Canadian Minister of Health announces information on the Scientific Advisory Panel on breast implantsTuesday, 12-Apr-2005 Canadian Health Minister Ujjal Dosanjh, has announced the details of the March 22 and 23 Scientific Advisory Panel on Breast Implants meeting, including the names of the panellists and the mandate of the Panel. "There … [Read more...]
Women Beauty News
Love Your Age – Let the Beauty of Maturity Unfold!
Are you Happy Aging or just Anti-Aging? Self confident and vivacious women of today embrace their maturity with love, acceptance and nurturing self-care - - a beauty secret that goes far beyond any cosmetics.True beauty comes from within and is a reflection of our physical, mental and emotional health. The power to regenerate and to slow the aging process lies within our cells. … [Read more...]
Shield Your Skin From Winter Sun
SATURDAY, Jan. 8 (HealthDayNews) -- When you head outdoors this winter with your skis, skates or snowshoes, don't forget the sunscreen. "Winter sports enthusiasts can face just as much risk of sunburn as summer sunbathers when exposed skin isn't protected," Noreen Nicol, chief clinical officer at National Jewish Medical and Research Center, said in a prepared … [Read more...]
England’s Top 10 budget spas
Escape the stresses of the economic downturn with an uplifting 90-minute aromatherapy massage for the price of two drinks A good bet for thrifty spa goers is to visit either an independent day spa that has competitive offers or to use the extensive facilities of a destination spa but on a day package. This allows you to make use of most of the pools and thermal suites (often … [Read more...]
Flax in diet improves women’s hair in study
A study of the benefits of a Manitoba companys flax-enriched nutrition bar stands to redefine the term flaxen-haired. According to the Flax Council of Canada, which backed the study through its FC2015 Inc. subsidiary, a nutrition bar not yet on the market will increase the lustre, shine and overall condition of womens hair. The snack food is made by Glanbia … [Read more...]
Psychological risks of cosmetic surgery ignored: study
VANCOUVER, Canada (AFP) Magazine stories about breast implants, nose jobs and liposuction too often downplay the psychological risks, including suicide, of invasive cosmetic surgery, reports a Canadian study. Surgery is portrayed as part of a "normal" beauty regime in best-selling North American women's magazines, in stories alongside clothing and diet advice, researcher … [Read more...]
Musks in Fragrances May Weaken Immune System
Musks in Fragrances May Weaken Immune System FRIDAY, Jan. 7 FRIDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDayNews)-- Synthetic musks that are widely used as fragrances in products such as soaps, cosmetics and detergents may reduce the body's ability to defend against toxic compounds, says a study in … [Read more...]
Style and beauty at your fingertips
You no longer have to suffer the high price of a day spa or the low quality of a discount nail salon. The new breed of nail salon offers an environment in which quality of service and ambience are impeccable but prices are reasonable. Flora Fingertip Beauty Nail Salon's warm ambience relaxes and soothes the mind immediately when you walk through the door. Tucked away on … [Read more...]
Natural Serum Eyedrops Relieve Dry Eyes
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Eyedrops made from a person's own serum are superior to artificial tear preparations for relieving signs and symptoms of severe dry eye disease, according to results of a study. This study indicates that so-called autologous serum "contains essential components" for maintaining eye surface health, Dr. Takashi Kojima, who led the study, said in an … [Read more...]
Soy for Hair, Skin and Nail Health
New York, NY - March 11, 2005 - Exposure to ultraviolet radiation, especially without sunscreen protection, can affect the skin in various ways. UV radiation from the sun triggers the formation of oxygen free radicals that damage tissue fibers that hold the skin together. When these fibers are damaged, the skin becomes thinned out, losing its suppleness and strength. If left … [Read more...]
Skin Needs Protection From Winter Weather
When the air outside is chilly and low on humidity, and the air inside is heated and dry, you have a recipe for chapped skin and cracked lips, dermatologists say. To prevent scaling, flaking and itching, pay special attention to your skin during the cold months by applying a cream-based moisturizer every day, recommends Dr. Anjali Dahiya, a dermatologist at the Iris Cantor … [Read more...]
Tattoos ink may contain heavy metals: study
Dirty needles may be the chief health concern with tattoos, but preliminary research suggests the inks used to make the body art may harbor potentially toxic heavy metals. In an analysis of 17 tattoo inks from five manufacturers, researchers found evidence of a number of different metals, such as nickel and copper, in the products. It's unclear how much metal may be in the … [Read more...]
Adios! Spain bans skinny mannequins in stores
MADRID, Spain - Vanesa Lopez looked at the mannequin in the store window and burst out laughing. It was mostly leg, impossibly long and thin, with shorts hugging a tiny waist and a frilly top on delicate shoulders. “That’s out of my league,” said Lopez, a 30-year-old interior decorator with a medium build. “You see it and say, ‘Wow, I’d like to look like that.”’ Such … [Read more...]
Slick shape ‘best for health’
NEW YORK: Like it or not, slick shape is the best for health. A new study has found that the type of fat responsible for producing the pear shape showed off by celebrities like Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez can actually protect women from a number of serious diseases. Researchers at Harvard Medical School have carried out the study and found that buttock and hip fat may help … [Read more...]
Chewing gum can ‘enhance breasts’
A chewing gum which the makers say can help enhance the size, shape and tone of the breasts has proved to be a big hit in Japan. B2Up says its Bust-Up gum, when chewed three or four times a day, can also help improve circulation, reduce stress and fight ageing. The gum works by slowly releasing compounds contained in an extract from a plant called Pueraria mirifica. In theory, … [Read more...]
