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The best at-home beauty gadgets
For women's fashion.
With a little practice and research, it can be possible for fashion and beauty fans to achieve that salon look without leaving the comfort of their own home. From apps that allow you to try on clothes and make-up using a selfie on your phone, to slimming thigh and body shapers, there are gadgets available that will help you to achieve a stunning look without the expense, inconvenience and time involved in traveling to the salon.
Cleaner skin
Good skin begins with the right skincare regime, and cleansing your face from pollutants, dirt and makeup is essential for your everyday routine. The Face and Body Cleansing System from Clarisonic removes impurities and debris from the skin much more effectively than you can do yourself, while at the same time stimulating the circulation. The cleansing brush head moves more than 300 times per second and the result is cleaner skin, allowing skin care products to be absorbed much better.
An hourglass figure
The Hour Glass Waist Trainer from Genie is a stretchy, breathable, comfortable alternative to a corset. It gives you an hourglass figure by cinching your waist and smoothing out rolls and bulges. It can be worn over clothes when you go to the gym, or underneath, so that it is completely hidden; the only thing on view will be your slim, curvy waistline. The Hour Glass Waist Trainer also supports your lower back and improves your posture.
Laser hair removal
A way to permanently remove unwanted hair is every girl’s dream. Laser hair removal uses heat to target dark hair and destroy the follicles, and although several treatments may be required to permanently kill the hair follicles, the result is permanent. The Tria Laser 4X is a handheld device that is FDA cleared. It does not require cartridge replacement so all you have to do is charge it. It has five comfort levels, an inbuilt skin sensor and comes in a range of funky colors.
Younger-looking eyes
Loss of hyaluronic acid as we age causes lines and wrinkles, especially around the eye area. Wrinkle MD provides deep infusion systems for the brow, eye, and lip and chin area. The product helps hyaluronic acid penetrate the skin using a gentle micro-current delivered through patches that are applied directly to the area; a boost of hyaluronic acid is delivered over 30 minutes.
Facial hair
The Tweezerman Facial Hair Remover is a simple gadget consisting of a stainless steel coil spring and colored handles. It is designed to grasp the hair, including the follicle, and remove the hair at the root, minimizing re-growth. Tweezerman also make a range of tweezers, including wide grip, and tweezers with pointed or slanted tips, eyelash curlers, nail files and a Skincare Tool that has an angled wire on one end for removing whiteheads, and a flat loop on the other end to press out blackheads.
Hair straighteners
Hair straighteners allow us to create smooth sleek styles and banish the frizz, or create long-lasting waves or curls. The ghd eclipse uses patented tri-zone technology to create long-lasting gloss and shine, and the ghd gold boasts a lighter, cooler-to-touch body and smoother plates to prevent hair becoming tangled. The ghd air professional performance hair dryer, which has an AC motor for more powerful, faster drying, will help you achieve salon-looking shiny, frizz-free hair that will retain its style for much longer.
Free mobile apps
Did you know there are free apps available that can advise you on your best look, based on a selfie? Try Beautiful Me, or Bellashoot, a free fashion app that sends tutorials, tips, and product reviews straight to your phone. Visada will analyze your complexion from a selfie and give specific skin care and make-up recommendations. Plum Perfect recognizes your hair type, eye color and skin tone to give you customized make-up recommendations, and the L’Oreal Makeup Genius uses virtual reality to apply make-up to your face using the bar code of the product before you buy it from the shop.
A trip to the salon can be a real treat, but due to time and money constraints we want to be able to apply salon treatments ourselves. Invest in a couple of the gadgets best suited to you and you can get ready for a night out, or look stunning every day, without having to leave home.
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Get Started On Your Cosmetology Career
For women's fashion.
If you’re looking for a fast paced, exciting, and lucrative career, it may be time to think about enrolling in a first class cosmetology school. If you’ve ever thought about being an esthetician, hair stylist, or barber, now is the time to get started on your schooling. It only takes a short while to become qualified for this exciting career, and it won’t break your budget.
Why Do You Need A Cosmetology Degree?
