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		<title>Acne Treatment Reviews – Best Acne Treatment</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[When we set out to answer the question “How to Get Rid of Acne?” we selected four main parameters to find the best acne treatment. The four parameters were:  Speed of Product Results, Safety of Product, Permanent Product Effectiveness, and Product Ingredient Composition.
•	Speed of Product Results &#8211; This is an obvious benefit you would [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When we set out to answer the question <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">“How to Get Rid of Acne?”</a> we selected four main parameters to find the best acne treatment. The four parameters were:  Speed of Product Results, Safety of Product, Permanent Product Effectiveness, and Product Ingredient Composition.</p>
<p>•	<strong>Speed of Product Results</strong> &#8211; This is an obvious benefit you would want in the best acne treatment. If you have acne, you want to get rid of it – fast!  But the speed at which products work needs to be weighed against, the safety of the product.</p>
<p>•	<strong>Product Safety</strong> – We do not want to recommended a product that will temporarily clear your skin, only to find out that in the long run it will cause damage – possibly permanently to your skin. If you have acne, most people just want to get rid of it. But sometimes the quickest solution is not the best solution.</p>
<p>•	<strong>Permanent Product Effectiveness</strong> &#8211; If you continue to use the product will your acne disappear or will it come back after a temporary fix.</p>
<p>•	<strong>Ingredient Composition</strong> &#8211; We look at the ingredients in each product to see if any dangerous chemicals are used. Some companies know that you want fast relief and will risk permanent damage to your skin with dangerous chemicals.</p>
<p>Our review found only five products that we believe our readers will find as the best acne treatment. However only one of these five stood out as the best value and this same acne treatment had the longest money back guarantee.</p>
<p><strong>The Best Acne Treatment</strong></p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php"><img border="0" src="http://affiliates.exposedskincare.com/banners/111691459_300x250.gif" width="300" height="250" alt="Exposed Skin Care"></a></p>
<p>The best of our “Final Five” acne treatments in our quest for the best acne treatment is <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Exposed Skin Care products</a>.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Exposed Skin Care Products Guarantees it will clear your Skin in 30 Days or your Money Back – for up to a year!</a></p>
<p>After testing many products and getting customer feedback, we are convinced that the <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Exposed Skin Care products</a> are the most effective product and the safest product for our reader who want an effective acne treatment. The most convincing part about the Exposed Skin Care System is the combination of nature and science to manufacture an acne solution that is quick and effective in treating severe cases of acne, but is additionally safe and gentle enough on your skin at the same time it is curing dryness, reducing inflammation, and eliminating redness.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">The Exposed acne treatment</a> is the only total acne treatment system that prevents and treats acne using methods that were previously thought impossible. Exposed does not treat your skin  by using overly harsh ingredients like other companies, but treats acne by using a  proprietary scientific and natural method instead. This results in a method that clears the skin to the healthy and natural balance that it should have.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Benefits of Exposed Skin Care Acne Solution</a>:</p>
<p>•	Helps clear existing acne<br />
•	Prevents new acne from forming<br />
•	Evens skin tone<br />
•	Reduces existing acne scars</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Exposed Skin Care</a> guarantees that your skin will be cleared in 30 days or your money back. This guarantee is good at any time for ONE YEAR after you purchase the product!</p>
<p>Reasons we choose <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Exposed Skin Care Products</a> as the most effective acne treatment:</p>
<p>•	96% of users reported improvement of skin appearance and tone.<br />
•	Exposed Skin Care  guarantees your skin will clear in 30 Days<br />
•	98% of their users preferred their products over other previous products used!<br />
•	Exposed prevents or cures the four most common causes of acne problems.<br />
•	No-Questions Asked 365-Day Money Back Guarantee<br />
•	Uses a combination of natural and scientific remedies<br />
•	Safe for your skin<br />
•	Additionally treats acne scars</p>
<p>Their DOUBLE Guarantee, which we believe protects any of our readers who are unhappy with their results, is:</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">Clear Skin within 30 Days or Your Money Back within One Year of your Purchase</a></p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">The Exposed Skin Care</a> website has a short video that explains how their products will clear your skin in thirty days Guaranteed!  To visit their <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">website</a>, go <a target="_blank" href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/acne.php">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Meladerm Reviews</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 20:22:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Meladerm: A Product that Works

Meladerm is an advanced skin lightener product from Civant Skin Care.  It is available only at the manufacturer’s website.
