Ensuite Bedrooms are bedrooms that have bathroom facility directly attached to it.

Yellow bedroom ensuite design ideas

The bathroom contained within Ensuite Bedrooms will vary in size and features. This design is common in hotel rooms, and it has become increasingly common in private residences as well. Some ensuite bedrooms bathroom features toilets and sinks only, while others feature a toilet, sink, and shower or bathtub. Other bathrooms will be more elaborate and feature more amenities.

Given below are the pictures of luxury Ensuite Bedrooms Design ideas.

Decoration master bedroom ensuite design

Larger ensuite bedroom bathrooms may feature closet space, a vanity, closet space, or other extra features. The size of the bathroom will expand with the included features, meaning the bedroom itself will essentially be larger. Larger features are not quite as common as modest ensuite bedroom bathrooms that contain only a sink, toilet, and bath. The design, however, is limited only by the builder’s budget and imagination.

luxury bedroom ensuite gallery

Ensuite bedrooms are often known as the master bedroom, though not all master bedrooms will feature an attached bathroom. Some master bedrooms are bedrooms only, and one must leave the room entirely to reach a bathroom that is shared by inhabitants of more than one room in the house. The floor and walls of the bathroom are made from materials that are resistant to water damage as well.

Romantic ideas bedroom en-suite design

In hotels, the rooms are generally designed as ensuite bedrooms. The bathrooms are usually part of the larger room, though they are contained within their own four walls to allow for privacy while bathing or using the toilet. In some hotels, the sink and vanity are outside of the bathroom itself, while the toilet and shower are contained within the bathroom exclusively. This allows more than one person to use the different facilities generally contained within a bathroom at the same time.

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Vitamin D

Courtesy of Ocean Potion; Dr. Dennis Gross; BrownberryVitamin D sure is a hot topic these days. About one third of the U.S. population has low levels, and it's been touted as a cure-all for everything from depression to heart disease and skin cancer. With all the talk going on, there's a lot of back-and-forth over the full range of D's superpowers.

But most recently added to the list? Mega anti-ager.

Here's the thing: We already know that skin is a crucial catalyst and gateway for vitamin D to get to where it needs to in the body. "Vitamin D is primarily synthesized in skin exposed to UV light, if not obtained by diet or supplements," explains Jean Y. Tang, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of dermatology at  Stanford University School of Medicine .

And since over time, the skin's ability to create vitamin D decreases (up to 75 percent from the age of 20 to 70) you'll eventually have to pop more vitamin D supplements to reach standard levels than when you were younger. (That's one of the reasons why Grandma is more likely to be diagnosed with osteoporosis, because of D's crucial role in bone health.)

But does D play a much more superficial role? "Vitamin D is a key ingredient for beautiful looking skin," says Dennis Gross M.D, a dermatologist in New York City and creator of his namesake skincare line. "Skin, like all organs, needs vital vitamins to function properly-and vitamin D is one of them."

Dr. Gross has spent the last few years researching the D-skin connection, really one of the only experts to do so in the dermatology community, making him a lone ranger of sorts. And the benefits he's uncovered from poring over the existing vitamin D research and observing his own patients' experiences are expansive. Having sufficient vitamin D in the skin helps minimize acne, boost elasticity, stimulate collagen production, enhance radiance, and lessen lines and the appearance of dark spots, he says. It's this laundry list, plus anecdotal evidence from seeing patients day in and day out at his NYC office, that led him to create skincare with D right in the bottle. "Many of my patients have vitamin D deficiencies as a result of avoiding the sun and wearing a daily sunscreen in fear of premature aging and cancer," he says. "Together, we noticed that their skin had a sallow and dull appearance, which I believed to be an adverse effect from low levels of vitamin D."

After heading to the lab, Dr. Gross says he saw that popping a D pill wasn't the only way to make sure you got enough of the much needed to your complexion-the skin could get it directly from a product. "I came up with a formula that I immediately began testing on patients and then witnessed a dramatic reversal of symptoms, even after one application," he says. "I then began applying Active Vitamin D Serum-Oil to patients who weren't deficient and noticed similar beneficial results. The immediate results were enough to convince anyone who may have originally been skeptical."

So, how does it work? "It already contains an active form of vitamin D2 (aka ergocalciferol, a plant source of vitamin D) and doesn't require sunlight to start giving skin the benefits of vitamin D," says Dr. Gross. "Taking a Vitamin D supplement orally, while benefiting the body, will not give you the same skincare benefits as daily, topical application." And to be clear, a topical D product won't raise the levels in your body, so it's not a substitute for supplements or vitamin D-rich foods.

