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If you’re like many women, you suffer from “breast envy.” “Breast Envy” is envy of the seemingly perfect breasts you see on most supermodels and actresses, heck nowadays, this probably includes the neighbor down the street. And although most of us, don’t have the stylists on staff, the money and perfect dresses, we do have breasts and we tell ourselves that ours can at least be as pretty and perky as theirs.
To get beautiful breasts, we have at our disposal a few options, plastic surgery, exercise, herbs and breast enhancement pills. Many women opt for breast enhancement pills, because they are a cheap option with a lot of promise. But do breast enhancement pills work? The short answer is yes. We will discuss the answer more fully below.
Ok, now let’s qualify the above answer more fully. Some breast enhancement pills work. Others are junk. Some cause unfortunate side-effects such as weight gain, or simply do not work. For the ones that are legitimate, there are specific guidelines that should be followed in order to make them much more effective. We will discuss them below.
1. Follow the Directions: This may sound simple, but it’s vital. Breast enhancement pills have to be used when and how the directions state. It will ensure you the best possible chance of success.
2. Take a Caffeine Break: Caffeine can disrupt and interfere negatively with many breast enhancement supplements. It can contribute to hormonal imbalances and cancel out the effect of the supplement.
3. Try a Topical Solution: Pair your breast enhancement pills with a topical cream made especially for breast enlargement. This will give you the best results.
These are just a few guidelines to make sure that you get optimal results. Do breast enhancement pills work? Sure they do. Just be sure to buy the best pills on the market, from a reputable company, which honors its’ money back guarantee. And again, be faithful to whatever regimen that you choose. This is the only way to determine the success or failure of any program.

Cosmetic surgery is a large step to take with the risks or complications that can arise during any procedure. It is important even when you seek Houston cosmetic surgery that you have all the answers, the doubts, and information you can have before you enter into the procedure. The first step in finding Houston cosmetic surgery is to find the clinic you are most comfortable with. This means you need to understand the choices in clinics that you have and narrow it down to one choice. Below are a few tips on how to find the best Houston cosmetic surgery clinic for your needs.
* Go online, use a phonebook, or another resource to compile a list of Houston cosmetic surgery centers. You will most likely want to eliminate those that are quite a drive from your area or you may be seeking a center where you will not be recognized. This will help eliminate your choices.
* The next step is to narrow the list further by word of mouth, calling up and finding out if they have complaints against them and why. Also finding out the qualifications of the facility, what procedures they will do, and the credentials of the physicians. This can be a long process so you will want to narrow done the list as much as possible by distance and procedures needed before making some phone calls.
* To further eliminate Houston cosmetic surgery clinics you will take a few visits to the top ones on your list. Check out the facility for friendliness of the staff, comforts for recovery and surgery, and most important the equipment and knowledge of the staff.
* Once you have eliminated all clinics except for the Houston cosmetic surgery clinic that felt right you would need to make sure the actual surgery is right for you. Speak with your physician in depth about the procedure. Find out what they will do exactly. Know the types of medications you will need during and after treatment. You will also want to arrange for having those prescriptions filled before you enter the clinic so that you will have less to worry about.
* Discuss the risks and possible complications. The best way to have Houston cosmetic surgery is to be knowledgeable and comfortable about the procedure. Ask as many questions as you can think of.

Many women in Asia toil all day in the rice field under the hot sun yet retain glowing complexions well into their golden years. And they don't set foot inside a Body Shop. So what's their secret?
The fact is, they have all the cosmetics they need around them - in the coconut tree, the banana plant and the jasmine bush, to mention just a few. In fact, their whole environment's a source of beauty products. Here's a quick look at some of nature's cosmetics and what they can do for your face.
Nothing quite evokes the tropics like the coconut palm. You can see it in all the tourist posters. In fact the coconut palm is at the heart of tropical life. People use the wood for building houses, the leaves for roofing, and the fruit for everything. The husk is used as fuel for cooking, the inner fruit as a food, and the water for refreshment and medicine. But the coconut has amazing properties as one of nature's medicines and cosmetics, too. For one thing, coconut oil has antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial properties. And it's a wonderful moisturizer. Try massaging your face with it at night and see how it smooths out your skin.
The banana too is one of the staple flora of the tropics. Not only is it a tasty snack but is also one of nature's cosmetics. Try making a facial pack with mashed banana and almond or olive oil. Your face will thank you. And this delicious fruit is packed with vital nutrients. The banana contains five times the vitamin A and iron and twice the quantity of most other vitamins and minerals. So enjoy a banana and let those anti-oxidants work their magic.
From the world of flowers, jasmine is venerated in Buddhist cultures and its scent adds magic to the garlands used in daily rituals. But jasmine also has therapeutic and cosmetic properties. Jasmine is classed as an aromatic herb. These herbs boost the circulation and reduce stress. As an ingredient in a facial pack, jasmine purifies and clears oily skin. And jasmine tea is a detoxifier that will help clear toxins from your system. This will let your beauty shine through.

