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Milk Does Your Body Good

Arianne Suggs August 20, 2015August 20, 2015Leave a Comment

It is a popular tag-line that has had children and adults gladly giving themselves liquid mustaches for decades. Nevertheless, as fun and cute as a selfie could look from said mustache the question remains… is milk really beneficial? Inquiring minds have wanted to know for some time and decided to seek some definitive answers.

The fountain of youth may not have been discovered as of yet; however, one simple drink may hold more beauty as well as health benefits than this undiscovered gem. Milk is a natural beverage that contains nutrients and vitamins that can benefit the skin right down to your smile. Here are just as few of the many ways that milk can do your body good!

Due to the proteins it contains milk has the ability to rebuild muscles.
If you are aiming to drop a few pounds make sure you drink a glass a snack or with a meal. Research has shown that women who do so on average lose more weight than those that do not. Literal food for thought…
Milk is made up of amino acids that are able to keep skin well-hydrated and moisturized.
Also, on the beauty tip, milk contains enzymes as well as lactic acid that behaves like an exfoliant which will encourage skin to be touch-ably smooth.
Lastly, make your dentist a happy camper by consuming milk regularly. Milk not only makes teeth stronger but will ward off cavities and tooth decay.

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Hair

Three Flat Irons for Straightening Natural African-American Hair

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 15, 2015August 15, 2015Leave a Comment

It seems there are about a million different types and brands of flat irons available on the market. However, trying to figure out which one to use can be overwhelming to say the least. We have picked out three flat irons that got really good consumer reviews. All of them can be used for hair types that are frizzy, wavy or coarse. Of course, these are just suggestions and they may not work for you, but it gives you a place to start. The price range for all three is usually between $75 and $100.

1. BaByliss Pro BABP2559 Porcelain Ceramic Flat Iron, Silver/Black – This iron ranges in size from 1 inch up to 2.5 inches. It has ceramic plates which are good for distributing the heat of the iron, thereby eliminating hot spots that are found in other irons.

2. Onei MK-I Halo Ceramic Flat Iron – This one also has ceramic plates with virtually no pull allowing your hair to be straightened and leaving it with a silky shine. It also employs negative ionic energy adding another level of protection for your hair. Other features include a digital readout and 30 minute auto shut-off.

3. BaByliss Pro BABNT3072 Nano Titanium-Plated Ultra-Thin Straightening Iron – The titanium plates are exceptional heat conductors allowing the user to use a heat seating as high as 450°F without damaging the hair. The lightweight, ultra-thin iron makes it quick and easy to use. Using negative ions helps lock in your hair’s own natural moisture.

Once you decide on a flat iron, you may need some tips on how to go about using it to straighten your hair. Check out the video above to help you get started.

Fashion

High Heels 101: When to Replace Gel In-Soles

Arianne Suggs August 15, 2015August 15, 2015Leave a Comment

At the end of the day, taking off your heels can have your feet looking like you have just returned from battle! Skin tears, cuts, pain and other wounds become more apparent as soon as feet have been released from their encasing. Nevertheless, using gel in-soles made by companies such as Dr. Scholls can do wonders to alleviate some common problems.

Here are just a few issues gel insoles can resolve:

Pressure off your foot
Toe scrunching
Sliding forward in shoes

Since gel insoles can be transferred from one pair of heels to another it is easy to make all your shoes more comfy. However, how long will these good heel vibes last? It is recommended to replace gel insoles when they damage or it has been six months.

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Lifestyle

Save the Selfie! How You’re Causing Water Damage to Your Phone in Your Car

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 14, 2015August 14, 2015Leave a Comment

In these modern times technology is all around us in order to make life easier and smoother. Often times, especially here in the states and our hometown Los Angeles we literally live in our cars. To get anywhere we need them and when weather is an issue we are glad to have wheels.