Beauty Foods With Vitamin D 

Experts don't dispute the fact that vitamin D plays a crucial and positive role in the skin. "Vitamin D is important for control of the natural immune protective mechanisms of the skin," Richard L. Gallo, M.D., Ph.D., chief of the division of dermatology at the University of California in San Diego. It's just that many docs aren't yet convinced that slathering on creams can increase D in the skin. "In order for vitamin D to play its role in the body it has to go through a process called hydroxylation, which means it has to pass through the liver then the kidney to turn into an active form that's then circulated around the body," says Kathleen Fairfield, M.D., assistant professor at Tufts University School of Medicine. "So, even if you apply a topical form of vitamin D, it has to be absorbed, hydroxylated, and then sent back to the skin."

Vitamin C Makes You Look Younger  

This is where the topic of D's role in the skin gets sticky. Dr. Gross counters this point by explaining that vitamin D2 is sourced from a plant, and therefore has already been activated by the sun. Dr. Fairfield maintains that D2 still has to go through the same process in the body in order to be effective.

The bright side? If you can give skin a boost of D from the outside in, great. If not, you're still benefiting from the products' (be it from DG Skincare or other D-infused products) main prettifying purpose-let it be sun protection, hydration, exfoliation even a faux-glow. But regardless, you still need to practice sun safety and fill your plate with foods naturally rich in D (like tuna or salmon) or those that get it added in (like cereal or milk) or pop a 600-1000 IU supplement to be sure that every day body, skin, the whole shebang get some D.

Washing Hair Too Much Is Bad And Other Shampoo Myths

HAIR TIPS: SHAMPOO

Is clarifying shampoo really necessary? Should you switch shampoos? Experts end the confusion
By Liesa Goins. Additional reporting by Alexis Farah and Sara Gaynes

"You need lather to know it's really working."
MYTH The more foam a shampoo produces, the cleaner your hair's getting, right? Not exactly. You may love working up a good head on your head, but those suds are mostly created for psychological effect (Oooh, it's cleaning!).Foaming occurs when surfactant molecules in the shampoo mix with air and create tons of tiny bubbles. Ideally, when you shampoo hair, your head should have only enough lather to lubricate the hair and scalp, so a quarter-size blob of shampoo is usually enough to for a good hair wash.

Wake up and paint with coffee: Artist creates portraits using nothing but stains on the bottom of a mug

An artist has created an uncanny portrait 'painting' using nothing but coffee and a mug.

Hong Yi used Nescafe coffee stains from the bottom of a cup to depict Taiwanese song-writer Jay Chou on a 3ft by 5.5ft canvas, after becoming 'inspired' by one of his songs.

She has experimented with a variety of different media to create artwork in the past, which include sunflower seeds, chilli paste, and basketballs.

Ground breaking: Hong Yi shows her painting of Taiwanese song-writer Jay Chou. She was 'inspired' by one of his songs

How are Headaches Treated ?

What else can I do to help my headaches?

Besides taking medicine, following a regular daily routine can also help. For instance, eat meals at regular hours. Other things you can do to ease the pain of a headache include the following:

• Put a heat pack or an ice pack on your head or neck.
• Take a hot shower. Go to bed and get up at the same time every day.
• Get enough rest or sleep.
• Take time away from things that are stressful. This could mean doing anything from taking a brief walk to taking a vacation.
• Do not skip breakfast. Fasting is a common cause of headache.
• Get regular exercise of all types. Work up to exercising for 30 to 60 minutes, 4 to 6 times a week. Yoga, meditation and relaxation therapy can also relieve headaches.

What about alternative therapies and herbal health products?

Some patients try alternative therapies (such as acupuncture or chiropractic treatments) for headache relief. If you are considering an alternative therapy, talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of these treatments.

If you are considering taking an herbal health product for headache relief, keep in mind that these products aren't tested to be sure they're safe. You should check with your doctor before taking any herbal health product, especially if you take any prescription medicines.

What is mind-body therapy?

Mind-body therapy focuses on the connections between your mind, body and behaviors. Problems with any one of these things can affect your health. Examples of mind-body therapy are meditation, muscle relaxation, hypnosis, biofeedback and a type of counseling called cognitive (say: kog-na-tiv) behavior therapy.

Biofeedback is a technique where you use your thoughts to control your body. Biofeedback can help you treat physical and mental health problems.

Cognitive behavior therapy is also called talk therapy. This kind of therapy helps you identify negative thoughts so you can stop them before they cause problems. Cognitive behavior therapy is often used to treat low self-esteem and depression, but it can also help ease stress in general.

