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Looking at the beauty isle, you can tell that most everyone on this planet wants to regain their youthful appearance. However, those beauty items could be having the opposite effect. Here are five mistakes people make which can add years to their appearance.

1. Caking on the Foundation AND Choosing the Wrong Color Foundation. These two missteps can add years to your look. Women will try to add more foundation where there are wrinkles to try and smooth them out. That is not the way to go. Rather, when applying foundation, take a sponge and blot the areas where you have wrinkles to get rid of the excess. Also, only use foundation where absolutely necessary…The more of your natural face we see, the younger you will actually appear. Also, use a sheer foundation or a tinted moisturizer. The key is to have your skin well hydrated which will automatically make it look fresh and youthful. Second part is choosing the correct color. Often, women will choose a foundation that is too light for their complexion and end up looking washed out – they then try to cake on more foundation (see above for results of caked on foundation). Rather, choose a foundation which is a shade or two darker than your tone and make sure it has luminescent particles in it. This will hide any pigmentation or sun damage and give your face a healthy looking glow.

2. Too much concealer under the eyes. The skin under our eyes thins out as we age so as in tip one, you need to be careful not to cake on the concealer as it will have the same aging effects. Rather, go light with the concealer and use a brush to apply it (rather than your fingers). The brush will distribute the concealer more evenly. Another tip is to only put the concealer in the dark ares – not the entire eye.

3. Applying Blush to the apples of your cheeks. As you age, the apples of your cheeks will start to sag. So, applying blush to them will only highlight the problem. Rather, start at the highest point of your cheekbone (avoid getting too close to the nose) and brush upward. Use a large blush brush that can cover teh entire cheekbone with one swipe. Now to tackle blush colors. Avoid the deeper or brighter colors and opt for a neutral rose color. It is perfect for all skin tones and will give you a subtle glow and brighten up your face.

4. Using dark or extreme lip colors and skipping the liner. As you age, your lip line will tend to fade or lighten. This can cause lipstick to bleed past the line. By simply lining your lips with a clear lip liner, you can avoid this from happening and not look too flamboyant with your lips. Also, avoid colors that are “heavy” like brights, darks, metallics or iridescents. These will look too heavy on your face. Try a neutral rose color and consider a light lip gloss which will also brighten your face. Another tip when it comes to lips. If you are going to put on lipstick or gloss, don’t skip the rest of your face…At least apply some bronzer and mascara to balance out your face.

5. Eyeliner and mascara on the lower lids. They will highlight your crow’s feet and dark circles. Instead, keep the liner and mascara on the top lids only. When applying mascara be sure to use an eyelash curler first as it is the easiest way to make your eyes look bigger. Then, apply a deep black mascara that is not too thick. The black will make the whites of your eyes look whiter and the lighter formula will help you avoid the caked on look. When applying liner, start thin at the corner of your eyes and thicken as you get to the edge of your eyes. It will make your eyes look bright and open.

Whether you have straight, curly, wavy, short or long, you can take some very simple steps to achieve illustrious shine to your hair.

You are what you eat. Same is true for a healthy, shiny mane. It is important to eat foods rich in protein, iron and omega 3 fatty fats as these help boost your shine over time. So, eat foods like greens, sweet potatoes, red meat, greens, nuts, fish, eggs, beans, dairy products, avocados, salmon and flaxseed oil. Also, take a vitamin E supplement or simply buy hair products that have Vitamin E in them.

Try to avoid shampoos that contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Ammonium Laureth Sulfate. These will strip your hair and make it look dull. Try L’oreal Everpure shampoo ($7, drugstores). However, milder shampoos won’t be able to get rid of silicone or wax. So, you may have to experiment with these shampoos to see what works best on your hair.

