By Mary M. Bauer
A while back I was standing in a store checkout line waiting my turn when I spotted a magazine featuring Rene Russo on the cover. The then 47-year-old actress (The Thomas Crown Affair, In the Line of Fire, Get Shorty) looked better than ever and the article promised to share Russo's beauty secrets. Known for her complete candor, I couldn't resist a peek at what the star had to say. In no particular order, here's Russo's common sense approach to maintaining a youthful appearance:
• Drink lots and lots of water
• Don't smoke
• Don't drink alcohol
• Stay out of the sun
• Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night
• Limit coffee intake (she drinks one cup occasionally)
• Wear your Frownies
Frownies? I puzzled at that one. Originally termed "Wrinkle Eradicators," I learned from the Frownies website that founder Margaret Kroesen invented the facial smoothers in 1889. After her husband's death, Margaret went to work for the B & P Company—a barber supply manufacturer. Eventually, Margaret bought the company and began producing Frownies. Now a fourth generation family-owned business, B & P supplies a worldwide demand for the product, as well as to a long list of Hollywood stars.
Frownies are adhesive, skin-colored patches about the thickness of a postage stamp. When worn consistently—every night for a minimum of three weeks—the product claims it trains facial muscles to lay flat. In other words, no more wrinkles!
I've had these two really deep frown marks between my eyes since about the age of twenty, so I ordered a box of Frownies. I figured if Rene Russo wears them and says they work, then they do, right?
Guess what? They do work. I've been wearing Frownies for two weeks now and noticed a real difference. My creases are much smoother and less evident, especially in the morning. This was such a pleasant surprise that I thought I'd pass the information along.
The B & P Company manufactures two Frownies designs—one for the forehead and between the eyes and the other is for the corners of the eyes and mouth. They come packaged 144 pieces per box and sell for $19.95 with a money back guarantee. Place your order by calling 1-800-648-6891, or online via their website: http://www.frownies.com.
Thanks Rene; I owe you one!
Copyright Mary M. Bauer. You are free to use this article in part or full provided you include the bio.
Mary M. Bauer is the author of five books, including The Truth About You: Things You Don't Know You Know (VanderWyk & Burnham, 2006). Visit http://marymbauer.com
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Tuesday, January 9, 2007
Home Skin Care Remedies
By Jason Gluckman
Healthy skin is considered the best way for someone to make a first impression. Proper skincare can bring a lot of difference to the look and beauty of an individual's face. Skin care procedures vary according to the skin type of individuals, namely normal, dry and oily. Simple home remedies can help maintain a glowing skin for all the skin types mentioned above.
The diet of a person is the most important factor when it comes to skin problems. Avoiding junk and fried food helps keep the skin clear and flawless. The chemicals in these commercial foods are absorbed and eventually mixed with the bloodstream to reflect as pimples and acnes. Drinking plenty of water is very useful in flushing out the toxins from the system and keeping the skin clean.
Different skin care methods are required in different seasons, especially for those with a sensitive skin. It is possible to maintain the moisture level of skin by massaging virgin coconut oil or butter in case of dry skin. For acne problems, tea-tree extracts and lavender can be very helpful. To remove wrinkles, a mixture of rose, orange and patchouli oil can be used. It is recommended to clean the skin with good cleansing oils before going to bed. To treat a sunburned skin, Aloe Vera leaves can be broken and rubbed on the affected areas. Strawberry juices, avocados and cucumber slices are also effective in treating sunburns. Cucumber slices, placed on the eyes can server as a healing agent for tired eyes.
Home-made facial toners can be prepared by mixing green tea, ginseng tea, lavender and lemon oil. All the ingredients mentioned are anti-oxidants that help closing the open pores of the skin. Consuming food products containing Vitamin C can be very helpful for a good skin. Vitamin E slackens the aging process of the skin and is available in wheat germ oil mixed with almond or apricot oil. Lemon oil can be used directly on some kinds of facial spots to remove them. Cornstarch and baking soda mixed in the daily oil used at home can be used as body scrubber to keep the skin of the feet smooth. A mixture of cornstarch, baking soda and tea or peppermint oil is also effective in smoothing the skin.
