Entries from July 1, 2007 - August 1, 2007
Liposuction: My Personal Experience
I didn’t know whether to start out being primarily positive about my experience so those of you who are looking into liposuction 
surgery would feel more at ease. But, as it is I am on the fence about the procedure itself. Granted, there are many, many wonderful results out there. There are many skilled surgeons and happy patients wandering around patting each other, or themselves, on the back. But the truth is, if you do have genetically predispositioned fat accumulation that will not go away no matter how hard you truly try, fat removal procedures are the only way you are going to rid yourself of it.
Marianne
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Why I wanted Liposuction
After starting Enhancement Media years ago and sitting in my uncomfortably, stupid-expensive Aeron chair for 10 to 12 hours a day, I gained weight. It may not have been substantial in numbers but it made an impact on my thighs and stomach. I did diet and exercise a good portion of it off, but I wanted to lose 5 more lb. As it happens, about that time I had been asked to be in a documentary about plastic surgery. And liposuction was on the menu.
I honestly didn’t want liposuction surgery at first. I wanted to get rid of it the fat, sure. But, I wanted to do it the traditional way (i.e. diet and exercise). Now, I wasn’t embarrassed that I was taking the “easy” way out as some had commented because, firstly, liposuction is NOT easy. It is also not without flaw. I knew this beforehand and was apprehensive about taking the chance.
From Drab to Diva In 5 Days or Less! (on a budget)
So, you have less than a week to look your absolute best for a special event, media appearance or photo shoot. In a perfect world, we’d look fabulous and pulled together every waking moment and we’d have a team of specialists to get us there. Sorry to say, but for most of us, that can take a considerable amount of time, money, and effort. In the real world, we work hard, have families to care for, and we have numerous responsibilities that keep us from being able to concentrate on our appearance 24-7. Let’s face it; even A-list celebrities take breaks from eating perfectly, working out every day and getting their glam on! Unfortunately, the need to look more than just ‘presentable’ can pop up at any time, and usually with only a few days’ notice. Don’t fret just yet, I have actually pulled off a complete turnaround numerous times and I am now going to let you in on the little secrets. What? Do you think I have a beauty entourage following me around all the time? Ha! I wish!
Extreme Beauty Tips for Extreme Sports Enthusiasts: Skin, Hair & Nail Survival
So your insatiable affection for endorphins doesn’t quite mesh with your beauty regimen. Some days it seems like a never-ending battle where the butting of tangled heads of hair meet the unabated desire to make the next jump into the wild blue yonder or round the next bend at 90 MPH. Can there be no compromise? Must I always look frumpy if I choose to fight gravity or scubadive with nothing but 7mm of neoprene between my bare skin and the frigid waters of the Pacific? What is an active lady to do??
How To Get Rid of the Cellulite
One of the worst enemies of summer: Cellulite. Nothing sounds more ominous when you’re in a bikini or a pair of booty shorts at the pool, beach, or lake. It’s the female version of the shrinkage factor, and we hate it!!! So, is it there to stay or can we rid ourselves of the cellulite curse?
If you feel you have unsightly cellulite, I am sure you have thought about trying those cellulite treatment creams. Heck, I have even bought a few of them myself. Well, don’t waste your time or your money. They don’t work for long at all after you remove it, and they definitely don’t work long-term.
