Beauty, Bridal & Fashion

It’s a new year, and it’s time for a new you. Whether it’s knuckle-cracking, slouching, procrastinating or cigarette smoking, here’s how to halt that hateful habit.
1. Pony up to the Problem – A habit, even an unhealthy one, is easy to ignore. After all, it’s something you’ve probably been doing routinely your entire life. Once you shine a light on the issue, you’ll be able to create a plan to help stop it.

It’s that time of year when everyone’s thoughts are turning to sandy beaches, ocean breezes and salty air!  It’s also when we start thinking about getting into our bathing suits and showing more of ourselves to the world.
No matter what the season is, ample breasts are simply sexy. Do you wish your clothes fit better? Would you like to fill out a bathing suit properly? If yes, it may be time to consider augmenting your breasts.  

The trend towards extreme change is often seen in celebrity style.  But what should women consider in 2015?  There are a couple of fabulous looks for the new season, with super-long lengths and pixie-design bobs leading the way.  Look for layers, razor cut bobs, and blunt bangs to lift up your style.  This year will see more layers and volume.  Letting bangs fall over your forehead in a wispy long look always translates into a sexy frame for your face.

What’s the difference between a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and a panniculectomy?  This tends to be very confusing to patients. It is understandable because the two procedures have some aspects in common but they are not the same. This distinction has become even more relevant because of the growing popularity of weight loss surgery.

The way our hair looks and feels is such an important matter to us.  It is the frame of our faces and one of the first things people notice when they see us.  So it is only natural that we all want to have it looking and feeling the best way possible.  However, if you want to have radiant, shiny hair there is one thing you must understand whether it is straight, wavy, curly or coarse—in order to have healthy hair we must take proper care of it.  This takes extra effort, but the results are more than worth it.  Below I have added some tips that guarantee to give hair a healthy sheen and maintain it (for any hair type).

Are you finding it hard to get the perfect style at home, or always wanting to head to the salon?  I can help you get those stylish salon locks right from your own vanity station.
Curls are the “in thing” this season again.  So how do you get the best curls with minimal damage to your hair that will also last long?  The answer is simple… go back to the old school heated rollers, otherwise known as “hot rollers.”

Dear Cathy, My eyebrows have gotten thinner and thinner as I’ve gotten older. So I have to draw them on every day, which takes me time because they never turn out the same. I’ve been thinking more about permanent makeup, but I’m a little nervous. What if I don’t like it or I want a different color as my hair color changes?  A friend of mine had permanent brows and eyeliner done by you and it looks really good and very natural, she keeps bragging about the extra 20 minutes she can sleep! What can you tell me that might make me less nervous? – Justine in Saugus

There comes a time when our faith has to lead the way.  At times things appear in our lives as dramatic, traumatic, and even scary.  But the most amazing a-ha that I have had throughout my passage of time, has been the realization that nothing, and I mean nothing appears as it seems.  When we first react to whatever it is that is showing up in our lives, there is a moment after the first initial response that things seem to settle. 

It’s the start of the New Year and with that comes time to make some simple changes in your beauty routine and go from drab and boring to a whole new you!
Choose a feature to accentuate so it is subtle, try placing a dab of highlighter on top of your cheeks to lighten, creating a perfectly enhanced glow.

Bonnie Shandelson of Santa Clarita is the winner of the Beyond Harmony Make-Over grand prize featured in The Magazine of Santa Clarita. Her name was announced live on KHTS AM1220 on November 6. The contest had been running from early October and in order to enter, contestants went on to the Beyond Harmony Facebook page every day to try to win a gift of Spa and/or restaurant row certificates.

After going through holiday parties, you might get interested in getting lash extensions this year. As with any beauty treatment, there are pros and cons to consider before deciding if it is right for you.

Since 1986, Blue Zone Apparel has been providing quality brands at affordable prices, and customers are happy.  “Our business model is based around the satisfaction of our customers,” states Joseph Khair, owner. 
Conveniently located in the Canyon Center Shopping Center in Santa Clarita, Blue Zone Apparel offers in-house alterations provided by an experienced and professional staff.

As with diet and exercise, rotation is key in order to get the best results!  In understanding the skin, as well as the passage of time it is essential to know that at different stages of our life, as well as different climates, we need to change up our routine.  Ask yourself if you know why you’re using what you’re using. Having a game plan and understanding ingredients is a major benefit in getting the desired results. 

Dr. Marc Lussier is pleased to announce three new Aesthetic Packages at Town Center Surgery:
Dr. Lussier has grouped efficient procedures together and by using state-of-the-art techniques will achieve the result you’ve hoped for at a more affordable cost and less down time.

If you are unhappy with the day-to-day shaving, waxing or tweezing then laser hair removal may be your answer.  Laser hair removal or IPL (intense pulsated light) is one of the most popular aesthetic procedures around.  It beams highly concentrated light into hair follicles and the pigment in the follicles absorb the light that destroy the hair.
Laser hair removal just could save you the hassles of repeated shaving and get you flawless skin without the side effects associated with conventional hair removal methods.  The most common treatment areas include legs, armpits, upper lips, chin and bikini line.

Hair is like a picture frame around your face. Choosing the right hairstyle can help accentuate the areas you like best and crop out the things that you don’t like.  When you are thinking about your hairstyle, think about which features you love the most. Ask your stylist to create a style for you that highlights these features.
If you love your lips, bring all the attention there with flattering, face framing layers. A perfect chin length cut will make it all about your mouth. A bob or layers that fall towards the chin will accentuate your lips.

You’ve come a long way since you were a teenager. And so has your skin. So if you haven’t changed your skincare routine since you got your driver’s license, it’s time to shake things up.  “In our teenage years, we’re concerned about breakouts and acne,” says Howard Murad, MD, founder of Murad Inc. “As we age, even if we still have breakouts, we experience different types of changes in our skin’s appearance.”

Eyelash Extensions have become the accessory for so many women, rivaling the monthly nail treatments at the best salons around. No fuss, no smudge, waterproof, natural or dramatic, affordable and safe. Take a close look at celebrities Kelly Rippa, Kim Kardashian, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Love-Hewitt, and Gwen Stefani to name only a few. They have been wearing extensions since the early 2000’s. Lucky for us, this “trend” is not just a trend anymore and not just for celebrities. They are a fantastic alternative and have gained tremendous popularity because of their natural look, ease of application, and affordability.