JOHNSON’S® NATURAL™ product line, which naturally and gently cares for baby’s skin and hair makes it easy to infuse natural elements into your life by using ingredients such as fruits and plants.

Sara Snow, Natural and Green Living Expert and TV Host is thrilled with the new addition for “natural” moms. She shares simple tips and ideas that every mom can incorporate into her daily routine to make her life more natural:

No More Paper or Plastic:

Any time you hit the grocery store, meat market, or even mall; take your own reusable shopping bag.

Unplug:

Reduce the consumption of electrical energy by simply unplugging electronics when they’re not in use. Phone chargers draw energy all day long when left plugged into the wall, and electronics can use 40% of their regular running energy when plugged in on standby.

Conserve Water:

Take quicker showers, fix leaky faucets and shut off the water while you brush your teeth. That alone can save almost 2000 gallons a year.

Reach for the Stars:

Always look for the Energy Star seal. Appliances with this seal use less energy, save you money and help protect the environment. Available products range from programmable thermostats to cordless phones. To give an example, Energy Star washing machines use 50% less energy and could reduce your utility bills by over $100 a year.

Switch out Light bulbs:

Americans buy 1 billion bulbs a year. If everyone would switch out just one conventional bulb for a compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL), it would be like pulling a million cars off the roads. Plus, because the bulbs last 10 times as long and are 25% more energy efficient, they’ll save you money.

My earliest memory of body care was when I was possibly four and after our bath, giagia (grandmother in Greek) would splash my sister and myself with Jean Nate After Bath Splash. It had a very fresh scent and my sister and I would smell like lemons all day long! My giagia used to enjoy hand and foot massages from us with Vaseline Intensive Care body lotion. While mom was working from home, and running errands, giagia would take care of us after coming home from work.

Here are some of my favorite products today:

Clarins Hand and Nail Treatment Cream – this is the #1 selling hand cream in the world.  Keeps your hands very soft and supple, while strengthening your nails.

Dr. Bronner’s  Magic Pure Castile Liquid Soap in Almond  - I love that this all natural, multipurpose product leaves my skin feeling very soft in the shower, without dryness or irritation.

Le Crystal Naturel Body Deodorant Spray – this is an all natural deodorant that works! I am very sensitive to the aluminum chlorohydrate in most standard deodorants.

Bliss Naked Body Butter Maximum Moisture Cream – it is very rich and creamy, without any fragrance to interfere with my favorite perfume.

Veet Hair Removal Gel Cream – quickly removes my unwanted hair in 3 minutes without burning or irritation. I have very sensitive skin.

Mary Kay Cosmetics Extra Emollient Night Cream – this is the original Mary Kay product. It is multipurpose, originally designed for the face, and super dry skin. It can be used on your feet, hands, elbows. I use it as a night treatment for my hands and feet. It has the ability to heal cracked heels too!

Origins Incredible Spreadable Scrub Ginger Body Smoother – It is a blend of sugar and Dead Sea salts. I love how soft it makes my skin feel and the invigorating scent of ginger!

~Artemis, Beauty Editor, Plus Model Magazine

1. Soak your feet for 10-15 minutes in warm water, mild soap or a pre-packaged foot soak.

2. Use a pumice stone and exfoliate the bottom of your feet by gently scrubbing your soles and heels to remove dead skin.

3. For extremely calloused feet, slather your feet with a emollient rich lotion and cover with a plastic bag for 15 minutes.

4. Rinse and dry your feet with a clean towel.

5. Clean, trim and file your toenails.

6. Gently push back cuticles.

7. Rinse feet once again and pat dry.

8. Massage your feet and cuticles with a botanical oil.

9. Prepare your nails for polish.

10. Apply clear nail polish to protect your toenails from color pigmentation.

11. Apply 2 coats of polish and finish with a UV topcoat.

12. Allow polish to completely dry before putting your shoes or sandals.

For some, the problem is hereditary or related to ethnic heritage. For others, it can be caused by a medical condition such as polycystic ovaries or a hormone-secreting tumor, or even the result of hormonal changes linked to menopause.

Still other women are interested in hair removal for areas such as legs, underarms, or bikini area, where growth is normal but sometimes undesirable.  No matter the reason, there is no shortage of ways to cope.

To help you decide which method of hair removal might be best for you, WebMD consulted several experts in the field. They helped us prepare this guide to the eight most popular methods of hair removal for women.

Hair Removal Method No. 1: Laser/Pulsed Light

What It Does: One of the more popular ways to remove hair is via laser or pulsed light – energy that goes through the hair shaft down to the follicle, where it destroys the hair’s root.  The hair does not immediately come out during a laser treatment. Instead, it weakens and falls out over time.  This means doctors can safely treat larger areas at one time and more comfortably for the patient.