I have read many Meladerm reviews on the internet. Most of them start with a warning like “Meladerm: Is It a Scam?” or “Meladerm: a Warning!” But when you read these Meladerm reviews, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Meladerm: A Product that Works</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-224" src="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/336x28024meladerm.gif" alt="Meladerm Skin Lightener" width="336" height="280" /></a></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">Meladerm</a></strong> is an advanced skin lightener product from Civant Skin Care.  It is available only at the manufacturer’s <a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">website</a>.</p>
<p>I have read many <a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">Meladerm</a> reviews on the internet. Most of them start with a warning like “Meladerm: Is It a Scam?” or “Meladerm: a Warning!” But when you read these Meladerm reviews, they go on to say that the product is a great one. I couldn’t find one single bad review or one bad testimonial on the product.</p>
<p><b>The fact is that Meladerm works!</b></p>
<p>I could go on and list the ingredients of Meladerm and why each is helpful, but the bottom line is that if you buy this product, which comes with an unconditional 30 day guarantee, you will be happy if you have any of the following skin problems:</p>
<p>+ Dark Eye Circles<br />
+ Melasma<br />
+ Age spots<br />
+ Acne scars<br />
+ Hyper pigmentation / Dark discolorations<br />
+ Liver or Sun spots<br />
+ Freckles or Uneven skin tone<br />
+ Tanning or Sun damage<br />
+ Old scars<br />
+ Birthmarks<br />
+ Dark elbows, knees, underarms, knuckles</p>
<p>The scent and texture of Meladerm is subtle and does not leave a sticky residue. Meladerm is effective for people with either light or dark skin. This is not common for most skin lightening products, which often require a specific skin tone.</p>
<p>The initial effects of Meladerm can be seen within two to four weeks. The full effect will usually be seen in a few months. But some people have reported seeing some results in as little as a few days! In any case, give this product some time and you will see for yourself that the product is no scam. It truly works!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-223" src="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/300x50meladerm.gif" alt="Meladerm Skin Brightener" width="300" height="50" /></a></p>
<p><b>How Does Meladerm Work?</b></p>
<p><a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">Civant Skin Care</a>, the inventor and distributor of Meladerm, created this product with a unique group of ingredients that are safe for your skin (Meladerm contains absolutely no mercury, hydroquinone, steroids, or other harmful bleaching ingredients). The main ingredients are natural pigment controlling substances such as extracts from Lemon Juice, Licorice, Mulberries, Bearberries and Kojic Acid.</p>
<p>These ingredients help control the pigments in your skin and remove any discolorations caused naturally or by mistreatment of the skin. Natural products are the way to go. We use too many dangerous products with dangerous chemicals. Is it any wonder so many people have skin problems? Try the natural way. It works!</p>
<p><strong>Here is a tip</span>:</strong> The Meladerm website says that you should use SPF 30 sunscreen if you are going to be out in the sun. By using the proper sunscreen, you won’t burn your skin and cause further damage to your skin after you’ve used Meladerm to fix your skin problem  This is good advice for all whether you have used Meladerm or not!</p>
<p><strong>Pros vs. Cons</strong></p>
<p>For those of you who like quick product summaries, here is a bullet point analysis of the pros and cons of Civant Skin Care’s skin lightening product Meladerm:</p>
<p><b>Pros:</b></p>
<p>+ 30-Day Money Back Guarantee (You must buy directly from their website <a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">here</a>)<br />
+ Ingredients contain no dangerous chemicals<br />
+ Safe to be used for extended periods of time<br />
+ Safe and effective for all skin types<br />
+ Many outstanding personal testimonials. The product is the best solution to your problem.</p>
<p><b>Cons:</b></p>
<p>- Civant only sells Meladerm online. So you must buy from there website <a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">here</a><br />
- Not the cheapest skin care product – but you get what you pay for!<br />
- It is not as effective on  badly scarred areas of skin<br />
- It can take 3 months or more to see results on excessively dark areas</p>
<p>Now that you have the facts, why not take the first step to curing your skin condition. You have nothing to lose. Meladerm comes with an unconditional 30 day guarantee. Get the world’s best skin lightening product.</p>
<p>The product is only available for purchase from their website, so why not visit them now? Click here to go to their website: <a href="http://www.thebalancedreview.com/reviews/meladerm.php">www.civantskincare.com</a></p>
