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All Natural Hand Care Tips & Recipes

Did you know that your hands can tell as much about you as the way you dress or wear your hair? Your hands are always out there and they say a lot about your lifestyle and your age. You can cover up other parts of your body with clothes, but it’s not very practical to wear gloves to a job interview, or most other places.

The back of our hands have very little fat, collagen or elastin and the skin is much thinner than our facial skin. Combined with the thin skin, the exposure to sun and the beatings our hands often take, it’s no wonder that wrinkles appear faster here than anywhere else on our body.

In order to be able to put your best hand forward, you should follow these must-do daily hand care tips, and once in a while treat yourself to a quick manicure.

• Always wear gloves to wash dishes, clean or garden.
• Always use a low ph hand soap and follow up with a hand lotion immediately after.
• Never forget your hands when putting on sunscreen.
• Instead of rubbing your hands dry, you should pat them dry. Fungal infections are easier to catch if you have cold wet hands.
•  Be aware of repetitive tasks that can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, things like typing or clicking.
• Be sure to get enough vitamin B and calcium in your diet which will help eliminate cracking and brittle nails.

One thing to be sure of, whether you get your manicures or pedicures from the salon or you do it yourself, is to make sure all equipment you use is clean and sterile. Here are a few all-natural nail care recipes to make up and use for your next DIY mani-pedi. They’re great because they have no chemicals or additives which make them gentle, but effective on your nails and skin.

Hand Massage of Lemon and Rosewater
All you need is a few drops of lemon juice, 5 drops of rosewater and 1 tsp of glycerin. Mix these ingredients together and massage into your hands and cuticles for 20 to 30 minutes.

Lemon Nail Soak
Add the juice of a lemon, 10 drops of lemon essential oil, 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel, to a cup of distilled water. Soak your fingers in this for about 10 minutes on each hand.

Easy Nourishing Hand Moisturizer
You hands will get an extra fresh and healthy look if you mix together some cucumber juice and glycerin and put it on your hands before bed and leave on overnight.

Hand Softener for Dry Hands
A tablespoon of lemon juice and a teaspoon of sugar, mixed with a little water, rubbed on your hands and left for 5 minutes, will leave your hands looking and feeling softer. Just rub the mixture off with warm water and dry thoroughly

Hand Mask
You can tighten the skin on the back of your hands, and prevent the formation of wrinkles when you mix up some egg whites, like a merange, and spread it on your hands. Let it sit for about 30 minutes, then rinse and dry thoroughly.

Get Rid of Age Spots
Simply put some globs of Natural Greek Yogurt (no flavors, no additives) on the areas of your skin that have the age spots and leave on for about 15 minutes. Rinse off and repeat every three days. In a few weeks you’ll see them start to disappear.

All of these tips and recipes mentioned above will ensure that your hands remain looking soft, supple and young no matter what your age or lifestyle. If you want to have beautiful hands you must give them dedicated care and maintenance, but it need cost a lot of money or time!

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Homemade Bath Recipes To Relax With

Even if you’re a shower person on a day to day basis, sometimes nothing but a bath will do. You can’t beat the relaxing feel of a nice hot bath. Take some time for yourself, shut out the daily rigors of life, light some candles and soak in your tub.

For an even better relaxation experience, add one of the natural home-made bath recipes. They’re all easy to make from simple ingredients and are sure to help you relax after a busy day.

SLEEPY TIME HERBAL BATH

4 tbsp dried chamomile
3 tbsp dried lemon balm
2 tbsp dried passionflower
1 tbsp dried valerian

If your wound up at night and want to relax and calm down before bed, throw together a herbal mixture like the one above. You can mix it up ahead and then toss a few tablespoons in a hot bath. Any of the following herbs can be used alone or in conjunction with others, they include: chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, hops, marjoram, sandalwood, passionflower and valerian – as they all promote relaxation.

HERBAL SCENTED BATH BOMBS

1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup lemon juice
8 drops an essential oil of your choice*
1/2 tsp sweet almond oil 2 drops food coloring (optional)

Mix these ingredients into a doughish consistency and shape into small balls or use a cute shaped muffin tin. The baking soda in these bombs make them fizz when they are dropped in the water. Make sure that the essential oil you choose is safe for direct skin contact.