Do you know what water is the natural skin care for you? Do you know that drinking sufficient water can improve you skin appearance, making your skin smoother and more vibrant?
We all want smooth, soft, unblemished skin. There are many people now rely solely on just commercial skin care, plastic surgery or heavy cosmetic in order to look beautiful. This are not necessary true.
Water is the best natural skin care ingredients that our body needs.
Many people do not drink sufficient water as they are afraid of water retention. Some people do not drink enough water as they are too busy at work and do not have time to drink. These are all not healthy and very wrong idea.
It is important that we provide sufficient water to hydrate our skin cell such that it looks smoother and firmer. If we drink water correctly, not only it will not have water retention, we will make us looks much beautiful.
Our body needs at least 1500 cc of water each day. It will be best if we can drink 2000 cc of water. Develop a habit of drinking two big glasses of water in the morning will help our body to flush out all the waste in our body after one whole night of rest. After which, drinking a few mouthful of water every hour can provide enough water to our body.
This is the best habit for natural skin can health care. Water is the ultimate beauty product; dehydrated skin looks older than it is. Drink lots to keep your skin looking younger and more vibrant.
I'm now drinking my eight glasses (2000 cc) a day now, and am already seeing the positive effects of having smoother skin. I never realized how I avoided drinking water because it always tasted so bad, but now I like it - it tastes great!

Low calorie vegetarian recipes are the life-blood of the healthy, svelte vegetarian. Many people believe that just because they are vegetarian that they are eating a healthy diet. This may not necessarily be true. Many vegetarians consume a diet that is high in both fat and calories. Eating cheese pizza or savory desserts is a sure-fire way to be an unhealthy and chubby vegetarian.
I’m going to help you get started in the right direction by providing you with three, easy-to-prepare and low calorie vegetarian recipes. If you like these, there are many more, where these come from. Check the bottom of the article to find out how to get access to even more low calorie vegetarian recipes. Enjoy!
Low Calorie Vegetarian Recipes
1. Vegetable Wraps
• Two zucchini • Two carrots • ½ acocado (peeled, cored and sliced)• 2 Tbs red onion (finely diced)• ½ tsp dill• ½ c. sour cream (no fat)• Dash black pepper • One Tbs. vinegar (red wine)• 12 lettuce leaves (Romaine or your favorite)
Chill ingredients. Grate zucchini & carrots. Slice avocado. Mix, dill, pepper, vinegar, zucchini, red onion, carrots and sour cream. Add to vegetable mixture. Place ¼ c. of mixture in the side of the lettuce leaf. Roll and serve. Garnish with grated carrots.
2. Israel Saled• One cucumber (peel, seed and dice)• Two Tomatoes (fresh & diced)• Two Chopped Green Onions• Two Tbs. Olive Oil• One Tbs. Lemon Juice• ½ ts. Salt• ¼ ts Pepper• ½ tsp Dill• ¼ c. Parsley (Chopped)
Papaya & Pineapple Salad• 1 c. papaya (cube)• 1 c. Pineapples (sliced or chunked)• 1 lemon• 1 Tbs. Vanilla yogurt
Mix and eat.
There you go, three tasty, easy and low calorie vegetarian recipes. Give them a try and see if you like them. Eating low calorie vegetarian recipes can be both delicious and easy. You don’t have to eat cucumbers all day. You can mix it up and be both a healthy and satisfied vegetarian! To find more low calorie vegetarian recipes, take a trip to the library, the bookstore, or perform an online search. You will find plenty of fantastic low calories.