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		<title>Skin Care Made Easy</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Aug 2010 21:09:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Because your skin is your first line of defense from infections and diseases, you should take care of it. The skin’s function as a protectant of your body should teach you to take care of it. The skin can be extremely vulnerable to carbon monoxide emitted by cars and UV rays from sunlight. It needs [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Because your skin is your first line of defense from infections and diseases, you should take care of it. The skin’s function as a protectant of your body should teach you to take care of it. The skin can be extremely vulnerable to carbon monoxide emitted by cars and UV rays from sunlight. It needs daily pampering because it may just degenerate on you if you don’t take better care of it. </p>
<p>What you must watch out for is the clogging of pores. Environmental pollutants like toxins and free radicals are always around to harm your skin. These chemicals clog the pores, making it difficult for your skin to excrete normally. Sweat and oils come out of pores often, but that’s normal. What isn’t normal is the way sweat and oils try to come out of your skin but cannot because of the clogged pores. Clogged or dirty skin pores are the primary reasons of deterioration of the skin cells.</p>
<p>There are many other factors that may contribute to poor skin conditions. I’m mentioning some of them here so you can avoid them. </p>
<p>Alcohol will always be bad for the skin, especially if taken regularly. Alcohol will dry out your skin, making the pores a little tighter and the texture more rough. When you get drunk, your skin becomes deprived of water and nutrients because you’re excreting too much in copious amounts. Alcohol may also lead to decrease in immunity against diseases that cause  digestive tract disorders. Poor diet, or faulty digestion restricts the absorption of nutrients that are important to skin&#8217;s health. </p>
<p>Moreover, alcohol consumption can cause liver disease. The liver is the main food processing center of the body, and it’s the one responsible for turning the nutrients from food into minerals that your skin can use. A sluggish liver cannot store skin-nourishing vitamins such as Vitamin A. </p>
<p>Having a better looking skin may mean you need to transform your lifestyle. Besides regular cleaning and a wholesome lifestyle, you may also need to use skin products that are especially made for your skin type. You can use moisturizers or skin products with a lot of moisturizers to cure your dry and flaky skin. </p>
<p>Direct sun exposure can damage your skin. Moreover, it can cause skin cancer. To avoid direct exposure to the sun, use a sun block with SPF 15 at least even on overcast days. The ultraviolet rays of the sun are always present, even if the sun isn’t shining as brightly. We cannot control the way the environment is getting denuded directly, but we can at least do this to prevent the effects of the damaged environment from reaching our skin.</p>
<p>Allergens. To be safe, always apply a dab of a new skin care product on the inside of your elbow and wait for 24 hours before using the product on your whole body. This is to make sure you’re not inadvertently using a skin care product that you’re allergic to.</p>
<p>Be very careful when choosing your moisturizing soap, lotion, cream, and other skin care products. There is such a thing as over-pampering, which could lead to allergies. Use gentle skin care products or those endorsed by health professionals. Sometimes, the development of pimples is the result of using harsh ingredients, comedogenic substances (those that cause pimples) and products that contain too much chemicals and scents. </p>
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		<title>Skin Care: From an Inner Radiance to an Outer Glow</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 22:36:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We can always take care of our skin more starting now. It’s never too late to become extremely skin-conscious and a lot of people benefit from this change. Moisturizers are easy enough to procure, and sometimes they can even be free. Some resort to trapping the skin’s moisture after bathing by applying lotion. Some go [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We can always take care of our skin more starting now. It’s never too late to become extremely skin-conscious and a lot of people benefit from this change. Moisturizers are easy enough to procure, and sometimes they can even be free. Some resort to trapping the skin’s moisture after bathing by applying lotion. Some go for anti-aging skin care products that work the same way as regular lotions, but longer. If you have ever spend your summer lazing around in the sun without regard for your skin, it’s time for a change. </p>
<p>Winter doesn’t give much respite either. The cold and frost will dry your skin as fast as sunlight, and so you still need to use moisturizers even during the winter season. Begin by getting a good anti-aging skin care regimen. Develop one yourself, and don’t use the excuse that salons are expensive to opt out of better skin care processes. When we do these things to care for our skin, our inner radiance will be evident in the way our skin glows. </p>
<p>Cleansing the skin is the first step to taking care of it. Cleansing doesn’t just mean giving your skin a thorough scrubbing. It also means choosing which bar of soap will work best for your skin. Some soaps can clean but not moisturize. If you can find a skin care product that does both, go for it. You can also use some natural elements to cleanse your skin. Fruits when macerated and crushed can become great skin care products. Whatever you do, make sure you’re pampering your skin more.</p>
