Autumn is here and it’s time to start recovering from all the fun in the sun. Whether it’s time to switch over your skincare to something more moisturizing or finding the fastest way to get a your nails and hair healthy again- beauty and lifestyle expert Mickey Williams can answer your common questions and recommend some effortless ways to get your beauty and soul back on fast track.
Skin gets so damaged during summertime and the colder months only dry it out more. Is there anything that doesn’t take a huge commitment to get your skin back in shape?
This mega recharging collection provides nourishing and revitalizing skin care that maintains moisture for the cooler season approaching. My personal favorites are the 4-in-1 Face Wash for its multi-tasking formula and the Skin-Boosting Night Serum because you woke up to better skin after just one night. Everything works together to achieve a noticeably more hydrated and fresh glow. Another perk is that from cleanser to hydration we completed our beauty routine in just three minutes, which is ideal for anyone who wants great skin without a huge time commitment.
What about nails? They grow fast in summertime, but seem to be brittle and thinner. Is there anyway to repair them?
Curel Targeted Fast Absorbing Hand and Cuticle Cream
Try to keep a layer of polish on them for added strength, but also try a cream that focuses on caring for your cuticles which are the stems for healthy nails. Curel was the winner of Redbook’s Most Valuable Product award and it contains vitamin e, monoi oil and soy milk for maximum hydration. We liked it because we saw a visible difference in just one use and it didn’t make our hands greasy.
What about our hair? Anything to bring back the shine and get it healthy again?
This overnight treatment that’s applied to dry hair repairs breakage and split ends and adds silky shine to hair. The weightless formula doesn’t leave any residue on your pillow and you see results after a single use. Sleep tight and wake up to fantastic hair!
You see all these energy drinks on the market- Do these work or are they just loaded with sugar and caffeine?
Basically the new Red Bull, but with natural energy enhancers like green tea extract and zinc. It has a semi- natural orange taste with only 5 calories and 0 carbs, which makes this a huge celebrity favorite. Just ask Victoria Beckham and Seal’s hottie Heidi Klum. Both gals sip EBoost when they need a pick me up.
What about stretching. Isn’t that a great way to get a quick pick me up?
Oh yeah! Stretching brings oxygen to all the cramped areas of your muscles and joints which helps aid in pushing out the toxins. That’s gotta be why it feels so good! A great way to get a back stretch is with an exercise ball. I like Ball Dynamics because they are burst resistant (for up to 600 pounds) and they have a chart on their website to tell you what size is right for you. We also found research that suggested that if you sit on a ball while watching your favorite television you can increase your core strength which helps achieve correct posture.
Any last minute tips for a recharge or perking up in the midday slump?
Yes, do not reach for another cup of coffee. Grab a bottle of water. The effects of water are longer lasting and you will not have the horrible caffeine crash shortly after.
Also, if possible, it’s been proven that if you can tuck away for just a short nap- around 26 minutes- it will help improve mood, alertness and efficiency. Many companies are actually encouraging their employees to do this since an estimated $150 billion is lost on productivity every year.
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