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Toxic beauty what you dont know about your cosmetics may hurt you!

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Throughout my training as a makeup artist at AVEDA in NYC, I learned about the nasty chemicals that go into many of the cosmetic products that we use every day to make ourselves more beautiful. These chemicals can stay in your body long after the makeup is gone, potentially causing all sorts of problems. One of the most questionable of these chemicals is parabens.

What are parabens?

The simple answer is that parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and in food and beverage processing. The main types are methyl-, ethyl-, propyl-, and butyl-parabens (check for these on the labels of your favorite products, and then replace them with something better). The more complicated answer is that parabens are believed to be endocrine disruptors and reproductive toxins.

Why should I care?

Because endocrine disruptors and reproductive toxins are chemicals that interfere with hormones and disrupt normal growth and development of intelligence and reproductive capabilities. The average woman in the U.S. uses around 12 personal care products a day, while the average teenage girl uses up to 17! If all of these products contain parabens, even in small amounts, that is a lot of toxic chemicals entering your body every day. Imagine the effect this could have over a lifetime of makeup use. You might be thinking that you are safe because you only put cosmetics on your body, not in it. Make no mistake if you are putting something on your body (i.e.: makeup, lipstick, glitter, etc) it is going in your body.

If parabens are so dangerous why are they in my makeup?

Many people believe that some government agency, like the FDA, regulates what goes into your makeup. That if you can buy a product at your local drugstore or department store, it must be safe. This is not always the case. There is very little government regulation over cosmetics. Companies are not required by the U.S. government to perform health studies or pre-market safety testing on cosmetics. Companies can use just about any chemical they want in your makeup and they arent even required to disclose to you what those chemicals are.

What can I do to protect my family?

Read labels but remember, not all ingredients have to be listed on cosmetics. If it is paraben free it will say so, this is an accomplishment that cosmetic companies are proud of and they will flaunt it! Also, keep in mind that claims like “organic”, “natural” or “dermatologist tested” are not regulated for use on cosmetics and do not mean a product is safe. Do you research and refuse to buy or use cosmetics or personal care products containing these questionable chemicals.

As a creator of cosmetics for dancers, cheerleaders, and actors, I am especially concerned about the health of children and teens who use and love my cosmetics! Pubescent and pre-pubescent teens are especially vulnerable to the risks of exposure to these chemicals. My goal at JAM has always been to develop a healthier cosmetic option for dancers, cheerleaders, actors, performers or anyone who wants a long lasting makeup WITHOUT all of the “long lasting chemicals”. This is why I am so excited to announce that as of Fall 2009, JAM cosmetics is PARABENS FREE!

Cosmetics

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Women’s fascination with makeup goes all the way back to ancient Egypt dating back t to around 4000 BC. Traces of cosmetics used by the ancient Greeks and Romans have also been found.

While the Victorian era saw some strictures on the use of makeup, the 20th century has seen the cosmetics industry becoming a multi million-dollar business with multinationals like L’Oreal, Max Factor, Estee Lauder and Revlon dominating the industry. Feminists may contest the claim, but it is generally believed that the use of makeup makes the wearer look young, beautiful and adds to sex appeal. Makeup can transform one’s appearance dramatically and is used extensively by actors, stage personalities and those in the limelight, as well as doctors who may use it clinically to disguise scars. However, its most common use today is among women around the world who use a number of cosmetic tools. Foundation or powder is used to make the face look smoother and conceal blemishes. A touch of lipstick adds color, shape and fullness to the lips, while eye shadow and mascara is meant to better define the eyes and make them look bigger. Today, surgical procedures and permanent makeup is also possible thanks to the advances in science.

This loveliness though, could be only skin deep for there’s an ugly side to the beauty business. Lipsticks could contain chemicals like iron oxide, while eye shadows have chances of containing the dye carmine, an animal extract. On the one hand, the line between drugs and cosmetics is blurring, so that one man’s cosmetic deodorant could be another man’s antiperspirant drug. What complicates matters is, while the United States Food and Drug Administration sees drugs, as subject to a review and approval process, cosmetics don’t fall under its strict purview. On the other hand, cosmetic testing on animals has become shrouded in controversy with animal rights’ activists vehemently opposed to it. Animal testing includes for finished products like lipsticks or for individual ingredients. Due to the pressure exerted by animal rights’ groups, the accepted rule among governments and corporations is to exercise the three Rs of reduction -using fewer animals to get similar information, replacement through non-animal use and refinement by minimizing pain to animals. Another relatively new cosmetic method gaining currency is permanent makeup that employs tattooing techniques. While this can work wonders for those with permanent scars caused by conditions such as vitiligo or for busy women, unless it is handled by an experienced professional, permanent makeup carries risks of infection and disfigurement.

Microbial Contamination Of Cosmetic Damage

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Microbial contamination of cosmetics is in addition to raw materials other than natural ingredients, to affect its safety is another major factor. Generally the cosmetics of pollution in the production process as a pollution; cosmetics in the course called the secondary pollution by pollution.