Lots of water, fruits and raw, green vegetables combined with adequate sleep and rest are all natural solutions that results in a healthy skin.
Anti Aging Skin Care provides detailed information on Anti Aging Skin Care, Anti Aging Skin Care Products, Anti Aging Skin Care Treatment, Anti Aging Facial Skin Care and more. Anti Aging Skin Care is affiliated with Anti Aging Treatment.
Healthy skin is considered the best way for someone to make a first impression. Proper skincare can bring a lot of difference to the look and beauty of an individual's face. Skin care procedures vary according to the skin type of individuals, namely normal, dry and oily. Simple home remedies can help maintain a glowing skin for all the skin types mentioned above.
The diet of a person is the most important factor when it comes to skin problems. Avoiding junk and fried food helps keep the skin clear and flawless. The chemicals in these commercial foods are absorbed and eventually mixed with the bloodstream to reflect as pimples and acnes. Drinking plenty of water is very useful in flushing out the toxins from the system and keeping the skin clean.
Different skin care methods are required in different seasons, especially for those with a sensitive skin. It is possible to maintain the moisture level of skin by massaging virgin coconut oil or butter in case of dry skin. For acne problems, tea-tree extracts and lavender can be very helpful. To remove wrinkles, a mixture of rose, orange and patchouli oil can be used. It is recommended to clean the skin with good cleansing oils before going to bed. To treat a sunburned skin, Aloe Vera leaves can be broken and rubbed on the affected areas. Strawberry juices, avocados and cucumber slices are also effective in treating sunburns. Cucumber slices, placed on the eyes can server as a healing agent for tired eyes.
Home-made facial toners can be prepared by mixing green tea, ginseng tea, lavender and lemon oil. All the ingredients mentioned are anti-oxidants that help closing the open pores of the skin. Consuming food products containing Vitamin C can be very helpful for a good skin. Vitamin E slackens the aging process of the skin and is available in wheat germ oil mixed with almond or apricot oil. Lemon oil can be used directly on some kinds of facial spots to remove them. Cornstarch and baking soda mixed in the daily oil used at home can be used as body scrubber to keep the skin of the feet smooth. A mixture of cornstarch, baking soda and tea or peppermint oil is also effective in smoothing the skin.
Lots of water, fruits and raw, green vegetables combined with adequate sleep and rest are all natural solutions that results in a healthy skin.
Anti Aging Skin Care provides detailed information on Anti Aging Skin Care, Anti Aging Skin Care Products, Anti Aging Skin Care Treatment, Anti Aging Facial Skin Care and more. Anti Aging Skin Care is affiliated with Anti Aging Treatment.
Saturday, January 6, 2007
Anti-Aging Antioxidants - How to Stay Young and Healthy
By Tanya Turner
Antioxidant properties to prevent cancer are well known, but did you know that there are anti-aging antioxidants? We all want to feel and look young, for as long as possible and antioxidants can help to defeat age. Find out what are the most important antioxidants for antiaging.
Common mushrooms contain anti-aging antioxidants. According to the study by Penn State University eating ordinary white-bottom mushrooms regularly, can prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases, as well as have significant anti-aging effect. These mushrooms are an excellent source of ergothioneine, a powerful anti-aging antioxidant.
Ergothioneine and Free Radicals
Free radicals are one of the main causes for aging because they cause cell damage. Several types of antioxidants are effective to neutralize them. Ergothioneine is one of the best to fight free radicals that is why it is an important antioxidant for antiaging. Recently wheat germ was considered an essential source for this antioxidant, but apparently mushrooms contain twelve times more ergothioneine. So adding mushrooms to your salads or meat dishes can be a great source of anti-aging antioxidant.
Antiaging antioxidant supplements
You can find many antioxidant dietary supplements for anti-aging. A very popular one is Lifespan Extension Complex that contains 120 capsules of Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid as well as Bioperine. It claims to boost your immune system, give you additional energy and vitality. Its anti-aging formula is proven to reduce brown spots making your skin look younger. It is also claims to reduce deterioration of brain cells, which happens as we age.
Most anti-aging antioxidant supplements contain large doses of Vitamin E, ethoxyquin and BHT. While doctors still debate about the effect of Vitamin E on aging, the positive effects of ethoxyquin and BHT are proven.
