What makes you feel beautiful?
True beauty: it's what's on the inside that counts.
Hair, make up, nails and clothing are all just extra things that can fade away. Dressing up and doing things that make you feel good is a great way to reward yourself, but ultimately its your heart that makes you beautiful.
Too often we are caught up by what the media defines as beauty. Most of these images are airbrushed and very altered by the time we see them, that's not to say that some celebrates aren't truly beautiful but I am saying don't compare yourself to anyone else.
You were created Unique and Beautiful. Love yourself and let the light on the inside of you shine!
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Stress Free
Stress can be a horrible disease that effects the body in many ways. There are 2 types of stress normal stress and bad or harmful stress.
Normal stress are things that we can learn and grow from.
Bad stress may occur from different situations but it effects the body in a damaging way some symptoms are migraines, head aches, loss of sleep, weight loss and weight gain, body pains and even high blood pressure just to name a few.
Stress has to be dealt with. Prolonged bad stress can cause major health problems like stroke and heart attack.
If you notice negative stress in your life address it instantly. We can overcome stress by evaluating our situation, speaking with a trusted friend or family member, and speak with your primary care doctor.
Normal stress are things that we can learn and grow from.
Bad stress may occur from different situations but it effects the body in a damaging way some symptoms are migraines, head aches, loss of sleep, weight loss and weight gain, body pains and even high blood pressure just to name a few.
Stress has to be dealt with. Prolonged bad stress can cause major health problems like stroke and heart attack.
If you notice negative stress in your life address it instantly. We can overcome stress by evaluating our situation, speaking with a trusted friend or family member, and speak with your primary care doctor.
Monday, July 21, 2014
Guest Blogger Alaina Ellison : Great minds think alike
We girls tend to pay a lot of attention on looking beautiful. But how about paying a little more attention to how we feel? This is something we usually forget, and it’s actually more important than how we look.Feeling beautiful comes so easy for some of us, while others tend to struggle with this issue. The important thing is to remember that sometimes you need to put yourself in front of everything and everyone else. Want to feel more beautiful? Try these following steps.1-take time out for you. Pamper yourself,spend time with your thoughts, rediscover your likes & dislikes. 2-cut out toxic people from you life. You will never feel beautiful if you constantly have people bringing you down. 3-embrace your flaws,that's what makes you....you. 4-surround yourself with positive goal oriented people. 5- do something nice for someone else. And please ladies always remember that true beauty is being the best possible you inside & out.
Guest Blogger Alaina Ellison : lipstick
| Say no to shine & yes to matte."Matte lips have quickly become a trend. This type of lipstick is extremely versatile. It can easily be made dramatic,retro, or demure. Though the matte trend has been gaining popularity for quite some time now, it's definitely not easy to find the perfect shade. Between choosing a shade that looks great in a matte finish and finding a texture that’s velvety but not dry, the ideal matte lipstick is one of the harder makeup items to find. But don't be discouraged ladies it can be done! Have fun with your lips dare to be bold. Try lots of colors step outside the box. Two of my favorite stores to purchase makeup from are sephora and ulta. There you'll find beauty consultants that will be more than happy to help you find the color of your dreams. So have fun and don't forget say no to shine and yes to matte. |
Swimming
Summer time is the best time to go swimming.
What's better than to be outside on a beautiful sunny day sitting poolside?
How about getting in the pool to cool off and shed some pounds.
Not only is swimming tons of fun, its also healthy!
Swimming is a great exercise it can burn anywhere from 550-650 per hour.
Even if you can not swim general exercise in water will burn more calories than a typically workout session.
Jump in have fun and get fit.
What's better than to be outside on a beautiful sunny day sitting poolside?
How about getting in the pool to cool off and shed some pounds.
Not only is swimming tons of fun, its also healthy!
Swimming is a great exercise it can burn anywhere from 550-650 per hour.
Even if you can not swim general exercise in water will burn more calories than a typically workout session.
Jump in have fun and get fit.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
Natural Detox
Detox is a way of cleaning the body.
Do you need to need to detox? Some symptoms are.
Stomach problems?
Break outs?
Sluggish?
Aches and pains?
Ways to detox
Eat plenty of fiber, excellent detoxifying foods.
Drink at least two quarts of water a day.
Breathe deep and be positive!
Do you need to need to detox? Some symptoms are.
Stomach problems?
Break outs?
Sluggish?
Aches and pains?
Ways to detox
Eat plenty of fiber, excellent detoxifying foods.