Does mind-body therapy really work?

Yes. Studies show that mind-body therapy works just as well as medicine for certain kinds of headaches.

How can I learn to do mind-body therapies?

You can do certain types of mind-body therapy yourself:

• Meditate by taking a few deep breaths, closing your eyes and focusing on your breath or a positive thought.
• Relax your muscles by applying either heat or cold to the tense area. If heat works for you, try taking a hot shower or bath. Or try a heating pad (set on a low setting) or a hot water bottle. If cold works for you, try a cold pack wrapped in a thin towel (to protect your skin).
• Massage your temples and the muscles in your neck and shoulders. Massages can also help relax muscles.

You might need help from a professional for other types of mind-body therapy, such as hypnosis and biofeedback.

Talk to your doctor if you want to try mind-body therapy. He or she can recommend someone who specializes in this kind of therapy. Your doctor can also offer suggestions to help you cope with stress.

What treatments are available for cluster headaches?

 Several treatments are available for cluster headaches. It is important to work with your doctor to pick the right treatment for you, talk about side effects of different medicines and set up a schedule for taking the medicines your doctor prescribes.

At the start of a cluster headache, inhaling pure oxygen through a mask can help prevent the attack. Because the headaches come on so quickly however, this is not always practical.

Your doctor will probably prescribe 2 medicines. One medicine is taken regularly during the entire cluster period to reduce the number of headaches. In order for the medicine to work, the level of the drug in your blood must be high at the time your attacks usually start. Preventive medicines work well to reduce the number of headaches during cluster periods.

The second medicine is taken to relieve the pain as a cluster headache occurs. These medicines can greatly shorten the headache and reduce its severity.  Attacks begin too quickly for you to reach medical help. You must be ready to take this medicine as soon as an attack begins. You may want to teach family members about your headaches and medicines so that they will be able to help you when you have an attack.

Medicines taken by mouth work too slowly to give relief for cluster headaches. For this reason, your doctor may prescribe a medicine that is taken by nasal spray, by injection (a "shot") or taken as a rectal suppository. Another treatment that works for some people is using a local anesthetic (numbing medicine) in the nose.

 Although cluster headaches are very painful, with the right treatment most people cope very well. It is important that you work with your doctor to find the right treatment for you.

What causes tension headaches?

 Tension headaches may be caused by the following:

• Stress
• Certain foods and beverages
• Sleep problems
• Sinus and allergy problems
• Muscle tension, which can be caused by jaw clenching and poor posture
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Hormonal changes in women
• Certain medicines

What causes cluster headaches?

Cluster headaches do not appear to be related to other illnesses or to diseases of the brain.
  Some of the triggers of cluster headaches include:

• Taking certain medications (such as nitroglycerin)
• Heavy smoking
• Drinking alcohol
• An interruption in your normal sleep pattern
• Abnormal levels of certain hormones
• Problems with the hypothalamus, which controls your body's "biological clock"

What causes rebound headache?

Prescription and over-the-counter medicine for migraines (such as aspirin and acetaminophen) can cause rebound headaches if you take them too often. If you get rebound headaches, these medicines should not be taken more than 2 days per week. Sedatives, tranquilizers and ergotamine medicines also can cause rebound headaches. Talk with your doctor to find out if you should stop taking these medicines or should take less of them.

How are headaches diagnosed?

Your doctor often can tell what kind of headache you have by examining you and hearing your description of the pain. Your description of your headaches will help your doctor make the diagnosis. The time and pattern of attacks are important, so keep a diary of your pain. A headache diary can help you and your doctor know exactly when you are getting headaches, what might be triggering them, and what helps relieve the pain.

Family members or others who see you during a headache can also help by telling the doctor how you look and act. Don't be embarrassed to tell your doctor about your attempts to relieve the pain (such as banging your head against furniture). These attempts are common, and talking about them will help your doctor judge how severe the headaches are.

Blood tests, X-rays or brain scans--such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)--usually are not needed to diagnose headaches.

Headaches

What are the types of headache?

The most common types of headache are migraines  and tension headaches. Other types of headaches include cluster and rebound headaches.

What are tension headaches?
Most people describe a tension headache as a constant, dull, achy feeling on both sides of the head, or like a band around the head. Some people who have tension headaches also have a tight feeling in their jaw or neck muscles. Tension headaches usually begin slowly and gradually. They often start in the middle of the day.

Another name for this type of headache is "stress headache." When people say they have a stress headache, they usually mean they have a tension headache. Tension headaches may be mild or severe.