GOLDEN MILK BATH

4 cups powdered milk;
1 cup boiled water
1/2 cup dried chamomile or 5 chamomile tea bags

Boil the water and steep the chamomile in it for half an hour. Strain the liquid, add the powdered milk, stir and add to your warm bath. Very relaxing and good for your skin.

AFTER BATH MOISTURIZING BODY MIST

1 tablespoon of grape seed oil
distilled water
1/4 cup of witch hazel
1 tbsp of your favorite scented oil

So easy, all you have to do is pour all the contents into a spray bottle and shake well. Spray yourself all over after you step out of your bath and gently rub it into your skin. A great, natural way to add moisture to your skin.

IN A HURRY WAKE-UP BATH

5 drops rosemary essential oil
3 drops peppermint essential oil
2 drops spruce essential oil
1 tbsp vinegar

If you’re feeling a bit sluggish just put these essential oils and vinegar into your warm bath and you’ll be amazed at how much more invigorated you’ll feel afterwards.

THE BATH OF MILK AND HONEY

4 tbsp honey
1 quart boiling water
6 tablespoons dried milk powder

Mix the honey and boiling water together until the honey dissolves, then let it sit and cool. After the honey water has cooled add the milk powder and mix together. Add the mixture to the bath and stir until everything has dissolved and slide on in. You skin will feel so soft and smooth when you’re done and it’s a great way to combat the dry winter months.

All of these herbal bath recipes (with the exception of the milk baths) are also great to make in fancy containers and give as gifts to family and friends.

*When you an essential oil for scent, read warnings about use. Some oils are not intended to have direct contact with skin. Avoid rosemary and peppermint essential oil’s if you are pregnant or nursing.

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How To Properly Wash, Condition And Dry Your Hair For Beautiful Tresses

Is it possible that you could have been washing your hair the wrong way all these years? Do you actually think about what you’re doing when shampooing? Most of us don’t, we just scrub and soap and rinse, but we must remember that each individual hair is delicate and can easily break if we’re tough on it which causes broken ends.

So, what is the right way of washing the hair?
Start out by combing or de-tangling your hair before you get it wet, this way any tangles will not worsen. Next rinse in warm water to help open the cuticles of the hair and to rinse of yesterday’s dirt and grime. Using your fingertips,  gently stroke your hair to get rid of any leftover styling aids.

Squeeze your shampoo into the palm of your hand and rub your hands together and apply shampoo to your roots and scalp. Don’t apply the shampoo directly to your hair ends as this will only help to split and weaken them. Another thing that people with long hair do, is smoosh all their hair together on top of their head. This is another no-no. It will only help in getting it tangled.

After gently massaging your scalp with shampoo, rinse your hair. Ideally, you should shampoo once again as the first shampoo was to get off the dirt, and the second is meant to treat the hair. As a final rinse, if you’re up to it, rinse in cool water to help close your hair cuticles.

Just squeeze the excess water out of your hair, don’t twist it or pull at it as this is the time when your hair is the most delicate. Next apply a dab of conditioner, don’t forget the hairline, nape of neck and your hair tips. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave on for 5 to 10 minutes. Now rinse your hair again thoroughly.

Obviously, you may not have enough time to do this every morning, but try to take some time out for yourself as often as possible because great hair just doesn’t happen on its own (unless your seven!)

Air drying takes so much longer to dry that it is usually used mostly for people with short or curly or low maintenance hair. It is better for the hair since there is no heat involved that will dry out your hair. Do not however, rub your hair with a towel. Your hair is very delicate while wet and toweling it will cause splits and breaks. Instead of rubbing, blot with a towel and fluff with your fingers.

Blow drying is fast and convenient and also adds volume to your hair but it dries it out and can make it brittle.

