5 Most Common Make-up Sins

Let's admit it, a lot of us are guilty of one or more of these make-up sins. Fret not! It's not too late to be reformed.

1. Sharing Isn’t Caring.

At least not when make-up is concerned. If you're always borrowing your friends make-up or vice versa, you might want to re-consider after reading on. Coming in contact with shared make – up is the easiest way of spreading germs, bacteria and developing serious infections.  

The highest risk area is your eyes, common viral infections such as conjunctivitis or pinkeye are extremely contagious. If you are stuck in a situation where sharing make – up is inevitable, insist the other person use antibacterial sanitizer to clean brushes first. Pencil sharpeners are also handy to guarantee a bacteria-free fresh tip. 

Now think about this the next time someone offers you to share their make-up.

      2. Applying on the Drive

DON'T DO IT , 

it is a dangerously silly idea and a bad way to get attention. Hitting a bump on the road or being distracted may cause harm not only to you but to drivers around you. 

In 2009, Telegraph.co.uk reported a survey that indicates half a million road crashes are caused by women drivers applying make-up. A shocking viral Youtube video was made prior to the report by popular make-up artist Nikkie in conjuction with Volkswagen. 

Remember , no make up looks good enough with a scratched eyeball!

3. Old and Gone

Your face is not a recycle bin for old mouldy make - up.

Yes we all know make-up can be costly. But keeping them for too long just so you can save buying new ones will do more harm than good. Most make – up have a jar symbol, to indicate the life expectancy ( in months)  of that item. You should also keep track of when you opened the make – up.  Here’s a simple chart to help you :

Category	Life - expectancy
Mascara	3 months
Blush/Bronzer	Powder 2 yrs ; Cream 1 yr
Foundation	Powder 2 yrs ; Cream 1 yr
Concealer	12-18 months
Eye Pencils	1 year
Eye Shadow	Powder 3mths - 1 yr ; Cream 6 mths
Liquid Eyeliner	3 months
Make up sponge	1 month (Wash after each use)
Lipstick	1 - 2 years
Lip Gloss	1 year
Lip Liner	1 year
Lip Balm	18 months
Nail Polish	1 year

Throw away your make – up if the colour or consistency changes and starts to smell.  That extra cost of buying a new set is more worthwhile than visiting the doctor after a skin infection from expired make-up.

4. Make-up Laundry

Now you wouldn’t want to be dusting bacteria all over your face, so make sure to clean brushes and applicators regularly. Use hot soapy water or professional cleaners after each use and replace used sponges with new ones. Make sure to get all the soap off after each wash to prevent irritation to skin and eyes.

5. Don’t expose

Keep make – up in containers that are tightly shut and store in cool, dry places. Heat and light can kill preservatives that aid in fighting bacteria while warmth and moisture is a bacteria breeding ground. If you use a hair spray or aerosol spray, do not use it near heat or while smoking as they may catch on fire.

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Why Kegel Devices?

One of the frequently asked questions is why a Kegel device is needed to help with our pelvic floor exercise. Read on to find out what many women still do not know .

How Kegel Devices help with Pelvic Floor Exercise

Pelvic floor exercises are one of the most beneficial exercises women can do. The pelvic floor muscle helps control the bladder, supports the fetus during pregnancy, and pushes the baby out during childbirth. It also plays a key role in maintaining the quality of sexual experience. In addition to that, it helps support the spine in its proper position, helping to prevent back pain. Given the importance of this muscle, it isn’t surprising that doctors often recommend every women to do pelvic floor exercises regularly, especially after giving birth.

Kegel Devices such as the Vibrance Kegel Device by Bioinfinity are designed to help women do pelvic floor exercises effectively. They help locate the pelvic floor muscle, which can be hard to identify otherwise. 

(Credit Pn Suhaila, HUKM Physiotherapist)

Kegel devices help identify and correct common errors in pelvic floor exercise

Studies show up to 30% of women use the wrong muscle group, reaping no benefit from their efforts. 

They also provide resistance for the muscle to work against. Resistive exercises help to strengthen the muscle steadily, similar to lifting weights to the gym. The resistance helps stimulate the growth of muscle fibres to cope with the greater load. With a Kegel Device, pelvic floor exercises become reliable & effective, giving you the confidence that you are 

doing it right. 

The Vibrance Kegel Device uses a vibration biofeedback to signal that the user is contracting her pelvic floor muscles correctly. It also comes with 3 Strength Enhancing Sheaths to build up pelvic floor muscle strength.

 For its innovative design, the Vibrance Kegel Device received a Silver Medal at the 2012 Medical Design Excellence Awards in the United States. 

Start doing your exercises accurately and regularly  today, get the Vibrance Kegel Device at leading hospitals , neighbourhood pharmacies or online purchase HERE.

To find out more about the Vibrance Kegel Device, please call 1700 81 4321 or visit www.mybioinfinity.com.

Top 10 Aphrodisiacs to Improve Your Sexy Time

The food you consume plays a huge role on your sex life. It affects your hormones, chemistry , energy and arousal levels. Here are the top 10 aphrodisiac foods to help you and your partner achieve that extra kick in the bedroom.