<p>Mild cleansers are great for the face. The skin on your face is a lot more sensitive than that on your hand or legs. I’ve tried Aveeno, Olay, and Biore and they all work great. The best thing is that they are gentle. A skin care product is gentle if your skin does not feel tight right after you use it. Moreover, your skin shouldn’t itch at all after you use the product. Some skin care products are perfect for certain skin types, but to be safe, try the gentlest ones first to test if your skin is more sensitive than others. </p>
<p>Adopt a twice-daily cleaning routine. This means you use your brand of skin care product before you go to work and before you go to bed. In between, you can use a soft sponge to hydrate or clean your skin, but the beautifying should be done twice a day to avoid scrubbing the skin on your face more than necessary.  </p>
<p>For your hands, use mild, soap that has antibacterial properties. It’s great if you can find a hand sanitizer that doesn’t contain too much alcohol. Rubbing alcohol can kill bacteria but it can dry your skin. </p>
<p>Exfoliation is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells and make room for new ones. This should be a regular part of your routine. If you don’t have the time to exfoliate daily, do this twice on the weekend to keep your body’s skin supple and smooth. Everyday exfoliation is also possible using loofa sponge or a soft scrubber that will slough off the skin cells that are dried out or dying. This is a secret to that healthy glow. The healthy skins in the pink of health are always replenished because of proper cleansing procedures. </p>
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		<title>Boost Metabolism And Lose Weight By Eating Well</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:56:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eating well means starting your day with breakfast. Breakfast is an important part of the day, especially if you want to maintain a good weight. Research has shown that eating a high fiber cereal in the morning at least three days a week will result in lower body mass index. The reason for this is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Eating well means starting your day with breakfast. Breakfast is an important part of the day, especially if you want to maintain a good weight. Research has shown that eating a high fiber cereal in the morning at least three days a week will result in lower body mass index. The reason for this is your lessened cravings for overall calorie intake. While it’s not important to eat as much as you can, until you can’t walk anymore, having enough calories to start your day with will curb the need to snack on chocolates and sugar-rich food in the morning. </p>
<p>Another reason to eat breakfast is your metabolism. Not having breakfast after a night of sleeping soundly will make your body feel that it needs to slow down because food might not come along soon. You end up feeling tired because your body is on survival mode. If you eat just enough during breakfast, your body will resume its normal metabolism. Moreover, you can even jump start your metabolism so that it’s faster than regular. Breakfast is definitely an inexpensive way to boost your metabolism without relying on expensive pills. </p>
<p>So have breakfast, even if it’s just a smoothie made up of one or two fruits with no sugar. You will also notice that this practice of eating breakfast daily will improve your performance at work. You will also have more energy to keep from feeling fatigued too early in the day. </p>
<p>Sometimes it’s not just about the calorie intake. You also need to consider where you’re getting your nutrients. Although you can get a lot of nutrients from instant sources, nothing can substitute fresh food. Don’t just depend on nutrient bars. Have a carrot or a piece of fruit handy just in case you want to eat something during a busy day, </p>
<p>Fruits and vegetables are great for snacking on because the phytochemicals such as carotene and other vitamins will help you improve your daily habit. Make it a habit to buy fruit and vegetables in the local market. Learn how to identify the best fruits in the lot. Look for organic products or those that have not been sprayed with synthetic pesticides. Usually, these are kept in special packaging that has the 100% organic logo. </p>
<p>Besides the local fruit street vendor, you can visit the baker before you get your coffee. Fruits and whole grain bread work great as breakfast food. Stay away from sugary items on the shop display window. If you have to eat something sweet, try a blueberry or a strawberry. The fructose in these fruits will curb that sugar craving fast. Eating less is not always the option. Most of the time, it’s changing the quality of the food you eat that matters. Start developing your low calorie diet now so that you can lose weight faster. </p>
<p>One key to mixing things up so that you don’t feel like you’re punishing yourself for eating is to integrating small changes gradually. Humans develop routines easily so if you change your diet bit by bit every week, your diet routine will stick. </p>
