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How to Make Brown Spots Disappear

2010-12-13T07:51:00.000-08:00

Besides using makeup to cover brown spots, there are several ways to make them disappear.
Brown spots --- also known as age spots and liver spots --- are uneven, splotchy spots that appear on the skin. These spots, which are usually on the face or hands, are the results of sun damage, aging and hyperpigmentation. Most women see these spots appear when they're in their 40s or 50s, but some see them as earlier in their 30s. Visit your doctor to make sure these spots aren't cancerous, and if they're not, there are simple ways to get rid of them.
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
Cotton balls
Lemon juice or slices
Buttermilk
Cotton swabs
Glycolic acid cream
Hydroquinone cream
Hydrogen peroxide
1
Rub a cotton ball soaked in lemon juice on the brown spot at least once a day, or directly rub a lemon slice on the brown spots. Lemon juice has bleaching properties.
2
Rub a cotton ball soaked in buttermilk on the spot three times a day. You can also use regular milk, but buttermilk contains more lactic acid, which acts as a peeling agent to exfoliate the skin and make the brown spots fade.
3
Rub glycolic acid cream on the spot with a cotton swab or applicator that came with the cream. Glycolic acid has a peeling effect, which can remove the brown spot over time. You can purchase glycolic acid creams over the counter at many drugstores, but you must follow the directions on the package.
4
Rub hydroquinone cream on the brown spot with a cotton swab. You can purchase these over the counter, but if you prefer a stronger dosage, you must consult a dermatologist.
5
Rub a cotton swab soaked with hydrogen peroxide on your brown spots to bleach them. Hydrogen peroxide is used as an effective lightener in many beauty salons. Purchase hydrogen peroxide that has a strength of 3.5 percent or less.
6
Ask your dermatologist about getting a mild acid peel that will rid you of blotchy skin and increase cell turnover.
Article Source: http://www.ehow.com/how_7466403_make-brown-spots-disappear.html

Wikileaks in a New domain http://wikileaks.ch/

2010-12-03T19:49:00.000-08:00

Cablegate: 250,000 US Embassy Diplomatic Cables

2010-11-28

On Sunday 28th Novembre 2010, Wikileaks began publishing 251,287 leaked United States embassy cables, the largest set of confidential documents ever to be released into the public domain. The documents will give people around the world an unprecedented insight into the US Government's foreign activities.

How to explore the data

Search for events that you remember that happened for example in your country. You can browse by date or search for an origin near you.

Pick out interesting events and tell others about them. Use twitter, reddit, mail whatever suits your audience best.

For twitter or other social networking services please use the #cablegate or unique reference ID (e.g. #66BUENOSAIRES2481) as hash tags.

Key figures:

15, 652 secret
101,748 confidential
133,887 unclassified
Iraq most discussed country – 15,365 (Cables coming from Iraq – 6,677)
Ankara, Turkey had most cables coming from it – 7,918
From Secretary of State office - 8,017

According to the US State Departments labeling system, the most frequent subjects discussed are:

External political relations – 145,451
Internal government affairs – 122,896
Human rights – 55,211
Economic Conditions – 49,044
Terrorists and terrorism – 28,801
UN security council – 6,532

Graphics of the cablegate dataset

Cables by origin and classification

Cables by Subject

Cables by Country

Cables by Organization

Cables by Program

Cables by Topic

Commonwealth Games 2010 Opening Ceremony Photos

2010-10-03T22:34:00.001-07:00

Commonwealth Game Opening Ceremony Vedio

Sony VAIO P Series Lifestyle PC – Lightest 8-inch notebook

2010-09-29T03:24:00.000-07:00

Sony officially announced the new VAIO P series LifeStyle PC which is the world’s lightest 8-inch notebook. The VAIO P features a 8-inch 1600×768 (wow) LED bakclit XBRITE-ECO LCD display, WiFi 802.11n, Bluetooth and built-in support for wireless WAN 3G Mobile Broadband.

Powered by an Intel Atom 1.33GHz processor, Sony’s VAIO P has 2GB of RAM, 60GB hard drive or 128GB SSD for storage and Intel GMA graphics. It has a Memory Stick Pro (Standard/Duo)Â card slot as well as MMC/SD slot.

Sony’s Sony VAIO P Series comes with real-time GPS functionality and a MotionEye webcam. The VAIO P LifeStyle PC runs Windows Vista. The starting price of the VAIO P is $899.

Apple iPhone 4 - Full phone specifications

2010-09-28T03:31:00.000-07:00

iPhone 4G Features:

Front-facing video chat camera
Improved regular back-camera (the lens is quite noticeably larger than the iPhone 3GS)
Camera flash
Micro-SIM instead of standard SIM (like the iPad)
Improved display. It’s unclear if it’s the 960×640 display thrown around before—it certainly looks like it, with the “Connect to iTunes” screen displaying much higher resolution than on a 3GS.
What looks to be a secondary mic for noise cancellation, at the top, next to the headphone jack
Split buttons for volume
Power, mute, and volume buttons are all metallic

Other Changes:

The back is entirely flat, made of either glass (more likely) or ceramic or shiny plastic in order for the cell signal to poke through. Tapping on the back makes a more hollow and higher pitched sound compared to tapping on the glass on the front/screen, but that could just be the orientation of components inside making for a different sound
An aluminum border going completely around the outside
Slightly smaller screen than the 3GS (but seemingly higher resolution)
Everything is more squared off
3 grams heavier
16% Larger battery
Internals components are shrunken, miniaturized and reduced to make room for the larger battery

source : Apple iphone

Interior Design

2010-08-24T21:23:00.000-07:00

Decoration and Interior Design

We carry out all aspects of interior and exterior decoration of residential homes and commercial properties. We also offer an interior design service which can include hard and soft furnishings.

Shocking Discovery for Joint Relief

2010-07-26T21:24:00.000-07:00

(ARA) - Suffering with joint pain? Arthritis, sports fatigue, and aging can all cause wear and tear on your joints leading to discomfort, inflammation, and painful joints. Every single movement your body makes puts pressure on your joints. Up, down, side to side your joints are constantly strained. Joint pain doesn't have to be a part of your future. You can relieve joint pain, reduce inflammation, and improve your mobility in as little as 7 days.

Researchers in Cambridge, Mass., have discovered a new compound of all-natural ingredients that promises to relieve joint pain, improve mobility, and in some cases protect the actual joints themselves. The new proprietary formula, branded under the trademark Instaflex Joint Support includes ingredients with clinical trials nothing short of amazing.

Instaflex can help joint pain in the hands, knees, elbows, shoulders and more. Its key ingredients have been shown to provide:

Joint relief in as little as 7 days
Increased mobility
Reduced inflammation
Lubrication for fluid movement
Protect and support joints

"After using Instaflex, my feet feel years younger. Between the joint pain and numbness in my feet from being a diabetic, my feet have been bothering me for years. Now when I wake up in the morning I don't have any stiffness and I can play 18 holes of golf and not have them ache terribly." says Brad of North Carolina.

Many people don't realize how important joint care is, or how to stop joint pain. Your joints age over time and like any part of your body, they require regular care and comfort. Using Instaflex you can live a happier, healthier, more active life. To see if you qualify for a free sample, click here.

Most joint supplements offer a mix of Glucosamine and MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) - powerful joint pain relievers in their own right - but not effective for everyone. Instaflex Joint Support combines those proven pain relievers with several new fast-acting compounds including Hyaluronic Acid and Turmeric Root Extract, to help relieve joint pain reduce inflammation, and increase mobility for many more individuals.

1. Glucosamine - an essential component of cartilage production and joint function. A variety of studies indicate that Glucosamine supplementation aids in resisting cartilage degeneration, diminishing joint pain, and preventing functional impairment.

2. MSM - an organosulfur compound that occurs naturally in some primitive plants. A double-blind clinical trial concluded that MSM significantly reduced pain and improved physical functioning for those with osteoarthritis of the knee.

3. Boswellia Serrata - Boswellia Serrata Extract is procured from Boswellia trees found in numerous locations throughout India. The extract has long been used as a medicine for arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Instaflex is an Official Sponsor of the Arthritis Foundation and carried in GNC stores nationwide. Samples are available exclusively online.

Olympic gold Medalist and World Cup winner Carla Overbeck, says: "For many years I was the captain of the U. S. women's soccer team. At the end of my career I suffered from severe joint pain. I tried just about everything to get relief. Finally, thanks to Instaflex, I'm now able to be active in sports - and keep up with my two young kids - without discomfort."

