May 12, 2008 at 1:55 am (All About Beauty, Legendary Icons)
Before learning the secrets of achieving beauty, we must first define what is beauty. I will give you the real facts regarding the standards of beauty with out incorporating my personal opinion (you know, about personality, morals and stuff). So lets learn what’s the science behind beauty and get on with the facts.
SYMMETRY
Yes you read it right. Symmetry is having the exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane. A good example is your face. Imagine that a vertical line in the center of your face, diving it into halves. Now the relation of beauty to symmetry enters when one side of your face (either the left or right) is very identical or similar to its other half. Is your right eyebrow symmetrical to the left? Does your left eyes similar to your right? Is one side of your nose identical to the other? Well, take it from the babies. Studies shows that babies stares longer at a more symmetrical faces than asymmetrical ones!
THE GOLDEN RATIO
I’m not very good in math at all. But I will try to shed some light on this. The Greeks believe that beauty can be explained through mathematics, in ratio to be exact. So beauty as defined in mathematical ratio is 1:1.618 or in decimal 1.618. I just wished its that simple but its not. For example, the human face. The mere distance of each parts of the face like the eyes, nose, mouth and chin are in accordance to the golden ratio. In fact, a “golden mask” has been created that somehow became an instrument that “measure” beauty. So who are the famous icons that has successfully fitted the golden mask on? A beauty Greek icon, Nefertiti, the original sex icon, Marilyn Monroe and in our present time… hmmm… Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears (oh come on! REALLY?…) Yes, really!
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OTHER CRITERIA OF PHYSICAL BEAUTY
According to studies, a woman who is youthful or possesses characteristics of youth like full lips (doesn’t have to be a exactly like Angelina Jolie’s!), smooth even-tone skin, big bright eyes etc… is more attractive to look at. Maybe that’s the reason why we find “cute” people really attractive.
And of course I wouldn’t skip the ever so popular topic regarding skin tone. What is more attractive? Pale or tanned? Well, from what I read, it depends on what country you’re in. If you are in Asia, pale skin is most prized as it symbolizes youth and being born in a rich family where you don’t have to bask in under the sun to work. In the western world, its a totally different thing. Tanned skin are considered attractive because it carries the idea of being able to afford a vacation or being engaged in an outdoor sport.
So what is beauty anyway? Its symmetry, its a ratio, its youthfulness and it depends on your culture’s criteria… in short, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.
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May 10, 2008 at 8:31 am (All About Beauty, Fashion Trend, Legendary Icons, Make-up is Art, Skin Care)
In a typical guy, the mere mention of the word “woman” may seem synonymous to fashion, make-up and a one hour skin care routine. And that is exactly what this post is all about. We women should know a little of everything not because guys expects that from us (well, maybe it is
one factor) but because this will boost our self-esteem and will actually make us feel good about ourselves.
Fashion is not only about the season’s new trends, the most expensive Louis Vuitton bags nor the runway’s latest fashion collection (though they are important in every sense). Fashion is an art. Sometimes you are born with a keen sense on it and sometimes we try to learn and master it. Are there any rules in fashion when it changes every season? There must be… but for me I keep this one rule all the time.
You can change your taste in fashion as fast as fashion changes itself but do keep one thing constant, your identity.
So what must you keep in mind regarding the art of fashion? Don’t get swayed by models or by people who wears the current trend. Not because its looks good on them doesn’t mean it will look good on you too (most of the time…). Keep in mind that body structure, skin tone and even your personality plays a vital role in selecting the right jeans, that indispensable handbag or that ever so flattering stilettos. Remember that this not only about fashion, this is about YOU being a real fashion icon!
Gisele Bunchen makes every designer’s dreams come true.
Ah, make-up. They are also the pride of the runway. You don’t really have to be Picasso or Bobbi Brown to master the basics of applying make-up. All you need is proper guidance and a lot of practice. First of, like in fashion, you need to take note of
a lot of factors that includes your skin tone, the occasion, the time of the day, the color of your clothes and of course whether you have a sensitive skin or not.
Two of my personal favorites (that I know can never go wrong) are mascara and lip gloss. Not far from the list is a very good liquid foundation and blush-on. Knowing what is best for your skin tone like “fair looks good on pink and light colors while dark looks great with deep colors like berry and blues” can ready enhance your natural beauty.
The more you learn and practice the more you’ll realize that with make up you can actually make your face appear slimmer or that small eyes appear bigger. It’s really just a matter learning, practicing and mastering. There are a lot of make up brands out there. Choose one that has a reputable name and one that you know will not add years to you face in the long run (if you know what I mean).
Lastly, remember this cardinal rule. Always take your make-up off before you go to sleep… and I mean ALWAYS.
Make-up + Aishwarya Rai = Art
Now for my favorite topic, Skin Care. My boyfriend could never really figure out why I
need to have atleast two different lotions for day (with tons of spf) and for night (creamy and loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidant) and why I put so many cream on my face (hello, its an eye cream, an emulsion, a moisturizer…). But at least he respects that.
All around the world, skin care varies. There are those three step routine that consists of cleanse, tone and moisturize and that eight step routine of cleanse, facial mask, tone, emulsion, serum, spot treatment, eye cream and moisturize. Of course, there are those who make their own routine which is fine as long it perfectly fits your need.
The skin, as you already know, is the largest organ in the body. Even the most expensive little black dress or the best make up in the world cannot replace a really beautiful skin. That skin shows more than your natural beauty, but also reflects how you take care of yourself.
Remember that in skin care it takes more than La Prarie or Lancome to work its magic. It needs your effort, consistency and your dedication. Consider both skin care an art and a science. Know what you put on your skin and the rationale behind it. Never ever get swayed with advertisement. And lastly, love the skin you’re in. Enhance and not change.
The Japanese perfected the science of Skin Care. Take it from Keiko Kitagawa!
You don’t have to be rich or be an artist to learn these art. You are special in your own way and you deserve to be beautiful. I’ve always admired women who’s beauty and talent were already encoded in their genes but lucky for us we too can actually learn. So never give up nor lose hope. Beauty is not just for one but for all. So for the very last time, learn, practice and master!
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