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		<title>Face Cream Guide: Make Up Basics</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:59:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Makeup is essential if you want to look presentable. Most of the time, applying makeup is not only for females but also for males. If you want to attract attention, be thought of as well-groomed and become more confident, you must apply makeup in the most tasteful manner possible. Looking good is an instinct. Do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Makeup is essential if you want to look presentable. Most of the time, applying makeup is not only for females but also for males. If you want to attract attention, be thought of as well-groomed and become more confident, you must apply makeup in the most tasteful manner possible. Looking good is an instinct. Do you often straighten your clothing and fix your hair with your hand when you are about to meet someone? That is why applying makeup the right way is important and relevant to you regardless of age, marital status and even gender. </p>
<p>So how to go about applying makeup? There are several steps involved, but they are so simple you will get the hang of it in less time than you think. What you must remember is that a light makeup does well for informal occasions, and heavy makeup should only be reserved for very important public or social occasions.</p>
<p>First of all, get a foundation that suits your natural skin color. Apply this evenly to your face and neck to create a smooth surface on which other products are then applied. If you have blemishes that the foundation cannot hide, use a concealer. It is probably easier to smudge the concealer together with the foundation on problematic areas like under your eyes and other marks. Loose powder, even the ones that are used for baby needs, can help you attain that smooth look. </p>
<p>Blush on is for you to look peachy. One thing I noticed is that there is no cut and dried rule to placing blush on. Some like to smooth the blush under the cheek bones, some would rather apply over the cheekbone, and there are those that only apply blush on sparingly on the center of the cheek. So which technique should you choose? Find your own blush on application technique by smiling or grinning in front of the mirror when you apply the blush. This is how you will know where you can apply the blush on, on the apple of your cheek.</p>
<p>A bronzer is great if you are going to a party or going up to a stage. When the light hits your face, it will seem like you are glowing if you are wearing a bronzer. A lip liner will allows the lipstick to stay on longer, or at least give the illusion that you are still wearing lipstick even when it has been completely smudged off. When choosing a lipstick color, choose one that will make your lips stand out. Your lipstick can be matte, satin or glossy, but choose one type that will complement the color of your eye shadow.  </p>
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		<title>Home Treatments for Stretch Marks</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stretch marks occur in men and women because of the stretching of the skin due to weight gain. When the skin is stretched to the point of breaking, a scar is formed. Another explanation could be the increasing level of cortisol in the body. This compound hampers the production of connective tissues that lead to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stretch marks occur in men and women because of the stretching of the skin due to weight gain. When the skin is stretched to the point of breaking, a scar is formed. Another explanation could be the increasing level of cortisol in the body. This compound hampers the production of connective tissues that lead to the formation of collagen and elastin in the skin. The skin layer does not develop well and stretch marks are formed. </p>
<p>Skin type and the general health of the skin may be factors to the formation of stretch marks. Dry skin is less elastic and so it breaks more. Some of the lotions that pregnant women use to lessen the incidence of stretch marks contain shea butter and coconut oil, which can immediately moisturize skin and make it less prone to breaking or disorders even when stretched. </p>
<p>There are a lot of ways to get rid of stretch marks and to prevent stretch marks from appearing on your skin. Any skin care treatment that claims to eliminate and prevent stretch marks must be able to encourage cellular repair, and stimulate collagen and elastin production. If you want to do it yourself, you can try the following&#8230;</p>
<p>Drink eight glasses of water a day to keep your skin hydrated. Eat foods that are rich in vitamins E, C, selenium, and alpha lipoic acid, as well as monounsaturated fats (like that from olive oil) and gamma lineolic acid (from borage oil). A weekly diet regimen comprising these elements can maintain the strength of your skin and boost skin repair. </p>
<p>If you want to reduce the stretch marks on your body, you must first remove the overgrown scar tissue with brisk exfoliation. After exfoliating, apply lotion to encourage the regrowth of normal skin tissues. It is advisable that you apply antioxidant formulas with A, E, C, and alpha lipoic acids to protect the new skin cells from damage. Contrary to popular belief, getting thinner will not lead to more stretch marks. In fact, if you get thinner rather than bulkier, you can lessen the pressure on your skin and prevent it from breaking. </p>