Botox gets a new warning label
new warning label on Botox and Botox Cosmetics in Canada that advises the toxin can spread to other parts of the body, to potentially fatal effect, has been met by a decided absence of brow-furrowing among those who use the drug cosmetically, and not only because their foreheads cant move. Theyre confident that the revised monograph issued this week that states possible … [Read more...]
Waist Measurement: A Powerful Tool
Danger: Beauty can be bad for your health. Two French doctors have been on trial in Bordeaux this week, accused of negligence in cosmetic operations which went wrong. In one case, a specialist cosmetic surgeon is accused in a civil action of pressing ahead with a liposuction and stomach-reduction operation despite unacceptably high risks. His patient, a 55-year-old woman, died … [Read more...]
Cosmetic surgery may improve your looks, but nutrition and physical fitness are far more effective
Most people considering cosmetic surgery don't want to radically alter their appearance, says a new study by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Instead, they just want to enhance their appearance with natural-looking improvements. In other words: they don't want a total nose job, but a simple tuck that conceals excess skin flaps under the chin would be … [Read more...]
Facial Symmetry May Be Best Beauty Secret
MONDAY, Dec. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Women with facial proportions that are closest to average are considered the most beautiful by their peers, research suggests. Researchers from the University of California San Diego and the University of Toronto asked college students to view digital photos of women's faces that were identical except for slight alterations in certain … [Read more...]
Fitness News : Women Fitness> Beauty at The Speed of Light
Beauty at The Speed of Light October 27, 2005 Patients now demand the 'natural' look. Recent advances in cosmetic and laser surgery have not just been about new techniques but also a refinement in how those techniques are used. Gone are the days when patients are willing to put up with months of redness for better skin. Public demand has driven improvements in skin … [Read more...]
New Ways to Protect Skin From Sun Damage
Basking at the beach or hitting the tanning bed may be relaxing, but it can do serious damage to your skin. More than 1 million people this year will be diagnosed with skin cancer, and the number of cases has tripled in women under 40 over the last three decades. There are more new skin cancer cases each year than breast, prostate, lung and colon cancer … [Read more...]
Surgery Helps Those With Vision Loss
MONDAY, Jan. 31 (HealthDayNews) -- A surgical procedure called MT360 improves quality of life for people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), say researchers at the Duke University Eye Center. AMD results in loss of vision in the center of a person's visual field. The condition is caused by damage to the macula, located at the center of the retina, the … [Read more...]
Women urged to choose natural looks over facelifts and Botox
It has been one of the biggest boom industries of the past few years. But now woman are being urged to curb their enthusiasm for turning back time with cosmetic procedures and embrace their natural looks. A series of books are being released which say there is too much pressure on women to make themselves look younger with drastic remedies such as facelifts, tummy tucks … [Read more...]
Roker makes beauty call on Miss USA
Roker makes beauty call on Miss USA Reported July 12, 2005 By RICHARD HUFF DAILY NEWS TV EDITOR Miss USA 2006, Tara Elizabeth Conner, celebrates her win. Until recently, the only chicken cutlets Al Roker knew about went on a grill. He now also knows that the rubber, removable breast enhancers used in beauty … [Read more...]
New Cosmetic Surgery Firms Flabby Arms
Tricia Heiser, 34, lost more than 80 pounds two years ago. Although she worked out with a personal trainer daily and slimmed down from a size 1X blouse to a medium, her flabby arms remained a source of embarrassment. "I want to wear strapless dresses and spaghetti straps and bathing suits and feel comfortable," she said. "I think I like the winter season better because I can … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Hair
How much damage have you done to your hair? Let's face it; we all take our hair through the wringer. Conditioners are supposed to protect our hair and reverse some of the damage. Now, however, new research has found a better way for conditioners to do the job. Americans spend more than 1 billion dollars a year on conditioners. How do you know which one really works for you? … [Read more...]
Wrist Splints at Night Ease Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
A simple treatment -- splinting your wrists at night -- may be all that's needed to improve the numbness and tingling of early carpal tunnel syndrome. That's the conclusion of a new study from the January issue of the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation , which found that wearing a custom-made wrist splint for six weeks could bring long-lasting relief. "This … [Read more...]
Fitness News : Women Fitness>New Technology has More Accurate Diagnosis of Breast Cancers
Beauty Foods: How Diet Can Improve Appearance Reported December 02, 2005 By Jennifer Grossman The old adage, you are what you eat, is getting a 21st century makeover. Until recently, most dietary advice has focused on weight management and disease prevention. That focus is now expanding to specifically look at how … [Read more...]
Delayed Reactions from Dermal Fillers Underestimated
Delayed reactions from popular dermal fillers, injected into the skin for wrinkle reduction, may be underestimated, putting many women at risk for adverse events, such as scarring, Bell's palsy, and lumpy faces. According to statistics from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Millions of people seek skin treatments every year from dermal fillers. The FDA has … [Read more...]
Dealing With Vision Loss
TUESDAY, Jan. 11 (HealthDayNews) -- A program that educates people with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD) about the disease and provides them with the skills to live with vision loss leads to lasting improvements in mood and function. That's the conclusion of a report in the January issue of the Archives of Ophthalmology . The 12-hour self-management program … [Read more...]
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