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Showing posts with label beauty tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beauty tips. Show all posts

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Notes on mineral make up products and beauty websites

My posting today consists of reviews and notes on make up products, websites, and videos about make up and tutorials.

I've been loving make up since my junior high years, but of course at that time I couldn't wear them because of the age. But I have started applying moisturizer and lip balm at that age :)

As I grew up, I started to use make up when I went to college. Bought so many lip colors to try on.
Eye shadow and blush were used when I started my first job, and the adventure begins.

Now, I have a vision to have my own business in make up or skin and body treatment products. I'm still doing my research on the products that I should promote.

Let's start with make up products.

I'm going to discuss about mineral make-up, because this type of beauty products has attracted my attention. Mineral make-up in my country, Indonesia, is not that common yet. I know some of the make-up line such as Revlon and The Body Shop have entered this segment, but they are not focus on mineral make-up, so this line can be only stay in the market for awhile then I may not see them again in the future.
The Body Shop mineral make up lines are too expensive. We are also required to buy brushes separately, which are costly too.

I bought my first mineral make up product when I was in Shanghai. It's from Maybelline, called Pure Mineral Natural Healthy Powder Foundation, W2 shade. It provide brush in the package. Price was RMB 199. I couldn't get much information about this powder because the Make Up Specialist couldn't speak English. She just showed me how to apply the powder. Also, I think the shade didn't match my skin tone because it looks dull on me.

During my research for mineral make up product line. If I'm going to import these products, I need to consider product pricing and shipment cost, so I can provide new, interesting, economical beauty products to my market.

I found these brands match my category:
- http://pureluxecosmetics.com
It has lots of eye shadow colors and you can always buy sample at only USD 1!
The maker is also concern on social responsibility to help, e.g. cancer patients.

- http://www.larenim.com
I love the Dusk til Dawn™ Skin Care, which is recommended for those with blemish prone and/or oily skin.

- http://www.monave.com
Has affordable samples too but not much choice on full size: 10 gr!

- http://www.lumierecosmetics.com

I bumped to http://lovingminerals.com, a site owned by Malaysian ladies that sells some of the brands above. I have ordered my samples, can't wait to try them :)
I'm thinking to contact the lady for discussion about the business.

Next, I need to learn how I apply mineral make up because it will be different from the usual make up lines. Above brands provide tutorial and make up tips too. That will be helpful!
So, I found so many tutorial videos and websites about the topics on YouTube.Com. I looked the ones that uses above brands so I have the picture about the application.



Another Malaysian lady's website that interests me is SkinDeco.Net. She's really creative and provides so many make up tutorials, also she lives in Malaysia, which is close to Indonesia. So her choosing of color may match my skin tone.

I'm planning to order some of the products to try (eye colors from Pure Luxe are my priority!) and will write down my business plan.....

Friday, January 30, 2009

Being in cold weather

I was in Shanghai for four weeks (Nov 16 - Dec 14, 2008).

It was winter season.

After three days stayed there, I started to feel my body changing because of cold weather. Of course, I'm from tropical country and then must stay in four-season country for almost one month!

My skin started to crack, causing some small wounds in some parts of my body. The skin on my fingers was dry. My face broke out and my lips were dry too, they were tight, I had trouble to smile.
Even my scalp got dry and it's like I was having dandruff. The problem was: I brought wrong type of clothes and I didn't bring all the moisturizer I needed just because I was very concern about my baggage weight!

So at the first weekend when we had time to go to down town, I and my colleagues dropped by at Watson’s. My boss recommended some items to be used. I bought several types of moisturizers:

Neutrogena Oil Free, RMB 199, it’s for face moisturizer

Pantene Shampoo with Milk Protein, for my dry hair

Vaseline Intensive Care for Dry Skin, 200 ml, RMB 53

I had my sunscreen cream and lip care from Jakarta (both from The Face Shop, Korea), so I didn’t need to buy new ones. I also brought my Cocoa shower cream from The Body Shop, it has natural cocoa oil to protect the skin from dryness.

Every time I wash my hands or my face, I apply hand cream or face moisturizer afterwards. Then when I felt my lip care worn off, I apply some more.

Now, after done my research in internet about how we take care of our skin in cold weather, here are some tips I can share with you:
  • Limit your time in the shower, and bathe in warm rather than hot water, since hot water can strip your skin of moisture.
  • Use a body wash instead of bar soap, which can often be too harsh; pat, don't rub, yourself dry; and apply a moisturizer liberally when the skin is still moist.
  • Choose the right moisturizer. Moisturizers work not by putting water into the skin, but by slowing the natural loss of water from the skin. Look for one that's both thick and mild.
  • But for your face, remember to use an oil-free lotion in order to minimize clogged pores.
  • Avoid harsh ingredients. Use thick, creamy cleansers if your skin is regularly dry or a foaming gel if your skin is oily.
  • Always apply sunscreen to exposed areas of skin, including the face, tops of ears, and backs of hands, and use a lip balm to prevent chapping.
  • It's important to increase your intake of water and other fluids. Avoid caffeinated drinks like soda and coffee, which can have a diuretic effect.


