My Skin Diet
Beautology's philosophy is 'Age Later'. In order for your skin to age later we must add ingredients to your skin daily for healthy, balanced skin. As discussed, the importance of feeding your skin the correct vitamins, minerals and nutrients is paramount in preventing malnutrition of the skin which results in premature ageing and problematic skin including the formation of lines, wrinkles and brown spots.



1. Skincare

Cosmeceutical v Over the counter products

Why do we recommend Cosmeceuticals?
· Cosmeceuticals are active skincare which lies between a beauty cosmetic and a medicine.
· They have high quality pharmaceutical grade ingredients which are scientifically proven in playing a role in improving skin quality, tone, elasticity and maintaining an overall healthy appearance.
· These products offer impressive results in skin renewal and rejuvenation.
· Over the counter products only treat the upper layer of the skin and do not penetrate beyond the dead skin layer of the epidermis whereas Cosmeceuticals penetrate deep into the live tissue.
· With a combination of lifestyle changes and cosmeceutical skincare a slowing down of the ageing process can be achieved.

The 4 key steps that your cosmeceutical should offer are: cleanse, treat, moisturise and protect.

Cosmeceuticals will infuse your skin with active ingredients, producing dramatic effects. Some key ingredients are:

Alpha Beta Hydroxy Fruit Acids: Exfoliate dead skin, leaving it fresh, bright & luminous

Improves effectiveness of products

Keeps pores clean.

Lightening Agents: Improves blemishes & overall skin colour, reduces pigment.

Anti-oxidants (enzymes / vitamins): Prevent damage to cells

Stem cells: Lengthen life of cells.

Peptides: Collagen boosters, building blocks of the skin.

Retinol (Vitamin A): Collagen building

SPF 30-35 A vital daily protection from the sun, as well as pollution, environment, chemicals and destructive free radicals

2. Supplements

Other vital ingredients can be introduced to your body as supplements to your diet. The key ingredients are:-

Vitamin A- also known as retinol, contributes to the maintenance of skin and has several important functions, such as: strengthening immunity against infections and keeping skin and the linings of some parts of the body, healthy.

Vitamin C- is a powerful anti-oxidant and has several important functions, including: helping to protect cells and keep them healthy and it is necessary for the maintenance of healthy connective tissue. It also contributes to collagen formation and maintains function of skin and blood vessels.

Vitamin E- is a natural antioxidant derived wholly from vegetable oils that works synergistically with other antioxidants to neutralise free radicals.

Selenium- is a trace element found in the soil. It plays a number of vital roles in our the body's enzyme function, and may help to stimulate the production of antibodies (disease-fighting organisms) after vaccination. It is also an antioxidant, working with other antioxidants such as vitamins C and E to protect the body's cells against free radicals..

Co-enzyme Q10- is a naturally occurring antioxidant that is present in all cells and highly concentrated in the energy-intensive cells of the heart. Often referred to as the 'biochemical spark plug' due to its essential role in the production of energy.

Seven Important habits we must do to maintain healthy skin

1. Drink 6-8 glasses of water per day.
2. Eat a diet high in protein, low in carbs.
3. Get a good seven hours of sleep every night
4. Take essential antioxidants + supplements
5. Use cosmeceutical daily to cleanse, rejuvenate, moisturise and protect.
6. Wear factor 30-35 SPF daily to protect skin from sun, stress and pollution.
7. Exercise three times per week to reduce stress and improve overall toning.

Article: By Barbara Robaina Guillemet

The Different Styles of Wedding Makeup


Weddings are very special occasions, especially to the bride who is the star of the event. This moment happens once in a lifetime for most people which is why it is the bride's obligation to make herself exceptionally beautiful on that very memorable day. She can attain this if she chooses the right makeup and stylist to perform some magic on her.

