My Eyeliner! A Post About Permanent Make-up My friend Sally (a gorgeous Moroccan woman) was telling me she really wanted her eyeliner tattoo'd. Waking up looking the same as when I go to bed is my lazy life dream! And before you respond that we're nuts...
A facial is a procedure involving a variety of skin treatments, including: steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage. Facials can last anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour and range in price depending on the types of products used for the treatments. They are professionally recommended every 4 weeks for maximum results. Step 1: See a Professional. All facials follow the same basic structure and order. They will begin with makeup removal and cleansing. Then comes some method of exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and smooth the surface of the skin. A massage is then performed that can include all or some of...
While I'm waiting for a few experts to help edit some skin-care specific entries, I thought it's about time to introduce my favorite pharmaceutical--Botox Cosmetic. One in four women over the age of 30 is interested in learning more about Botox, so you are not alone!!! Not only am I user of Botox, but I am also the President (of it's fan club), and a provider of this fountain of youth! I consider myself an expert of injection techniques, the product's history and safety information. Isn't it Botulism: No! Botox, or onobotulonium toxin, is a protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum and is considered a powerful neurotoxin. When...
The idea in psychology/sociology that attractive people are seen as angelic and are therefore stereotyped with having angelic qualities and treated with positive enforcement of these "qualities." Studies have shown that attractive people achieve more in life, are generally happier, and have more self-confidence. Quick Personal Story About 2 years ago, I was dating this really good looking, smart guy and I really liked him. And I let him treat me...
This being my area of expertise, it's hard to know where to start, but first and foremost, I consider myself a bio-dork, so I'll start there! Biology of Youth-Universal The biological purpose of reproduction creates attraction to a youthful appearance by both men and women. Researches have found the female perception of beauty changes throughout the month (just like us woman to change our minds!). Women typically prefer a mature, masculine looking man. These characteristics include a heart-shaped face and small chin with full lips. During menstruation, however, woman are typically more attracted to softer, more youthful features. These include a small nose, large eyes, and defined cheekbones (which males find...
What makes a person beautiful? It is a combination of inner beauty (psychological factors) and outer beauty (physical attractiveness). Beauty is defined with individual, cultural and universal standards which every single person desires to achieve. Universally Beautiful Throughout time and across cultures, there are several characteristics of physical attractiveness. Boston or not, beauty is: Symmetry proportion and layout among facial features (Proportion: The Rule of Thirds and Fifths) well aligned appearance on profile Clear, Smooth, Even Skin A Youthful Appearance. Boston Culture Although we are ranked as one of the countries most intelligent cities, we don't fare so well in the areas of physical attractiveness (or friendliness for that matter!). It's 2011 Boston! You can be both...