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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-family: "boopee"; font-size: 18.0pt;">“Whose Eyes are
These?”</span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> you may ask when hit with
morning mirror madness. No matter what ISSUE you are facing with your EYES, <b><i>Christi
Harris Beaute’</i></b> has the <b>SOLUTION</b>! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Dehydration ● Lines
& Wrinkles ● Dark Circles ● Droopy ● Puffy ● Bags ● Stained Eye Lids<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;">Oh,
look ..one more thing we can blame on our mother! Not exactly, but we can give
credit to our familial & ethnic origins for many of the concerns
surrounding our aging eyes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There are many more contributing factors such as:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;">Beautiful
News,</span><b style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;"> <i>CH</i></b><i style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;">icks</i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;">! We can remedy
or camouflage any of the most common complaints surrounding our most expressive
facial feature. I will share my four decades of wisdom plus pitch a few home
remedies for your discovery.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 18pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Because we address
many frustrations here, this one’s an epistle. We’d love for you to read every
word, but if you’re in a hurry, skip ahead to the issues you are facing to get
the 411 on what’s bugging you!</b></span></span></div>
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EVERY TECHNIQUE I WILL SHARE WITH YOU TODAY …<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">SKIN CARE:</span></b><i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> Consistent,
proven skin care is critical to skin health, regardless if face or body. Let’s
assume here that you are on board with the concept. If you are already a </span></i><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">CH</span></b><i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">ick, then the
following routine will not take you by surprise. If not, then we invite you to
the henhouse … <o:p></o:p></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">EYEBROWS:</span></b><i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> If your eyebrows are not <b>Precision Perfect</b>, please join us at
our Dallas Beaute’ Center for our </span></i><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">3D Brows & Eyes Workshop</span></b><i><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">. Call us to
chat about schedules and availability. Change Your Brows … Change Your Life! This is
For Real. <b>CH</b>icks, perfect <b>brows</b> are a game-changer!<o:p></o:p></span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">BLENDING 101: </span></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;">When applying any product on portions of your face to
cover or conceal, the only way to achieve a truly natural, no-line, soft and
flawless canvas is to utilize (1) <b><i>Second Skin</i></b> (Primer) and (2) <b><i>Face
Erase</i></b><i> </i>or<i> </i>your personal skin undertone <b><i>Crème</i></b><i> (Oil-based) <b>Foundation</b> </i>with
color-match perfecting<i> <b>Liquid Tint</b></i>.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">(1)
and (2) are BOTH complete, physical sun blocks that, when applied over my <b><i>CH
Moisture Lotion</i></b>, will lock precious hydration in your skin for up to 12
hours<span style="color: #cc0066;">. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">The
thin, delicate skin around our eyes is unlike any other on our body. It <i>begs </i>for moisture and protection. We
simply MUST treat it with love & respect! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">AM:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Cleanse
with <b><i>Mint
Wash</i></b><i><o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Apply<i> <b>Freshener</b></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Apply
<b><i>Hydradermal
Intensive Lift</i></b> (Anti-Aging Serum)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i>Moisture
Lotion</i></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Protect
with (1) <b><i>Second Skin</i></b> (Primer) & (2) either <b><i>Face Erase or Crème</i></b><i> (Oil-based) <b>Foundation</b></i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Thoroughly
Remove Eye Makeup with <b><i>Eye & Lip Makeup Remover Pads</i></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with <b><i>Cleansing
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<b><i>Hydradermal
Intensive Lift</i></b> (Anti-Aging Serum)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i>Moisture
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Protect
with <b><i>Night
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>making it oh-so-much happier and healthier. </b></span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Alleviating
dehydration is the first line of defense to combat those lines & wrinkles.
Using concealers, neutralizers, and highlighters are your reinforcements. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Choose
<b><i>Smile
Smoother</i></b><i>, <b>Blue Neutralizer</b>, <b>Green
Screen</b></i> and <b><i>Eye Lift Highlighter</i></b> to balance and camouflage the creepers at
your peepers. It is important to not
over-blend these products. <i>Refer to <b>BLENDING 101</b> </i>above.<i> </i>Apply <b><i>Eye Perma Stay</i></b> to eyelids
to even skin tone and keep shadows from creasing day to night.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Smoother: Fills creases, wrinkles & lines, and provides amazing lift!<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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temple to hairline, apply underneath the eye with <b><i>Crème Contour Highlighter<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></i></b><i>brush</i> and pat/press into place. Do not
over-blend!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Neutralizer: Using color wheel principles, cancels blue/purple discolorations.<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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in the darkest (bluest) areas. Pat/press to blend. Do not over-blend! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Screen: High Definition base to diffuse lines, brightening the area for
fantastic lift and the look of well-rested, youthful eyes!<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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the brow, at temple area, overlap <b><i>Smile Smoother</i></b> slightly and
pat/press to blend. Do not over-blend! Keep applying and blending until you
notice the area lifted and brightened.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Eye
PermaStay: Crème-to-Powder formula neutralizes redness, fills in tiny lines,
smoothing the eyelid for total sun protection and day shadow wear. <o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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with <b><i>Crème
Contour Highlighter</i></b> <b><i>Brush</i></b> and gently, with your ring
finger, press to blend over entire upper eye lid, lash line to brow bone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Once
all concealers and neutralizers are in place, lock with <b><i>Setting Powder</i></b> and <b><i>Chiseled
Powder</i></b><i> <b>Brush</b></i>. Load the brush with powder and lightly tap off excess.
Only once, in a single downward motion, gently brush onto each section of your
face. Do not fret when neutralizers and highlighters are still visible. Once
set, and the remainder of your makeup is in place, load the <b><i>Finisher/Blender
Brush</i></b> with <b><i>Finishing Powder</i></b>. In a swirling motion with medium pressure, blend
all to a flawless finish. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lift Highlighter:</span></i></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> Using tip of the
<b><i>Crème
Contour Highlighter</i></b> <b><i>Brush</i></b>, apply <b><i>Eye Lift Highlighter</i> </b>directly
under your lower lash line, patting to blend. This will create a well-defined
eye. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14pt;"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Thin slices of chilled, real cucumber placed on eyes for 15-30
minutes while resting with head elevated will naturally reduce wrinkles
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Sunglasses serve not only as a fashion accessory, but moreover, as protection
against the sun and squinting, both which contribute to lines, wrinkles and
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key here is countering the discoloration. I formulated my <b><i>Blue Neutralizer</i></b>, with
its noticeably sienna hue, specifically for the job. It may look ‘orange’ in
the pot, but this is actually by design. On the color wheel, orange is opposite
blue and purple, hence the neutralizing properties. In conjunction with <b><i>Smile
Smoother</i></b>, this technique will banish darkness and provide the perfect
lift. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the <b><i>Crème
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darkness. Do not over-blend, but do lightly pat/press away any harsh lines of
demarcation with your ring or pinkie finger. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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tip of the brush, apply <b><i>Eye Lift Highlighter</i></b> directly under
your lower lash line, patting to blend. This will create a well-defined eye. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Blend
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Screen</i></b> as in <b>CH Classic</b>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">DROOPY:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">Just
as so many of our other pieces & parts, as we age, our eyes can head
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 14.0pt;">The
best remedy for this wayward turn is proper skin care, abundant hydration and <b><i>Smile
Smoother</i></b><i>,<b> Green Screen</b>, </i>and<b><i> Eye Lift Highlighter</i></b>! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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like waking to find <i>Sir Puffinstuff</i>
has moved in overnight. One proven way to reduce the appearance of the puff is
to visually recede the area with <b><i>Blue Neutralizer</i></b> and bring forward
the void with <b><i>Smile Smoother</i></b> at the outside perimeter where it appears sunken
against the inflated area. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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cause for puffy under eyes is the presence of a ‘fat pad’. During the aging
process, fat naturally occurring in our face either diminishes or
redistributes, resulting in either a puffy appearance, or a hollowed/sunken
effect. If fat collects under the eye it will most definitely look like a puff,
but will not deflate regardless of your efforts. Highlighting and contouring as
noted in <b>Dark Circles</b> above will
reduce the appearance; however the only way to free yourself of the fat pad,
sadly, is surgically. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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foods. If you’re getting your ‘wine’ on, refrain from the traditional bar
snacks such as peanuts, pretzels, chips or bar mix. These alleged ‘booze-buddies’
are, in fact, NOT your friends! Should you stumble,<i> </i>over-indulging in slosh and snacks—no judgement, we’ve all done
it—take these simple steps to protect yourself from tomorrow’s hard-night-nods.