If you choose to blow dry, follow these steps; blot most of the water out first and keep the dryer at least 6 inches from your hair while moving it around your head constantly. If you bend forward and hang your hair down and blow dry from underneath you’ll help protect the outside strands of your which are the most visible. Stop blow drying while your hair is still slightly damp.

Ultimately it is your lifestyle that dictates your hair care method, but whichever methods you choose, just remember that your hair is fragile, so be kind to it

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Enhance Your Natural Beauty With This No Make-Up Look

Lisa Eldridge is a makeup artist to the stars, and with good reason. She could make Bugs Bunny look good.

In this video she shows how to apply your makeup in such a fashion that no one will know that you’re wearing make-up. This is a great look for many occasions, day time and night. It will give you a beautiful, healthy and youthful glow and will have people remarking on how great you look (without make-up).

Follow her along in her natural make-up routine. It’s not so important that you use the products that she does. You probably have your own favorites, it’s all in how you apply it.

 

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Wonderful Skin Care Creams

There are many skin care creams out there that make amazing claims, but if you are looking for a personal cream that is going to help your individual skin, the search can be challenging. You want to know a few things before you start this search, and make sure that you are getting the results you desire.

You may be enticed by pretty packaging and this can lead you down a path of disappointment. You may want to look for skin care creams that other women brag about and this can help you find the right line that may help your skin dramatically. You can easily go online and find out what other women are using as a part of their skin care routine.

It is also a good idea to set a budget for your skin care creams. You can easily get out of hand buying a multitude of products you may not need and if you set a budget, you can stick to the products that you need the most and leave all of the hype behind. You need to remember that you will have to replace these products on a regular basis and this is something that should be taken into consideration when you are planning your budget.

Samples are a great way to try skin care creams, without having to make any purchases. If you think you have found a skin care product that you want to try, you may want to find out if samples are available. This can help you decide if this is a product that you want to explore further. If a sample is not available, you may want to check into purchasing a smaller quantity and this can help you save money if you buy a product that you do not like. You may want to keep in mind that many of the skin care creams take a few days to a week for you to see the full results and this is something that you may want to keep in mind.

There are many skin care creams out there and it can be hard to make a good decision. If you take some time and determine what you really want, it can help you to find the right cream for your skin. Getting others opinions is another great way to help with a final decision. Using the product is the best way to decide if a skin care product will help your skin and this can help you find a cream that you will use forever

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The Best Skincare Steps

Skincare is something that is a growing concern as many people age. When you are young, most people do not think about their skin and this can lead to a variety of problems. If you take skincare steps early, you will have a much better chance of having skin you love as you get older.

Many people are constantly on the lookout for the newest and best products that are available for skincare. You may have spent a lot of money trying to find the best products for your skin type. You do not have to spend a ton of money to have the best results and almost anyone can achieve better skin with skincare steps.

You will want to design a plan for your skincare steps and make sure it is something that is manageable and that you will follow each day. If you design a plan that is too much or difficult, the chances are you will abandon your skincare routine all together and this can affect the appearance of your skin. You may want to look at what other people are doing each day and see if there are some things that you can take from them to help you with your own personal routine.

One of the best skincare steps you can take is to find a good skincare line that you enjoy using. You do not want to sacrifice your money and this may take some time and research on your part. You do not want to settle for the first product that you find and it is always a good idea to find out more about any product you plan on purchasing. You can easily find a lot of information on the internet and this may be a good place to begin to learn more about any product.

You will want to get a great cleanser as part of your skincare steps should include keeping your skin clean and you will want to do this at least twice a day. If you have problematic skin you will want to look for a cleanser that is combative to this problem and something that will not make problem skin worse.

There are many skincare steps you can take to help improve the look and feel of your skin. If you have not discovered a good skincare line, keep looking, it can take a long time before you find the product that is right for your skin

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Skincare Websites Can Increase Your Knowledge

Skincare websites can help you tremendously if you are looking to improve your skin. If you have been neglecting your skin in the past, it is not too late to begin to change this and take control of your skin. You can reverse the signs of the times and the sooner you begin, the sooner you will reap the results.