Drink at least two quarts of water a day.
Breathe deep and be positive!
Saturday, July 19, 2014
Bold Lips!
The newest lip trends for the summer are bold shades of your favorite colors.
We used to play if safe only wearing tinted lip gloss.
now the rules have changed!
Nudes are in, any shade from natural nude to pink nude for a clean fresh look to compliment a playful eye shadow.
Red's! My absolute favorite! we have taken this classic to a new level from fire engine red, candy apple red cherry bomb red.. any way you do it red is a statement and a showstopper!
Pink's, summer time is great for pinks, baby pink or hot pink, for a fun flirty look.
Purple,Yes you read that right. purple lips are so in right now a leap in to the fashion world.
Get out of your comfort zone and try them all :)
We used to play if safe only wearing tinted lip gloss.
now the rules have changed!
Nudes are in, any shade from natural nude to pink nude for a clean fresh look to compliment a playful eye shadow.
Red's! My absolute favorite! we have taken this classic to a new level from fire engine red, candy apple red cherry bomb red.. any way you do it red is a statement and a showstopper!
Pink's, summer time is great for pinks, baby pink or hot pink, for a fun flirty look.
Purple,Yes you read that right. purple lips are so in right now a leap in to the fashion world.
Get out of your comfort zone and try them all :)
Friday, July 18, 2014
Summer time snacks!!
Snack Smart in the summer !
Just a few happy healthy snacks to keep you full without damaging the waistline.
Rich in water low in calories ! grab and go
Watermelon
Grapefruit
Oranges
Thursday, July 17, 2014
All about the Eyes!!!!
Some say the eyes are the gateway to the soul so lets make them fabulous!!!
A bright wide open eye is beautiful .
Here are just a few beauty tips to help you achieve that look!
1. Mascara ! I Absolutely love, love, love mascara! (my eyes are my favorite feature) with just a little bit of mascara your eyes will POP! Choose a color that is slightly darker than your natural hair color to really create a dramatic look.
2. Arch your eyebrows, arched eyebrows create a clean defined face which allows focus to be placed on your eyes.
3. Eye shadow, choose a color that complements your skin and eye color to really make a statement.
A bright wide open eye is beautiful .
Here are just a few beauty tips to help you achieve that look!
1. Mascara ! I Absolutely love, love, love mascara! (my eyes are my favorite feature) with just a little bit of mascara your eyes will POP! Choose a color that is slightly darker than your natural hair color to really create a dramatic look.
2. Arch your eyebrows, arched eyebrows create a clean defined face which allows focus to be placed on your eyes.
3. Eye shadow, choose a color that complements your skin and eye color to really make a statement.
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Waist training?
Waist training?
The new weight lost trend. Does it work? is it safe?
Waist training is the act of working out and wearing a corset typically all day long. The corset is said to make the body appear more feminine and curvy and it actually helps with your posture.
The questions arising.. does it works... it looks like the answer is yes, but it is a game of patience it will not happen over night. typically 3 months to see results.
How safe is it? The rumors are that the corset can actually damage the internal organs... rumors are true doctors say that the waist training can actually cause deformation of the stomach, liver and lungs and can cause trouble breathing because of lung constriction.
We all want the quick fix, but unfortunately I don think the possible risks are worth it,
Sit ups anyone :-/
The new weight lost trend. Does it work? is it safe?
Waist training is the act of working out and wearing a corset typically all day long. The corset is said to make the body appear more feminine and curvy and it actually helps with your posture.
The questions arising.. does it works... it looks like the answer is yes, but it is a game of patience it will not happen over night. typically 3 months to see results.
How safe is it? The rumors are that the corset can actually damage the internal organs... rumors are true doctors say that the waist training can actually cause deformation of the stomach, liver and lungs and can cause trouble breathing because of lung constriction.
We all want the quick fix, but unfortunately I don think the possible risks are worth it,
Sit ups anyone :-/
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Facial Care
Good facial care should be a key part of your daily reunion. Healthy glowing skin is always so beautiful.
Purchase a good facial cleaner, its best to use cleaners at night to wash off the day.. make up sunscreen, dirty, sweat...
Moisturize, After cleaning your face apply a good moisturizer too help keep your face hydrated.
Apply sunscreen, Sun damage can lead to skin cancers and skin disease. Protection from the sun is very vital for healthy face.
Purchase a good facial cleaner, its best to use cleaners at night to wash off the day.. make up sunscreen, dirty, sweat...