You have to remember that it is best to consult your doctor before taking any anti-aging supplements. Even the greatest antioxidants can be toxic in large doses, and since most of them are not water soluble, you should never take too much.
Antioxidants for younger looking skin
The skin is what really gives your age away. And to keep it young and healthy looking, you don't need any special supplements. Natural antioxidants found in many foods, can help your skin look younger. While scientists are still not sure if Vitamin E has real effect on anti-aging, it is well known that this powerful antioxidant is beneficial for the skin. The same can be said about Vitamins A and C.
There are many antiaging creams with vitamins and antioxidants. But it is important to eat antioxidants, rather than just use creams with them. Most brightly colored fruits and berries contain antioxidants to prevent premature aging of your skin. Regularly include strawberries, blueberries, cherries, oranges, grapefruits and grape in your diet and you will see how healthy and bright your skin looks.
Tanya Turner is a publisher of Antioxidants 4 Health , an online health magazine. There you can find info about antioxidant foods, reviews of antioxidant supplements and additional information on anti-aging antioxidants
Antioxidant properties to prevent cancer are well known, but did you know that there are anti-aging antioxidants? We all want to feel and look young, for as long as possible and antioxidants can help to defeat age. Find out what are the most important antioxidants for antiaging.
Common mushrooms contain anti-aging antioxidants. According to the study by Penn State University eating ordinary white-bottom mushrooms regularly, can prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases, as well as have significant anti-aging effect. These mushrooms are an excellent source of ergothioneine, a powerful anti-aging antioxidant.
Ergothioneine and Free Radicals
Free radicals are one of the main causes for aging because they cause cell damage. Several types of antioxidants are effective to neutralize them. Ergothioneine is one of the best to fight free radicals that is why it is an important antioxidant for antiaging. Recently wheat germ was considered an essential source for this antioxidant, but apparently mushrooms contain twelve times more ergothioneine. So adding mushrooms to your salads or meat dishes can be a great source of anti-aging antioxidant.
Antiaging antioxidant supplements
You can find many antioxidant dietary supplements for anti-aging. A very popular one is Lifespan Extension Complex that contains 120 capsules of Acetyl-L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid as well as Bioperine. It claims to boost your immune system, give you additional energy and vitality. Its anti-aging formula is proven to reduce brown spots making your skin look younger. It is also claims to reduce deterioration of brain cells, which happens as we age.
Most anti-aging antioxidant supplements contain large doses of Vitamin E, ethoxyquin and BHT. While doctors still debate about the effect of Vitamin E on aging, the positive effects of ethoxyquin and BHT are proven.
You have to remember that it is best to consult your doctor before taking any anti-aging supplements. Even the greatest antioxidants can be toxic in large doses, and since most of them are not water soluble, you should never take too much.
Antioxidants for younger looking skin
The skin is what really gives your age away. And to keep it young and healthy looking, you don't need any special supplements. Natural antioxidants found in many foods, can help your skin look younger. While scientists are still not sure if Vitamin E has real effect on anti-aging, it is well known that this powerful antioxidant is beneficial for the skin. The same can be said about Vitamins A and C.
There are many antiaging creams with vitamins and antioxidants. But it is important to eat antioxidants, rather than just use creams with them. Most brightly colored fruits and berries contain antioxidants to prevent premature aging of your skin. Regularly include strawberries, blueberries, cherries, oranges, grapefruits and grape in your diet and you will see how healthy and bright your skin looks.
Tanya Turner is a publisher of Antioxidants 4 Health , an online health magazine. There you can find info about antioxidant foods, reviews of antioxidant supplements and additional information on anti-aging antioxidants
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
Top 10 Anti-aging Skin Care Product Reviews
By Julie Health
If you are aware of your presence, you are also aware of how your body is changing. Things at a cellular level begin to change as each year goes by. Different alterations begin to show in your skin as well as in the shape and functioning of your body. If you are aware of your presence, you are also probably aware of the need to give it the best consideration in order to look younger and feel better.
