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Hair Color Options
By: Linda Bateman-Gomez / Timeless Beauty
Although I do have my own beauty
company and sell many products that I use
and love, at 62, there is no question I am always on
the lookout for another great product to add to my regimen. And because
I travel often, anything that’s compact and easy to take on the go is a
bonus!
Racking up the frequent flyer miles also means my hair color is one
of the first things to take a back seat. Luckily, I have found a new favorite
for those like me, in need of a color touch-up between professional
appointments!
I do not use a permanent color, so while I don't necessarily have to
deal with a root line, the temples and top section always seem to require
attention. I have tried the mascara wands and various other cream and
liquid covers, only to find they leave my hair stiff and difficult to style.
Recently, however, I kept seeing ads for the Madison Reed Root Touch
Up and decided to give it a try!
The MR site took me through a short series of questions for color match
and I ended up with Terra medium brown. There is no mixing involved,
just a single brown powder contained in a compact, with a brush that
looks like a blush brush. The product was about $30 which seemed rather
high at the time, but the reviews looked good and I figured if it worked,
it would be worth it.
After receiving and testing it out, I can honestly say I love this product!
First, it appears that it will last me a long time as it doesn’t take much to
cover, so the price seems fair after all.
I tried it on my temples and the coverage is wonderful! It's not stiff
and looks natural. It’s easy to take on the go, works great for in-between
coloring, and best of all, it should not damage your hair. I would think it
would work for men too, although they often look great with their gray!
As with all new products, check out the site to make sure it’s right for
you, but I think you’re gonna love it!
Linda Bateman-Gomez has an international beauty company
based in Las Vegas that specializes in cosmetics and other beauty
products. Contact Linda at TimelessBeauty2020@gmail.com or
through her website www.fullips.com.
August 2017
Old People and Medical Issues
By: Kyo Mitchell / A Healthier You
Your health problems are just part of getting
old . . . or are they? Many times, both doctors
and patients attribute a patient’s medical problems
to getting old.
This is not entirely correct. A more correct statement would be to say
that the medical problems the elderly experience is due to the cumulative
wear and tear on the tissues and organs of the body.
It's like a domino effect. Wear and tear on one organ and tissue will
affect and eventually weaken the functioning of any other tissue or organ
- which depend on that original organ or tissue.
Other functions will decrease as this domino effect extends to other
tissues and organs. When the level of function decreases to a certain level,
medical conditions result.
One example of this would be the release of growth hormone from the
pituitary. Growth hormone is released from the pituitary gland in the
brain and sends the signal to the body’s tissues to repair themselves after
damage.
After the age of 60, the pituitary gland releases very little growth
hormone and the body heals far less efficiently and effectively. This can
result in the body aging more quickly.
One means by which the body can stimulate the release of growth
hormone after the age of 60 is exercise. This can increase the body’s
ability to heal and slow the rate of aging of the body.
If the efficiency of the respiratory system decreases, the body’s cells
receive less oxygen and the blood can become more acidic. Diabetes and
high blood pressure can damage blood vessels and lead to stroke, heart
attack as well as other problems.
I always find it interesting that people will spend money to change
their oil or replace the fluids in their car as a preventative means to keep
their car running well. Yet many are hesitant to spend money on health
care until a problem results that possibly affects their health and ability
to function for the rest of their days.
Facing one’s mortality is difficult for many individuals. It's easier
and less frightening to ignore that it might be the beginnings of health
problems, than to deal with them.
Dr. Kyo Mitchell served as faculty at Bastyr University in Seattle
and Wongu University in Las Vegas for over a decade. Dr. Mitchell
practices in Summerlin and can be reached at 702-481-6216 or
rkyomitchell@gmail.com.
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