tight fitting lid.
To use: Massage a table spoon or two all over your body to gently exfoliate and moisurise your skin. store any remaining scrub in a cool, dry location. You will need to stir the product between uses.

Soap

2007-08-21T03:07:00.000-07:00

If your skin feels tight and dry, it could be your soap. Although we were all brough up with the traditional 'soap and water' wash to get clean, it can dry your skin out quite badly. There is soap that contains moisturisers, dove for example. Or a natural alternative, cheaper and more efficient.

Oatmeal, usually a breakfast dish, is a great cleanser. It can be used on all types of skin, including sensitive, and is probably the most used. Just grind the oats by hand or in a food processor until its a fine dust, mix with a little water to make a paste, rub into your face and neck, in gentle circles going upwards and wash off with tepid water.

Granulated Sugar works well, also exfoliating. It's great for dry skin types. Mix with a bit of water to form a paste, and massage in to wet skin. Easy.

The Egyptions used Honey as a skin beautifier, used alone or mixed with a bit of lemon for oily skin and milk for dry, it's excellent. Massage into skin like you would any other cleanser.

Tips by Kevyn Aucoin

2007-08-21T03:02:00.000-07:00

If you spot someone with a super hair cut, outfir, or make up stop her and ask about it, chances are she'll be flattered & you'll learn something.

In summer keep your perfume in the refrigerator. As you are rushing out the door, dab on a refreshing scent.

Creme foundation can create the look of having a milky complection.

If our foundation formula is too oily, try adding a few drops of astringent. This will make the foundation a bit sheerer, but does cut down on the oiliness.

A little foundation on the eyelid, blended well and followed by loose poweder creatles a smooth surface for powder shadow to glide on, making the application last longer and blending easier.

When you use foundation all over the face, be sure to blend into your jawline & slightly onto the neck. Otherwise you'll have a distinct line between the face and you'll look like your have a mask on.

Lavender Dreams Bath

2007-08-21T02:59:00.000-07:00

Ingredients:

1 quart (4 cups) distilled water

1 (4oz) bar castille soap (humectant) (grated or flaked), you can also use 1 cup unscented shampoo as an alternative to the castille soap.

3 ounces liquid glycerin (skin moisturizer)

3 drops lavender fragrant or essential oil

Mix all ingreadients together, store in a container.

To use, pour under running water.

Oils For...

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Aggression: Bergamot, chamomile, juniper, lemon, marjoram, rosemary, ylang ylang.

Anger: Chamomile, jasmine, marjoram, Palma Rosa, rose, rosemary, ylang ylang.

Anxiety: Neroli, bergamot, chamomile, frankincense, geranium (for balance), lavender, orange patchouli, rose (for confidence), sandalwood, sweet marjoram vetiver (for grounding).

Disappointment: Bergamot, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, orange, rose.

Fear: Cedarwood, fennel, ginger, patchouli, sandalwood, thyme.

Grief: Bergamot, chamomile, jasmine, marjoram, neroli, rose.

Hysteria: Chamomile, lavender, neroli, orange, tea tree

Impatience: Chamomile, clary, frankincense, lavender.

Indecision: Basil, clary, cypress, jasmine, patchouli, peppermint.

Jealousy: Jasmine, rose

Loneliness: Benzoin, marjoram

Fatigue (emotional/mental): Basil, clary, cardamom, cinnamon leaf or bark, clove bud, coriander, eucalyptus citriodora, ginger, grapefruit, helichrysum, jasmine, juniper, orange, palmarsa, peppermint, rosemary, thyme, vetiver, ylang ylang.

Fatigue (physical): Basil, elemi, ginger, lemon, lavender, orange, peppermint, rosemary.

Nervousness: Chamomile, clary, coriander, frankincense, nerli, orange, vetiver.

Panic: Chamomile, clary, geranium, jasmine, juniper, lavender, neroli, ylang ylang.

Sadness: Benzoin, jasmine, rose, rosewood.

Shock: Lavender, Neroli, rose, tea tree.

Shyness: Black pepper, ginger, jasmine, patchouli, peppermint, rose, neroli, ylang ylang.

Stress: Bergamot, atlas cedarwood, roman chamomile, all citrus oils, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, lavender, sweet marjoram, Melissa, neroli, patchouli, petitrain, rose, rosemary, sandal wood, vetiver, ylang ylang.

Suspicion: Jasmine, lavender.

Tension: Chamomile, clary, cypress, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, lavender, lemon, marjoram, neroli, orange, rose, rose wood, sandal wood, ylang ylang.

Oatmeal Cleanser

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1 cup warm water
1/2 cup oatmeal
1 tablespoon honey
1-2 drops tincture of benzoin (optional)

Place all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy. Place in a tight container.

To use: Rinse skin well with tepid water.
Place small amount in the palm of your hand.
And gently massage into your skin.

