Read these 23 Beauty from Within Tips tips to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. Each tip is approved by our Editors and created by expert writers so great we call them Gurus. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Beautify tips and hundreds of other topics.
Walk tall, head held high, look people in the eyes when you are speaking! Even if you are 5 foot nothing, others take notice when you exude confidence.
If you've had a stressful day on the job, or a spat with your friend/family member, take a brisk walk to clear the mind. You'll be strengthening your body and relaxing at the same time.
Drink more water and less caffiene to help alleviate stress. Water is also better for healthy skin, and lessens temptation for snacking.
Get at least 8 hours of sleep at night to keep dark circles at bay, allow the body to reduce stress, and restore a fresher look to the skin.
Create a *mini spa* each week at home. Run warm water in the tub, sprinkle in some mineral bath salts, light a candle and play soft music. Great for the mind and body.
Avoid food additives and highly processed, refined foods to cut down on your intake of toxins. This will help to eliminate free radicals responsible for premature aging.
Jumping rope can be extremely helpful in toning your thighs, hips and buns.
Take your daily bath at night before bed for a relaxation and restful sleep. Use body washes, lotions and sprays with calming botanical accents and floral scents such as bamboo, decaffeinated red tea and sandalwood. This will help you let your cares drift away to calm the mind and restore the soul.
Drink 12 - 14 glasses of water each day to keep skin cells moist and prevent premature aging.
Good nutrition helps retard the appearance of aging. Many diets are too high in calories, therefore, the first step toward good nutrition is to reduce the number of calories you eat by at least 25 percent. Next, add fresh fruits and vegetables, green leafy and yellow types, those rich in vitamin A. Vitamins C and E are also essential, providing antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals. Eat whole grains such as oats, wheat, whole rice and rye rather than white processed flour-containing products. Above all, avoid the synthetic trans-fats like margarine and hydrogenated shortening products. And don't forget-take your supplements. Your body and your skin will thank you!
Keep a journal and add three positive things each day to keep a perspective on life.
Read books on relaxation, such as *The Art of Doing Nothing* by Veronique Vienee.
Fresh flowers are one of the best ways to lift the spirits. There's no sin in buying them for yourself. Better yet, drop subtle hints to your significant other and well, you never know...
For a calming evening bath, add a bath product with chamomile. To try: Origins Sensory Therapy Float Away Sleep-Enhancing Milk Bath with chamomile, tangerine and lemon leaves.
Buy gourmet chocolates. It is reported that chocolate actually releases endorphins that create feelings of happiness and satisfaction.
Dermatologist Mary P. Lupo advises her patients to ingest antioxidants (vitamin A, C, and E) either in whole food or supplements to enhance their skin's natural sheen and smoothness. --Cosmopolitan. Apr 99
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