To shampoo is to wash, cleanse or remove all dirt or other impurities from the scalp and hair by the process of shampooing. The selection of the shampoo should depend upon the hair type. Egg shampoo is good for dry hair but avoid products which contain alcohol as they will dry out the hair even further. For oily hair use some mild shampoo.
Care should be taken while using shampoo. Do not scrub or over massage. It is better to rinse thoroughly with Luke warm water. If the hair is too oily, add lemon juice in Luke warm water and rinse.Shampooing can be done as often (ideally every alternate day) as required to keep the hair clean and healthy, as long as you condition regularly. Switch shampoos once a month to avoid hair buildup.
Prepare the hair for shampooing. Before wetting your hair for shampooing, comb through with a wide toothed comb to prevent tangles.Mix the water to a comfortable temperature. Wet the hair and scalp thoroughly. Apply the shampoo to the hair by first pouring it into your hand and never directly. Apply with the hands and fingers, massage firmly in rotating and circular movements. Massage the whole head. Rinse the hair and scalp thoroughly and carefully.
Apply more shampoo and massage for the second time if needed, finally rinse all shampoo from the hair and scalp with clean water. Finally check the hair lines and make sure that the dirt and shampoo has been removed from hair and scalp. Dry the hair gently. Don't rub just blot the wet hair with a towel and then smooth the towel along the length of your hair. Avoid blow drying as far as possible. If you shampoo regularly there is no need to lather twice.
Monday, April 20, 2009
FOUNDATION
Foundation should be considered as a skin improver. Foundation should match your skin tone. To choose a colour apply little on your cheek or inside of your wrist. Be careful to blend around nose and chin and fade away under the chin. Heavy foundation is old fashioned and ageing. Foundation should never appear like a mask. The shade chosen should be as close to your natural skin tone, so that there is no sudden change of colours between Chin and neck.
Emulsions : These are packaged in tubes and are formulated for a variety of skin types- for dry skins, oily skins and normal skins. This gives less sheen than cream or liquid foundations, but cover blemishes very well. Creams: These are packed in jars. As they contain a high proportion of oils, they are particularly suitable for dry skins. These also provide a heavy cover, but gives a glossy finish.
Liquids: These are packaged in bottles and can be formulated for all skin types. They give a light sheen cover but are too light to cover any blemishes and scars.Gels : These are packaged in squeeze tubes. They give a light, natural look and are the variety you should use if you have a blemish free normal skin.
Powders : The original full coverage face-powders have now given way to transparent powders; these transparent powders control shine and provide oil - blotting. They are used after foundations to give a matt finish. Cake or compact powders are more heavily formulated; as they contain a certain amount of foundation. These are not the best choice for the initial powdering over foundation because they may rub the foundation off and also cause an unattractive colour build-up. They are best used for touching up during the way, as they help to reinforce coverage.
Emulsions : These are packaged in tubes and are formulated for a variety of skin types- for dry skins, oily skins and normal skins. This gives less sheen than cream or liquid foundations, but cover blemishes very well. Creams: These are packed in jars. As they contain a high proportion of oils, they are particularly suitable for dry skins. These also provide a heavy cover, but gives a glossy finish.
Liquids: These are packaged in bottles and can be formulated for all skin types. They give a light sheen cover but are too light to cover any blemishes and scars.Gels : These are packaged in squeeze tubes. They give a light, natural look and are the variety you should use if you have a blemish free normal skin.
Powders : The original full coverage face-powders have now given way to transparent powders; these transparent powders control shine and provide oil - blotting. They are used after foundations to give a matt finish. Cake or compact powders are more heavily formulated; as they contain a certain amount of foundation. These are not the best choice for the initial powdering over foundation because they may rub the foundation off and also cause an unattractive colour build-up. They are best used for touching up during the way, as they help to reinforce coverage.
EYE SHADOWS
Eye shadows leave a shiny or opaque finish depending on the time of make up and shape of eyes. To achieve the perfect daytime look with eye shadow, you need to follow some basic guidelines. The basic tones you need are a pale highlighter shade for your brow bone area, a basic shade for your eyelids.