Fragrance Families

2007-07-14T03:51:00.000-07:00

Scents come in 6 main families, they are:

Floral

Floral's are the most popular and versatile of all the scents.
There is such a huge variety, such as; rose, violet, jasmine and floral fragrances and can contain either a variety of floral notes or a single strong note. Floral's can have lots of personalities from fresh to spicy scented mixes and they’re easy to wear.

Chypre

Pronounced Sheep-ra chypre is French for Cyprus, which is where many of the classic chypre perfume ingredients can be found. A chypre base is usually woody or mossy with fresh citrus, such as bergamot and sometimes floral overtones.

Citrus

Invigoration citrus scents are bursting with the freshness of lemon, orange, bergamot, lime and grapefruit. There so tangy they give your nose and you a real wake up call.

Fougere

Pronounce foo-jhair, fougere is French for fern. Often unisex these scents are a mixture of lavender with a green mossy of herby base and sometimes oriental, spicy and citrus notes. They are complex, sophisticated and subtle.

Oriental

Rich, spicy and dramatic oriental fragrances contain exotic spices like sandalwood and vanilla, with rich musk and amber undertones. It’s not surprising that musk is thought of as a sexy smell; it’s an animal sex signal that humans can detect too. Orientals tend to be quite noticeable fragrance and the yare often long lasting.

Ozonic

Developed in the 1990’s these scents will whisk you outdoors with just one sprits. They’re a breath of fresh air, evoking scents of the ocean and a day on the beach.

Pineapple Crush (for acne)

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Pineapple has antiseptic properties and help calm acne-inflamed skin. Crush one slice of fresh pineapple and smooth it over the face (avoid eye area), leave for three minutes and rinse off with tepid water.

Strawberry Smoother

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Strawberries are one of natures best fine line and wrinkle softeners. Mash two strawberries together and gently press around the eye and mouth. Allow to dry for 1-3 minutes, before rinsing off.

Olive Oil Cleanser

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Mix two tablespoons of olive oil with one teaspoon of soft honey and smooth it over the skin with your finger tips. Rise to reveal a deeply clean finish.

Skin Freshener

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To refreshen the skin, mix a tablespoon of any type of citrus juice with yoghurt or sour cream and apply it sparingly. Leave it for 1-3 minutes before rinsing it off with tepid water.

Chapped Lip and Acne Treatment

2007-07-12T17:51:00.000-07:00

Honey works well on chapped lips and for acne because of it's antibacterial properties.
Apply a small amount of 100% pure honey directly to the lips or acne blemishes as needed.

Simple.

Tips: Honey

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Honey Exfoliating Mask

Use pure 100% raw honey instead of alpha hydroxy masks. Because of it’s high acid content, the Honey exfoliates dead cells, while also being gentle on sensitive skin.

Honey Firming Facial Mask

Whisk together one tablespoon honey, one egg white, one teaspoon glycerin, and 1/4 cup flour. Smooth over the face and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse well with warm water.

Milk and Honey Moisturising Treatment

Mix 2 tablespoons honey with 2 teaspoons of whole milk. Smooth over the face and throat, and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water,and finish with a splash of cold water.

Honey "Dry Patch" Lotion

Mix 1 teaspoon honey with 1 teaspoon Olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice. Apply to hands, elbows, heels, or any other problematic dry patches of skin. After 15 minutes, rinse well with warm water.

Gentle Honey Cleanser

Mix together 1/4 cup of honey, 1 tablespoon liquid soap and 1/2 a cup glycerin in a small bowl until they are fully blended. Pour into a clean plastic bottle. Pour onto clean face sponge or soft cloth and gently rub onto face, wash aways with warm water and pat face dry.

Empress Josehines Cleanser

2007-07-08T04:22:00.000-07:00

1/4 cup aleo vera gel

2 tablespoons fresh whole milk

Mix together the 2 ingrediants.

Store in the refrigerator.

To use: Pour a small amount in your hand and massage into your skin. Rinse well with tepid water and pat dry.

Honey Almond Facial Scrub

2007-07-08T04:14:00.000-07:00

Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 2
table spoonsof finely ground
almonds and 1/2 teaspoon
lemon juice. Rub gently onto face.
Rinse off with warm water.

Olive Oil Salt Body Scrub

2007-07-08T04:09:00.000-07:00

1 table spoon of coarse grain salt

1/2 cup of olive oil

Mix together and rub over your body in small circular motions. This will exfoliate rough, dry skin and promote healthy circulation.

Sweet Lemon Brightner

2007-07-08T03:55:00.000-07:00

Mix 1 table spoon of fresh lemon juice with 1\2 teaspoon of sugar.

1. Pat over clean skin using cotton wool, and leave for 1-3 minutes.
2. Rinse with tepid water to reveal a fresher, brighter complexion.