Beauty & Style – Page 2

Maple Leaf Extract Could Nip Skin Wrinkles in the Bud

Maple trees are best known for their maple syrup and lovely fall foliage. However, In August 2018 scientists reported that an extract from the leaves may prevent wrinkles. A release from the American Chemical Society(ACS) reports that The researchers presented their results at the 256th National Meeting & Exposition of ACS in Boston. ACS, the… Continue reading Maple Leaf Extract Could Nip Skin Wrinkles in the Bud

A Safe and Effective Way to Whiten Teeth

In the age of Instagram and Snapchat, everyone wants to have perfect pearly whites. To get a brighter smile, consumers can opt for over the counter teeth-whitening treatments or a trip to the dentist to have their teeth bleached professionally. But both types of treatments can harm teeth. According to an article published in July… Continue reading A Safe and Effective Way to Whiten Teeth

Laser Hair Removal: What You Need to Know

“If I prayed as much as I plucked,” talk show veteran Kathie Lee Gifford wrote in her memoir, “I’d be the Dalai Lama.” Fortunately, advances in laser hair removal now allow us to put aside the tweezers – for good. Since the early lasers of the 1990s, the technology has been refined so that there… Continue reading Laser Hair Removal: What You Need to Know

Blackcurrant Dye Could Make Hair Coloring Safer & More Sustainable

Whether they’re trying to hide some gray or embrace a new or quirky color, people adore hair dyes. But some of these dyes may be harmful to humans and the environment. Now in a 2018 study appearing in the American Chemical Society’s (ACS) Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, scientists report that they have developed… Continue reading Blackcurrant Dye Could Make Hair Coloring Safer & More Sustainable

What Smoking Does to Your Appearance

There are many issues associated with smoking, from the habit increasing your risk of cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart disease and stroke, to the ingredients found in tobacco smoke causing damage inside your body. A lot of these problems may take a while to develop to the point where alarm bells start ringing, or… Continue reading What Smoking Does to Your Appearance

“Baby Laser” Restores Luster to Younger Skin

If you’re looking good, then you’re feeling good. Self-esteem in an age of camera phones and self-portrait postings on social media is a primary reason why so many people, including men, are now seeking cosmetic skin procedures earlier in life. People in their 30s and 40s who are showing early signs of aging — fine… Continue reading “Baby Laser” Restores Luster to Younger Skin

5 Life Triggers that Inspire Bold Beauty Transformations

It is common for women to alter their appearance when faced with a significant life challenge. When we are tested we transform. When we shift our mindset, and transform on the inside, it’s only natural that we want the outside to change as well. It’s as if we shed old skin like a butterfly ready… Continue reading 5 Life Triggers that Inspire Bold Beauty Transformations

Keeping It Real: Avoiding Too Much Botox for Your Face

We’ve seen tabloid headlines scream about “bad botox”. But then there are megawatt actors, like Game of Thrones’ Robin Wright, now 51, who credits the injections with helping her age beautifully. What gives? Frozen is fine if you’re talking ice cream or blockbuster musicals. But when it comes to cosmetic use of botulinum toxin –… Continue reading Keeping It Real: Avoiding Too Much Botox for Your Face

How to Restore A More Youthful Look to Your Hands

“Other than the spots, creases and wrinkles on your face, nothing tells time better than the skin on your hands, especially on the back of your hands,” says Dr. Suzanne Friedler, board-certified dermatologist with Advanced Dermatology PC. “That’s because the chronological wear and tear that the years have naturally on skin, coupled with the long-term… Continue reading How to Restore A More Youthful Look to Your Hands

How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask

With so many at home face masks on the market, choosing one can be overwhelming. Often times we purchase a face mask to address one skin issue but wonder if we are using it correctly, how often should it be used and if it’s even worth the time and money. Here are some fast facts to… Continue reading How to Maximize Results from a Face Mask

Don’t Let Your Ears Show Your Age

Though our ears are 90 percent formed by age six, they do change shape and appear to enlarge as we age. The ears droop as soft tissue (skin, fat, and muscle) relaxes and structural support changes. Bone recedes with time, so there’s less foundation to hold the skin and cartilage up. Plus, loss of elasticity… Continue reading Don’t Let Your Ears Show Your Age

How to Feel More Attractive Without Plastic Surgery or Weight Loss

The current media ideal for women’s overall appearance is achievable by less than 2% of the female population. But we are bombarded with this unrealistic ideal. We see more images of exceptionally beautiful women in one day than previous generations saw throughout their entire lives. It’s no wonder that eight out of ten women are dissatisfied with their appearance.… Continue reading How to Feel More Attractive Without Plastic Surgery or Weight Loss

How to Get Amazing, Ageless Skin

By Delaina Dixon I’ve discovered some amazing skin care products that help me keep my skin clean, clear and ageless. Why not try incorporating some into your daily routine? GET CLEAN I know I shouldn’t go to bed with makeup on, because last night’s look can settle into lines and creases. But who has time… Continue reading How to Get Amazing, Ageless Skin

Botox “Chemodenervation” Helps Dermal Fillers Last Longer

Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are a popular treatment for facial lines and wrinkles, but early degradation of fillers may limit how long their effects last. Experimental evidence supports prolonging the effects of HA dermal fillers by using them together with botulinum toxin, according to a study done by Dr. Ismail Küçüker and colleagues of the… Continue reading Botox “Chemodenervation” Helps Dermal Fillers Last Longer

Avoid Infections by Taking Care of Artificial Nails

Cosmetic treatments for nails – acrylic nails, gel nails, and nail tips – can look beautiful. They need a little care to keep them looking good, and to take care of the real nails below. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), are some suggestions: Apply artificial nails only to healthy natural nails, the… Continue reading Avoid Infections by Taking Care of Artificial Nails

4 Natural Remedies to Tighten and Tone Aging Skin

Imagine getting the same kind of results on your face with a natural anti-aging skin care process as you would by undergoing an anti-aging surgical procedure. There has been lots of buzz about natural facelifts that promise firmer, younger looking skin, and for good reason. While they may not offer results as dramatic, these natural… Continue reading 4 Natural Remedies to Tighten and Tone Aging Skin

Anti-Aging Products: Separating the Skincare Heroes from the Zeroes

Editor’s note: Here’s what is certain: There are no firming or tightening products whose results can duplicate what you derive from in office procedures such as dermal fillers, botox, lasers, or cosmetic surgery. Board Certified New York City/NJ Dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Baxt says, “There are anti- aging products or ingredients that do perform significantly better than… Continue reading Anti-Aging Products: Separating the Skincare Heroes from the Zeroes

10 Common Beauty Blunders All Women Make (Plus Makeup Tips for Older Women)

The right beauty advice can make any woman, young or old, feel like a million bucks. When talking about makeup tips for older women, there’s plenty of beauty advice about what you should do, but knowing what not to do is just as important. Here are a few of the most common makeup mistakes and… Continue reading 10 Common Beauty Blunders All Women Make (Plus Makeup Tips for Older Women)