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Velveteen.Rabbit
05-08-2016, 09:14 AM
Best thread on SW, I swear
SophiaUK
05-17-2016, 02:27 PM
Also I forgot to say use good anti aging products, I use Elemis marine cream and their pro collagen super serum elixir along with some of their other products.
Also when I am at work I use a lip plumping gloss to make my lips look fuller and do lots of contouring. I also wear a super push up bra. I have body wraps and use toning tables and work out with a trainer twice a week. This all sounds like a lot of work and it does take up a lot of my time but at the end of the day my image is my moneymaker in this business!
BombshellBelle
05-22-2016, 07:09 AM
Update:
Sine I posted this thread, I've lost enough weight to comfortably fit into a misses size xl dress. I tried one on this morning out of my ebay inventory and it fit.! Didn't believe it so I tried on another... I tried on three to be sure and sure as hell enough: I've gone from a size 3X to an XL over the course of my total weight loss journey. I don't weigh except for drs appointments so I'm not sure where I am now.
Now I'm considering saving for a breast reduction and shaping. They've only done down to a DDD/F. This is a blessing and a curse. On the upside, well... duh. lol. But then again, they're making it harder to dress now with my new size. And no matter what I wear, my figure makes me look like a slut which only suits me in certain circumstances. That's not the impression I want to give publicly even if I *am* a slut. lol.
Paying more attention to my awful hair than before. I switched shampoos and style as well as I can. Still, there is little hope on rainy days. I just rock the American Girl in Paris look and let it roll from there.
My skin has always been awesome thanks to genetics. My 80 year old grandmother doesn't look a day over 60. She's been using that Nivea cream in the blue jar since her 40s, in case y'all were wondering. I love old school beauty advice! I started using these 24kt gold face masques that I stocked up on at Marshalls for $3.99 each. Those work like a charm when I decide to go bare faced. Marshalls and TJ Maxx have the best beauty collection for cheap as fuck, darlings. I've found all of my favorite brands there for next to nothing. And then there's the French and Korean products you can't find just anywhere. Korean ladies are obsessed with looking young, so their anti-aging products are top notch and reasonably prices. I've even found Dr. Jart (another Korean brand) at Marshalls. The packaging was damaged, but who cares?
Thanks for the support, ladies! I'm making more than ever before and feel sooooo much better!
LilLadyLux
05-22-2016, 08:21 AM
Not common knowledge, my life is changed!
LilLadyLux
05-22-2016, 08:22 AM
This one is common knowledge. Make sure the water is not hot when bathing or showering. It can cause your skin to age prematurely. I love relaxing hot showers, so I have to keep reminding myself of this.
Not common knowledge, my life is changed!
SnuffleUffleGrass
05-22-2016, 09:51 AM
Yeah it's true about hot hot baths. I still do them sometimes (my hobbies leave me covered in paint, dirt & sweat often) but overall the older you get the aging of your skin will creep up on you. Every step you take to take care of your skin is worth it.
A secret tip I am working on- adjusting my mealtimes. I've noticed due to my health problems I do best with a later breakfast. OR light breakfast. & If I have to get up waaaaayyy early I eat dinner late & either have brunch or a heavy lunch. I feel & look better when fed properly, versus the aggro look I used to rock while eating McFood & diet Coke lunches.
I'm also learning more about natural medicine & Chinese medicine. It's cheaper & often works as well or better than Western medicine. Natural medicine can treat many skin ailments & improve dental health. Why pay for quick fixes when you can do them at home with natural cures & food?
red.velvet
05-22-2016, 11:12 AM
Yeah it's true about hot hot baths. I still do them sometimes (my hobbies leave me covered in paint, dirt & sweat often) but overall the older you get the aging of your skin will creep up on you. Every step you take to take care of your skin is worth it.
A secret tip I am working on- adjusting my mealtimes. I've noticed due to my health problems I do best with a later breakfast. OR light breakfast. & If I have to get up waaaaayyy early I eat dinner late & either have brunch or a heavy lunch. I feel & look better when fed properly, versus the aggro look I used to rock while eating McFood & diet Coke lunches.
I'm also learning more about natural medicine & Chinese medicine. It's cheaper & often works as well or better than Western medicine. Natural medicine can treat many skin ailments & improve dental health. Why pay for quick fixes when you can do them at home with natural cures & food?
