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Everyone's scared of getting older, and anyone who says's they aren't is lying to you. Wrinkles, hair loss, brittle bones, sagging breasts...seriously, who is looking forward to that? I sure as hell am not. At least there are things we can do to combat how fast we age and how. Take a look at these 5 foods that fight aging.

Avocado
This fruit, yes fruit because it has a seed, seems to turn up on a lot of lists. Not only will it keep you ready for some hot lovin' but it will keep you looking good enough for hot lovin' as well. Avocados are a good source of the "Master Antioxidant" glutathione, an natural anti aging compound. Avocados are also a source of L-cysteine, which helps protect your body from the harmful effects of pollution, chemicals, radiation, alcohol, and smoke. It also encourages healthy hair and nail growth. Nothing yes "youthful" like a full head of luxurious hair.

Apricots
I am not a big fan of this fruit, maybe because I've only every tried the dehydrated version of it. But regardless of the taste, eat up. Research has shown that apricots have the highest levels and widest variety of carotenoids of any food. What the hell are Carotenoids? They're antioxidants that help prevent heart disease, reduce "bad cholesterol" levels, and protect against cancer. All things that will age the hell out of you, mostly because they lead to death, and nothing ages you faster than the look of rotting flesh.

Nuts
Toned biceps equal an awesome body, which puts you in the Hot Mom category by default, and when you're hot no one cares how old you are because "hotness" surpasses the pettiness of "age." Stocking up on nuts will help increase muscle tone. Many nuts and seeds are rich sources of vitamin E, lignants and omega-3 fatty acids, which protect you from the ravages of aging.

Apples
The saying is true in this case. "An apple a day keeps the plastic surgeon away." Gobbling these down, two or three at a time will keep you young and healthy for years. Apples have also been linked to keeping fat from forming  in the abdominal section.





Berries
Berry season is in full swing, which is great because they too are bursting with antioxidants and flavonoids. These flavonoids are more potent than vitamins C and E, and they also help to reduce inflammation - more effectively even than aspirin! Say goodbye to the bags under your eyes.

I have not had the pleasure of sitting through Carson Kressley's Lifetime series "How To Look Good Naked." But I can only imagine that it is full of warm fuzzy phrases to lift our spirits and strategically placed "girlfriends!" followed by three snaps in a "Z" formation. While Mr. Carson is well versed on the ways of the fashion world, I have this to offer. I've found that while naked, my body looks best when no one's looking at it. Do what I do and scream "Oh my God don't look, cover your eyes," while I run over and turn off the the lights. There, problem solved.

Anti-wrinkle creams and potions are all over the cosmetic shelves these days.  There are anti wrinkle creams for the eyes, neck, hands and even thighs.  It would only make sense that now there's anti-wrinkle cream for your lips. 

MDSkincare's Serious Lip Treatment is just the stuff you need if you've gone anti-wrinkle cream crazy.  It plumps up lips, hydrates and softens, and helps reduce the appearence of fine lines. 

Your lips will be kissable and wrinkle free in no time!

Have you been to Lush? Lush is absolutely the best bath product store out there!  They make the most fun, best smelling, almost edible bath treats.  How about bubble bath in a bar?  Break off a piece of these flower topped bubble bath bars and enjoy a citrus scented, ultra moisturizing bubble bath.  The cupcake face mask is my other favorite.  It's a deep cleaning chocolate mask made from the real deal.  It smells so good and it leaves your face feeling unbelievably fresh.  You'll be good enough to eat in no time! 

   

One thing is for sure, there is no shortage of strange things in the world.  I think Cat Wigs fall under the category of very strange things. 

I have great affection for my cat.  I absolutely love her.  I even go so far as to have a special harness that I put on her to take her for walks around the neighborhood.  That's a little over the top, right?

Well if you think that's over the top, check out Cat Wigs.  Yes,  you read correctly, wigs for your cat.  Why?  Why not?  After you order your cat a new do in pink, blonde, or blue, check out these homemeade cat food recipes.  You'll become a crazy cat person in no time! 

