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Deadly Make Up

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:36:56 +0100

Hey all.

Everyone knows that beauty products contain chemicals - that's what makes them work! But did you know that there are many ingredients in your cosmetics that are actually regarded as toxic chemicals, and have been proven to cause irritations and even cancer. Below is a list of ingredients that you should really try to avoid in beauty products.

Phenoexyethanol: This is definitely one of the worst. This chemical is found in many different beauty products, from hair styling products to moisturizers. Phenoexyethanol is a known irritant, and can also affect the nervous system. It has been proven to cause cancer in lab rats

Diethanolamine (DEA): This chemical can cause skin and eye irritations, as well as causing cancer in lab rats.

Triethanolamine (TEA): This is mainly found in shampoos etc, it is highly irritable and is toxic to lab animals. When TEA is mixed with nitrates it can cause cancer.

Parabens (Ethyl, Butyl, Methyl, Propyl): Are used in over 75% of beauty products so are very hard to avoid. They can cause rashes, and again are also known to cause cancer.

Isopropyl Mystriate: Cancer causing, not found in many products as it is deemed to be so toxic.

DMDM Hydation, Diazoildinyl Urea, Imidazolidinyl Urea: All (in certain conditions) can release formaldahyde

PVP/PA Copolymer: Used in hair spray, when ingested by rats was shown to cause cancerous tumors. DO NOT inhale

FD&C and D&C Dyes: The colours used in cosmetics. Again cause cancer.

Although it may seem difficult its important to avoid these chemicals as much as possible. Many of them are being reassessed to see whether they should actually be allowed to be used in beauty preparations.

Till next time!

Sarah
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To Wash or Not To Wash?

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:10:29 +0100

Hey all!

For years people have argued over how often you should wash your hair. It's been said that washing your hair everyday strips your hair of its natural oils, and can therefore damage and dry your hair. Other people say how important it is to wash your hair every day to reduce product build up, and to keep your locks in tip-top condition.

It's definitely a personal thing. I know someone who washes their hair only every 2-3 days. Her hair always looks gorgeous and shiny - never limp or greasy. However for me, I HAVE to wash my hair every day or I end up looking like I've been dragged through a McDonalds fryer!

So whats the verdict? To wash or not to wash everyday?

The answer completely depends on some key issues that can affect the condition of your hair.....

>> How oily is your skin? Oily skin leads to oily hair, especially if you have a fringe or your hair touches your face a lot.
>> How often you use hair products? Extensive use of hair products such as gels and waxes can make your hair look greasy and limp.
>> How much you sweat. Hair after sweating looks pretty bad, so it's important to wash after working out.

So there's no rules to how often you should wash your hair to keep it in optimum condition. I would suggest to try and leave your hair as long as possible before washing, but if it looks truly awful, then don't be afraid to wash every day. Just make sure you use a conditioner every couple of days to help restore the oils in your hair to keep it from looking dry.

Till next time!

Sarah
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Side Pony's... The Hottest New Hair Look!

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 10:07:01 +0100

Hi all!

Okay, a few years ago this style would have been deemed "geeky", however at the moment the side pony seems to be one of the hottest new hair styles, especially on the runway!
In the Spring 2009 Naeem Khan runway show, side ponys were taken to the extreme - high, and well and truly to the side!

To recreate this style, you need to wash your hair, and use a little straightening product. (I like Garnier Smoothing Milk, $9.95).
Part your hair to one side just above the ear. Using a hair dryer and a paddle brush, blow dry your hair straight.
Use a straightening iron, to finish completely straightening your hair, and then smooth a serum through your hair to minimize frizz.
Next pull into a high pony, a couple of inches above your ear, and secure with an elastic.
To add a little more to the pony, pop in a cute clip or flowered hair tie, however just make sure it doesn't look OTT as this style is quite striking as it is!

The high pony definitely makes a statement, and this extreme should only be worn out at night time. To create this look for the day, pull the pony down to below your ear for a fresh look, that will look great at school or work!

Till next time!

Lipstik NZ
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Welcome!

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 02:02:06 +0100

Hi and welcome to Lipstik NZ's first ever blog!

I'm Sarah, and I'm the official "blogmaster" for Lipstik NZ, and it's my job to keep you up to date with all the latest and greatest goss from the beauty world.
I'm also responsible for testing and reviewing the hottest new beauty products out and reporting back with my verdict!

I'll be updating this blog weekly, and I look forward to reading your comments and views!

Sarah xx