I do what you do. I have an herbal remedy for breakfast, which is zero calories. I can feel it speeding up my metabolism and I'm not starving myself because the herbs have nutrients in them. I stick to a tiny raw lunch and then for dinner I have homemade grilled food with a soup or salad. This has always been my method to staying thin and the only method my body likes. I hate how people try to force a big unhealthy meal down my throat for breakfast sometimes. I don't want or need it.
fbsmgirl
05-22-2016, 05:13 PM
I'm wondering if the hot water thing just applies to white folks. I take really hot showers and my skin is as smooth and softer than a baby's bottom.
I can also hang out in the sun for hours on end and not "burn". However, I'll get a golden hue - and my boyfriend LOVES it.
BombshellBelle
05-24-2016, 09:18 AM
Hahaha!
I had a major fucking victory while looking the hottest I've looked in years.
I mentioned in another thread about an asshole from my past who liked to play games. Well, today I ran into the woman that he's seeing. She's literally going to be downstairs from me all day. lol. It was a bit of a shock at first, but (like KortneyKay advised) I put myself in a different mindset and played my given cards. My cards being sexy pink Barbie heels, a sparkling personality, and giant fabulous hair. My god that poor bitch didn't stand a chance. I was literally on top of my game. Had I not been? I'm not sure if I would have felt as good about it as I do now.
Moral of the story:
Always dress like you're going to bump into the woman seeing the man who broke your heart. This shit DOES happen! LOL!
(Thank you ladies again for all the advice! I hope I'm not the only one this thread has helped!)
LizzyMe
05-24-2016, 09:53 AM
Having a positive mindset and staying away from toxic people, treating yourself well and mini vacations help to stay feeling and looking FABULOUS. If you feel good, you look good.
Along with good sleep, eating well and exercise makes the whole package.
Velveteen.Rabbit
05-24-2016, 10:05 AM
Having a positive mindset and staying away from toxic people, treating yourself well and mini vacations help to stay feeling and looking FABULOUS. If you feel good, you look good.
Along with good sleep, eating well and exercise makes the whole package.
Stay away from fair weather friends! Ones that only see you as a prop. The ones who want to take pictures with you every time you're together. The ones who talk about problems then when you talk about problems, they give you 5-word answers to shut down the conversation. The ones whom you bake stuff for, buy stuff for, take them to and they never return the favor. ...How is anyone even okay with being that selfish and creepy? Lol, but it happens a lot.
SnuffleUffleGrass
05-24-2016, 10:32 AM
Stay away from fair weather friends! Ones that only see you as a prop. The ones who want to take pictures with you every time you're together. The ones who talk about problems then when you talk about problems, they give you 5-word answers to shut down the conversation. The ones whom you bake stuff for, buy stuff for, take them to and they never return the favor. ...How is anyone even okay with being that selfish and creepy? Lol, but it happens a lot.
Yeah, people like that actually make me feel physically sick now. I can spot them much faster than when I was younger & more naive about people.
Velveteen.Rabbit
05-24-2016, 11:31 AM
Yeah, people like that actually make me feel physically sick now. I can spot them much faster than when I was younger & more naive about people.
There are so many of these where I live that it drives me crazy. I mean I know I live in the capital for that, but it's still annoying. The culture is to just be really excited and happy, but never go into any kind of emotional or personal depth. So like you meet all these people and you never know who exactly wants to be a true friend and who does not.
LAChloe
05-31-2016, 09:52 PM
Eyelash extensions!!!! I don't know what I did before them!
Kitcatt
06-01-2016, 01:18 AM
MicroNeedling. I swear by it. Fuck, come by my room, I think I look pretty good for my age. NOT the roller, the pen.
Caligynephilia
06-01-2016, 02:09 AM
This is a super awesome thread! Can't believe I didn't find this sooner ;D Loving all these tips, and especially with the face masks. I started using the Korean-based brand ones recently and my face is just nothing short of amazing.
I don't mean to be an obnoxious plug-in, but I figured a few girls here might be interested. My mother has an all-natural organic bath and beauty products line. I haven't gotten to use much of her products I will say this about two: AH. MAZE. ING.
She has a sugar body scrub that is better than any scrub I have ever tried, EVER! It's infused with oils too so after I wash it off my skin just feels amazing and stays that way forever without leaving an oily residue. And she also has a cannabis-infused salve (no HTC) that I use on bruises and sore muscles and...I honestly can't explain it. When she first gave them to me I literally told her "this is a bunch of hippie crap". Fast forward two days later when I use the salve on my sore neck and the pulled muscle is completely relaxed and I have no more pain and I call her saying "I'm sorry I called your stuff hippie crap. It's good crap" lol. If anyone is interested the website is http://raisonethique.wix.com/raisonethique . It's also really cool if you want unique perfumes that drive men crazy ;)
Spicecake
06-02-2016, 05:08 AM
My skin has cleared up slot thanks to my new skincare Reg, Peter Thomas Roth exfoliating pads are a life saver I use one pad nightly for my entire face. My skin is also glowing thanks to exfoliating nightly with black soap and I'm excited for my first spray tan so I can look even more glowy and bronze. Has anyone tried gleam or body bling ? Any similar tinted/glow lotions.
