Amy Winehouse Hair: November 2009

Urban Style Hair Color Trends 2010

Urban style seems to be a reference point for fashion trends next year, mainly to make up and hair. Expert American hairstyle, Joakim Roos explained that the upcoming 2010, haircuts will focus on the fringe.

"Pony accent to the eye to focus, so automatically, eye makeup will also stand out," said Joakim at the seminar Trends Make Up & Hair 'Urban Techno', some time ago.

In addition to fringe, many pieces will also play a strong and soft textures presented through layering techniques. The model is made possible so they can sepraktis set for any occasion.

"The model's hair next year will have a definite geometric pieces, lots of texture and shape, and there was a touch of avant garde and tribal," explained the man who worked as a Master Pivot Point International Educator is.

Also affect the urban style of hair coloring. According to him, the combination tone light and dark colors will be favored. However, shocking colors like neon green, fuchsia or yellow will only be applied as a highlight in the coloring is very thin and delicate.

While overall, the main color of hair still refer to the dark shades and natural, like dark brown, mauve, mahogany or burgundy.

"Hollywood next year is how we see fashion and culture, and then combine them so that the mix," explains Joakim.

A Few Pics of our Feast

Here is a shot of our yard in autumn, wet with rain. So, the bottom of the photo shows some of our newly planted blueberry bushes. I hope they make it through the winter.

Here are some pictures of Thanksgiving, at my son's place. His girlfriend did a great job of cooking and hostessing, quite impressive. They're in a different place, and this was the first time I had been to visit them there. Such a beautiful little place they have. I could easily imagine how nice it must be to wake up and have coffee in the kitchen.

Babyzilla didn't make it to the Thanksgiving dinner, she was home sick with her mother. She didn't seem to mind hanging out in her pajamas for a few days. I love this photo of Babyzilla, even though it's a bit blurry, because I think the light around her head looks like a halo.

I'm very excited, because Tuesday is the day I get to decorate the Christmas tree with Babyzilla. It's the only thing that's not done yet, I've been saving it just for her.

Diether Ocampo Covers Reader’s Digest December 2009 Issue

After Michael V. and Manny Pacquiao, another Philippine showbiz celebrity made it to the cover of Reader’s Digest Asia. Yes, Diether "Diet" Ocampo - the founder of KIDS Foundation is on the cover of Reader's Digest Asia December 2009 issue.

Identified in the story as "the Filipino actor and activist," Diet is prolific in his work as the founding president of the K.I.D.S. foundation to help children and puts his philanthropic nature down to the principle of "paying it forward."

"I haven’t forgotten that I come from a poor family," he said in the interview. "This keeps me grounded and grateful for what I have today."

The Reader’s Digest Asia recognizes his efforts and makes him (and others) the cover story of the December issue.

The article My Wish for the New Year explores what celebrities and children want to see for 2010.

Aside from Diet, the magazine also features such other inspirational Asians as Malaysia’s Datin Paduka Sharifah Mazlina, the first Asian woman to trek the Arctic and Antarctic; and Marina Mahathir, columnist, women’s rights activist and blogger; and Singapore’s Dr. William Tan, paraplegic and world record holder for fastest person to complete seven marathons in seven countries. These people share their wishes for the new year.

For the full story, get your copy of the Reader's Digest Asia December 2009 issue available now in magazine stands all over Asia.

Fish oil and healthy skin

Fish oil containing the Omega 3 essential fatty acid EPA helps to prevent wrinkles and can delay the aging process of the skin according to recent research published in the Journal of Lipid Research in 2005. Scientists have also found that fish oil containing EPA can limit the damage to the skin produced by overexposure to the sun and help to reduce the negative effect of UV rays. This has particular relevance when we consider the recent and dramatic rise in cases of skin cancers caused predominantly by exposure to the suns harmful rays.

Essential Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are known to play a critical role in promoting healthy skin. They help to regulate cellular function and maintain elasticity and suppleness in the skin. Consequently, a fatty acid deficiency will show up as skin problems. Most of us do not get enough of the Omega 3 fatty acids in our diet whereas Omega 6 fatty acids are in plentiful supply. Symptoms of Omega 3 fatty acid deficiency include skin problems like eczema, dandruff, dry and flaking skin and poor wound healing.

Three reasons why EPA is so beneficial to the skin?

EPA is known to reduce inflammation by helping the body to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. These are hormone-like substances that are responsible for regulating all the cells in our body.
EPA helps to inhibit the production of androgens, which are hormones that influence the production of sebum in the hair follicle. Excess sebum production can lead to acne and other skin problems.
EPA helps to limit production of Arachidonic acid, which is responsible for pro-inflammatory responses in the body, high levels of which are found in people with inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis.

The Omega 3 fatty acids are ALA, EPA and DHA. Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is found in dark green leafy vegetables and algae. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) can be found in oily fish such as salmon, herring, anchovies, mackerel and Tuna. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can also be found in oily fish. We can convert ALA to EPA and DHA but the conversion is very inefficient and dependent on a number of factors. However, we can convert EPA into DHA if we get enough EPA.

Supplementing with fish oil that contains EPA can alleviate the symptoms of skin disorders such as dry and flaky skin, psoriasis, eczema and acne as well as many other inflammatory skin conditions. However, it is important to choose a fish oil that is high in EPA as DHA has been shown to reduce the effectiveness of EPA.

Fish oil supplements can contain mercury. To be safe take only a pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement.

Rihanna Snack London Photos

Rihanna Snack London Photos

The photos of Rihanna having snack at Ochi Caribbean dated November 28, 2009.

Julia Didone Beach Pics

Julia Didone Beach Pics

The pics of Brazilian TV actress Julia Didone on Pepe beach, in Rio de Janeiro dated November 28, 2009.

Nicole Bahls Gym Pics

Nicole Bahls Gym Pics

The pics of Nicole Bahls at a gym in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro dated November 28, 2009.

Katie Holmes Dizzy Feet Foundation Celebration Pics

Katie Holmes Dizzy Feet Foundation Celebration Pics

The pics of Katie Holmes at the Dizzy Feet Foundation's Inaugural Celebration of Dance held at the Kodak Theatre, Hollywood, CA dated November 29, 2009.

Cameron Diaz On Set Of 'Knight And Day' Photos

Cameron Diaz On Set Of 'Knight And Day' Photos

The photos of Cameron Diaz On Set Of 'Knight And Day' in Sevilla, Spain dated November 30, 2009.

2009 New Haircuts - Curly Hair Styles Trends

Curly Hairstyles can suit any occassion. Most people with straight hairs envy people who are naturally born with curly hairs. There are many hairstyles that you can do with a curly hair and it is an excellent way to add volume and thickness to your hair. You can use ringlets to add curls to your hair without muck work. Coloring your curly hair is a good way to add style and dimension to it too. Check out these curly hairstyles below to see what you like!

curly hairstyles 2009