20 Beauty Secrets Every Teen Should Know

Or, What We Wish We Knew 20 Years Ago

There’s nothing worse than getting advice from older people, we know, we know, but the truth is some advice is worth taking and keeping, especially when it comes to fun beauty tips. We’ve been reading fashion magazines and testing beauty products for years. In this time, we’ve read 1000s of beauty tips, tried 1000s of products, but only a few are worth keeping around. So, here we share with you the 20 things we wish we knew when we were teenagers.

1. Skip the foundation If you have acne the first thing you want to do is slather on the thick foundation. AVOID AT ALL COSTS. Foundation is for women over 40. Not only will it cover up your natural beauty, but foundation on a teenager looks anything but natural. Instead, cover up blemishes with concealer, then follow with a powder.

2. You pat concealer in, you never rub it in We know this from watching the Tyra Banks show. When applying concealer, put a bit on the pad of your middle finger and pat it in. Never rub. Got acne? Pat the concealer on top of it.

3. Play up your lips or your eyes, never both If you are wearing heavy eye makeup, go for nude lips with just a bit of gloss. Prefer the drama of dark lipstick? Keep face light (stay away from heavy blush) and wear only mascara on your eyes and a light eyeshadow. Don’t heavily line your eyes. Play up both and you’ll look like a clown.

4. Less is more Ever notice how some of your friends look best with no makeup at all? No matter your age, too much makeup makes you look worse. If you wear foundation, powder, blush, liner, mascara, eyeshadow, lip liner, gloss on an everyday basis, then you’re doing too much. Tone it down: All you really need is a great mascara, concealer for acne and gloss.

5. Natural hair is always hot If you have super dark hair, lighten your look by going a shade darker or getting lighter highlights. Blonde? Try highlights, especially around your face. We see too many teens lightening their hair several shades and the look is super tacky, not super fabulous. The trick is to let people assume you were born with sun-kissed hair, not that you gave yourself a bad dye job from a bottle. More hair color tips here.

6. Vaseline is your best friend Skip the bottled cleaners: Vaseline is the best eye makeup remover hands down. It’s also great for fixing chapped, scaly lips. Slather on a bunch of Vaseline, then use a toothbrush to massage lips. Wipe the excess off on a tissue. Your lips will be smooth and soft.

7. You can never go wrong with layers Layers are great for any hair type: Super curly, straight or wavy. It makes thin hair appear thicker, curly hair appear manageable and wavy hair appear just-got-back-from-the-beach sexy.

8. Acne? Get thee to a dermatologist, stat Biggest mistake people with acne make? Not going to a dermatologist. Forget those $150 jeans you covet. Getting rid of those pimples will be the best investment you’ll ever make. And the only guaranteed way to do it is with a dermatologist.

9. Spend money on key beauty products Not sure what to splurge on and what to save on? Here’s our Golden Rules: Don’t scrimp on eye shadow, facial moisturizer, powder, self-tanner or lipstick. There’s a big difference in quality for these products. Don’t waste your money on fancy mascaras, cleansers, eye liners or lip gloss.

10. Buying foundation or lipstick? Test it first There are some beauty products you simply must try out at a department store or Sephora before you buy. These include: Foundation, lipstick, blush and powder. Buy these products in a grocery store and you’ll be lucky if you picked the right color for your skin tone. What you can get away with without testing: Mascara, eye liner, most basic eye shadows and lip gloss.

11. When can you skip sunscreen ? Never Here’s a trick we wish we knew: The first beauty product you should apply every day is sunscreen, even if it’s cloudy or rainy outside. Why? Good habits start young and if you use sunscreen now, you’ll have gorgeous skin when you’re 50, 60, 70. Plus, the sun’s UV rays can penetrate clouds.

12. Wrapping hair around the barrel creates waves There’s nothing sexier than long, layered waves. To get them, wind hair AROUND the barrel of a large curling iron. Reverse direction for each 2-inch section (wind up for one, down for another).

13. Self-tanner will always stink Unfortunately, even the best ones smell. Your best bet is to apply self-tanner a good 24 hours before an important event and take a shower (don’t loofah) to wash off any smell.

