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need to look better---fast!
Hey, everybody!
OK, I am sick of raising my hand because I do, indeed make less that $200 on most nights. Not because I want to, but because my age and my weight are working against me.
I'm dieting, working out, etc., but it seems like it it taking FOREVER to get results. And as for my skin....BLEH!
Who has some good suggestions for helping me look and feel skinnier, younger, fitter, etc.-----quickly?
All suggestions will be appreciated! Thank You!
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Have you tried tonalin, tanning or a facial?
those are things that just jump out at me at the moment
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i would pick up a personal trainer if you are in need of some motivation to work out. Maybe make up a new diet plan. Body for life or soulthbeach...
I would also seek out the help of a professional makeup atist that may be able to give you a younger fresher look.. Or simply just go to a mac counter.
I dont suggest tanning, because in the end it will only make you look older. But maybe mystic tan?
Depending on your situation, there is always botox, stri vectin (<---spelling)
and other procedures available if you are interested in that...
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The personal trainer is good if you can afford it.
First thing (and this is not appearance advice) is to really, really BELIEVE that you are worth money to these men. This is important. Be a little full of yourself, and really embrace the idea that your time is WORTH something and that you deserve money for hanging out with them. If you can't honestly embrace it - fake it. If you don't have a sense that you are worth spending money on, then it is very hard for you to demand money - this will not change if you lose weight.
PS - I don't mean "demand" like "hand it over right now you son of a bitch". You can demand nicely.
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Hun age wont really go against you, forget that.....I know! Try a tan, toning those muscles, different way of wearing the hair, be it colour, cut or both! Clothes, make-up...Change alot at once...You will feel GOOD.
I also have gained my weight back.....Oh well. Remember i am SURE you have younger, thin *girls* making less than you at times!!!! :) You're only in a slump as am i, you will climb out.
Pamela
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if you cant afford a personal trainer, just use him/her a couple of times and continue your workout from there...
instead of them motivating you, you will have to find a way to do it yourself. Maybe after each work out reward yourself with a small gift, or your favorite meal? Take pictures of before and after, and keep a record to keep track of your sucess
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How does tanning make you look younger and/or thinner?
Just curious, because if that's the case I'm going to the salon tomorrow! lol
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The personal trainer idea is great. There is always someone out there that is affordable. You could even try just using him once a week or every other week, to keep you motivated, accountable and watch over your program. If you need anymore advice or suggestions were to look, just ask or send me a message. My fiance is a very good trainer and would be willing to help.
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I have a personal trainer and it is a great motivator. I was able to get in with a group and that makes the sessions cheaper but you still get individualized attention. If you're dancing you are already getting some good physical stuff in though and I would think that would tone you too. How long have you been dancing? I have been with my trainer almost 2 months now and while I can see results it is a slow process.
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what about a body wrap? That might give you some quick results that can motivate you to jump start your routine, ya know? Good luck!!
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I really hadn't thought of a body wrap. That is a great idea! ANd a facial, definitely!
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Hey Girl,
Good website to try is e-diets.com. They personalize diets and meal plans JUST FOR YOU depending on your weight loss goals and other factors. They even give you a grocery list! Are you a member of a gym? If not join a GYM like Bally Total Fitteness-they give you personal trainers to start! That can help you get on the right track. And if your having trouble or need new ideas, they'd be happt to help! For the ultimate push you could hire them to work with you regularly! If I were you I would go to a Full Salon/SPA and get the works! A head to toe make over and SPA PACKAGE!! Ask for a younger fresher look and they could hook you up. And there is no better way to feel better than a DAY AT THE SPA! Also, Green-Tea is good for dieting, Drink Gallon Water a day-it helps with weight loss and makes your skin and hair healthier, I would just about eliminate carbs, do low fat... Eat things like grapefruit, egg whites, tuna, salads with no dressing or like a vingerette, tofu, lots of vegtables and fruits!It may seem like alot money but it will pay off. GOOD LUCK
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Hmm, well, I would try incorporating Salmon into your diet. A lot of people eat it and get great results with their skin, making it almost glow...def. works, and it healthy...
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Quick ways to look better:
*Better foundation, change your makeup colors
*fake lashes, fake nails, fake hair (extensions). They work!
*accentuate your positives and don't worry about your perceived negatives- in a word,
CONFIDENCE.
*If you're blonde wear darker and cooler colors, if you're brunette wear lighter and warmer colors. In general.
*tan.
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Have you ever used Renova for your skin? I'm a big fan of tretinoin (I use retin-a cream). I actually haven't used any in over 6 months and I can see a big (negative) difference. I just ordered more yesterday.
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Originally Posted by Concubine
How does tanning make you look younger and/or thinner?
Just curious, because if that's the case I'm going to the salon tomorrow! lol
Because it's change! And that can be one of the best feelings in the world.