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Octopus FIFA World Cup 2010 Final: Spain Vs Dutch – Octopus Prediction

2010-07-08T23:43:00.000-07:00

Octopus FIFA World Cup 2010 Final: Spain Vs Dutch – Octopus Prediction’ octopus, paul the octopus, octopus paul, paul octopus, octopas. Paul the Octopus has become an internet phenomenon for his uncanny ability to pick winners. He has accurately picked the winner of every game Germany has played in the FIFA World Cup.

Paul Octopus was kept in Oberhausen’s water organism school of West Germany.

It is said that, during this World Cup, whatever forecast was predicted by ‘Paul Octopus’, which have proved its correctness.

Not to say, but today, this Octopus has achieved a star status in Germany.

Now, will this Octopus’s forecast break the elaborated efforts of German Football team?

But my experience says, the winners will be those ones, who never gets frustrated despite any up-down Global forecasts.

There is always justice in the court of God, which may come late but will be true with respect to time.

Now, Paul the Octopus is going to hog the limelight till Sunday’s Epic World cup final clash. Till now he has only predicted in games involving Germany, so it is not clear whether his Psychic powers are limited to games involving Germany or they also goes beyond that.

Whatever said and done – Paul, the Octopus is the biggest winner and star of this Fifa World Cup.

On a side note, this also the first time, I am seeing such huge football following in India – I thought last one was quite popular in India, but popularity of this world cup has risen in multiples…do you see that as well ?

Popularity: 38% [?]

Source: http://www.ishraqnews.com/featured/706.htm

Fireworks follow sun-scorched July 4 festivals

2010-07-04T22:16:00.000-07:00

NEW YORK – The nation's largest fireworks show lit up the skies in a burst of red, white and blue over the Hudson River straddling New York and New Jersey on Sunday, a scene that repeated in hundreds of communities in a sizzling end to a scorching day for much of the U.S.

"It's amazing on TV," said Marcos Jimenez, a golf caddy who joined thousands of others lining the riverfront for a prime view of the show. "I figured seeing it live would be even better."

Budget cuts forced some communities to pull the plug on the pyrotechnics, but the gigantic Macy's fireworks show went on as planned on Manhattan's West Side, where it moved in 2009 after eight years on the East River.

Ten-year-old Nathan Felde of Folsom, Calif., watched with his parents and 6-year-old brother, Elijah, who screamed at the sight of a glowing red circle with a blue ring around it.

Chicago traditionally celebrated a day early on July 3 with a fireworks display that drew more than 1 million people, but the show was canceled this year to save at least $500,000. The city held three smaller shows on Sunday.

Its a good news and a best for US economics like a gift.
America only country where it's Chief goes to other Chiefs around the World and tells them that there are jobs waiting to be sent to their people. Jobs working for American and Asian companies.

Source Yahoo News

10 Tips for Easy Weight Loss

2010-06-24T04:53:00.000-07:00

Tip 1: Find out how many calories you need

BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)

BMR [kcal]

Body Weight [lb] x 15 + (moderate activity [mins/day] x 3.5)

Since you wish to lose weight, your target = BMR - 500 kcal

For instance, you weigh 140 lb and you perform 20 mins of moderate activity every day. BMR of this example = (140 x 15) + (20 x 3.5) = 2100 + 70 = 2170 kcal. BMR minus 500kcal; it would be 2170 - 500 = 1670 kcal. Therefore 1670 kcal is the target in this example to losing 1 lb per week.

Tip 2: Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day

Fruits and vegetables are packed with beneficial fibers, vitamins and antioxidants. They fill up your stomach fast so you feel full earlier. They are also low in calories and helps to keep your calorie count low.

Tip 3: Watch for Portion Size

One serving of pasta means 1/2 cup of cooked pasta. However, most restaurants serve a pasta dish with 4 servings of pasta!!! You do not need to finish and clean off the plate every time. You can simply ask to take home the leftover.

Tip 4: Do not Skip Meals

Eating small frequent meals help to balance your calorie intake throughout the day and also keeps your blood sugar level balanced. Instead of eating 3 big meals, try to eat 5 - 6 smaller meals throughout the day.

Tip 5: Go for wholesome fresh foods

If possible, purchase fresh foods and avoid package (processed) and convenient foods such as fast food. Packaged and convenient foods are often higher in sodium and fat content. Many people we spoke to are amazed that they can easily lose weight by packing a home-cooked lunch to work instead of eating out.

Tip 6: Don't be overly-restrictive

Everyone has his or her favorite treats. Simply allow yourself a little indulgence, but watch out for the frequency and the quantity. Having a small treat once in a while can be rewarding to your weight loss experience. Cutting too much of your favorite treats usually lead to an early relapse.

Tip 7: Understand Food Claims and Labels

A product labelled with a fat-free claim does not mean that it is low in calories. Similarly a product labelled as low-sugar or low-carb does not mean it is low in fat or calories. Always read the nutrition label on the packaging.

Tip 8: Watch for the sugary drinks

Juices, soda, cream & sugar in your coffee or tea all add up. Opt for drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day. In addition to providing hydration to your body, it will also help you feel full.

Tip 9: Keep a food journal

Keeping a food journal helps you pin point your eating pattern and will enable you to easily modify it. If possible, have your Registered Dietitian review your journal.

Tip 10: Exercise, period

Most authorities recommend 30 - 60 minutes of physical activity a day to stay healthy. Also try adding weight-bearing exercises at least 2 times a week. This will help burn some of the unwanted calories.

Miss USA 2010

2010-05-17T02:58:00.000-07:00

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


Date
Presenters	Curtis Stone, Natalie Morales, Joan Rivers, Melissa Rivers^[2]
Entertainment	Boys Like Girls, Trace Adkins
Venue	Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas
Broadcaster	NBC
Entrants	51
Placements	15
Winner	Rima Fakih
Represented	Michigan

Miss USA 2010, the 59th edition of the Miss USA pageant, was held at the Theatre for the Performing Arts in Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 16, 2010. The winner, Rima Fakih of Michigan, will represent the United States in the Miss Universe 2010 competition. Miss USA 2009, Kristen Dalton from North Carolina, crowned her successor at the end of this event. Representatives of the 50 states and the District of Columbia competed for the title in the pageant, which was broadcast live on NBC.

The pageant was co-hosted by Australian celebrity chef Curtis Stone and Today show correspondent Natalie Morales.^[2] Color commentary was provided by Joan and Melissa Rivers.^[2] Pop rock band Boys Like Girls performed during the swimsuit competition and country music star Trace Adkins performed during the evening gown competition.^[2] Stone, Adkins and Rivers have all appeared on Donald Trump's television show Celebrity Apprentice.

Kristen Dalton and Chet Buchanan hosted the presentation show.^[3] For the first time, the preliminary competition was webcast live via Ustream on May 12, 2010, following a precedent set at the 2009 Miss Universe pageant.

Pageants were held to select the representative for each state between June 2009 and January 2010. During the final show on May 16, the fifteen delegates with the highest average score from the preliminary competition were announced. The top fifteen competed in the swimsuit competition. The top ten delegates from swimsuit competed in evening gown. The top five delegates from the evening gown competition (not averaged composite scores from both competitions) competed in the final question round to determine the winner. The judges' composite score was shown after each round of competition for the fourth time since 2002.

