Mujer Se Deja Maquillaje en su Piel por Un Mes...Veamos el Resultado!

Cuando una mujer comienza a maquillarse, la primera recomendación que los expertos hacen es que nunca se vaya a la cama sin antes limpiarse el rostro. Y no precisamente porque vaya a ensuciar las sábanas, sino debido a que dejar los productos puestos puede causar estragos en la piel.

"¿Cómo tanto? Si total al día siguiente me lavo la cara en la ducha y listo", pensarán algunas. Pero lo cierto es que no tener una rutina de limpieza antes de dormir en realidad sí puede llegar a ser muy malo, tal como lo demostró Anna Pursglove, una periodista que escribe artículos de belleza para el periódico británico "Daily Mail".

Durante un mes completo, Anna se maquilló como normalmente lo hace, pero no se limpió el rostro ni un solo día. Las reglas del experimento le permitían lavar superficialmente su cara en la ducha todas las mañanas, pero le prohibían utilizar cualquiera de los productos que usualmente se aplicaba en su rutina de limpieza. Asimismo, cada día debía usar nuevo maquillaje sobre los restos del antiguo.

Y para que los resultados de la prueba fueran realmente objetivos, la periodista acudió a un especialista que analizó su rostro con una cámara especial 3D que mostraba todos los detalles. Asimismo, le midió la hidratación de sus mejillas y frente.

"Y entonces le experimento comenzó (…) La primera noche, y luego de un día caluroso y pegajoso (…), estaba desesperada por limpiarme e hidratarme", contó Anna. Pero no lo hizo y se fue a dormir con todo el maquillaje puesto.

"A la mañana siguiente, mi almohada parecía haber sufrido más que mi piel. Aparte de que mis ojos me picaban y que el rímel colgaba de mis pestañas, estaba relativamente indemne", describió.

Como decían las reglas, se lavó en la ducha, se aplicó crema hidratante y luego otra capa de maquillaje.

Temibles resultados

Pero no sólo su zona ocular sufrió las secuelas de renunciar durante un mes a su rutina de limpieza diaria. La periodista contó que sus labios, por ejemplo, se volvieron secos y que las comisuras de su boca se le agrietaron dolorosamente.

"Temía que le hubiera hecho un daño permanente a mi piel", reconoció. "Visiblemente había obstruido y agrandado los poros de mi nariz, tenía la piel seca en labios y mejillas, y los párpados rojos. Los quistes blancos ahora tenían el desagradable aspecto de caspa en mis pestañas", explicó.

De esta manera, Anna volvió a ponerse bajo el imparcial lente de la cámara 3D, obteniendo los siguientes resultados:

- La textura de su piel empeoró en alrededor de un 10%, lo que -según le señaló una dermatóloga- probablemente se debió a que dejó de hidratarla dos veces al día, como usualmente lo hacía. Y no sólo por eso, sino que también porque las capas de maquillaje fueron frenando su natural proceso de renovación.

- Sus arrugas se hicieron más profundas, ya que su piel se volvió menos elástica debido a la resequedad que le causó la falta de hidratación y las partículas de contaminación que fueron quedándose adheridas a su maquillaje.

- Su rostro adoptó un tono rojizo, lo cual demostró que durante el mes en que no lo limpió, diversos agentes irritantes quedaron atrapados al interior de los poros que fueron obstruidos por el maquillaje.

- Los poros se agrandaron alrededor de un 5%, debido a que fueron cerrados por la suciedad.

Y aunque todas estas secuelas pueden parecer horrorosas, una fue la peor de todas: según los expertos, su piel envejeció alrededor de una década.

"Esto probó lo que mi espejo reflejaba: en un mes, mi rostro había envejecido 10 años y todo porque no me quité el maquillaje", señaló Anna, quien temía que el daño fuera permanente. Sin embargo, volvió a respirar cuando una experta le explicó que dejar de limpiarse por cuatro semanas no implicaba un daño significativo, pero que si lo continuaba haciendo en el largo plazo, su piel resultaría muy perjudicada. 

Ways You Can Get An STD Without Having Sex

Health classes usually do a good job of warning students about the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases. And while you may not remember every single detail, it’s so important that you know how to protect yourself. Considering that STDs are, by definition,  “sexually transmitted,” it’s no surprise that unprotected sexual intercourse is the most common way to contract an STD. But what you might not know is that it’s still possible to contract an STD even if you have never had sex or are not currently sexually active. We’ve got the low down on the more obscure ways that you could get an STD and tips on how to stay clean.

