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Joy Lorraine Cosmetics will introduce the expansion of its makeup collection with color cosmetics in sophisticated modern onyx cases, packaged in spiral-wound black paper tubes and boxes to attract customer’s attention. We invite you to join us at the International Esthetics Cosmetics & Spa Conference, held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City on April 26-28, 2009. Visit us at Booth 553 and experience our quality cosmetics designed to enhance the beauty of ethnic women everywhere.
The Company will showcase Luxurious Lipstick in 11 shades that are richly pigmented, rich in emollients and add sensuous shine to protect lips; Collage Perfecting Powder in four shades with light diffusing holographic pigments that blend together for bronzing, highlighting, and evening out skin tones, for a soft and youthful glow; Perfecting Pressed Powder in four shades with an oil-free, and fragrance-free formulation designed to absorb shine, for a natural and flawless finish; Cremeblend SPF 18 Foundation in five shades formulated as a creamy, blendable compact foundation with UVA/UVB protection that provides full coverage with a velvety feel; Stick Foundation SPF 18 in five shades formulated as a velvety crème to powder foundation in a stick that provides medium to full coverage; Ultimate Brush-On Concealer with a wand applicator offered in four shades formulated to provide precise application to conceal dark, under eye circles with soft, smooth and even coverage; Signature Quad eyeshadows in a 4-well compact offered in four shades formulated with Vitamins A & E to condition and protect eyelids, featuring a selection of pearl, shimmer, iridescent and metallic textures in one convenient, portable palette to define eyes, and create an individualized look; Smudge-Proof Gel Eyeliner in a glass jar offered in 9 shades featuring highly pigmented, waterproof, long-wearing formulation that glides on easily.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics was created by a woman of color for women of color to service the growing need of ethnic women who are dissatisfied with makeup that does not flatter their rich, ethnic skin tones. Women of all ethnicity and cultural backgrounds should celebrate their heritage. However, ethnic women with deep dark skin tones who want to wear makeup, often find themselves frustrated because they cannot find the right shade of foundation or powder in major department stores to enhance their complexion.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics was created to bridge the gap for ethnic women with dark skin tones, who may have felt left out, or felt that she was not beautiful enough for products to be made to enhance her natural beauty. Our diverse makeup shades are offered to enhance the beauty of women with ebony skin tones, as well as the in-between hues that represent the multi-cultural background of ethnic women.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics full line of quality foundations, powders, blushes, eye shadows, lipsticks, lip glosses, and mascaras complements the richness of women with an ethnic heritage, and fills a huge gap for today’s women of African, Asian, Hispanic and Indian descent.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics seek partnership opportunities with retailers and distributors to help bring to market quality makeup products to enhance the beauty of A Woman of Color.
For More information please visit: joylorrainecosmetics.com.
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While moisturizers and make-up, facial peels and Botox can make our skin look beautiful and young, sometimes the external skin discolorations, blemishes, blotches or other unsightly marks we seek to remove are actually signs of an underlying internal disease. And your dermatologist may be the critical first line of defense against serious illness such as cancer, lupus, high cholesterol, pulmonary and cardiac disease, among others.
“While many patients come to our offices searching for ways to look and feel more beautiful by removing or reducing unsightly skin lesions or discolorations, some of those marks may actually be a sign of an internal disease or illness,” says Joshua Fox, MD, a leading dermatologist, founder of Advanced Dermatology and a spokesperson for the American Academy of Dermatology. It turns out that in scheduling regular visits with their dermatologist patients’ are actually taking an important first step in managing their overall health. Dermatologists will recognize which skin marks can be resolved with cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or cosmetic surgeries and which require a visit to a primary physician or specialist who can treat the underlying causes.
Dr. Fox cited 12 examples of dermatological problems that may be the first signs of internal disease.
1. Xanthelasma, or flat, yellowish plaque on the outside of the eyelid, usually close to the nose. These non-cancerous blemishes are composed of fatty material and typically appear after age 40. One-third of patients with xanthelasma, which occurs twice as often in women as in men, have an elevated serum cholesterol level. When they appear in teenagers and young adults, xanthelasmas are almost always a warning sign of high cholesterol levels.
2. Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), or purplish rash on the stomach. This rash may signal blood cancer or lymphoma. It is not known what triggers TTP, but some factors that may play a role include pregnancy, cancer, HIV, infection and lupus.