Miss USA 2010
Date	May 16, 2010^[1]
Presenters	Curtis Stone, Natalie Morales, Joan Rivers, Melissa Rivers^[2]
Entertainment	Boys Like Girls, Trace Adkins
Venue	Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Las Vegas
Broadcaster	NBC
Entrants	51
Placements	15
Winner	Rima Fakih
Represented	Michigan

Placements

Final results	Contestant
Miss USA 2010	Michigan - Rima Fakih
1st runner-up	Oklahoma - Morgan Woolard
2nd runner-up	Virginia - Samantha Casey
3rd runner-up	Colorado - Jessica Hartman
4th runner-up	Maine - Katie Whittier
Top 10	Alabama - Audrey Moore California - Nicole Johnson Mississippi - Breanne Ponder Missouri - Ashley Strohmier Tennessee - Tucker Perry
Top 15	Arkansas - Adrielle Churchill Kansas - Bethany Gerber Nebraska - Belinda Wright Pennsylvania - Gina Cerilli Wyoming - Claire Schreiner

Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik

2010-03-30T23:22:00.000-07:00

HYDERABAD: Indian tennis star Sania Mirza's family Monday confirmed that she was all set to marry Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik.An Indian news channel quoted Sania's father Imran Mirza as saying that the reports of her proposed marriage with Malik were true. According to the channel, he said that the marriage would take place in a month and that the couple would settle down in Dubai after tying the knot.Imran said that both Sania and Malik would continue to represent their countries in their respective games.However, Sania's father or any family member did not come out of the house to speak to mediapersons waiting outside to get a confirmation of the news first aired on a Pakistani television channel.According to Geo News, Shoaib Malik's mother met the family of Sania, and sought Sania for her son. The channel claimed that Sania's family has accepted the proposal and the two families are all set to conduct the engagement of the two.The channel even claimed that the engagement ceremony was expected to take place next month.The news of Sania's proposed marriage with Malik came two months after she called off her engagement to childhood friend Sohrab Mirza, citing "incompatibility".Six months after the engagement took place here amid much fanfare, Sania decided to part ways with Sohrab.Interestingly, Shoaib Malik was also engaged to a girl from this southern Indian city a few years ago but he later called it off. The family of the girl had even claimed that he had married her but the Pakistani star denied this.Malik had said in January 2008 that his marriage plans with Ayesha Siddiqui ended because both families could not reach an understanding on certain issues.However, the girl's family claimed that the they entered the wedlock through 'nikah' over telephone in 2002. Ayesha's father M.A. Siddiqui had even threatened to sue Malik for cheating and demanded him to give a formal divorce.Malik was also quoted by Pakistani media as saying that Ayesha was not the girl he met in Dubai and that her family cheated him by sending a photograph of another girl.Malik had reportedly met Ayesha in Dubai and they decided to marry. The Pakistani cricket team was given a grand reception by Ayesha's parents at their residence here when the team toured India in 2005.Interestingly, Ayesha had not come out at the reception and did not even meet Shoaib, saying she was down with some allergic problem.
Source: http://www.expressbuzz.com/edition/story.aspx?Title=Sania+to+marry+Shoaib+Malik+next+month&artid=3j723WoIXIo=&SectionID=p/1TpZY0BFI=&MainSectionID=p/1TpZY0BFI=&SectionName=h4nHCgRcMFQmsUgz08kxUw==&SEO=Sania%20Mirza,%20Shoaib%20Malik,%20marriage

5 Tips for Natural Skin Care

2010-03-05T06:33:00.000-08:00

Tip 1: Give Yourself a Dry Brush Exfoliation

A dry brush exfoliation can be done in the morning before you shower. It eliminates dead skin cells and allows the skin to detox (skin is the largest organ of elimination). Dry brush exfoliation also improves lymph and blood circulation and decreases puffiness. An added benefit is that the gentle pressure is calming to the nervous system. To give yourself a dry brush exfoliation, you'll need a soft, natural bristle brush.

Tip 2: Rev Up Your Digestion

In alternative medicine, good skin is a reflection of a good digestive system. People with skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis often suffer from constipation, imbalanced "good" vs. "bad" bacteria, leaky gut, and other digestive conditions. The two most common sluggish digestion culprits are:

Culprit #1: Not Enough Water Water bathes cells and eliminates waste products, preventing constipation. 5 Ways to Boost Your Water Intake
Culprit #2: Not Enough Fiber Most people lack fiber in their diets - the average person eats only 12 g of fiber a day. In 2002, the National Academy of Sciences Food and Nutrition Board established recommended fiber intakes. For men aged 19-50 years, 38 g fiber is recommended, and for men over 50, 31 g fiber is recommended. For women aged 19 to 50 years, 25 g fiber is recommended, and for women over 50, 21 g fiber is recommended.

Some suggestions:
1. Add Whole Grains - Choose whole grain products over refined. Have brown rice instead of white or make your own 50:50 combination.
2. An Apple a Day - Have an apple, skin on, as a snack.
3. Eat Cauliflower - Try this delicious Roasted Cauliflower recipe!
4. High-fiber snacks - Snack on nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, such as dates, figs, and prunes.
5. Try a "Prune Power" Smoothie - Prunes are a great source of fiber. Start your day with this tasty Prune Power smoothie.
6. Eat Beans and Legumes - Open a can of your favorite beans or legumes. Rinse them well and add them to your meal.
7. Ground Flaxseeds - For any easy fiber boost, sprinkle ground flaxseeds (available at health food stores) on rice, salads, oatmeal, or any other meal. Store flaxseeds in the fridge.

Tip 3: Invigorate Sluggish Circulation

Do you sit at your desk for hours, only getting up to go to the bathroom? One of the best things you can do for your skin, stress level, and overall health is to get moving! Inactivity may affect skin and promote bloating and puffiness, acne, cellulite, and loss of muscle tone. You'll learn more about exercise in Step 9 of the Wellness Makeover. Here are some quick suggestions:

Take a quick break to go outside and walk around the block.
Book a massage therapy appointment.
Close your door and stretch.
Go to the gym.
Start each morning by stretching.
Get a skipping rope.

Tip #4: Avoid Excess Sugar

Most people do not realize this but excess sugar is considered one of the main causes of premature aging. The more sugar we eat, the more sugar we have entering our bloodstream. Over time, this can result in a process known as glycation, which is when a glucose (sugar) molecule damages a protein molecule by sticking to it. The new molecules formed are called advanced glycation end-products, or AGEs. AGEs damage collagen in skin, cartilage, and ligaments and promote a loss of elasticity. Wrinkles form and skin begins to sag.

Try This - It may seem impossible to reduce your sugar intake, but it can be done! A gradual approach works best. In the next week, choose one thing you're going to do to decrease the amount of sugar you consume. For example, start by cutting the amount of sugar in your daily coffee or tea by half. Every week, find another way you can decrease your sugar intake. Pretty soon, you'll be surprised at how far you've come!

Tip #5: Eat Some Good Fats

Essential fatty acids are simply fats your body cannot live without. They are needed to make cell membranes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Essential fats are thought to keep your heart healthy, fight inflammation, and possibly prevent cancer. They are also particularly important to people with inflammatory conditions such as eczema and acne, and also for people with dry skin. People with essential fat deficiency sometimes notice bumps on the backs of their arms. Here are my suggestions on getting more essential fats:

Flaxseed and walnut oil - Use flaxeed oil or walnut oil with balsamic vinegar as a salad dressing. Be sure to keep these oils refrigerated. They should not be heated or used for cooking.
Cold water fish - Sardines are a good source of essential fats. Salmon is another good source, however these salmon accumulate toxic polychlorinated biphenyls (otherwise known as PCBs) in their body fat during the 95 percent of their lives they spend at sea.
Supplements - Consider fish oil supplements.

Source: http://altmedicine.about.com/od/optimumhealthessentials/a/5_Tips_Skin.htm

Night Makeup Tips

2010-01-06T02:37:00.001-08:00

During night outings all the lighting that is around us is artificial. Artificial light lowers the intensity of color. So when it comes time to apply evening makeup we should apply more intensely.

When it comes to applying evening makeup we should keep in mind the lighting in which we will be surrounded in. For evening makeup we can use dark colors and bright textures to achieve a more glamorous and sophisticated look.

Shine with your own light, so you won’t be left in the dark. Conquer the darkness by using shimmery colors that are translucent and show your skin off.

The most stellar color these days is gold, not only in makeup, but in clothing and acessories as well. Lighting is very important because it is one the main factors in your ending results in evening makeup looks.

If we are looking to apply day makeup this will be in softer tones, natural, and of fine texture. The light of the day will reveal any excesses in makeup use. We look for naturalness.

The importance of preparing the skin

Before starting to apply makeup we will apply a cream foundation. This could be a moisturizing base or a foundation base that we can mix with a flash of beauty for those more special ocassions.

We will let the skin rest a few minutes so that the products can properly absorb.
Correct Imperfections

Any problems with pigmentation are worked out before your foundation. If imperfections such as discolorations, pimples, etc, we will cover with a opaque paste textured concealor. We will use a more natural and fluid concealor for the contours of the eyes. Using a thicker concealor on the eye will result in accentuating the expression lines.