Spicecake
06-02-2016, 05:12 AM
How do you ladies feel about boobie tape btw ? For deep cut dresses I've been thinking of using tape to enhance my little a cups but the thought of removing all that tape prior to sex seems like torture.
iiprincessu-
06-13-2016, 04:28 AM
Here's what's worked for me.
If you're a BBW/Plus Sized, etc. LOSE THE WEIGHT. I know, it hurts that you can't be accepted for 'who you are' but let's cut the crap. We're in the business of physical attraction and women in shape have more money making oppertunites. If you want to be hot, get down to a normal size, get in the gym, drink water, eat clean, organic, healthy. Period. I've tested this so it's tried and true. My money has gone wayyyy up and so have the compliments from customers and new clients and I'm not even halfway to goal. Men at large are attracted to women who take care of their bodies. Sure, there are lots of BBW admirers and such but universally 'hot' women aren't fat and you want MORE than BBW admirers booking you.
Grow your hair out or weave/wig it up. Men tend to just love long luscious locks but certainly if your hair is short, you can still be hot.
Clear skin. See a dermatologist or make an appointment for chemical peels and botox if you age badly or have acne scarring. Water and organic foods will do the rest. For those that like a glow, a tan should do and it hides a lot of imperfections I've been told.
Flawless make up. Go high end. Drug store brands are fine but treat yourself to some Sephora for the base items. I just picked up concealer a beauty blender, and stick foundation all for under $200 and there's absolutely a difference.
Dress the part. It feels much better to slump around in a cute hoodie and athletic spandex but outside of the gym; keep it cute or put it on mute. A woman with style catches every eye in the room and you deserve the attention. You are a walking talking brand. You don't have to splurge on a ton of expensive things but dressing for your body type with clean, beautiful clothing can really raise your stock.
Nails and toes. Self explanatory.
Imperfections with your teeth? Get them straight, and whitened. Your smile and having fresh breath is super important to your 'hot' factor. This is a big investment (It's costing me $5k for the rest of my orthodontic work, plus $60k to complete my jaw surgery but well worth it) What's a pretty pout if the teeth behind it are jacked?
Hotness is an attitude but can definitely be faked.
Brush up on your intellect. Learn a new language or four, read a few books. Men love intelligent women as well.
Last but not least...learn to love yourself. A person that loves themselves has no problem making sure they take care of themselves. Treat yourself well, and in kind your body will take care of itself and love you right back.
If you need someone to help encourage you, feel free to shoot me a message. I'm currently on my journey to getting hot and these steps are working really well for me.
Best advice
BombshellBelle
06-13-2016, 06:22 AM
This is a super awesome thread! Can't believe I didn't find this sooner ;D Loving all these tips, and especially with the face masks. I started using the Korean-based brand ones recently and my face is just nothing short of amazing.
I burned one a second ago so I'm not sure if I posted this yet (lol), but Marshalls and TJ Maxx sell Korean face masques for just a few dollars! I bought some 24kt gold ones for $3.99 each and they're fucking fabulous. Used one, went back and bought the rest!
Korean women are obsessed with looking youthful. That's why some of their drugstore brands combat aging more effectively than our Sephora stuff.
Consider Dr. Jart if you're in the market for a badass Korean based brand. Lurve it!
miss.a.p1600
06-13-2016, 10:06 AM
How do you ladies feel about boobie tape btw ? For deep cut dresses I've been thinking of using tape to enhance my little a cups but the thought of removing all that tape prior to sex seems like torture.
I am wary of tape on boob skin. The skin on your boobs is very thin and delicate (like eye skin) and that tape stretches and wrinkles your skin. I have used it once but never again. I'd only use it for say a photo shoot or an hour at the club but not long periods of time. Gotta keep the girls perky at all costs.
Just soak some natural oil (like virgin coconut oil) on the tape before removing.
We had a rabbit like you
12-06-2016, 11:15 AM
Can we like revive this thread ?? Why is it not in body business? I wannabe ridiculously good looking too *blue steel face* the advice about eating 1000 calories a day of just fruit and veggies was highly disturbing though, gotta say..
