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I am a senior citizen recently retired after working for 50 years in various professions. I find social media intriguing, blogging uplifting, and technology in general a welcomed challenge. My newest interests are Aromatherapy and Essential Oils. I have recently acquired an Aromatherapist Certification from the New York Institute of Aromatics. I write about all of these interests as topics on my various blogs. I am hopeful that the posts I create bring information that is useful and moves my readers to explore more.
Beauty

Summer’s Skincare Tips

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I am not sure that I’ve ever thought about changing my skincare routine during summer months.  Have you?

Try considering the steps/techniques below during this transitional period.

I searched the www for answers. One dermatologist,  Dr. Cynthia Bailey, based in California suggested, that we may need to stop using  exfoliating skin care products such as scrubs and rough cloths, retinoid products and even glycolic acid products so that your skin can thicken up to better deflect UV rays.

Wikihow had a formula on how to choose a sunscreen: Use the SPF that’s right for you. Think about how quickly you burn on a sunny day. Multiply that number in minutes by the sun protection factor (SPF) of the sunscreen you’re considering. The result will tell you the maximum amount of time the sunscreen will keep you protected.

WebMD advises: Sunburns –They’re uncomfortable, to be sure. But they can also cause premature aging and lead to skin cancer. Your best bet is to limit how much sun you get — especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when those rays are at their strongest.

There’s so much to know about how to care for your skin during this transitional period and during the summer months. For product suggestions, click the link below.

Stay Beautiful!

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Beauty

Cruelty Free – Skin Loving Serums

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♦ This is the third post in the Serums series. For HairBlues followers who prefer to use Cruelty-Free cosmetics,  I recently found a very nice website that has reasonable prices, and nicely presented products. Click the source link for more information.

  • Serums, valued for their ability to deliver a high concentration of active ingredients directly to the skin, are made up of tiny molecules that can penetrate deeply into the skin. Due to their potency, they are perfect for addressing specific skin concerns. Each of our serums has different benefits for your skin.

Source: Skin Loving Serums

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Skin Serums for Skin Problems

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I chose the picture of this attractive young woman because she appears to have flawless skin.

Those of you who follow HairBlues learned something about serums from my post last month. You can imagine that I was delighted to find an article in the March 2018 issue of Real Simple magazine, which was all about Serums.  As a follow-up to that post, I thought you might like to read what serums the article suggested that we explore for various skin issues.  Yes!  There are serums that can address your particular needs from skin discoloration, anti-aging, antioxidants and acne fighters to name a few. Prices ranged from costly ($150.00) to low ($5.00). Continue reading Skin Serums for Skin Problems →

Beauty, Moisturizers, skincare

Skin Serums: Do they work?

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What do you know about skin serums? Do they work? Are they worth the cost? Are they good/bad for your skin?

  • According to some of the research I did, serums can help with various kinds of skin problems like, wrinkles, acne, redness, or dryness. They can  produce powerful results, compared to other skin care products.  Since they are water-based, your skin absorbs them quickly. Also, they don’t have petrolatum, or other kinds of oil. Serums have nutrients, (like retinol and vitamin C), which are good for your skin.

Continue reading Skin Serums: Do they work? →

Beauty

Fountain of Youth Exercises

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Alright,  alright, alright…. What if told you the Fountain of Youth is attainable with just a few dedicated exercises done by you?  Yes!
Are you excited?  I bet you are.  There are no big costs involved, and I am eager to share with you what I read recently in an article, which appeared in the New York Times. Below is a summary of the highlights I think you will want to try.

  • Facial Exercises are key.  And, expressive movements.  With these exercises some women who were middle-aged reduced their facial aging by about 3 years!
  • After doing the exercises for an estimate of 8 weeks, results significantly reduced aging by week 20.
  • These exercises targeted the face and neck.

Continue reading Fountain of Youth Exercises →

Beauty, Healthcare, skincare

Healthwise: New Year Checkups!

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Happy New  Year from HairBlues !

Now that you have written all of your New Year’s resolutions, and have committed to carrying through with those intentions, I’d like to make another suggestion that you may not have thought about.

I am talking about getting a skin checkup as part of your yearly healthwise plan.

You might be surprised to find out that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer there is. It’s incredibly prevalent; some skin-care statistics show that 2-3 million instances of skin cancer will be diagnosed globally every year. The good news is that skin cancer can be treated as long as it’s caught early… Read More »Source: Why You Should Get a Yearly Skin Cancer Exam – Leading MCW Continue reading Healthwise: New Year Checkups! →

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Holiday Party Looks 2017

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Although, I’m retired, it’s still fun to think about what to wear to a business holiday party.

Do you have your holiday party look together yet?  I’ve searched the Internet to see what I could find for you ladies & gents.  I must say some of the looks are fabulous.

Prices range from the high to low-end, but I can assure you there is something there for you all.  In fact, even if you don’t decide to spend the extra dollars for this season – you can certainly use some of the fashion ideas.

Ladies can view the gallery of outfits by clicking the pics below.

Men can click the pic  below for ideas.Enjoy the season!

Beauty

Massage & Wellness

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Have you ever considered massage therapy as part of your wellness routine?  What if I told you massage therapy could provide the following:  pain relief; reduction in stress; better sleep; and, lower blood pressure.  Just to name a few benefits.

Here are some findings:
American Massage Therapy Association
♦ Specific to osteoarthritis in the knee, a research study funded by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) found that a 60-minute “dose” of Swedish massage therapy performed once a week for pain was both optimal and practical.5
♦ Two recent clinical studies report that patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy in their feet can significantly benefit from foot massage. Each study relied on a different massage technique, although both shared similarly positive conclusions.
♦Though limited, there have been a few studies that point to a positive connection between massage and migraine relief.

Note: Before your insurance will pay for the massage, you must provide proof from your primary health care physician that it is a medically necessary procedure. Continue reading Massage & Wellness →

Beauty

New Graphics & Bright Eye Makeup Ideas

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I have long been a fan of bright eye makeup, even before it was considered acceptable.  Therefore, I was absolutely delighted to see a recent article, which featured ‘graphic’ and bright eye makeup ideas. In fact, it was all the rage on this year’s fall runways!

Some of the graphic suggestions you may want to consider are:

  • Keep your skin ‘natural’; fill in your eyebrows lightly.
  • Wear bare eyelashes, or use clear mascara.
  • Use a light base of foundation, or primer to keep your eyeliner in place.
  • Draw the ‘Wings’ first, use multiple shades, and avoid a perfect match!

    ♥ Sounds like so much fun! Read the article and get creative. Source:
    New York Times, Graphic Eye Makeup

 

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Hair Loss & New Remedies

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Those of us who suffer from hair loss remain hopeful that new remedies for this problem will continue to come forward and become more available. After all, we can go to Jupiter right?  The hair loss issue is ongoing, complex and continues to grow.  Even Instagram Star Kayla Itsines thought it was important enough to share her hair loss. I think it’s comforting for young women who are feeling ‘singled-out’ and scared to know they are not alone, and it’s not just a ‘senior citizen’ problem 🙂

Having said that, I am encouraged by a recent article in the New York Times about a Danish company, Harklinikken.  This company is opening clinics in the US.  Yes! Read a summary of what I learned.  As always you can view the entire article on your own by clicking the source link. Continue reading Hair Loss & New Remedies →