What is a cluster headache?

A cluster headache is a rare type of headache. Cluster headaches typically occur once or more daily at the same times each day for up to 12 weeks, until the "cluster period" is over.

Cluster headaches are more common in men and usually start very suddenly. The pain is usually located behind or around one eye and is very severe. The eye and nose on the same side as the pain may become red, swollen and runny. Cluster headaches also cause restlessness. These headaches can be frightening for the sufferer and the people around him or her.

A cluster headache can last a few minutes or several hours, but it usually lasts for 45 to 90 minutes. The most common times for cluster headaches seem to be between 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. and around 9:00 p.m. Cluster periods usually last 4 to 8 weeks and may occur seasonally, such as in spring or fall. Then, no cluster headaches will occur for weeks, months or even years.

What are rebound headaches?

Also known as medication-overuse headache, rebound headaches happen every day or almost every day. They may be caused by using too much pain medicine. Rebound headaches usually begin early in the morning. The pain can be different each day. People who have rebound headaches also may have nausea, anxiety, irritability, depression or problems sleeping.

Treating Hair Loss In Women

Hair loss for a woman can be very difficult to face but is quite common. When there is first a sign that what is lost is more than normal a doctor should be consulted. Be aware that 50 to 100 strands a day is normal, more than that and it may be a problem. The sooner the cause is found, the sooner the treatment can begin. One of the newest treatments for hair loss is the hair laser restoration system which uses laser and LED light to stimulate the hair follicles.

There are some common causes but they can vary widely. There are some medical conditions that may be the cause, so can some medications. In particular, anticoagulants, beta-blockers, antidepressants, anti-inflammatory and anti-thyroid medications have been linked to thinning hair. Stress, hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, and a depressed immune system can also be contributors. Genetics plays a role as well. So do thyroid disorders, a lack of certain vitamins and minerals, and certain medical treatments.

Hair Loss

Figuring out the causes of hair loss is essential to hair loss prevention. While many people consider hair loss to be mostly genetic, that is not the case. High levels of stress, specific medications, and iron and protein deficits can do it. If you possess a genetic predisposition to hair loss, you may not be able to do much about it in the long run, so keep that in mind. There are a lot of men out there who suffer from male pattern baldness, and DHT, a testosterone compound, is usually the cause. However, for men dealing with an excess of DHT, there are solutions. More over, some of the cure-alls are fully natural. There are supplement mixes with palmetto, horsetail, rosemary and nettles that are sure to lower DHT levels.

Since so many people in the West lose hair more typically, there are usually dietary causes as  It is reasonable that your diet affects your hair  when you stop and consider that hair is made of protein. Adopting a healthy, balanced diet and making sure to get plenty of vitamins and minerals is a huge step in the right direction. If you participate in regular excercise, you can improve your circulation, which can shuttle more blood to your scalp.

Perfect Blowout

Kate Middleton

How to: "What's not to love about Kate Middleton's uber-shiny blowout? This is the kind of light-reflection that only happens if you're using an ionic dryer paired with a high-tech shine spray," explains beauty director, Alexandra Parnass.

Shiny Brunette

Lea Michele

How-to: "Boost your hair’s ability to shine like Lea’s starting in the shower. Treat your locks with a conditioner containing light-enhancing properties," says beauty editor Jessica Prince.

Wavy Tresses

As seen on: Reese Witherspoon

How-to: "Voluminized, wavy hair looks modern paired with natural-looking makeup. For a style similar to Reese's, part the first few inches of your hair down the middle and backcomb the rest starting near the center to add height and drama. A product that will produce volume, shine, and texture is a must."

Ombre Hair

As seen on: Sarah Jessica Parker

How-to: “SJP’s rich brunette roots and caramel-blonde ends look modern, and are the perfect way to segue your hue between seasons. Ask your colorist to gradually go lighter toward your ends and around your face,” explains beauty editor Jessica Prince. “And, loosely curling the lower half of your hair will accentuate your new shade.”

Extreme Lashes

Keira Knightley

How-to: "You know that major mascara is an instant eye opener. So how to apply it to your lower lash line without getting raccoon eyes? It’s all in the brush and application method,” explains beauty editor Jessica Prince. “The best wands for luxe lower lashes are the smallest. Clinique’s Bottom Lash Mascara is teeny tiny and latches onto fringe you didn’t even know you had. To avoid clumping, gently wipe the brush with a clean tissue, then wiggle it slowly starting at your lash roots. The end result will mimic falsies.”

