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THE BEST WAY TO BLEND YOUR MAKEUP

March 24, 2015
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Beauty blender is a non disposable sponge applicator used to flawlessly apply your makeup. For sensitive, easily irritated skin or skin with active inflammation due to blemishes or Rosacea, the beauty blender is wonderful because it’s so gentle and non-abrasive. HOW TO -- USE A BEAUTY BLENDER SPONGE: Wet your beauty blender and squeeze out the excess moisture. You want the sponge to be barely damp when you're using it. Apply your foundation to the back of your hand or a flat surface and dip the rounded end of the Beauty blender into it. Begin to apply your foundation by stippling or bouncing the Beauty blender all over your face. No need to press into the skin too hard; the beauty blender sponge will do most of the work...

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5 HAIR GROWTH TIPS TO LIVE BY

March 24, 2015
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Moisturize hair daily to reduce dryness, brittleness and breakage! In general, as women of color, our hair is usually dry due to lower sebaceous (oil) gland secretions. As the temperatures become cooler and less humid, your hair becomes even more dry. Apply a daily moisturizer (oil sheen, lotion, etc) to your hair, especially the ends which are more prone to splitting and breakage from dryness. One of my favorites for dry hair is simply basic olive oil, which can be used daily or applied heavily with a plastic cap the night before shampooing. Shampoo hair at least once a week even when it is colder! Contrary to popular belief, we should wash our hair at least once a week followed by a moisturizing conditioner, regardless of the changing...

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PART 2: FOODS THAT HELP GROW HEALTHY NAILS

March 23, 2015
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Many vitamins play a major role in healthy nails and nail growth. Some of the vitamins are iron, zinc, and B-12. Iron plays an essential part in preventing nails from being brittle. Iron can be found in nuts, leafy vegetables, and red meats. Zinc is essential in helping prevent white spots and inflammation in the cuticle. Zinc can be found in dark chocolate, nuts, and turkey. Lastly B-12 is essential in preventing dry and dark nails. B-12 is found in foods, such as cheese, eggs, and crabs. Vitamins play an important role in the human body. With the help of vitamins your skin stays healthy, which means your nails will grow healthy and long. #Manicuremondays ...

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TRUSTING YOUR INTUITION

March 22, 2015
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Every woman possesses within her "gut feelings". The feelings that keep us going down one path or changing paths completely. Inside our minds exists this amazing gift of intuition; although, many women are not educated on how to expand these feelings. Ever wanted to learn how to trust yourself more? Do you want to feel better about the decisions you're making? Need advice on your current relationships, career path, and goals? The answers to all of these questions are guided by your intuition. The Mind Unleashed wrote an article about 7 key steps to enhancing and trusting your intuition. I have applied these steps on a daily basis for many months in my life. Not only do I feel better about the choices I make, I'm confident in where my life...

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MISS BLACK USA JASMIN ALEXANDER TALKS DIET AND EXERCISE

March 20, 2015
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Growing up in a household where my mother prided herself on eating right and staying healthy caused me to become very aware of good fats versus bad fats, white bread versus wheat bread, and having an exercise regimen of about 3-4 days a week. Therefore, weight has never been a huge struggle for me. I tend to fluctuate within 5lbs of my ideal weight. Having the ability to learn about nutrition apart from my mother’s wisdom has taught me a lot. Everyone’s body is different and responds to foods differently. I’ve noticed that it’s not so much what I eat, but how much of it I eat that makes the difference. However, I do tend to stay away from beef and pork and stick with lean meats...

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TIME TO GET YOUR ABS TIGHT FOR SUMMER

March 19, 2015
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Here we are just a few months away from swim suit season, here's a great exercise to get your six pack ready for the summer! Grab an exercise ball and get to work. Place your legs on the ball, hands shoulder width apart on the floor, pull your abdominal muscles towards your spine and begin to draw the ball towards you with your legs, trying to isolate your core as you draw the ball towards you.  If keeping the legs straight is too difficult, bend your knees and draw the ball in towards you bending your knees.  For the advanced ball pikes add a shoulder press.  Perform 4 sets of 10 repetitions each set.  This exercise although for core, will engage your entire body! As always if...

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WHAT IT TAKES TO TRANSFORM TARAJI HENSON INTO COOKIE LYON ON EMPIRE

March 18, 2015
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Actress Taraji Henson turns into one of the most fashionable women on hit TV series Empire. She rocks a bold style with her lush furs, animal print dresses, and eye popping lip colors. It's not unusual to see Cookie rocking a fuchsia, purple, or pink lip just for a day at the office according to Elle.com. Click on the link below to learn all Cookie’s beauty secrets from her Glam Squad. http://www.elle.com/beauty/makeup-skin-care/news/a26807/taraji-p-hensons-empire-makeup-all-the-secrets-from-her-glam-squad/ #Womancrushwednesdays ...

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THE PERFECT LIP FOR YOUR SKIN TONE

March 17, 2015
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We already know makeup enhances those beautiful features you already have. Sealing with a perfected lip is one of the most underestimated yet powerful sources of pulling a look together. However we find ourselves staring at shelves of endless choices and often choosing colors/shades that aren't necessarily conducive to our skin tones. I cannot stress enough not all colors/shades are universal. Your skin tone is the determining factor of what compliments you and provides you with that wow factor. Complexions run in warms, neutrals and cools, however you want to focus more on the depth of the hue to truly compliment your skin tone. Fair skin tones, for reds go with blue undertones, pinks you want to stick to your lighter more beige undertones and for your...

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The benefits of water in healthy nails

March 16, 2015
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How much water do you drink a day? If it is not at least an 8- ounce glass, then you are not drinking enough. The average adult body is made up of 50-75% water. Nails need plenty of water to stay strong and healthy. Without plenty of water your nails can become brittle and dry. During certain seasons such as winter and summer you should drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Certain seasons such as winter and summer can make your skin and nails become dry and brittle due to lack of water in your body. Water has a big effect on your nails, and I recommend you drink plenty of it....

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Almond butter toast with bananas and flax seeds

March 16, 2015
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This dish tastes as good as it sounds. To make it extra healthy go for sprouted bread made from whole grains, and flax seeds for extra fiber, with all natural almond butter. ENJOY!! INGREDIENTS: 2/3 cup crunchy almond butter or creamy butter 1 tablespoon agave nectar or honey 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons whole flax seeds 2 bananas 4 slices sprouted whole grain bread DIRECTIONS: In a medium bowl, stir together the almond butter, agave nectar or honey, vanilla, until nice well blended. Toast the bread slices, spread the almond butter mixture over the slices of toast. Top with bananas slices and sprinkle each slice of toast with flax seeds. COOK’S NOTE: peanut butter can be used instead of almond butter and for more sweetness you can drizzle each toast...

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