Moisturize, After cleaning your face apply a good moisturizer too help keep your face hydrated.
Apply sunscreen, Sun damage can lead to skin cancers and skin disease. Protection from the sun is very vital for healthy face.
Monday, July 14, 2014
Summer Nails
Summer nails trends.
Ladies the bright finger nails are all the rage this season!,
Rather long or short..square, oval, round, or claw
The brighter the color the better.
This season its all about highlighter colors, coral, reds pinks blues purple white and even rainbow colors.
Get creative and have fun.
Ladies the bright finger nails are all the rage this season!,
Rather long or short..square, oval, round, or claw
The brighter the color the better.
This season its all about highlighter colors, coral, reds pinks blues purple white and even rainbow colors.
Get creative and have fun.
Sunday, July 13, 2014
Vitamin E
The many Benefits of Vitamin E!
Vitamin E is multiply beneficial vitamin for the body.
helps reduce the appearance of stretch marks, can help prevent the appearance of age spots, helps maintain the skin’s oil balance during the cleansing process even prevention of skin cancer!
Friday, July 11, 2014
Summer Essentials
Essentials for summer!
Nice Sunglasses :)
Great shorts
Several sundresses
The perfect wedged sandal
Moisturizing lotion with SPF 15
And anything brightly colored !!
bright eye shadow, nails, jewelry and clothing
Go for it!
Nice Sunglasses :)
Great shorts
Several sundresses
The perfect wedged sandal
Moisturizing lotion with SPF 15
And anything brightly colored !!
bright eye shadow, nails, jewelry and clothing
Go for it!
Thursday, July 10, 2014
How to keep your skin healthy
Healthy Skin.
just a couple steps to keep your skin healthy and looking great.
1. Sunscreen, its summer time the weather is gorgeous! we want to sun bath, swim, take long walks in the park and we can But lets be sure that we are protecting ourselves from the dangerous UV rays. Apply a sunscreen with a SPF of at least 15. * yes even brown skin people :)
2. Moisturize! Keeping your skin hydrated is important for the health and appearance of your skin moist skin even heals better.
Love the skin your in, Protect it!
just a couple steps to keep your skin healthy and looking great.
1. Sunscreen, its summer time the weather is gorgeous! we want to sun bath, swim, take long walks in the park and we can But lets be sure that we are protecting ourselves from the dangerous UV rays. Apply a sunscreen with a SPF of at least 15. * yes even brown skin people :)
2. Moisturize! Keeping your skin hydrated is important for the health and appearance of your skin moist skin even heals better.
Love the skin your in, Protect it!
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Rest
Get your rest!
I am so guilty of not getting enough rest, when deadlines come and life seems to pile up the first thing I eliminate is sleep. Oh well I'll drink lots, and lots of coffee. But honesty sleep should be at the top of our things to do list or at least near the top. As adults we need to have a good 8 hours of sleep. We all say I know my body, I do just fine on 4 hours of sleep or less.. I'm young, I can do this but sleep is so beneficial.
Sleep plays a major role in your well-being. Getting good quality sleep at night can improve your mental and physical health, quality of life, and safety.
When we are sleepy we don't make good decisions, our reaction time is delayed and our thought process is out the window. Next time your in a jam to meet a deadline and threating to forgo rest, remember that sleep will help you refocus ! Now get some Rest :)
I am so guilty of not getting enough rest, when deadlines come and life seems to pile up the first thing I eliminate is sleep. Oh well I'll drink lots, and lots of coffee. But honesty sleep should be at the top of our things to do list or at least near the top. As adults we need to have a good 8 hours of sleep. We all say I know my body, I do just fine on 4 hours of sleep or less.. I'm young, I can do this but sleep is so beneficial.
Sleep plays a major role in your well-being. Getting good quality sleep at night can improve your mental and physical health, quality of life, and safety.
When we are sleepy we don't make good decisions, our reaction time is delayed and our thought process is out the window. Next time your in a jam to meet a deadline and threating to forgo rest, remember that sleep will help you refocus ! Now get some Rest :)
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Your Smile
Typically the first thing people notice is your smile. Its important that we make a great first impression with a bright healthy smile. The heath of your teeth can tell a lot about a person. Many heath problems can be traced back to your dental health. Did you know that bacteria from not brushing your teeth properly can lead to increase risk of heart disease, and stroke.