Thinness (or really just a healthy BMI for your frame and MOST importantly a waist to hip ratio of .7 ) is important, yes, the only thing MORE important is youth/freshness or the appearance of it. That would probably top the list.
Skin: So for skin use an EWG-approved sunscreen (stay the fuck away from neutrogena or copper tone.) and use it every day, even inside, and apply every hour or two. Set an alarm on your phone if you have to. That is the SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do for your skins youth. Esp if you're a white female as our skin ages the worst.
Also:
Retin A
Hyaluronic acid
Anti oxidants
Peptides
Those are all your friends.
Use natural butters and oil (Shea and cocoa butter, as well as emu oil, rose hip oil, vitamin e oil, and coconut) but make sure it says unrefined and organic.
Start doing red light therapy..planet fitness has a redlight booth last time I checked.
Diet: eat fermented stuff with probiotics. Can't stress that enough. Also eat stuff with gelatin/collagen in it. You can buy gummies or gelatin powder to add to drinks or make your own bone broth.
Really ascertain which features are your best and play them UP. don't try and change a peach to a pear, just be the best peach you can be. Long toned legs? Self tan them and wear short skirts..big boobies and butt? Wear curve hugging clothing and accentuate them as much as you can. But don't try and become something you aren't cause I think ends up looking try-hard, insecure, and obvious. I have big lips but small eyes..so instead of feeling crappy about my eyes or trying to change them, I simply accentuate my good feature instead.
Don't be a basic vanilla bitch. Find your own style and stand out!! Be memorable.get a signature or trademark look. Takes more balls and resourcefulness not to copy every other "hot girl" out there but it's worth it. Don't be "safe".
Shannon.
12-08-2016, 03:29 PM
Do NOT use baking soda on you face... such a myth, it ph level completely disrupts your skin. So although short term, you may notice clearer skin, it'll do long term damage.
persianprincess
12-08-2016, 03:56 PM
Lotion P50 as a toner ...
Can we like revive this thread ?? Why is it not in body business? I wannabe ridiculously good looking too *blue steel face* the advice about eating 1000 calories a day of just fruit and veggies was highly disturbing though, gotta say..
Thinness (or really just a healthy BMI for your frame and MOST importantly a waist to hip ratio of .7 ) is important, yes, the only thing MORE important is youth/freshness or the appearance of it. That would probably top the list.
Skin: So for skin use an EWG-approved sunscreen (stay the fuck away from neutrogena or copper tone.) and use it every day, even inside, and apply every hour or two. Set an alarm on your phone if you have to. That is the SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do for your skins youth. Esp if you're a white female as our skin ages the worst.
Also:
Retin A
Hyaluronic acid
Anti oxidants
Peptides
Those are all your friends.
Use natural butters and oil (Shea and cocoa butter, as well as emu oil, rose hip oil, vitamin e oil, and coconut) but make sure it says unrefined and organic.
Start doing red light therapy..planet fitness has a redlight booth last time I checked.
Diet: eat fermented stuff with probiotics. Can't stress that enough. Also eat stuff with gelatin/collagen in it. You can buy gummies or gelatin powder to add to drinks or make your own bone broth.
Really ascertain which features are your best and play them UP. don't try and change a peach to a pear, just be the best peach you can be. Long toned legs? Self tan them and wear short skirts..big boobies and butt? Wear curve hugging clothing and accentuate them as much as you can. But don't try and become something you aren't cause I think ends up looking try-hard, insecure, and obvious. I have big lips but small eyes..so instead of feeling crappy about my eyes or trying to change them, I simply accentuate my good feature instead.
Don't be a basic vanilla bitch. Find your own style and stand out!! Be memorable.get a signature or trademark look. Takes more balls and resourcefulness not to copy every other "hot girl" out there but it's worth it. Don't be "safe".
May I ask why you say stay away from Neutrogena and CopperTone? I slither my kid in the stuff because it the highest level of SPF at a low price. Now I'm concerned.
SnuffleUffleGrass
12-08-2016, 04:06 PM
Evening Primrose Oil helps my skin a LOT
Also I'm really digging herbal teas this winter.
Velveteen.Rabbit
12-08-2016, 04:30 PM
RE: sunscreen - A lot of sunscreens have carcinogenic toxic chemicals in them. So instead of getting sun damage, you are building up toxins in the body that could equally lead to cancer. I feel like the more natural the sunscreen, the better. And also that staying out of the sun is the way to go. I mean if you're in the sun all the time for very long periods and you burn easily then you'll have to wear sunscreen daily, just opt for a natural one.
