So, you’ve overindulged on one too many festive occasions, and you now find yourself with a beer belly that appears to have crept up overnight. What do you do? How do you get rid of it? Unfortunately for those with beer bellies from too many brews and treats, they can take a lot longer to get rid of than they did to get, but you’re not stuck with them if you start to look after your health. Read on to learn what it takes to banish that beer belly for good.

Start Moving

Exercise is going to be valuable in any part of your life, but even more so when you’re trying to get rid of that unwelcome beer belly. One of the best forms of exercise for shifting excess abdominal fat is high-intensity intermittent exercise (HIIE).

HIIE involves partaking in intense bursts of exercise, followed by short rests, then more intense exercise. Such activity can result in fat-burning and accelerated weight loss. You’ll be back to your former fit self in no time!

It also helps to exercise for at least 30 minutes per day, mixing those days up with stretching and strength training. If you find it hard to fit in exercise, then be more resourceful with your day. Take the stairs instead of the lift, and walk to work instead of driving if possible. There are plenty of ways you can welcome more activity into your life.

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If it has been some time since you saw your dentist, and you haven’t taken care of your teeth, then you may be in for some surprises. Professional dentists tell us while cleaning, fillings, root canals, and extractions can be popular treatment methods, crowns are another one with many different benefits. If your dentist has recommended a crown, but you’re not sure what that entails, then read on.

What is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a cap that your dentist cements onto your tooth. Only a dentist can remove it once it’s in place. A crown’s role is to cover a damaged tooth, strengthen it, improve your tooth alignment, and make it look better than it did before.

A dental crown can be quite a complex procedure, so your dentist may recommend a temporary one while they create a more permanent one to put in its place.

What Types of Dental Crowns Can You Get?

Everyone’s mouth is different, so the selection of dental crowns is as well. There are four primary types your dentist might recommend. Ceramic is the more popular option for restoring your front teeth. They are of a porcelain-type material and blend in with the natural colours of your tooth.

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More and more people are warming up to the idea of Botox parties – gatherings of people in a home environment to have a bit of fun, then getting Botox. Some medical professionals are entirely for the idea, while others refuse to be a part of it. Below, we run through the pros and cons of Botox parties so you can make an informed decision before you host or attend one.

The Advantages of a Botox Party

• More confidence, fewer nerves
  Many people get the jitters when they find themselves in a medical clinic. These nerves can be enough to put anyone off getting Botox – even if they desperately want it. If you attend or host a Botox party, you’re among friends, and you feel more confident to get the process underway.

• Your friends are getting Botox too
  There is often a stigma associated with getting Botox because we’ve all seen the frozen faces of celebrities with botched Botox online. However, it can be quite a confidence-boosting procedure – and one that’s even more rewarding when you get to have it with your friends.

• You can hire professionals
  You can employ Botox nurses and doctors to come to your home and administer Botox. Before you do, ensure they have the appropriate documentation and are trained professionals. In Australia, only qualified medical professionals can administer Botox with a prescription.

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When you discover you’re pregnant, you might believe that a trip to the dentist has to wait until after you give birth. However, dental care is even more critical than ever before during your pregnancy. Below is some helpful information on caring for your teeth when you’re pregnant.

Perth dentists advise that the first thing you need to do is to let your dentist know you’re pregnant if you are planning on having a check-up or procedure. In high-risk pregnancies, most procedures might be able to wait until after your bundle arrives. Otherwise, the benefits of dental care often outweigh any potential risk factors.

You can continue brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing between your teeth, and eating a balanced diet to promote your oral hygiene and health. You should also still visit your dentist for check-ups and professional cleaning. If you are suffering from morning sickness, you can reduce the risk of acid attacking your teeth by rinsing your mouth with baking soda and water.

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You can notice a significant difference to your skin by using natural skin care products, but did you know a bristle brush can also be of assistance? Dry-brushing, a simple natural skin care technique, may be more beneficial than you think.

What is Dry-brushing and How Do You Do It?

Dry-brushing is the process of brushing your entire body from top to toe to remove dead and dry skin. However, it’s not as traumatising as it sounds. All you need to do is purchase a natural bristle brush and take it into the bathroom with you. Stand naked in the bath or shower, with the water off, and start brushing your body from your feet upwards. Brush in the direction of your heart to make it more effective, and go over the same area more than once.

As you reach sensitive areas of your body, such as your breasts, be gentle with your skin. Once you have finished, you can then turn the shower on and let your blood circulation improve through a fresh layer of skin. Once you are out of the shower, pat yourself dry and apply your favourite organic skin care product to retain that supple, soft, and smooth skin.

What are the Benefits of Dry brushing?

Skin care experts recommend that you dry-brush your body at least once per day, but why? What are the benefits? There are more than you think.

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If you are struggling to purchase the perfect gift for a loved one, then it might be time to visit a few jewellers around town. When chocolate, flowers, and perfume don’t meet the mark, jewellery does.

What’s more, you’re sure to find that nothing brings a smile to your loved one’s face faster than opening a box and finding sparkling jewellery staring back at them. However, why do rings, necklaces, and bracelets make such great gifts? Find out below.

