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Toxic beauty what you dont know about your cosmetics may hurt you!

Cosmetics

Throughout my training as a makeup artist at AVEDA in NYC, I learned about the nasty chemicals that go into many of the cosmetic products that we use every day to make ourselves more beautiful. These chemicals can stay in your body long after the makeup is gone, potentially causing all sorts of problems. One of the most questionable of these chemicals is parabens.

What are parabens?

The simple answer is that parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and in food and beverage processing. The main types are methyl-, ethyl-, propyl-, and butyl-parabens (check for these on the labels of your favorite products, and then replace them with something better). The more complicated answer is that parabens are believed to be endocrine disruptors and reproductive toxins.

Why should I care?

Because endocrine disruptors and reproductive toxins are chemicals that interfere with hormones and disrupt normal growth and development of intelligence and reproductive capabilities. The average woman in the U.S. uses around 12 personal care products a day, while the average teenage girl uses up to 17! If all of these products contain parabens, even in small amounts, that is a lot of toxic chemicals entering your body every day. Imagine the effect this could have over a lifetime of makeup use. You might be thinking that you are safe because you only put cosmetics on your body, not in it. Make no mistake if you are putting something on your body (i.e.: makeup, lipstick, glitter, etc) it is going in your body.

If parabens are so dangerous why are they in my makeup?

Many people believe that some government agency, like the FDA, regulates what goes into your makeup. That if you can buy a product at your local drugstore or department store, it must be safe. This is not always the case. There is very little government regulation over cosmetics. Companies are not required by the U.S. government to perform health studies or pre-market safety testing on cosmetics. Companies can use just about any chemical they want in your makeup and they arent even required to disclose to you what those chemicals are.

What can I do to protect my family?

Read labels but remember, not all ingredients have to be listed on cosmetics. If it is paraben free it will say so, this is an accomplishment that cosmetic companies are proud of and they will flaunt it! Also, keep in mind that claims like “organic”, “natural” or “dermatologist tested” are not regulated for use on cosmetics and do not mean a product is safe. Do you research and refuse to buy or use cosmetics or personal care products containing these questionable chemicals.

As a creator of cosmetics for dancers, cheerleaders, and actors, I am especially concerned about the health of children and teens who use and love my cosmetics! Pubescent and pre-pubescent teens are especially vulnerable to the risks of exposure to these chemicals. My goal at JAM has always been to develop a healthier cosmetic option for dancers, cheerleaders, actors, performers or anyone who wants a long lasting makeup WITHOUT all of the “long lasting chemicals”. This is why I am so excited to announce that as of Fall 2009, JAM cosmetics is PARABENS FREE!

Korean Fashion Clothing – Best For Korean Fashion Clothes

Clothes

Asian fashion offers you the best Korean fashion clothes for women at very competitive prices. You can be rest assured of the fact that you are getting the best products out of your hard-earned money. When you log on to the site of Asian Korean fashion, you will be spoilt for choices of Korean fashion clothing. At low procurement costs, you can avail attractive garments through this online clothing store. Fashion trends do not suffer regardless of the fact that this online store trades its apparel for affordable prices. To its low prices, the quality of their products is relatively good. You simply prefer to shop at this store, if you want comfortable and stylish garments at good prices.

Online stores are well aware which are the latest trends in the market and they make sure that the products in their inventory are in fashion and they do not get out dated. These online Korean fashion clothing stores knows what exactly the possible customers are looking for and therefore, every now or then, they come up with some new prints or fashion styles to keep the customers involved. They make sure that the items are always in-fashion thereby assuring you of the newest fashion trends. Shop for Korean fashion clothes to make sure that the clothes you are selling are fashionable and trendy. Asian Korean fashion is reputed online clothing and accessories store for women.

When you shop for Korean fashion clothes, there are several benefits you can avail while shopping online. To buy clothing items at a discounted price would be the first big benefit. When the orders are in bulk the total prices on the apparels and the shipping charges are reasonably low. You are not sacrificing the quality of the clothes that you are buying even if Asian Korean fashion offers affordable Korean fashion clothing. This is due to the great quality of the clothing items and other funky accessories sold at this online store. This good quality can be applied to the design, style and material of the fashion wholesale companys apparel.

Reliable service is another benefit that you can get from Asian Korean fashion. You are assured that everything is well taken care of, from the shipping of the bulk parcels to the assistance of its customer service representatives. You are entitled to shop from Korean fashion clothes wherever you are located. Even if you reside within US, Canada or UK, you can still avail the best of Korean fashion clothing. The online store is huge with lots of variety and Korean fashion clothes and accessories to suit every occasion. One can conveniently be a big style icon by choosing the best garments from the online store.

Graduation Dresses For College Graduation Ceremony

Dresses

One of the most special occasions in a persons life is graduation. You finally finish up a vital step of education and are fully equipped academically to pursue what you want to do in life. On that day, you dress in the best possible way to make these memories everlasting. So, graduation dresses become the first priority in shopping list of girls and then you start searching for it in all different patterns according to the theme of the party such as gowns, formal dresses, cocktail dresses etc. However, the colors should be neutral because these are formal occasions. So, you should go for a dress which is stylish and elegant also.

Selection of color plays a major role while choosing your graduation dresses White, peach, black, pale yellow, grey etc. are some elegant shades which you can opt for. For juniors, white or ivory color is generally used as it keeps some sort of uniformity in the girls during the ceremony. You can also go for a combination of formal as well as casual pattern. They become your perfect choice keeping the occasion formal as well as casual during the party. You can also select cocktail dresses with lovely necklines.