We can use the same fluid concealor (in a lighter shade than the skin tone) to soften features that tend to age a woman.
Incorporate a Foundation

We will find a huge variety of foundations on the market today. These will be in different textures and different coverages: for mature skin, oily skin, etc. We will choose one according to the necessities of the particular skin.
A touch of Health

If we want to give a fresh aspect to the skin we can use a cream blush. This is applied before blending in the foundation. The cream textured blush is ideal for mature skin and dry skin.
Set makeup naturally

We will set the foundation with a translucent powder to give the skin a natural look and feel that isn’t too matte. Apply the translucent powder with a brush using soft strokes. If you want to add more color we will apply a bronzer in powder to the face, neck and chest. That way we will achieve a more uniform color that matches the body.
The Protagonists: The Eyes

On the eyelids we will utilize a base eyeshadow in a light tone. With the dark color you have chosen we will line the eye. We will use taupe to outline the lower lashline of the eye.

We will also apply this same shade to the root of the lashline, blending up into the eye crease. Making this the focal point and marking the point of intensity.

The point of intensity is an imaginary point you will get when you cross an imaginary line formed by the lower line of the eye with the eye socket itself.

We will go over the lashline once more to achieve a more intense look. We can apply this line with a lighter shade to achieve a gradual change in color.

If we want to “enlarge” the eye we can lightly draw the liner on the lower lashline or none at all.
Scandalous Eyelashes

We will abundantly apply mascara to the eyelashes. Eliminate any clumps with a clean eyelash brush and define the eyelashes.

If you want to achieve the “wide eye” look do not apply mascara to lower lashes. This will give the eye a more open, rounded look.

The eyebrows give much expression to the face, so we will clean them up if needed. We will fill in any gaps in the brow and extending them if needed.
And lastly sensual lips

When we apply lipliner we will blend it onto the lips. Then we will apply the lip color in the same shade. The lipliner should not be visible after applying the lip color.

Source: http://www.she.com.pk/makeup/night-makeup-tips.php

How to Use an Eyelash Curler

2009-11-30T01:27:00.000-08:00

How to use an eyelash curler. Curling eyelashes make your eyes look wider & brighter. Metal eyelash curlers are better than plastic. You’ll want to replace the pads on the curler every 2 months. For best results, you’ll want to gentry heat the curler with a blow dryer for no more than 5 seconds.

Difficulty: Easy

Time Required: 3 minutes

Here’s How:

Eyelash curlers work best on clean eyelashes. Make sure eyelashes are free of mascara. If necessary, use eye makeup remover to remove old mascara.
With your blowdryer on low heat, blow air on the curler for no more than 5 seconds. Touch the metal. If it’s hot, let it cool for a few seconds. You don’t want to burn your eyelid.
Open the curler, clamp lashes near the roots. Hold for 10-30 seconds. Never curl lashes after you apply mascara — as the mascara dries, lashes can stick to the curler & be torn from the roots. Don’t bother curling bottom lashes.
Repeat on the other eye.

Source: http://www.she.com.pk/makeup/how-to-use-an-eyelash-curler.php

Zardari, Altaf among NRO beneficiaries

2009-11-22T06:03:00.000-08:00

Zardari, Altaf among NRO beneficiaries

Updated at: 1754 PST, Saturday, November 21, 2009

Zardari, Altaf among NRO beneficiaries ISLAMABAD: Government of Pakistan Saturday released the list of the beneficiaries of the National Reconciliation Ordinance on the directives of Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani.

State Minister for Law Afzal Sindhu in a news conference here said that a total of 8041 people including 34 politicians, bureaucrats and three ambassadors took benefit from the ordinance.

On top of the list is the name of President Asif Ali Zardari while his several close associates, both political and bureaucratic, including Rehman Malik, Salman Farooqi and his brother Usman Farooqi and Hussain Haqqani are also included, he said.

The list, which also reflects a brief introduction of the cases dropped against each name under the NRO, also includes the name of serving and former ministers, federal and provincial secretaries, ex-chief secretaries, existing or former members of the national and provincial assemblies and others, he added.

The politicians that benefited from the ordinance include Nawaz Yousaf Talpur, Ex-MNA and former minister, Nusrat Bhutto, Ex-MNA and the PPP Secretary General Jehangir Badar, Ex-minister for commerce and Presently Defense Minister Ahmad Mukhtar, Ex-MNA Malik Mushtaq Ahmed Awan, Ex-MNA Rana Nazir Ahmed, Ex-MPA Mian M Rashid, Ex-MPA Tariq Anees, Ex-MPA Mian Tariq Mehmood Dina, Ex-Minister of education Sindh Agha Sirajuddin, Former Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Sherpao and Ex-Provincial minister Ghani-ur-Rehman, he said.

Ex-senator Haji Gulsher, Ex-Provincial Minister Habibullah Khan Kundi, Ex-MNA Mir Baz Muhammad Khan Khethran, Ex-Federal Minister Anwar Saifullah Khan, Ex-Provincial Minister Sardar Mansoor Laghari, Ex-Mayor Sargodha Ch Abdul Hameed, Ex-chairman Zila Council Lahore Ch Shaukat Ali, Ex-MNA Haji Kabir are also included in the list.

Haji Nawaz Khokhar late, Altaf Hussain, Babar Ghouri, Farooq Sattar, Saleem Shahzad, Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad, Ch, Haji Qadeer, Malik Mushtaq Awan, Mian Muhammad Rasheed, Mian Tariq Mehmood, Shoaib Bukhari are also included in the list of Politicians who took benefit from NRO.

Amongst Government servants and others, who had benefited from NRO and got themselves cleared from NAB cases include Ex-Additional Director General FIA and Presently Interior Minister Rehman Malik, Pakistan’s Ambassador in the US Husain Haqqani, Principal Secretary to the President Suleman Farooqi, Ex-Advisor to Prime Minister A R Siddiqi, Pakistan’s High Commissioner to UK Wajid Shams-ul-Hassan, Ex DG Intelligence Bureau Brig Imtiaz, Ex-MD Printing Corporation of Pakistan Pir Mukarram.

The minister said that the number of politicians who benefited from the NRO is very few. Out of total 8041 persons who benefited from the law 7793 belong to Sindh province, he said.

“The spouse of the prime minister was not among the beneficiaries of NRO,” the state minister said. The minister said that three diplomats, including Hussain Haqqani, Wajid Shams-ul-Hasan and AR Siddiqui also benefited from the law.

Sindhu said that total 71 cases including 31 murders and 11 attempts to murder against MQM chief Altaf Hussain were withdrawn under the Ordinance.

Answering to a question, he said, Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani was honorably acquitted by the court.

The cases against politicians were constructed for political victimization, he said, adding that, Cases against PPP leadership were made during the period of Chief Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) Nawaz Sharif for that he has regretted the act.

It was also mentioned in the charter of democracy that most of the cases were constructed to victimize political opponents, he said. Cases made during the period of former President Farooq Leghari were also based on malafide intentions, he said.

Till 28 November, 2009, NRO is protected under constitution and it will lapse after 28 November, he said. Situation will get cleared after November 28. We will accept the verdict of Supreme Court on the issue, he said.

If any beneficiary of NRO found guilty will be dealt in accordance with the law, State Minister for Sindh said this while answering to a question. “We will accept the verdict of Supreme Court with open heart. We will accept the court decision even against President. We must live in the Present,” Sindhu added.

“The article 48 of the Constitution provides amenity to the President. President is symbol of federation. We must honor the office of President,” he said.

Beneficiaries of NRO may be politicians, may be bureaucrats will be dealt according to law, he said.

“We had pressure of NRO even before elections. It was misinterpreted and people were misguided on the subject during election campaign. We contested election under NRO. I do not have any moral pressure. Pressure should be on those who constructed baseless cases,” he said.