Ways to keep your teeth healthy:
Brush your teeth at least twice a day
Floss daily
Eat healthy food, avoid foods and drinks with high levels of sugar
Visit your dentist often, get check ups and cleanings every 6 months
Drink plenty of water
Monday, July 7, 2014
Multivitamins
There are great benefits to taking a multivitamin.
Multivitamins can be taken daily to help provide your body with essential vitamins and minerals.
In todays busy society we don't always follow a proper diet the multivitamin can help supplement many of the lost nutrients form a bad diet. Adding a vitamin can provide better overall health because many vitamins and minerals are not found typically in things we consume. There are tons of vitamins to choose from. Daily multivitamins can be catered towards sex, age, and need. for example Vitamin B complex can help increase energy as well as improving the health and appearance of hair, skin, and nails. Many pregnant woman are advised to take vitamins to aid the prevention of birth defects. As always keep with your health care provider before adding anything to your daily regiment. Ask if a multivitamin would be beneficial to you.
Multivitamins can be taken daily to help provide your body with essential vitamins and minerals.
In todays busy society we don't always follow a proper diet the multivitamin can help supplement many of the lost nutrients form a bad diet. Adding a vitamin can provide better overall health because many vitamins and minerals are not found typically in things we consume. There are tons of vitamins to choose from. Daily multivitamins can be catered towards sex, age, and need. for example Vitamin B complex can help increase energy as well as improving the health and appearance of hair, skin, and nails. Many pregnant woman are advised to take vitamins to aid the prevention of birth defects. As always keep with your health care provider before adding anything to your daily regiment. Ask if a multivitamin would be beneficial to you.
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Laugh Often
Live Laugh love!
There are so many major benefits to the simple act of laughing.
We laugh when something is funny, but have you ever thought about what is actually happening to your body as you LOL.
Laughing has similar effect as exercising because it increases the heart rate. There are exercise classes where people just laugh intentionally in addition to aerobics.
Laughing can reduce stress levels. Have you ever been upset with someone and they do something silly and you completely forget what you were mad about? I have plenty of times. The laughter over powers the anger.
Laughing also helps boost your immune system by releasing antibodies that help to fight off infections.
Laugh Often. LOL :)
There are so many major benefits to the simple act of laughing.
We laugh when something is funny, but have you ever thought about what is actually happening to your body as you LOL.
Laughing has similar effect as exercising because it increases the heart rate. There are exercise classes where people just laugh intentionally in addition to aerobics.
Laughing can reduce stress levels. Have you ever been upset with someone and they do something silly and you completely forget what you were mad about? I have plenty of times. The laughter over powers the anger.
Laughing also helps boost your immune system by releasing antibodies that help to fight off infections.
Laugh Often. LOL :)
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Eating Right!
We have to eat healthy in order to be health.
Follow the food pyramid . Eating suggestion per day. 3 ounces of whole grain, 2 1/2 cups of vegetables, 2 cups of fruit, 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk, or milk products, low-fat or lean meats and poultry. Drink Water Water Water.
http://www.foodpyramid.com/mypyramid/
Follow the food pyramid . Eating suggestion per day. 3 ounces of whole grain, 2 1/2 cups of vegetables, 2 cups of fruit, 3 cups per day of fat-free or low-fat milk, or milk products, low-fat or lean meats and poultry. Drink Water Water Water.
http://www.foodpyramid.com/mypyramid/
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Work it out!
Exercise!!
Working our physical bodies is so important!
We all should develop a regular exercise routine and stick to it. There are many forms of exercise. Walking, jogging, running, swimming, lifting weights, dancing, jumping jacks, and many many more.
Regular exercise has great benefits like weight loss or control, building muscle, burning fat and even stress relief! We often say that we just don't have the time to work out but we have to make the time. Schedule a time slot for working out. Start with baby steps 5 minutes at a time, then 10 and work your way up to a full hour most days. 30 minutes of exercise a few days a week can change your life for the better. So Work it Out!
Working our physical bodies is so important!
We all should develop a regular exercise routine and stick to it. There are many forms of exercise. Walking, jogging, running, swimming, lifting weights, dancing, jumping jacks, and many many more.
Regular exercise has great benefits like weight loss or control, building muscle, burning fat and even stress relief! We often say that we just don't have the time to work out but we have to make the time. Schedule a time slot for working out. Start with baby steps 5 minutes at a time, then 10 and work your way up to a full hour most days. 30 minutes of exercise a few days a week can change your life for the better. So Work it Out!
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