14. Don’t let nails go Not into manicures and pedicures? No worries. Just make sure to keep nails clean and the same length. If you do want to paint them, don’t keep the polish on until half of it’s chipped away. Also, there’s nothing worse than too-long toenails. Keep nails clipped between pedicures! People tend to judge others by the care they put into their hands and feet.

15. Don’t line the inside of your eyes It will make your eyes appear smaller. Instead, line just at the lash line. Also, an obvious line doesn’t look natural. Smudge the line just a bit.

16. Oily hair? Invest in a dry shampoo If you have blonde hair, sprinkling a bit of baby powder on your roots and at your crown will soak up excess oils. If you have brown hair, you might be better off with a dry shampoo for your hair color.

17. Shave legs at the end of the shower Cut down on nicks and cuts by making shaving the very last step in your shower or bathing ritual. Nine more shaving tips here

18. Know your best feature and play it up What feature do people comment on most? Play it up. If you’re told you have Angelina Jolie lips, make sure to wear gloss and play with bold lipstick colors. If it’s your eye color people love, find eyeshadow colors that complement them and make sure to wear mascara. Also, know what color shirts look best on you and go shopping.

19. Scrubs are great for dry skin If you have dry, itchy skin in winter, invest in a scrub and handmitts and scrub away in the bathtub. Make sure to slather on a thick moisturizer afterward. For dry, callousy feet, buy a pumice stone. They work better than any of the other wimpy options on the market.

20. Remember: Beauty is mostly internal Think about a girl you know who’s overweight yet all the guys love her. Why? Because she’s confident. If you aren’t wearing makeup and your toes haven’t been repainted in weeks, if you’re happy and smiling you will still be 10 times prettier than the mopey cheerleader sitting next to you in class. Trust us (wink).

Youth Health Tips

The issues and decisions that youth face today are much different than those of 20 years ago. To help children and teens make healthy lifestyle decisions, try these tips to support the emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness of youth in our community.

Tips for Youth

- Exercise keeps you fit, increases your energy level, and gives you a sense of well-being. Make time for it every day.

- Make healthy food choices. Substitute water or milk for soda or juice.

- Talk to someone you have never spoken to before. You might just make a new friend.

- Try a new sport or join a new club.

- Turn off the TV. Step away from the video game. Read a good book instead.

- Choose to be a non-smoker.

- Be nice to yourself. Don’t compare yourself to others. Remember that all of your peers are worried about how they look and how they fit in, too.

- Have a good laugh. It’s important to not take life too seriously all the time.

Healthy Heart Tips

Of the major risk factors for heart disease, at least five are things that you can do something about, and Munson Healthcare is here to help.

You can:

Stop smoking.
The Smoking
Cessation Center offers several resources that can help you quit for good.

Eat heart-healthy foods.
Nutritional counseling is
available so you can learn to eat heart smart.

Exercise.
Exercise and fitness courses are offered for
all fitness levels that will help you lose weight and keep it off.

Lose weight.
Make an appointment with your physician
to discuss what your target weight should be to maintain a healthy heart.

Lower your blood pressure.
Visit our Heart
Disease Center for tips and strategies for lowering your blood pressure.

Men's Health Tips

Today’s prevention tools and treatments are helping men maintain and regain their health. Did you know that cure rates for testicular cancer approach 100 percent when detected early?

Historically, men have been more reluctant than women to see their physician and they often wait until symptoms are severe. But new procedures and screenings are making it possible for various diseases to be detected while they are still highly treatable.

Here are some tips for living a long and healthy life:

-Be physically active. Incorporate 30 minutes of activity into your day, every day.

-See your physician for regular preventive check ups and screenings, such as the PSA test for prostate cancer.

-Learn the symptoms of heart attack and stroke and if you have them, get help fast. New medications are highly effective if given quickly.

-Don’t smoke.

-If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation, no more than two drinks per day.

-Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

-Have your cholesterol checked. If your total cholesterol is more than 240, your risk of heart and stroke is greater.

-Remember to laugh. Find the humor in life. You’ll be happier, and so will those who love you.