10 . Garlic

Surprised? Many of us think garlic would ruin an intimate lip lock, however it contains allicin which improves blood circulation including to sexual organs. Note that the garlic is best finely chopped to release allicin. Try including it in pasta sauces or meat dishes.  Get rid of the odour by popping some mints before your love – making session.

9. Chilli peppers

What better food to spice things up?Fiery Chillies contain capsaicin , a substance in hot peppers which induce the release of  endorphins in the brain, creating a euphoric feeling. It also stimulate nerve endings and increases heart rate, making your blood pump, body sweaty and excitable during your love –making . Try grounding chilli peppers into sauces or if you’re up for it, eat it raw.

8. Fatty Fish

Oily coldwater fish such as sardines , salmon, mackerel and tuna are rich in omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. These help increase dopamine levels in the brain , triggering sexual arousal and is healthy for your heart. Essential fatty acids help produce sex hormones in men and women, improve circulation and reduce symptoms of depression. Try it cold with crackers or salad accompanied by some wine to set a sensual mood for you and your partner.

7. Almonds

Females are often passionately drawn to the smell of almonds. Almond- scented candles can help build up the bedroom mood for you and your partner. Aside from that, eating almonds raw also helps healthy production of hormones in men and women.  They are also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids which improve blood flow down low and gives you that extra boost of energy in the bedroom. Try mixing them in salads or eat them raw with no added salt or sweetness.

6. Figs

Figs has a long history of being a symbol of fertility and love. They are known as Cleopatra’s favourite fruit and used at weddings in certain countries.  Figs are an excellent source of amino acids that increase libido as well as have positive effects on your hormonal and metabolic systems. Try eating it fresh and raw to improve sexual stamina.

5. Banana

Most people contribute banana as an aphrodisiac due to its suggestive shape. However, bananas contain potassium, magnesium and Vitamin B that heightens energy levels and produce that feel – good feeling. Bananas also contrains bromelain enzyme that increases libido and prevents impotence in men. Try making banana milkshakes for you and your partner adding milk and honey for a sweet indulgence.

4. Avocado

"The name avocado is derived from the Aztec or Nahuatl word “ahuacatl, ” literally translating as “testicle tree.”  This is may be partly due to the fruit’s resemblance to a testicle.  It may also be part of the reason that the Aztecs considered the avocado to be “the fruit of the kings” and consumed it as a sexual stimulant.  Furthermore, Aztec families would not allow their virgin daughters outside of the house during harvesting season because avocados were considered to be a “fertility fruit.” "

(Avocado.com, History Of the Avocado)

This stimulating fruit is one of the top source of omega – 3 fatty acids, minerals, and Vitamin B6 , a nutrient that increases male hormone production as well as potassium which helps regulate women’s thyroid gland. All these increase libido and keep your energy levels up for you and your partner. Try mixing it into salads or cut it in half and feed each other during foreplay.

3. Honey

The origin of aphrodisiac comes from the Greek Goddess of sexual love and beauty – Aphrodite. Honey was said to be the nectar of Aphrodite. Its sticky , runny and deliciously sweet liquid texture is one of the most indulging seductive foods to put you in the mood. It is also a great source of boron, a trace mineral that metabolizes estrogen in the body. Honey also contains Vitamin B needed for enhancing testosterone levels , promoting orgasms in both men and women. Try mixing some hot honey drinks or eat a spoonful before heading to bed with your partner.

2. Raw Oysters

Some people have dubbed oysters as the ultimate aphrodisiac due to their resemblance to the female genitalia. However it’s not the shape that puts them in the list of sexy foods. Oysters hold more zinc than most foods, a mineral that helps the male body produce testosterones that in turn fuels the sex drive of both men and women. Zinc also promotes healthy sperm production and build libido. Try half a dozen of raw oysters with lemon and dashes of tabasco, this will provide double the recommended daily allowance of 15 mg zinc.

1. Chocolate

Devouring this dark, delicious dessert can put you and your partner in a sensual mood. A 2007 British study conducted brain scans and tested heart rates of couples while they kissed passionately as well as ate chocolate. The study found that both men and women were more stimulated when chocolate melted in their mouth compared to while engaged in a kiss.

Chocolate contains phenylethylamine , a psycho - stimulant with an amphetamine-like affect that gives you a feeling of falling in love. It releases dopamine in the pleasure centers of the brain that peaks during orgasm. Also , containing tryptophan which helps your body produce serotonin (a natural feel – good chemical) that encourages sexual arousal and relaxation. Try feeding each other chocolate during foreplay or melt chocolate to make chocolate sauce.

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Overcoming the "I" Word.

Incontinence.

When we see or hear about urinary leak, most of us either become fearful, embarrassed or ignorant.  

However, ignorance and embarrassment will only result in prolonging the worsening condition. Instead of hiding it , women should take charge and rectify the problem by understanding and treating it.

Over 200 million people worldwide are affected with bladder control problems (World Health Organization , 1998)

The approximate annual cost of the condition in the United States has been estimated at $11.2 billion in the community and $5.2 billion in nursing homes.  Most of the cost goes to purchasing pads and diapers which does not directly treat weakened pelvic floor muscles. 