(a) Drink 32 ounces of purified <i>(or even better,
alkaline)</i> water before and after
retiring. The extra hydration will counter yesterday’s <i>oopsie</i>.<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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three clicks to elevate your head while you sleep to reduce puffiness.
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Bags are somewhat misunderstood, often confused with Puffiness. An Eye Bag
happens when the top of the cheekbone meets the orbital socket to create a
crater. This is very common among our <b>CH</b><i>ick</i>s with pronounced cheekbones. If you
can pack a weekender under your eyes, <i>read
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loaded with <b><i>Smile Smoother</i></b>, draw an upside down moon shape directly into
the hollow between the cheekbone and the orbital socket to visually raise that
area. Very lightly blend keeping the lighter color visible. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lids appear to have eye shadow when they are squeaky clean. Stains are
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PermaStay</span></i></b><span style="font-size: 14.0pt;"> is <i>the answer</i> to neutralizing the discoloration. Using the <b><i>Crème
Contour Highlighter Brush</i></b>, sweep <i>Eye
<b>PermaStay</b></i> over the entire lid,
from brow bone to lash line. Pat/press this crème to powder primer to not only
counter the stain, but also keep your eye makeup crease-free and in place day
to evening. For placement illustration, refer to <b>CH Classic</b> above.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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always, we are here for you! Reach out to me with your Beauty Frustrations and
I will give you a proven SOLUTION. At <b><i>Christi Harris Beaute’</i></b>, it’s just
what we do … <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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When it comes to solving our beauty frustrations we think we may need a
trip to the Doctor to see how to fix something or an extra pay check
each month to help with all the extras. Beauty shouldn't be this frustrating or difficult. Everywhere we look we are promised the answer to our biggest questions and never get the answers...and so the search for beauty in a
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We are surrounded by information with magazines, books and we see perfection on TV...but we also live in a society that gives a lot of misinformation, from social media, friends and unreliable theories that are based on the dollar not fact.<br />
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In 1974, after seriously studying the biology of how skin works, I noticed nothing existed in the beauty industry that truly helped solve women's frustrations because nothing out there was produced to actually work with the biology of skin. So, I created my own skincare treatment that is entirely based on the skin's function from the way it needs to be cleansed to the only way we can truly hydrate our skin, no matter the skin type. (i.e. dry, oily, combination) If we follow the biology of skin anyone can have balance. My treatment has never been reformulated and nothing has been added to it in 40 years because the way skin functions hasn't changed, so why would a product that works change?<br />
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Here are 3 questions I answered for the viewers on "Ask Christi to Fix It", along with more detailed info everyone needs to know for their skin.<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>1.</b></span></span> How should I take my eye makeup off and if I don't wear makeup one day what should I do?<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>CH:</b></span> Whether you have applied anything to your eyes during the day or not, you must cleanse your eyes the same way.<br />
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FIRST...<br />
We all produce natural oils during the day. The oil that has set on our skin at the end of the day has to be removed, otherwise the oil is a barrier and doesn't allow moisture to be replenished back into the skin.<br />
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SECOND...<br />
Eye Makeup can crease much more the next day if the eye is not cleansed and the natural oils removed. <br />
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THIRD...<br />
Eye lashes need to be conditioned. After a day of build up of mascara and natural oils our lashes take a toll and should be conditioned to keep them strong and healthy.<br />
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The only way eye makeup and natural oils should be removed is with another oil that does not leave a trace of oil or makeup on the skin. I know I know, oil, most people have been told not to use such things but it is actually the only thing that helps to remove eye makeup and natural oils without harming the delicate skin around the eyes or our lashes. NEVER use soap, a tissue or wash cloth to cleanse this area. Soap and water is too harsh because it takes rubbing to break down the makeup, which can then pull, scratch and dry out the skin and cause lashes to fall out. Tissue should never be used anywhere on the face simply because it is made from wood pulp which scratches the skin. Oil delicately breaks down the makeup without harming the eyes, lashes, or skin.<br />
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Think about this, what do you usually use to remove your eye makeup and lip color? Most women tell me they use a tissue because they don't want to put their lip color on a wash cloth, which is generally an alternative in most cases. And I bet, like most women, you probably remove eye makeup with a water based remover, baby oil, light soap or cleanser. That is just something we have been told to do and don't know any better so we continue to use them right? Well, now you can know that baby oil is made with a mineral oil that is not a cosmetic grade and allows for build up and can suffocate the lashes. Soap leaves a ring around your bath tub so what do you think it does to your skin. Most soaps contain wax, don't be fooled into thinking that any type of soap with wax won't build up on your eye area and lashes...it will. If you use any of these methods ask yourself this...is the skin around my eyes drier then the rest of my face, are my lashes sparse or does there seem to be skin build up around my eyes? If you answered yes to any of these it could be because of your eye makeup remover. Don't worry I can fix it.<br />
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My Eye/Lip Makeup Remover Pads are goof proof and are formulated especially for the eyes. They are great for the skin and lashes. One pad simply melts away any trace of eye makeup or lip color without pulling, rubbing or scratching the skin and lashes. The pads are 100% cotton so they won't irritate the eye area, leave oil build up and they condition the lashes. Even contact wearers can use them. Sometimes we keep using the same things because it is the only option or we simply don't know.<br />
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<span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>2.</b></span></span> I have used all kinds of products to exfoliate my skin. Some have really irritated my skin and then I feel dry. Some seem to burn and then it peels. Help me! <br />
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<b>CH:</b> Okay...think through this with me girls. Have you used all kinds of products to exfoliate your skin with or been so desperate as to try a facial peel? There is no need to take it to this extreme. It only plucks your pocket book and plays havoc on your skin. Have you ever been told why you need to exfoliate? If you have they probably told you to exfoliate once a week, not true, we will get to that. Has your skin ever become irritated after using an exfoliant or feel as if it has been burned after having a facial peel? I have known so many women over the years who think they are doing the correct thing only to end up with skin that looks like their great grandmother.<br />
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Without confusing everyone more...let me explain why these methods don't work for women.<br />
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How many of you know there are only a few ways to wash your pots and pans? What does this have to do with exfoliating skin, stick with me. All dish washing soaps have an oil base to break down the oil on the pan, no trace of oil is left...right? If you haven't burned something then you can use a sponge to cleanse it, BUT if there is build up or something has burned on the pan you have to use a Brillo pad or something harsh...right?<br />
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Well skin is similar. We get over 10 billion dead skin cells daily. That dead skin builds up, along with makeup, body oils, dirt, etc., every day that we don't exfoliate. Then we can get acne, dry patches, uneven skin tones and so on. So many skin problems can be caused by dead skin build up. It is imperative that we remove those dead skin cells each day, that's right EVERY DAY, not every 3 or 4 days, but DAILY. I can't stress this enough. Think about if you don't let it build up, like on the burned pan, then you don't have to use such a strong product to take the build up off. Just this one step can keep you from becoming irritated. When I formulated my exfoliant I knew it needed an antibacterial, natural agent. Honey, being pure and natural was perfect it is also a daily tightener for the skin.<br />
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Most exfoliants on the market are very abrasive and use chemicals, and they need to be since they tell you to exfoliate only once a week. Those exfoliants are trying to do the job in a day and remove several days worth of skin build up and surprise they don't remove it all, at least not without scratching or burning the skin. That is why sometimes when you put moisturizer on after you exfoliate you feel very dry or it burns. Long term affects of harsh chemicals used by millions of women are showing damage and aging of the skin. There is simply no need to use those types of products if you are not letting the dead skin collect.<br />