Casual and graduation dresses

The most suitable patterns for graduation dresses are cocktail dresses because then you have an option of choosing from a variety of shades and designs. White, beige, cream and ivory are very common colors. Then you can opt for very sober designs which give you elegance and magnetism too. You can have round, V-necked, boat-necked necks and your dress can be sleeveless or without sleeves too. Printed fabric is also a very good option. You can look ravishing if your graduation dresses has Sequin work done on the bust line or the neck. Satan, silk, cotton fabrics are very convenient on this occasion.

Full length gowns are perfect formal graduation dresses and the most common fabrics for these dresses are satin, chiffon, tulle etc. You can have various accessories such as belts, sheaths or ruche etc which enhance your appeal. If you are wearing elegant cocktail dresses, the necks can be Grecian necks, halters, one shoulder, peep shoulder, short or long sleeved and strapless dresses. Bead work or sequins also give an elegant look to your graduation dresses.

You can match your beautifully designed graduation dresses with exquisite jewelry and good shoes. Then you are ready to be at your best on one of the most significant days of your life. So, enjoy your shopping and pick the best graduation dresses to look stunning.

How to wear pale denim skinny jeans

Jeans

Skinny jeans can be daunting, throw in the bleached effect and you have a girls worst nightmare. If you want to wear this seasons hottest trend then read on.

Having just taken the plunge and bought a pair of super skinny bleached denim jeans I am super chuffed until I got home and contemplated what exactly I am supposed to wear with them without looking like a throwback to the eighties.

If you are in the same predicament as me then I suggest heading to Topshop who have majorly bought into the bleached denim look.

My first recommendation for bleached denim is to try wear a top that is slightly paler than the denim- this is pretty difficult given that bleached denim is so pale but wearing a nice white top will detract attention from your bottom upwards, secondly if like me you are slightly conscience of your bum and hips then wear a long top that sits past your hips to hide them a bit, if your struggling to find a top long enough look in the tall sections as they stock tops in a longer length.

I think the best way to be wearing these jeans will be with either of two trends this season; the floral trend and the nautical trend. If you opt for the floral look; try to mix small flowery prints with edgy accessories; Topshop have very good chiffon blouses and bustier’s which when matched with a pair of super skinny jeans and skyscraper black heels and chunky gold jewellery will create a very festival rock chick look.

If you choose for the nautical trend then the safest bet is to invest in a blazer, either black or navy, although black with probably have more longevity, choose a simple white vest and chunky wedges; New Look have very good striped sailor style ones in this season. For accessories I think that you should buy into the cheap and cheerful nautical inspired jewellery seen on the high street for such a season led trend it is best to avoid spending so much money and going to somewhere like Primark; however if you prefer the more expensive then Urban Outfitters do brilliant theatrical jewellery. For the nautical look I would keep the bag simple, perhaps a structure leather bag in black or brown. If you are feeling very adventurous buy a straw fedora hat and wear with attitude.

Natural Selection Denim Jeans

Jeans

Natural Selection

There are a number of designers designing denim jeans, however it is not easy finding the correct fit to create the look that you want. Natural Selection has got it right with 5 different styles of denim jeans; smith straight cut denim jeans, equator dusted denim jeans, mason jeans and carrier jeans and manual work wear jeans. Natural selection have brought these 5 styles in different color ways either a dark dusted denim or even washed denim. This generation of designer denim jeans has been inspired by Charles Darwins theory of evolution. Natural Selection by way of natural selection.

Each denim jean has unique detailing with discreet tagging on the outside of the denim jean. Natural selection prefer to brand the denim jeans NS on the inside of the jean keeping the brand unique. All workmanship carried out in developing and manufacturing the jeans are made to the highest quality thus keeping the jeans authentic.

Natural selection has design details that include 14.5oz, red selvedge, tailored narrow-width denim from Kurabo mills, Okayama, Japan. The denim washes range from raw, through to bruised, broken and buried and all denim jeans are finished by hand.

Natural selection have a great empthasis on a design which has been hand drawn upon the leather patch on the rear of the denim, specially designed by the graphic artist Reilly. Applying a British concept of floral designs, which has been inspired by the decorative engravings on British shotguns. Thus provides a background for the iconography of a pheasant riding a penny farthing bicycle.

All denim jeans are chain stitched around the seated area and waistband. This features a disappearing chain stitch around the denim jeans. Triangular stitch on the top button, which joins the denim jeans at the top of the denim with hidden rivets. The fly buttons contrast, the top button being brass and the others iridium, each button is stamped with the Greek letters of GOTS.

David Beckham has been spotted in mid October 2009 at a U.K airport wearing pair of Natural Selection denim jeans. David Beckham has been a fan of the Natural Selection denim jeans range for sometime and he has been known for his grand fashion sense of style.

Each style has its own unique designs and finishes starting with number 1 from the Natural selection range are the smith straight leg raw crinkle wash denim jean with contrast yellow and gold stitching, 5 pocket jeans, button fly and leather tab detail on the rear pocket 100% cotton.

Number 2 from the Natural selection range are the Equator dusted denim salvage slim fitting 5 pocket jean with salvage spade pocket detail on the back with contrast yellow and gold stitching 100% cotton.

Number 3 from the Natural selection range are the Mason crinkle wash five pocket denim jean with rear double pocket detail and contrast yellow and gold stitching and button fly 100% cotton.

Number 4 from the Natural selection range are the Carrier classic are a 5 pocket loose fitting jean with oversized back pockets contrast yellow and gold stitching and button fly 100% cotton.

The final addition to the Natural selection denim jeans are the Work-wear denim jeans, with four front pockets and two back pockets, with rip detailing on the front and back of the denim jeans, hammer holder detail on the leg and made of 100% cotton.

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