If you're anything like me, you love going to the spa for fancy treatments, but let's face it, it's not always in the budget.  It turns out, if you have a gallon of milk and a bath tub, you're ready to  create that fancy spa experience at home- and for only the price of a gallon of milk!

So what's so great about milk?  Besides being delicious on a bowl of cerael, milk contains mild acids that are great for the skin.  Alpha hydroxy acids, called lactic acids in milk act as a gentle cleanser for the skin while beta hydroxy acids work to exfoliate the skin.   Milk has been used for centuries to soothe and moisturize the skin.  Cleopatra used to bath in goat's milk, so you're in good company!

Here's How-

Simply warm 1 quart of milk in a sauce pan.  You don't need the milk to boil, just heat it gently.  While the milk is heating, start the bath water.  Once the milk is warm, add it to the bath water and just like that you've got a luxurious bath!

For extra fragrance, add a few tablespoons of honey, a few drops of citrus oil or crushed mint leaves.  And of course you'll need some soap!  Try handmade honey soap from Lush.  You'll be in heaven before you know it!

There are only a few weeks left until it’s officially summer, but the temperatures are already sweltering. The second you step outside you feel like you’re melting. You’re not melting but your make-up definitely is. How do you keep your make-up from running down your face all summer long? Check out these tips to look flawless all summer long.

1. Everyone knows, in order to protect your skin against harmful UVA and UVB rays you should slather on some sunscreen. For the summer months, invest in an SPF moisturizer with an SPF factor of 15 or higher to combat skin damage. Your future self will thank you.

2. One of the mistakes women make in how they apply their summer make-up is too much layering; first is the sunscreen, then concealer, then foundation, and finally a powder finish. All you need for glowing summer skin is a tinted moisturizer and light brush of bronzer to finish the look. Lightening your make-up load will leave you looking young and fresh.

3. You can polish off your summer make-up look with a sweep of eye shadow. Go for a neutral shade, which are perfect for summer. Draw a soft line around the eyes and finish them off with a bit of waterproof mascara, in brown-black or brown, add a touch of gloss to your lips and you’re all done.

When I'm riding around town in my car I'm bombarded with commercials about cosmetic surgery. Well after months of this, my curiosity was finally peaked. I have to admit, when I look in the mirror I analyze my size 8 figure. I pinch the fat around my stomach and turn to the side to check out my silhouette. Does that make me vain? No, I think it just makes me human.  So, Monday I spent my day getting info about lipodissolve treatments.

The idea of a "doctor" stabbing me with a rod to loosen fat and then suck it out is frightening. This new technique, that is catching on, is designed to literally dissolve the fat away. You are injected with a series of shots spread out over months, which hardens the fat and then passes it through the body. Of course it sounds like a miracle, in theory, and it has me salivating at the thought of finally being rid of that bit of chub between my underarms and chest, one of the downsides of having fantabulously large natural breasts. If you're as curious about this new trend as I am, check out the pros and cons here.

Ok, so it's not officially Summer yet but it's pretty close. So before the even hotter days get here, there are a few hair myths that need to be dispelled or proven. Separating fact from fiction will help to keep your hair looking luxe all summer long.

Myth: Sunscreen sprays work on hair.
Truth: SPF is only measurable on skin, not hair. Therefore, douse your locks with a leave in conditioner so there is a physical barrier between your hair and the sun.

Myth: Rinsing hair before swimming reduces chlorine damage.
Truth: Saturating your hair before hitting an overly chlorinated pool will keep the absorption to a minimum.

Myth: A full 15 minutes is needed for a deep conditioner to work.
Truth: "Any amount of time you can dedicate to deep conditioning is good.  It's better than nothing -- just like exercise," says Amy Abramite, Creative Director of Chicago's Maxine Salon.

Now I'm a girl that is loyal, so when I love something it's hard to separate me from it. Mascara is one of the beauty products it took me a long time to appreciate. But when I finally decided to don it, at the age of 20ish, it became a product I couldn't live without. For my mascara needs I have always used Maybelline...basic black in the pink bottle. According to Marie Claire, CoverGirl's Lashblast in black is the new "IT" mascara. Looks like these two are going to head to head, or lash to lash. All I can say is may the best mascara win.