The shades you choose can be deep-toned or pale, neutral or bright, but they should be applied so that they are not too strong. Blending is important while applying eye shadow. The colour used should be appropriate to the colour of the skin and match the colour of the dress. When you use more than one shade they should be so well blended that you can't tell where one ends and the next one begins.
When you apply eye shadow, always start with the highlighter shade. Brush it just under the outer end of each eyebrow and quickly blend the colour inward toward the inner end of the eyebrow, above the inner corner of the eye. After that apply the eyelid shadow by beginning in the centre of each lid, just above the pupil of your eye. With a blending brush, make a quick back and forth motion. Finish the make up by blending upward to meet the highlighter shade.
Eye Shadows come in a variety of forms like pencils, sticks, gels or creams. Pressed powders are the most popular form of shadows. They are available in pearly and matt textures. You can get a better effect, if you apply them with a wet brush. The cream shadows are oil or wax based. It is best suited for dry lids and should be avoided on greasy eye lids. Pencils have a high colour and filling ability. Gels are suited for oily skins.
The shades you choose can be deep-toned or pale, neutral or bright, but they should be applied so that they are not too strong. Blending is important while applying eye shadow. The colour used should be appropriate to the colour of the skin and match the colour of the dress. When you use more than one shade they should be so well blended that you can't tell where one ends and the next one begins.
When you apply eye shadow, always start with the highlighter shade. Brush it just under the outer end of each eyebrow and quickly blend the colour inward toward the inner end of the eyebrow, above the inner corner of the eye. After that apply the eyelid shadow by beginning in the centre of each lid, just above the pupil of your eye. With a blending brush, make a quick back and forth motion. Finish the make up by blending upward to meet the highlighter shade.
Eye Shadows come in a variety of forms like pencils, sticks, gels or creams. Pressed powders are the most popular form of shadows. They are available in pearly and matt textures. You can get a better effect, if you apply them with a wet brush. The cream shadows are oil or wax based. It is best suited for dry lids and should be avoided on greasy eye lids. Pencils have a high colour and filling ability. Gels are suited for oily skins.
WALKING OR CYCLING IMPROVE KIDS’ HEALTH
Walking or cycling to school may be an effective and efficient way to integrate physical activity into the daily routine of children, according to researchers at Kansas State University. An Australian study suggests that poor urban design and safety fears are turning off kids from walking and cycling to school, and, thereby, increasing obesity rates.
Led by Pam Wittman, a K-State senior in kinesiology, the project included two surveys conducted in 2008 that looked at demographics, psychosocial factors and environmental characteristics related to active commuting. A survey of more than 800 individuals at K-State was conducted, followed by another survey of 400 Manhattan area residents.
The results of the study have paved the way for future policy discussions, and for tailoring public health messages.In the campus study, the researchers found that students were most likely to actively commute, then faculty members, and then staff.Women and men were equally interested in walking or biking, while older individuals were less likely to actively commute than younger individuals.
Depending on distance to campus, those living within a 20-minute walk actively commuted four times a week, and those within a 20-minute bike ride, biked to campus five times per week.The researchers revealed that many survey participants said that they were willing to actively commute if they perceived they could travel to their destination in about 20 minutes, or a distance of approximately one mile.
Led by Pam Wittman, a K-State senior in kinesiology, the project included two surveys conducted in 2008 that looked at demographics, psychosocial factors and environmental characteristics related to active commuting. A survey of more than 800 individuals at K-State was conducted, followed by another survey of 400 Manhattan area residents.
The results of the study have paved the way for future policy discussions, and for tailoring public health messages.In the campus study, the researchers found that students were most likely to actively commute, then faculty members, and then staff.Women and men were equally interested in walking or biking, while older individuals were less likely to actively commute than younger individuals.
Depending on distance to campus, those living within a 20-minute walk actively commuted four times a week, and those within a 20-minute bike ride, biked to campus five times per week.The researchers revealed that many survey participants said that they were willing to actively commute if they perceived they could travel to their destination in about 20 minutes, or a distance of approximately one mile.