Healthy Glow

Jennifer Aniston

How-to: "A (fake) tan looks best when your glow is continous on your face, neck, and chest,” says beauty editor Jessica Prince. "Exfoliate and apply a gradual formula (preferably one with anti-aging benefits) evenly to all three areas, which makes it less likely you’ll appear orange or streaky.”

Golden Globes 2012: The 10 Best Dressed

Angelina Jolie in Atelier Versace

One half of Hollywood's ruling power couple, Angelina Jolie upped her usual classic elegance in a Versace gown with just the perfect touches of siren red. Matching your bag, lipstick and shoes to your dress just got chic again.

Rooney Mara in Nina Ricci

Hot off Nina Ricci's Pre-Fall 2012 runway, Rooney Mara stayed in character in a dramatic black cut-out gown, but the overall effect was utterly glamorous. 

Tilda Swinton in Haider Ackerman

Tilda Swinton's Haider Ackerman ensemble wins accolades for its breathtaking hue alone and the sweeping train and tailored jacket simply add to its originality. 

Charlize Theron in Dior Couture

Charlize Theron stunned in a peplum bustled nude Dior gown with a sexy slit placed perfectly to show off her Givenchy sandals.

Shailene Woodley in Marchesa

Shailene Woodley wins for newcomer of the evening in a subtley sparkly Marchesa gown that was age-appropriate, yet completely ahead of her generation.

 Emma Stone in Lanvin

This two-tone Lanvin dress was made for swooshing down the red carpet and Emma Stone continued in her stride as the fashion set's favorite.

Julianne Moore in Chanel Haute Couture

Julianne Moore showed her accessorizing chops in a black curve-enhancing Chanel gown offset by green fringe earrings and her signature red locks.

Michelle Williams in Jason Wu

Michelle Williams looked cute and classy in a textured Jason Wu T-shirt gown — a first red carpet appearance for the designer at the Globes.

Salma Hayek in Gucci

Sexy Salma Hayek's fiery personality was the perfect compliment to Gucci's art deco-inspired black and gold gown.

Sofia Vergara in Vera Wang

Sofia Vergara wins for the evening's bombshell in a custom teal Vera Wang gown with train for the taking

17 Tips to Look Younger

The leading experts reveal antiaging secrets you may not already know.

1. CHOOSE LIGHTER LIPSTICK

Dark shades can be unflattering on mature skin because lips get thinner with age, explains makeup artist Matin Maulawizada, who works with celebrities like Angelina Jolie. To keep lipstick from looking too severe, choose rosy reds or flesh-colored shades, and stay away from peaches and oranges, which can make teeth appear yellow. We like Lancôme Color Design Lipcolor in Natural Beauty ($22). And remember, swiping on lipstick without other makeup can make you look older than if you wear no makeup at all.

2. BRUSH BLUSH ABOVE YOUR APPLES

For an instant cheek lift, place your blush brush at the highest point of your cheekbone and apply color in a circular motion, advises makeup artist Sandy Linter, who works with Elizabeth Hurley. Go for warm pinks, apricots, or bronzes since they create less contrast and make you look younger.

3. LIFT YOUR EYES WITH PENCIL

Use an eye pencil. Its softness enlarges the eyes more than liquid liners do. To reverse droopy-looking lids, blend liner up at the outer corners with a Q-tip.

4. INVEST IN THE RIGHT CONCEALER

Cover-up can be tricky to apply; many formulas sink into crevices, emphasizing every fine line. To get the most coverage with the least product, try "camouflage," a dryer form of concealer that can take years off of your face, says Maulawizada. It doesn't contain as much oil as regular concealer, so it won't move, and it's better at hiding sun spots. .

5. SUPERSIZE YOUR SUNGLASSES

By now you know how damaging the sun can be, so besides coating on sunscreen, shield yourself with chic accessories. Swap your thinly rimmed aviators for oversize frames and you'll get more protection around your eyes, which wrinkle first, says Boston dermatologist Ranella Hirsch. And don't forget a hat: "Buying a five-dollar fedora now will save you $10,000 with me later," adds Hirsch. Throwing on a scarf can also help prevent sun spots in the décolleté area.

6. STOCK UP ON OLIVE OIL

Extra-virgin olive oil contains fatty acids similar to those found in our skin and is an incredibly gentle moisturizer. If you have skin that's dry and sensitive from overloading on harsh face and eye antiagers, bring your skin-care regimen to a halt, says Jessica Wu, an L.A.-based cosmetic dermatologist, and slather on a thin layer of unflavored oil at night instead.