3. Scaling skin, or loss of the outer layer of epidermis in large, scale-like flakes. This condition may be caused by illnesses including hypoparathyroidism (decreased function of the parathyroid glands); ringworm (a fungal skin infection); psoriasis (a chronic skin condition caused by an overactive immune system); Kawasaki disease (an uncommon childhood illness that causes inflammation of the blood vessels), and toxic shock syndrome (a rare, often life-threatening illness, that develops suddenly after an infection and can rapidly affect several organ systems, including the lungs, kidneys and liver).
4. Severe psoriasis. A five-year study at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden found genetic links between psoriasis, the systemic skin disease, and heart disease. The study showed that people, especially those under 40, with severe psoriasis are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease and death because they have higher than average blood cholesterol levels.
5. Follicular plugging, or inactive hair follicles. Particularly when found in the ears, this symptom can be a sign of lupus, an autoimmune disease that occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing inflammation, swelling, pain and damage.
6. Raynaud’s phenomenon, or cold hands and extremities. In this condition, the blood vessels in the fingers or toes tighten, severely limiting the flow of blood to the skin and resulting in the feeling of cold hands or feet. While most cases of Raynaud’s phenomenon have no known cause, some people may develop Raynaud’s as a result of a disease such as lupus, scleroderma, atherosclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis.
7. Cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, some cancers (besides skin cancer, or melanoma) can cause skin symptoms or signs that can be seen. These include: darker looking skin (hyperpigmentation), yellowish skin and eyes (jaundice), reddened skin (erythema), itching and excessive hair growth. In fact, skin changes may be the first sign of an internal malignancy. These signs of skin disease may appear before, with or after the detection of an associated cancer. In a patient whose cancer is in remission, these skin changes may be the first sign of the cancer recurring.
8. Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin. Jaundice is a key sign of chronic liver disease.
9. Pruritis, or intense itching, along with dry skin and changes in skin color. These symptoms may be a sign of kidney or liver disease.
10. Pale or flesh-colored lesions on the backs of the fingers or hands; vitiligo, or depigmentation of the skin; or dull, red oval papules with small blisters. These skin marks may signal diabetes.
11. Painful erythematous (red skin) on the face, extremities and body. These symptoms, often combined with fever, malaise, arthralgias, myalgias and conjunctivitis in middle-aged women, may be a sign of Sweet’s Syndrome, or acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, Sweet’s syndrome can occur with inflammatory bowel disease, bowel bypass syndrome and pregnancy.
12. Unusual freckling, especially in children. Children who develop unusual freckling, or light brown “café au lait” spots on the skin, measuring more than 5 millimeters in diameter, may be at risk for neurofibromatoses, a group of three disorders of the nervous system that cause tumors to grow around the nerves. The freckling can appear in adolescents and adults, as well, but are larger, measuring more than 15 millimeters across. Tumors begin in the cells of the thin membrane that envelops and protects nerve fibers, and often spread into nearby areas. The type of tumor that develops depends on its location in the body and the kind of cells involved. The most common tumors are neurofibromas, which develop in the tissue surrounding peripheral nerves. Most tumors are not malignant, but they may become cancerous over time.
“These are just a few of the internal diseases that may present initially via the skin,” Dr. Fox says. “The skin is our largest and most visible organ. By examining your skin regularly, keeping track of changes to the skin and including a dermatologist in your regular schedule of physician check ups, you will be taking an important first step toward ensuring your overall health.”
Bio: Joshua L. Fox, M.D. is a leading authority in the field of dermatology with an expertise in skin cancer, cosmetic surgery, and laser procedures. As an official spokesperson for the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Dr. Fox has been an expert resource on dermatologic topics for numerous television networks including ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, including local broadcasting television spotlights, Telemundo, talk shows, radio stations, newspapers and magazines. Dr. Fox has served on the board of the National Rosacea Foundation and has done clinical trials in both medical and laser therapy in Rosacea. He has received multiple research and clinical awards including recognition from Top Doctors, Who’s Who, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology, Community Service Award from the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the prestigious Husic Award as well as certificates of recognition for service from multiple hospitals, civic, educational and community organizations. Dr. Fox has authored and presented papers of his research on lasers, cosmetic procedures, stretch marks, scars, skin cancer, bug bites, photosensitivity and various rashes.