<p>Here are some of the vitamins and vitamin sources you can use to prevent stretch marks. Foods rich in Vitamin C, Borage Oil, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Copper, CoQ10, Flax Seed Oil, Horsetail, MSM and Palm Oil are good for stretch marks. </p>
<p>You can also apply products containing these subsequent compounds directly on your stretch marks to heal your skin: Apricot kernel scrub, Bromelain, Dead Sea Salts, Dessicated Milk Powder (lactic acid), Papain, Rolled Oats, Sea Salt, Brown Sugar (glycolic acid), White Willow Bark, ground (salicylic acid) and<br />
Vitamin A Oil. </p>
<p>To make sure your skin remains smooth, choose lotions that contain the following: Almond Oil, Aloe Vera Gel, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Borage Oil, Boxthorn herb, Bergamot, Sea Buckthorn, Clary Sage, Grape Seed Extract, Comfrey Herb, Safflower Oil, Rosemary Herb, Coconut Oil, Sunflower &#038; Safflower Oil, Vitamin E &#038; Vitamin A oil and Squalene Oil. </p>
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		<title>Getting Perfect Eyebrows</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One thing that makes a person attractive is his or her eyes. It’s not just the shape or the color. It could also be the way your eyes are ‘highlighted’ on your face. One reason why people want perfect eyebrows is to highlight their eyes. To making yourself beautiful and appealing ‘Getting Perfect Eyebrows’ is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One thing that makes a person attractive is his or her eyes. It’s not just the shape or the color. It could also be the way your eyes are ‘highlighted’ on your face. One reason why people want perfect eyebrows is to highlight their eyes. To making yourself beautiful and appealing ‘Getting Perfect Eyebrows’ is extremely important. Can you imagine when a person looks at you and sees only the bushy eyebrow that frames your eyes? He or she would not notice how beautiful your eyes are because of the distraction.  </p>
<p>Now, then, here’s how to get those perfect eyebrows that you need to make your eyes stand out&#8230;</p>
<p>First, you need to always have an eyebrow brush around. Include one in your makeup case so that anytime you feel like it, you can groom your eyebrows in the shape that you want. If you can, keep a small vial of gel so that you can groom your eyebrows more when you’re meeting someone important. </p>
<p>Don’t pluck the eyebrows too much because it will take weeks for them to grow back. Also, plucking might lead to inflammation. Instead of a perfect arch, you will have to deal with pimples on your brows. Have a plan in mind whenever you pluck your brows. Get rid of the more bushy spots just below your brow bone and between your eyes, but don’t pluck almost everything off. </p>
<p>An eyebrow pencil is also great to have around, but apply a very light stroke. Think of it as writing on the hair strands rather than your skin. You also can use eye shadow instead of pencil if you just want to darken your brows. Apply from the center and stroke outward with fluid motions to get that arched look. </p>
<p>If you’re not fond of plucking and would rather shave your brows, you can start only with the eyebrows that stick out under the eyes. If you have big brows, the best grooming skills may not be enough, so you will have to go to a salon to have your brows shaped. If you want to lessen the pain of plucking, the best time to pluck is after a shower, as the skin will be moisturized and soft. </p>
<p>Your eyebrows must also be in sync with your body proportions. If you’re big boned, sharper eyebrows will not look out of place. If your build is delicate, make sure your eyebrows are not bushy. </p>
<p>The smaller your eyes, the less you should mess with the natural color of your brows. Don’t use eyebrow pencil because this will make your eyes even smaller. </p>
<p>Waxing leads to the trapping of hair right below the skin surface. Like plucking, you should make sure you clean your eyebrow area after waxing so that no irritation occurs. Dye your brows a shade or two darker than your hair. </p>
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		<title>Fresh Fruit Facials for Healthy Skin</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:59:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you’re like most people, you probably have a few skin care secrets. Everyone I know has a particular way of caring for their skin, and most of the time, the strategy is connected with a particular cosmetics brand. While I think that the popular skin care brands are there work great, I just cannot [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re like most people, you probably have a few skin care secrets. Everyone I know has a particular way of caring for their skin, and most of the time, the strategy is connected with a particular cosmetics brand. While I think that the popular skin care brands are there work great, I just cannot exchange my secret fresh fruit facials recipes for any of those popular brands.</p>
