Nanoblur – Look 10 Years Younger In 40 Seconds

by Linda Franklin

Three weeks ago I wrote a blog about Organic Rain Forest Honey. When you use this miracle honey as a facial mask every day it is supposed to erase wrinkles and firm your skin.  I have been using it for two weeks now and I do see a slight improvement. 

But now here’s the end-all-be-all in instant gratification.  How about looking 10 years younger in 40 seconds?

 For all the hype about make-up and skincare, what women actually want from a cosmetic product is very simple. We want it to make us look better than we normally look. Preferably right away, please! 

We’re not totally nuts.  We don’t expect to use a product and be magically transformed into Penelope Cruz or Jennifer Aniston.  We just want to cover up our wrinkles, minimize uneven pigmentation and generally wipe away a few years. In other words, instant air-brushing.

The latest wonder-working wrinkle-buster claims to do all that and more -  turning the clock back several years in 40 seconds flat.  

What is this miracle cure?  It’s called Nanoblur and the makers claim you will look younger in 40 seconds. 

We’ve all become so immune to the extravagant claims of beauty brands that our reaction to them tends to be short and pithy. But Nanoblur is confounding sceptics around the globe, topping the sales charts in 22 countries.

Indeed Labs, the maker of Nanoblur has taken the technology behind this idea to a new level of sophistication.

They say, “Our particle sizes are hundreds of times smaller than older formulas.  That means they can find their way into the smallest imperfections and use tricks of light to iron them out.”

These particles are on the nano-scale — at 700 nanometres — but too big to slip into the skin (only particles less than 400nm in diameter can do that), so they stay on the outside of the skin, to reflect light. 

Can it produce those effects in real life? Astonishingly, it can.  Women are reporting that when they smooth this  water-based product on their bare face it dries quickly and — hey presto! — their skin looked better.  It seemed smoother and more even in tone. The dark circles under their eyes become less obvious.

This seems like an ideal cheat for looking fresh-faced and more vibrant.  And, I can see why it has been a hit with men who would not contemplate wearing make-up.

Another great thing about Nanoblur is the price: Check it out on their website.  It sells for only $19.00.  I am ordering mine right now.

The Real Cougar Woman is a 5-carat diamond who knows the importance of taking care of her health, beauty, relationships, finances and spirituality. Linda Franklin says,”there is no stopping a woman who has a strong belief system, passion and a dream. All things are possible”. Linda’s book, Don’t Ever Call Me Ma’am helps women of all ages tap into their power and live life to the fullest.

Ponytails Are Always In Style

by Linda Franklin – The Real Cougar Woman 

Having a bad hair day?  Turn those hair blues and achieve instant chic.  The tousled ‘n textured pony is always in style.  If you have long hair here’s how you do it.

-Take a brush and lightly tease the front layers of your hair between your temples;
-Gather hair—starting at the nape of your neck—and band your strands together with a snag-free elastic at the desired position;
-To hide the elastic, wrap small section of hair around the base of your ponytail and tuck it in to secure.

Skin Cell Injections – Do They Work?

by Linda Franklin – The Real Cougar Woman

 The relentless quest for beauty means we can’t wait to hear about the next best thing. And the product generating the most buzz at the moment is Laviv.  Some think this new anti-aging wonder product will blow Botox out of the water.

The treatment — which involves re-injecting the body’s own cells into the face in a bid to eliminate wrinkles — has just been approved by the FDA and will be available in the U.S. this Fall. 

The procedure starts with a biopsy, or tissue sample, being taken from behind the ear. The cells of interest are fibroblasts, which produce collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid — compounds known to give skin a smooth and plump appearance.

These cells are then cultured in a lab for 90 days, and millions of new fibroblasts are created. Over the course of three sessions (spaced around five weeks apart), the fibroblasts are re-injected into the patient. The theory is that these injected fibroblasts stimulate the activity of those already in the skin, leading, after a few months, to firmer, plumper skin.

If any of this is starting to sound slightly familiar, that might be because, despite the claims, Laviv isn’t exactly new technology.  You might remember it as Isolagen, a process dubbed as ‘grow your own   Isolagen was launched in the U.S. Despite the fact that, once extracted, the cells were grown in a serum derived from cows, the process gained a reputation as ‘natural’.