Something as small as changing colours of eye shadow or liner, can do wonders!
The first thing i seem to notice is women go for a different colour, or cut!!!
I'm lazy, so i just wear different clothes now.
Pamela
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i strongly recommend going to an esthetician, they can target what's going on with your skin. you could need a variety of peels. or microdermalabrasion and peel combination. ask them about retrinal
i got a blue peel 2 years ago and it really turned things around for me. it rids you of acne, acne scars and fine lines. as far as deep lines (expression lines) you need restylane injections.
depends on how much "down time" you can live with. the blue peel makes your skin really unattractive for about 2 weeks, after that it's like a new born babe!! painful as hell though. running a price of around 500. but after that minimal maintenance girl.
call a plastic surgeon and make an appoint with the esthetician.
you wont regret it!!!
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oh screaminpeachez I'm so excited to hear from somebody who actually got the blue peel! Details details! Did you go through the Obagi regimen first?
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i did 2 microdermals first, then the blue peel; followed by the obagi regimen their gel cleanser, lotion and vitamin C treatmen.
and my skin was cystic (pizza face) and now i have the best skin in the club!
if you have normal skin it will work f*cking miracles! it was so soft, literally like a baby's ass.
i didn't even wear foundation anymore! this was 2 years ago
for a maintanence i am using the Solvere (salytic acid base) gel soap and Retrinal. it's a little drying but if you back off' when it does that' your skin will be glowing in a week.
i am going for a ALA peel in a month for increased pore tightness. and possibly follow up with a fruity acid peel. i am so stoked!
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OMG I was having this same problem just few weeks ago and I snapped out of it very quickly!
Okay here is what I did. I am hitting the gym about 5-6 days a week I just made the desicion to make working out a huge part of my routine. I lost alot of weight from the start and once I started dancing I slipped just a little bit. I was 220 and now 135
My diet was nothing but fast food and soda yuckie can play a major role on your skin and how you feel inside and out. So I am drinking green tea instead of my coffee or starbucks non fat ice white mocha which saves major calories. I am drinking diet sodas but just once a day I am not in a soda mood and I am drinking tons of water. One of the dancers told me I look younger and I just started my new diet this week how funny just the little things change a huge difference.
I also got long hair extensions about 22 inches of brown and blond mixed and it really makes you look thinner funny but it does work. I am also tanning outside since its been nice and hitting the day spa for a spray tan which always looks really good on anyone doesn't matter what size you are.
I am also eating better salads and fish and chicken Monday-Saturday and I don't eat after 6 pm I work at that time and I don't eat at work anyhow so it helps me. If I am hungry after work I am grabbing my rice cakes that I packed.
I know it tough but just hang in there the first few weeks are tough but a breeze once you get on it. And you feel tons better go spend the day at the spa and take a girly day you will feel so much better sugapie!
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I dont think that tanning would be good for her because she is a natural redhead.
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A *light* spray tan might be a nice change, tho. One of the girls at my old club was having skin issues as well as otherwise feeling slumpy... she got the spray tan and she could get by with *much* less foundation while it lasted. It really boosted her confidence.
But a real tan? No, not with the natural redhead coloring.
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How long does the spray tan last? I would like to try it before I hit the next round of auditions.
I also got out my Kevin Aucoin Making Faces book and started experimenting with different colors/looks etc and I have been wearing a PINK outfit at work the last couple of days--Big change. I think it is the color that helps.
Also have been working out, doing the Sheila Kelly workout and a wieght training workout. I joined the SELF magazine challenge and Team in Training (I do a marathon every year in honor of my Fiance who died of cancer before we mamaged to get married)
I spent some of my phone sex money on new boots and shoes. Could use some new gowns, but maybe next week!
My mom gave me $50 for my b-day and i am going to spend it on some skin care stuff or maybe put toward a day at the spa.
I am also saving for hair extensions or a 3/4 wig.
I went through a horrible couple weeks at the end of February, (see http://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46301 for examples) working every shift, every show, every loation I could so I could make my house payment, and when I sat down and counetd what I had made, it was still not enough. I just have not been the same since then.
Thanks for all the suggestions. Please keep 'em coming! Following all this advice is really helping me to get out of this rut.
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Well unless you have the time and ready cash to get the dermabrasion like Peaches did; I would reccommend exfolating once a week.
I use (it's silly I know) Bare Feet foot scrub. You can buy it in the foot care section at Wal-Mart. I use the raspberry version. I just squeese the junk in my hand and hard scrub my whole body. It's takes away all the attacked dead skin and makes me feel like a babies butt. Automatically when I dry off, I feel younger and better about myself.
You could try this too, it's only like $3 a tube here.
Kitana
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Wal-Mart or any beauty supply store also carries exfoliation products made for use on your whole bod ;-)