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I don’t know about you but with Xmas and New Year i spend a lot of time catching up with friends and family, which means outings, holidays and weekends away. So to make things a little easier i normally have my 10 standard  Beauty Products which travel with me, as we all like to still look our best even in the silly season.

With the massive range of  Beauty Products available at our finger tips ,  if you could only pick 10 products in total to complete your beauty regime, what would be the most important products found in your make-up bag?

It is personal choice whether you choose a range of  Beauty Products that are, cosmetic, all-natural , organic or a mixture of several types of  Beauty Products. The huge variety of Beauty Products available, enables you to compare products, compare value for money and make the right choice for your skin.

My top 10 must have Beauty Products are:-

1.    A good cleanser that is soap free and gentle on your skin to use morning and night.
2.    A light toner that will refresh and invigorate your skin to use morning and night.
3.    A face moisturizer that suits your skin type to use morning and night.
4.    An eye cream or eye gel to keep under the eye moist and reduce puffiness.
5.    A foundation in either a cream, powder or a more natural alternative is Mineral Makeup.
6.    A bronzer, it gives you a natural glow and can be used on your neck and decolletage.
7.    A concealer to cover any little imperfections or dark circles around your eyes.
8.    A long  lasting water proof mascara.
9.    A Lip gloss, lip balm or lip stick whatever you prefer.
10.  A great fake tan or tinted moisturizer to give your whole body a healthy glow.

We all have different skin types, dry, oily, acne prone, sensitive , determining your Skin Type can often be confusing. It is important to consult a qualified Beauty Therapist if you have problem skin, so you get the right products for your skin type.  A Natural Health and Beauty regime also go’s hand in hand with your top 10 must have Beauty Products and starts with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Wishing you safe and Happy Holidays,

Cheers!

BelindaO

Health Benefits of Alternative Therapy

Alternative medicine, often referred to as “complementary medicine”,  includes a long list of Alternative Therapies ,  therapies such as herbalism, acupuncture, traditional chinese medicine, aromatherapy, iridology, homeopathy, and many more. The term ‘complementary’ is preferred by many practitioners because they don’t see themselves as a substitute for conventional medicine, but something that can be used alongside it.

I must admit i was probably a sceptic when it came to the Health Benefits of Alternative Therapy ,  it was’nt so much that i was a non believer in Alternative Therapy but most likely just ignorant.  I suppose until you have a need to explore other options, conventional medicine just seems to be the logical choice.  Don’t get me wrong i trust western medicine but sometimes a combination of both can produce better results.  I thought i would concentrate of two Alternative Therapies Herbalism and Acupuncture as i have experienced both.

Health Benefits of Alternative Therapy – Herbs for Healthy Skin

Everyone loves having natural beautiful clear skin,  i know if my skin is looking good, i have so much more confidence and wear little make-up.  If you do some research you will find that certain Herbs are great for general skin health and you can just incorporate them in your every day diet.  Herbs such as kelp, alfalfa and parsley have not only skin benefits but nutritional benefits as well.   Kelp is a natural source of iron and iodine, these nutrients help regulate the thyroid and helps fight germs and bacteria.  Why not use alfalfa is salads and sandwiches as it boosts the immune system due to nutrients such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium.  Lastly parsley is high in vitamins A, B and C so garnish away.

Increasing your fiber intake can also help filter bad toxins,  this can easily be increased by eating more fresh fruit and vegies plus adding flax meal to your cereal in the morning.  It is important to also drink water to flush the toxins out of the body, check out my post on  Drink Water for Beautiful Skin.

Health Benefits of Alternative Therapy – Acupuncture

Acupuncture is considered a holistic approach which focuses on the body as a whole, it involves the positioning of long thin needles to certain points in the body.  Regular Acupuncture treatments can give you more energy, can reduce anxiety and stress and give you a calming feeling, therefore keeping the body in good working order and less prone to sickness. Acupuncture can also be used to treat certain health conditions and eliminate or reduce the need for medication and pain killers.  I find the traditional style of Acupuncture works best for me,  it is very relaxing and i feel my Natural Health and Beauty and overall well-being has definitely improved.

I would love to hear positive experiences of others who have tried Alternative Therapy, and welcome your feedback and comments.

Bye for now

BelindaO

BeautynHealth and fashion go hand in hand, if you choose the right formula, you are already a Melbourne Cup Winner.

I love the races, i love to have a flutter on the horses and i  love the Melbourne Cup Fashion to get all dressed up.  I have been attending some of the race meetings for quite a few years now, it is a great social outing with friends and a chance to rub shoulders with the beautiful people.  My favorite day on the racing calender is Oakes Day, ladies day, when all the ladies do their best to impress.

There is a lot of preparation that goes into a day at the races, even for us little folk.  It normally starts with watching what you eat for a few weeks, eating lots of fruit and vegies, drinking our 8 glasses of water per day, not only to have radiant looking skin but feel lighter on the day.  Then there is the hair, the nails, the tan and of course the outfit.  I am a big hat girl, how many times do we get to wear big and bold head attire…….not many…….so make the most of it. My observation so far of this years Melbourne Cup Fashion seems to be big hats and big shoes and the guys are really stepping up to the plate this year also opting for the hat as an accessory.

What would the Spring Carnival be without the celebrities,  i was only about a metre away from Megan Gale a few years ago,  it was the year Megan met Andy from Hamish & Andy, she looked stunning and was very friendly.  The celebrities lead the way when it comes to Melbourne Cup Fashion as they are the most photographed so they need to be looking their best as one wrong move can see them crucified by the fashion police. I have also got a huge soft spot for AFL players as i am a footy fanatic and get an extra buzz if they play for my team the Western Bulldogs.

I just watched an interview with Bart Cummings on A Current Affair a few hours ago, and thought he was gorgeous so i am backing  Viewed  as i would really like to see Bart get the bakers dozen.

No matter how you like to enjoy the race that stops a nation,  just do it,  and  if you are heading to the Spring Carnival this year, glam up, be bold and beautiful, soak up the atmosphere and of course pick a winner.

Cheers!!!

BelindaO

Hi There

Welcome to my BeautynHealth Blog.

This is my 1st post in the BeautynHealth blog, i really hope you enjoy my  future tips and posts  and welcome your comments.

I am sure you will find my posts helpful and informative as i know there are millions of people who share the same passion i have for Beauty and Health.

My next blog post will be on Natural Beauty Skin Care.

So stay tuned and  bye for now.

Regards

BelindaO