If you’ve ever wondered what a degree in cosmetology can do for you, just stop for a second to consider the matter. When you go to your favorite salon, do you imagine that the stylist who works on your hair simply showed up at the premises one day and asked for a job? Even if some extraordinary person did learn all their skills on the job, it’s unlikely that a complete stranger can suddenly become a high priced salon stylist.
Cosmetology Is A Permanent Industry
However, a very short time in a first class cosmetology academy will get you the degree you deserve, as well as the essential references that will help you score the job you’ve always wanted. With so much at stake, it’s no wonder that so many people are turning to special cosmetology academies to get the training and references they need to embark on a career field that shows no signs of slowing down or fading away.
If you want to get in on this high paying career field, it’s time to get in touch with an academy that can get you the schooling and certification that you need to present to your future employer. With your certificate in hand, it’s a cinch that you’ll soon be working in a stylish salon, or in the fashion industry.
Get Started On Your Education Today
The Ron King Academy can help you realize your dream of becoming a sought after esthetician or stylist. If you’ve ever wanted to work in the fashion industry, or as a stylist with your own brand new salon and line of goods, the first thing you’ve got to do is get the necessary experience and qualifications. The Ron King Academy can help you get the skill set and degree that you need to embark on a lucrative and fulfilling career. Contact the Academy today to learn more about what a cosmetology degree can do for you.
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How to Judge a Quality Wig
For women's fashion.
When experiencing hair loss, buying a wig can be one of the most important purchases you’ll make. However, what was once a fairly nicheindustry is now widely available to everyone, with a huge range of wig types on offer. To help you sort through the choices you now have to decide between, below is a list of tips on how you can best judge a quality wig.
Check the Materials
The materials that it’s made from should be on the top of your list of priorities when wig shopping. If authenticity is important to you, professional companies, such as Transitions Hair, can provide you with a range of real hair wigs to choose from. The other main category of wigs is synthetic wigs. If it’s something that you’re going to be wearing each day, then you need to make sure you know exactly what it is you’re wearing. Human hair wigs are the popular choice for people wanting a wig to wear daily, as they look and feel natural and can be styled just like you would your own hair.
Read Customer Feedback
The best way to judge a product before you buy is to find out what other people are saying about it. All legitimate companies selling wigs will have a customer feedback or testimonial section where you can compare queries, complaints or recommendations. Don’t just look at the one company’s website though. Do an internet search to find where similar wigs might be sold or forums where people can openly discuss the benefits or disappointments of their own purchase.
Price Range
Unfortunately, good quality wigs are not cheap, so price should be a good indicator of whether you are purchasing something decent or are wasting your money. High quality wigs can sit in the price range of $400 - $1000, so if you’ve found one significantly cheaper, be wary. The opposite also applies though. If you’re looking at buying a wig that is at the higher end of the price range, take some extra time to do more research and compare it to brands elsewhere.
The Fit
A good quality wig will be comfortable to wear. It may take a little getting used to at first, but it should be soft on your head and not scratch your face or poke in places it shouldn’t be poking. You should want to put it on every day. How well it fits also includes how good it looks. If you’ve purchased a good quality wig, it should look as though the hair is actually growing from your scalp and the hair should fall naturally around your face. The wig should also be easy to style, as if you were doing your actual hair.
Believe it or not, purchasing a wig can be a fairly overwhelming process, especially if it’s to boost your confidence after rapid hair loss. The important thing to remember is not to settle for second best.Even if it means spending a tiny bit more money or taking an extra week to compare other brands and styles, it’ll be worth it when you have the perfect wig.
Choosing the Right Glasses for Your Face Shape
For women's fashion.
Whether you are purchasing glasses for the first time or simply wish to purchase a spare or new pair of spectacles, it is important that you carefully consider your options. When it comes to glasses, simply choosing the most or least expensive pair or a pair from your favourite designer isn’t always the best option. Not only should the glasses help you to see better, but they should look good too! Choosing the right glasses for your face shape is important. Everyone’s face is different and the shape of your face will determine the style of glasses that suit you. Whatever your face shape, there is a style of glasses to suit you.
Oval
Oval is probably the most common face shape and is characterised by a rounded chin and forehead, with the face appearing longer than it is wide. Those with “oval” shaped faces are fortunate in that most styles of glasses will suit them – only hair colour or complexion will deter you from picking one style of glasses over another. However, frames that are at least as wide if not wider than the broadest part of your face tend to look best.