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I didn't want to use anything abrasive with ingredients that would scratch the skin and could be used daily. The honey acts as a cushion for the almonds to gently polish the skin, leaving no irritation. Skin naturally generates new skin cells every day. Yes, it is daily maintenance but you only get one face.<br />
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This method and step by step process I found that works will never change. I said it once and I'll say it again, the skin will never change the way it functions so why change the products. The Honey and Almond Exfoliant is so gentle on the skin to remove only one days dead skin (the 10 billion) using the polishing/tightening formula, with no barrier built up your hydration will be significantly increased when you apply the moisturizer, after exfoliating, and then seal in with Night Creme to lock in your moisture. Therefore you don't need a strong chemical to lift the dead skin off the face.<br />
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I would never suggest that women get a facial peel or use products with fruit acids which are referred to as alpha hydroxy acids. A simple product like the Honey and Almond Exfoliant polishes the skin as it removes any trace of dead skin for that day. It saves your skin and your wallet. Think about it...why would you still need to go get a facial peel or even a facial? There would be nothing to remove. And...if your skin ever peels it is only because the skin was burned with a harsh chemical. Skin doesn't peel on it's own.<br />
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Do this personal test with me. I am sure you have some scotch tape in your home. Take a strip of the tape and place it down onto your arm. Press it on your skin and then pull it off. Yikes! Look...see how much dead skin build up you have. Imagine how it would build up over three days on your face, especially when exposed to the outside elements.<br />
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<b>CH:</b> The reason you feel dry is you are losing a great deal of moisture during the day and not putting it back at night and locking it in. Also, if you are not exfoliating every night that dead skin is like a band aid...keeping the moisture out so it won't go into your skin...then your skin becomes dry. You must cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize and seal your moisture in every night with the oil based night creme.<br />
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There are no potions in lotions that the skin recognizes other than water and oil. The human body will only respond to less water or more water. REAL SIMPLE. So why do people try to make it so complicated, I will never understand. When we understand the order to feed the skin with water or oil based natural products it fixes itself. First we have to understand how the skin gets dehydrated which causes skin irritations, dry or oily, acne or rosacea, it is all treatable and can be balanced.<br />
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I hope this has helped anyone who has ever wondered about these common issues and if anyone ever has questions feel free to ask. Skin health and education have always been my passion that is why I have dedicated my life to helping women overcome their frustrations and give people the facts because the more we know the better decisions we can make.Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-59848817611921432382014-02-28T09:49:00.000-06:002014-02-28T09:49:15.059-06:00When Love Is Not Enough, Part 4 - New BeginningsGirls, here is the final chapter to the story. If you haven't read Part 1 & 2 of the story scroll below to read them. Follow my friend as she shares her final chapter.<br />
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<i>When Christi asked me to write on her blog, I was so excited and thought it would be as easy as eating a large piece of Italian Cream cake. Well, now that I am working on the last blog, I find that I am experiencing great difficulty getting my thoughts out of my head.</i><br />
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<i>I will tell you that my life is going great at this time. My children are grown, living in the area and I have four magnificent grandchildren. In 2004, I married again and we remain in love and enjoying a happy marriage. I have retired from Corporate America and work with him part-time in his/our CPA firm. My life is finally in a good place so going back in time is quite a difficult process.</i><br />
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<i>It is no understatement that a divorce leaves one in an emotional yo-yo and wondering if life will ever bring any happiness again. With time and healing, the heart recovers or can recover. Unfortunately, there are other misfortunes that can occur in life that can leave other scars, and more unexpectedly, deeper scars. I would like to say that we are moments in time where no method to the madness of traveling along life's journey makes any sense or leaves us feeling like a "used up paper towel".</i><br />
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<i>I am going to backtrack a few years and I will just get started telling you about the other traumatic experience in my life --- On April 29, 1998 at 5:13 pm while stopped at a red light, a 16 year old boy, (while speeding about 50 miles per hour) hit the left side/rear of my new car of three months; air lifting and trapping my car under a very large truck that was in front of my car. Since my car went under the truck, the air bags in my car did not deploy. However, I did not learn that until later because after the first impact and seeing only the back lights, glass and car parts fly beside my hear, I remember nothing until...</i><br />
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<i>Let's just say, emotionally I have been to h-e-l-l and back (divorce) and spiritually I have been to heaven and back - literally. I remember an angel in the car with me and then the next thing that I remember is that I am watching myself on the street being revived by paramedics. This is commonly referred to as "an out of body experience" by the psychological professionals. Next, I recall an overwhelming feeling of love and peace. I was somewhere "out there" being suspended in time and I was becoming more aware that I may not want to go back down to that place where my shell of a body was laying on the street.</i><br />
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<i>"It is not your time yet", was the next words that I heard spoken in the tiniest and quietest of voices. Soothingly, I felt my spirit slipping back into my earthly shell. I could hear the paramedics repeating over and over, "Please come back little lady. Do not go back, stay with us." There were two paramedics working on me and I wanted to speak to them and tell them that I could hear them, but I could not move or speak yet. It felt as though I was separated from them by a bubble of glass and as if I was watching them from someplace other than where I was. If I tried to move the glass and as if I was watching them from someplace other than where I was. If I tried to move, the glass would prevent me from reaching the paramedics. Once, the paramedics realized that I was finally "back with them", I fell in and out of consciousness. I was transported to an emergency room and the next year of my life was spent in and out of rehab, hospitals, etc. I was told that I would never be the same and was sent to Near Death Counseling, Change Of Life Counseling, and Pain Management Counseling. I had to learn to walk again and learn to give up many of the daily events of my life that I loved.</i><br />
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<i>With time, I could write a diary or a book, but to avoid all of the details that really depress me, I now survive on four different medications and was left with brain damage, brain stem damage, and a neurological issue in my neck. All of which has left me with paralysis on the left side of my body and doctors are amazed at why I am able to walk as well as I can. Do not be so amazed because I do suffer more than I let on and must receive a lot of rest and recuperate daily from activities that an average person gives very little thought about. </i><br />
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<i>One might ask, how is all of this possible? Honestly, I have no answers for that question. This is what I know. God is real, He has a Son named Jesus Christ who came to earth to save me from my sins. Is it possible that he could send an angel to protect me from whatever could have been worse in an auto accident? Well, who am I to question His mighty miracles. Is it possible that He has blessed me and others with abilities that bewilder the medical community? Well, who am I to question His mighty abilities. I also know that He has given to each of us a measure of Himself to be able to survive the world that we live in. Who am I to question any of whatever or to whomever that He chooses to bless with a measure of who He is.</i><br />
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<i>This is what I also know. Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all of your strength and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways , acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths." In Psalms 91, David writes about angels that watch over us and are here to protect us. Please take time to read this chapter, it is an amazing encouragement. And finally, Romans 8:28 teaches is that, "All things work together for good for those who love Him, to them who are called according to His purpose." </i><br />
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<i>I live life looking at the present and what I remain able to do and achieve versus looking to the past and harboring ill will toward others or events in my life. I want the future to be bright and sunny when I get there. I take care of the present to ensure the future is what you want it to be. Also, I do not have all the answers, but I sure can learn from what I have experienced and maintain life in a way that reveals truths of life that have been proven to endure the age of time and man's earthly endeavors.</i><br />
