Expert Skin Care

1. Starting Your Day: Squeeze a lemon half into a glass of warm water and drink each morning before eating or drinking anything else. The natural diuretic will flush your liver and help prevent water retention. Results over an extended period include diminished cellulite, reduction in acne and an overall rejuvenated appearance.
   
   
2. Wash with Pure Water: Many affordable water filters are available today, the Wellness filter, which can be installed on your shower head and sink faucet. People often spend plenty on great skin products only to wash them off with chlorinated water. Pure water washing keeps your skin better hydrated without nullifying the effectiveness of your products.
   
   
3. Shower from Hot to Cold: Recreate the new day-spa trend of hot and cold plunge pools in your home shower. Start with a hot or warm shower, then turning the water completely cold for 30 seconds. You may repeat the hot-to-cold treatment up to eight times, although repeating it just once is a good start. The quick-change in temperature opens and constricts pores, pushing impurities out and potentially eradicating acne, keeping skin healthy, and creating that after-facial glow. 'Try it right before going out on the town or throwing a dinner party for a free beauty boost,'.
   
   
4. Frownies: 'I suggest wearing them when you are alone or around those who love you, even if you look like you've been in a fight with a roll of packing tape,'. These natural stick-ons prevent you from frowning much more cheaply than Botox, diminishing the impulse to frown with each use. 'Think of it as expression training,'. 'Who wants to frown anyway?'
   
   
5. Humidify. "Create a humid climate in your bedroom with a good quality humidifier,". For an even better fix, add rose essential oil to the humidifier (about 6 drops per gallon). Although the natural skin-enhancing effects of the humidity are temporary, you can do it nightly, - and be sure to use purified water.
   
   
6. Low-impact Sports. High-impact sports stress the body's soft tissues. Avoid excessive high-impact sports. 'Runners should try an elliptical machine for at least some of their training,' she says.
   
   
7. The Power of Oxygen. Oxygen is a very important rejuvenator. A popular protocol for cancer treatment and prevention, called the Budwig Diet, includes blending 2/3 cup organic cottage cheese with 6 tablespoons flaxseed oil; frozen berries may be added for flavor. 'This powerful combo delivers oxygen to a cellular level in the body and kicks up energy production in the cells,'.
   
   
8. Mineral Makeup: 'By far, my favorite makeup is mineral makeup,'. 'I love Jane Iredale. I use their active light concealer, the loose powder a shade lighter than my skin tone, followed by an unshimmery bronzer, and then a matte blush. I top everything off with their D20 spray which is absolutely essential. It's the only mineral make-up that I believe makes you look younger versus older, and it's also a physical sun block that last all day.'
   
   
9. Eyebrows: Find someone good in your area for an eyebrow shaping. 'It's amazing what a simple shaped eyebrow can do for your overall appearance,'.
   
   
10. Easy Tooth Bleach: Bleach your teeth by gargling with hydrogen peroxide. Dentists recommend doing it once in a while to kill unwanted bacteria, 'and the side effect is whiter teeth for 79 cents,'.
    
    
11. Stay Hydrated: A dehydrated face looks years older. Many cosmetic companies take a 'before' photo of a dehydrated model, then give her a bunch of water (and of course their miracle product) to take the 'after' picture, drink half your body weight in fluid ounces daily - and an additional eight ounces of water for every eight ounces of caffeinated beverages consumed.
    
    
12. Omega 369: New evidence suggests plant omegas are more beneficial to the skin than fish omegas. 'I prefer Barleans Total Omega Vegan Swirl, made with flaxseed and borage oils,'. 'It actually tastes like a smoothie and doesn't cause any fish breath.'
    
    
13. Sleep on Your Back. Side-sleeping eventually creates deep chest and face wrinkles. For an easy solution, take three towels - roll up two the long way and one short - then sleep with a long roll on either side and the short one under the knees to take pressure off the lower back. 'Think of the way you prevent a baby from rolling off the bed,'. 'Eventually you get used to the new position and won't need to use the towels.' She adds, 'Even if you only make it halfway through the night, you're better off than when you started.'
    

