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How To Make Your Hair Grow Faster

teen — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:57:48 -0500

Getting a haircut can be a devastating experience if it’s the wrong look for you. If you need to get your hair to grow out faster, there are things you can do. Follow these tips and you will have longer hair in no time.

How To Ice your Face the Right Way

rk12m — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:40:30 -0500

Icing is one of the best stay-at-home remedies to get a healthy, mark-and-spot-free face. It is especially famous in a number of developing countries around the world, where women use it to retain the freshness and glow of their facial skin. In the recent past, metrosexual men have begun to lean towards it, too, but icing still remains a largely meant-for-women technique. If you are confused as to how it is done, have a look. The method is as simple as it is effective.

How To Heal Acne With Strawberry Yogurt

thedave — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:19:44 -0500

If Your looking to heal acne, I'm sure you've tried a wide variety of products. Many of these products are overpriced and claim to perform miracles for your complexion. The truth is, the active ingredient in most popular acne healing products is salicylic acid. I know it sounds delicious right? Let me just slap some acid on my face. Ewww! Believe it or not it may turn out to be quite tasty. In fact, you may have some in the fridge right now. You see, strawberries produce salicylic acid naturally, and the lactic acid in the yogurt will soothe and smooth your skin.

Say goodbye to those irritating, skin drying, redness-causing and overpriced acne treatment products -- turn to the fridge for help. Wait till you see what a treat yogurt can be! We don't need another embarrassing breakout, so let's get started:

How To Look Pretty

Cassandra — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:56:44 -0500

In many cultures, pretty girls tend to do well. They get more attention, more guys, and are often considered nicer and easier to deal with. This perception is not always true. Still, if you want to look pretty, there are steps you can take.

How To Improve Your Posture

Cassandra — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:05:54 -0500

Having good posture not only makes you look taller, but it helps you appear thinner, more confident and self-assured too. If too many hours at the computer have created rounded shoulders and an almost permanent slump, do not fear. Practice these steps and you will be able to improve your posture.

How To Take Away Pimples

babiixox — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:24:11 -0500

How To Braid Cornrows

Cassandra — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 15:55:16 -0500

Cornrows are a great African style of braiding hair that requires practice and patience. If you want cornrows that last up to a week, follow these steps. Braiding cornrows will take some time and patience to be sure they are tight braids that follow a straight pattern on your head.

Materials:
Small rubber bands (coated or made specifically for hair use)
Fine-toothed comb
Gel, hair wax or leave-in conditioner
Spray bottle
Water

How To Prevent Wrinkles

Sarah146 — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:02:20 -0500

How To Choose Tattoos for Girls of All Ages

jamsam — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:44:52 -0500

The history of tattooing goes back to ancient times. The word originated from the Tahitian term "tatu" or "tatau." This word means a mark or strike due to the fact that decorative marks are put on the skin by piercing the skin with a needle and adding colors to create different designs. Tattoos have been a popular way to adorn oneself over the ages.

How To Be Photogenic

Deirdre — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:55:33 -0500

How To Encourage Fingernail Growth and Health

3100 Caldera Blvd — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:59:59 -0500

How To Minimize Pores

DandelionMom — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:15:29 -0500

How To Buy Nail Polish

3100 Caldera Blvd — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 01:07:42 -0500

How To Remove Ingrown Hair

Mikey — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:34:46 -0500

Ingrown hairs can be an irritation or a painful experience. Hairs become ingrown when they curl under the skin instead of breaking through the pores to grow above the skin. Ingrown hairs often create unsightly bumps, redness and irritation. Get control of your follicles by removing ingrown hairs properly.

Tools:
Rubbing alcohol
Tweezers
Hydrogen peroxide
Washcloth
Warm water

How To Get Rid of Black Circles Beneath Your Eyes

Deirdre — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:03:44 -0500

Nothing makes you look tired or stressed more than dark circles under your eyes. If you are plagued with pale skin and dark circles, there are some things you can do about it. Since heredity is the most common cause of dark circles, you may not be able to get rid of them completely but with a few household items and a little time, you may be able to minimize the darkness.

Materials:
Ice or cold pack
Washcloth
Vitamins
Eye moisturizer

How To Get an Ear Piercing

meloukhia — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:04:27 -0500

How To Make Your Breasts Look Fuller

meloukhia — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:45:13 -0500

How To Take a Good Driver’s License Photo

meloukhia — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:42:50 -0500

How To Get a Belly Button Piercing

meloukhia — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:07:34 -0500

How To Get a Lip Piercing

meloukhia — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:44:12 -0500

How To Curl Hair

Deirdre — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:02:44 -0500

If your normally straight hair is bringing you down, consider curling it for a bit of a lift. There are many ways to curl hair from a curling iron to hot rollers and soft sponge rollers. Whatever method you choose, follow these steps and you’re sure to have a little more bounce in your hair.