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<i>Perhaps this was all about the end of a false persona, the new beginning into the true introspective of who I really am, and the introduction of the true and real person. To say it in the truest sense, I am HOME.</i><br />
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<i>I would like to thank Christi for allowing me to share my life's journey and experiences. As women, we are a masterful creation in God's own image and not one of us deserves to have anything in life other than the best. This is what God desires for us. I know not what the future holds for anyone, but my experiences in life have taught me to say with all rationality and justification that the only way to a propitious life is to seek the Master and Creator of the world we live in. I think that I will close with this. He is the Reason, the only Reason and nothing but the Reason.</i>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-11489302918808268212013-04-02T15:47:00.003-05:002013-04-02T15:48:08.316-05:00When Love Is Not Enough, Part 3 - Light Attracts Light<span style="color: #440000; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Girls,
Here is Part 3 to this story. If you haven't read part 1 & 2 of the
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">It has been exceedingly difficult for <span style="font-size: small;">me to identify with my emotions and feelings experienced during a very traumatic era of my life. Despite my attempts, I am now unable to recognize "that person" whom I am struggling to accept was actually myself.<span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="font-size: small;">Glimpsing at who I was then versus who I am presently is <span style="font-size: small;">synonymous to knowing twins with night and day personalities. With this in mind, I will do my best to convey the reality of those days. In spite of the fact that I began a new life and<span style="font-size: small;">, in the opinion of many, was experiencing success or ha<span style="font-size: small;">d arrived at some degree of significance in the world, there were <span style="font-size: small;">so many depressive moments and feelings of inadequacy.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">"It is well with my soul", a wonderful song that resonated in my mind over and over during many of the worst difficult days. It happened while sitting in an auditorium in a very large church. The words of this song mounted in my mind like coal on a fire. My heart desired so desperately to have a "right of pa<span style="font-size: small;">ssage" into happiness. I needed to be well in my soul<span style="font-size: small;">. Being totally distraught by my situation, as I described in "When Love Is No<span style="font-size: small;">t Enough" and "Strength in The Olive Jar", I realized that I could not continue with life in my present menta<span style="font-size: small;">l state and emotional stress. With tears flowing down my cheeks, I surrendered my life totally and autonomously to God. I gave him my children, my situation, and my heart. And as I left church that day, I knew that my life would n<span style="font-size: small;">ever be the same.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Of course, I emplo<span style="font-size: small;">yed the services o<span style="font-size: small;">f therapists to help and assist me with all of the "stuff" that I was dealing with. <span style="font-size: small;">There <span style="font-size: small;">are most likely better words to use than "stuff", but I think you know what I mean. It is that darkness deep within that is so <span style="font-size: small;">disdainful and contempt<span style="font-size: small;">uous. That which is not acceptable socially or morally with others. Let's just say, it is better to keep it well within, hidden and out of sight of the real wor<span style="font-size: small;">ld. Amongst those who have arrived or dealt successfully with their inner demons and defeated and overcome their attac<span style="font-size: small;">ks, thos<span style="font-size: small;">e <span style="font-size: small;">who continue to be dealing with a dark<span style="font-size: small;">ness within, are considered to be unacceptable or damaged. So, unknowingly, hurting people attract hurting people. Unless pain is allowed to heal, the cycle of pain begins again.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">However, I was blessed to have a stubborn personality. I developed an inner core of strength and <span style="font-size: small;">integrity. Life was good and I was determined to be a positive mem<span style="font-size: small;">ber of society. So I pr<span style="font-size: small;">a<span style="font-size: small;">cti<span style="font-size: small;">ced all that was good. In my life, this cons<span style="font-size: small;">isted of becoming an active mem<span style="font-size: small;">ber of my church and living the life of a <span style="font-size: small;">com<span style="font-size: small;">mit<span style="font-size: small;">ted Christian. Being a lady and all that being a lady meant. Praying<span style="font-size: small;">, reading the Bible, attending Bible Studies, and of course, being a great employee to my <span style="font-size: small;">employer.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">By 1993, while working two jobs and forging through life with an insatiable effort to succe<span style="font-size: small;">ed, I obtained a <span style="font-size: small;">Degree in Accounting. Conse<span style="font-size: small;">quently<span style="font-size: small;">, work had become my "husband" and aside from love of time with my children, it was the only other effort that appeased my desire <span style="font-size: small;">for happiness. From a careful observation of my life, work awarded me with approval and acceptance. Continuance of my existence in life was based on these two conscious exertions. Ho<span style="font-size: small;">wever, I was prolonging the inevitable truth that life was meant to be "more".</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">"Mo<span style="font-size: small;">re", "well <span style="font-size: small;">with my soul<span style="font-size: small;">"?? How doe<span style="font-size: small;">s one accomplish these life achievements? And what exactly does it all mean? How does one know when they have it? How does one continually progress into contentment and a well-adapted life? So many questions to be answered and the time between dawn and dusk prove to be just a minute in the lengthy quandary of life. In s<span style="font-size: small;">hort, time was little and demands on that time<span style="font-size: small;"> were many. The answer within each of us. To say is poetically, we<span style="font-size: small;"> all have our own ship to sail.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;">J<span style="font-size: small;">ohn 1:9 "The true Light who gives Light to E<span style="font-size: small;">VERYONE<span style="font-size: small;">."</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;">Occasionally, it is our inclination to believe that due to our present or past circumstances that Jesus is for eve<span style="font-size: small;">r<span style="font-size: small;">yone else. Jesus has come<span style="font-size: small;"> sot that everyone might have an understanding of <span style="font-size: small;">God and His will. The question remains - will I (you<span style="font-size: small;">) attra<span style="font-size: small;">ct the Light and sow goodness and wellness of mind, body and spirit or will <span style="font-size: small;">I (you) quest for other paths t<span style="font-size: small;">hat lead into darkness of the mind, body and spirit. The decision is always personal and takes immense and <span style="font-size: small;">diligent effort. Neither is it a one-time decision<span style="font-size: small;">, but over and over, again and again. Leav<span style="font-size: small;">ing a damaged life behind and travelling into a new dawn, a new day is not <span style="font-size: small;">easy, but is ma<span style="font-size: small;">rked by dedication to renewal and seeking the Life of Jesus Christ<span style="font-size: small;"> our Lord and Saviour.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span> </i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">OK, OK. I admit it. I am a writer.<span> </span>However, with that secret exposed,
let's get REAL!<span> </span>After a marriage
in which I experienced verbal, physical, and emotional abuse, (during last five
years of marriage) how successful or ready for the world do you think I would
be?<span> </span>Yet, my ex-spouse had no
regret of abandoning our two children and me and with no concern for health,
wealth, or about any of our tomorrows.<span>
</span>If I had been a "pickle in a barrel", I would have been at the
bottom, bruised by the pressure of all the wonderful, great tasting
pickles.<span> </span>Lying at the bottom of
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">I just described the condition of my life
during this stage.<span> </span>"Trash".<span> </span>At least, this is how I felt.<span> </span>As reluctant as I am to admit my
plight, it was no recondite matter-of-fact or no obscurity to the acquaintances
that remained in my life.<span> </span>With
respect to my circumstances, I did regard my life to be important to my children
and my family who resided in Louisiana.<span> </span>Although, in spite of my diminished degree of
significance in the world, somewhere between "this is reality" and
being "completely bummed out", I knew that I had to find the strength
to place one foot in front of the other and begin my new walk in life.<span> </span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Now, time to get a job.<span> </span>My daughter's friend's mother was a
Vice President of Nations Bank.<span>