The July issue of  Vogue, trumpets ‘the new trend in dermatology — grow your own filler’. But even if consumers are interested, there’s still interested in the price tag and of course reults. The data submitted to the FDA shows that six months after the final treatment, independent evaluators were asked to assess before and after photographs of patients treated either with Laviv or with a placebo.

The evaluators judged that in around 64 per cent of people treated with Laviv, they could see a difference; but then, they also saw a difference in around 36 per cent of those treated with a placebo.  And, that may not be good enough.‘Fillers such as Juvederm and Sculptra are about a tenth of the price of Laviv, and you know you’re going to get a result in every patient.

The Real Cougar Woman is a 5-carat diamond who knows the importance of taking care of her health, beauty, relationships, finances and spirituality. Linda Franklin says,”there is no stopping a woman who has a strong belief system, passion and a dream. All things are possible”. Linda’s book, Don’t Ever Call Me Ma’am helps women of all ages tap into their power and live life to the fullest.

Bangs Are Hot For Fall

by Linda Franklin – The Real Cougar Woman

This season’s hottest hair trend is purse-friendly, hides wrinkles and makes you look years younger. So should you consider bangs this fall?  Yes, says celebrity  hairdresser Paul Edmonds.  Cutting bangs takes a little courage.  We've all experienced the trauma of a trying a new do. But, there are enough bang styles to choose from,so you should be okay by doing a little snip snip.

The shape of your face should be taken into account. Longer faces normally suit bangs.fringes. Round or angular faces benefit from a side-parted or feathered bangs that shows off some of the forehead.

Reese Witherspoon has a square jaw and high forehead so this long, side-parted fringe balances her features. A graduated fringe is a great way to soften an angular profile.

Rounder faces need a deep fringe. By curling the bangs slightly, you reduce the width of the face. A feathered fringe adds length to your face as well.

Erotic Capital Is A Learned Skill

by Linda Franklin – The Real Cougar Woman

Take a look around your friends and colleagues. Chances are the ones you consider most attractive possess not only beauty, but intelligence, charm and that special je ne sais quoi. People fall over themselves to help them.

It may not be fair, but it’s definitely a big plus to have been born good-looking.  The good news, however, is that attractiveness can be learned; it’s a skill like any other that requires some effort.

At the heart of true attractiveness is what Catherine Hakem calls “erotic capital”. In her new book  The Power Of Erotic Capital  she says, “It’s an asset that’s been ignored in the stampede to analize people’s economic capital (what you earn and possess), social capital (who you know) and human capital (what you know)”.

Erotic capital is a blend of beauty, sex appeal, liveliness, charm, social skills, sexual competence and talent for dressing well. In other words, it’s a crucial mixture of physical and social attractiveness.

Think of someone like Madonna. She’s not the most conventionally beautiful woman,  but she has transformed herself into probably one of the most famous woman in the world, certainly one of the most compelling and successful.

It’s true that the naturally beautiful are more likely to have erotic capital because they get a head start in the cradle. As babies and small children, they’re treated more warmly. Even professional nannies perceive six-month-old babies differently according to how attractive they are. And among their peers, good-looking children are often the most popular.

All this positive attention has lasting effects on the personalities of children, speeding up their intellectual and social development.

Does this mean all average-looking women should immediately start saving up for cosmetic surgery? After all, at least one psychotherapist suggests that reshaping the features of unattractive people may be more likely to make them feel better than years of therapy. 

But there is no need to consider going to extremes. The French, for instance, have always recognized that a woman can make herself extremely attractive by the way she presents herself.  And anyone can learn social etiquette, good manners, color.  Try to smile more often — when you smile the world smiles back.

Some feminists argue that it should be against the law for employers to judge a woman by her appearance.. So it’s not surprising that many young women regard feminism as irrelevant. The steady growth in sales of cosmetics, fashions and cosmetic surgery suggests that rising affluence and everyday reality are more influential than any feminist rhetoric.  I guess they will have to learn by life experience that true beauty comes from the inside.