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Dealing With Food Addiction

2009-09-21T23:05:00.000-07:00

Modern society�s image of the beautiful woman is someone who fits a certain size, usually size 6 or smaller, someone with a certain kind of bone structure, someone with a certain kind of face. This image is glorified in many, many fashion magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Elle and Vogue. This image is, unfortunately, not true for the average woman, who has to struggle with size 8 or bigger, who does not have the same delicate bone structure, who does not have the particular kind of face that one would see on a model. Not all of us are born to fit such an image of what is considered the beautiful woman. In fact, very, very few fit that given image at all. And yet, there are so many women out there who try desperately to fit that image, who will try all means available to them and that which they can afford just to be able to fit that image. Sadly, despite whatever measure we might take, some of us are just that: fat. If we are not genetically predisposed to being overweight, there are other reasons why we are carrying around extra flesh on our bodies. It could be because we are addicted to food. And while this is not a general or a blanket statement on why women are fat, it could be because we basically have issues with ourselves that we cannot face, and we hide behind the comfort that food brings us whenever we had to deal with something that we find truly stressful. Examine yourself. Are you fat because your genes have dictated that your body should be formed that way? Are you fat because you are lazy? Or are you fat because you cannot stop eating? That character from the Austin Powers series of movies, the one they have named Fat Bastard, captured it so poignantly with this line: �I eat because I am unhappy, and I am unhappy because I eat.� Is it that case for you too? If you are one of us, one of those women who are afflicted with food addiction, the first step towards recovery always involves recognition. Recognize and admit to yourself that you have an issue that you need to deal with and that you are using food to cover up for the fear, the anxiety and the sadness that you feel whenever you are forced to face something you do not want to handle. Once you have gotten a handle of the situation, the next step would be to determine what gives you so much stress and anxiety, enough to turn to the comfort of food. More often than not, it has something to do with self-image. If it is indeed the case, that your food addiction has something to do with self-image, then the next step would be to embrace what you are and accept that you cannot be what you are not. Most importantly, do not take this journey of ridding yourself with food addiction alone. It is so very easy to fall back into the old pattern of bingeing after being upset with something if you are dealing with it alone. Seek help with a counselor or a support group. There are others like us, like you; you need not go through this all alone.

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Bedroom Decoration

2009-09-13T00:34:00.000-07:00

What makes one room so different and special from another? The atmosphere and ambiance created can really set a room apart from the rest. Whether it is the color scheme or the manner in which the available space has been utilized, decorating a room with care can go a long way towards creating a special and pleasing area. This article takes you through the essentials of room decoration with special emphasis on bedroom decoration.

Bedroom Decoration

The bedroom is a place where people relax and unwind and can be described as ‘their own personal space’. It is necessary that bedrooms be airy and not claustrophobic with too many items in an enclosed area. Choice of colors in the bedroom depends on the persons living in them. Mature colors include shades of brown, gray and green. People with an effervescent zest for life could choose from orange, red and yellow. Those young at heart could choose from pink, sky blue and shades of white. Furniture in the bedroom is also largely dependent on the people occupying it. Adults would prefer, for example, more exquisitely carved furniture made of teak or maple wood. This could translate into intricately designed beds, bedside tables, dressing tables, cupboards, closets and so on. Above all the furniture should be well spaced, not appearing too crowded.

It is important that beds with their design and cushioning be comfortable. When selecting a bed, it is advisable not to compromise comfort for quality. A very sophisticated bed with poor quality bedding can lead to backaches and insomnia. You need to choose a bed design that offers comfort, quality and elegance. The bedding, while ensuring comfort to the spine should not be too soft or with bad quality padding. Accessories with a bed could include a side table. This would come in handy if reading or paper work is required to be done in the bedroom. A bedside table ensures space for storing important documents or for a telephone.

A dressing table could be elaborate or simple depending on the people residing in the bedroom. Women fond of using makeup and other beauty accessories would prefer a dressing table with more storage facilities. There are endless possibilities here - bedside tables being attached to cupboards and with more than one mirror, to name a few.

Cupboards in the bedroom are generally used to store clothes and other related items. They should be well spaced and made of wood or other materials not prone to termites or obsolescence. These cupboards come equipped with drawers to store accessories and other items.

Lighting in the bedroom is another important aspect. Is it important for the person to have the lighting centrally located or near the bedside for reading purposes, or perhaps a combination of both?
Bedrooms for children could ideally consist of a bunk bed and a study table. It is particularly important that children's bedrooms have adequate space for them to run about and play indoor games. Televisions or telephones in bedrooms are a personal preference. Paintings, photos or other memorabilia can be cleverly used to add to the overall personality of your bedroom.

Bedroom basics

Bed : The size of the bed depends on the size of the room. A standard single size bed is about 1.05 meters in width and 1.95 meters in length. Old-fashioned beds are comparatively higher than modern day ones. Queen sized bed is the smallest double bed that is about 1.50 meters wide whereas king sized double beds are almost square shaped.

Mattress :Kapok filling mattresses are ideal for persons who prefer to sleep on hard mattresses. But a mattress of this kind tends to get lumpy soon and some people tend to develop allergies to dust and mites in kapok. Coconut fiber or coir is another option that can be considered. Sponge mattresses are soft and comfortable. Rubber or foam rubber mattresses can make you sweat in hot summers. Spring mattresses filed with either sponge, polyester and kapok filled with latex can provide you many years of comfort when used with good quality springs.

Lighting : Ideally, lighting in a bedroom should be gentle and relaxing and gentle on the eyes. Valence lighting is ideal for lighting up bedrooms, as the reflected light from the light source does not cast a harsh glow. Installing light bulbs in specific spots so as to let the light reflect off the wall is one way to achieve a gentle glow. Color too plays an important role here. A red light can make you feel hot and violent. Soft subdued lighting under the control of remote control can induce a romantic atmosphere here. Personal lighting with focused beams of shafts of light can allow one partner to indulge in some reading whilst the other may sleep undisturbed away from the pool of light.

The noise levels in the bedroom must be the least when compared to the rest of the house. Annoyingly loud decibel levels can keep you awake for hours. Ensure that the bedroom is well ventilated and sweet smelling. Have a few plants or dried flower arrangement if you are keen on them. Damp and stale-smelling bedrooms are not conducive to restful sleep.

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2009-09-08T01:46:00.000-07:00

To prepare a smooth canvas for your makeup, always start off with clean, moisturizedskin. You’ll find that yourmakeupglides on and blends more easily.

1. Keep your skin free of buildup by using a gentle cleanser in the morning and at night. When cleansing your face, do so gently in upward motion stokes - do not tug, pull or scrub too hard to prevent irritation.

2. Freshen up your skin with a toner containing ingredients that suit your skin type.

3. Indulge your skin and keep it hydrated with a moisturizer that is compatable with your skin type. Make sure your daytime moisturizer contains SPF to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays.

4. Treat yourself to an at-home-facial 2 to 3 times a week. Use a mild cleanser, then exfoliate with a gentle scrub that contains exfoliants that are round and non-abrasive.

5. Apply a facial mask after exfoliating. Rinse off thoroughly and get a good night’s sleep!

Tip: Even when you’re steering clear of the sun, or it appears to be a cloudy day, always be sure yourmakeup foundation or moisturizer contains SPF 15 or higher.

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Eating well - Healthy life

2009-09-08T01:43:00.000-07:00

Cooking smart - For healthy life it is is important to have a wholesome diet. A wholesome diet consists of grain products, vegetables, fruits, milk products, meats and many more things. Good food is the best medicine to fight against any disease.

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Food as Medicine - It act as supplement, energy boosters, that helps to keep you lively and energetic for the whole day. Right food at right time, detoxifies the body without affecting the whole metabolism.

Various activities require different amount of calories and depending on the nature of work one should have food.

Time of consuming food : A person should take meal only when he feels hungry. Lunch should be taken early between 12 and 1P.M. this coincides with the peak Pitta period, Pitta is responsible for the digestion. Ayurveda recommends that the lunch should be the largest meal of the day. The supper should be lesser and lighter than lunch

Quantity of food : Generally half of the capacity of stomach should be filled with solids, ¼ th with liquids and rest kept empty for the free movements of body humors.

Sequence of consuming food :Madhur (sweet) rasa food like fruits are advisable to take in the bigining of meal, food with Amla and Lavana (sour and salty) rasa in the middle and Katu,Tikta,Kashay (bitter ,astringent and pungent) foods should be taken at the end of meal

Eating Well When You’re Expecting provides mums-to-be with a realistic approach to navigating healthily and deliciously through the nine months of pregnancy - at home, in the office, at Christmas, in restaurants.

Thorough chapters are devoted to nutrition, weight gain, food safety, the postpartum diet, and how to eat when trying to conceive again.

And the book comes with 150 contemporary, tasty, and healthy recipes that feed mum and baby well, take little time to prepare, and are gentle on queasy tummies.

At the heart of the book are hundreds of pressing questions every mother-to-be has: Is it true I shouldn’t eat any food cooked with alcohol? Will the caffeine in coffee cross into my baby’s bloodstream?