Condition, condition, condition. There seems to be a myth out there that alleges over conditioning hair will lead to greasy hair. That is just not true. In fact, you should condition every time you shampoo your hair. Choose nutrient rich conditioners that have avocado oil, olive oil, or shea butter. These nutrients will not only moisturize your hair but also fill in any cracks in the hair shaft. Also, a deep conditioning treatment once a week recommended. You don’t have to go to the salon or even buy product at the store. Some simple home remedies include smearing mayo on dry hair (avoid getting it close to hairline or scalp). Work it into the hair and wrap with plastic wrap or plastic bag for an hour. Then wet, shampoo and rinse. Another technique is mixing 2-4 egg yolks (depending on length and thickness of hair) with olive oil. Put mixture on after shampooing hair and leave in for 5 minutes. Rinse with cool water. Honey mixed with aloe vera is another deep conditioning remedy. Mix condition with aloe vera and honey (equal parts) and leave in for 10 minutes.

Blonds – dab lemon juice on hair and then rinse. Brunettes and red heads – apple cider vinegar. This step during the rinsing process will help bring out mega shine!

Don’t rub your hair with a towel. Rather, blot or gently squeeze hair with a towel. Also, don’t brush wet hair. Use your fingers to gently de-tangle hair. Use a heat-resistant product on your hair before drying. Matrix Sleek Look Iron Smoother works great!

Try to avoid using a blow dryer and heated hair tools daily. Let your hair air dry once or twice a week. Skip the straightener and go for a wind blown look on the weekends. Also, if you do use heated hair tools, make sure they are ionic hair straighteners and blow dryers. This will protect your hair from too much damage. Finally, avoid using product every day as well. It can cause buildup and reduce the shine in your hair.

Use a shine serum on wet or dry hair. Be sure it is water soluble or you will have a hard time getting it to wash out of your hair. Try Redken Glass ($14 salons).

Caring for your skin is a lifelong process and one that will bring you a youthful and radiant glow. The two things you need to focus on in order to achieve bright, beautiful skin are your skins texture and tone.

As you age, your skin cells turn over at a slower rate. This, along with sun damage, will hinder the way your skin is supposed to reflect light, thus making your skin look ashy and sallow. Also, over time, your skin will build up layers of dry, dead skin which also affect its texture. Here are some tips to help you achieve and maintain bright, beautiful skin.

1. Keep your skin protected from the sun and keep it well hydrated. Sun damage is easy to see on men and women’s faces as it affects the tone and texture of their skin. Also, if your skin is not kept hydrated (drinking water), it can tend to cause your skin to look ashy. Use a good SPF (many moisturizers have SPF built right in) and drink lots of water throughout the day.

2. Exfoliate weekly. This simple step (and the one most often skipped) will remove the top layer of dead skin cells. Those are the skin cells which hold the discoloration from sun damage. This step alone can immediatly brighten your skin. Investing in a microderabrasion kit will pay dividends in the tone and texture of your skin. Lancome Resurface-C Microdermabrasion Skin Polishing System is a great kit and highly recommended.

3. Find a great cleanser that works for your skin and DON’T over-cleanse your face! It is important that you do some legwork here and try out a bunch of cleansers in order to find the one that works with your skin’s tone and texture. Choose a creamy cleanser if you have dry skin or a clear cleanser if you have oily skin. Also, try only washing your face at night to avoid over-cleansing. In the morning simply splash your face with some warm water if you want a pick me up.

4. Use a moisturizer that has a hint of shimmer in it. The shimmer in the moisturizer will reflect light (which has the added bonus of hiding any imperfections on your skin). Nivea Silky Shimmer lotion is great as is Jergens Soft Shimmer Skin Radiance Moisturizer.

5. We have all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” Well, that is very true when it comes to your skin! Eating foods that are rich in antioxidants can help heal and smooth out the texture of your skin. Foods like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries or foods rich in vitamin C all can help heal damaged skin.

If your eyes are the window to your soul, then the skin around your eyes is the window frame. Tired of looking tired? Here are some tips to revitalize your eyes and make them look refreshed. These simple steps can help you look younger and more vibrant and the best part is it only takes a few minutes a day!