<p>What is this fresh fruit facial I am talking about? It’s a simple technique that involves using fresh fruit juice, pulp and even peel on our skin. The logic behind this is simple. Fresh fruits have enough minerals and vitamins to make anyone healthy, so why not directly use fruits on skin to make skin smoother? The antioxidants in fruits are extremely valuable, and it’s sad that humans usually take these for granted by not eating enough fruits every day. </p>
<p>So, let’s delve into my recipe box of facials that can be done using fresh fruit&#8230;</p>
<p>Peaches are gritty and can work well as exfoliants. Get a ripened peach, peel and get rid of the pit. You can slice up the peach for easier blending. Add egg white (from a single egg) to the peach slices in the blender and fire it up. When the mixture is well blended, you can scoop up a tablespoon of the mixture and apply it on your face. Allow it to sit there for 30 minutes before rinsing with cold water.</p>
<p>Apple mask is a good way to make your skin glow especially if your skin is not too dry and not too oily. Sometimes, you see all these products on the shelves of skin care stores and you wonder why there aren’t more products created for people with normal skin. Well, if you have this type of skin, I suggest you try this apple mask. Peel, core, and quarter an apple. Mash or chop the apple in your blender, and add two tablespoons of honey.  Blend again until the mixture is smooth.  Refrigerate the mixture before you apply on your face. Pat the mixture on your face gently and leave it on for 30 minutes. After this time, you can rinse with warm water until you can no longer feel the stickiness of honey.</p>
<p>While I’d rather eat strawberries than place them on my face, I love putting on my strawberry mask. Don’t use the type of strawberries you’d normally eat. Use the very ripe ones. Mash half a cup of strawberries with one fourth cup of cornstarch. Use a blender if you don’t want to waste time. Apply the mixture to your face, avoiding the eye area. After 30 minutes, rinse with tepid water.</p>
<p>If you have blemished skin, here’s a facial mask that you can use to reduce the blemishes. Chop one ripe tomato into small bits and blend with oatmeal (one tablespoon) and, lemon juice (one table spoon). Don’t overdo the mixing so that the mixture will stick to your skin. If the mixture is too thin and syrupy, add more oatmeal until it’s more paste-like. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it on for 10 minutes. Use a warm, wet cloth to scrub it off your face.</p>
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		<title>Eye Makeup Tips</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eyes are one of the most attractive features of our face. If you can create a dramatic effect by using the eye makeup techniques you will learn here, you can enhance the beauty of your eyes even more. Read on&#8230;
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Eyes are one of the most attractive features of our face. If you can create a dramatic effect by using the eye makeup techniques you will learn here, you can enhance the beauty of your eyes even more. Read on&#8230;</p>
<p>The first thing you need to learn is how to differentiate the eye shadow colors and how to apply them to your eyes so that the desired effect is obtained. For instance, smoky eyes are not so difficult to obtain if you have the right eye shadows for it. Apply eyeliner on the base eye shadow over the upper lid, and subsequently blending with a base brush. The next step is to apply a clean color over the eye, from eyelid to brow.</p>
<p>Next, you have to take note of the shape of the eyes. While colors can vary, your application style should always depend on the general shape of the eye. For small eyes, use a light shade of powder for the center of the lid and a darker shade near the outer edge. For almond-shaped eyes, use a light shade of eye shadow powder from your lashes to the brow, a medium shade on your lid, and a darker shade on the outer third of your eyelid.</p>
<p>For round eyes, use a light colored eye shadow over the entire lid. Then you have to delicately apply a darker coloring the crease. Apply eyeliner on both the top and bottom lids, but use mascara only on the upper outer lashes. For wide-set eyes, a darker shade in the inner corner is recommended. Concentrate the eyeliner and mascara on the parts of the eyes closer to the nose. For close-set eyes, you can do the opposite. Begin with the lightest shade one-third away from the inner corner of your eye, blending darker shades up and out. Use eyeliner to emphasize the outer half of your eye. Deep-set eyes need softer lines on the upper and lower lids so make sure you smudge and soften the eyeliner you apply. Large eyes can be enhanced by using eye-make up very sparingly. Applying color to the outer edges of your eyes can create a sultry effect .</p>
<p>Here is a technique that is often used when in a hurry. Apply the lightest shade over the entire eyelid. Choose a medium shade on the lower eyelid, and select the darkest shade in the outer corner of the eye to create depth. You can vary the colors depending on your mood and the shape of your eyes. </p>
<p>Eyeliner can be applied with short strokes, starting from the center of the eye and working towards the corners. Mascara needs to be applied only when you are done with everything else. If you are choosing a lipstick color that is too ostentatious, it is better to use muted colors on your eyes, and vice versa.</p>
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