1. Waxing. Some women swear by this. They say that it makes sex more pleasurable... and it also doesn't hurt that their men find it sexy. Speaking of "hurt," this process is painful, and some of us also find it disturbing that there are men who prefer a look that predates our coming of age. But the practice is so widespread that there are even take-home bikini wax kits. Uh, we'd rather leave the hot wax on our labia to the professionals. Aussie Survey Says: Sex is Better with a Brazilian
   
   
2. Stencils. Less invasive than a vaginal piercing... yet somehow also more ridiculous. Some sites sell stencils designed to help you replicate the look of various waxing treatments: The landing strip. The classic triangle. And then there are those, like Betty Beauty (a site dedicated to cutesy pube products), that have stencils allowing you to shave your hair into the shape of lightning bolts, stars, hearts and more.
   
   
3. Hair Dye. Betty Beauty is even better known for their pubic hair dye, which we must admit intrigues us. Because if you're too chicken to dye the hair on your head electric blue, why not experiment with the hair down there first? Betty Beauty has classic colors like auburn, black, blonde and brown, but also offers some more offbeat colors, like Bridal (aqua blue), Fun (hot pink), Sexy (lilac) and Love (red). A New Look Down Under
   
   
4. Pink Button Genital Dye. Okay. So this product is more for the bits that poke out of our pubic hair, but we felt it was crazy enough to warrant a mention. My New Pink Button is a "genital cosmetic colorant" meant to restore the pink to your, um, pink button. Personally, we're not letting that stuff anywhere near our crotches.
   
   
5. Pube Perfume. We'll admit it. This doesn't actually exist. But scented hair removers like Coochy Shave Cream do—in flavors like Pear Berry and Green Tea.

If there's one supermodel that proves she has staying power, it's Kate Moss. Sure, Cindy and Naomi and Heidi have still got it, but Miss Moss is the one with the perfumes, the fashion line, the big bookings and mini-mes running all over town. Even after that cocaine scandal, Kate continues to reign and Fab and I tirelessly pore over snaps of her attempting to see how she does it. Today we got a little bit closer as the 35-year-old revealed her beauty secrets in an interview with The Times:

Iced water with cucumber; and waxing, definitely — it’s better than shaving. Moisturise, sleep — and happiness: that’s a beauty secret. I know I look different when I’m happy. I don’t really stick to one thing.

Got it. It's all about the water, moisturising, waxing and happiness. Which I do/am anyway so all I need is a little cucumber and then a rock star shall knock at my door.

1. Get References
   
   Talk to people whose haircuts you always seem to like. Find out what beauty salon they go to. You also want to find out who the stylist is. This is the best way to figure out what beauty salon to go to. If you ask family and friends, they will steer you in the right direction and you can stop getting bad hair jobs.
   
   
2. Services
   
   You want to look at what the beauty salon offers as far as services. If you are the type of person that would like to get your nails and eyebrows done while you are there, make sure the salon you choose offers these services. You will only have to go one place to get it all done. Some salons offer a huge variety of services such as massage as well.
   
   
3. Price
   
   Don’t worry so much about how much the services cost. Just because it’s cheaper doesn’t mean you should do it. You will probably be sorry if you go for the cheaper cut in nine times out of ten cases. Worry more about how people look when they come out. You can judge everything by appearances at a beauty salon. Spend the extra money to get the right look.
   
   
4. Products
   
   Make sure the products that the salon uses are products that won’t bother you. If you have allergies, this could be a problem. Make sure that you don’t end up breaking out or having an asthma attack while you are trying to get beautiful. You also want to make sure they are using good products. A salon that uses good products is usually better at what they do.

1. Fasle tan. Miranda uses both self tans and also wash off tans to give her body a gorgeous glow - an essential especially when she is wearing swimsuits!

Sugar rates Benefit Jiffy Tan, £19.00 which will give your skin a golden glow in an instant!