7. BABY YOUR HANDS

Derms agree that hands are a dead age giveaway. To keep them young, apply the same retinoid from your face to your hands and add a layer of Vaseline, says New York dermatologist Heidi Waldorf. Wear cotton gloves to bed to keep the treatment in place overnight. Skin looks suppler, and cuticles will benefit too. ä

8. TREAT YOUR FEET

Rough, dry feet make you look older, even in the sexiest shoes. Before working out, apply a thin layer of over-the-counter salicylic acid Keralyt Gel ($20) and a dollop of Vaseline to areas where your skin is thick or scaly, then put on your socks, says Waldorf. The combo keeps calluses and blisters at bay for instantly prettier, younger-looking feet, and it rinses off in the shower.

9. SCHEDULE AN EYE EXAM

When you can't see properly, you squint, overcompensating for the work your eyes should be doing and deepening frown lines, says Hirsch. She adds, "Ninety percent of the time when women in their 30s come in for Botox, I send them to the ophthalmologist because they need a stronger prescription."

10. SHIELD YOUR WINDOWS

Did you know the average commuter gets almost 200 hours of sun exposure each year just driving? And, Hirsch says, "Eighty percent of all sun exposure is through windows." To ward off sun spots, wrinkles, or worse — skin cancer — derms recommend investing in a clear window film such as Solar Gard, which blocks 99 percent of UVA and UVB rays with SPF 285 in your home or car.

11. USE SELF-TANNER WITH CAUTION

Applying self-tanner brings out a glow on even the pastiest skin, but it can also darken and emphasize your sun spots, says Linter. If you have a lot of damage, use a warm foundation shade instead.

12. REVERSE BROWN SPOTS

Lemon juice diluted with water helps fade sun spots on all skin tones, says New York dermatologist Jessica Krant. Since acids can be irritating, apply it before bed with a Q-tip, and gradually increase to twice daily. Stop if your skin gets too light.

13. REFRIGERATE SKIN-CARE PRODUCTS AFTER OPENING THEM

"You'll get more of a lifting effect from your products if they're cold," says New York cosmetic dermatologist Patricia Wexler. A room-temperature depuffing cream can take up to two hours to work versus only 10 minutes when it's been in the fridge. Plus, this technique keeps products fresher longer.

14. WEAR ANTIOXIDANT-INFUSED SUNSCREENS

You know SPF 30 is a must. But a formula that contains antioxidants will also reduce oxidative damage and does not need to be reapplied as often.

15. REMOVE MAKEUP BEFORE BED

Duh, right? But this is about more than just avoiding clogged pores. It's extremely important to rid your skin of the environmental pollution you've been exposed to throughout the day and wash away free radicals to avoid the breakdown of collagen and elastic tissue, says Wexler. We like St. Ives Fresh Skin Make-up Remover & Facial Cleanser ($3.99).

16. BEEF UP YOUR BROWS

Thick brows are a sign of youth, so filling them in correctly is crucial. Draw in hairs with a ticking motion from bottom to top using a neutral shade. Try Benefit Brow Zings shaping kit ($30). Products like RevitaLash RevitaBrow Conditioner ($110) can also help by boosting brow growth with peptides and botanicals.

17. RETHINK FROWNIES

These adhesive patches really do work, says Wu. Before you go to bed, apply them to areas where you'd get Botox. They keep your facial muscles from contracting and lines from becoming deeper.

Younger Skin At Any Age

Three high-tech derm treatments are turning back the clock with little pain or downtime.

Forget the old axiom that beauty is pain. Surgical face-lifts and aggressive lasers that keep you under house arrest and on strong meds are taking a backseat to procedures that promise to help you age gracefully with minor recuperation. "Not only are we seeing better results with the latest generation of minimally invasive technology, the amount of downtime required with these treatments is also shrinking considerably," says Mitchell Chasin, medical director of Reflections Center for Skin & Body in New Jersey. "We can now deliver dramatic results without people missing a beat out of their busy lives." Read on for the most buzzed-about options.


