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Jan 30, 2012

Makeup suggestions for short-haired women


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Do you have very short hair? If so, you have gone where many women fear to go, and you might be wondering whether you should be switching up your makeup routine, since this hairstyle shows off so much of your face. Short hair can be easier to maintain, giving a girl more time in the morning to perfect her complexion. Recently, BoldSky.com published an article with some makeup tips for short-haired ladies.


First, the news source suggests cleansing your face with a toner before applying makeup, which will help your foundation stay in place. Next, they said that short hair gives you the opportunity to enhance your eyes, so make them pop.


"One simple makeup tip for women with short hair is to use an eye liner or kohl to finish the eye makeup. Apply on the upper and lower eyelid or just in the lower eyelid if you want to keep it simple. Groom and shape your eyebrows for a clean and defined eye makeup. You can use an eyebrow pencil or shadow to set the brows," according to BoldSky.


The HairStyler.com states that you want your complexion to be as clear and glowing as possible if you have short hair, so be sure to blend your foundation well and use an African American skin care product that matches your skin tone.

Jan 27, 2012

Skin care ideas for African American men


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Ladies, if you spend hours getting ready for a big event, then you want make sure that your man looks his best as well. There are plenty of African American skin care products that men can use  that can help him achieve clear skin. Recently, BlackDoctor.com offered some skin and hair care tips for African American men who want to step up their regular routine.


First, the news source reported that 60 to 80 percent of African American men suffer from facial bumps due to shaving. The website suggested keeping the skin moisturized and shaving in the direction that the hair is growing to reduce this problem.


Next, the news provider said that even if you don't wash your hair every day, it still needs to be moisturized.


"Your hair needs to be moisturized daily, whether you shampooed or not, to replenish hydration that is lost through dry conditions or indoor heating. A simple oil can be applied to the roots of your hair to make your hair look softer and help you avoid flakes and dry scalp," according to the news source.


MenScience.com recommends that African American men avoid taking long, hot showers, since they can pull moisture from the skin's surface. They also suggested that if you use a disposable razor, you should change it after about five uses to help avoid bumps and ingrown hairs.

 

Jan 26, 2012

New book explains the importance of diet for healthy skin


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It's important to remember that the things you eat have an impact on the health of your skin. For example, WebMD recommends consuming low-fat dairy products to get a glowing complexion, since these foods contain vitamin A, which is essential to healthy skin.


Recently, the Daily Aztec reported on a new book by dermatologist Jessica Wu called "Feed Your Face: Younger, Smoother Skin and a Beautiful Body in 28 Delicious Days." The book details the importance of having a diet that works for your body and your skin. While Wu recommends healthy foods such as fresh vegetables and brown rice, she also said that you can still have your favorites, like pizza.


"Pizza can be a good choice for your skin. Just order thin crust (whole wheat if possible), go light on the cheese, and load it with the right kinds of protein and veggies that help fight wrinkles," said Wu, quoted by the news source.


Foods that are rich in antioxidants such as pomegranates and green tea have also been shown to potentially keep the skin healthy. On top of eating these substances, they can also be found as ingredients in many African American skin care products.

Jan 25, 2012

After the stress of the holidays, treat your skin to something special


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Hopefully this holiday season brought you lots of new African American skin care products to keep your complexion looking fresh and hydrated during the rest of the winter. It can be difficult to know what to do to combat the rough winds that can show up this time of year, and the dry skin that subsequently follows.


Due to the harsh conditions that come with this time of year, the winter may be a great time to treat yourself to some spa time. While it may be costly to add spas to your regular beauty routine, giving your skin celebrity treatment a couple of times a year may help you feel refreshed and keep your skin glowing.


Another reason why this time of year might be a good opportunity to treat yourself is that some spas offer post-New Year's specials in anticipation of people who made resolutions to take better care of themselves. Remember, not all resolutions have to be to lose weight or get more sleep, you should also resolve to do more for yourself, after all, you deserve it!