Where will you start with making sure you have the ability to offer your body the best? Of course, it will be important to find ways to take care of your skin. Beyond this, you can look into anti-aging skin care product reviews. This will give you the ability to find exactly what you need. By doing this, you can ensure that you get the best for the best. Following are the top ten anti-aging skin care product review areas that you can look into to compare what is available.
1. Folica (folica.com)
The theme of this particular site is to be the web's most popular beauty store. It has a variety of anti-aging skin care products that are available. It not only offers a variety of products, but also has customer reviews of how they have responded to the products and how it has helped them with the aging process. Not only does this particular website have reviews, but also shows the focus of the product for your skin, such as dry skin, aging skin, etc.
2. Product Watch (productwatch.net)
If you want to see what is popular at a particular time, and see how it is evaluated by the professionals, then this is one source that you can turn to. This particular site has a variety of anti-aging skin care product reviews, all which are divided into several categories for effectiveness. The product watch area will evaluate products by the ingredients that are contained, the effectiveness of the formula, the guarantee that it will work for you and the price that you will have to pay for the quality that you will get. It also will show you where to get different products and who the manufacturer is. At different times, this particular website will feature a particular product that they find effective.
3. Wrinkle Review (wrinklereview.com)
This website is designed to show what the latest products are in the market. They will then compare this to other products to see which are most effective on the market. This particular company also has guides for other solutions for anti-aging and what they mean. Articles on things such as Botox, ingredients for anti-aging, and other medical treatments are compared to the products that are available.
4. Smart Skin Care (smartskincare.com)
This is an independent source of information that offers reviews. The ability that they have over other companies is that they have the ability to feature more off beat products that are available. They don't sell products, but only review them in order to ensure that customers are aware of what is available. If you want to stay informed of anti-aging skin care products through reviews, this will give you a genuine answer.
5. Beauty-Product-Reviews (beauty-product-reviews.com)
This particular website offers reviews for a variety of skin care needs, including anti-aging. It will feature specific products, all which will have reviews by consumers who rate the product by one to five stars. While this particular site is focused on selling particular items, it can still help you in finding what will be best for your skin.
6. Herbalife (herbalife.com)
This particular website focuses on anti-aging skin care product reviews of only all natural ingredients. You will be able to find all natural ingredient creams and products by looking at the evaluations and recommendations that are on this particular sight. If you want to find natural possibilities, this is the place that you should first look.
Haven't found what you're after? Here are some more places to look for the best skin care products:
7. Magazines
If you are looking at any type of health or beauty magazine, you can expect to see reviews and evaluations of specific products. Usually, these will be featured by companies who are putting a new product on the market for your skin, but will still allow you to see what is new and how it will work, especially in comparison to other products.
8. Popular Evaluations
Often times, if you want to find what is best for you, then the most logical thing to do is look at other people that are using it or who have evaluated what is in the product. Often times, professionals will decide to advertise specific products that they find are the most effective for their skin. Of course, any one opinion should be taken lightly.
9. Surveys and polls
If you don't find what you want through popularity, you can turn to the Internet or to a specific area in your locality to find the best reviews. There are a variety of places set up that are designed to offer reviews of specific products. Places such as e-pinions are available for you to look at how others have truly evaluated a product. The best surveys and polls for you to look at will be the ones that are rated by people from all walks of life.
10. Professional Evaluations
If you don't find exactly what you want from these particular sources, why not get reviews from those who are in the business of anti-aging. Dermatologists and other skin care specialists are designed to offer you the best reviews of what is available. By simply asking for an evaluation of products, you can take the safe route of going with what the doctor advices.
As can be seen, there are endless sources for you to find the opinion that you need. These are only a few of several areas that want you to look at the different products and see what is best for the skin you are in. If you want anti-aging skin care, then product reviews will be an easy way for you to begin evaluating your possibilities and what is best for the needs of your skin's health. Doing this will help you to keep the external appearance of your body in the best shape with the top products.
Julie Health writes about anti-aging products and reviews at http://www.anti-aging-products.biz If you're interested, you can also learn more about anti-aging skin care products.
If you are aware of your presence, you are also aware of how your body is changing. Things at a cellular level begin to change as each year goes by. Different alterations begin to show in your skin as well as in the shape and functioning of your body. If you are aware of your presence, you are also probably aware of the need to give it the best consideration in order to look younger and feel better.