Chemical sunscreens (mostly in cosmetics) contain toxic heavy metals and physical sunscreens (more common) contain thyroid disrupting chemicals. Both contain lots of other bad toxins too though.
charlie61
12-12-2016, 10:30 AM
Evening Primrose Oil helps my skin a LOT
Also I'm really digging herbal teas this winter.
Any herbal tea recommendations? Include how you prepare it, too, if you do anything specific (add milk, etc.).
miss.a.p1600
12-12-2016, 11:06 AM
Ive been struggling with this eczema like rash using 2 creams and its minimized it but not gone away. I start back using hair and nail vitamins and the rash disappears within 2-3 days.....So I'd say to keep clear skin - use some good vitamins especially if you know your diet isn't all the way where it could be.
And speaking of herbal teas I saw one woman do this hack where she moisturized her lips using the moistened tea bag so drink the tea for internal health then use the tea bag for beauty and kill 2 birds with one stone so to speak.
SnuffleUffleGrass
12-12-2016, 11:09 AM
Any herbal tea recommendations? Include how you prepare it, too, if you do anything specific (add milk, etc.).
I've fallen in love with hot hibiscus tea (Mexican cuisine usually serves this tea cold.) Tazo teas "Passion" tea is this type plus other flavors.
I also favor Chai, Earl Grey & green teas. I don't put milk in them since a chemical reaction between milk & black tea affects the health benefit of the tea. Drink it without milk or cream but with some coconut oil if you need it.
edit to add- I read about doing a 2 or 3 day water fast to determine issues that cause skin breakouts. In short, fasting can be used carefully to improve health. I don't like to stop eating too long due to my specific health problems but for someone with allergies to food or dairy, water fasting is a way to figure out what diet is best for you.
charlie61
12-12-2016, 12:33 PM
I've fallen in love with hot hibiscus tea (Mexican cuisine usually serves this tea cold.) Tazo teas "Passion" tea is this type plus other flavors.
I also favor Chai, Earl Grey & green teas. I don't put milk in them since a chemical reaction between milk & black tea affects the health benefit of the tea. Drink it without milk or cream but with some coconut oil if you need it.
edit to add- I read about doing a 2 or 3 day water fast to determine issues that cause skin breakouts. In short, fasting can be used carefully to improve health. I don't like to stop eating too long due to my specific health problems but for someone with allergies to food or dairy, water fasting is a way to figure out what diet is best for you.
Do you feel like hibiscus is good for your skin? I'm obsessed with skin. It's an awesome indicator of internal health.
Shannon.
12-12-2016, 06:10 PM
Do you feel like hibiscus is good for your skin? I'm obsessed with skin. It's an awesome indicator of internal health.
Generally speaking, the more vibrant/bold the colour, the more healthy a fruit or veggie is. So yes, hibiscus would be healthy for you.
whirlerz
12-12-2016, 09:03 PM
Herbal teas are great.
I'm looking into tinctures of herbs, a more concentrated form.
They come in a bottle w/a dropper, you mix w/water.
We had a rabbit like you
12-12-2016, 09:09 PM
Re: the sunscreens..look up EWG ratings with sunscreens, they looked at each ingredient from major sunscreen companies and many had really bad stuff in them like retinyl palmitate which actually makes sun damage worse..neutrogena and coppertone were among the worst. I love badger sunscreens personally but there are lots of good brands out there. And for spf protection, anything over 50 spf isn't really going to make a difference, I'm fine with just 30 personally
Gia2608
12-12-2016, 10:01 PM
Thank you both Rabbits for the sunscreen info. I actually have thyroid issues and slather sunscreen on religiously (living in Miami is a must!). I will have to google it tomorrow. Do you know specifically what ingredients I should be avoiding?
Also, I know other people have mentioned hair stuff, but I personally think longish, shiny, healthy hair makes women look way more conventionally attractive than short or alt. styles (no offense to the women brave enough to rock them!). My hair is very shiny and long (but super thin) but for sure one of my best features. I use sulfate free shampoo, good conditioner, avoid excessive heat styling when possible. I let it mostly air dry and then "finish" with a blow dryer and ceramic straightener to seal it. I hardly ever use styling products. I have a travel size bottle of hair spray that has lasted me 4+ years. Yes, sometimes I have fly always in pony tails but I will take that to have waist length hair any day.
I make it look fuller and healthier with long layers and multi-dimensional color (highlights and low lights) but have noticed my hair looks so much better when I keep it closer to my natural color than too blonde or too dark. Also, I use deposit only clear gloss to add more shine. I used to get this done at a salon but realized they sell it at Sally's.