Best For : Laser hair removal can be done anywhere on the body. The best candidates are women with dark hair and light skin. Lasers won’t work on white hair, and they are much less effective on blond hair, which Goldberg says usually responds best to electrolysis.

How Long It Takes : It usually requires 5-7 sessions, with a touch-up about once a year thereafter.

Cost : The cost runs between $150 and $500, or sometimes more depending on how many treatments are needed.

Hair Removal Method No. 2: Electrolysis

What It Is : The only method of hair removal that is permitted to be called “permanent,” electrolysis uses a tiny needle that slides down into the hair follicle until it reaches the cells responsible for hair growth.  The process can be uncomfortable, but local anesthetic creams can help.

Best For : Like other forms of hair removal, it is safe to do electrolysis anywhere on the body, the most popular place for women is the face.

How Long It Takes : Though the system requires that the removal be done hair-by-hair, so it can take up to 25 sessions, depending on how much you need removed, but each session may only be 5 or 10 minutes long.

Cost: Costs run between $40 and $90 per treatment, with 10 to 25 treatments (or more) sometimes necessary for permanent, lasting results.

Potential Drawback : Electrolysis can cause tiny scars where the needle is inserted. Though for most people they heal unnoticed, for those with darker skin tones it means an increased risk of hyperpigmentation and formation of keloids. Thus, it’s not recommended for this skin type.

Hair Removal Method No. 3: Vaniqa

What It Is: This topical prescription cream, also known as eflornithine 13.9%, works by blocking an enzyme that would otherwise stimulate hair growth. Without the enzyme, hair growth is retarded in that area, and eventually may stop.

Best For : Vaniqa works best for facial hair growth on the upper lip, chin, and cheeks.

Studies show Vaniqa is safe to use in combination with birth control pills and other hormone treatments when the cause of unwanted hair stems from reproductive problems such as polycystic ovaries. It is also safe for all ethnic groups and skin types.

Cost : Vaniqa costs between $80 and $225 per tube.

Hair Removal Method No. 4: Waxing

What It Is : It’s been around for centuries, but today’s waxes are far different than the sticky honey treatments of the past.  he soy cream is applied, then covered with special cloth strips. When the wax sets, the strips are removed, taking the hair with it.

Best For : Waxing can remove hair anywhere on the body, including the upper lip, chin, eyebrows, arms and legs. A bikini wax removes hair that might show when you’re wearing a skimpy bathing suit bottom, while a Brazilian wax removes all hair from the genital area.

Cost: The cost of waxing runs from about $10 for an upper lip, to $70 for upper and lower legs or a Brazilian wax. The procedure must be repeated every few weeks.

Hair Removal Method No. 5: Shaving

What It Is: Whether done with an electric or straight razor, shaving is akin to cutting hair – only it does so ultra-close to the skin. Shaving does not remove hair at the root, nor does it disturb the follicle. That means the effects are temporary, lasting anywhere from a few hours to a few days.

Potential Drawback: If hair is coarse shaving can cause ingrown hairs.

Hair Removal Method No. 6: Depilatories

What It Is: These creams and lotions use a chemical compound designed to dissolve the proteins that make up hair. Unlike shaving, which leaves sharp, hard, hair stubble just below the skin, depilatories leave a rounded, smoother edge – so stubble is minimized and regrowth appears to take longer. Still, treatments usually need to be repeated at least weekly, if not more often.

Best For : Best used for hair on the face, arms, and legs, many depilatories are not recommended for eyebrows or for use in the genital area.

Cost : Cost is between $5-$10 per tube or bottle.

Hair Removal Method No. 7: Tweezing

What It Is: Tweezing pulls hair out at the root. However, it does not affect the follicle, from which hair grows, so it’s only a matter of time before another one sprouts up.

Best For : Tweezing is best used to remove hair on small areas of the face – such as the upper lip, chin, or eyebrows.

Hair Removal Method No. 8: Oral Contraceptives and Hormonal Treatments

What It Is: For women whose hair growth is hormone-related — most often caused by a condition known as polycystic ovary syndrome — medications can help. The condition is known as hirsutism. Treatment includes drugs designed to reduce levels of androgens, the hormones linked to excess hair growth.

Medications commonly include birth control pills and/or anti-androgens, such as spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, and flutamide.

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Taking good care of the skin on our bodies is quite important. Firstly, our lymphatic drainage system does not work all on its own. It needs to be boosted. We have to keep moving so that it naturally drains out the toxins that our bodies collect. This is why excercising is important. If we don’t keep moving, then the toxins collect and this can lead to a whole manageree of unwanted side effects! Massage also helps the lymphatic system to work better.

Exfoliating your body promotes cell renewal to keep your skin looking smooth, young, and fresh. As you remove the walls of dry cells from the skins surface, you expose newer skin that is ready to better absorb moisturizers!