I’m entering my second trimester, and I’m losing weight, not gaining - help! Is all sushi off limits? How do I get enough calcium if I’m lactose intolerant? I keep dreaming about a hot fudge sundae - can I indulge? The answer is yes!

What’s Inside

Cooking Smart Food as Medicine Nutritional Information

Special Diets Meat & Fish Soy

Vitamins & supplements:

Food as Medicine - Ideally, it is suggested to have the rich fibre diet with proportionate amount of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, sodium, calcium, sugar, salt, vitamins and minerals. Here is our simple guide to balanced food that can be cooked instantly. These are some of the simple and natural ways that would help in detoxifying your body and rejuvenate the lost energy. Various health supplements and nutritional information is available here.

Skin Beauty Tips For Girls

2009-09-03T03:43:00.000-07:00

Did you know that your diet contributes greatly to the clarity and condition of your skin? It�s true. Pay attention next time you eat an entire candy bar by yourself, or take notice of your skin�s tone and textureif you opt for a better diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, salads, healthier foods, and lots of water. Natural skin care at its best…

Nutritional consultant and author Elaine Wilkes, N.C., M.A. offers a delicious tip to getting radiant, glowing skin. In her book

Food Choices Made Easy! Finally A Summary of What All The Health Experts Say!

, Wilkes provides helpful tips compiled from hundreds of health advisors on how to get skin that looks and feels healthy and young. Tips she delves into include advice on weight loss, great foods to eat and those to avoid, and money saving tips, to name a few.

So what is the secret to smooth, healthy, youthful skin?

Wilkes points to a fabulous beverage recipe as the answer.

�Believe me, I have tried everything,� Elaine Wilkes says. �But, doing this tip, I have had strangers come up to me and ask me why my skin looked so healthy. Say goodbye to weary skin with juicing.�

Elaine Wilkes is also a Certified Practitioner of Metabolic Typing, which means she matches people�s nutrition to their metabolism, taking into account their genetics, personality, blood type, etc. She recommends creating a juicy cocktail for a vivacious skin tone and healthier complexion, and to help anyone achieve glowing skin.

�Combine fresh green vegetable juices such as cucumber, celery, kale, parsley, spinach, and a little bit of apple for a delicious taste, into a juicer,� she instructs.

Wilkes also suggests also adding lemon and ginger for a yummy zing.

�Soon, you will notice a glow to your new, plumped-up, radiant skin,� she details. �For more added benefits, drink half your weight in ounces of water each day. Beautiful skin is about what is going on inside your body. Nourish your inside with these tasty, healthy juices and your skin cannot help but look terrific. Oh, and you’ll feel great, too.�

For healthy skin that looks and feels great, make a conscious effort to improve your diet. Also take the time to practice a regular cleansing routine, and engage in a realistic exercise program. These commitments to yourself will give your body and skin the boost they�ve needed to get on and stay on the right track.

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Lip Augmentation

2009-09-03T03:32:00.000-07:00

As we age, our lips lose collagen and fat just like the rest of our skin, and environmental factors such as sun exposure, repeated sipping, pursing and smoking make matters worse. A smoother set of lips is within your reach and a plump pout isn’t far behind thanks to doctor-performed procedures.

Lip Augmentation Surgery

As some women age, they may find their top lip grows longer and thinner than the bottom, resulting in a bothersome and unattractive overhang. These patients can benefit from a nostril sill excision procedure, which actually raises the thin top lip by removing skin under the nose and exposing more of the lip’s pink vermillion. Expect swelling and about 10 days of downtime. Though there’s a risk of scarring, results are excellent for appropriate patients. Injectables

Injectables are a great way to achieve more lush-looking lips. Hyaluronic acid fillers like Hylaform and Restylane boost youthful volume with the main side effect being swelling. Injecting fat taken from the patient’s own abdomen or hips not only enhances the lips, but corrects asymmetry as well without the risk of an allergic reaction.

Doctors have come to rely on the collagen-based injectable CosmoDerm for restoring the lip border on patients who have lost definition due to age and environmental factors. CosmoDerm’s biggest upside is the fact that no skin test is required before use, so you can go into the doctor’s office and come out with younger-looking lips in just one visit.

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How To Get Smokey Eyes

2009-08-22T03:46:00.000-07:00

Smokey eyeshave been a big style for quite awhile and there’s no sign this particular trend is dying. Here we show you step-by-step instructions on how to get the perfect smokey eye.

The key to the perfect smokey eye is proper blending. You want to make sure colors are blended together flawlessly. Also, it’s important to pair light base colors with rich dark colors. Nice mixes include: Soft gold base with deep purple on top, champagne base with bright blue and peach base with green hue.

Difficulty: Easy

Time Required: 5 minutes

Here’s How:

Prep the lid. The key to keeping eyeshadow from melting into your eyelid crease as the day goes on is to kept eyelids oil-free. To do this start with an eyeshadow base (also called “primer”). I prefer to dab at bit of MAC’s ‘paint’ on lids before shadow application. Or try Fresh Freshface Perfecting Eye Primer.
Apply eyeliner. If you’re going for a typical black, brown or gray smoky eye, apply liner in one of those colors above the upper lash line, drawing line thicker in the middle of eye. If your opting for a jewel-toned eye (violet makes a gorgeous smokey eye), line eyes with a purple, blue or deep green liner.
Blend in color on bottom lashes For color on the bottom (a key smokey eye look) you’ll want a lighter eyeliner. The key is to “smudge it.” You can also apply a bit of shadow to get full smudge effect.
Apply light base color Again, the key to a smokey eye is pairing a lighter base with the darker hue. I prefer a nice cream shade for my base. Sweep a light, shimmery shadow over the lids to your browbone. I love Stila’s whipped eye shadows $20. The moist “mousse” consistency seems to stay on forever. My favorite colors are taupe and pearl.
Blend in darker color, but keep dark color below the crease. Now that you have the base and eyeliner on, it’s time to get the smoky effect. You need a darker eyeshadow shade. Using an eyeshadow brush blend in color starting at your lash line, blending up. Make sure to blend color into the lash line so the eye liner disappears. Stop deep color at crease.
Doublecheck your work Make sure eyes match and blend color with a Q-tip if need be.
Finish with several coats of volumizing mascara. Tried and true mascaras (featured in “Elle” magazine) include DiorShow Mascara & L’Oreal Paris Volume Shocking Mascara. Elle’s writer says they are the best volumizers she’s tried.

Tips:

Remember to keep lips nude. When applying strong makeup (like smokey eyes or red lips) put the focus on either eyes or lips, never both. (Think Angelina Jolie: She either plays up her huge eyes or her huge lips, never both. If she did, she’d look like a clown).
For a bit of fun, try a blue or purple mascara. It will make blue eyes “pop.”
Liner doesn’t have to come in pencil form. Makeup experts know eyeshadows make some of the best eyeliners. To do this take an eyeliner brush (available at Sephora, MAC or any dept store), wet it, then dab wet brush into the dark shadow. This allows for a deep, precise line. You can also use the dark shadows without wetting brush first. Either way, eyeliner is necessary for smoky eye.
This season go jewel-toned (blue is great for you blue-eyed girls) and keep your eyes smoky but stay away from dark browns and black. Instead, go for a deep purple, a gold-brown or any of the many vibrant colors in this year.

What You Need:

Eye primer (you don’t need it, but it’s great for keeping shadow in place)
2 Shadows: One light, one darker
Eyeliner
Makeup brushes
Mascara

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2009-08-22T03:37:00.000-07:00

Face mask for dry skin

1. Take 1 tbsp olive oil and mix with 2 tbsp of fresh cream, leave it on the face for 10 minutes and then wash your face with warm water.

2. Mix 1 tbsp of honey with 15 drops of orange juice and 1 tbsp of fuller’s earth and add 1 tbsp of rose water. Mix well and apply on the face, wash off after 10 miuntes.

Face mask for oily skin

1. Mix a tbsp of honey with 1 egg white and apply thickly on the face and neck. Leave for 10 minutes and wash off.

2. Mix 2 tbsp of papaya pulp with 10 drops of lemon juice and leave it for 20 minutes and then rinse well.

3. Take fresh juice of any of the fruits (orange, sweet lime, watermelon or papaya) and apply on the face as a mask. This is very relaxing, it cleanses the skin, closes pores and stimulates blood circulation.

Carrot Facial Mask

Ingredients Needed:
2-3 large carrots
4 1/2 tablespoons honey

Directions:
Cook carrots, then mash. Mix with honey. Apply gently to the skin, wait 10 minutes. Rinse off with cool water.