Tip 1: Use a concealer under your eyes. The concealer should have a golden tint which will neutralize the dark circles under your eyes. Our top pics include Estee Lauder Ideal Light Brush-On Illuminator ($24.50) or Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage ($28).

tip 2: Apply a sheer gold powder over the lids and the inner corner of your eyes. Lancome Color Design Eye Shadow in Filigree ($16.50) is a great choice. You can use another shade if you don’t like gold, just make it a light, shimmery shadow. Lorac Eye Shadow in Enlighten ($16) is another good choice.

Tip 3: Use an eyelash curler and apply mascara. This alone will “wake up” tired looking eyes as it makes your eyes look open. Try Two Faced Lashlight Mascara ($25) or L’Oreal Extra Volume Collagen Mascara ($9).

Lip balm essentially puts back the moisture in your lips and also provides a barrier in order to retain that moisture. With that said, there are tips to buying a good lip balm that will do what it is supposed to do and keep your lips naturally moisture balanced and last for longer periods of time.

The typical ingredients that go into lip balm include menthol, scented oils, beeswax, camphor, petroleum jelly, and other different components like alum, salicylic acid, and vitamins.

First tip is to select a lip balm that is derived from natural ingredients. As always, natural ingredients work best with your body and are better for your skin.

Second, select balms that contain vegetable oils like olive oil and almond oil. These oils bring back the natural oils to your lips which help produce healthy, shiny lips.

Third, make sure your lip balm has sunscreen. The sun can do some serious damage to our lips just as much as other exposed body parts. As such, choose a balm that will protect your lips from those harmful rays. Your lips will thank you in the long run.

Fourth and final tip is to test out a few different lip balms to see which one works best for your body chemistry. Remember the tips above but ultimately your lips will make their choice clear by how they respond to each balm.

Burt’s Bees makes wonderful lip balms that are natural, include SPF and even have a line of balms with a tint of shade in them. You can get them at most drug stores or supermarkets. I also suggest going to a natural foods store to select a balm that is all natural. But frankly, you can go anywhere and choose a balm as long as you stick with the above tips.

Ahhh, the elusive technique of shaping eyebrows. We tend to spend time, gas and money going to expensive salons and trust that the technician is knowledgeable enough to wax, cut and shape our eyebrows. But, I’m here to tell you that you can do it at home for a fraction of the time and money. Here are the essential tips to shaping perfect eyebrows.

First, relax! You can do this and do it well!

Actually the first tip is to accept the natural shape of your eyebrows and work with what you have. Of course, you can always use pencil to make your brows look fuller or wax hair away to make brows thinner. However you can not instantly grow brows in order to look like your favorite movie star.

The next step in shaping your brows is to TRIM first. Most people forget to trim their brows, which can cause you to take more hair out during the waxing or plucking process. To trim your brows, use a fine tooth comb or eyebrow brush and brush your brows upward. If there are any hairs above the natural curve of your brows, they need to be trimmed. I recommend investing in a pair of eyebrow scissors as they are made just for this process.

Next, draw an imaginary line from the inner corner of your eye up to the eyebrow. This is where the eyebrow should begin. *If you have wide set eyes, leave a few hairs beyond this point to make your eyes look closer. If you have narrow set eyes, go in a bit further from that imaginary line as this will make your eye look further apart.

Properly arching your eyebrow: The highest point of the brow should align with the outer rim of your iris while you are looking forward. To do this, use a pencil and place one end on the tip of your nose and the other end should align with the outer rim of the iris.

In determining the end point of the eyebrow, place one end of the pencil at the bridge of your nose and align it with the corner of the eye. This is where the eyebrow should end. Now, if your hair does not go to this point (typically due to over plucking or a bad wax job), use eyebrow pencil until the hair grows back.

On to the actual waxing or plucking part. I recommend either using a eyebrow pencil to make a dot where each shape should start. You can use concealer to fill in the area that needs waxing or plucking. Only do the area that needs waxing! If there are no stray hairs in one area, leave it alone as you could make a mistake in a section of the brow that was just fine previously.