Dry Brushing has been around for centuries! It is one of the oldest techniques for both exfoliating and promoting a healthy lymphatic system. It deals with the detoxifaction of the skin. Before turning the water on in your shower, stand naked in your bathroom and rub the dry brush or loofah all over your body. Always dry brush before you wet your skin, because you will want to wash off the impurities! You should do this for about 15 minutes a day on every inch of your body, or find a way to squeeze this into your busy schedule!

Try: Body Shop Long Handled Cactus Bath Brush

Earth Therapeutics Loofah Back Massager

Of course, who does not enjoy the luxury of a sugar scrub. Sugar is a humectant that prevents moisture loss in the skin. Usually blended with a variety of oils that soften the skin. A sugar scrub is a great weekly treatment. Sugar naturally produces both glycolic and alpha hydroxy acids that gently exfoliate, revealing softer skin.

Try: Silky Cosmetics Sorbet Whipped Sugar Polish

Archipelago Pomegranate Sugar Scrub

Salt scrubs are great for detoxification. Some of the best salt to use is from the Dead Sea because it contains over 80 minerals. Salt scrubbing promotes blood circulation and the removal of toxins. Because it is used for detox, it is a great weekly treatment. Don’t use a salt scrub on your skin if you have freshly shaved or have any cuts. It will sting.

Try: Bliss Hot Salt Scrub

Ahava Stress Melt Butter Salt Syringa Green Apple

~Artemis, Beauty Editor, Plus Model Magazine

Angela’s tips include:

• Look for High Concentration of Active Ingredients – Many products on the market will tout they have the highest concentration of active ingredients in their formula, but it’s not always so. I recommend a 3 to 4 percent concentration, as compared to the products that contain a 1 or 2 percent concentration. When used over a long period of time, the higher percentage concentrations typically deliver the better results.
• Make sure the product does not contain Paraben – Paraben is a preservative used commonly in many cosmetics, and for a long time, it was thought to be an effective ingredient to keep a product fresh. However, many recent studies suggest that Paraben could play a role in allergic reactions, breast cancer and even hormonal imbalances. A Paraben-free cream is just safer, in my opinion.
• Look for Specific Ingredients – Read the label before you buy, and scan for ingredients like Fiflow BTX, Snap-8 and Leuphasyl, which represent some of the more recent scientifically-proven anti-aging compounds. Also look for Swiss apple stem cells, a new anti-aging compound that has been used by First Lady Michelle Obama and Jennifer Lopez, and credited with helping them both look younger.
• Don’t Be Sold by a Pretty Package – Many anti-aging products are expensive not because of the quality or amount of product you buy, but because of the packaging. Angela, a veteran graphic designer, knows her way around package design, so she was able to use less expansive recycled materials to give her line a pretty package without the high cost associated with it. Her advice is to remember that you’re not buying a package — you’re buying something to make you look and feel younger.

So, how does it work?

BeautyFix is a club that each season has a panel of beauty experts separate the winners from the losers of beauty products, and then suggests the best product matches based on your profile. The products are divided into 2 categories: Must-Haves and Panel-Haves. The “Must-Haves” are products picked just for YOU. And the panel favorites are those you pick YOURSELF! So, 4 times a year, you login at BeautyFix’s website, and choose your products! BeautyFix has products from companies like Canyon Ranch, Jonathan hair products, 3Lab, Jane Iredale, Perricone..and it’s constantly changing! The best part: You get mostly full-sized products EIGHT OF THEM for $50.00 and FREE SHIPPING ALWAYS! My Kit:

1.Canyon Ranch Your Tranformation Balance Light Weight Moisture
- A full-size lightweight moisturizer made my Canyon Ranch
- Retail: $75

2.Chella Enzyme Exfoliating Crema Mask
- A great face mask to remove dead skin cells and help will oily skin
- Retail: $60

3.Jonathan Product Create Motion
- I LOVE this product – its a creme gel that is GREAT for wavy hair. It adds definition and texture without being heavy or greasy. I’ve been looking for a product to replace my discontinued Redken creme, and I think this may be it!
- Retail: $24

4.iQ Derma Clear Remedy Acne Treatment Lotion
- Part of the iQ derma acne system. I’ve only tried this a handful of times, but it hasn’t really had an effect. I tend to lean toward products made with benzoyl peroxide, as salycylic acid doesn’t really work for my skin. I may try it again, but I had a rash from combining products!
- Retail: $60

5.Rosie Jane Cosmetics Eye Define – Night
- A unique eyeliner that has a slanted rectangular point. It makes application MUCH easier. The color is a sort of dark pewter – I REALLY like this eyeliner. It applies really easily and lasts
- Retail: $15

6.Tricia Sawyer Beauty Smoke and Mirrors
- Instant smokey eye! Love it! It is messy – but I use the trick of looking down at a mirror on the counter, so if anything falls, it falls on the mirror. GREAT color and application.
- Retail: $21

7.Global Goddess Beauty Divine Eye Color – Rekha
- Glittery black eyeshadow that I like to use over my eyeliner – love the pigment and shimmer.
- Retail: $18

8.3LAB Perfect Cleansing Foam (not pictured because I left it at my mom’s!)
- Creamy foaming cleanser that makes your skin feel clean and moisturized.
- Retail: $40

GRAND TOTAL: $313 worth of beauty products!