As founder and director of Advanced Dermatology and The Center for Laser and Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Fox and his associates have expanded the practice into one of the largest in dermatology, laser & cosmetic surgery with more lasers than any hospital or university center on the eastern coast. Dr. Fox is a graduate of the New York University Medical Center -Skin and Cancer and has been on the advisory board of the Psoriasis Foundation and National Rosacea Foundation among others. He has also been a fellow of many societies including the International Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology, and the Society for Investigative Dermatology. Dr. Fox is the founder of the AAD Melanoma/Skin Cancer Prevention Program in Queens, New York since 1987. Dr. Fox has been Chief of Dermatology of several major teaching hospitals including Mt. Sinai Hospital of Queens and Jamaica Medical Center and is currently on the staff of ten NY area hospitals. Dr. Fox and Advanced Dermatology the Center for Laser & Cosmetic Surgery have been used as a resource center educating dermatologists, laser surgeons, & cosmetic surgeons and others about lasers, cancer and cosmetic surgery and has one of the few Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship programs in the country. Dr. Fox is also the founder of the non-profit New Age Skin Research Foundation which participates and provides many research activities on unique issues of the skin and their causes or cures.
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The summer is the perfect time for light, cool, refreshing meals. A raw soup, which is completely uncooked, is extraordinarily nutritious and easy to make in your blender. It’s very important to include raw vegetables in your daily diet as they still have all of their natural enzymes and nutrients intact. Heating destroys some of these compounds. I also urge you to buy organic when you can. Your exposure to pesticides will be much greater if you’re eating a lot of non-organic produce.
This is what I call a Creamy Asparagus Soup, but there’s much more than asparagus in here. I don’t follow a specific recipe to make a raw soup; instead I include a wealth of raw vegetables, fresh herbs, and taste it along the way. Here’s a basic outline of what to include.
Template for Raw Soups
- Raw vegetables. I always include a leafy green like kale or swiss chard. After that, try zucchini, cucumber, asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, or any other raw vegetable. This should be the base of your soup.
- Flavor enhancer. Raw onions and raw garlic both add delicious flavor to soup, but remember that they are much stronger when raw than cooked. Both onions and garlic have powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
- Fresh herbs. Fresh herbs have medicinal properties and will give your soup a distinct flavor. I like basil or cilantro; experiment with your favorite herbs. I would stick to no more than two, or else your soup’s flavor may be too complex.
- Lemon juice. Lemon juice is extremely alkalizing to the body and adds a subtle tang to your soup. Don’t buy bottled lemon juice; buy lemons and squeeze the juice yourself.
- Cream. Okay, not cream exactly, but something that will make your soup creamy. Avocados are a great alkalizing nutrient source and will make your soup creamy. I also like to add raw cashews to make the soup creamier and slightly sweeter. Experiment with other raw nuts and seeds, too.
- Sea Salt and Pepper. A little sea salt is definitely necessary to make your soup palatable. Regular iodized table salt is heavily processed, so opt for sea salt instead. Crushed black pepper adds a nice addition, as does cayenne pepper if you like your soup spicy.
- Water. You need a little liquid to get your soup to the desired consistency. How thick you want your soup is totally up to you. I like a thick, creamy soup.
Some Tips:
1. I use my Vita-Mix, an extremely high-powered blender, to make my soups. The Vita-Mix has no trouble liquifying whole vegetables. If your blender is not so strong, make sure to chop your vegetables into smaller pieces and add enough water. You also may need to process your soup in small batches.
2. Don’t forget to test your soup after adding all the ingredients. See if it’s a good texture, creamy enough, flavorful enough, etc. When making a raw soup, you can keep adding more of a certain ingredient until you’re totally satisfied with the result.
3. The soup keeps well in the fridge for about a week. It may keep longer, but mine have never lasted that long! Just be aware that the soup will thicken slightly after sitting in the fridge.
Try the recipe out, and let me know some of your favorite combinations of ingredients!
-Emily
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One person can make a difference.
I have been following a fascinating series of events in a true story about a lawyer, a university and a book.
In a nutshell, Washington State University in Pullman, WA canceled a program requiring all freshman to read Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma.