If you are already using a product you love you can easily visit this products website and see if they offer any advice you can use to help you with any skin issues you are having. You may find that this can provide a tremendous amount of resources that you can use at your convenience. You may learn many new things that you did not previously know and this can help you to utilize your current skincare routine to the fullest.

If you do not have a product that you are currently using, skincare websites may be able to help you find the product that you have been looking for. Many people spend years looking for a product that will help improve their skin and they normally do this by trial and error. You can save a tremendous amount of time and money by visiting the website of the product you are interested in and doing some research here to find out more, rather then spending the money to find out that the product is not what you expected.

Skincare websites may also be the place to find special deals, or promotions that are not advertised to the normal public. You may want to sign up for any mailing list that is available so you will be notified when there is a special event or promotion. This can help you to get an insiders view of the website you are interested in and get all of the best discounts.

You will want to visit skincare websites often to check for the newest additions and to find out if there are any new promotions. This can help you to save money and get all of the products you want. A website can change at any time and it is up to you to visit often and keep up with any changes.

Skincare websites provide you with an invaluable resource. Not only will a website help you make a good decision about your skincare, it can also keep you informed about any promotions that may be occurring and this can help you save money and time.

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Skincare Treatment For Many Skin Conditions

Skincare treatment is something that many people want to find. If you have a particular problem that you want to address, there should be a skincare treatment out there that can help you have the skin you desire. If you have lived with problem skin for a long time you may think that there is nothing out there that can help you, but you may not have tried a treatment that is specifically made for your condition and this may be the key to your success.

Anti aging is the number one skincare treatment that is sought after by many people. Aging is something that many people are looking to avoid and you can help to slow the process with the right skincare line. You will want to look around at all of your options and you should remember that you do not have to spend a lot of money to get the results you are looking for.

If acne is a problem you are experiencing, you will need a skincare treatment that combats acne. You want to make sure that you use an acne treatment as using ordinary products can often make acne worse and this is the opposite effect of what you may be trying to achieve. Acne does not only happen to teenagers and if you are an adult affected by acne, there can be a treatment that is made specifically for your problem and may help you to find a product that finally helps you with your problem.

Sensitive skin is another problem that requires a unique skincare treatment. You can easily disturb sensitive skin and you need to be very careful on what products you use when you have this condition. Natural products are a great alternative to traditional products and you may want to try natural products if you have sensitive skin. You may also be limited on the amount of products that you can use and you may want to stick to a gentle cleanser and not much else to have the best results.

Everyone has a unique type of skin and if you find that you have problem skin, there may be a skincare treatment that can help you solve this problem, or at least alleviate it. No one should have to live with a skin problem and if you do your research about the latest technology, you will be able to find a great product that is perfect for your skin.

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Skin Products You Can Really Trust

There are many skin products out there that make a wide variety of claims. Figuring out what products work and which ones do not can be a very challenging process and you want to do your research to find a product that is going to compliment your skin perfectly.

When it comes to skin products you may find that you have the best results if you use everything you need from the same line. Many lines design products that are made to compliment one another and you may find that you have the best results when you use all of the products that you need from the same line.

Skin products can change your skin dramatically and you want to make sure that you are using a product that compliments your skin and does not exasperate any skin conditions you may already have. You may want to look for a product that is meant for dry skin, if this is your problem. If you have oily skin, you will want to look for products that combat this oil and this can improve your skin tone and texture dramatically.

You may be able to order your skin products online and this can save you time and hassle. You will be able to simply place your order and you are done. You will then wait for it to arrive in the mail and you will never have to leave your home for skincare again. This can help you to save time and you will be able to order all of the products that you need from the privacy of your own home. You need to make sure that you order your products in advance and you do not want to wait until you run out or you may be stuck without any skincare until the new product arrives.

Some skin products will automatically ship you new product every month and this can prevent you from ever having to even think about it. Your new product will arrive just in time and you will never have to worry about ordering in time again. You may want to see if the skincare company you are interested in offers automatic shipping and if so this is something that you might want to capitalize on.

There are many skin products out there and if you get to know about each company, you will see what the advantages and disadvantages are, and you can make a wise decision from there.

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