Isn’t that CRAZY? It’s amazing! And you get to choose a kit FOUR TIMES A YEAR! You also get a $25 giftcard to glow.com when you review products, and $10 of your BeautyFix kit if you refer a friend and she signs up! I honestly love this club – it’s affordable, unique, and you get to try so many different products for a fraction of the price. I’ve already signed up for the year!

You have met the man of your dreams, fallen in love with him and even got the marriage date fixed. And now, you are eagerly waiting for the day of your union, when the two of you would become each other’s, forever. In the meantime, you have started with the preparations, right from choosing the venue to selecting the bridal dress. Now, have you given any thought to the Wedding day makeup as well? No? Then, waste no more time and start taking care of yourself from this moment onwards. We have listed a number of make up tips and ideas for the bride, in the following lines, just for you.

Makeup Ideas For Bride

Before The Wedding Day

• Undertake a skin, hair and nail care program at least 6 weeks before the wedding. Start going for regular facials and manicures and ask your beautician to advise good beauty products as well.
• Stay away from the sun as far as possible. In case you have to move out, do not forget to use a sun-block, with at least 20 SPF. Try to avoid extremes of weather, like wind, pounding rain or freezing cold, as well.
• If you have a stressful job, make sure to go for relaxing massage, at least once in a week. Use essential oils in your bath and try to attend at least one aromatherapy session before the wedding.
• Do not compromise on your sleep; otherwise you will be hard-pressed to hide your under-eye circles on the D-day. At the same time, be happy. Remember, what goes on in your mind reflects on your face as well.
• Make the booking for the make-up artists at least 3-4 months before the wedding. Let him/her see your outfit, so that he/she can plan the exact look. You should also go for a trial session before the wedding.

• It is always advisable to synchronize your makeup with the bridal outfit and jewelry. If they are extremely heavy, then you should prefer to get light makeup done on the big day.
• The time of your wedding also has a bearing on the type and amount of makeup. For instance, heavy makeup looks good at night, but will make you seem very odd under the harsh rays of the sun.
• If your wedding has been scheduled for spring/summer, bright, pastel shades will work the best. For a winter wedding, warmer and deeper shades will be a better option.
• Though your bridal makeup needs to be heavier and more dramatic than the one you do for usual parties, it should no be so heavy that it makes you look like a made-up doll.
• Since it is your wedding, you will be photographed a lot. Remember, foundations will yellow tones work best with flash photography. While, the ones with pink tones will make you look too pale.
• Always go for a lip-liner that is the same shade as your lipstick. Otherwise, you might end up with a lip-line that is too noticeable. At the same time, always stick to long-lasting lipsticks, for your wedding.
• Remember, you have to balance the eye makeup with lip makeup. In case you want to go for dramatic eyes, go for a light-color lip shade. If you are using a dark lipstick, it is better to have natural, light eyes.
• Never ever forget to apply the foundation on your neck, back, ears and other exposed areas of the body as well. Otherwise, your face will look painted on and your beauty – artificial.
• It is advisable to go for a light dusting of translucent powder, so that your face does not end up shining too much. You can also apply bronzing powder to warm your skin tone and get a natural glow.
• Ask your sister, friend or some other female relative to carry a powder compact, tissues and lipstick for you. This will help you do the touch ups, especially if your wedding is going to be a long affair.

Julianne Hough’s Tips for Tantalizing Skin You’ll want to Flaunt:

Step 1: Buff. To flaunt fab skin in the city, use a pumice stone to treat dry spots, like elbows and heels.

Step 2: Hydrate. Boost your water intake – it will help you feel refreshed and vibrant all night long.

Step 3: Indulge. Before you hit the town, maximize your shower and make skin flaunt-worthy with the new Caress Whipped Souffles. These ultra-light, yet creamy body washes deliver both incredible fragrances and moisturization in one.

Available in two great fragrances, Blackberry Cream (whipped with blackberry and vanilla essence) and White Peach Cream (whipped with white peach and a blend of silk blossom), Caress Whipped Souffle Body Washes offer the ultimate in everyday indulgence. The bottles even feature a new Silky Fragrance Infusion icon that shows women they can get silky, moisturized skin with amazing fragrance – all from one body wash.