2. Water. Miranda travels a lot so her skin can get very dehydrated on long flights so she drinks plenty of water to keep her skin soft. But water is also very important to keep your skin clear - because it helps to flush out toxins from your body like sugars, fats and caffine.

3. Eyelash curlers. Miranda always curls her lashes to make sure her eye look wide awake even when she is tired! We like Eyelure Heated Eyelash Curlers, £9.99, for a long lasting, flirty lash look.

At 63, Susan Sarandon looks better than many actresses 20 years her junior and this is something most media representatives usually agree on. The secret to looking this good, she says in a recent interview, has nothing to do with going under the knife or using who knows what secret ingredient, but rather with living a healthy life, surrounding herself by people who make her smile and, last but not least, quitting smoking.

“I don’t think you should try to look 22 when you are in your 60s. There is something odd about a woman who looks younger than she did 20 years ago. I’m not against anybody doing anything to themselves that makes them feel good, but aesthetically some fillers and stuff make people unrecognizable. I’ve never had fillers, and how can you get Botox when you’re an actor? I had under my chin sucked out once. I think we have to be supportive of each other, and if someone wants to get implants or tucks you hope that they will be fine and they will keep the essence of who they are and not go over the top,” Sarandon shares in the recent interview.

Another secret that is helping Susan look stunning even at the age of 63 is her having kicked the bad habit of smoking. We all know that cigarettes can make the face look much older than it actually is, but Susan Sarandon is the living example of that. Or so, that’s what people are telling her and she likes to believe. Once she quit smoking and started leading a much healthier life, she also made sure that she surrounded herself only by people who make her smile, because she knows laughter also works wonders for the skin.

“Young actors ask me: ‘Why is your skin so great; what is your product?’ and all I say is: ‘Stop smoking, that’s the big one.’ Laughing does a lot for the face. Do the things you enjoy. Surround yourself with good people. Denying yourself is not good for the face. You can’t be a bitter, angry person. Hatred is […] not great for your skin,” the actress concludes by saying.

Freida Pinto has revealed the secrets behind her beauty regime — lots of water and lots of sleep!

The Slumdog Millionaire actress prefers to stay natural when it comes to her looks but says that takes even more care than a ton of make-up.

“I don’t have too many beauty tips because I am not fond of wearing too much make-up but the first would be to drink a lot of water because water really cleanses your system and it keeps you fresh and your eyes looking fresh,” said the 25-year-old.

“I also recommend adding a lot of fruit and vegetables to your diet and not making it too meat centric.

“The next one would be sleep well – sleep is as important as food and water and keeps you looking fresh the next day. So if you get a good 8 hours sleep it always helps. It all still takes work.”

Her biggest splurge: Crème De La Mer ($250)

Her naughty secret: Cortisone cream for clearing up pimples. Tut tut Holly.

Her favourite mascara: L'Oréal Extra-Volume Collagene Mascara ($26.95)

Her haircare brand of choice: Pureology. Me too Holz.

Her exercise routine: Hiking in the hills of LA. She used to be a martial arts girl but gave it up to help quieten her mind.

Best beauty tip ever: Porridge as a face mask to help calm the skin. "I heat porridge oats with water, let it cool for a couple of minutes, pour it into a tea towel and place it over my face."

Katie Price has caused a row with health experts for describing her regular use of sunbeds as an essential part of her beauty regime.

The star says that toasting herself under skin-ageing UV lights is, ironically, one of the most important secrets of her skincare system.

The model - who's boyfriend Alex Reid is currently also sporting a fake-tanned looked on Celebrity Big Brother - says she gave up using tan out of a bottle because she didn't like the smell.

She also recommends the use of Botox around the eyes to get rid of wrinkles.

Katie bigs-up Botox and sunbeds in her latest book Standing Out, out in paperback this March, which is described by publishers as "revealing all her top tips on looking and feeling good."

The glamour model, also known as Jordan, says: "Looking after my skin is not my strong point but the two things that do make my skin look better are sunbeds and Botox.