Glowing Facial Mask

You will love your radiant skin after using this recipe…

All you need is:
1 tbsp fuller’s earth
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp mashed papaya

Mix and put on face for 20 minutes then rinse off.

Honey Facial Mask

Perhaps the best facial mask is honey.

Place a cloth in warm water and apply to your face to open the pores. Smear on honey, and leave on for 15 to 30 minutes.
Rinse off with warm water, then use cold water to close the pores.
Use once a week.

Orange Yogurt Mask

Ingredients Needed:
* 1 tsp plain yogurt (I chose Balkan Style)
* the juice of 1/4 of an orange

Stir to mix and then dip fingers into mixture and smooth onto face. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the perfect mask for you.

* Yogurt will cleanse and nourish your skin
* The orange is full of Vitamin C and AHA’s

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Suri Cruise is Hollywood's Hottest Tot

2009-08-22T03:17:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Suri Cruise! You are now 2 years old!

Name: Suri Cruise

Birthday: April 18th, 2006

Famous for: Being the first child of actors Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise. The couple began dating in April 2005, were engaged by June and then welcomed Suri the following April. They were married in November of 2006.

Name meaning: The couple say that they found Suri’s name in a baby book and both instantly loved it! Suri is Persian for ‘red rose’ or Hebrew for ‘princess’.

Click below for more info and lots of photos!

Birth story:

It is rumored that Suri arrived in silence. Scientology calls for as much quiet as possible during the birth. She was born at 3 am at St. Johns Hospital in Santa Monica, CA and weighed in at 7 lbs 7 oz. and 20 inches long. Katie had a natural birth.

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Meet Your Foot's Best Friend

2009-07-28T03:44:00.000-07:00

When a person selects leather shoes and leather boots, they have a wide variety to choose from. Leather shoes and leather boots are made for both women and men. When selecting leather shoes and leather boots, you will find that these products are normally costly, but when it comes to these types of products, many people do not complain about the higher price that they pay for them. Having a pair or leather shoes or leather boots can really add to the wardrobe of the person. In addition to this, leather shoes and leather boots are known for their quality and durability.

When you purchase leather shoes and leather boots, you can choose from a wide variety , from the design, colours or type. You can select from sued leather, full grain, as well as corrected grain. When you select leather shoes and leather boots that are made from full grain, you are selecting high quality leather that is made from an assortment of materials. The various types of leather can be purchased like tanned leather, leather that is boiled, leather that is painted, and more.

There are many types of shoes and boots that are made from sued leather. You can also select faux leather shoes and leather boots. This is a safe and reasonable substitute to standard leather. Faux leather shoes and leather boots are known for their durability and quality. Once you own a pair of leather shoes your job does not end there. These shoes require proper care too.

Caring for leather shoes requires a little work, and knowing how to take care of them properly can make them last for years.

Oil and polish your leather shoes regularly. Leather can crack if it becomes too dry. Use a quality saddle soap or beeswax to oil the shoes and then apply a polish to clean them and make them shine.

Incase if you shoes get wet, stuff tissue paper or an absorbent cloth inside the wet shoes and allow them a few days to dry. But keep them away from heat. Putting them near heat to dry them causes the leather to dry too much, and it may crack due to this.

So follow these tips ensure your shoes lasts longer.

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11 Powerful Ways to Expand Your Life This Year

2009-07-17T23:31:00.000-07:00

1. Define your future. Describe the life you'd like to live. The future you see defines the person you'll need to be. Identify the traits and qualities you'd like to acquire. Think bigger than yourself. An acorn that only thinks as an acorn will never become a mighty oak. Stretch yourself. You are undoubtedly capable of more than you ever dreamed is possible for you.

2. Become the person who would achieve your goals. As you develop the skills, knowledge, relationships and demeanor of the 'future you,' your goals will be the natural byproduct of your growth. Spend an extra hour each day in the study of your chosen field.

3. Give more than you must. Nothing advances until somebody does more than they are paid to do. Always deliver more value than others expect. Don't require others to acknowledge your generosity. Give with 'class.'

4. Make time for what you love. If you don't live fully, you deny the world your potential contributions. Your 'play' sometimes contributes as much as your 'work.' What you love reveals the value you bring to the world.

5. Refine your Inner Circle. We define ourselves through our key relationships. Explore the mix and depth of those with whom you spend most of your time. Release those who limit you and connect with those who can help you live more fully.

6. Resolve your unfinished business. Either deal with it or discard it. Say your apologies, face your fears, pay your debts, express your gratitude and get on with living. Don't let yesterday drain value from today and tomorrow. Break out of the limited world of your past and start to grow.

7. Rethink existing habits and routines. Describe your typical day and then reconsider every aspect of it. Change or expand the places you go, people you see, things you do, and the time you devote to each. Try new things. Learn a new language, go someplace different, do some things you'd typically pass by. Find out what your possibilities really are.

8. Lighten up. Stop stressing over things that only matter to you emotionally. When life isn't fair to you, get over it quickly. Take your misfortunes as 'course corrections' rather than 'catastrophes.' Let go so you can grow.

9. Tighten up. Sloppiness in life allows more variables to creep in and spoil your plans. Stay on target, increase your self-discipline, master the art of self-motivation. Sometimes details matter a lot.

10. Profile yourself. Keep a journal of your goals, concerns, fears, and dreams. Review it at least once a year. Look for patterns that reveal your core values, natural velocity, natural intelligences and recurring situations. Realize how life ebbs and flows for you. Notice the natural cycles of life. Know yourself.

11. Invest in yourself. Set aside a portion of each year's income to acquire new tools and teachers to increase your potential. Refine your systems, get expert coaching, attend special conferences, cultivate a study group, appoint a board of advisors. You are your only true asset. Send part of today ahead to the person you'll be in the future.

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Overcoming Clutter In Your Personal Environment

2009-07-17T23:04:00.000-07:00

Long after the zenith of Greek society, the world continued to admire Greek contributions to literature, the arts, philosophy, and science. To emulate the Greeks was considered to be in good taste. To this day, the Golden age of Greece is revered as one of the most splendid eras in human history.

As with much of history, a great deal is lost or altered over the ages. In the Greek city-state of Sparta, for example, during its heyday in the 5th century B.C., the typical Greek citizen was served by 20 slaves. They rendered their masters all kinds of breathing space which allowed their masters time to devote to whatever they wanted.

Mercifully, no one today has dominion over others. If you are a head of state, an executive, or the parent of three cooperative teenagers, you certainly can delegate much of what you face in order to gain more breathing space for yourself.

If you're like most people, more often than not you have to rely on yourself to get things done -- and that's fine, because you can handle it.

You don't have to allow junk mail and too much information to jam your intake valves. The lack of clear priorities and goals, or negative choices need not impede you. You are in control of what enters your environment.

The Danger of Accommodation

In the world to come, it's conceivable that all people of all nations will live in free and democratic societies. Thereafter, a valid measure of freedom will be the freedom to address the problems confronting our planet and development as a species. We can't get to this higher agenda if great masses of our population continue daily to rake through the morass of the over-information era.

Professor John Kenneth Galbraith studied poverty stricken societies on four different continents over several years. In his book, The Nature of Mass Poverty, he concluded that the reason why some societies remain poor century after century is that they accommodate poverty. As difficult as it is for people to live in abject poverty, Galbraith found that they are not willing to accept the difficulty of making a better life for themselves.

Our society appears poised to accommodate clutter on all levels, as if this is the way it's always been and the way it must be. Individually and in unison, our ticket to more breathing space is to refuse to accommodate the overglut.

The Larger Environment

Individually and collectively, the primary issue before us is attaining a clutter-free society. The larger issues of environmental clutter and the long-term vitality of the earth are directly related. After all, if we can’t manage our desks, or the spaces in our homes, how can we pretend to be any more competent in managing the larger environment?

I don't want to be part of a decaying society of individuals who can't manage their own spaces or the spaces that belong to everyone. I don't want to live in a society or a world of time-pressed people who have nothing left to give future generations. My guess is that you don't either.

I choose to live in a society made up of people leading balanced lives with rewarding careers, happy home lives, and enough space to enjoy themselves.

For years to come, the pace of life for much of the world will speed up even more. The future will belong to those nations populated by individuals who steadfastly choose to maintain control of their lives, effectively draw upon their resourcefulness and imagination, and teach others around them to do the same.