Rectangle
If you have a “rectangular” face shape, you will have a long face, square chin, strong jaw line and long nose. Large, square frames are best suited to rectangle face shapes. They will help to make the face appear more balanced and in proportion by appearing to shorten the length of the face. If you have a long nose, choose a set of frames with a low nose bridge to make it appear shorter.
Triangle
A triangular face shape is characterized by a broad forehead with the face then narrowing down to a rounded chin. Those with “triangle” face shapes should choose light coloured or rimless frames or frames which are wider at the bottom to minimise the look of the width of the top of the face and bring it more into proportion.
Round
If you have a “round” face shape, you will have full cheeks and a distinctly rounded chin. Narrow rectangular frames will help to lengthen the appearance of your face. Choose frames with a clear bridge to put focus on the eyes and nose and provide a better balance to your face shape.
Square
A square face shape is quite distinctive. You will most likely have a strong jawline and broad forehead with the width and length of your face equal in measure. To soften the strong jaw line and lengthen the look of the face, choose narrow oval or round frames. Do not be tempted to go for square frames as these will cause the face to be unproportioned.
Diamond
Not everyone falls under the “traditional” face shape categories. The “diamond” face shape is quite rare and is characterised by a narrow forehead, chin and wide set cheekbones. Diamond shaped faces tend to be narrow at the eye line so it is important to choose a set of frames which will draw attention to the eyes. Glasses with decorative detail or even dramatic, oversized frames are the best choice for “diamond” shaped faces.
Keeping these tips in mind when you go to purchase your next pair of glasses will give you an idea of what type to buy that will compliment your facial features and shape.
About the author:
This post was written by Carlo Cretora on behalf of Nichola Kennedy Optometrist in Kildare, Ireland. Carlo is a freelance blogger and social media consultant.
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Your Skin In Your 20s, 30s, And 40s
For women's fashion.
Your skin ages just like you do. The skin undergoes several changes during puberty, and lines start to come out as you get older. Wrinkles, sun spots, and other signs of aging will slowly show on your skin. However, there are some things you can do in order to keep your skin looking healthy.
Use sunscreen regularly
The sun does damage to unprotected skin. If you don’t put on sunscreen regularly, your skin will age more quickly and you can even have skin cancer. Protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun by making it a habit to apply sunscreen on your face and body, especially when you go out in the summer and winter. Find the best natural sunscreen and make sure that it has at least SPF 30. Remember to reapply throughout the day, especially if you go swimming or do activities where you sweat.
Exfoliate weekly
If you want your skin to have a radiant glow, make it a habit to exfoliate weekly. Exfoliating gets rid of dead skin cells. If you get rid of the dead skin cells, the new skin will be evident and you will be radiant. However, be careful not to over exfoliate, as this can damage your skin.
Keep skin clean
This may be a basic step, but cleaning is important in order to make your skin healthy. Wash your face daily with face soap and water and make sure to remove makeup before you go to bed. Make sure not to wash your face excessively, as it removes the natural oils that we need. Choose products that are ideal for your skin type.
Get enough sleep
Lacking sleep can make your skin look dull and old. Having enough sleep is also good for general health. You will experience less anxiety and will feel rested. Make sure that you stick to a sleeping schedule.
Change lifestyle
If you are a heavy drinker or smoker, this will advance the skin’s aging process. Excessive alcohol intake can give your skin a reddish appearance, while smoking breaks down collagen and makes the skin look dry and dehydrated. Furthermore, if you are someone who likes spending time outdoors, lessen your sun exposure, as it is unhealthy for the skin and will also give you an uneven skin tone.
Visit a dermatologist
If you have skin conditions or if you are allergic to skin products, it is best to visit your dermatologist for a consult. You may need special products for your skin that you can’t get in the drug store. Your dermatologist can also give you the best advice when it comes to looking after your skin, especially as you get older.
These are some things that you can do in order to keep your skin looking youthful and healthy even as you age. If you take care of your skin, you may take years off your appearance and you will live a healthier lifestyle. Use products that are already tried and tested. If you have a product that give you the results that you need, stick to that!
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