SUMMER HEALTH TIPS
The Sun is in full swing these days and it is gradually increasing its heat too. It’s the scorching summer season- and for some cool activities outdoors. But with all the fun and frolic, what comes along is ill health. Many a time’s the blazing summer sun and the rising heat take a toll on our health. As a result of which several summer sicknesses like heat strokes, food poisoning and heat allergies etc. affect both children and adults equally. Where children need to be specially protected from the heat and are required to keep cool, adults too need to take complete care of themselves during the hot days.
To protect oneself from summer sicknesses it is essential to take proper care of few very basic factors that seem negligible, but as a matter of fact are life saving tips during the summer season. The most common problem that people face during the hot days include heat strokes that occur due to excessive heat exposure. Staying out in the sun for long hours result in excessive sweating (draining out of body water). As a result our body looses its resistance power and falls out. Here are few steps that should be followed in order to avoid heat strokes.
Drink plenty of liquids like water, juices, cold shakes, sweet lime-soda etc. Avoid eating junk and heavy food.Eat lots of summer-fruits like watermelons, grapefruits etc. Eating plenty of salads with broccoli lettuce, cucumbers etc are also advised. Avoid venturing out too much during the daytime. Try and stay indoors or in air-conditioned places when possible.
Another very common problem faced during the summer season is food poisoning. Cooked food tends to get destroyed faster in the summer seasons than in other times of the year. It is therefore suggested not to keep food out in the heat for long. Also if prepared food is being deep freezed for later use, make sure it does not stay there for a long period. Few factors that can prevent food poisoning are: Do not eat out-side or street cooked foods, as the possibility of germs growing on them is comparatively higher. Do not eat stale food.Do not cook food in water that is static for a long time. Use fresh and clean water always.Avoid eating red-meat during the summers.
To protect oneself from summer sicknesses it is essential to take proper care of few very basic factors that seem negligible, but as a matter of fact are life saving tips during the summer season. The most common problem that people face during the hot days include heat strokes that occur due to excessive heat exposure. Staying out in the sun for long hours result in excessive sweating (draining out of body water). As a result our body looses its resistance power and falls out. Here are few steps that should be followed in order to avoid heat strokes.
Drink plenty of liquids like water, juices, cold shakes, sweet lime-soda etc. Avoid eating junk and heavy food.Eat lots of summer-fruits like watermelons, grapefruits etc. Eating plenty of salads with broccoli lettuce, cucumbers etc are also advised. Avoid venturing out too much during the daytime. Try and stay indoors or in air-conditioned places when possible.
Another very common problem faced during the summer season is food poisoning. Cooked food tends to get destroyed faster in the summer seasons than in other times of the year. It is therefore suggested not to keep food out in the heat for long. Also if prepared food is being deep freezed for later use, make sure it does not stay there for a long period. Few factors that can prevent food poisoning are: Do not eat out-side or street cooked foods, as the possibility of germs growing on them is comparatively higher. Do not eat stale food.Do not cook food in water that is static for a long time. Use fresh and clean water always.Avoid eating red-meat during the summers.
DENTAL HYGIENE
Dental care is a vital part of personal hygiene. You just cannot afford to neglect it. All it needs is regular care and caution. Halitosis or bad breath can be embarrassing and could cause social and psychological problems. It can even affect marriages. Remember, lack of dental hygiene will not only wreck your personal life, it could tell on your health too.Bacteria that live on teeth and gums are the prime cause of bad breath. We need to take extra care and make sure that these bacteria are eliminated regularly and effectively.
Brush your teeth well. Ideally, it takes two to three minutes to brush your teeth well. But most people seem to finish brushing their teeth in less than a minute. That won't be too effective. Drink plenty of water. Bad breath is accentuated by dryness of the mouth. It helps bacteria flourish. Drinking a lot of water not only helps washing away left over food particles, it also stimulates saliva flow. Saliva plays a vital part in keeping the mouth clean and dissolving the compounds that could cause halitosis.Chew sugarless gum.