Materials:
Curlers or curling iron
Curler pins
Spray-in conditioner
Comb

How To Do Easy Fingernail Designs

Cassandra — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:13:39 -0500

How To Make a Ribbon Headband

Cassandra — Wed, 28 May 2008 14:13:40 -0500

If fashion accessories set your wardrobe apart, consider saving some money by making your own ribbon headbands. You can follow the trends without breaking the bank. Options for decorative ribbon are endless, so you can find several to suit your needs from satins to lace and crochet designs in a variety of colors and textures. With the simple steps below, you can create a headband in less than ten minutes.

Materials:

15” – 20” length of ribbon
4” piece of ¼” elastic

Tools:

Needle
Thread
Tape measure
Scissors

How To Wash Your Face

vcruz — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 17:33:25 -0500

In this article, you will learn that it does not matter how old you are or what skin type you have. You can begin taking care of your skin today! Taking care of your face is as easy as 1-2-3. If you follow these steps, you will experience a lifetime full of smooth, beautiful skin.

How To Use a Curling Iron

queenbee0777 — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:46:04 -0500

You are at home and you need help with how to use a curling iron. Here are some easy steps to help you use a curling iron safely and easily:

How To Whiten Teeth

bronwyn — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:01:08 -0600

Tooth bleaching has now become the most sought-after dental treatment in the United States, with the number of tooth whitening procedures being performed in dentists' offices increasing by more than 300 percent in the last five year. There are many different options for those wishing to whiten their teeth - from $25 over-the-counter strips to $600+ specialized in-office dental procedures.

Determine if you are a candidate for tooth whitening. Children under 16 years old, those with sensitive teeth or gums, pregnant and nursing women, and those with peroxide allergies should ask their dentist for advice before embarking upon a tooth whitening journey. Also, remember that fillings and crowns will not bleach, and tooth whitening does not work on all stains.

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How To Reuse Coffee Grounds: The Top 10 Alternate Uses

Casey47 — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:50:58 -0600

According to CBS News, "More than 50 percent of Americans drink coffee everyday — three to four cups each, more than 330 million cups a day and counting." If you are reading this article, you most likely fall within that 50 percent. Now that all the coffee is accounted for, what about those leftover grounds? They often sit until the next morning in the coffee maker, and then it's off to the trash with them! What if... just what if you took those coffee grounds and made use of them? What if you incorporated them into your everyday life?

How To Make a Coffee Body Scrub

Casey47 — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:56:33 -0600

The coffee we all love so much has many uses beyond just waking us up in the morning. One of those uses is to create a coffee body scrub. It’s usually just the high prices that deter us from enjoying the benefits of exfoliating body scrubs. Since most of us have a canister of coffee grounds in the kitchen, creating this scrub will be easy, beneficial, and most of all, cheap! Not to mention that the coffee itself has added benefits for your skin and body that many body scrubs do not provide.

Before we go into any recipes, let's discuss why a coffee body scrub is so much more beneficial than the everyday scrub. This information was provided by CancerLynx.

How To Make Dreadlocks

Marilisa560 — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 18:14:16 -0600

Dreadlocks are a hairstyle developed and worn in the warmer Caribbean climates, generally in Jamaica. Followers of Ras Tafari, or Rastafarians, generally wear dread locks. Bob Marley, the late lamented reggae singer and songwriter sported dreadlocks. And while it may be easier to create dreadlocks on African Americans who have the desired hair texture, curlyness and thickness, dreadlocks can be created on most any type of hair. Of course, you can pay to have your hair styled into dreadlocks, but that would go against the purpose, concept and tradition of Ras Tafari, whose message was simplicity and self-expression.

Here is a list of steps to follow to create dreadlocks in your hair. You must be aware that dreadlocks do require some time to create, and that once in, you will need to leave them in for awhile. Also, if you do a very thorough job, you may not be able to get all the dreadlocks ouyt without cutting them out.

How To Have Healthy Fingernails

bronwyn — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 12:09:53 -0600

Whether you sport long, fire engine red fingernails or short, unpolished nails, it is nice to have healthy fingernails. Although many different products claim to give you healthy fingernails, there are a few simple steps that can ensure the health of your nails!

How To Help Your Children Stop Nail Biting

bronwyn — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 12:17:33 -0600

All parents worry about their children's bad habits. Nailbiting, although not one of the worst things a child can do by any means, can be unattractive, annoying, and damage their teeth. Parents often punish or reprimand their children for biting their nails, but there are much more effective ways to help your children stop biting their nails.