For you who's from tropical country, I hope this tips help you when you are traveling to cold countries.


Sunday, October 26, 2008

Manfaat Madu

1. Kerontokan rambut

Orang yang mengalami kerontokan rambut atau kebotakan dapat memakai campuran minyak zaitun panas, 1 sendok makan madu dan 1 sendok teh bubuk kayu manis sebelum mandi. Oleskan di kepala dan diamkan selama kira-kira 15 menit setelah itu baru dibasuh. Penelitian itu juga membuktikan ramuan yang didiamkan dikepala selama 5 menit pun tetap efektif.

2. Infeksi kandung kemih

Campurkan 2 sendok makan bubuk kayumanis dan 1 sendok teh madu ke dalam segelas air suam-suam kuku. Setelah itu diminum. Ramuan ini membunuh kuman-kuman dalam kandung kemih.

3. Sakit gigi

Buat campuran 1 sendok teh bubuk kayu manis dan 5 sendok teh madu.

4. Kolesterol

Kadar kolesterol darah dapat diturunkan dengan 2 sendok makan madu dan 3 sendok teh bubuk kayu manis yang dicampur dalam 16 ounce (16 kali 28 gram kira kira 1 pon = 454 gram) air teh. Ramuan ini dapat mengurangi kadar kolesterol dalam darah sampai 10 persen dalam 2 jam. Madu murni yang diminum sehari-hari meringankan gangguan kolesterol.

5. Pilek

Pilek ringan dan berat dapat disembuhkan dengan 1 sendok makan madu suam-suam kuku dan ¼ sendok teh bubuk kayu manis setiap hari selama 3 hari. Ramuan ini dapat menyembuhkan hampir semua batuk dan pilek kronis serta membersihkan sinus.

6. Mandul

Pengobatan Yunani dan Ayurveda telah menggunakan madu selama bertahun-tahun untuk memperkuat semen (air mani = sperma) para pria. Dua sendok makan madu yang diminum secara teratur sebelum tidur akan berefek menyuburkan. Wanita Jepang, C ina dan Asia Timur yang sulit hamil dan ingin memperkuat rahim, lazim mengkonsumsi bubuk kayu manis sejak berabad-abad lalu.

Wanita yang sulit hamil sebaiknya sesering mungkin mengoleskan madu dan sesendok teh bubuk kayu manis pada gusinya. Kayu manis akan bercampur dengan air ludah dan memasuki tubuh. Ada pasangan suami istri dari Maryland tidak memiliki keturunan selama 14 tahun dan nyaris putus asa. Ketika mengetahui khasiat kayu manis dan madu, mereka mengkonsumsi ramuan tersebut. Sang istri mulai mengandung dan melahirkan bayi kembar.

7. Sakit perut

Madu yang dicampur bubuk kayu manis dapat mengobati sakit perut. Juga dapat membersihkan perut, serta menyembuhkan bisul sampai ke akar-akarnya.

8. Kembung

Penelitian yang dilakukan di India dan Jepang menyatakan bahwa madu yang diminum bersama kayu manis dapat mengurangi gas dalam perut.

9. Bau napas

Satu sendok teh madu dan bubuk kayu manis yang dicampur dalam air panas dapat membuat nafas tetap segar sehari penuh. Orang Amerika Selatan biasa meminum ramuan tersebut di pagi hari.

10. Sakit kepala sinus

Minum campuran madu dan juice jeruk dapat menyembuhkan sakit kepala karena sinus.

11. Kelelahan

Studi terakhir menunjukkan bahwa kandungan gula dalam madu lebih bermanfaat daripada merugi-kan bagi tubuh. Warga usia lanjut yang mengkonsumsi madu dan bubuk kayu manis dengan ukur-an sama, terbukti lebih bugar dan fleksibel. Penelitian Dr. Milton membuktikan ½ sendok makan madu yang diminum bersama segelas air dan ditaburi bubuk kayu manis dapat meningkatkan vitali-tas tubuh dalam seminggu. Ramuan tersebut diminum setiap hari setelah menggosok gigi dan jam 3 sore pada saat vitalitas tubuh menurun.