Consciously or unconsciously, everyone’s affected by looks. That’s why possessing erotic capital gives you an average earnings mark-up of 15 to 20 per cent, according to experts. It also makes it more likely that you’ll land the job in the first place.

It does not, by the way, mean women should immediately start baring their cleavage at work.Your erotic capital includes your skill at presenting yourself — and that includes adopting dress styles that are appropriate for the venue or occasion.

The great thing about erotic capital is that anyone can develop it.   Do you agree?

Tim Gunn Says Hillary Clinton Confused About Her Gender

by Linda Franklin The Real Cougar Woman

With her pink jacket and pearls, Hillary Clinton looked both feminine and professional when she visited the Norwegian Embassy this week.

And while fashion was likely the last thing on her mind, her choice of outfit could not have been more well-timed given that she was the subject of cutting criticism from Project Runway judge Tim Gunn.

In an interview with George Lopez, the fashion guru, accused Mrs Clinton of favouring unflattering mannish clothes, and that she should use her position to send a more positive message about American fashion.

He said: 'She's the Secretary of State, she's a former senator from New York, she's a former first lady. Why must she dress that way? 

'I think she's confused about her gender. Tim, maybe she's not the only one.

The Real Cougar Woman is a 5-carat diamond who knows the importance of taking care of her health, beauty, relationships, finances and spirituality.  Linda Franklin says,"there is no stopping a woman who has a strong belief system, passion and a dream. All things are possible". Linda's book, Don't Ever Call Me Ma'am helps women of all ages tap into their power and live life to the fullest.

Healthy Hair In 5 Easy Steps

by Alan Eschenberg – Belegenza

Looking beautiful and vibrant depends primarily on getting the RIGHT information.  That's why I wanted to contribute to Linda's blog.  I know you Real Cougars get a lot of mixed messages about taking care of your hair.

As a beauty professional, who has researched and developed my own line of products, here's what I know for sure.  Taking care of your health is the foundation for all beauty maintenance routines. Makeup can only do so much on a sleep deprived face and moisturizers can only do so much for chronically dehydrated skin.  

The same is true about hair. Every woman wants full, shiny sexy hair.  But, no matter how good your stylist is, there is only so much that can be done on a malnourished head of hair.  Bad nutrition can wreak havoc on your hair so it's very important to provide your scalp with the proper building materials on a daily basis!  

Here are my 5 Easy Steps for keeping your hair healthy and beautiful:

Summer Sheer: What’s Underneath Makes The Difference

by Linda Franklin The Real Cougar Woman

Summer is here.  The hot, humid weather has arrived and wearing sheer clothes helps keep us cool.  But - it only looks good if we know how to work it with the proper laying piece.

Flashionista.com is a site that delivers relevant appealing content to women who are interested in reinventing themselves. In this article, they wrote they provide us with a complete picture guide on how to wear sheer. Here's what we have to do. 

Generally a blouse will hit from about 4 inches below the waist to mid hip. Tunics can go from 27 inches to 30 or even longer. To minimize hips look for a style that stops around the top of the hips or covers them completely. Anything that stops mid-hip is likely to accentuate because it creates a horizontal line at the widest part of the body.

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The Real Cougar Woman: Linda Franklin’s Art Of Accepting We’re Less Than Perfect

The Real Cougar Woman, Linda Franklin, like all women, is in a constant struggle to appreciate how wonderful she really is.  It's difficult for us to settle, because we are always striving to accomplish the next goal.  We are so busy doing that we don't take the time to appreciate our many gifts – especially in the looks department. There is always something that's not quite right – our hair – a new wrinkle – that extra 10 pounds that makes us less than perfect. Instead of appreciating what we've got we concentrate on the flaws. 

We're not totally to blame for being so tough on ourselves.  It's hard not to be when everything we watch, read and talk about is somehow focused around body image.  Over time we forget what's really important – who we really are.  That is why I want to introduce you to a lady that can help us get over our self flagelation, stop focusing on our perceived flaws and learn to appreciate what we've got. It's time to realize it's okay to be less than perfect.  

Her name is Kelly Falardeau and her life story is an inspiration.