Traditionally, it has been mainly used for afflictions of the skin. Tea tree oil is said to be very beneficial for conditions like athlete's foot, dandruff and acne. Today, so many personal products from shampoos to soaps to lotions contain tea tree oil and it is available all over the world as an essential oil. It is this oil that is added to commercial products.
Where did it originate? The tea tree grows wild in Australia and in certain parts of Asia where the local people brew it to make tea. It is this that has given it the name. Besides using it to make a beverage, the locals also used it in their medicine, especially to heal cuts and bruises on the skin. It is only very recently that the rest of the world has started to become aware of the many benefits of this herb. From something to heal wounds on the skin to treating acne and dandruff was a small step. The oil contains terpenoids which are compounds which fight both fungal and bacterial infections. This is why it is so effective in skin conditions. It has also been found to be very effective for athlete’s foot as well as other infections of the skin.
Of course, the original use is also being considered. Tea tree oil does heal cuts and injuries and especially among the aborigines and other locals, it is still used for this purpose even today. Its antiseptic qualities are also very good so it is used for yeast infections, lice and boils as well.
You can buy tea tree oil or products made from it at any supermarket or health store today. It is found in shampoos, ointments, creams, soaps and lotions. The pure essential oil, too, is available and can be used to heal any skin disease. You could even keep the essential oil and add it to shampoo to turn it into a dandruff shampoo or to cream to make it an acne-fighter.
Are there any other uses for tea tree oil? You can also use it as a mouthwash (in a diluted form) if you are suffering from an oral yeast infection or thrush. Make sure you don’t swallow any while gargling however as it could be poisonous when the concentration is high. It can also be applied to fungus on the toenail.
There are instances when people have showed a tendency to be allergic to this oil. Though rare, it would pay to look out for any itching or rash after you have applied it. The use of the oil must be discontinued if this happens. Make sure that the tea tree oil you are buying is from a reputed source so you know you are getting authentic stuff in concentrations that will be effective.

Perfumes and special scents are often the first things that will be noticed when people walk into the room, so it's best to make sure you are wearing the perfume that best reflects the kind of attention your wanting, e.g. a light scent for an interview or a more powerful one on a romantic date.
There are various ways to select the right perfume for yourself. Knowing how your tastes and styles are will often decipher which perfumes are the right match for you.
Often times, many women will discover that just by wearing the right perfume that they can turn the heads of others. This is such a wonderful confidence boost for many women. To be able to captivate someones attention with the right scent can truly be a challenge all in its own.
Some examples of how to match the right scent for your personality: If you are adventurous and like to travel to distant lands, then perhaps a great scent to try would be something that has a very "crisp" scent. Women that may be more sensual will want something light and clean, perhaps like a baby powder soft fragrance.
A great place to test out a new fragrance is often on either on the wrists or in the inside part of your elbow. These areas of the body are the best locations to test out perfumes. Waiting for about an hour or so will give time for the fragrance to settle onto the skin, as well as gives your body the chance to react to the scent. Pheromones in women react differently to scents. Therefore, what can smell great on one woman may not be the right scent for another.
Testing perfumes out before you make a purchase is a great way for you to decide what perfumes may work without having to buy an entire vial of fragrance. It is also important to remember, when you test out a new perfume it may smell totally different on the skin versus in the bottle, so test it out on where you intend to use it.
Remembering to choose a perfume that suits your personality can make all the difference in the world when it comes to perfume.

Do you have trouble applying false eyelashes? Many women do. In fact, many women avoid using them because they don't know how to get them to stick their eyes rather than to their fingers or eye lids! The combination of purchasing high quality eye lashes as well as having the best techniques will help you to take full advantage of them.
How To Apply False Eyelashes With Ease Here's a step by step guide to putting on eyelashes so that they will look amazing. This guide to wearing false eyelashes only needs to be used once to help you to learn how applying false eyelashes really can help your eyes to become glamorous.
Brush First Before you apply the actual eye lashes to your eyes, use your eye linger to create a line against your upper lashes. Later, this will help you to cover up that lash band you'll be using. Use your finger to smudge it somewhat so that it doesn't look as obvious.
Pull Through Many women make the mistake of trying to dab eye lash glue onto their other lashes directly. This is one of the main reasons your eye lashes will clump. Instead, apply a dab of glue to your finger. Hold the eyelash in your other hand and pull the lashes through the dot of glue. Do this in one fluid motion.
If you are using individual eye lashes, you'll want to just dab the bottom of them into the glue individually.
After you do this, wait about 10 seconds for the glue to begin to set.
Application To apply the lashband of eye lashes, you'll want to start at your eyes' natural line. Apply them as close as possible to this area as this will create the most natural looking lashes. Position the lashes over the top of your eye, make sure they align correctly then press down on them.