Diet can affect your hair too! Taking B vitamins reduces premature greys and prenatal vitamins make it thick and shiny.
whirlerz
12-12-2016, 10:08 PM
I love Sun Bum brand..http://www.sunbum.com Spf 70, also comes in 50, & 30, & they've a leave in for hair, lip balm. Ulta has it, & some other stores.
UVA/UVB protection, water resistant, vit E, paraben free, hypoallergenic, won't clog pores.
Recommended by Skin Cancer Assoc. Smells great, I love it.
Shannon.
12-13-2016, 01:23 PM
SPF 50 is the max possible amount of protection possible. So a product may indeed have an SPF 70, but it offers the same protection as SPF 50.
Velveteen.Rabbit
12-13-2016, 02:48 PM
I forget the exact formula but when I worked for a skin care company they taught us that you calculate the number of minutes it takes you to burn X the spf number and that's how many minutes you're protected for. So in essence, after like apt 40 or something it won't really make a difference because you'll need to reapply it before the number of minutes would max out. I guess higher spfs are only beneficial to people with fair-pink undertones.
You definitely need to reapply a lot. I've worn sunscreen before even for just an hour and still gotten burned somehow so I don't know how much I trust them.
TexasPeach
12-14-2016, 12:55 AM
I'm obsessed with YouTube lately and found a lot of "haul" videos mentioning the insanely good quality vs price of this site:
Everything is $1 !!! Including tons of sheet face masks. [home -> cosmetics -> face & body -> skincare]
Some other tips of mine (since I'm just sitting here with my notebook stealing sooo many good tips):
1) Go vegan/plant based diet.
I know...lame tip. But really, there are so many insanely good studies (look into the Harvard doctor who started research on what would eventually become the rockstar anti-aging drug Reversatol, he was initially baffled by the extremely slow rate of aging in people who ate only about 1000-1500cal/day of super high fiber nutrient dense fruit & veg) backing this up. No cream, no mask, no surgery, no treatment will ever beat broccoli. Even if you can only do it Mon-Fri and take the weekends off, better than nothing!
2) DIY it!
As mentioned before, making the stuff yourself has often proven to be better bang for your buck in getting really potent beauty products. There's one site I'm crazy about: . The quality control is phenomenal and you can find things like pure dimethecone (the key ingredient of hair serums//Morrocan Oil is just dimethecone + apricot kernel oil), and lupine protein, the first substance found to actually reverse sun damage and enhance the efficacy of sunscreen. Fingers crossed they add larch tree extract.
3) Dove Spa Strength Within tablets
Holy shit. Also really good research out there in the BBC documentary "The Truth About Aging"
4) If you're looking to get a flatter tummy in an hour, barre pilates literally sucked by gut in concave for three days after my first workout. My abs had been terribly out of shape so couldn't really move the next morning. But I laid there in pain looking quite sexy. It's an intense exercise that requires minimal equipment so I highly recommend finding YouTube videos for a free "personal trainer" :)
5) I actually just found out about this today so I can't 100% vouch for it yet, but if you're always looking for nice new things to wear to keep your clients interested, Rent the Runway Unlimited might be perfect? It's $140/mo and you pick 3 items at a time, ship them back when you're done, and pick another 3 which should arrive in about 2- 3 days. (So its not 3 rented items for the whole month, its just a max of holding 3 items at a time).
6) I think big eyes are one of my best features, here's my fave big eye tutorial on YouTube, super good tricks:
I believe the same girl has a "huge lips" vid too.
7) MORE YOUTUBE (god, I should go outside...) Fave "here's all the secret trick things MUA's do that we aren't telling you about" video...Willam Belli!
8) A little bit of baking soda+water+asprin is sort of a mini at home microdermabrasion (but maybe not ideal for sensitive skin)
9) Shea butter and/or olive oil layered on thick before bed and you'll wake up with the softest skin ever...try to put it on right after the shower if possible (hot steamy skin absorbs better)
10) Co-washing hair, once or twice a week only --- my fave co-wash is Shea Moisture. Also not really washing your face with tap water: I use an Avene cleansing cream. Micellar (sp?) water is a similar concept. Check if your water is "soft" or "hard" - hard water can be damaging your skin and hair! Oh, also this:
11) If you must wear foundation, Jane Iredale. I've sworn by it since I was 16 (but I'm also a weird shade most lines don't have). But when using liquid foundation/a heavier look, do all your "base" layers (concealer + foundation, etc) then take your quick bath or shower in not too hot water, the steam will let your heavier makeup set looking more natural than cake-y.