It Lasts a Long Time

When you buy flowers, they die. When you buy chocolates, you eat them. When you buy perfume, you smell beautiful, but then you use it all up. However, when you visit jewellers and purchase stunning jewellery, it lasts a lifetime. The long-lasting effect of jewellery is probably why it makes such a great gift, and why the Australian jewellery industry is worth 4.1 billion dollars. Everyone sees the value in spending a little more but giving a gift the receiver can own forever.

It Shows You Care

Whether you’re treating someone to a birthday gift, something for Valentine’s Day, or Christmas, nothing shows you care with more success than jewellery. Anything else can seem like you’ve passed a petrol station on the way home and only remembered to pick up something at the last minute.

However, if you stop by a jeweller’s and take the time to pick out something unique and special, it shows you care far more than flowers, chocolate, or perfume ever will.

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If you have ever been on the fence about getting Botox injections, thinking you’d be one of the “few” who does, then think again. Botox has long been a popular way in which to drink from the fountain of youth, smoothing out those fine lines and wrinkles and boost your self-esteem. The general population has already jumped onboard the FDA-approved bandwagon, but what about celebrities?

Celebrities need to maintain a particular image – one that makes them look as young as they always did, no matter how much time has passed. Botox injections can help them achieve this look – but were you aware of who swears by their use? Check out these celebrities below.

Robin Wright

Known for her roles in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Everest, and Blade Runner 2049, Robin Wright is one of the few celebrities who has opened up about her Botox use. Robin receives Botox injections twice a year, preferring to get one unit as opposed to around the average number of 10. Robin says her Botox injections are just to “take the edge off”.

Jenny McCarthy

Jenny McCarthy’s career as a celebrity began in 1993 when she first posed as a nude model for Playboy Magazine. She then hosted a game show on MTV before appearing in movies such as Scream 3, Santa Baby, and Diamonds. She is more well known, however, for her role as an activist, believing vaccinations cause autism.

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Applying nail polish correctly isn’t a case of just making sure you stay within the lines. It takes the correct amount of preparation, a steady hand, and plenty of patience. Here is how you can apply your nail polish for a perfect finish.

The first step is to ensure you remove any old nail polish. Use a non-acetone nail polish remover and follow this up by trimming, filing, and smoothing your nails. Doing so before you paint your nails ensures you are happy with the shape of your nails as well as the polish itself. It may also be beneficial to push back your cuticles to make sure you can brush on as much polish onto your nails as possible.

If you’re not as steady with a nail polish brush as you’d like to be, and you wouldn’t mind spending a little less time removing it from your surrounding skin, then applying a light coat of petroleum jelly to the skin around your nail is a good idea. This provides a barrier for your skin, ensuring if you do happen to get a little polish on your skin, it comes off quickly.

Once you’ve carried out your nail preparation, it’s time to apply a base coat. This base coat is essential as it gives your nails strength while allowing your nail polish to last just that little bit longer. Once this has dried, you can now apply your first coat of nail polish.

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Finding beauty tips for contouring that are easy to understand is challenging. As there are so many different tutorials online for different face shapes, it can be difficult to know whether someone’s advice is going to suit your particular needs. However, if you follow these beauty tips below, you can rest assured the final result once you’ve finished contouring is something of which you can be proud.

Here’s how to contour for the best results.

What You Need:

If you’re staring aimlessly at the many different foundation options in a department store, it’s obvious you need some help. The first step to achieving the perfect contour is by making sure you have three different types of foundation:

• 1x your skin tone
• 1x two shades lighter
• 1x two shades darker

If you’re not sure what shades you require, ask a store assistant for help. They are bound to know their products well enough to help you select the best ones. You will also need translucent powder and a brush or beauty blender, but you may find you prefer using clean fingers.

Step 1: Begin Outlines

The first of the four essential beauty tips for achieving the perfect contour is beginning your outlines. This step is following on from the initial layer you applied of your base foundation. You will need to use the darker foundation and trace lines down where your cheekbone begins to hollow out, along your temples, your nose ridges, and chin line. In essence, any defining part of your face can benefit from the contour effect. (more…)

Believe it or not, choosing the first pair of gym shoes or sneakers you see to begin your new group fitness routine may not be the best decision to make. While the shoes might be on sale or are a recommended brand, your needs when it comes to footwear are unique. Therefore, you need to put time and effort into choosing the right shoes for your training requirements.

Most shoes on the market fall into one of four categories;

Motion control –  more supportive, rigid, and heavy – better for runners who are a little heavy-footed or have flat feet.

Stability – better for those who roll their feet inward when they run.

Cushioned – decent, all-around gym shoe that is both comfortable and supportive.

Minimalist – best way in which to feel like you’re running in bare feet with a little bit of support.

Very few people realise how shoes can differ both in style and support, but it’s crucial to help you choose the right pair of shoes for your fitness training requirements. However, with all these unique features on offer from one manufacturer to the next, you also need to pay particular attention to how comfortable they are.

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