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Lashing Out - Opt for Natural, Longer, Lush Lashes

January 28th, 2015 • Posted by Skinergize Skin Care • Permalink

Full, long and healthy eyelashes are all the rage today! From the early false eyelashes that were made of human hair woven through fine gauze for Hollywood movie stars, to store-bought false lashes, and now the salon applied eyelash extensions - the lash craze is here to stay. There is another method to enhance your natural eyelash appearance, but let's go through a quick lesson on eyelashes and their growth cycle. Eyelashes are hair, so treating your lashes as you would treat the hair on your head is no different. The hair growth cycle has three phases know as ACT. A for Anagen which is the growth phase. C for Catagen which is the falling out stage. T for Telogen which is the resting stage, such as the hair on your head or lash line. The scalp hair cycles range from 6 months to 7 years, and eyelash cycles have a much shorter range of 30-60 days. In other words, lashes grow out and turn over on average every 45-60 days. Treating your natural lashes with a lash conditioner such as Jane Iredale's Pure Lash, Lash Extender & Conditioner will prevent breakage while encouraging growth. Grande Naturals Grande Lash-MD is infused with amino acids, peptides, and vitamins to promote longer, fuller and thicker lashes within 4-6 weeks. Using both of these products as directed will encourage your own natural lashes to grow long and strong. These products can be used at home, without the need to return to salon appointments to replace fallen lash extensions at a very costly price. Store-bought false eyelashes applied with glue, can ruin your natural lashes over time, leaving you with little to no eyelashes. Conditioning your natural lashes in the comfort of your own home, not only saves you money and time, but will keep your eyelashes healthy, long and beautiful for years to come! For more information, visit or call Skinergize Skin Care.


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Beauty Tips for Big Eyes

June 19th, 2014 • Posted by SKINERGIZE • Permalink

Big eyes are some of the most intensely beautiful eyes you will ever see. A few celebrities who have big eyes include Zooey Deschanel, Christina Ricci and Amanda Seyfried. If you have eyes like this too, then you know what a struggle it can be to apply eye makeup. Not all makeup techniques work with big eyes.  Here are a few tips to enhance your big beautiful eyes.

  • If your big eyes are set closer together, less than an eye’s width apart, use light eye shadows on the inner corners of the eyes and use dark shades on the outer corners of the eyes. Not only will they enhance your big beautiful eyes, but they will create a balance and make eyes appear a little more evenly spaced apart.

  • If your big eyes are set far apart, more than an eye’s width apart, you should avoid shimmery eye shadow or your eyes will appear even farther apart. Instead, opt for the matte shades of eye shadow and focus the darker eye shadow shades on the inner corners of the eyes. This will bring harmony to your features and make it seem like your eyes are more evenly spaced apart.

  • If your big eyes are real round, line only the top lashes and flick the liner up at the outer corners of the eyes. This will make eyes appear more elongated.

  • Avoid using light or shimmery eye shadows all over the lid, because they make big eyes appear even bigger. Instead, use darker eye shadows and line your lower waterlines.

  • Make sure to highlight your inner corners and brow bone.

  • Apply mascara on both the upper and lower lashes.

  • To really add emphasis, consider having false lashes or lash extensions applied to both upper and lower lash lines.


Have you heard of the Ancient Chinese face reading principles? The main idea behind it is that certain facial characteristics are linked to certain personality traits. Those with big eyes are said to be very open-minded, intelligent, creative and full of curiosity.  They are romantic in nature and have beautiful imaginations.

Big, bold eyes are seductive and captivating. Be proud of your gorgeous peepers! Now that we have empowered you with the knowledge you need to enhance your beautiful eyes, all you need to do is practice. If you’d like to learn more about how to enhance your unique features, contact us and set up an appointment today.


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Glowing Summer Skin

June 2nd, 2014 • Posted by SKINERGIZE • Permalink

There are few things as deliciously pleasing as soaking up the summer's rays on a hot afternoon. Keeping skin healthy and safe during the summer is not quite as simple, but achievable by following a few skin care rules of the road and planning ahead.

Hydrate

Hotter weather causes more perspiration, so replenish your body's supply of H2O regularly to keep skin hydrated and healthy. Our bodies are made mostly of water, so an adequate daily water intake would be about 13 cups of non-caffeine liquids for men and about 9 cups for women. These amounts can vary, depending on how active you are and how hot it is outside. Additional tips include applying lotion while skin is still damp from the shower and spritzing water on your face to keep your skin moist.

Sunscreen

The Skin Cancer Foundation states on its website that most sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher do a good job of protecting skin from the sun's damaging UVB rays. However, the key is to apply the sunscreen liberally and often, especially when spending more than a few minutes outdoors, such as while visiting a theme park, gardening or parked poolside for the day. The Skin Cancer Foundation suggests putting on a full ounce (about a shot glass full) of the lotion about 15 minutes before venturing outdoors and then re-applying the same amount every two hours.

Limit Sun Exposure

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) recommends limiting sun exposure as a preventative to skin cancer. While a little bit of sun exposure helps your body produce vitamin D, overexposure, particularly that resulting in sunburn, is dangerous. People with fair skin and freckles may be particularly prone to skin cancer and should avoid too much exposure. ASCO advocates limiting exposure during the hours of the day when the sun is most intense, which is 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The rule of thumb is that if your shadow is shorter than you are, then it is time to seek shade.

Eat Red and Orange Foods

Dr. Mehmet Oz recommended eating red and orange foods in a June 2012 article, because these foods contain the antioxidants lycopene and beta-carotene. He shared, "These tasty vegetables offer natural protection from the sun, and may help repair cells after sun damage." There are some additional foods that can up your protection from UV rays, but don't think that eating these foods negates the need for sunscreen. You'll still need to protect skin in other ways.

  • Salmon
    Wild salmon offers the antioxidant astaxanthin, which helps repair UV-ray damaged skin.

  • Tomatoes and Olive Oil
    As you probably already know, tomatoes have phytochemicals. In a 2001 study, German researchers found that those who combined 40 gram of tomato paste with a couple of teaspoons of olive oil were less likely to get sunburned.

  • Green Tea
    Among the many other health benefits of green tea, it is high in catechins, which protect skin from UV damage.

Exfoliate

Dry skin can be a problem both in the winter and summer. Regular exfoliation is the key to clearing away dead skin cells so healthy skin can be revealed. There are many scrubs and products that can help you exfoliate at home while you are waiting for your next scheduled facial. A regular facial encourages skin to take on that healthy, fresh and hydrated glow.

Ongoing Skin Health

There is no reason to be scared of summer skin as long as precautions are taken and skin is kept hydrated and protected. The extra rays can help improve mood and productivity because of additional daylight hours. However, remember that sun damage can build throughout a lifetime of sun exposure, so try to avoid getting sunburned. Those who are on prescriptions that cause sun sensitivity should avoid the outdoors, especially during times when sunlight is intense. Do a regular skin self-exam, carefully monitoring moles and marks for any changes or growth. If your skin has a suspicious place, visit the doctor or dermatologist for further analysis.


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