A pollution: cosmetics raw material itself can be derived from micro-organisms can also be contaminated during production. Therefore, their physical and chemical properties of raw materials, Cosmetics material , moisture content, the production environment and equipment health status, health status of production workers cosmetics etc, the quality of health products.

Cosmetics raw materials used in the production process, the container and the production process can be affected by microbial contamination, especially in the cooling process more vulnerable to pollution filling. Cosmetics raw materials have been a variety of possible microbial contamination, especially in the natural plant and animal ingredients, mineral powders, pigments, such as ion exchange materials susceptible to microbial contamination of water. Some cosmetic formulations rich in water and nutrients, such as mostly cosmetic Cream “nutrition”, which by the addition of various amino acids, protein, or supplements (placenta extract, ginseng, licorice extract, etc.) components and help microbial growth and reproduction. In recent years, biological products of active substances in cosmetics increasingly widespread application, astaxanthin , many functional cosmetics such as high-moisture, anti-aging, whitening, freckle etc by adding biologically active substances or extracts of natural plants and animals to achieve effect. The type of material they are conducive to microbial growth nutrients, therefore controlling microbial contamination of cosmetics, cosmetic issue is to ensure quality and safety of one of the keys.

Two pollution: are cosmetics unsealed, use or contamination occurred during storage, including the hand after the microorganisms into contact with cosmetics, airborne microorganisms into the contaminated. Some of the beauty salon cosmetics is common, but can cause cross-infection. Despite the cosmetic preservatives inhibit microbial reproduction, but its role is limited. Therefore, to prevent secondary pollution for the prevention of cosmetics, tretinoin, cosmetic side effects also has important significance. Source: www.cosprm.com

Look Good By Using Cosmetics From Deep Sea, Jose Eber, Amika, Seacret, Herstyler, Premier And Micabe

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A woman is never too old when it comes to skin care and should always seek right beauty products to rejuvenate her skin and make it look young and fresh for long. A majority of the women purchase beauty products, which avert the early aging signs only to maintain glowing and supple skin. If you also wish to dispose of the unwanted wrinkles around your eyes, on the forehead or hands, there are numerous beauty products accessible, which can be purchased online.

One of the highly acclaimed names in the world of Dead Sea beauty cosmetics is Deep Sea Cosmetics, which produces various products like anti wrinkle night cream, body butter, Dead Sea salt, mud mask and moisturizing cream. Other Deep Sea products like manicure nail kits and foot cream are also popular. The best part about this Deep Seas foot cream is that it facilitates an instant absorption plus superior protection for hard skin of the foot from roughness and dryness. The exclusive ingredients soften and penetrate the core layer of the skin leaving it moisturized, smooth, nourished and soft. The Deep Sea cosmetics purifying mineral salt and mud soap bar also leave your skin healthy and smooth.

Another established name offering some of the best quality skin cosmetics is Seacret dead sea. This brand proudly manufactures few most effective products that are available online at lower prices then retail locations. Secrets cosmetics like Dead Sea body lotion ocean scent or Seacret Dead Sea acne treatment mud soap secret are worth trying. The Dead Sea body lotion is the hydrating balm, which gets absorbed instantly in the skin and offers a healthy, smooth look. What sets this lotion apart from the multitude of lotions accessible in the market is its exclusive herbal fusion of Jojoba oil, Sweet almond oil, Avocado oil and Wheat Germ oil. Also, this lotion is suitable for all skin types and can be used daily, monthly or weekly. The Seacret Dead Sea acne treatment mud soap incorporates natural mud from Dead Sea, which assists and restores the skins healthy balance.

Apart skin care products, women also emphasizes on hair stylers accessible in the market, so as to make their hair in different styles according to the occasion. To meet the need of every woman, Amika and Jose Eber offer the most reliable hair styling appliances like curling iron, or styling sets. You can pick from Amika black ceramic flat iron with temperature control, Jose Eber 19 mm pink ceramic clip less pro series curling iron, Jose Eber grey titanium 1.75 W2D flat iron digital temperature, or Amika full trio hair styling set, the options are simply endless.

Herstyler, Premier, Micabella are several other acknowledged makes that pledge the finest cosmetics with the intention of making every woman look gorgeous and stunning.

Makeup For Ugly Women – Secret Makeup & Cosmetictips To Make Ugly Women Beautiful

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Why do some of the most beautiful women you meet think themselves ugly? And what of the ones who are ugly but tend to do nothing about it and sulk. There is no such thing as ugly. Ugly is a word that means nothing more than something that doesn’t look nice, but nice can be bettered to pretty attractive or handsome. Now stop sulking and get your act together. What women have to remember is that it is mostly themselves that see the ugliness and not other people.

It’s the norm for women to think they don’t look good, even when they do; they wouldn’t be women if they didn’t. There’s always going to be that one particular part of the body their not happy with. Whether it’s the face, bottom, breasts, legs or whatever, they’ll find fault. And more times than not the person whose suffers the most due to the fault found is either the husband or boyfriend.