Choosing a Color:
Make sure your bronzer color is withing 2 shades of your own natural skin tone. Now, you have a choice between powder, cream or liquid bronzer. Powder bronzer works best with oily or combination skin, while cream and liquid bronzers work well with dry skin. One caveat is that cream and liquid bronzers take a little more finesse in order to successfully blend it to your skin. So, if you choose to go the cream/liquid route, you should take some time and play with it before going out into public.

Applying Bronzer:
Now, a lot of folks think bronzer should be applied to the entire face, which is false. Truly, bronzer should only be applied to the top of the cheekbones, temples, bridge of your nose and the tip of your chin. This will create a beautiful, natural sun-kissed look.

To apply powder bronzer, you will need a large, fluffy bronzer or blush brush. This way, you avoid getting a streaked look on your face. Swirl the brush in the bronzer and tap off the excess. When applying to the face, use circular motions and move the brush upward and outward. For the nose, brush downward which will cause a slimming effect.

To apply cream or liquid bronzer, you can use a makeup sponge or your fingers. I like using my finger as I have more control over the amount applied, etc. Use the same strokes as you would for powder bronzer.

Start off light, you can always apply more. Now, if you think you applied too much, you can use a translucent powder to soften the look or use blot some away with blotting paper or a tissue.

Bronzer can also be applied to the neck and chest to give a sun kissed glow as well. Keep in mind the tips provided above when applying bronzer to the rest of your body!

Winter can be brutal for your skin, so it is vital to keep it moisturized and protected. There are literally hundreds of thousands of products on the market and it can be not only confusing but overwhelming when trying to choose the right products for your skin. So, here are some products that have received accolades from beauty experts across the globe.

Number 1: Creme de la Mer by La Mer. This little miracle in a jar was developed by NASA scientist Max Huber over 30 years ago. It combines sea kelp, vitamins and minerals through a unique 3-4 months long biofermentation process. This cream can make the skin look and feel softer, firmer and virtually crease-less. Aging lines and pores are noticeably less visible, the driest of complexions are healed, sensitivities are soothed and blemish scars are reduced…..It’s a bit pricey, ranging from $230 – $745.

Number 2: Olay Total Effects Moisturizer. Olay designed this facial moisturizer with VitaNiacin — its own mix of vitamins E and B3 and pro vitamin B5 – to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, smooth skin texture, even skin tone, minimize the appearance of pores, and reduce the appearance of blotches and age spots. Available in scented or fragrance-free formulas…..Around $15.

Number 3: Clinique Superdefense SPF 25 Age Defense Moisturizer: Skin’s most complete defense against the visible signs of aging in a daily moisturizer. Arms it to fight the effects of emotional stress, which can damage skin with effects much like sun and pollution. Helps neutralize UVA and UVB…..Around $40

Number 4: Lancome ‘Bienfait Multi-Vital’ Night Cream: With VITA-NUTRI 8. Made with 3 vitamins, 3 minerals and 2 essential fatty acids, this innovative complex is essential for skin’s well-being. Wake up to skin that looks its healthy best. Triple Action Formula Locks in moisture. A unique nurturing complex infuses moisture back into skin while vitamin A helps skin renewal. Uncovers Healthy Looking Skin, Stimulates skin’s vitality with an energizing complex of multi-minerals. Boosts Your Skin’s Defenses. The potent combination of Omega 3 and 6 with antioxidant vitamins E and Cg helps to strengthen skin’s ability to defend itself against external aggressors……Around $50

Number 5: Origins Dr. Weil Night Health Bedtime Face Cream: This rich, skin-rebuilding and recovery complex with buckbean and St. Paul’s wort extracts helps release tense-looking skin and visible lines. In clinical tests, skin was measurably brighter, more radiant. And to help ensure you get the restful night you need to accomplish intensive repair, Dr. Weil’s proven, soothing blend of 100% natural chamomile, lavender and mandarin essential oils relaxes mind, body and spirit before bed. After a more restful night, skin awakens refreshed and revitalized. 1.7 oz….Around $55