</span>One day while my daughter was visiting her friend, they asked the mother
if I could have an interview.<span>
</span>Fortunately, I had bank experience and it proved very beneficial in my
efforts to acquire a job. While not the greatest job that I ever had, but I
would be making $8.00 an hour as a bank teller.<span> </span>WOW!!<span> </span>Also, I
began working at Lord and Taylor to help with my children's clothing
needs.<span> </span>My daughter had a
car, so she chauffeured me around until my dad offered to purchase me a new,
but small, Chevrolet from Ray Huffines. It was not my Lincoln, but I was
thrilled.<span> </span>Moving from our 4
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Was I now ready to face the world?<span> </span>Frankly and honestly, NO!<span> </span>However, day-by-day, I began to make
"baby steps" towards a small measure of success.<span> </span>I had 100% attendance, I was good at
accounting, math, etc., and I could exhibit a strong desire to work.<span> </span>Actually, work became my new habitual
ambition.<span> </span>Confining myself to work
occupied my life and mind while helping me not to reflect on my life's
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">It is now time to explain the
"strength in the olive jar".<span>
</span>There were many aspects of my marriage that were as insidious as
"black mold".<span> </span>Such is
the fact that my husband controlled all that was placed on the dinner
table.<span> </span>If the food before him was
not to his liking, I was instantly and constantly reminded of the amazing
culinary skills of his three sisters and his mother. At first, I could live
with it, but with the gradual and cumulative effects of his actions, I grew
very weary and resented being compared to anyone.<span> </span>However, since it was his typical behaviour to compare me to
many of my friends, it was extremely difficult for me to make and maintain
meaningful friendships. I was not at a healthy place, either physically or
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">Despite all that I did not know about
myself, I knew enough to know that I loved olives.<span> </span>It would be a reasonable assumption and a brief moment
before you conclude that my ex-spouse did not like olives.<span> </span>At this time in my life, I had not
purchased a jar in years.<span>
</span>Subsequently, my trips to the grocery usually concluded with me drooling
over a jar of olives.<span> </span>However, I
could not persuade myself to touch them. Unfortunately, I had been conditioned
to think that I did not like them.<span>
</span>One day, my overwhelming desire for olives began to be an insurmountable
NEED.<span> </span>I could think of nothing
else.<span> </span>So, I walked right into that
grocery and made my way to the aisle with the olives.<span> </span>I walked by them several times before I picked up a jar and
held it for a few minutes. I stared at the olives as if the jar contained
diamonds.<span> </span>I began to cry.<span> </span>The significance of this step in my
life was like a magnetic resonance.<span>
</span>Removing that jar from my hand - no; and analogically speaking, it was
the harmony on my score of music.</span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;"><span lang="EN-GB">I was liberated, en-powered, finding me
again and so much more. I had broken through my dark veil of inhumanity and
fear of who I was as a woman. I could BE!<span>
</span>That first jar of olives was the catalyst to my new beginning.<span> </span>Sometimes it is something just so
simple that can inspire and move us into action and reaction.<span> </span>A scripture that encouraged me to
continually give God my life; Matthew 11:29 - "Take my yoke upon you and
learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for
your souls."<span> </span>This is exactly
the medicine that I needed to continue my new walk.<span> </span>I needed gentleness, not abuse.<span> </span>Understanding, not ridicule. I could go on and on. </span></span></i></div>
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here?<span> </span>I choose to see strength in
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entitled,<span style="font-size: small;"> </span>The Three S's.</span></span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB"></span></i>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-79927939911220674642012-10-04T14:38:00.001-05:002012-11-01T14:24:44.088-05:00When Love Is Not Enough, Part 1 <span style="color: #440000; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Girls, you must read this true story
from a friend who I met in bible study. The story.... amazing, her strength
is contagious and her forgiveness from her past is healing for all of us
chicks.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #440000; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">No matter what we may go through to make us the women we are today,
there is a plan God has for us when we were born. We are all on a journey to be
the best God wants us to be. We wonder why bad things happen to good
people...but God hasn't taken us this far to let us go now. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #440000; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 13.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">So...I will be making updated posts of her story as she writes from her
heart. Sometimes we don't share our most intimate feelings for fear of
people who may judge us. She is not one of those women. Confident, loving and
successful in many ways, she exhumes the Holy Spirit who lives within her and
within a few minutes of connecting our shared emotions, I asked her to write
her story for my blog. Enjoy!</span><br />
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">When I was young, I knew and understood
that my value and worth in this world originated from a bond of love innately
born within a solid Christian family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>As familiar as I was with the influences that moved me nearer and nearer
to the inevitable journey of self-discovery and awareness, the realization that
there are many "bonds of love" and family structures that are not
coeval to my own was an astonishing discovery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, as long as my intrinsic value rested peacefully within
my "bond of love", I grew to live, love, learn, and expect lifelong
bliss. </span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">As I continued through the journey of life
and as I grew into "My Own", falling in love seemed the next logical
experience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A different kind of
love than before, however it, if chosen successfully, should prove to provide
the bearers with lifelong happiness.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">After the wedding bells and after years of
living under the impression that I would always be the recipient of love and
believe in the ideology of happily married bliss, the roses in my garden began
to fade.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you asked me what
happened or to describe my experience, it would be nearly impossible to express
in words alone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The "Eyes of
Love" were altered and had become the "Eyes of a Stranger".<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Life took a turn that was never
anticipated or expected. A turn that led me into loneliness and divorce. While I
remained in love, my ex-spouse moved on with the love from another.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And he moved nearly 2,000 miles away
from our two children and me. </span></i></div>
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out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My emotions are almost too
much for me to endure and express.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">(I'm back)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So many memories that I would rather forget and erase from
my mental dairy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Memories that
were never to be a page in my book of life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But there they were.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Written, sold, placed on a shelf, purchased, and read - all in one
step.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, loneliness, depression,
emptiness, and friendlessness were never to be "MY" enemies. But they
were growing with an incessant passion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Regardless of how I tried, nagging and nagging at my inner mind and
spirit, I could not fight the fight.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It was a pointless attempt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I suppose that I could best be described as a psychological mess.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">A psychological mess is an
understatement.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>During the last
five years of our marriage, I was the recipient of verbal and physical abuse,
abandoned in a state where the only family I had were my two children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Who, and rightly so, were depending on
me for their support, love and so much more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To further my plight, I had not worked outside the home
in over 15 years and he drove away with our only car.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">So how does one react when love is not
enough.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Where does one find
reassurance when an empty "shell" would be an accurate description of
their spirit and soul? First, I am a Christian, raised in a
Christian family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Second, the only
place to fall was at the foot of the Cross, my cross.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Third, rest assured that there I could find the hope of a
new beginning, discover a new life and fill up the emptiness with the Grace of
my Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">Since that time, I have found assurance