Where will you start with making sure you have the ability to offer your body the best? Of course, it will be important to find ways to take care of your skin. Beyond this, you can look into anti-aging skin care product reviews. This will give you the ability to find exactly what you need. By doing this, you can ensure that you get the best for the best. Following are the top ten anti-aging skin care product review areas that you can look into to compare what is available.
1. Folica (folica.com)
The theme of this particular site is to be the web's most popular beauty store. It has a variety of anti-aging skin care products that are available. It not only offers a variety of products, but also has customer reviews of how they have responded to the products and how it has helped them with the aging process. Not only does this particular website have reviews, but also shows the focus of the product for your skin, such as dry skin, aging skin, etc.
2. Product Watch (productwatch.net)
If you want to see what is popular at a particular time, and see how it is evaluated by the professionals, then this is one source that you can turn to. This particular site has a variety of anti-aging skin care product reviews, all which are divided into several categories for effectiveness. The product watch area will evaluate products by the ingredients that are contained, the effectiveness of the formula, the guarantee that it will work for you and the price that you will have to pay for the quality that you will get. It also will show you where to get different products and who the manufacturer is. At different times, this particular website will feature a particular product that they find effective.
3. Wrinkle Review (wrinklereview.com)
This website is designed to show what the latest products are in the market. They will then compare this to other products to see which are most effective on the market. This particular company also has guides for other solutions for anti-aging and what they mean. Articles on things such as Botox, ingredients for anti-aging, and other medical treatments are compared to the products that are available.
4. Smart Skin Care (smartskincare.com)
This is an independent source of information that offers reviews. The ability that they have over other companies is that they have the ability to feature more off beat products that are available. They don't sell products, but only review them in order to ensure that customers are aware of what is available. If you want to stay informed of anti-aging skin care products through reviews, this will give you a genuine answer.
5. Beauty-Product-Reviews (beauty-product-reviews.com)
This particular website offers reviews for a variety of skin care needs, including anti-aging. It will feature specific products, all which will have reviews by consumers who rate the product by one to five stars. While this particular site is focused on selling particular items, it can still help you in finding what will be best for your skin.
6. Herbalife (herbalife.com)
This particular website focuses on anti-aging skin care product reviews of only all natural ingredients. You will be able to find all natural ingredient creams and products by looking at the evaluations and recommendations that are on this particular sight. If you want to find natural possibilities, this is the place that you should first look.
Haven't found what you're after? Here are some more places to look for the best skin care products:
7. Magazines
If you are looking at any type of health or beauty magazine, you can expect to see reviews and evaluations of specific products. Usually, these will be featured by companies who are putting a new product on the market for your skin, but will still allow you to see what is new and how it will work, especially in comparison to other products.
8. Popular Evaluations
Often times, if you want to find what is best for you, then the most logical thing to do is look at other people that are using it or who have evaluated what is in the product. Often times, professionals will decide to advertise specific products that they find are the most effective for their skin. Of course, any one opinion should be taken lightly.
9. Surveys and polls
If you don't find what you want through popularity, you can turn to the Internet or to a specific area in your locality to find the best reviews. There are a variety of places set up that are designed to offer reviews of specific products. Places such as e-pinions are available for you to look at how others have truly evaluated a product. The best surveys and polls for you to look at will be the ones that are rated by people from all walks of life.
10. Professional Evaluations
If you don't find exactly what you want from these particular sources, why not get reviews from those who are in the business of anti-aging. Dermatologists and other skin care specialists are designed to offer you the best reviews of what is available. By simply asking for an evaluation of products, you can take the safe route of going with what the doctor advices.
As can be seen, there are endless sources for you to find the opinion that you need. These are only a few of several areas that want you to look at the different products and see what is best for the skin you are in. If you want anti-aging skin care, then product reviews will be an easy way for you to begin evaluating your possibilities and what is best for the needs of your skin's health. Doing this will help you to keep the external appearance of your body in the best shape with the top products.
Julie Health writes about anti-aging products and reviews at http://www.anti-aging-products.biz If you're interested, you can also learn more about anti-aging skin care products.
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