12) Xylitol for making that just-got-my-teeth-cleaning-at-the-dentist sensation/freshness last forever.
13) Retin-A every night for 3 month intervals. I even mix it into a body lotion, but you must keep it air-tight! Of course, SPF always and extra SPF with retin-a
14) Drink twice as much water as you think you need. Drink seltzer with fresh fruit if tap is too dull.
15) Force yourself to exercise. I'm using GymPact! If nothing else, at least do weight-bearing or body weight exercises. Just a couple hours before a photoshoot or audition plus something with a high sweat potential (bikram yoga) can make a huge difference in appearance.
16) Possibly TMI but...I have a little sweetmint extract that I dab on my hip bones and on my inner thigh just below my pussy. Men find the fresh but ahem..natural scent, alluring. Also, putting coconut oil in my vagina nightly.
17) If you're going to be doing a photoshoot in any sort of clothing, its worth it to get those clothing items tailored. Even t-shirts, but especially dresses.
18) If you want better teeth but braces are out of reach, Smile Direct Club *might* be a really good option. In addition to scouring Groupon for teeth whitening. Actually, check Groupon/Living Social first for any spa treatment type deal.
19) Certin-Dri at night plus Hibicleanse after AM shower so I never sweat or have any odor. Gross, I know, but I seem to get stress-sweat pretty easily.
Talking about stuff like this is super fun, I agree. IDK if any of you guys used to lurk the blog jetsetbabe.com , but there's now a Facebook group you can join of the same name where topics like this get discussed quite a bit. Yikes, okay, I've ranted enough!
Thanks for this :)
fbsmgirl
12-15-2016, 04:05 PM
Yeahh this is an awesome thread!
SnuffleUffleGrass
12-15-2016, 04:32 PM
I read a bunch of arguements on facebook about how drinkable collagen is a way to retain youthful skin. However someone said that our stomach acids deplete a high percentage of material we ingest, so one has to factor that into how much help drinkable collagen does for skin?
I do know upping protein, raw food & definitely collagen-containing food intake keeps skin supple. It's a pretty exhausting task but worth it in the end.
We had a rabbit like you
12-15-2016, 04:44 PM
^some of it makes it through they just found.I know it won't do any good on the top of your skin in cream form though.
KaraLynn
12-15-2016, 05:11 PM
This is a great thread with lots of great suggestions :)
For me personally, a tan makes me look a lot better. Luckily, I tan really well and really easily in the summer but in the wintertime when I'm more pasty I hit the spray tan booths or get an airbrush tan. I get the most compliments on my looks and are referred to as "beautiful" way more often when my skin is darker, I feel like it compliments my natural features better. Things like that, that take very little effort and don't cost much can really go a long way when it comes to your beauty level.
Another thing is of course, playing around with makeup and looks. Different makeup styles can go a LONG way. My winning combination is a tan, dark lipstick, and fake lashes. It will be different for everyone but nonetheless little things go a long way.
SnuffleUffleGrass
12-15-2016, 05:55 PM
The other bonus of a mostly raw diet is it literally pushes things out of your system (fiber.) Skin is an excretory organ so anything you do to help skin do its job results in a more healthful glow. (This is why the steam room is good for you.)
edit to add- I read up on raw food diets. It doesn't work for everyone, works well for some, & it's undeniable that cooking does make some food items more nutritious. My honest opinion for anyone planning to make a living off of their looks is for them to live where good produce & food is plentiful & cheap. You are what you eat.
Velveteen.Rabbit
12-16-2016, 03:37 PM
This is a great thread with lots of great suggestions :)
For me personally, a tan makes me look a lot better. Luckily, I tan really well and really easily in the summer but in the wintertime when I'm more pasty I hit the spray tan booths or get an airbrush tan. I get the most compliments on my looks and are referred to as "beautiful" way more often when my skin is darker, I feel like it compliments my natural features better. Things like that, that take very little effort and don't cost much can really go a long way when it comes to your beauty level.
Another thing is of course, playing around with makeup and looks. Different makeup styles can go a LONG way. My winning combination is a tan, dark lipstick, and fake lashes. It will be different for everyone but nonetheless little things go a long way.
Makeup makes me look completely different in a good way.