This will help clean teeth and also stimulate the flow of saliva. Gum with sugar is not considered healthy and is therefore not recommended by dentists.Check for dental problems. This could cause bad breath too. These problems are easily solved by a visit to the dentist. A dental check up is necessary at least once a year.Inter dental cleaning is very important. Flossing is a must.
It helps removing plaque from between our teeth and under our gums.Rinse well after every meal – don't depend solely on mouth fresheners. Whenever possible, try to rinse with warm water and salt. Add a few drops of lime juice to a teaspoon of salt. Brush your teeth with it once a week. It will add a shine to your teeth besides keeping your breath clean.
Brush your teeth well. Ideally, it takes two to three minutes to brush your teeth well. But most people seem to finish brushing their teeth in less than a minute. That won't be too effective. Drink plenty of water. Bad breath is accentuated by dryness of the mouth. It helps bacteria flourish. Drinking a lot of water not only helps washing away left over food particles, it also stimulates saliva flow. Saliva plays a vital part in keeping the mouth clean and dissolving the compounds that could cause halitosis.Chew sugarless gum.
This will help clean teeth and also stimulate the flow of saliva. Gum with sugar is not considered healthy and is therefore not recommended by dentists.Check for dental problems. This could cause bad breath too. These problems are easily solved by a visit to the dentist. A dental check up is necessary at least once a year.Inter dental cleaning is very important. Flossing is a must.
It helps removing plaque from between our teeth and under our gums.Rinse well after every meal – don't depend solely on mouth fresheners. Whenever possible, try to rinse with warm water and salt. Add a few drops of lime juice to a teaspoon of salt. Brush your teeth with it once a week. It will add a shine to your teeth besides keeping your breath clean.
HEALTH
Calories can be likened to money. Spend more than you earn and your bank balance will go into the red. Eat just a little more every day than what you burn and your fat balance will increase over a period of time. And remember that neither your genetics nor your food environment can alter this equation which is but a simple mathematical truth. So what it means is just this – Energy eaten – energy burned = energy stored.
All extra energy is converted into fat and stored by the body. However, if you start muscle building exercises this fat will get converted into muscle. Eat less calories every day and exercise regularly to burn that extra fat and see the difference. You may not notice it immediately, but it does help in the long run and you will certainly reap rich benefits in your twilight years.
Calories are burnt through the process called ‘metabolism’ – something which is required to maintain our physical activity levels, to help in the digestion of whatever we eat, for proper functioning of all the organs and for tissue repair when necessary. What is burned as calories for these activities is called the ‘basal metabolic rate’ and this will happen even if you spend the whole day just sleeping.
As women tend to have lower resting metabolic rates, their bodies require less calories to function. So if you eat more than what you need, obviously, it is all going to get converted into fat and stored in all those inconveniently obvious places on your body. You can work wonders on your body if you take the time to do muscle building exercises every day as this will increase your muscle mass. Ever felt envious of those lucky souls who eat heartily and yet seem to never put on weight? The secret is their fast metabolic rate (which is also hereditary) because of which they burn the calories at a faster rate.
All extra energy is converted into fat and stored by the body. However, if you start muscle building exercises this fat will get converted into muscle. Eat less calories every day and exercise regularly to burn that extra fat and see the difference. You may not notice it immediately, but it does help in the long run and you will certainly reap rich benefits in your twilight years.
Calories are burnt through the process called ‘metabolism’ – something which is required to maintain our physical activity levels, to help in the digestion of whatever we eat, for proper functioning of all the organs and for tissue repair when necessary. What is burned as calories for these activities is called the ‘basal metabolic rate’ and this will happen even if you spend the whole day just sleeping.
As women tend to have lower resting metabolic rates, their bodies require less calories to function. So if you eat more than what you need, obviously, it is all going to get converted into fat and stored in all those inconveniently obvious places on your body. You can work wonders on your body if you take the time to do muscle building exercises every day as this will increase your muscle mass. Ever felt envious of those lucky souls who eat heartily and yet seem to never put on weight? The secret is their fast metabolic rate (which is also hereditary) because of which they burn the calories at a faster rate.
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