Number 6: Kinerase Pro Therapy Ultra Rich Night Repair: Contains a proprietary blend of plant-based extracts that helps improve the appearance of fine lines, skin texture, blotchiness and sun damage. A proprietary concentration of Kinetin and Zeatin improve the more severe visible signs of skin aging, including the appearance of fine line and wrinkles. Formulated for excellent moisture absorption, regular application improves the appearance of skin texture, tone, blotchiness and sun damage. Kinetin improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Zeatin improves the more severe visible signs of skin aging. Ceramide-3 improves moisturization within the skin’s natural structure. Pentavitin improves moisturization. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-3 reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Ergothioneine provides antioxidant benefits….Around $150

Number 7: AHAVA Protective Moisturizing Fluid SPF 15: This light, quick absorbing, SPF 15 moisturizer naturally softens and revives skin. Formulated with AHAVA’s powerful blend of essential Dead Sea minerals and SPF 15, Protective Moisturizer improves skin’s elasticity, giving your complexion a soft, healthy glow as it protects against harmful environmental factors. Benefits: Hypoallergenic.Dermatologically Tested. Approved for sensitive skin….Around $36

Number 8: Korres Thyme Honey 24 Hour Moisturizing Cream: Has a high concentration of quality natural botanicals while keeping harsh chemicals to a minimum. Korres Thyme Honey 24 Hour Moisturizing Cream is for normal to dry skin and made with real Thyme Honey (5%). Honey, a natural hydrating agent, helps keep skin at an ideal level of moisture while providing intense nourishment and elasticity to dry skin. Imperata Cylindrical extract continually regulates the cellular water equilibrium, thus providing 24-hour moisturizing. Due to its special texture, Thyme Honey Cream absorbs easily while leaving the skin soft and moisturized.Thyme Honey, the key ingredient, is rich in polysaccharides. It attracts and absorbs water and so can act as a hydro-regulating agent ensuring ideal skin hydration. Its high content in vitamins, amino acids and flavonoids provides antioxidant protection and nourishes dry skin areas…..Around $35

Number 9: Aveeno Active Naturals Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer, SPF 30: Get advanced sun protection with this SPF 30 daily moisturizer. Clinically proven Total Soy Complex and natural light diffusers work to naturally even out skin tone and immediately reflect light to bring out skin’s natural radiance. Gentle enough for sensitive skin and daily use, this moisturizer is also oil-free, hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic, and contains SPF 30 UVA/UVB sunscreen to protect skin from premature aging…..Around $14

Number 10: philosophy 5 oz. when hope is no enough hydrating mask: A hydrating, replenishing mask that’s designed to give you an in-spa facial at home. For all skin types, especially skin that appears dry, dull, and devitalized. Why is it different: The mineral-packed mask is a deep cleansing facial treatment that can be applied from hairline to bustline to help purify, rejuvenate, and replenish the skin. The mask also contains moisturizing properties to help soothe and hydrate, so skin feels smooth and appears radiantly clear…..Around $25

I had to do a piece on OPI nail color because not only do I love their product but they make life just a little bit more interesting by giving each color it’s own unique silly name. I am one of those gals who likes to stick with what I know, especially when it comes to my beauty regimen. However, OPI has done something no other beauty product has….It gets me out of my comfort zone. How, you ask? Well, I spend time reading the names of the OPI colors and go with the one that makes me laugh the loudest, even if it is a color I wouldn’t typically choose! Why, you ask? Because my friends (girls and guys) crack up when they find out the name of the latest nail color I am wearing. It is the simple pleasures of a silly concept that keep life interesting. Kudos OPI!

My favorites include I’m not really a waitress (red), Romeo and Joliete (dark red) Don’t Socra-tease Me (Orange – Greek Isle Collection) and Basque in the Sun (golden). The new Hong Kong collection looks fabulous and hysterical at the same time! Check out the OPI website to see what’s new or just to laugh at the names of the colors!