It can also update your look and make older garments look very trendy. Never underestimate the power of hair and makeup
Gia2608
12-17-2016, 07:21 PM
Specifically with regard to the Sunscreen thing- I use La Roche-Posay Dry touch sunscreen. I think this particular bottle was 40.00 or so at Ulta but I remember paying 60 for it before. It has a EWG rating of 3 out of 10; the reason it got score a 3 (from what I am reading) is because it claims SPF protection over 60. I actually use this every single day under my moisturizer... if I were to go lay out at the beach or to a park all day in the sun I would probably use something a bit stronger but it seems to have a good rating for the ingredients themselves and it does not make my skin greasy at all (I tend to have a problem with this). I will continue to looking for something with a better rating, esp as I can not afford any more issue with my thyroid but for now I like this and recommend it over drug store brands.
whirlerz
12-17-2016, 07:38 PM
Have you tried Sun Bum?
Camillauk
12-22-2016, 09:11 AM
The sun bam link doesn't work.
I swear by Clinique City Block SPF40 and it has been featured on the BBC 6 years ago showing studies that it works and prevents the skin from ageing. I use that daily, it can be quite hard to blend in the skin, so I mix another moisturiser and blend the two together and it makes much more spreadable on the skin. Don't forget your neck too!
I don't wear a full range of designer makeup I use:
Foundation - Loreal it is affordable and lasts all day long!
Eyeshadow - Smashbox - blendable colours and good quality.
Eye Primer - Smashbox - I swear by this one, my eyeshadows last all day through to midnight!!
Lips - Clinique - soft on lips, doesn't feel icky.
Mascara - Boots own cheap brand
Brushes - Liz Earle, Dior
Powder - Banana Powder by Ben L - I purchased it from depop app shop and I think it is a fake one as it doesn't work very well.
Cleanser - Simple Cleanser lotion cheap as chips
Moisturiser SPF 40 with day cream blended together
Night cream - Garnier Skinactive moisture bomb gel cream
Eye cream Clinique - all about eyes. sample pot
I have a lot of makeup but none I can wear every day, some colours just don't suit my eyes well so I end up not using them and they are usually in makeup palettes!
Need new makeup soon!
Shannon.
12-22-2016, 02:26 PM
Specifically with regard to the Sunscreen thing- I use La Roche-Posay Dry touch sunscreen. I think this particular bottle was 40.00 or so at Ulta but I remember paying 60 for it before. It has a EWG rating of 3 out of 10; the reason it got score a 3 (from what I am reading) is because it claims SPF protection over 60. I actually use this every single day under my moisturizer... if I were to go lay out at the beach or to a park all day in the sun I would probably use something a bit stronger but it seems to have a good rating for the ingredients themselves and it does not make my skin greasy at all (I tend to have a problem with this). I will continue to looking for something with a better rating, esp as I can not afford any more issue with my thyroid but for now I like this and recommend it over drug store brands.
Skinceuticals physical fusion has many raving ratings, so I'm on my third day of trying it for my face. I've always found face sunscreens make my skin dry, flaky, and as well makes it break out. And I tried good brands like Vichy and La Roche... so far so good with this stuff!! The only caveat is that is spf, so maybe that might be a deal breaker for you.
Minxnymph
01-17-2017, 10:44 AM
Ok so i am just getting back into camming after a few years of only doing videos here and there. As the years have passed I've found some tricks.
1. Taking Hyaluronic Acid capsules! HA helps your body create it's own collagen. I'm turning 30 in May and my friends always mention how young I look even though I do a lot of adventurey things that are hard on the skin.
2. If you are getting tattoos and piercings PLEASE be discerning on what and where you get them. Pick the best artist and the best quality jewelry. I love BVLA for high class body jewelry. Think on your tattoos for a year before you get them!
3. Anastasia Beverly hills brow pencil seems to come in the best colors, and the clear brow mascara is all you need to have tidy brows without them stealing the show!. I'm going to echo everyone else in this thread on makeup, you get what you pay for!
4. Ride a bicycle whenever you can, I commute to my day job all spring, summer, and autumn on my bike and it is amazing for making the legs strong, sexy calves, nice ass and trimming the waist, while aiding balance. Honestly it is my jam for clearing my mind and putting a smile on my face. Nothing makes me feel as genuinely happy as getting a lot of fresh air and some exercise and exploring. It also gives you stories to tell. Guys like chicks who have fun stuff to talk about. Happiness is contagious.
5. Check the labels at the thrift store. I've built up a collection of silk and cashmere from thrift store stuff that looked super boring on the hanger but bangs on a body.
6. Skincare: Keep an eye for coupon codes and free sample deals at stores like Ulta. (i like Shiseido)
7. Lips: I live in a place that gets to -50 below zero sometimes. Today it is -32 below zero and the only lip balm that seems to work for me is Benefit's Benetint rose balm.
I'm going to try a keratin lash lift in a couple weeks, I'll let you know how it goes ^_^