12. Kanker

Riset terakhir di Jepang dan Australia menunjukan bahwa kanker perut dan tulang stadium lanjut dapat disembuhkan dengan madu dan kayu manis. Pasien cukup minum 1 sendok makan madu dengan 1 sendok teh bubuk kayu manis selama sebulan 3 kali sehari.

13. Kelebihan berat badan

Minum segelas air yang direbus bersama madu dan bubuk kayu manis setiap pagi ½ jam sebelum sarapan atau saat perut masih kosong. Bila dilakukan secara teratur dapat mengurangi berat badan, bahkan bagi orang yang sangat gemuk, minum ramuan ini secara teratur akan mencegah lemak terakumulasi dalam tubuh, meski tetap makan makanan kalori tinggi.

14. Influenza

Ilmuwan Spanyol telah membuktikan bahwa madu berisi kandungan alami yang membunuh kuman influenza dan menyembuhkan pasien dari flu. Maka minumlah madu ketika akan flu.

15. Jerawat

Oleskan 3 sendok makan madu dan 1 sendok teh bubuk kayu manis pada wajah sebelum tidur. Basuh keesokan harinya dengan air hangat. Bila dilakukan rutin setiap hari selama 2 minggu, akan menyembuhkan jerawat sampai ke akar-akarnya.

16. Infeksi kulit

Ambil 1 bagian madu dan 1 bagian bubuk kayu manis, oleskan pada bagian kulit yang sakit.

17. Mencegah penuaan

Teh yang dicampur madu dan bubuk kayu manis dan diminum tiap hari dapat mencegah penuaan. Ambil 4 sendok madu, 1 sendok bubuk kayu manis dan 3 cangkir air kemudian rebus seperti mem-buat teh. Minumlah sebanyak 4 kali sehari. Ramuan ini membuat kulit segar dan halus serta men-cegah penuaan. Harapan hidup juga bertambah

18. Arthritis (radang sendi / Encok)

Ambil 1 bagian madu dan 2 bagian air suam-suam kuku. Tambahkan 1 sendok teh kecil bubuk kayu manis. Campur madu, air suam-suam kuku dan bubuk kayu manis. Pijat ke bagian yang sakit secara perlahan. Rasa sakit akan berkurang dalam waktu 1-2 menit. Atau penderita arthritis dapat minum 1 cangkir air panas dengan 2 sendok madu dan 1 sendok teh kecil bubuk kayu manis setiap hari, pagi dan malam.

Bila diminum teratur, ramuan ini dapat mengobati penyakit arthritis kronis. Penelitian terakhir Copenhagen University menggunakan campuran 1 sendok makan madu dan ½ sendok teh bubuk kayu manis yang diberikan kepada pasien sebelum sarapan. Hasilnya dalam seminggu 73 dari 200 pasien yang diobati sembuh total. Kebanyakan pasien yang tidak dapat berjalan atau bergerak karena arthritis dapat berjalan tanpa rasa sakit.

19. Penyakit jantung

Oleskan madu dan bubuk kayu manis pada roti pada waktu sarapan setiap harinya. Madu dan kayu manis mengurangi kolesterol dalam pembuluh arteri, dan mengurangi resiko serangan jantung. Orang yang sudah terkena serangan jantung bila mengkonsumsi madu dan kayu manis setiap hari dapat terhindar dari serangan jantung kedua.

Konsumsi madu dan kayu manis secara teratur dapat memperlancar pernapasan dan memperkuat detak jantung. Panti Wredha (jompo) di Amerika dan Kanada, berhasil mengobati penghuninya yang memiliki gangguan pembuluh darah karena tersumbat, dan berkurang fleksibilitasnya karena usia, dengan ramuan tersebut.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Beauty Reminder

Basic Skin Care Tips

* Don't wash your skin too often... Washing strips oil and moisture. Besides, tap water contains chlorine which causes oxidative damage. Washing your face twice a day is sufficient.
* Do not smoke... Smoking can cause the skin to age prematurely, as well as take on an unflattering sallow tone. Nicotine will reverse your anti aging routine quicker than anything else.
* Warm water over hot... When bathing choose warm water over hot. It is not as drying and is more natural.
* Get ample sleep... Most of the body's repair and rejuvenation occurs while you sleep.
* Follow a nightly regimen... Apply products 1 hour before bedtime to allow ample time to penetrate the skin.
* Exercise regularly... It increases the flow of nutrients and oxygen to the skin, which will give skin a natural, healthy glow.
* Choose products carefully... Everyone's skin is different, so try several to see which products work best for you and which produce an anti effect.
* Never sleep with makeup... Sleeping with makeup is not natural for your skin. It may also have an adverse effect with your anti aging routine.