What, Why, How?

Incontinence means loss of bladder control, being unable to hold your urine long enough to get to the ladies. 

Stress incontinence is loss of urine after physical exertion such as coughing, sneezing , laughing, exercise, and body movements that put pressure on the bladder. It is the most common type of incontinence in young, middle-age and older women. It can happen to anyone and is closely related to natural childbirth and menopause. Women affected  have to control basic daily functions such as laughter, urge to cough and sneeze, lifting heavy objects,distrupting the natural daily flow of one’s life.

Urge incontinence is the strong, sudden need to urinate due to bladder spasms or contractions and people who have this condition usually can’t hold their urine long enough to arrive at the toilet in  time. They also tend to have more urinary tract infections and skin problems than other people. It can happen to anyone even healthy people and it is closely related to people who have diabetes, stroke, Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis. It may also be an early sign of bladder cancer.

Many women presume that urinary incontinence only affects older women, however incontinence increasingly affects younger women now as early as 16 years old. 

http://news.health.com/2012/07/17/incontinence-affects-young-childless-women-too/

How does it affect me?

      1. Shying away from social conditions


      2. Toilet mapping  (knowing where toilets are   beforehand when going to a place.

    
    3. Decreased sexual contact.



      4. Reduce liquid intake.


    5. Giving up hobbies that require physical     exertion.

    
   6. Extra financial cost for medication and  diapers.



    7. Avoiding long distance travelling

How Can I Prevent or Cure Incontinence?

Kegel Exercise.

Severe incontinence can be very harmful to one’s health, and with the increasing rate of incontinence amongst women, it is highly advisable to start Kegels earlier to avoid complications and maintain healthy pelvic floor muscles. 

A study published in the British Medical Journal in 1999 confirms Kegels as the primary cure for incontinence :

“Pelvic Floor Exercises are more effective than electrical stimulation, vaginal cones and no treatment for women with genuine stress incontinence. As such, exercise seems to be safe and effective it should be offered as first choice of treatment for genuine stress incontinence.”

Just like any other exercise, Kegels help strengthen and tone your pelvic floor muscles. For more information visit http://www.mybioinfinity.com and start your Kegel routine today.

Beauty Comes From Within

Since the time of Adonis, beauty has been the goal of men and women alike. In the quest for beauty, often, great effort and attention has been paid to outer appearances. However, it has long been known that for permanent and lasting beauty, the vitality that comes from within, such as through fitness and good nutrition, is essential.

            When it comes to inner beauty for women, one well-kept secret is the pelvic floor muscle. Well known in traditional medicine of various cultures, the pelvic floor muscle helps women maintain good bladder control, supports the spine for good posture and prevention of back pain, and also plays an important role to maintain the quality of sexual experience. When the pelvic floor muscle is healthy, women feel young and confident, regardless of the age. When the pelvic floor is weak, they experience the insecurities that come with incontinence, back pains, poor posture and declining sexual satisfaction start to wear on the soul. Thus it can be said that the pelvic floor muscle is the true Fountain of Youth for all women.

            For centuries now, the pelvic floor muscle has been known but not well understood. 70% of women do not know about their pelvic floor muscle. Out of those who do know, 30% of women use the wrong muscle group when exercising it.

With recent innovation in medical technology, all that is about to change. Spotting the gap between the importance of the pelvic floor muscle for women and the technology to help women maintain the health of this important muscle, innovative companies are starting to introduce new kinds of medical devices to help women take care of their pelvic floor muscle. Equipped with biofeedback and strength enhancing features, these devices are poised to revolutionize fitness and beauty for women. These devices are known as Kegel Devices. Generally meant to be used intravaginally, these devices help women to locate the pelvic floor muscle accurately, and then provide resistive modes of exercises to help women strengthen the muscle efficiently.

Increasingly, the medical world is starting to take notice of the huge impact that Kegel Devices can have on women’s health. One such device, the Vibrance Kegel Device by Bioinfinity, won a Silver Medal at the Medical Design Excellence Awards in the United States. The conferment of such a prestigious award on the Vibrance Kegel Device shows that the medical community recognizes that there is a significant need for innovative solutions to help women maintain the vibrance and vitality of their life as they age and experience the stresses of pregnancy and menopause.

In an interview, Ng Shea Kang, Market Development Director of Bioinfinity stated when asked about the significance of the Medical Design Excellence Award for the Vibrance Kegel Device, “This award shows that there is a need for high quality, comfortable, and effective ways to strengthen the pelvic floor muscle, and the Vibrance Kegel Device has delivered. My challenge to all women now is to take this opportunity to embrace your inner beauty, for it is lasting, and it is real.”

To find out more about the Vibrance Kegel Device, visit www.mybioinfinity.com or call 

1700 81 4321.

Exercise After Work

While most of us are tired from a day's work, it is no excuse to not exercise after work. Exercising after work is a helpful stress reliever as well as regulating your exercise on weekdays. Besides , hitting the gym is a great way to escape hectic traffic conditions ;) Start now!

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