through prayer and reading the Bible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>My favorite chapter is Psalms 91 and I read it over and over.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My favorite passage:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Proverbs 3: 5-6. I have repeated these
scriptures at least 5,000 times.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It has helped me to not give into worry and the stress of life.</span></i></div>
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<i><span lang="EN-GB">But I do understand that my story is
complex, so I think it best that it be written in a few segments.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In my next segment, I will be happy to
write about the "Strength in the Olive Jar". Until then, God Bless
and Keep You.</span></i></div>
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Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-14087444465310948832012-01-10T11:05:00.000-06:002012-01-10T11:05:55.674-06:00I would like to introduce my friend Dr. Warren Katz to you. I have known Dr. Katz and his wife for over 25 years. He is an outstanding plastic surgeon with a good reputation. <br />
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If you are looking to do any permanent procedures I would advise you to get at least 3 opinions then wait a month before you make your decision. The doctor can make all the difference. There are many corrective procedures you can have done that are not invasive and you get great results. You can also get amazing results with the correct make-up and contour effects.<br />
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Dr. Warren Katz has been practicing cosmetic and plastic surgery in Dallas for more than 25 years. He is certified by The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, The American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and The American Board of Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Katz has appeared in many national and local magazines discussing various procedures. He also appeared on CBS, NBC, ABC and CNN both performing and discussing cosmetic procedures. <br />
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I called Dr. Katz to ask him 5 of the most asked questions we get from our clients to help anyone who is thinking of different options for medical procedures.<br />
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</div><b>What is the difference between a traditional face lift and these "mini lifts" that I read about?</b><br />
<i><b>Dr. Katz</b></i>: A traditional face lift is a procedure that involves lifting a large flap of tissue in the face and neck. The muscles below the skin are tightened, excess fat is removed as well as excess skin. Implants, either synthetic implants or fat grafts, may also be utilized.<br />
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A "mini lift" has similar incisions. However the amount of tissue lifting and tightening is significantly less than a traditional lift. Therefore, the results are much less. Anesthesia is normally required for a traditional face lift. The anesthesia may be general or IV sedation. We prefer IV sedation (avoid general anesthetic). A "mini lift" can be done with only local anesthesia because much less is done. Surprisingly, the post operative course is very much the same for both procedures.<br />
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<b>What is a "liquid face lift"? Does it produce the same results as a surgical face lift?</b><br />
<i><b>Dr. Katz:</b></i> A "liquid face lift" is a process whereby fillers and neurotoxin are injected into the face to improve facial features. The results and duration of effects are, obviously, much less than with a surgical face lift. A patient should have both procedures explained before deciding on a particular procedure.<br />
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<b>Does facial plastic surgery make you look unrecognizable or different?</b><br />
<i><b>Dr. Katz:</b> </i>No. Facial plastic surgery is designed to make you look rested and refreshed. Sometimes it is performed to soften a feature of your face that concerns you. With good surgery, it should not be obvious to others that you have had surgery.<br />
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<b>Do only women have facial plastic surgery?</b><br />
<b><i>Dr. Katz:</i> </b>No. More and more men are undergoing facial plastic surgery. Today approximately 25% of our patients are men.<br />
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<b>What type of anesthesia is used for cosmetic surgery?</b><br />
<i><b>Dr. Katz:</b></i> Either IV sedation or general anesthesia is used for most cosmetic procedures, excluding very minor procedures which are performed with local anesthesia. We prefer to use IV sedation for all our surgical procedures. This is performed by an anesthesiologist. There is no patient awareness during the surgery. The patient is breathing on his/her own, and is not on a respirator. Normally this also eliminates post operative nausea and vomiting.<br />
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I have been so busy talking with women in all areas of the country and coming up with solutions to their beauty frustrations. Now I need to blog about it. We just sent out our summer Newsletter, so if you didn't get it, go to my web site, <a href="http://christiharris.com/Articles.asp?ID=157">christiharris.com</a>. I will be posting more videos that I know will help you resolve some problems you may have on a day-to-day basis with your skin, makeup, hair and brows. Let me hear from you, as well.Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-17577316040991584312011-02-18T11:41:00.001-06:002011-02-18T11:41:42.345-06:00Stylemaker SalonThrough my network of professionals in my field I have recently been introduced to Shelly Beatty owner of the Stylemaker Salon in Fort Worth, Texas. I have visited the salon and I must say this lady knows her stuff! She will tell you the truth about thinning hair, hair replacement, extensions and is able to back up her promises. I was amazed with the results she has had. The before and afters speak for themselves. She is an amazing woman that I just had to interview and share her story with all of you. I asked Shelly to share with me her background and I asked her 8 questions everyone needs to know. Chicks share this info with your husbands and friends who may be experiencing thinning hair. I would certainly go for a consultation if you are frustrated. She has clients from all over the U.S. who are happy with hair now.<br />
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Shelly's success - as a stylist and a business owner - is due in large part to her deep and genuine care for her clients. She understands the intense relationship between a person's hair and their self-image. That's why she has worked extensively to bring the highest quality Hair Replacement options and Laser Hair Therapy technology to Fort Worth and now specializes in working with men and women who suffer all forms of hair loss and balding.<br />
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Shelly trains monthly and extensively with the Specialty Physicians from the Hair loss Control Clinic in New York, New York and with other Hair Restoration Industry leaders in order to understand the causes of hair loss and to offer insight for clients who are seeking answers. Shelly is able to fully explain the causes of hair loss and offer direction to clients who are seeking hair recovery. During an in depth Hair Loss Exam, she will examine the client's hair follicle at a 200X magnification in order to show the client what is happening at the follicular level of the hair. With this information, she can determine what is causing the hair loss and offer the best options for the client.<br />
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<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i> </b>At this time there is no cure for baldness. However, it has been proven that hair loss can be stopped and/or reversed with Laser Hair Therapy (LHT) but only if the hair loss is caught before the follicles go completely dormant (bald). Once the follicles have been dormant for 5 years or more there is still the opportunity to stop the loss but very little chance of regaining hair. The best time to address hair loss with LHT is within 1-3 years of experiencing the hair loss onset.<br />
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<b>What is the best way to make thin hair look fuller?</b><br />
<i><b>Shelly Beatty: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">If you want an instant "lift" to the hair, use a root lift product on the base area of the hair. Then style your hair with a large round brush to add fullness. Always use an IONIC blow dryer as well. This will make the process of drying your fine hair less damaging since fine hair is much more sensitive to heat damage. </span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">If you want more of a permanent solution to thin hair, utilize LHT to strengthen and thicken your hair. This will take a little time...approximately 3-6 months. And lastly you could add Micro-Point extensions to add more hair instantly. These extensions are very fine and lightweight and therefore will not damage the clients own hair. You can use extensions to add thickness and fullness in addition to making hair longer. Always use a CERTIFIED EXTENSION SPECIALIST when applying extensions.</span></i><br />
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<b>If hair is really thin, especially on top, should you try Rogaine?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> The FDA has only approved two treatments for the condition of hair loss: Rogaine (Minoxidil) and Laser Hair Therapy (LHT). We suggest Minoxidil when the hair loss has been occurring for more than 5 years and there is an actual missing area of hair. Minoxidil is a lifelong commitment. Once you start using it you should never stop or you may lose the vast majority of the hair it stimulated to regrow. We recommend using LHT to actually repair the dormant follicles which have stopped producing hair. LHT does not have any negative effects and many times can reverse the hair loss issue and correct the follicle long term.<br />