Individually and collectively, we need to preserve and expand upon our sense of breathing space, so that we have the energy, creativity, and resolve to meet the challenges that we face, and the greater ones forthcoming. In the words of Edwin Hale:

"I am only one, but I am one.

I cannot do everything, but I can do something.

Just because I cannot do everything,

I will not refuse to do that which I can do."

We need to attain breathing space for ourselves and then to teach others. For the good of all, we need to share new perspectives freely. We owe it to ourselves and to those who come after us.

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Make Healthy Eating and Exercise Part of Your Daily Routine

2009-07-16T03:04:00.000-07:00

Carbohydrates are good. Carbohydrates are bad. You should eat more protein. You should eat less protein. The less fat you have in your diet, the better. Your body needs a certain amount of fat to function properly. You need to exercise for 30 minutes a day; now the experts recommend 60 minutes.

What will it be next? It seems like the guidelines for a healthy diet and lifestyle change daily. It can be hard to keep up with the latest theories and even harder to know who to believe in light of conflicting advice.

One nutrition fact you can always be sure of is that fruits and vegetables are a tasty and healthy part of any diet. They are a great way to reduce your risk of cancer, high cholesterol, heart disease, stroke and other illnesses.

A Web site created by the Produce Marketing Association and the Produce for Better Health Foundation can help you learn more about fresh fruits and vegetables -- from selecting them at the store to storing them at home. Located at www.aboutproduce.com, the site also provides you with free healthy recipes and ideas for fitting produce and exercise into your daily routine, such as:

* Add a serving of fruit with breakfast to start your day off in a healthy way.

* Park your car further away from the grocery store or the mall and walk. Get off the bus a few stops early and walk the rest of the way to work.

* Choose 100% fruit and vegetable juice for a refreshing break after your next workout. Eating 5 A Day helps replenish vitamins and nutrients the body uses throughout the day.

* Take the stairs at the office -- instead of the elevator or escalator.

* Put some produce into your lunch with either a salad, some fruit, or 100% juice.

* All exercise counts, even if you don't do it all at once. Break up your workout and make it easier to fit exercise into your schedule by taking three shorter walks each day instead of one long one.

* During the day, select fruits and vegetables for snacks full of vitamins, nutrients, and good taste.

Consider that a recently released study by the Institute of Medicine established new ranges for daily intake of fat, carbohydrates, protein, and daily exercise limits. It also made the important distinction between natural sugars (found in fruit) and added sugars (incorporated into foods during production). The next time you're hungry after a workout, reach for an apple or banana instead of a candy bar.

Fruits and vegetables provide a tasty, low-fat, low-sodium snack and are high in vitamins, nutrients, minerals, and fiber. They're also quick and easy to prepare and eat on the road or at home.

So the next time you're in a quandary about healthy food choices, just remember: You can't go wrong with fruits and vegetables.

Top 5 lifestyle changes to reduce cholesterol

2009-07-16T02:22:00.000-07:00

You might not need medications to reduce cholesterol. Discover five lifestyle changes to help.

High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and heart attacks. You can reduce cholesterol with medications, but if you'd rather make lifestyle changes to reduce cholesterol, you can try these five healthy lifestyle changes. If you're already taking medications, these changes can also improve their cholesterol-lowering effect.

1. Lose excess pounds
Carrying some extra pounds — even just a few — contributes to high cholesterol. So losing as little as 5 to 10 pounds (2.3 to 4.6 kilograms) can help reduce cholesterol levels.
Start by taking an honest look at your eating habits and daily routine. Consider your challenges to weight loss — and ways to overcome them.
If you eat when you're bored or frustrated, take a walk instead. If you pick up fast food for lunch every day, pack something healthier from home. If you're sitting in front of the television, try munching on carrot sticks instead of potato chips as you watch. And, look for ways to incorporate more activity into your daily routine, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator. Remember that adding physical activity, even in 10-minute intervals several times a day, can help you begin to lose weight. Just be sure that you can keep up the changes you decide to make. Take stock of what you currently eat and your physical activity level, and slowly work changes in.
2. Eat heart-healthy foods
Even if you have years of unhealthy eating under your belt, making a few changes in your diet can reduce cholesterol and improve your heart health.
Choose healthier fats. Saturated fats, found in red meat and dairy products, raise your total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, the "bad" cholesterol. As a general rule, you should get no more than 10 percent of your daily calories from saturated fat. Instead, choose leaner cuts of meat, low-fat dairy and monounsaturated fats — found in olive, peanut and canola oils — for a healthier option.
Eliminate trans fats. Trans fat can be found in fried foods and many commercial baked products, such as cookies, crackers and snack cakes. But don't rely on packages that are labeled "trans fat-free." In the United States, if a food contains less than 0.5 grams of trans fat per serving, it can be labeled "trans fat-free." Even though those amounts seem small, it can add up quickly if you eat a lot of foods that have a small amount of trans fat in them. Instead, read the ingredients list. You can tell if a food has trans fat in it if it contains partially hydrogenated oil.
Limit your cholesterol intake. Aim for no more than 300 milligrams (mg) of cholesterol a day — less than 200 mg if you have heart disease. The most concentrated sources of cholesterol include organ meats, egg yolks and whole milk products. Use lean cuts of meat, egg substitutes and skim milk instead.
Select whole grains. Various nutrients found in whole grains promote heart health. Choose whole-grain breads, whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat flour and brown rice.
Stock up on fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in dietary fiber, which can help lower cholesterol. Snack on seasonal fruits. Experiment with veggie-based casseroles, soups and stir-fries. If you prefer dried fruits to fresh, limit yourself to no more than a handful (about an ounce or two). Dried fruit tends to have more calories than does fresh fruit.
Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids can help lower your LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Some types of fish — such as salmon, mackerel and herring — are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Other good sources of omega-3 fatty acids include walnuts, almonds and ground flaxseeds.
3. Get some daily exercise
Whether you're overweight or not, exercise can reduce cholesterol. Better yet, moderate physical activity can help raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol. With your doctor's OK, work up to 30 to 60 minutes of exercise a day. Take a brisk daily walk during your lunch hour. Ride your bike to work. Swim laps. Play a favorite sport. To maintain your motivation, find an exercise buddy or join an exercise group. And remember, any activity is helpful. Even taking the stairs instead of the elevator or doing a few sit-ups while watching television can make a difference.
4. Quit smoking
If you smoke, stop. Quitting can improve your HDL cholesterol level. And the benefits don't end there. Just 20 minutes after quitting, your blood pressure decreases. Within 24 hours, your risk of a heart attack decreases. Within one year, your risk of heart disease is half that of a smoker. Within 15 years, your risk of heart disease is similar to someone who never smoked.
5. Drink alcohol only in moderation
Moderate use of alcohol has been linked with higher levels of HDL cholesterol — but the benefits aren't strong enough to recommend alcohol for anyone who doesn't already drink. If you choose to drink, do so in moderation. This means no more than one drink a day for women, and one to two drinks a day for men. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to serious health problems, including high blood pressure, heart failure and stroke.
If lifestyle changes aren't enough ...
Sometimes healthy lifestyle changes aren't enough to lower cholesterol levels. Make sure the changes you choose to make are ones that you can continue, and don't be disappointed if you don't see results immediately. If your doctor recommends medication to help lower your cholesterol, take it as prescribed. But remember the significance of the healthy lifestyle choices you've made.

What is lifestyle?

2009-07-13T03:46:00.000-07:00

15 Definitions of Lifestyle:

life style: a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes
Lifestyle was originally coined by Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler in 1929. The current broader sense of the word dates from 1961.
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Lifestyle was a British daytime television channel dedicated to women and family, and was broadcast on cable and on the transponder 5 of the Astra ...
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a lifestyle whose structure prevents growth of the personality.
A person's pattern of living as expressed in his or her activities, interests, and opinions.
A way of life chosen by a person or a group.
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An individual’s typical way of life, including diet, kinds of recreation, job, home environment, location, temperament, and smoking, drinking ...
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A relatively new term to the industry that describes an "individual expression of life"; tends to be casual in nature and simple in design.
A recommended way of life in respect of diet, fitness etc. for athletes in particular.
Classification technique based on individual behavioural preferences, such as leisure activities or recreational habits
Set of values according to which, a person lives his or her life. Includes the beliefs that person could have.

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