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Thursday, May 3, 2012

My maternity photos!

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Perfect your complexion in five simple steps by Isabella

The following post was provided by CosmeticSurgeryGuru.com

Isabella has been beauty blogging since she was a student at University, writing for cosmeticsurgeryguru.com she now takes an interest in all cosmetic surgery procedures from surgical to non-surgical.

Perfect your complexion in five simple steps

If winter’s taken its toll on your skin, it’s time to revamp your complexion. Combat blackheads, fine lines and zits for good and dramatically improve your appearance – here’s how.

Try out IPL Laser

IPL laser is a non-surgical procedure that can leave you looking younger, brighter and more attractive. It uses Intense Pulsed Light technology to penetrate tissue and can successfully treat acne, rosacea, sun-damage, wrinkles, broken capillaries, age spots, blemishes, birthmarks and port wine strains. Dramatic results can usually be seen after a short period of time and the whole process is pretty hassle-free. So if you’re suffering from any of the above, why not check this treatment out?

Give Botox a go

If you hate the wrinkles around your nose, eyes and mouth – find out more about Botox. This treatment targets lines and wrinkles and is available at many reputable clinics. A special protein formula is injected into your problem areas and will encourage the muscles of your face to relax. Results last for several months, although a course of treatments is usually recommended for maximum effect.

Exfoliate

Exfoliating is an ancient beauty technique that can improve your skin significantly. Simply rub an exfoliating gel over your body and wash the bubbles away with lukewarm water. The small abrasives in the cream will get rid of dead skin cell and should remove the grease and grime from your pores. Rubbing your skin in a circular motion will also increase circulation leaving you with a radiant glow – what could be better? If your complexion needs something a little extra, book a course of microdermabrasion or check in for a chemical peel.

Make a natural face pack

Learn how to make a natural face pack and feel your best in no time. Simply knock up your own concoctions and make the most of natural ingredients. One of the best recipes out there involves mashing up one banana and adding a handful of oats. Spread this onto your face before washing it off with warm water (using small circular movements). The banana will soften your skin and the oats will act as a natural exfoliate – hey presto!

Exercise

Believe it or not, a good workout can do wonders for your complexion. Impurities are purged from your skin when you sweat – so it’s good to hit the treadmill. Enjoy a decent aerobics session several times a week and you should notice a big difference in no time. You’ll also tone up (if you work hard enough) and will look even better come summer. If you really hate exercising in front of others, buy a fitness DVD and work out in the comfort of your own home – there really is no time for excuses.

Summer’s just around the corner, so improve the way you look today. Pamper and preen before the warmer months arrive and look sensational throughout the whole of 2012.

the whole of 2012.

Friday, April 13, 2012

Day in the Life

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Megan Fox Plastic Surgery Rumors (Guest Post)

Long have rumors been circulating about the supposed plastic surgery the sultry sex goddess Megan Fox had. Fox, who rose to fame with the Transformers franchise where she played Shia Labeouf’s love interest, is known for her perfect face, sultry lips and a body to die for. However, recent images taken of her, especially pictures soon after she rose to fame, show drastic changes in her face and even her body which led others to speculate that Megan Fox could be developing a nasty and probably destructive penchant for plastic surgery. You can get more plastic surgery information at YourGuidetoPlasticSurgery.com

Megan Fox Plastic Surgery Rumors

The speculations around the plastic surgery rumors revolve around Fox’s face, especially her lips. Photos of the actor when she was younger reveal a fresher face, thinner upper lip, and a wider bridge on her nose. Current photos show Fox sporting a plumper pout and a more chiseled, narrower bridge on her nose. Her chin also seems to have undergone a transformation, from a square jaw line to one that is curvier and narrower. Her cheekbones also seem to have undergone a transformation. They have become rounder and more defined which has given her face an older, more mature look. According to the rumor mill, the drastic changes on her face could be due to cheek and lip implants. These changes were especially very evident during the Jonah Hex premiere where she was seen with a well defined narrower nose, higher and fuller cheek bones, and a more defined jaw line which according to some, is the result of jaw contouring surgery. Some surgeons do agree that that way her cheeks and lips look, it is very likely that she has had fillers injected into her puckers, and possibly implants like Restylane injected to enhance her cheeks.

Botox Rumors

There have also been speculations about the actor getting Botox injections, rumors that she tried to quell by posting photos of herself online showing her moving her brows. However, other people are saying that the photos only prove that she did not have the injections at that moment, and did not mean that Fox did not have Botox injections in the past. It is helpful to note that the effects of Botox injections, including the partial paralysis of the facial muscles, last only as long as 6 months, after which you can start moving your facial muscles again. However, there have been Hollywood surgeons who went on record on their observations about how she looked. One surgeon agreed that looking at before and after pictures, it would appear the Fox has had Botox injections, and lots of it, especially around the eyes and the eyebrows. This could probably explain those pictures where Fox looked like a wax mannequin. Others go on to point out that the frown lines she generated for the photo were Photoshopped, and that there was no way for a normal person to generate the same kind of frown lines she had on the photo.

Breast Implant Rumors

Photos of Fox have circulated sporting a heavier chest, which led the rumor mill to go into hyperactive drive with speculations of her having undergone breast augmentation. Photos of Fox in the past do show her sporting a rather flat chest. Those who wish to disprove the rumors are quick to point out that Fox’s body weight changes drastically from time to time, which could explain the apparent variations in cup size. Other women are saying that the apparent increase in cleavage is because she could be wearing a push up bra. No matter what the reason for the changes in cup size is, a lot of people are saying that Megan Fox’s chest looked way better before she got the suspected boob job. Click here to read more about breast implants on YourGuidetoPlasticSurgery.com

Did She or Didn’t She?

It is hard to be sure. No one is coming out with real evidence to show whether the actor has gone under the knife. Fox herself has been vocally denying the rumors, as evidenced by the Botox photos she took and uploaded online. However, many people are not buying her denials, since the before and after photos show drastic changes in how she looked prior to movies like Jennifer’s Body and Transformers. Even as Megan Fox continues to deny the rumors, there are no signs that the speculations will go away anytime soon. However, Fox has done a number of things to quiet the rumors down a bit. For example, she opted for a softer, more natural look while in a red carpet event last April 2011, which was a drastic departure from her vixen look during the Jonah Hex premier, where she sported a sultry red dress, wavy hair and bright red lips. Luckily, Botox and fillers are reabsorbed back into the body after a couple of months, which means that she could regain the fresh-faced yet sexy look that made her so popular in the past.