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<b>If hair has been thinning for more than 10 years, should you do a hair transplant?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> Women are rarely candidates for hair transplantation because their loss is typically diffused and will continue to worsen. Therefore at some point the transplant would have to be redone. Men typically do better with transplants because they have entire areas of missing hair. However, be aware that if when transplants are performed, if hair is currently present in the transplant area, that hair will continue to experience loss thus resulting in additional transplants procedures.<br />
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<b>Does stress cause hair loss?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> YES! When the body is under duress it creates a larger amount of testosterone which then gets converted to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). The androgen receptors at the base of the hair follicles are very sensitive to DHT. When too much DHT is present it binds onto the androgen receptors. This causes shrinking of the hair follicles and prohibits new hair growth. This is the largest cause of hair loss. Determine if you have this first by having a hair loss exam and then use a recommended DHT blocker to protect your androgen receptors which are located at the base of your hair follicles.<br />
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<b>Does Menopause cause hair loss?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> Many times it can simply because hormone levels are not as they should be. It is suggested that women have their hormones checked and if the hormones are "off" seek advice from your physician to correct them.<br />
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<b>If you have Alopecia and have patches of missing hair, what else is out there besides just wearing a wig?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> Wearing a wig definitely gives you an instant "fix". However, it is not very conducive to an active lifestyle. We suggest a complete hair transformation with Natural Advantage. This hair replacement service is amazing and beautiful. It will give you back your lifestyle and confidence as your new hair is attached and will not come off until we take it off. You can shower, swim and sleep with your new hair without worry of it ever coming off. It simply becomes a part of you!<br />
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<b>How do you find a hairpiece that looks natural?</b><br />
<b><i>Shelly Beatty:</i></b> The best way to get a completely natural look with a hair piece is to have one custom made just for you. At Stylemakers a professional hair replacement specialist can design a hair piece that will blend right in to your own hair. When done correctly, no one will be able to tell you are wearing one. Here's a fun fact: Many people in the movies and TV wear hair pieces that are designed by the pros. But since they look so natural you will never know!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Visit Shelly and her talented team at Stylemaker Salon</div><div style="text-align: left;">1201 West Lancaster, Fort Worth, Texas 76102 - 817.332.9100</div><div style="text-align: left;">or check out her website at <a href="http://stylemakersalon.com/">stylemakersalon.com</a>.</div>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-66788316963555737822011-01-05T12:33:00.001-06:002011-01-05T12:35:49.525-06:00Giveaway Winner<div style="text-align: center;">CONGRATULATIONS to Libbi!</div><div style="text-align: center;">She is our December giveaway winner. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">She will be receiving $300 in product from my website www.christiharris.com. Everyone stay updated on my posts and future giveaways. I'll be doing some really great interviews with very inspirational women that we can learn so much from and the conversation is always open to all.</div>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-29736520495183534202010-12-30T14:20:00.000-06:002010-12-30T14:20:37.008-06:00It Is Time To Be Fruit Filled<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TRutaIvyNtI/AAAAAAAAACE/G51rmRqNSt8/s1600/Fruits-Blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TRutaIvyNtI/AAAAAAAAACE/G51rmRqNSt8/s1600/Fruits-Blog.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div>My mom lives with me. She is 92 and looks like she is no more than 75. We are both very health conscious and do whatever we can to stay healthy and strong. She has said she needs a husband (since my Dad died) and I have said I need a wife (since my divorce), so we make a good team. To this day she makes sure I eat right. She makes a fruit drink every night so it will be ready for breakfast. The fruit drink she makes consists of apples, bananas, grapes (seeded), oranges, strawberries and blackberries. You can use any fruit you choose really. She also adds Puritan's Pride Soy Protein Powder and Lecithin Granules, Osteo Bi-Flex Nutrajoint, which has Glucosamine, Vitamin D3, Acai and Life's Greens with advanced Probiotic Formula. I love Puritan's Pride! They are an affordable vitamin company that has a huge selection of vitamins. You can order through their catalog or online.<br />
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This fruit drink helps cleanse my system and is high in <a href="http://www.acidalkalinediet.com/">alkaline</a>. Plus it really works to lose weight, too. I drink this every morning on an empty stomach and when I read the below info I smiled and said "Thank you Mama!"<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Dr Stephen Mak treats terminally ill cancer patients by an "un-orthodox" way and many patients have recovered. He believes in natural healing in the body against illnesses. See the article below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">We all think eating fruit means just buying fruit, cutting it and just popping it</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">What is the correct way of eating fruits? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">IT MEANS NOT EATING FRUITS AFTER YOUR MEALS! * </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">FRUITS SHOULD BE EATEN ON AN EMPTY STOMACH. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">If you eat fruit like that, it will play a major role to detoxify your system, supplying you with a great deal of energy for weight loss and other life activities. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">FRUIT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT FOOD. Let's say you eat two slices of bread and then a slice of fruit. The slice of fruit is ready to go straight through the stomach into the intestines, but it is prevented from doing so. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">In the meantime the whole meal rots and ferments and turns to acid. The minute the fruit comes into contact with the food in the stomach and digestive juices, the entire mass of food begins to spoil.... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">So please eat your fruits on an empty stomach or before your meals! You have heard people complaining — every time I eat watermelon I burp, when I eat durian my stomach bloats up, when I eat a banana I feel like running to the toilet, etc — actually all this will not arise if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach. The fruit mixes with the putrefying other food and produces gas and hence you will bloat! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Graying hair, balding, nervous outburst, and dark circles under the eyes - all these will NOT happen if you take fruits on an empty stomach. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">There is no such thing as some fruits, like orange and lemon, that are acidic, because all fruits become alkaline in our body, according to Dr. Herbert Shelton who did research on this matter. If you have mastered the correct way of eating fruits, you have the Secret of beauty, longevity, health, energy, happiness and normal weight. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">When you need to drink fruit juice - drink only fresh fruit juice, NOT from the cans. Don't even drink juice that has been heated up. Don't eat cooked fruits because you don't get the nutrients at all. You only get to taste. Cooking destroys all the vitamins. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">But eating a whole fruit is better than drinking the juice. If you should drink the juice, drink it mouthful by mouthful slowly, because you must let it mix with your saliva before swallowing it. You can go on a 3-day fruit fast to cleanse your body. Just eat fruits and drink fruit juice throughout the 3 days and you will be surprised when your friends tell you how radiant you look! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">KIWI: Tiny but mighty. This is a good source of potassium, magnesium, vitamin E & fiber. Its vitamin C content is twice that of an orange. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">APPLE: An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Although an apple has a low vitamin C content, it has antioxidants & flavonoids which enhances the activity of vitamin C thereby helping to lower the risks of colon cancer, heart attack & stroke. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">STRAWBERRY: Protective Fruit. Strawberries have the highest total antioxidant power among major fruits & protect the body from cancer-causing, blood vessel-clogging free radicals. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">ORANGE : Sweetest medicine. Taking 2-4 oranges a day may help keep colds away, lower cholesterol, prevent & dissolve kidney stones as well as lessens the risk of colon cancer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">WATERMELON: Coolest thirst quencher. Composed of 92% water, it is also packed with a giant dose of glutathione, which helps boost our immune system. They are also a key source of lycopene — the cancer fighting oxidant. Other nutrients found in watermelon are vitamin C & Potassium. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">GUAVA & PAPAYA: Top awards for vitamin C. They are the clear winners for their high vitamin C content. Guava is also rich in fiber, which helps prevent constipation. Papaya is rich in carotene; this is good for your eyes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Don’t Drink Cold water after a meal. Can you believe this?? For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you. It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">A serious note about heart attacks - HEART ATTACK PROCEDURE': (THIS IS NOT A JOKE!) Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting. Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line. You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. Sixty percent of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know the better chance we could survive. </span>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-38853863970051720972010-12-27T09:40:00.000-06:002010-12-27T09:40:10.011-06:00Tis' the Season to Give<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuaiGnI7_I/AAAAAAAAABk/WydAmzeh4kI/s1600/Gift+and+Bulbs-BLOG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuaiGnI7_I/AAAAAAAAABk/WydAmzeh4kI/s1600/Gift+and+Bulbs-BLOG.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Christmas brings the giving spirit out in all of us. I love to hear from people about their life lessons, trials, successes, how they achieved happiness and found their passion. We can learn so much from each other, whether it's advice we are giving or just listening to one another. Getting involved is the best thing chicks can do. Merry Christmas to everyone! I wish you all the best Holiday Season ever!<br />
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I decided this Christmas I'm going to give a lucky winner $300 in free product from my website. To be a part of my giveaway and future giveaways, follow my blog and get involved.Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-15575753896640880342010-12-17T14:58:00.001-06:002010-12-17T15:04:44.268-06:00Time in Houston<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've had so much fun visiting my Houston Beaute Playground! Houston is such a beautiful city and a great shopping area for the holidays. I've been so busy. We were the exclusive brow artist team this year at the Nutcracker Market where we met a ton of beautiful and kind Texas women...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzucpqotI/AAAAAAAAAB0/EF7SIZed1FM/s1600/CH+in+BP+Houston.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzucpqotI/AAAAAAAAAB0/EF7SIZed1FM/s1600/CH+in+BP+Houston.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was a guest on <i>Great Day Houston</i> for makeup tips and for "<i>Deborah's Favorite Things</i>". I'm so proud of my National Makeup Artist and Artistic Director for being the official makeup artist for Great Day Houston. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzAE1SBOI/AAAAAAAAABo/5QzcSa5BoXs/s1600/GDH-BLOG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzAE1SBOI/AAAAAAAAABo/5QzcSa5BoXs/s1600/GDH-BLOG.jpg" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzCWqAvnI/AAAAAAAAABs/t43T-plUjTM/s1600/GDH-Xmas-BLOG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzCWqAvnI/AAAAAAAAABs/t43T-plUjTM/s1600/GDH-Xmas-BLOG.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I just can't tell you how many amazing women (and men) I've met this season while spreading Christmas Beauty. I met a couple of Chick-Fil-A Santa Cows, the Tom Thumb mascot and a Salvation Army Santa spreading their message to all...and some very handsome marines at their Toys For Tots toy drive. In many mad rushes I've had to do my hair in the car. Don't follow my example ladies. It's much easier and safer to do hair in your bathroom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzdIWqd0I/AAAAAAAAABw/atzHi_Ts-n8/s1600/Chick+Fil+A+moo+cows.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuzdIWqd0I/AAAAAAAAABw/atzHi_Ts-n8/s1600/Chick+Fil+A+moo+cows.jpg" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuz6eMClSI/AAAAAAAAAB4/3nKs_r6-D60/s1600/Hair-BLOG.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_L0gwhU5MYyo/TQuz6eMClSI/AAAAAAAAAB4/3nKs_r6-D60/s1600/Hair-BLOG.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My dear friend Michael Kemper, owner of the Michael Kemper Salon in Highland Village, took me around Houston in a whirl wind of Christmas parties. One was hosted by Kenneth Cole for the Diana Foundation. The Diana Foundation is one of the oldest organizations to raise money for aids awareness. I was the only chick at the party, lucky me getting all the attention. LOL. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div>Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-9444256638295294922010-12-07T10:22:00.000-06:002010-12-07T10:22:51.765-06:00Alkaline WaterI want to share this very important information as it could save your life. I started eating mostly alkaline foods and drinking alkaline water about a year ago and I can't begin to tell you how easy it is to stay thin and have tons of energy. It is no joke and the most healthy way...or the only way to eat.<br />
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I knew a woman who was diagnosed with cancer and was given 6 months to live. Her husband and 5 small children were devastated. After researching and grasping for any and everything to help her, the husband found that cancer cannot live in an alkaline body but thrives and grows in an acidic body. This was 5 years ago.<br />
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My brother is a health freak...in the family of freaks, me being the brow freak. He began researching more about alkaline water and foods and now I have an Alkaline Ionizer water machine. Wow, you can't believe how great the taste is and how it cleanses my body. Most of the Alkaline Ionizers are around $2000 to $4000. My brother can get 20 ionizers for $1247 which is a terrific price compared to the other ionizers on the market. He has a friend who owns a distributorship in Dallas.<br />
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I am so passionate about alkaline water and what it has done for me that I really want everyone to know about it. Check out this website to see more on alkaline diets and water <a href="http://www.acidalkalinediet.com/">www.acidalkalinediet.com</a>. I've also listed some books to the right that are great to find out more info on alkaline water and diets. If you have any questions post them and I will get you the answer.Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1619072850147615901.post-19253009786765331152010-11-22T13:43:00.001-06:002010-11-22T16:37:34.440-06:00My Blog DebutTo all my <i>chic</i> CHicks-friends, fans and beautiful customers, new and loyal! This is the debut of my Blog, "CHicks Helping Other CHicks". Blog, Blog, Blog...so much to read, discover, and learn from the Bloggers, and now, I am entering into that very world to reach out to CHicks. Those of you who are familiar with the Christi Harris philosophy, <i>See It. Learn It. Do It.</i>, know that I am all about education in all things beauty. Writing curriculum for self-improvement schools helped me find my passion at a very early age and thus launched my entire career! It was from those first experiences that I saw the need to educate women, eliminating their beauty frustrations and simplifying their lives!<br />
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However...life is not <i>all</i> about outward aesthetics and beauty. It is recognizing oneself as a unique and special woman who has been put on this earth to seek and fulfill the gifts God has given her. We must uncover ourselves to discover our passions. And as many have witnessed, that realization takes place at different ages and different stages along our journey. How many of us actually find it? How do we find it? And once we do, the how do we share it with the people our gifts can aid? A very well-known columnist once told me, "Girls who don't have girlfriends cannot be trusted." Wow. Strong? Yes. But I do tend to agree. So, let's be friends and share what we know in an effort to help others find their exceptional gifts! Doesn't matter if we have or haven't been formally introduced-you can lend an ear, share your knowledge and passions to other CHicks and who knows? The information you provide can brighten a cloudy day, genuinely help others and maybe even change a life for the better, forever. That's the power of "CHicks Helping Other CHicks."<br />
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Throughout the years I have met so many women, each who offer different talents. I have learned from their generosity. I am motivated by them to continue to reach higher to further my education bases and share my experiences, both beauty and business. We can each learn from the other giving away our multitudes of experiences. Hence, my Blog. It is all about you. Well, and thousands of other women who are eager to help each other. There is no power quite like women banding together for a common goal. I believe aligning ourselves with others can manifest into great, great things.<br />
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So, if you're ready to get started, then send your ideas, questions, answers, tricks, and thoughts my way because I will be interviewing women throughout the U.S. be they captains of industry, busy moms, teens, celebrities, beauty editors, physicians, and professional in all fields. Men are welcome to join in this exchange! Adding the male dynamic helps us create a balanced perspective in so many areas of our lives. Nothing is too weird, too crazy, too simple, or too complex to ask. We will find real, useful, effective answers together...answers that make sense. I am much more about making sense than cents! My peeps know that my passion has always been immediate, straight-forward results. I care to share so join me! I welcome you and your voice to "CHicks Helping Other CHicks."Christi Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09758138349616946496noreply@blogger.com0