Makeup Beauty Tips

The biggest mistake women make when using cosmetics is the lack of knowledge on the beauty items they use. It’s all well and good knowing where to apply the product on the body, but is this enough. No it’s not. How much do you know about the slapstick you paint your face with. Do you know how much to use. Do you know what ingredients are contained in the cosmetics that fill your makeup bag? Do you know how to do a skin test for allergies, and how to deal with complications deriving from an allergic reaction? Its matters like this that’s essential for you to know if the ugly duckling is to turn into a swan

There are a lot of beauty secrets out there that is still just that, “secret.” Should these get out then women have no excuse but to better improve the way they look. But because the secrets are kept secret then you have to work with the basics about makeup and use it to your advantage.

Choosing the right cosmetics is your first priority, and then learning how to correctly apply them. Mixing and matching colours is important also. If you manage to find a technique you’re comfortable with when applying your mascara, lipstick, eye shadow or whatever then half the battle is won. Having the knack regardless of what’s involved will save you time, however if it includes makeup then not only can it save you time, but embarrassment too if people see you as Coco the Clown.

Getting accustomed to your “proper” beauty products will have you look beautifully glamorous.

How you can make an ugly face pretty. I know I said there’s no such thing as ugly but I can’t get this through to them who beg to differ which leaves me no choice but to try and help these so called ugly women be beautiful, using their beauty products right..

Makeup Beauty Tips Below

Beautiful eyes are not an attractive feature but more a precious asset. Aside from your smile it is the eyes first thing people notice. Healthy eyes are beautiful eyes. If you know you have fabulous eyes but lately they look dreary and tired then to add sparkle use chilled eye drops. Eye drops will revitalize the eyes and increase the look of liveliness. Eye lash curlers used on the lashes tend to open the eyes up wide to display stunningly gorgeous eyes. Salt is not good for the eyes, as to much can cause water retention which the outcome is eye puffiness (puffy or look swollen.) Alcohol is a common cause for redness in the eyes. You only have to look at someone slightly inebriated for proof.

Sun glasses should be worn to protect your eyes at all times in the sun. Wear a quality brand name of sunshades that will efficiently filter out the harmful UV rays. Never rub the eyes no matter how tempting it causes fine lines and wrinkles. When applying eye cream to the eyes smooth your finger lightly from your temple to your nose and gently massage into the skin. Eye treatments should contain natural ingredients Remove eye makeup every evening. As we get older the skin underneath the eyes thins and because of this the veins below become more visible hence dark looking circles under the eyes. Allergies can cause nasal inflammation which then increases the amount of pressure on the sinuses; this impedes the blood from draining which gives rise to blood pools in the veins and capillaries underneath the eye, creating blackness (dark under eye circles.)

Make my big nose look smaller

Is your nose long, if so face foundation a shade darker than your skin tone on either side of your nose will help?

If it’s wide (roman) then the foundation needs to be smoothed below the nose where the nostrils meet.

Bring more action to your eyes using cosmetics to draw attention away from nose.

Highlight the lips with lip gloss and accentuate the cheek bones with blusher.

Don’t wear your hair back if you want your nose to look smaller. Hairstyle tip: a sneaky move for taking attention away from your big nose is to part your hair on the side

Do not cover your face with your hair in hope to conceal your nose, people aren’t soft they know it’s there and will automatically start scrutinizing your face till they find it, and if it’s as big as you make out then it won’t take them long. The less conspicuous your attempts are try and hide your nose the better for you to save those blushes

Beauty is about natural and the more natural looking you are the better beautiful you will look.

Makeup Beauty Tips For Lips

For natural looking pinkish lips apply a small amount of beetroot juice before going to sleep.

Lightly rub the lips with lemon juice to avoid darkening of lips.

Treating your lips daily with mint juice or coriander leaf juice will keep them smooth and rosy.

Eat a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables; this is an overall health tip for the body which includes the eyes lips and skin also.

Exfoliate your lips once every 7 days. Wet a “soft” bristle toothbrush and carefully brush the lips

Beverages such as tea and coffee can be the cause of black lips and tobacco products too. To treat, mix lemon and glycerin together and smooth over your lips each evening before bed. Rinse it off in the morning. This will help lighten the lips.

Cosmetics can either make you or break you if you know what I mean, too much makeup can ruin a good look, and if not enough makeup is applied then the good look you don’t get.

No matter how pretty and kissable the lips look, they won’t look as good or get hooked upon by another’s lips if those pearly whites aren’t white.

Dental treatments/surgery is expensive, however no reason to let the teeth rot and decay. Looking after your teeth in the early years may prevent the need for dental treatment in the future. Brush the teeth 3 times a day and floss. Remember, bad breath is a big turn off. No matter how beautiful you are to look at and with all the curves in the right place don’t expect any kisses if your breath smells. If you suffer from bad breath speak with your dentist.