"I used to use spray tan but it stinks so now I use sunbeds. I know people say they’re dangerous and can give you skin cancer but I don’t smoke, I hardly drink and we’ve all got to die of something, so that’s just my choice.

"I get my forehead and around my eyes Botoxed every six months and I love it. You can’t beat it. It just freezes all the wrinkles and that’s what you want but I’d never have a full face lift, I’ve seen what they can do to people and I don’t want to go through that."

But Julie Barratt, of government health watchdog the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, was furious that Katie - a role-model for many impressionable teens - gave such advice.

She said: "Whilst Jordan is right to say that we all have to die of something, it is reckless to say that the risk of skin cancer is one that she is prepared to take.

"Skin cancer is the fastest-growing cancer in the UK and the most common in young people – to advocate behaviour that is acknowledged as being a risk factor is glib.

"Each individual must make their own life style choices, but the CIEH strongly urges individuals to consider the very real risks to their health associated with use of sunbeds and to protect their health rather potentially compromise it. If people want the appearance of a suntan fake is better than bake, and safer as well.

Katy Perry will endorse Proactiv, a secretive skincare range that includes an anti-acne product.

The Sun newspaper said Perry's decision was a result of her own teen battles with acne, a skin condition that adds to the awkwardness that goes with youth.

Aa an adult, Perry, who just became engaged to Russell Brand, has flawless skin. But she has said: 'I got acne at the start of my career. It was stressful. I have acne scars which I'm self-conscious about.'

Her secret will be shared with 58 countries around the world. In Australia, the product is endorsed by celebrity Delta Goodrem. It does not offer testers at the counter and has a secretive aura. American celebs Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Love Hewitt have endorsed it.

Proactiv spokesman Ben Van de Bunt said: 'We are paying people consistent with what we have done in the past - millions of dollars.'

The newspaper suggests Perry's fee for the deal is $4 million.

What many younger viewers may not have realized is that Loren has been noted for her natural beauty for most of her career.

A month before her 72nd birthday in 2006, Sophia was voted the world’s most naturally beautiful person, topping stars one-third her age, such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz and Catherine Zeta-Jones.

At the time, the Italian actress said she owed her natural beauty to “a love of life, spaghetti, and the odd bath in virgin olive oil.” Bathing in olive oil was actually a custom in ancient Rome.

Taking a bath in olive oil may be impractical, but the next best thing is to gently apply some extra virgin, cold pressed olive oil to your face ( avoid getting too close to the eye area) and remove any excess oil after ten minutes.

In other interviews, Sophia has credited her posture for her ageless beauty. She also says she doesn’t do anything that makes her look old, like shuffle when she walks or slump over.

She calls discipline “the great equalizer.”

“If a young woman is beautiful but has no discipline, she will lose her looks as she grows older. If a plain woman is disciplined she will undoubtedly become more beautiful with time,” she says.

She also says to avoid colors that are not flattering for you. “Purple is the only shade I never wear except as an occasional accent. It is too violent a color for me,” she says.

Loren also claims to never have had plastic surgery, and rejects the notion that women must fit some unnatural ideal of beauty.

1. Wild Salmon
   Why it makes you look good: Salmon contains skin beautifying omega-3 fatty acids that hydrate and help reduce redness and inflammation. Salmon also contains selenium, which improves various skin problems and overall skin health. "Salmon is one of those super foods," Simpson says. If you don't like the taste of salmon, you can take omega-3 supplements.
   Also eat: sardines and mackerel
   
   
2. Blueberries
   Why they make you look good: They're sweet and loaded with vitamin C and immune-boosting antioxidants that stimulate collagen production to help keep skin smooth and supple. Berries also help combat toxins in the body and free radicals, those nasty molecules that cause skin to age prematurely.
   Also eat: blackberries, pomegranate and strawberries
   