Nevertheless, as nice as zipping around town on fours is, having a phone seems to be the pinnacle of life. It’s the mode to have instant communication with friends or family, direction mapper, selfie taker, data analyst, document creator and list goes on and on. However, these two awesome inventions can prove to be deadly when combined.

Dun… Dun…. Dun! Well, it will only be a scary situation if you allow it to be. What some ladies and gentlemen are not aware of is that they are causing water damage to their phones while in their cars. How is this happening?

Have you ever gone through a drive thru and ordered a drink and put said drink in a cup holder? Most of us have its what the holder was designed to do. Moreover, once that drink has been finished you may toss it and place your phone in the very spot it the drink had been located. The leftover condensation from the drink can seep inside through the charger port and wreak havoc.

It is like taking your phone and dropping it in its own little pool. Keep your phone safe by waiting for your cup holder to be dry or use napkins to speed up the process. You may also consider finding a different spot in your ride for your phone to chill at while you man the controls. Therefore, be careful with how you treat your phone in your auto and live to take another selfie.

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Beauty

Beauty Question: Is Mineral Makeup Safe?

Arianne Suggs August 11, 2015August 11, 2015Leave a Comment

Beauty Answer: This is a very wise question to ask because it involves making sure that our biggest organ on our body remains well-protected… our skin. More and more organic and “healthy” beauty products are on the rise because of recent discoveries of harmful ingredients in major products. Nevertheless, never assume that just because a product totes itself as being safe that it really is; always do your research before purchasing.

With that said not all mineral makeup products are good for you. There are some that contain a powdered form of titanium dioxide which can be quite dangerous to the body if inhaled. Now when titanium dioxide is in a cream based formed it is much safer because the solid form helps to prevent it from being inhaled. However, when titanium dioxide is inhaled as a powder the effects can be compared to those exposed to asbestos. Yikes!

Many exposed to asbestos for a short period of time are normally okay. Nevertheless, frequent exposure and after some time usually decades later the harmful effects become apparent and some even develop lung cancer. Now let’s that apply that to the using of mineral products with unsafe ingredients. A little exposure may not harm you, but most women apply makeup daily and reapply throughout the day. That is a lot of exposure which could do a lot of damage down the road. So then, always read the ingredients list carefully so that no matter what type of makeup you are purchasing you are protecting yourself and your health.

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Beauty

Do You Really Burn More Calories With Strength Training?

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 11, 2015August 11, 2015Leave a Comment

If you really want to maximize your burn you will want to begin a strength training program if you have not already added it to your fitness routine. Women tend to shy away from picking up weights out of fear of becoming or looking too bulky. It is true that exercise alone has numerous benefits that the body is sure to appreciate. These being:

lower cholesterol
decreased stress levels
lower blood pressure

Photo: John-Francis Bourke/Corbis

Moreover, getting moving period helps to boost metabolism and allow the body to begin building and producing lean body mass or muscle. Nevertheless, if you really want to send your metabolism through the roof strength training is your go-to option. Why is this the case?

Researchers have discovered that the more muscle mass that an individual has the faster their metabolism will be. Just how much of a difference will having more muscle make? Studies have shown that twenty to thirty percent of the calories we burn daily is determined solely on muscle mass. Therefore, more muscle gained through strength training which focuses on building muscle will mean a bigger burn.

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Beauty

Get the Beauty Look: Keke Palmer’s Pink Lip Color

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 7, 2015August 7, 2015Leave a Comment

Keke Palmer truly looked pretty in pink as she dazzled in the bright, rosy lip color. It can be a little intimadating to go so bright when it comes to lipstick, but the result can be so beautiful! Want to make Palmer’s lip look all your own?

MAC Cosmetics Candy Yum Yum Lipstick looks fabulous on brown and deeper toned skin

If the spirit is willing but the wallet is saying not till your next check, NYX is a great option.

Their Matte Lipstick in Sweet Pink is simply gorgeous.

Do your lips tend to feel like they have passed through the Sahara when wearing lipstick?

