If you’ve got deep set eyes, you can’t apply makeup “traditionally.” That is, everything you see and read about how to place makeup on your eyes are for those with a more standard eye shape. So how do you apply makeup for deep set eyes?

There is one thing to remember: the crazy thing about makeup is it is supposed to accent what you do have and create what you don’t have! All this is an effort to make you look more “normal” – whatever that might be!

How do you know if you have deep set eyes? It is actually the easiest eye characteristic to define. Your eye is set back deeper into your eye socket. That means the brow bone extends further out and is more prominent. Some people refer to this eye shape as “hidden eyes” because the brow bone is such a strong feature, your eye is overshadowed by it.

If you’re still not sure if you have deep set eyes, take a look at others and that will help you. Some famous people who have deep set eyes include Cameron Diaz, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Katie Couric.

If you want to make your deep set eyes look incredible, you will need to bring them forward so they are no longer hidden by your brow bone.

Here are the best tips on how to apply makeup for deep set eyes:

1. Use a highlight shade to the eyelid and the crease. This will lighten that area and help bring the eye forward.

2. Use a midtone shade just above the crease and up towards the browbone. This darker color will help push the prominent brow bone back.

3. Use a contour shade, usually the darkest color, on the outer corner of the upper lash line. Sweep it to the outer corner of the browbone, which helps further to push this area back to help reveal your eyes. Read the rest of this entry »

Weight loss has always been a popular new year’s resolution, and 2011 seems to be no different. Dieticians, psychologists and trainers give their advice on keeping weight loss a realistic goal and former success stories share their secrets.

Dee Zichowic made her number one resolution of 2010 to lose weight. One year later, she is 85 pounds lighter and shared her story with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The 57-year-old began her weight loss journey at 248 pounds.

A doctor visit revealed that Zichowic was pre-diabetic and had high blood pressure and high cholesterol. The news shocked and motivated her to begin a weight loss program. She started on Jan 1, 2010 by attending a Christian diet class and following the South Beach Diet. Today she weighs 163 pounds.

Dieticians say that 80% of today’s weight problems are caused by the food people eat, not a lack of exercise. Diane Dressel, a registered dietician, adds that new year’s resolutions often end in failure due to improper preparation.

All good pieces of advice on making black hair grow is basically the same? For instance, experts say that if you eat healthy and get regular hair trims you will stimulate your hair to grow better. This is quite true, but there are tons of homemade hair products that can be of use to your black mane. If you think there’s nothing that can make black hair grow, you are mistaken. Let’s look at some things that can change your hair line for the better.

To start from the basics, as I already mentioned is that you need to get regular hair trims. This is because you want to get rid of split and damaged ends and avoid any situation where you constantly have to cut off all of your hair that has grown during some period of time. You need to go to your hair dresser every four to five weeks and you will not have problems with split ends.

Second you should not brush your hair immediately after you’ve washed it. You can first use a towel to dry it a little bit and then detangle it with a wide tooth comb. This will minimize tears and damages.

Healthy nutrition is important as well, if you want to make black hair grow. Drink plenty of water every day and have an abundant intake of fresh fruits and vegetables. They will contribute to better health of your hair and strengthen it.

Hair products are another important factor when it comes to making black hair grow. You want to use hair product something that is natural and won’t damage your hair. Here are some recipes for hair packs and remedies that are guaranteed to bring your hair back to life:

Olive and mustard oils are good for your hair when you apply them regularly. The best way to use it is to use them overnight. The latter one is also good if boiled and massaged into the scalp. Read the rest of this entry »