Beauty Foods

Another article from Ivillage.com (click title for full article). I totally believe in acheiving beauty and optimal health from taking care of the inside. What I eat affects what pops up on my face, what jiggles where, my energy level, and other things that I don't want to deal with.

Here are nine beauty foods

Berries

-Stimulates collagen production to maintain supple skin
-Protects against sun damage


Walnuts

-Associated with shiny hair, vibrant eyes, and strong bones


Green Tea

-Stave off aging
-Detoxifys skin
-Increase effectivenss of sunscreen
-Weight loss aid
-Disease fighter
-Used as a topical agent, calms acne


Yogurt

-Aids in digestion, which effects the outlook of your skin


Low Fat Milk

-Good for strong bones, good posture, healthy nails, and a beautiful smile
-Provides protein, which is great for skin, hair, and nails


Kale

-Contains sun-damage-preventing components
-Keeps eyes healthy and sparkling


Dark Chocolate

-Contains lots of antioxidants that are good for the skin
-Provides soft, hydrated skin and desensitivity to harmful effects of the sun


Broccoli

-Has sulfur compounds which have disease fighting effects
-Prevention of cellulite


Tomatoes

-Youth and sun damage protecting

Internship at Shopmasons.com

My internship at Shopmasons.com has been great so far! I've pretty much learned how to manage the site. I upload the images, make product copy for them, which is describing the garment or the product. I also make the suggestions for the products too. I've been shipping the orders, pulling products for the photoshoots, and even running to get coffee. I feel like a real intern! It sounds corny, but I love being the assistant type. I'm really enjoying my time there and I even got a $150 gift card last week! I bought this bag!



Check out the site Shopmasons.com!

How To Tame Unruly Curls

I was reading this article on Ivillage.com and I thought I'd share it because these are the methods that I use for defined frizz-free curls (click on the title for full article). I should also let you know that I stopped using chemical relaxers a year ago (exactly in June 2008) and I am currently transitioning. I am in the process of a long term transition, which means I will slowly chop off the relaxed ends of my hair until I only have my complete natural texture. I did my first "big trim" two days ago after a year of transitioning. So far, I am loving the process.

Here are some tips from the article...

-First, love your curls
-If you shampoo, use sulfate-free shapoos- I stopped using shampoos a year ago and it has done wonders for the health of my hair. I only wash with conditioner which has cleansing ingredients in them as well.
-Condition, Condition, Condition- After rinsing conditioner, I always add more for detangling and leave-in purposes for extra hydration. This leave-in method is the secret for fighting frizz. This will not work for all types of hair.
-Do not towel dry. Blot with a t shirt or paper towels. This is a part of preventing frizzy hair.
-After applying products and styling, leave hair alone until it dries- More fighting against frizz
-Sleep on a satin pillowcase
-Scrunch the curls for definition and volume- this does not work for me and creates frizz
-Find the right product for your curl texture and don't use too much, but also don't use too little-Air dry as often as possible
-If you must use heat, use a diffuser
-Get a good hair cut and interview your stylist about their knowledge of curls- I completely don't trust a stylist. No one knows how to manage my hair like me!

Giorgio Armani Men's RTW Spring 2010

Some of my favorite looks.

It's Been Too Long

Hey Everyone!

I know its been waaaay too long and no one probably reads this blog anymore, but I graduate in December and I have time to contribute to the blog again. I was really proud of the work that I've done on StyleCrazy with no knowledge of how fashion trends work and just being really raw. I have learned a lot in this year and a half that its been and I feel that I have soooo much to share, but the posts wont be limited to just trends and product reviews. I love to read, sew, cook, photography, beauty, and a whole bunch of other stuff. I've also been involved in some really interesting projects. Right now, I'm interning at Shopmasons.com. Check it out!

Look out for me and new posts soon!

Peace