Isu Makanan Segera

Menteri Kesihatan, Datuk Seri Dr. Chua Soi Lek akan mengemukakan kepada Kabinet supaya iklan makanan segera yang disifatkan sebagai pembunuh senyap, diharamkan.

Beliau juga akan mengadakan perbincangan dengan Menteri Pelajaran, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein tentang kemungkinan menghentikan penjualan makanan segera di kantin-kantin sekolah di seluruh negara.

Soi Lek membayangkan langkah mengharamkan penjualan makanan segera di sekolah akan dikuatkuasakan memandangkan ia telah dilaksanakan di beberapa negara maju.

‘‘Tindakan membawa cadangan (pengharaman iklan makanan segera) ke Kabinet adalah untuk mendengar pandangan Jemaah Menteri, termasuk Perdana Menteri, Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, supaya satu garis panduan jelas tentang iklan makanan segera dapat diwujudkan kelak,’’ katanya.

Soi Lek memberitahu terdapat cadangan supaya pengharaman hanya dibuat ke atas iklan yang membabitkan kanak-kanak sahaja supaya langkah tersebut tidak menjejaskan industri iklan makanan segera yang dianggarkan bernilai RM100 juta.

Bagaimanapun, katanya, cadangan itu tidak praktikal kerana iklan yang disiarkan ditonton oleh semua lapisan masyarakat.

‘‘Kita akan bincang bagaimana iklan makanan segera ini dapat diharamkan kerana bilangan penyakit yang ada hubung kait dengan makanan segera sudah sampai ke tahap membimbangkan.

‘‘Kita akan ambil pandangan yang lebih rasional. Tetapi, mana lebih penting, industri iklan makanan segera yang dianggarkan bernilai RM100 juta atau tahap kesihatan 26 juta rakyat Malaysia,’’ tegasnya.

Mereka terdedah kepada makanan itu yang mengandungi kandungan lemak trans-fats, gula, garam dan bahan kimia yang tinggi. Ia juga dikategorikan sebagai ‘sampah’ dan mengancam kesihatan terutama kanak-kanak.

Penyakit-penyakit yang dicetuskan oleh makanan itu antaranya adalah kegemukan, diabetes, jantung dan kanser.

Sebelum ini, Soi Lek sendiri mengemukakan cadangan menghentikan iklan makanan segera yang disifatkan pembunuh senyap.

Cadangan itu disokong Gabungan Persatuan-Persatuan Pengguna Malaysia (FOMCA) dan pengamal perubatan di negara ini.

Mengulas lanjut, Soi Lek yang sedang bercuti di luar negara sempena Tahun Baru Cina berkata, sekiranya tidak ada usaha bersungguh-sungguh kemungkinan akan berlaku peningkatan penyakit tidak berjangkit yang berhubung kait dengan cara pemakanan di kalangan rakyat.
Ini kerana katanya, pengambilan makanan segera di kalangan rakyat Malaysia, termasuk penduduk luar bandar, sudah sampai ke tahap yang membimbangkan.

Jika di negara maju, kata beliau, orang ramai tidak digalakkan memakan burger pada awal pagi melalui pelbagai kempen termasuk menyamakan pengambilan sebiji burger dengan secawan air laut.

Tetapi di Malaysia, katanya, sungguhpun ada kempen mengamalkan gaya hidup sihat, kesannya begitu terhad.

‘‘Ini kerana, setiap pusat membeli-belah mesti ada (menjual) makanan segera,’’ katanya.

Vitamin A, C, E, adalah Baik untuk kesihatan

Vitamin A, C, E, adalah Baik untuk kesihatanBukti saintifik dan perubatan yang kukuh daripada kajian yang dijalankan diseluruh dunia menunjukkan bahawa diet kaya tumbuhan dan sayuran adalah dikaitkan dengan risiko penyakit yang lebih rendah. Bahan kandungan aktif difikirkan ialah Beta Karotena – vitamin A, Vitamin C dan vitamin E bertindak sebagai antioksidan semulajadi dan membantu mencegah kerosakan yang boleh membawa kepada penyakit kronik.