“Earlier this month, the university announced that it was canceling a program requiring all incoming freshmen to read Mr. Pollan’s book, which links the agriculture industry to obesity, food poisoning and environmental damage.” -The New York Times, May 28, 2009
Administrators said one thing about why they canceled the program-but students and faculty said another. An interesting aspect of the story is that “…others said the book was dropped because it attacks one of the university’s bases, Big Agriculture…”
The question is whether or not WSU dropped the program for political reasons or financial reasons.
Read more about the story in the New York Times article, linked above, or by looking at the Marler Blog where I learned the most about this issue because the man writing about it is the lawyer who offered to pay the difference to his alma mater for the program that would otherwise have been cut:
“Meanwhile, Mr. Marler posted a message on his blog about the episode, offering to underwrite the program’s cost: ‘I have my checkbook ready.’” (NYTimes)
Why I care is because The Omnivore’s Dilemma is a powerful, well-documented/researched educational tool for anyone who has the slightest interest in food, politics and agribusiness. Pollan discusses, researches, travels and uncovers truths behind the otherwise little-known world of agribusiness and how it relates to the food on our plate.
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More human-to-pig flu transmission seen likely.
More cases of humans transmitting the Swine Flu story H1N1 Flu strain to pigs are likely to occur, but will not be a major concern as swine are not severely affected by the virus, the World Organization for Animal Health said Wednesday.
Canadian health officials said on May 2 a herd of swine in the western province of Alberta had caught the virus from a carpenter who had traveled to Mexico, the epicenter of the swine flu story H1N1 flu outbreak that has spread to 46 countries.
It is the only reported case of the virus being transmitted from a human to a pig in the world. “We would not be surprised if we have other cases like this in other countries,” OIE Director General Bernard Vallat told a news conference at the organization’s general assembly in Paris.
“But it is not a problem because we know pigs are not a big player in the epidemiological spread of the disease.”
The new swine flu story H1N1 virus has so far infected nearly 13,000 people and killed 92 around the globe, according to the World Health Organization.
Vallat reiterated flu viruses easily circulate between species, especially when strains are mixed. The new swine flu story H1N1 virus, popularly known as “swine flu,” has human, bird as well as pig origins.
The OIE, an intergovernmental organization of 174 member states, has often stressed there was no proof so far of transmission from pig to human. It was among the biggest opponents against the strain being called “swine flu.”
The World Health Organization has also ruled out any risk of infection from consuming pork, saying the swine flu story.H1N1 flu had not been shown to be transmissible to people through eating properly handled and prepared pork, or other products derived from pigs.
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The simple fact is that sagging skin and wrinkles are caused by the exact same thing; Age.
The damage that builds up over our lifetimes from the sun, harsh chemicals and stress, when combined with the natural aging process, is more than our poor skin can take. Eventually, it starts to sag, develop wrinkles and other signs of age.
So what do we do about it? We put more chemicals onto our skin trying to hide the damage that has been done.
ResereveAge Organics offers another solution though. Instead of simply trying to hide the damage with temporary creams and powers, why not repair the damage at a cellular level.
They have recently introduced a new supplement called “Collagen Booster.” This supplement made from BioCell Collagen II, Hyaluronic acid and Certified Organic Grape Resveratrol actually works deep within your skin to slow and reverse the ravages of age.
Collagen makes up the most integral fabric of our skin and as we age our natural collagen production declines, weakening the fabric and leaving our skin lackluster and flaccid. Collagen supplements may actually act to replenish the fabric of the skin, encouraging new cellular growth to fill in lines, improve complexion and restore the glow of youth.
Resveratrol is an equally exciting component. Not only is it a powerful antioxidant, which protects from some cancers and mutations, but Trans-Resveratrol is the only antioxidant clinically proven to activate the SIRT1 “Longevity Gene.” This gene actually encourages cells to repair themselves, something that declines with age. This process leads to healthy, stronger and longer lived cells.
Resveratrol and Trans-Resveratrol are naturally occurring active polyphenols found primarily in red grapes and Japanese Knotweed. They have been scientifically proven to activate cell production; fostering cellular rejuvenation and increasing longevity.
Organically grown foods are healthier than their non-organic counterparts. Eating/taking organically grown foods and supplements saves our bodies from having to expend vital energy to digest and process the harmful chemical additives commonly found in non-organic ingredients. Moreover, not all of these harmful additives are eliminated from our body—some stay in our vital organs, sapping us further of our essential energy.
Give your skin and body a treat. Visit www.reserveage.com for more information and to learn how to order online or find a store near you.
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