To help with your choice of makeup style and makeup artist it would be best if you looked thoroughly to find the right wedding makeup artist for you. However, before anything else, it would be best if you, yourself would try to determine the kind of look you would want to have on that special day so that once the makeup artist is there it will be easy for them to work on you to create the look that you want to achieve. There are actually several types of bridal makeup identified by various makeup artists,all you have to do is choose the right kind for you.

Simple and Summer Look. This is the kind of bridal makeup modern day brides prefer to have for it is light and fresh looking that reminds people of the summer season. This kind of look actually makes use of very light and minimal makeup which enhances the bride's natural beauty. It is easily described as the simplest makeup among all other kinds and this is very appropriate for brides with natural good looks. Overloading your beautiful face with makeup could sometimes make you look older than your actual age. If there is nothing to hide about your face, go for the simplest and let people appreciate your natural good looks. This makeup will do justice to those brides aging 40 and over for such could actually make them look a lot younger than their actual age.

Shiny Shimmering Splendid Look. This look can be easily mistaken with that of the simple ones for it also utilizes very simple makeup colour schemes wherein its main objective is to just let out the natural look of the bride. However, the only difference is that, it also uses shimmery makeup products on some parts the bride wants to get accentuated. Such looks gave out a playful, creative yet sophisticated look in a bride. This is the kind of bridal makeup that is preferred by very young brides of today.

The Blushing Bride Look. As the name alone suggest, this make up emphasizes mostly on the cheek part and utilizes a generous amount of pink blush on to create that shy, vulnerable and fragile look in a bride. Such kind of makeup would look best on fair skinned bride and has rather round and oval shape faces for there would be a lot of room for that blushing look. According to a wedding makeup Macquarie, such look is eligible to all fair complexioned brides but not with those aging from 50 and over for such age can never be considered innocent and fragile with that kind of age.

The Sophisticated Look. Sophisticated makeup are characterized by the careful and critically made up strokes on the best features of the bride. It utilizes the best makeup brands in the market today. The extent of this look would actually depend on the bride and it is the wedding makeup artist's job to fulfil that to make the bride look her best on her very important day. This is actually the specialty of most makeup artists who are well known in creating the most sophisticated brides people have seen.

The Edgy Bridal Look. Such bridal make up is rarely used and only the artistic minded truly understand the essence of such kinds of makeup. This is actually the dark bridal makeup that you usually see on rock star brides and it is characterized by its very dark eye makeup and red lips. Some finds it very radical but for some people who believe in modern and contemporary makeup, this kind totally rocks. And since such a look is rarely done, not all makeup artists could guarantee the efficient outcome of the said kind. However, if you really would like to have this look, you can have the best wedding makeup artist for the said job.

Whatever look you may choose and just as long as you can carry it with dignity and confidence everything would turn out just splendid just like that particular day should be.

I hope this article has helped to clarify your requirements for your bridal makeup. If you would like further examples of my work please visit http://weddingmakeupnewcastle.com.au If you live in the Newcastle, Port Stephens or Lake Macquarie regions of Australia, please feel free to contact me via email or the phone number on my site.

Article: By Katherine Mason

Natural Fruit Extract That Can Lighten The Skin

Most people doesn't know that some beauty secrets can be found in our own house particularly in our kitchen. We go to a shopping mall and search for any expensive beauty products that's available and spend a lot of money just to have that products. For Asian people the most searched or in demand beauty product is the skin whitening.There are a lot of skin lightening products available in the market today, some are quite expensive and some are cheaper. Most of us are using different products that are available in the marketplace to test what is really the best and effective for our skin. But what people doesn't know is that some whitening ingredients can be found in our home. A study reveals that natural fruit extracts can lighten the skin. Yes, and here are some of the fruits that can be found in our kitchen:

CALAMANSI Calamansi extract can lighten the skin because it contains natural acid and vitamin c which are proven to remove dark spots in our body. In fact some skin whitening soaps manufacturer used Calamansi as their main ingredients in the soap.