Unwanted facial hair can be a major problem for men and especially women. There are several ways to remove facial hair and there are many products on the market that can help. This article will discuss a few of the best ways to remove facial hair.
Shaving – Of course this method has been used by men and women, but we don’t recommend that women shave their facial hair. This method is only temporary and the hair grows back within a short period of time.
Tweezing – Many women use tweezers to pluck unwanted facial hair but this method has problems. The good side of tweezing facial hair is that it takes the root out and therefore the hair does not grow back too fast. The bad side of tweezing facial hair is that it is painful and takes a long time to do a small area.
Waxing – Waxing is used on women’s legs and other areas but it also can be used for facial hair. This method is just as painful as tweezing but it is faster. Normally you will only have to wax once a month. Be careful and try this method on a small section of your face to make sure you don’t have a bad reaction.
Electrolysis – This method is permanent but can be expensive and time consuming. The method basically burns the hair root and therefore the hair can’t come back. It will take several sessions to make sure all of the roots are destroyed.
Depilatories – There are several creams, lotions, and gels that remove facial hair. These can be strong chemicals and therefore try a small section of your face first to see if it works and to make sure you don’t have a reaction to the chemicals. Laser – Laser removal is expensive and must be performed by a licensed individual. The method may not be permanent and takes several treatments. It’s advantage is that it is less painful then other methods. There are many ways to remove unwanted facial hair and we have briefly discussed a few. There are also natural home remedies that you can try.

In the world today, there are many people who are not satisfied with the way they look. They feel that their appearance can be enhanced with plastic surgery. Although the methods used today are perfected to the point of being undetectable, new methods and techniques are being developed every day. It is now possible to have different parts of your body reshaped and sculptured in any way that you choose.
In the past, plastic surgery was an option only to the rich or those of higher social status; it was very expensive. There were also far more risks involved than there are today. However with the new techniques that have been developed, the risks are much more minimal than they have ever been in the past.
Because of the increased popularity of plastic surgery, the rates have also been reduced, making plastic surgery available to almost everyone.
People choose plastic surgery because they are not happy with the way that they look; they want a change. A little nip here and a little tuck there and you feel and look ten years younger. Many women feel that looking and feeling good will allow them to succeed further in their jobs. And with the divorce rate going through the roof, many women want to look better so they can feel better about themselves as they get back into the dating scene.
Many of the results from procedures such as liposuction can be achieved in a short amount of time with the proper diet and exercise. However, we live in a world where we want everything as fast as we can get it. We do not want to wait for anything. Plastic surgery can achieve the desired results in days instead of months, and many people choose this method.
It is important to understand that it is highly recommended that you seek medical advice from your primary physician before undergoing any type of surgery. He or she knows your medical history and can advise you if plastic surgery is right for you. If you have any underlying health issues, he or she may recommend that you do not have the surgery. Your primary physician will also advise you of the dangers and side effects of the procedures that you are seeking.
Some of the procedures such as liposuction will require you to change your dietary and eating habits. If you do not change these habits after the procedure, it can cause terrible side effects, even death. But a procedure such as liposuction would naturally have this restriction, since a poor diet is likely the reason for needing liposuction in the first place.
Hollywood plays an important part for many people who are struggling with the decision to have plastic surgery. They see a city full of thin beautiful people who have plastic surgery on practically a daily basis. What people do not understand is that not all of the stars use plastic surgery. Some of them live a healthy lifestyle that includes diet and exercise. They, just like many others, workout regularly to stay in shape.

Although hair transplant and surgery can be expensive, there are some clinics that actually charge less than most. The key is to be a proactive consumer – we are talking about your hair after all. Keep in mind that you are paying good money, money that you worked hard for. You do not have to pay up to ten dollars per graft if you can find a clinic that offers three to four dollars per graft. You should seriously consider which clinic and surgeon to choose.
You might find that clinics that have only one center (usually not to be found in the state you live in) charge less than more popular clinics with satellite branches all over the country. First of all, they have less overhead costs, and usually, to compensate for the inconvenience their location presents, they charge an absolute price per graft as compared to most clinics who give you the illusion that the more grafts you buy, the more you save.
For example, you might encounter clinics that offer discounts if you buy in bulk, meaning you pay $7 per graft for a total of 750 grafts and only $6 per graft for 1000. In the first place, if you can afford that many grafts, why won’t you? It is not right to be penalized for not being able to purchase as much, especially when there are clinics that can perform the services for as low as $3 per graft no matter how many you need. Clinics that provide hair transplant usually will give you free consultation and quotations so you will have an idea how much you need to spend.
Do not grab the first clinic that offers you a seemingly good deal. It is always good to compare and shop around as you would for the perfect pair of jeans.

