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by del on December 31, 2007
You know what tomorrow is, don't you? It's the day that thousands, perhaps millions, of people decide that this is the year they're going to lose weight, get fit, wear a size 6...
Maybe y...
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by del on December 10, 2007
Pop singer Christina Aguilera graces the January 2008 cover of Marie Claire magazine in all of her motherly glory. It's like a baby explosion in Celebrity Land: Jennifer Lopez and halle berry are ...
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by del on December 8, 2007
What if you could drink a water that not only hydrated you, but also said it would give you a more youthful, luminous appearance? Would you believe it?
The people behind Borba Skin Balance Water cert...
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by del on December 5, 2007
To continue from yesterday, here are three more tips to help your waistline survive the holiday party frenzy that's about to kick into high gear.
4. Eat goodies in moderation. Let's face it-...
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by del on December 4, 2007
It's estimated that Americans gain an average of seven pounds during the holiday season, beginning at Thanksgiving and continuing this little food fest until New Years. Unless you want to count yo...
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by del on November 16, 2007
Remember when ginkgo was the buzzword of the day? You saw the word everywhere, on food products, beauty products, diet supplements. Just all over. You may not have seen it as much lately because other...
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by del on November 8, 2007
Minerals. Antioxidents. Micro beads. Aloe. Green tea.
All were the new buzzwords in skin care and cosmetics at some time. Today's buzzword is açai (pronounced ah-sigh-EE). What is it?
The açai b...
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by del on November 6, 2007
Maybe you add a teaspoon or two to your daily coffee or tea. It's in your favorite dark chocolate-you know, the chocolate that's supposed to be good for you? It's in cereal, sauces and in ...
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by del on November 3, 2007
YES! Although researchers have said for some time that dark chocolate may be beneficial to our hearts by reducing hypertension, it's always nice to hear it again and again. Because that's how ...
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by del on October 19, 2007
Don't forget, it's still Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so think pink. I know red is in for lips this season, but for a softer look, how about Pure Color Crystal Lipstick in Elizabeth Pink?
E...
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by del on October 14, 2007
If you're not always diligent about applying sunscreen to your face (and really, you know you should), soon it might be a simple matter of doing something you do every morning to protect your skin...
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by del on October 10, 2007
I know a lot about nutrition and skin care, but I'll make a confession here: I have a weakness for Coca-Cola. However, I know better than to drink it every day or even several times a week. Like s...
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by Ivy on July 20, 2007
I use panty liners as a must, every day. It makes me feel, well, fresher if you know what I mean. But after one bad yeast infection I endured my gynecologist advised me to stop using panty liners, or ...
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by Ivy on July 19, 2007
When I run I always alternate fast sprinting with almost walking, because I suck when it comes to sports. The same goes for exercising on my home elliptical treadmill, where I cycle like a mad woman f...
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by Ivy on July 16, 2007
I must admit I have been overindulging in ice cream this past month, which has already made some of my tighter clothes unfitting. And although I am sorry to say this, I'm going on a stricter diet ...
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by Ivy on May 31, 2007
I love summer, as a matter of fact any warm season, but things which always gave me headaches were ingrown hairs and dubious rashes appearing out of nowhere, usually on the upper thigh and (!) lower b...
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by Ivy on May 8, 2007
It's a bliss to be able top wear short sleeve ore even sleeveless tops and dresses during the hot season. Appropriate even for work these lovely clothing items save my day, and I can't even im...
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by Ivy on May 5, 2007
Not to understate the importance of having great looking arms and cleavage, but tight abs, toned legs and a perky behind are the areas which will make you look wonderful in your swimsuit.
With summer...
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by Ivy on March 4, 2007
Although I have told you all about the importance of exercise, the good it does to your body, beauty and brains, here still are times when you just don't want to go out for the run, you're fee...
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by Ivy on February 27, 2007
The cosmetics you put on in the morning alone expose your body to over 120 different chemicals. Are we overdoing it with beauty products and can they in fact be dangerous?
I don't think we can li...
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by Ivy on February 25, 2007
Since I forgot to get vaccinated against flu, I drank ehinacea syrup. And I didn't get flu, sore throat or any winter-common illness.
I know I've told you that there is no proof whatsoever th...
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by Ivy on February 16, 2007
Last week I went to my favorite salon to get my pedicure, and since I am such a regular, the owner offered to dye my eyelashes for free, as a treat. As I never ever got this done, and I have rather fa...
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by Ivy on February 3, 2007
As it turns out, physical exercise (running, walking etc) makes us less forgetful, help us study easier and can even keep old-age dementia at bay.
The Franklin Institute presents various studies and ...
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by Ivy on January 27, 2007
How weird can it be to write about sweating in January? Well, I have found out (the hard way of course) that because of the indoor heating and the outdoor cold my body has started to sweat unexpectedl...
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by Ivy on January 4, 2007
This year, like so many others I forgot to get vaccinated against flu. Which I regret now that I'm feeling a bit down, like I'm going to get a cold if you know the feeling. As it is a bit too ...
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by Ivy on December 15, 2006
I am going to start with the only thing that really will help you lessen your cellulite: cardio exercise. We can talk about creams, lotions, beauty procedures and aromatherapy later, let's do the ...
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by Ivy on November 22, 2006
It's official - if you eat slower and chew your food thoroughly you will lose weight! This was recently proven by dr. Kathleen Melanson from the University of Rhode Island:
In the study, 30 women ...
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by Ivy on November 13, 2006
My winters were always about my skin getting into really bad shape, drying out and getting flaky. The dreaded heating, layers and layers of clothing and no sun whatsoever did not help at all. But, onc...
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by Ivy on October 19, 2006
I know you must be bored with running, treadmill or gym, and I believe you when you say that you would definitely work out more if it was fun.
Why not try the pole fitness instead? I'm sure you&#...
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by Ivy on October 4, 2006
Well, although I considered myself the no. 1 beauty tutorial writer, I see other beauty bloggers are getting the drift. I am happy to say I have found great step by step instructions on eye yoga.
Yes...