1. Kissing

The danger of getting an STD might not be the first thought that runs through your head when you think about making out with that cute guy at a party, but it is possible to get an STD just from kissing. When someone has type 1 herpes (also known as oral herpes), they carry it for life, says Senior Physician at Boston University Dr. Mark Weber. So even though the disease may not be visibly showing, the danger of infection still exists. However, the possibility of transmitting the disease is much lower if there is not an outbreak of sores. Dr. Weber says that another difficulty with type 1 herpes is that many people carry the disease without even knowing it.

Even though infection is sometimes possible without visible symptoms, the best way to protect yourself from getting infected by someone who has type 1 herpes is to know how to recognize it. A sore on someone’s lip that is made of small clusters of fluid-filled blisters is an indication of herpes, says Annabeth Elliott, the STD Program Coordinator at the Idaho Department of Health. She says that even if the cluster is red, crusted or scabbed over and peeling, this is still a sign of the disease.

The biggest danger of becoming infected comes when there is a break in the skin that comes in contact with sores. If you have chapped lips or other breaks in the skin and you come in contact with infected secretions, it is more likely that you will get infected than if your skin is completely intact. So if you are tempted to plant a kiss on someone with these signs, think twice before you do.

2. Oral Sex

Although some people might not consider oral sex to actually be “sex” because it does not involve vaginal penetration, it can still lead to the spread of STDs. Dr. Weber says that oral sex should still be considered as sex, despite some misconceptions that many students have, and it can lead to transmission of herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and other diseases. An STD can be spread during oral sex by contact with infected secretions and surfaces on the body.  Dr. Weber emphasizes that although condoms can reduce the spread of diseases, they cannot always be sure to completely prevent infection. But it is always safer to use condoms during penile-oral sex or dental dams for oral-vaginal sex.

“Avoiding sex when you have any breaks in the skin or other involved bodily tissue which may come in contact with another person can be protective as well,” Dr. Weber says.

3. Dry Sex

Also described as body-to-body rubbing, Elliott says that dry sex can spread herpes even though there is no penetration or bodily fluids involved. But the only way that herpes could be spread by dry humping is if there is skin-to-skin contact, which means that you are safe if clothes are kept on. But if there is skin-to-skin contact, Dr. Weber says that infectious material from warts (HPV) and other viral or bacterial infection could be present. The risk of transmission depends on the amount of infection that someone has and the number and severity of breaks in the skin. Dr. Weber also warns about shaving “down there,” and how that can increase the risk of infection as well.

“The popularity of shaving the hair in various areas of the body including the genital area has the potential to increase the transmission of infections because of the risk of even small breaks in the skin,” Weber says. “Stubble from hair growing back can be very abrasive to the other person’s skin, and the blade used can itself pick up infectious material from one part of your skin and spread it to another.”  So keep this in mind during your next down-there grooming sesh.

4. Indirect Contact

Even though a sexually transmitted disease or infection usually implies an infection that is transmitted through intimate contact, Dr. Weber says that it is possible to get an STD in indirect ways. One example is sitting on a toilet seat. Dr. Weber says that while transmission of an STD from sitting on a toilet seat is possible if there is infectious material on the seat that comes in contact with a break in the skin, it is pretty unlikely. But, when in doubt, squat instead of sit down on public toilets.

Another possible indirect way that STDs can be spread is through a damp or moist object, such as a towel, coming in contact with infected areas. Elliott says that the disease Trichomoniasis, more commonly known as Trich, is a parasite that can live outside the body for up to 45 minutes. She recommends that a way to prevent the possibility of spreading diseases is by not sharing damp or moist items like clothing or towels that touch down below.  And while some people might think that you can get Trich from a hot tub, Elliott says this is a myth because it would be too hot in this environment for the parasites to live.

Dr. Weber also points out that sharing needles, razors, or other cutting devices with someone who has an STD can also spread diseases because they are items that break skin contact and let the infections into the body, so avoid sharing these items at all to be safe.

How To Stay In The Clear

One of the easiest ways to protect yourself against STDs is simply to know whether your partner has been tested, if he has had other partners since the last time he was tested, and what his sexual relationships have been like in the past. And by limiting the number of sexual partners you have, you reduce the chances of coming into contact with someone with an STD.

“It is important for each person to think about the risks they are willing to take for intimacy and sex,” Dr. Weber says.

Dr. Weber suggests that you can minimize the potential of breaks in the skin by using lubricant to cut down on friction, which can also reduce direct skin-to-skin contact. By not combining intimacy with mind-altering substances, like alcohol and drugs, you can be in your best state of mind to use the best protection on a consistent basis. And make sure to always have protection available so that you’re not left scrambling or making rash decisions when things start to get hot and heavy.

While you shouldn’t let the fear of getting an STD keep you from touching anyone ever, knowing how to protect yourself as best as possible will keep you safe rather than sorry.

Myths About Getting Flat Stomach...

Diet Pills and Supplements

Well, diet pills and supplements can be quite tempting. There are many pills and supplements which claim to give you a flat stomach. However, you should not fall for it as there is no ‘magic pill’ available in the market. In fact, diet pills and supplements are more likely to hurt your pocket than showing any results on your belly. Instead of popping a pill, it will be better to burn calories with intense exercise.

Packaged Diet Products for Better Results

There are many packaged foods which are considered to be a solution for weight loss. Usually, such packaged products are packed with refined sugar. There are also some artificial ingredients which your body does not really need. Some ingredients in packaged foods don’t lead to weight loss. In fact, they may have a high-calorie content. You should try to avoid packaged foods and stick to a nutritious diet. Whole grains can be a good choice.

Avoid Carbohydrates for Tight Abs

Many notions and misconceptions make you think that carbohydrates are bad for your health. However, if you are one of the people who believe this, it is quite unfortunate. You can eat carbohydrates while slimming down. As mentioned earlier, it is important to avoid packaged foods and stick with oatmeal, whole grains and brown rice. In other words, you should stick with wholesome carbs rather than giving up all carbohydrates.

We all want to have that sexy flat stomach, especially when the summer is near, and we are willing to work for it. The problem is that lots of people are wasting their efforts simply because they have a wrong information about getting flat stomach. Here’s 5 myths you should not believe about it:

Extra Crunches for A Flat Stomach
Extra crunches don’t lead to tight abs. The truth is that everyone has ab muscles. They just stay hidden underneath a thick layer of fat on the stomach. If you want a toned look, you need to focus on burning the layer of fat that may be covering your belly. The key is to not obsess about crunches, but focus on burning fat.

Starve Yourself to get A Flat Stomach

At times, you may think that starving yourself is the only way to lose weight and get a flat stomach. Starving yourself is not only ineffective, but also dangerous for your overall well-being. You may think that severe calorie reduction may lead to better and quick results. It is important to understand that the human body is complex. As a result, starving yourself may disrupt your body’s metabolism. This will only slow down results. It is important not to starve yourself, but eat wholesome meals after short intervals of time. Eating less may be the key to weight loss, but starving yourself is not.

Study Reveals High Heels are Actually Hurting You!

Let's all face it, we all have a love-hate relationship with our high heels. The good news is, we aren't alone! In a recent study conducted by the College of Podiatry in the UK, nine in ten in the UK women suffer from foot conditions (nearly 20 million) as a result of high heels. Almost half of these women admit to wearing shoes that are uncomfortable all for the love of fashion!

According to the study, the higher the heel, the greater the pressure (aka pain). The bad news is, heels are getting higher! The average high heel is six inches high, which has nearly doubled since the 1970's. Shoe designer Christian Louboutin, known for his iconic red soles boasts to having heels over 7 inches.

Did you know that the foot makes up a quarter of all the bones in the human body? Each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments and 19 muscles according to the study. All these bones can mean only one thing ... painful feet! Women are apparently willing to suffer, with 20% of respondents reporting acute pain after a mere 10 minutes in heels.

Longer legs, a more elegant silhouette, and a walk exuding sex appeal. When you slip into a pair of towering heels, something magic happens to your self-confidence.

But most of us could cry with relief when we kick them off at the end of a long day. 

So it comes as no surprise to learn about the damage they do. 

Latest figures from the College of Podiatry show nine in ten UK women suffer from foot problems at some point (around 20  million), with almost half admitting to wearing shoes that are uncomfortable... for the sake of fashion.

A survey of UK podiatrists revealed that unsuitable footwear is the leading cause of foot problems they see in their patients. 

And according to our gruesome graphic, high heels can affect everything from your back to your battered toes.

Andrea Sott, a consultant orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon at St Anthony's Hospital in Surrey, says: 'Damage caused by wearing heels can be permanent. 

Prevention and early treatment of problems are key to preventing painful and potentially long term damage. At this time of year, for example, women tend to wear shoes without tights or socks so they need to be particularly careful of the potential damage that can result from the friction of the shoe or sandal against the bare foot.

Shopping tips

Ms Daniels added that Irish women also need to spend more time choosing their shoes. She suggests the following tips for women to follow when purchasing shoes:

* Go shopping in the afternoon so that your shoes will be comfortable after using your feet.

* Buy natural material leather or cork soles and leather uppers.

* Examine any stitching on the inside of the shoe and identify where it will touch your foot as this may cause friction, especially if you wear the shoes with bare feet

* Look at the shape of your feet; Have you a narrow or broad foot? Is your foot triangular broad at the front and narrow at the back? An ankle strap in this case will help keep your shoe on.

* Buy shoes that are the correct size for your feet. Too big and you will get friction, and too small and you’ll get pressure

* Always walk up and down the shop three or four times and think about how your feet feel in the shoes you are trying on.