Teach your child to crochet or knit. Even children of a young age can learn to knit, crochet, or fingerknit. When they are occupied with creating things out of yarn, they will not remember to bite their fingernails, and their hands would be too occupied to do so anyway!
Give children toys to play with. Play-Doh and clay are wonderful ways to keep children's hands occupied, as are pipe cleaners and twist ties. Children are very creative, so harness their nervous energy.

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How To Do Hair Transplantation

Waheedaleko — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:34:40 -0600

In my previous article I described different methods of preventing and treating hair loss in men and women. Hair transplantation is one of the best and successful methods of treating baldness in men. Hair transplantation has been used by surgeons for years and different techniques are being used since then, but most modern and advanced techniques are those that give the newly transplanted hair a hard-to-detect and natural look.

Some people prefer to live with the baldness and care less about the receding hairline. Others appreciate the advanced techniques and procedures to restore hair on the bald area. If you do decide to treat your baldness with hair transplantation techniques, then follow these steps to better know the pros and cons and some common pitfalls to be avoided.

How To Beat Under Eye Circles

loveisnotforevrx — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 13:02:39 -0600

We all hate dark circles under our eyes. They make us look like raccoons. Whether you get them from lack of sleep, eating right, or genetics, we all get them sometimes. Luckily, I know many ways to significantly fade them away. If yours are genetic, they will never completely go away, unless you get plastic surgery, but that is temporary, painful, expensive, and not worth it!

How To Dye Your Hair Green

loveisnotforevrx — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 11:33:47 -0600

When you want to get in touch with your wild side, dying your hair a crazy color is one way to do it. In order to dye your hair green, you will need the following items that you can pick up from any beauty supply store: powdered bleach, hydrogen peroxide developer 40 volume (should be right next to hair bleach), green hair dye, gloves, mixing bowl, brush, shower cap, blow dryer and old towels. Note: This can be extremely damaging to hair that has been dyed too often, and if your hair is already blonde, skip the bleaching steps.

Section hair into 4 sections, 2 sections in front, 2 in back.

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How To Prevent and Treat Hair Loss

Waheedaleko — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 14:07:53 -0600

No matter their age, almost everybody is concerned with their physical appearance and looks. Hair plays a vital role in looks and the physical facial appearance. Study shows that 1/3 of men experience hair loss/baldness at some stage or age of their lives. The most common type of hair loss that affects men is called male pattern baldness (MPB), also known as "Androgenetic alopecia." Although male pattern baldness may start as early as age 17, 50% of the severely affected are those in their late twenties. The main reason behind this condition is still unknown but it is believed that genes and the male sex hormone (testosterone) are the main culprits.

Here we will look into the most common causes and symptoms of male pattern baldness, as well as some trusted, FDA-approved methods to prevent and treat the hair loss.

Causes and symptoms:

How To Keep Your Skin Looking Younger

bronwyn — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 20:12:49 -0500

Most adults wish that their skin looked younger. While it is most effective to fight aging skin before it happens, there are ways that you can help your skin look younger even as you age. Remember, the earlier you start treating your skin well, the better it will look!

ALWAYS use sunscreen. The main reason why skin shows the signs of aging is from sun damage. The sun can do a lot more harm to your skin than just causing wrinkles. For your health and for your beauty, use sunscreen on your face and lip balm on your lips. There are many sunscreens on the market now that can be used every day without causing breakouts or feeling heavy and greasy. Get in the habit of making a moisturizer or lotion with sunscreen part of your daily routine.

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How To Use Honey to Keep Your Skin Healthy

bronwyn — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 23:15:59 -0500

Raw honey has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. In fact, honey pots have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs - with honey that has not spoiled! Before antibiotics were introduced in the 1930s, honey was used for many different ailments. Honey is now seeing a resurgence of topical use - both for its antiseptic properties as well as a natural skin care product. Follow these easy steps to have sweet and easy beauty treatments!

How To Cut a Pob

johnmc1230 — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 14:51:05 -0500

Undercutting has been around since the 80's in one form or another, the "Pob", Posh's New Look Bob, is a combination of an undercut and a Bob. This is how to create it.

How To Scrunch Hair Without a Curling Iron

soul2quz — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 01:06:03 -0500

Scrunched hair is a great way to add a little jazz to your everyday look. But if not done properly, hair can end up looking flaky, oily, or like a bad case of bed head. There are simple procedures to follow through to get the best results, and avoid a bad hair day, no matter your hair type.

How To Choose and Use Natural Skin Care Products

soul2quz — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:59:16 -0500

So these days, au natural is the way to go, and why not? We’ve learned that some of the products we’ve been using everyday can be quite harmful to us. Many of us have gotten the mesage when it comes to food and we’ve learned to eat healthier; now its time to learn to help our skin stay healthy using natural skin care products.