SKIN ILLUMINATOR: CLEAR + BRILLIANT

Think of this new gentle laser as a facial on steroids. Clear + Brilliant uses fractional laser technology to create microzones of energy, causing a wound-healing response underneath the skin's surface that stimulates collagen production, which boosts radiance and plumps lines. "The big advancement with this laser is that it's safe on all skin colors and you don't have to rearrange your social or professional life" for recovery, says New York City dermatologist Anne Chapas. Investment: $250 to $500 per treatment.
Ideal candidate: A patient (between the ages of 30 and 40) looking for a preventative antiaging treatment stronger than over-the-counter topicals but gentler than intense lasers "who wants smoother skin but doesn't have time to be red and swollen for days," details Chapas.
Problems targeted: Fine lines and wrinkles, blotchiness, uneven tone and texture, and sun damage. "But this would not be my laser of choice for treating deeper lines and wrinkles," says Chapas.
Treatable areas: Face, neck, chest, and hands.
Treatments needed: Six treatments spaced two weeks apart.
Treatment length: A topical anesthetic is applied for 15 to 20 minutes and is followed by the 20-minute laser treatment.
Pain: "Patients may feel a light tingling or mild prickling, but most don't feel anything at all," Chapas says. A small handheld laser-beam device is run up and down the skin.
Downtime: The skin is pink immediately after treatment (similar to post workout or a mild sunburn) but fades within a day. Dry skin can last for a couple of days.
Results: Smoother, more radiant skin, with improved tone and texture and a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles with a visible difference in how your skin feels after one treatment, promises Chapas.
Risks: Prolonged redness, hyperpigmentation, and scarring are possible but "very rare," says Chapas.
Maintenance: Touch-ups are advised every three months.

WRINKLE ERASER: eMATRIX

Whereas Clear + Brilliant helps prevent signs of aging before they appear, this device is aimed at eradicating fine lines and facial scars using fractionated bipolar radio-frequency technology. Translation: Heat energy is delivered beneath your skin's surface to trigger collagen production without damaging the epidermis (top layer), which means no recovery time necessary. "The beauty of eMatrix is that it spares the top layer of skin and deposits 95 percent of the energy into the dermis," says Chasin. Imagine an inverted ice cream cone, says Nashville dermatologist Michael Gold. The tip of the cone represents the energy on the surface, and the scoop is the remainder, which spreads out underneath the skin. Investment: $750 to $1,200 per treatment.
Ideal candidate: "A patient [age 35 to 45] who has early signs of aging—fine lines, some wrinkles. It's wonderful for acne scars and surface-texture issues," explains Chasin. Safe for all skin colors.
Problems targeted: Fine lines, surface irregularities, pigmentation, wrinkles, and scars from acne, trauma, chicken pox, or surgery. Doctors praise this device for its scar-banishing abilities, "and if I can get scars to go away, I can get wrinkles to go away," Gold says.
Treatable areas: Face, neck, chest, and hands.
Treatments needed: For lines and wrinkles, two to three treatments spaced four weeks apart; for scars, three to four treatments spaced two to three weeks apart.
Treatment length: A topical anesthetic is applied for 15 to 30 minutes and is followed by a 20-to-30-minute treatment.
Pain: "There is very little discomfort with this machine," says Gold. Patients feel a prickling or tingling sensation. "Sometimes they don't even need numbing," he says. A handheld device (imagine a toy gun) with an electrode tip is placed onto the skin to deliver heat energy below the surface.
Downtime: "Patients are generally red for a day or two max. That's it," says Gold.
Results: Look for improvements in skin texture, fine lines and wrinkles, scars, and pore size after week three, with continued benefits (like skin tightening) for up to three or four months.
Risks: Hyperpigmentation and/or scarring is "extremely rare" but possible with any energy-based system, says Gold.
Maintenance: Lines and wrinkles are continuously affected by the sun, so follow up with a treatment after a year.

NONSURGICAL FACE-LIFT: ePRIME

"Face lifts are great at tightening at tightening, but they don't address thinning skin and volume loss," explains Chasin. Enter ePrime, a new system that conquers all three and, according to a clinical study coauthored by Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas, dermatologist and assistant clinical professor at Yale University School of Medicine, promises significant skin tightening—37 percent of what you'd get with a face-lift. How? Derms are able to customize energy delivery to specific locations and depths, and "we can get away with that because we are able to measure the energy and temperature in real time and adjust it," explains Chasin. Using small sensored needles, doctors are able to bypass the top layer of skin (where most complications occur) and deliver bipolar radio-frequency energy below the surface to safely maximize results. "This is a tremendous advance," explains Alexiades-Armenakas. "Before, we were guessing the temperatures in the skin, and this led to lack of effectiveness and burns." And ePrime doesn't boost just collagen: "This is the first technology proven to stimulate elastin and hyaluronic-acid production," says Chasin. Investment: $2,500 to $4,500 per treatment.
Ideal candidate: "A patient [age 40 to 55] with volume loss, hollowing and dips in the skin, deep wrinkles, acne scars, and sun damage," says Chasin. "We use it to restabilize the whole supporting structure of the skin." Safe for all skin colors.
Problems targeted: Deep lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and loss of supporting facial structure.
Treatable areas: The face. Evaluations are under way for use on the neck, arms, and stretch marks on the abdomen.
Treatments needed: One.
Treatment length: Local anesthetic is administered (the doctor may inject a low concentration of lidocaine and epinephrine through a cannula threaded under the skin to constrict blood vessels and prevent bruising caused by punctures) and is followed by a 45-to-60-minute treatment.
Pain: "Pain is a zero on a scale of one to 10," says Chasin. A handheld device is equipped with five pairs of tiny, hair-thin needles that puncture the skin to deliver radio-frequency energy.
Downtime: Superficial bruising, redness, and swelling may last up to 48 hours, and the majority of patients return to regular activities in one day.
Results: "An overall improvement in skin tone and volume, with significant tightening of the skin and reduction in lines and wrinkles," says Chasin. He adds, "Patients look younger and more vibrant, but they still look like themselves."
Risks: No serious complications have been reported to date.
Maintenance: Doctors advise waiting one to three years before considering a second treatment.