You are not alone, try Iman’s Moisturizing Lipstick in Flirtatious to get your pink fix without all the dryness.

Beauty Tips: Remember that bright lip color will not hide ANYTHING. Don’t skip out on any prep work in order to make your lips look absolutely divine. If your lips look lumpy due to dead skin it will be quite noticeable. Therefore, buff those lips smooth before any tint application to prevent this dreaded and often feared beauty issue.

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Beauty

Make Your Lips Bigger or Smaller Without Surgery

Arianne Suggs August 6, 2015August 6, 2015Leave a Comment

As much as we love ourselves most women would like to change one or two things in regards to their appearance. As the saying goes we all want what we can’t have. Ever noticed that a woman with a beautiful physique may want smaller hips or she may have a great facial bone structure yet desires a softer look. No matter what beauty each of us possess still a small change here and there could be nice.

Today we are going to focus on the lips, whether you want them fuller or thinner this post will help get you there. To perform this beauty feat all you will need is a lip pencil aka liner. Nevertheless, when you doing this you never want to go too far or overboard otherwise the ending result will look unnatural. The reason why this trick works so well is because lip pencils allow you to cleanly redefine your lips in a subtle manner.

Create Fullness: Use the lip liner to trace and outline your lips as normal, but create the line a slightly outside your natural lip line. Doing so will give you a larger area to fill making your lips look instantly bigger.

Thin the Pout: Outline your lips using the lip pencil, but instead of following your mouth’s natural outline trace just on the inside. This will give the appearance that a small amount of lip has done a poof magic trick.

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Beauty

Discover Your Skin’s Undertone By Using Jewelry

Arianne Suggs August 6, 2015August 6, 2015Leave a Comment

Why exactly is it important to know and understand the undertone of your skin? Being aware of what category you fall under will help you not only beauty wise, but also when choosing various fashions. Discovering whether you are a warm, cool or neutral undertone will help you purchase cosmetics and couture that truly suit you. This is because you will know what colors are appropriate for your skin type enabling you to truly look your best. Imagine your skin looking more radiant and your eyes more dazzling and all because it is like everything you are wearing was specifically as well as specially made for you.

If seeing is believing or you just happen to be more of a visual person in general there is a simple test that you can perform in order to discover your skin’s undertone. All you need to do is locate two pieces of jewelry, one being gold and the other silver. You will use these accessories to help give yourself a proper assessment of your skin.

To perform the jewelry test first try on your gold jewelry and take note of your skin.

Next, do the same with your silver jewelry remaining observant of how your skin looks.

Once both the gold and silver has been worn ask yourself the following questions and be as honest as possible: Which color of jewelry complimented my skin the most? Did I look better wearing gold or silver? If you answered gold then you possess a warm undertone, but if silver made you resemble a beauty queen then you a cool lady.

Now what happens if you looked great in silver and gold? Although very rare, this indicates that you have a neutral undertone which means the sky is kind of the limit. You have a much larger range of tints and shades that will look amazing on you. If you are not quite sure what undertone you are after performing the jewelry test you might benefit from the paper test. Lastly, at the outset of this post we mentioned that knowing your undertone will help you know which colors look best on you. Check out this quick post which reveals colors you are going to want to wear!

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Fashion

21 Times Rihanna Has Stunned in Pink

Arianne Suggs August 6, 2015August 6, 2015Leave a Comment

She’s innovative, a fashion chameleon, talented and has a career that spans an entire decade. Rihanna has made headlines for her music as well as her edgy and modern style. Throughout the years RiRi has kept us guessing and ultimately intrigued as to what she will wear next.

Nevertheless, have you ever taken note of how many times BBHMM singer has worn a particular tint? Rihanna has worn every color in the spectrum, but pink seems to reign supreme. Therefore, move over Baskin Robbins because Rihanna doesn’t need 21 flavors, she can turns with just one!

Here are just a few pink ensembles that we have loved from this fashion icon: