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Right then, here’s my opinion on Britney’s guest performance on The X Factor last night. She was SHIT. Imagine coming on to the show and miming when the whole point of the programme is to show off your talents to maximum effect! I was mortified for her, I really was.

The only difference between that last night, and her disastrous performance at the VMA’s last year was one thing. Strutting. She strutted about the stage last night, proving to us all that the only thing she can do beter than last year is walk in a straight line in a determined manner.

See her ‘new look’? It’s a poor man’s Madonna look. Here’s the proof on Perez Hilton, photo taken at her performance in Germany a few days ago -

Now, I know she didn’t have that daft wee top hat on last night, but the rest - same look. Which leads me on to the most important point I have about Britney. Surely she can afford proper hair extensions? Every time I see her now, my first task is to examine her hair so that I can see where her real hair stops and her rats tails hair extensions start. It usually takes me about 2 seconds. Then that’s all I can think about. It’s like a wee challenge I give myself - see how much her hair has grown back in. Check her out below, they are shockingly bad - 

Oh, and when Dermot spoke to her she churned out the same answers she always does. I don’t think she even knew she was on The X Factor. Apparently she didn’t even watch the show. I bet they’ve got her medicted to within an inch of her life!

What do you use your fingertips for?

There are a lot of things that you do with your fingertips. You use them when typing something on your keyboard. You use them to play the piano. You use them when plucking the strings of your guitar, creating those chords, and strumming a melody. You use them when turning on or off any button of your appliances. You use them when you try to check if the water is too warm or too cold.

These are just a few of what you do with your fingertips. And yet did you know that your fingertips would also be able to have health and beauty with your fingertips? Now that may be something new to you if you still have not met the gadget Fuzuoku 9000.

What is the Fuzuoku 9000, you may ask. Well, this is a gadget that is going to keep you healthy and in the process keep your youthful beauty. See, it is a gadget that is put on your fingertips that helps you massage your tired or stressed muscles. You may think of the Fuzuoku 9000 as a small gadget but it is going to be the massager of your choice. See, it is easy to use and you can bring it with you without you having to fuss about anything bulky.

Despite the Fuzuoku 9000 being a small gadget that is offered at Gadget Epoint, you can see that this one is a powerful one. It can create 9000 vibrations in a minute so imagine the comfort that it would give you. Just place it on your fingertips and you can start pressing them to whatever part of your body is aching. Instant relief is what this health and beauty product is going to give you. There is now no need for you to call on a massage therapist.

Applying the nail care tips below will help you maintain your fingernails in prime condition.

As our fingernails are so noticeable and convey a message about us to everyone we meet, it is essential we take just a little time and educate ourselves on how to care for them well.

What follows is a list of nail care tips divided into do’s and don’ts:

Nail Care Tips: The DO’S

DO drink plenty of water each day. It’s good for your general health and a well hydrated body contributes to healthy nails. Cracked nails may indicate the need for greater fluid intake.

DO apply varnish remover before applying nail polish. This removes any grease on the surface of the nail and gives extra life to the nail polish, so make sure you do this regardless of whether there is old polish on your nails or not.

DO take vitamin supplements unless your doctor advises otherwise due to other health considerations. Vitamins A, C, E, and B12 are especially important. Additionally, calcium, zinc, iron, protein, and folic acid will help avoid white marks appearing on the nails and prevent nails from becoming brittle. Research the foods you need to provide you with these essential vitamins and supplements.

DO use a good quality buffer preferably once a week, no more than twice a week. Be sure not to buff too vigorously and not for too long to avoid damaging the nail. Just a brief gentle buff before applying nail polish can help prevent the polish from peeling due to a rough or uneven surface on the nail.

DO use a soft nail file rather than an emery board. Emery boards can be too rough and damage the nail easily unless used with great care. Better to use a soft cushion nail file and wash it regularly for repeated use. It almost goes without saying, metal nail files are a definite NO NO!

DO wear protective gloves when doing any work that requires the hands to be submerged in water or come in contact with chemicals. Preferably use gloves with a cotton lining so they remain dry inside. Fungus loves a moist environment.

DO give attention to the cuticles regularly, using a moisturizing cream often to avoid the cuticles from drying out. Overgrown and ungroomed cuticles can adversely affect nail growth.

Nail Care Tips: The DON’TS

DON’T file backwards and forwards as this can cause splits in the nails which become even worse if water penetrates after hand washing. Rather use a gentle one way stroking action with the file along with a little patience.

DON’T file the corners of the nail as this can weaken them and make them more susceptible to breaking. File straight across in a way that produces a soft, oval shape. Pointed nails break easily.

DON’T file nails when they are wet. Make sure they are completely dry.

DON’T use varnish remover and reapply nail polish more than once or twice a week. Preferably select a varnish remover that contains moisturizers to avoid the nails drying out.

DON’T use your nails to scratch hard surfaces, pick at an object, remove staples, or serve as a digging tool. Just take a minute to get a proper tool for the job and avoid sacrificing your nails!

DON’T over manicure the cuticles as this can damage them causing them to thicken and overgrow.

DON’T ever cut the cuticles or use metal or sharp objects to push them back. Purchase the proper tool for the job, an Orange Stick. Hold it at an angle and gently push the cuticles back without damaging them. Using a cuticle remover first will help make the job easier and avoid damaging this sensitive skin.

After a nail care session, conduct a little test. To see how smooth your nails really are run them down an old pair of tights or pantyhose. Any snags will help you locate the nail that needs further attention.

The nail care tips listed above require some time and effort and perhaps initially a small investment to obtain the necessary professional tools. However, once you have them and get into a nail care routine, the benefits will make it all worthwhile.

“The speed of hair growth is roughly 1.25 centimeters or 0.5 inches per month, being about 15 centimeters or 6 inches per year. With age the speed of hairgrowth might slow down to as little as 0.25 cm or 0.1 inch a month.”

- www.hairfinder.com

That’s an awful long time to wait to change your look. The alternative is simple. Hair extensions. With extensions you can instantly transform the length, style, and color of your hair. Hair extensions have come a long way and are now wildly popular with millions of women around the world. With so many different options, however, it can be difficult to find the right extensions for you. We’ve created this post to help you better understand these options so you can save yourself time and money by making the right choice the first time around.

What are hair extensions made of?

Hair extensions can be made from a variety of materials. They can be 100% human hair or 100% synthetic. Some extensions are made with a combination of the two.

Human hair is usually graded on its ethnic origin. “Virgin” hair is unprocessed hair. The best suppliers of this variety are from Asian countries, China and India usually. Another variety is “Remy” hair, which usually comes from European countries. Remy hair still has the cuticle in tact and running in a single direction. This prevents tangling and gives the hair a more natural look and feel. Many consider Remy hair to be a premium variety and so it tends to be expensive. An advantage to human hair is that you can treat it the way you would your own, natural hair. This allows for greater flexibility in style as it can be heated, and curled without worry

Synthetic hair is made of synthetic fibers and is usually cheaper than human hair. Because of the variety of materials used to make these extensions, their quality can vary greatly. Some synthetic extensions look and feel as great as some of the premium varieties. You may want to check with the manufacturer before you try curling or straightening it.

How are hair extensions applied and removed?

Hair extensions have recently received a lot of bad press. The antiquated method of attachment uses a glue (hard bond). These bonds worked well except when removing the extensions, the chemicals would ruin the hair by making it limp, eventually causing hair breakage. Some people are sensitive to the glue used and have reported that it can burn. This method also requires a certain level of commitment. It takes a long time to apply extensions in this fashion and once they’re glued in, well… they’re glued in.

The current hair extensions in the “At home” market are clip on ponytail attachments, weft line attachments which need to be sewn into the hair, wigs and half wigs. These are popular due to the inexpensive costs related to the hair extensions. These types of hair extensions do not look as good as single strand systems and they have been known to fall out unexpectedly. The clips usually have tiny sharp metal teeth that cling to the hair, sometimes ripping it when you take them out.

Recently, a company called Quick Lengths has come up with a revolutionary, new application system that needs no glues or crimping. They have developed what they call the “quick link” which is a pressure lock system that can be applied or removed in seconds without damage… even at home. Traditional hair extensions do not allow a single strand hair extension to be moved after being applied. Quick Lengths‘ system allows a person to move the hair extensions in, out, and around their head to achieve the desired length, body, fullness, and/or highlights. They offer “do it yourself” kits with premium varieties in natural hair colors as well as synthetic, fun colors on their sister site, Spirit Strands.

Their youtube video does a good job of explaining the product.

In a long weave on the Real Housewives of Atlanta reunion show

My sister is a cellist and has recently got involved in a gig that requires her to dress as an Edwardian lady.  Problem:  What to do with her hair? She doesn’t have the waist-length hair that our grandmother and great-grandmothers had to play around with. Most fashionable Edwardian women used their voluminous tresses to do complex updos:  But most modern women only have hair that touches their shoulders a best, and so it is necessary to come up with an alternate solution.  

For those of you who don’t want to wear a wig or go to the trouble of using hair extensions, here are some simple things you can do with your hair to give it that old-fashioned look.

1. If your hair is doesn’t actually touch your shoulders, you will need to grow it out. Try to achieve a length that is at least one inch past your shoulders.

2. For those of you with thick luxuriant tresses that stand up to any kind of treatment, you can skip this part.  However, if you have hard-to-manage silky hair read on.  For this body-challenged hair, there are a couple of things you need to do BEFORE you attempt to style it:

a. After washing and drying it, bend from the waist so that your hair flops towards the floor.  Brush it out by brushing down towards the floor until all the tangles have disappeared.

b. Then straighten and flip the hair up to its usual position, brushing UP to keep the body.

c. If the hair is bone dry by this point, stick your hand under the faucet and gently wet your hair. In this fashion, your hairstyle will not only make you look ladylike, but will also provide you with curly tresses when you take the jaw out!

3. To style, first make your hair into a low ponytail, one that starts from the nape of your neck.

4. Roll the hair into a cushion, but rolling the ends of the hair UNDERNEATH.

5. Check to be sure that you have all the hair in the cushion, then secure with a jaw.

6. Check in the mirror to be sure that your hair neatly covers the back part of your head.  

7. If there are any unsightly parts, take a comb and hand mirror, and stand with your back to your vanity mirror so that you can see the unsightly part.  Use the comb to gently neaten your hair so that any unsightly part is covered and your hair has a finished look from the back.  (Of course, 100 years ago, a lady’s maid would have done this job for you.  If you can’t get it right, then don’t be shy about asking someone to help you.)

8. Voila!  

9. If you don’t want to spend a fortune replacing lost barrettes and hair combs, you are better off with a jaw.  I use jaws because if I don’t get something that actually clamps my hair with a really forceful grip, it will fall out.  That is why I don’t use barrettes, hair combs, cascades or anything like that. I like FrenchLuxe jaws because you can get them in tortoiseshell and other pretty colors.  For the website, click here:

10. Good luck, and please send me your pictures!

Top image is taken from a website called In Timely Fashion.  It gives excellent instructions for doing Edwardian hairstyles.  However, all the model have very long hair.  

Bottom picture (above) shows author wearing hairstyle that looks Edwardian by means of a jaw. Happy Thanksgiving everybody!

–Cynthia Haggard writes short stories, novels and poetry.  During the day, she is a medical writer and owns her own business.  For more on her creative writing, go to spunstories.  For more about her medical writing services, go to clarifyingconcepts.  (c) 2008. All rights reserved.

Usually we take care of our facial skin but many of us neglect the rest of the body due to which the skin tends to become dull and lifeless. Pay some attention to your skin from head to toe and make it glow with a little care.

You can start by exfoliating at least twice a week in the shower with special brush and an exfoliating body gel. This will remove all the dead skin. Move the brush in circular motions all over your body for about ten minutes. Concentrate on the rough spots like elbows and knees. Apply a moisturizing body cream after showering. Use body lotion every day and you will notice, even in harsh winter conditions your skin will remain soft and smooth.

Take good care of your skin and it will glow. To get professional treatment for your skin and hair care needs visit Shangri-La Lotus which is a full service Spa & Beauty Salon dedicated to the pursuit of customer friendly, efficient and professional service. Use their services for all your skin care needs as they specialize in European facials and use Jan Marini beauty products for skin care. They also specialize in Hair Styling, Hair Extensions, Japanese Straightening and Perm. Their services also include Spa Reflexology Pedicure, Air brush makeup and bridal makeup, Brazilian waxing and bikini waxing. They offer fabulous discounts too on their services. Check their website http://www.jennysbeauty.com for more information.