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Health and Beauty Tip -- Quick Nail Tip
If you don't have time to do your nails, try this: remove any nail polish, soak your nails in lemon juice to get rid of stains, then use a nail buffer for a quick shine.
Quote of the Day
You're dealing with the demon of external validation. You can't beat external validation. You want to know why? Because it feels sooo good.
Health and Beauty Tip -- Styling Fine Hair
If your hair lacks body, here's a quick tip: lower your head and brush your hair from underneath while you dry it. It really does work! If you still want a little more body, use a round brush.
Quote of the Day
Every instance of heartbreak can teach us powerful lessons about creating the kind of love we really want.
Health and Beauty Tip -- Help for Damaged Hair
Give your hair time to repair itself. Keep the heat off by letting your hair air-dry as often as possible. If you must use a hair dryer, use a nozzle to put some distance between you and the dryer's heat.
Quote of the Day
I like people who refuse to speak until they are ready to speak.
Health and Beauty Tip -- Keep Away the Frizz
If you have naturally curly hair, you may get frizzy as your hair dries. There's a simple solution -- don't touch it! Wait until your hair is at least 90% dry (either let it air dry or use a diffuser) before touching it, then tousle it with your fingers to style.
Quote of the Day
"Hollywood is like Picasso's bathroom."
Health and Beauty Tip -- Quick Eye Enhancement
Don't have time (or energy) for full makeup? Even a little work on your eyelashes can brighten your whole face. Curl your lashes and put on a bit of mascara -- it only takes a second, and it makes your eyes look great in a hurry.
Quote of the Day
"I don't believe in intuition. When you get sudden flashes of perception, it is just the brain working faster than usual. But you've been getting ready to know it for a long time, and when it comes, you feel you've known it always."
Health and Beauty Tip -- Look Rested
Always make sure to get the right amount of sleep ... but if you just can't one night, you don't have to look exhausted the next day. Before you shower, apply a thick layer of moisturizer to your face. Use an invigorating shower gel and end with a cool rinse. Gently massage off the moisturizer at the end of the shower with a damp washcloth. ...Read more
Quote of the Day
God gave women intuition and femininity. Used properly, the combination easily jumbles the brain of any man I've ever met.
Health and Beauty Tip -- Food for Healthier Skin
Drinking lots of water really is good for you, and it also keeps your skin looking younger and healthier. Low-sugar fruits, like berries and melons, also help keep your skin firm without being so sweet as to increase your blood sugar (which encourages water retention and increased inflammation).
Quote of the Day
"Let us make one point, that we meet each other with a smile, when it is difficult to smile. Smile at each other, make time for each other in your family."
Health and Beauty Tip -- Food for Shiny Hair
Want to give your hair a little extra shine? Increase the amount of vitamin E in your diet -- nuts and green vegetables are good for this. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids also improve your hair's health ... you can get those from salt-water fish and dark green, leafy veggies.
Quote of the Day
A kiss can be a comma, a question mark, or an exclamation point. That's the basic spelling that every woman ought to know.
Health and Beauty Tip -- Complementing Your Clothing
Contrary to popular belief, it's not necessary to match the color of your outfit exactly when choosing makeup. The first thing you should bear in mind is your skin tone -- what looks best on you? Once you know what colors work best for you, choose from those to complement what you're wearing.
Quote of the Day
"Frugality without creativity is deprivation."
Health and Beauty Tip -- Treat Yourself During Diets
Remember, it's not healthy to cut all fat from your diet. Your body still needs a little to maintain good health. One way to do this is to, on occasion, treat yourself to a little of your favorite food. Your body won't crave it as much, which will discourage binging later on. Just don't overdo it -- be responsible!
Quote of the Day
Everybody wants to do something to help, but nobody wants to be first.