Pear Smoothie

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INGREDIENTS:
5 oz. Prickly Pear Puree
1 Whole Gala Apple
One ½ Banana
1 Whole Peeled Orange
6 oz. Ice Cubes
¾ Table Spoon of Honey

PREPARATION:
Cut all ingredients into small pieces and place in blender. Blend on high speed for two minutes, serve with a strawberry garnish.

About Wrinkle !!

Unfortunately no one can avoid the damage aging does to the skin. However thanks to technology there are numerous wrinkle treatments on the current market. Some treatments are better than others so it is important that consumers are aware of what their options are when it comes to wrinkle treatments.

Firstly buyers should be aware that these products do work. Some treatments take time to show results but the results will appear eventually. Unfortunately many of these wrinkle reduction treatments cost a lot of money.

Improving Your Health With Antioxidants

Most of us take supplements because we don’t have time to cook. At least we are getting the nutrients we need, but we also have to eat. As long as the kitchen is getting some use, it may as well be cooking up some healthy things, too. Antioxidants are the big issue these days and here are some ways to help improve your health by getting food that is high in the following common antioxidants. 

A little memory jogger for the letter “A” in Vitamin A might be thinking of it as standing for “Antioxidants”. “A” has a lot of delicious foods in its group, such as sweet potatoes and squash. Bake either of them in the microwave and replace the typical butter with honey and cinnamon for a delicious side dish, or snack.

Apricots, peaches and cantaloupe are great snacks that don’t need cooking. Just grab one up and start eating. These antioxidant filled goodies are full of other nutrients, too, along with carrots, tomatoes and broccoli. All of them are easy to wash, and store in the fridge for quick easy snacks that are full of the healthy benefits of Vitamin A.

Vitamin C is usually thought of as helping the respiratory system, but it is also full of antioxidants. Lime, lemons and oranges are first to come to mind, but tomatoes and strawberries are full of “C”, and other nutrients. Any fresh fruit that you keep on hand makes a great healthy snack. Other “C” foods are lettuce and other green leaf vegetables, all full of antioxidants.

For a delicious bowl full of these snacks, put some lettuce leaves in a salad bowl, then pile oranges, strawberries and tomato wedges on top. Some onions and green peppers and a nice topping, and you don’t need any salad dressing. Just eat a bit of each together, or pick and choose as you work your way around the bowl.

Most of us already know that Vitamin E is supposed to help the skin, but it is also vital to the immune system, and fights bad free radicals. Any type of grain has “E” in it, and don’t forget that seeds and nuts are considered grains, too. Sunflower seeds, pecans, walnuts, even peanuts are great for “E” and peanuts are full of protein. Next time you have a salad, try crushing up some peanuts and sprinkle them over the top of your dressing. You will probably be amazed at how much additional flavor peanuts can add to some of the most unlikely dishes.

Here’s one for sunflower seeds. Lime sherbet. Yes, it does sound bizarre, but, the slightly salty flavor really brings out the lime. And, for a quick small meal or snack, mix some oatmeal and parmesan cheese to cover the top of some nice green leafy veggies. A little olive oil to stir it all in, and you’ve got a health food that will make you want another bowl full.

Selenium is not only good for the heart, it is the best friend of the pancreas. Fresh or salt water shellfish and fish are high in selenium, and so are red meats and chicken. Grains, eggs and garlic go along with them, and can make some delicious healthy meals. Steak and egg has long been a good breakfast meal, but you can fix a nice fillet of raw fish in the microwave and serve eggs, topped with garlic, and whole wheat or oatmeal toast with it for a scrumptious dinner of antioxidants.