Walaupun diet semata-mata bukanlah satu kesalahan, ia adalah elemen penyumbang dengan faktor genetik dan persekitaranBeta karotena adalah bahan tumbuhan yang mana tubuh kita menukarnya menjadi vitamin A- nutrien penting yang menjadikan pandangan mata anda sentiasa bagus, kulit anda sihat dan sistem imun anda kuat. Ia juga mengalakkan penyembuhan luka dikulit dan boleh disapu pada kulit yang luka, melecet dan melecur; ia boleh mempercepatkan pemulihan anggota badan yang terkehel dan tegang.

Vitamin C mungkin vitamin yang paling dikenali adalah aktif dalam seluruh badan. Ia membantu menguatkan kapilari, dinding sel dan adalah penting untuk membentuk kolagen. Dengan cara ini ia mencegah lebam, mengalakkan penyembuhan dan mengekalkan ligamen ( yang menyambung otot ke tulang) tendon, ( yang menyambung tulang ke tulang) dan gusi sentiasa kuat dan sihat. Ia juga membantu mengeluarkan hemoglobin dalam sel darah dan membantu danan menyerap zat besi daripada makanan. Adalah vitamin C mencegah demam selsema? Mungkin tidak tatapi ia boleh mengurangkan simpton – simptom dan mungkin memendekan tempoh penyakit ini.Vitamin E adalah istilah generik untuk sekumpulan sebatian yang berkaitan dipanggil tokoferol. Oleh kerana larut lemak, vitamin E disimpan dalam tubuh, terutama dalam tisu lemak dan hati. Vitamin E ditemui hanya dalam beberapa makanan, dan banyak daripadanya adalah tinggi kandungan lemaknya.

Oleh itu suplimen boleh menjadi sangat berguna untuk mendapatkan jumlah yang optimum. Satu daripada fungsi asas vitamin E ialah melindungi membran sel. Tetapi reputasi vitamin E sekarang datang daripada potensinya yang menentang penyakit sebagai antioksidan. Memakan suplemen vitamin E boleh menguatkan sistem imun bagi orang tua. Beberapa kajian telah menunjukkan bahawa vitamin E sistetik 9 selalunya dilebal “di-alpha”) diserap hanya separuh juga suplimen vitamin E dibuat daripada germa gandum atau minyak soya. Walaupun ia lebih mahal, vitamin E semulajadi boleh menjadi pilihan yang lebih baik.

Sumber rujukan : Healing Power Of Vitamins, Menerals and Herbs, Reader’s Digest.

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Masalah Selulit

SETIAP HARI ANDA MENGURANGI 200 GRAM LEMAK, APA YANG TERJADI SETELAH 2 BULAN?

Baru-baru ini survey menyatakan 45% orang-orang yang berusaha menurunkan berat badan dengan diet malah mengalami penambahan berat badan bukannya mengalami penurunan berat badan.

Mengapa ini terjadi? Lemak memainkan peran yang penting dalam memelihara kesehatan, kulit kencang, menjadikan organ tubuh tahan melawan penyakit, menstabilkan suhu tubuh dan membantu sel berfungsi aktif.

Lapisan lemak yang dikenal sebagai lemak subkutis adalah lapisan lemak yang berada di bawah kulit untuk membantu mengatur suhu tubuh yang optimal dengan organ dalam tubuh. Oleh karena itu orang yang terlalu gemuk tidak mudah merasakan dingin dibanding orang yang langsing.

Kelebihan lemak dalam jumlah yang banyak akan menjadi sebagai tempat menyimpan makanan. Semasa puasa, tubuh akan memecahkan lemak yang tersimpan. Tapi hal ini tidak memecahkan lemak secara sempurna. Karena banyak sel lemak lain tetap tidak terpecah, hanya sebagian kecil saja yang terpecah. Maka sel lemak itu akan mudah tergantikan oleh sel-sel lemak lain. Hal inilah yang menjelaskan mengapa berat kembali meningkat dengan cepat. Contoh kasus ini terjadi pada pelaku diet yang mengkonsumsi obat-obatan untuk menahan nafsu makan yang menyebabkan kekurangan nutrisi.

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