Archive for the ‘Beauty’ Category
November 28th, 2011 | 
Author: Lipstick is the most sought after cosmetic on the planet. In fact, over 85 percent of all American women wear lipstick. Believe it or not, there was once a time when wearing color upon your lips could get you killed. Thank goodness for small liberation.
But, admittedly, picking out a tube of lipstick can still be a chore (or is that bore?), so it helps to have the right palate when you put on a pretty face. In the latest issue of Alice magazine, we’ve rounded up a group of hunky boys-Jong, Patrick, Rob, and Nick-and did our own round of lipstick tests.
The results? Well, the photos speak for themselves. We’ve splashed two of them here (you’ll have to see the magazine for the rest of the pix and for our run down on which lipsticks are the must-haves). But for you web only gals, we’ve offered up a few fun lipstick facts.
Gross things they used to put in lipstick: Fish scales
Gross things they still put in lipstick: Crushed, dried cochineal beetles
Popular lipstick scents: Orange, strawberry, chocolate, cherry, peppermint, vanilla, and coffee.
Only true color the human eye can see: Red
Lipstick color that makes women smile more: Red
Lipstick color most associated with sex: Red
Cool lipstick names from the 16th century: Death, Puke, Dying Monkey
Calories in one application of lipstick: Are you freakin’ crazy? Who cares about calories?!
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Excitement is building! Pretty soon a new child-care or school year begins. Even seasoned students are eager, and maybe a bit anxious. Here are some creative and artistic ways to help children deal with their fears and to anticipate what is about to happen:
I am daunted by the enormous diversity in DKNY legwear. I don’t mean color, I mean fabric and texture. Are chenille tights warmer, more comfortable or more stylish than nylon, cotton or velvet?
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Now for the quick method. What do to is put both the herb and either the grain alcohol, vinegar or witch hazel in a non-metallic pan and bring to a medium high heat. Once hot but not boiling, shut the heat off and allow the herb to macerate this way until cool. You may now use this in place of waiting the 3-7 day time for the standard preparation, and continue the recipe as given above.
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How to prepare a facial toner that will protect, cleanse and nourish skin from herbs, roots, and flowers. A concise list of botanicals to use along with several excellent recipes you can make at home.
Homemade facial toners and mists are fairly simple to prepare and very beneficial to the skin. They not only hydrate, but help combat pollution and help protect skin by the micronutrients that are inherent in the herbs being applied. The longest lasting way to make toners is to macerate the herbs in an alcohol base first, then add distilled water and essential oils after. Read the rest of this entry »