How To Get Acrylic Nails Applied

Brandylou — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 10:54:37 -0500

Getting acrylic applied to your natural nails is a quick way to lengthen and strengthen thin, chipped or chewed nails. You can also use them to make a fashion statement by having them detailed or painted any color you like. There is a myriad of choices for artificial nails; you are sure to find something to suit you. When getting your nails done, there are a few things to consider.

How To Apply Press-On Nails

Jusroja — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 15:29:19 -0500

After having my son, my salon days were over. Learning to budget while trying to stay "oh-so-hot" pushed me to press-on fingernails. "Press-ons," you say? I know a lot of you think of old ladies and half-hanging nails. Press-on fingernails aren't what they used to be! Here's what you'll need to apply press-ons yourself:

How To Use Henna and Indigo To Dye Your Hair

Henna Sooq — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:12:17 -0500

Learn how to use henna with or without indigo to dye your hair, condition it, strengthen it and leave it shiny and full. In this article you will find the following information:

How to dye your hair reddish tones using henna.
How to dye your hair brown tones using henna and indigo together (one step process).
How to dye your hair black tones using henna and indigo separately (two step process).

From left to right: henna powder, indigo powder

How To Make a Tattoo Stencil

Henna Sooq — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 16:42:26 -0500

Making a tattoo stencil can be a lot of fun, especially if you are creating your own personalized design. You can draw out your design yourself and, once complete, use it to create a tattoo transfer so that it leaves its outline perfectly on your skin. This is also a very useful technique when trying to tattoo (or henna) a complicated design on yourself. Follow these easy steps to make a transfer (tattoo stencil).

How To Make Fresh Henna Paste

Henna Sooq — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 12:50:33 -0500

Henna has been used for centuries by people for body art and/or hair. Using a 100% natural product is the best way to go, and always brings memorable times with its use. This recipe is best used for body art. For use in hair, please read our article on How to Use Henna and Indigo to Dye Your Hair.

Essential ingredients:

How To Look Ten Years Younger

Vanessa264 — Thu, 03 May 2007 23:26:00 -0500

Have you always received a lot of attention from men but you've noticed that the men who gawk at you now are, well, old? Or are you about to interview for a job with twenty-somethings and you want to look more like a contemporary than you do like their mother? Whatever your motivation, here are a few tips to looking ten years younger:

How To Donate Hair

Vanessa264 — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 12:21:00 -0500

Many children and adults lose their hair due to radiation or chemotherapy treatment for cancer or from the auto-immune disease known as alopecia areata (which has no known cause or cure). Because hair is such a fundamental aspect of one's appearance, losing it, particularly in childhood, can be psychologically devastating. With this fact in mind, many people choose to donate hair that can be made into hair prosthetics for those who suffer from hair loss. Here are some tips on how to donate your hair.

How To Learn About Dead Sea Salt Products

Staff468 — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 11:29:00 -0500

The Dead Sea, located on the border of Jordan and Israel, has an unusually high concentration of salt, as well as minerals such as magnesium, potassium and calcium chloride. The Dead Sea has a long and storied history. Even ancient Egyptians were aware of the sea's unique qualities: They extracted bitumen (a component of asphalt) from the Dead Sea to embalm mummies. Over the ages, people have always visited the Dead Sea due to its reputed curative properties. Today, health spas and resorts line its shores, and Dead Sea Salt is used in a variety of bath and beauty products. Below are some interesting facts about the Dead Sea and Dead Sea Salt products:

Why the Name. The reason that the Dead Sea is called "dead" is that nothing is capable of living in the water; it is far too saline to support life. Any fish that might swim into the Dead Sea by mistake (from the freshwater streams that feed it) die immediately.

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How To Whiten Your Teeth

Staff468 — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 16:13:00 -0500

Whether you're reentering the dating world after a long hiatus or just finally admitting that your coffee and cigarette routine has caught up with you, you want whiter teeth. You don't want to go the Chiclets route-where your teeth look more like Chiclets than enamel-but on the other hand, that yellowish hue has dulled your smile.

Once you start considering teeth whitening options, you'll begin to notice people's teeth in a way you never have before. Teeth come in lots of different colors, from white to yellow to gray, with stains in a variety of colors as well. You may notice that you're running in a pearly white crowd without the requisite ingredients-the pearly whites, that is.

Here are a few tips on how you can whiten your teeth and how much the teeth whitening process will lighten your wallet:

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How To Learn About Tattoo Removal

Staff468 — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 14:31:00 -0500

Thanks to Angelina Jolie, we all are more familiar with the concept of tattoo removal than we might be otherwise. Although the images of Angelina Jolie's tattoos were removed from Tomb Raider frame by frame by frame, chances are that you don't have that same option available to you for say, your upcoming wedding video. Here are a few tips on how to get your own personal "Billy Bob" removed:

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