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Varicose veins are unsightly, and in some cases incredibly painful.  The appearance of these veins may be caused by prolonged standing, poor circulation, crossing your legs, or even high estrogen birth control pills may do it.  There are plenty of companies claiming to have products that will diminish varicose veins, but your best bet is to prevent.  Here is an excellent how-to from wikiHow that explains 10 ways to prevent varicose veins.

"Varicose veins—gnarled, dilated blood vessels that occur most frequently in the legs—affect about half of the adult population of the United States.  They are generally caused by pressure in the veins that, over time, weakens the vessel walls.  For most people, varicose veins and spider veins (their smaller, capillary-based cousins) are merely unsightly nuisances, but they can also make walking and standing extremely painful, and in extreme cases, they can cause skin ulcers.  While there is no sure way to prevent the formation of varicose veins, there are a number of things you can do to decrease your chances of getting them.

Steps:
1. Exercise regularly. Walking and jogging improve circulation in the legs, and proper circulation helps ward off varicose veins.  Exercise also reduces overall high blood pressure and strengthens the entire circulatory system.

2. Avoid prolonged standing.  Standing in one place for a long time increases venous pressure in the legs and feet, and over time this pressure weakens the blood vessel walls.  Since prolonged standing is almost unavoidable in some jobs, mitigate the harm by shifting your position as frequently as possible, and try to walk around at least every 30 minutes.  If your job can be performed while sitting, see if you can arrange that.

3. Maintain a healthy weight.  If you’re overweight, you put excess pressure on your legs. Exercise regularly and develop healthy eating habits, and you’ll reap a whole host of health benefits, including reduction of your varicose vein risk."  Read More

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I came across this article about a skin care technique called double cleansing.  Most of us probably assume simply lathering our faces with cleanser and rinsing it with water leaves it clean enough to promote a clear, and healthy complexion.  Unfortunately, it’s not that easy, and like everything else it takes consistency and care to have beautiful skin.  In this article, Sasha explains double cleansing and stresses it’s importance, she hopes it will become your ritual beauty process.

 
"If there’s one thing that I’m particular about, it’s washing my face.  That’s probably why I’m always on the look out for the best facial wash, makeup remover, or skin toner.  I like cleaning my face.  I often make it a point to wash my face when I get up in the morning (or night, as the case may be) and yes, I try to wash it within the day if I feel icky.

I’ve heard it said before that you shouldn’t wash your face more than twice a day, reason being is that it will dry up your skin. I’m not quite sure if there’s any truth in that but I was a bit alarmed by it. However, I reckon moderation is key. Now, I only wash my face before going to bed, when taking a bath, after waking up or when I’ve perspired or need to remove my makeup. All reasons seems valid to me, don’t you agree?

Double Cleansing is approached in two stages: for STAGE 1, eliminate excess sebum and the make-up and for STAGE 2, eliminate the impurities. Which mainly tells you that there are a set of products that should be used for stage one and another for stage two."  Read More

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This grapefruit-vodka foot treatment from the Tribeca-based natural nail spa sounds good enough to drink, but we suggest you whip up a second batch for your drinking pleasure.

1 gallon grapefruit juice (no pulp)
1 sliced grapefruit (pink or yellow)
2 limes (1 sliced in wheels, the other halved)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 shot glass of vodka

Pour 1/4 cup sugar into small bowl and place lime half on top.  Heat grapefruit juice on stove or in microwave until warm (not hot).  Pour heated juice into a large basin, add shot of vodka, and garnish with sliced grapefruit and lime. Soak feet for a few minutes.  Then, dip a lime half into the sugar and squeeze out a bit of the juice.  Use lime to gently apply sugar to feet in a circular motion to exfoliate rough skin.  Repeat with remaining sugar and the other lime half.  Rinse well.  Follow with foot lotion and polish.

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Naturopathica’s Skin-Softening Avocado Mask:

This quick-fix moisturizer from the famed East Hampton spa thwarts dry skin fast.

1/2 avocado
1 egg
1 tablespoon plain yogurt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional; adds extra moisture)

Blend all ingredients together. Apply to face. Leave on five to ten minutes and rinse well.

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Cameron Diaz is the ultimate beach babe bella donna! Her hair is usually a perfect hue of bleach blonde, and she’s always got a natural sun-kissed glow—most likely from her favorite pastime, surfing! We’ve looked into her makeup bag once before to get the lowdown on her flawless face from the movie The Holiday, so this time, let’s take a closer peek into her beach bag.  Read More

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Celebrity skin may seem unattainable, but it is a possibility for many skin types.  Following a strategic skin care maintenance and management program is just one way to achieve celebrity skin and learn about the best skin care program for long-term skin health.  Healthy skin is a part of a healthy lifestyle, and is a part of looking younger, longer.  Celebrities take regular care of their skin through a variety of techniques.  These include ongoing facials, massages, skin care regimes, and a healthy diet.  Exercise can also play a role in stellar skin year round, as it improves circulation and helps remove toxins from the body in a natural way.  Regular skin care that is integrated into a daily habit will create long-term results.  Still, there are many intensive treatments and options available to enhance the skin’s appearance and achieve dramatic results.  These include anti-aging procedures, scientific treatments for specific skin conditions, or even holistic and natural therapies to improve skin definition.  Read More

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From smokey and sultry to fun and flirty, eye makeup can change your whole look. Choosing the right makeup for your eyes involves more than just picking out your favorite shade, however. For the most complementary look, you should select your shades based on your natural eye color. These quick and easy steps will help you choose the perfect eye makeup for those beautiful blue eyes. Read More

If you find your toner dries out your skin, this simple trick will help prevent that irritation.  First, wet (dampen) a cotton ball with water, and ring it out.  Next, add a small amount toner and apply all over the face.  The water will keep the cotton from absorbing too much toner, and reduce risk of irritation.  Also, check if your toner is made with alcohol, to prevent dryness an alcohol-free toner works best!