   
3. Pumpkin seeds
   Why they make you look good: Pumpkin seeds have lots of vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that helps slow down skin aging, and those omega-3 fatty acids that keep your skin smooth and your hair shiny. Studies also have shown them to reduce the appearance of acne and other skin problems.
   Also try: chickpeas, sunflower seeds and chia seeds
   
   
4. Beans
   Why they make you look good: Beans are high in protein but are also very lean, making beans a great part of any nutrition plan. They also provide the fatty acids your nails need to stay strong and prevent splitting.
   Also try: eggs, chicken, lean meats and lentils
   
   
5. Green Tea
   Why it makes you look good: "You can't get enough of green tea," Simpson says. It hydrates you, which helps your skin; it's loaded with antioxidants that have been shown to protect skin from sun damage; and it has an active ingredient that promotes a healthy metabolism. Choose a premium or organic blend to get the most active ingredient, Simpson advises. You also can find this ingredient in skin creams if you want a double-dose of those good-for-your-skin benefits.
   Also try: white tea and black tea
   
   
6. Oysters
   Why they make you look good: In addition to being a low-fat source of protein, which is great for healthy hair, shellfish contains high amounts of zinc, a mineral that can help prevent acne, boost your immune system and aid healing, Simpson says. Shellfish also contains B vitamins, which can make hair look shinier.
   Also try: clams, mussels and lobster
   
   
7. Tomatoes
   Why they make you look good: Tomatoes are full of fiber and vitamin A, which aids in the development of skin cells and the maintenance of skin cell health. A vitamin A deficiency can lead to dry skin. And tomatoes have lots of lycopene, which studies have shown helps protect the skin from UV stress (you still don't want to forgo the sunscreen).
   Also eat: tomato pastes, carrots and sweet potatoes.
   
   

8. Oranges
   Why they make you look good: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that mops up free radicals, such as those produced by overexposure to the sun, that lead to the premature aging of skin. It also contains bioflavonoid, which promotes stronger collagen in the skin. Collagen helps skin look young and plump.
   Also eat: grapefruits, cantaloupes and lemons

Dietary No-Nos

• Salt. Salt causes tissues to swell, and the subsequent deflating results in skin that is less elastic. Have you noticed how your face gets puffed up if you've eaten too many salty snacks the previous day?
• High sugar. You want to keep your blood sugar balanced to keep your skin looking healthy. Sugary snacks cause a large insulin spike and then a crash. This spike can trigger an inflammation in the skin's cells, and that reaction may lead to increased sebum levels that could clog up the glands.
• Caffeine. Caffeine can be beneficial to your skin, but too much can prevent your body from making good use of the vitamins and minerals from your food. Caffeine is also a natural diuretic, so if you drink too much, it may cause dehydration. And your skin needs fluids to look good.
• Alcohol. You know what a hangover feels like. Well, that's what alcohol does to your skin, making it dry, irritated and sallow-toned.
• Processed meats. The salt and preservatives in these meats can leave your skin looking dehydrated, dull and lifeless.
  

Drink a glass of water per hour. It really does help flush toxins through your system. It helps with deigestion, absorption, circulation and excreation.

1. Incorporate vitamins (from A-to-Zinc) into your daily routine. For skin, the three best are vitamin A, vitamin E and zinc, which can combat stress breakouts and aid in regulating the skin’s oil gland activity.
3. A quick fix for puffy eyes: Steep two tea bags. Refrigerate for 15 minutes and apply them to tired eyes. The mix of cold and herbs is sure to jump-start circulation and reduce inflammation.

Try battling breakouts with this homemade spot treatment: Combine one part brewer’s yeast and one part lemon extract. The brewer’s yeast will draw out impurities while the citric acid in the lemon will aid in cell turnover. It goes on quite wet, and it’ll dry and harden. That’s drawing out inpurities of the skin.

Bacteria can harbor in the most unthinkable places and come into contact with your skin causing breakouts. Make sure to change your pillowcase every other day, wash your makeup sponge or brush with antibacterial soap weekly, and dry your face after washing with a paper towel that you can throw away. These little extras may make all the difference.