KIWI FRUIT This fruit is loaded with health benefits especially in our skin. Whether you eat or wear this fruit, Kiwi contain vitamins and nutrients that contribute to healthy, glowing and radiant complexion. Kiwi also contain a large amount of vitamin c which needed to produce collagen in our body. It is also rich in vitamin E which is very essential in our skin. It also help eliminates dark spots and make your skin more radiant.

TOMATO Tomatoes are a very common fruit/vegetable that are always available in our kitchen. Tomatoes are used as a natural cosmetic for the skin for it is rich in vitamin c and lycopene which is an anti-oxidants. The acidity of tomato can help reduce dirt and make your skin clean. Tomatoes are also a good remedy for sun burn skin, it cools the skin and neutralize the skin surface.

ORANGE Oranges are also a good source of vitamin c which is known to improve skin color and texture. One piece of orange contains a large amount of antioxidants which is very good for the skin. It removes any skin darkening cause by frequent exposure to sunlight. It also helps reduce acne scars, minor scratches and minor burn.

PINEAPPLE Aside from vitamin C, this fruit is also rich in Alpha Hydroxy acids which is known for skin lightening and slows down skin aging. Pineapple is also one of the best home remedies to reduce wrinkles, mole and warts due to its natural acid components. Rubbing pineapple slices into your skin can reduce dark spots and blemishes making your skin clearer and smoother.

If you want to save money or just afraid to try whitening products that are available in the market today, these are the best alternative to skin lightening. Nothing could be much better than natural remedies, aside from having no side effects, you can save a dime and be beautiful at the same time.

For more information about skin care and effective skin lightening products, visit http://www.skinlighteninghub.com

Article: By Karen Tiodianco

How To Enjoy Life As A Single Mum

    Have you recently separated from your partner?
    Have you been separated since or before you had your child?
    Do you wonder how you can get everything done now you have separated?
    How do you feel about your future?

Life as a single mum can be challenging and exhausting. On the one hand you feel empowered to raise your children according to your own set of values but on the other you'd like the support of a partner who can share the triumphs and tribulations of parenthood. Often single parents lose their self-esteem but here are some top tips to help you improve your confidence and take control of your life and its direction.

1. Congratulate yourself for doing an amazing job under difficult circumstances. Children bring us endless pleasure but bringing them up alone can often be demanding and overwhelming. Acknowledging everything you do to ensure your child is happy and content should make you feel proud.

2. Ensure you are happy about your self-image. This doesn't just relate to your physical presence but the skills you have to offer. It should only matter what you think and nobody else. Celebrate everything about yourself and have confidence in the person you are.

3. Allow yourself some quality 'me time'. Schedule some time off by booking a babysitter or forming a babysitting group with mums in a similar situation to you. Don't let a lack of time prevent you from attending to your own needs.

4. List your life-long goals and plan how you can achieve them. Being a single mum should not stop you from living your life according to your needs and aspirations. Continue aspiring to achieve your true goals!

5. Enjoy time spent with your friends. Take the time to catch up with friends and have a good time together. Try to arrange the odd night out but if this isn't possible, invite them round to your house and share each other's news over a glass of wine. Share challenges and ways to overcome them: remember a problem shared is a problem halved!

Above all make sure you enjoy life. Don't fall into the trap of putting your own dreams on hold simply because you are in a challenging situation. Aspire to achieving your goals regardless of your circumstances and you will become a much happier and confident mum in the process!

Start your journey today - achieve confidence, balance and joy.

Tracey Wall is a professional personal coach and director of Empowering Mums. Empowering Mums enables mums to live their dreams and aspirations, to become confident, balanced, fulfilled and happy women. We work by supporting and encouraging mums to take ownership of their lives, make positive changes, fulfil their potential and live their lives to the full, achieving life-long ambitions and goals in all aspects of their life. Become the woman you strive to be and live with intention, not regret! Contact Empowering Mums today on 01606 785 357 or visit http://www.empoweringmums.co.uk for more information.

Article By Tracey Wall