People for centuries have talked about the health related benefits that can be derived from having and using a sauna. The benefits from the sauna can revitalize each person that uses it in a different way.
Many people use the sauna’s benefits to help them in their overall health routine. They have saunas built into their home gyms and use them on a regular basis. The sauna helps loosen muscles before their workout and then it helps sooth muscles after exercise routine.
For decades many people also believed that the practice of regularly using a sauna was important to their overall health and happiness. They considered the sauna to be a part of their social culture—inviting friends and relatives to come over and spend time in the sauna.
Years ago, the benefits of the sauna became apparent for other health reasons. It was common for women to give birth in a sauna because it was a very sterile environment. There were even occasions when minor surgical procedures were also performed in the sauna. While this might sound strange to us today, think about the fact that the sauna was hot and moist—this alone helped kill harmful bacteria that could endanger people who needed medical attention.
Today people use the benefits from the sauna in several different ways. Some people use it as a way to help them sweat and to clean out the bodies pores, other use it as a way to help them relax after a long day at work, while some just enjoy the effects of the heat upon their bodies.
The beneficial use of the sauna is now being used more today than every before in the States. Homes are being built with custom designed saunas while other people are involved in renovating a space in their home to have one installed.
If you are thinking about adding special features to your home, you might want to consider adding a sauna in addition to your hot tub. Both have fantastic features and are extremely relaxing for people. To start, you might want to go to a spa or if a hotel you are vacationing at has one, try out a sauna for yourself. Nothing is better than to actually experience a beneficial sauna and to then to make up your own mind.
The benefits you will get from your home sauna will be numerous. You will be able to unwind at the end of a long day. Or, you can just sit in the sauna to help relax your stiff and sore muscles.
Even if you decide not to purchase a sauna for your own home you still can enjoy the luxury of a beneficial sauna for just a few dollars. What better way to relax than in the hot moist air.

It is not too bold a statement to call plastic surgery mainstream. The cosmetic benefits that a plastic surgeon can deliver are no longer relegated to hush-hush gossip about celebrities. People typically have a strong urge to look their best, and plastic surgery is definitely a rising trend.
Data released for 2006 from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reveal the popularity of plastic surgery. According to ASPS surveys, close to 11 million plastic surgery procedures were done in 2006. This is a 7 percent rise over 2005.
The findings of the ASPS indicate the top five plastic surgery procedures for 2006 were:
Breast augmentation (329,000)
Rhinoplasty (307,000)
Liposuction (303,000)
Eyelid surgery (233,000)
Tummy tuck (146,000)
It is interesting to consider the reasons behind the growing popularity of plastic surgery. A December 2006 article in USA Today examined plastic surgery among baby boomers. This famously large demographic is approaching retirement age, which inevitably includes some wrinkles and sagging. Some baby boomers are choosing to spend their money on cosmetic procedures. USA Today reported that many baby boomers adhere to active and fit lifestyles, and, for some of them, this includes seeking to maintain youthful appearance. It is about wanting to look as young and vigorous as they feel.
Because there are so many baby boomers, their growing interest in plastic surgery is one element driving the rise in visits to plastic surgeons. The generation that once dominated the youth culture still wants to look young. And if they think plastic surgery procedures can help their lifestyle, many are willing to go for it.
Aside from the aging population, there is another factor behind the popularity of plastic surgery. It lies simply in the growing availability of plastic surgery and awareness of the cosmetic benefits that Beverly Hills plastic surgery can deliver. A ripple effect occurs throughout the population as people undergo plastic surgery. As more people have plastic surgery, they expose their friends and relatives to plastic surgery and its possibilities. It is not a rare sentiment for a woman to want a "mommy makeover" whether she gets one or not. But for those women who think about it, plastic surgery is much more attainable now because there are many qualified plastic surgeons practicing throughout the country. It is a leading specialty pursued by medical doctors in fact.
Although plastic surgery is available and popular, it does not mean that changing something about your appearance will solve your problems in life. Certainly there is some truth in the adage that if you look good you will feel good, but looking good does not mean that life will be good. If you decide to consult with a plastic surgeon about a feature of your body with which you are no longer happy, be prepared to discuss your motivations for plastic surgery in a candid manner. An ethical and well-trained plastic surgeon will thoroughly assess each candidate's reasons for surgery to make sure that his or her decision is based on a well-grounded and healthy outlook.