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DOES A SWEAT BELT WORK?

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Does a sweat belt work? Short answer, yes.

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Waist trimmers, tummy trimmers, belly burners, belly belts, by any name, they all do one thing – and that is to get you the best core and abs that you can achieve. These belts are known to help people attain incredible results that target weight and fat loss in the stomach and torso region. Carrying and storing excess cellulite in this region is particularly harmful since it can accumulate and cause serious health consequences. A steady rise in belly fat can lead to heart diseases, stroke, type-2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer. Waist trimmers help you achieve an optimum size, fat percentage, improve your health, and make you look fantastic.

Since these belly burners are incredibly versatile workout accessories, they play an essential role in fat burning and weight loss. To achieve the best result for your body, it is crucial to understand your body type and how you want to reduce your weight. Apart from this, you must finalize a trimmer that is the most effective and comfortable on your skin. The belly burner should be well engineered with features that help in cradling your abdomen and torso and that help straightens your posture. They should also be durable and long lasting since you would be sweating excessively while working out.

WHAT DOES IT DO? It helps with losing excess water weight/bloating. Especially during your period!! I carry about 6 extra pounds of water weight on my period so this baby is amazing. My jeans won’t fit right during this time. After a cardio session with this belt, they fit SO MUCH better due to the loss of water weight.

You DO have to work hard though. The belt doesn’t do the work for you, you have to be doing your intense cardio to see a difference.

In the long run, there is a fat loss that happens due to your bodies performance while using the belt. When you use the belt and topical cream, your body has to work harder to regulate your body temperature. You are essentially burning more energy because of this. Over time, this will add up to a fat loss ONLY with proper nutrition and regular exercise NOT by the sweat belt itself.

WHAT IS A WAIST BELT: A waist trimmer is typically a neoprene type of belt that is used to fasten around your waistline. It enables your body to sweat off the excess water from the abdominal area.

Your sweat is the excess water from your body which is the water weight and losing the water weight contributes to weight loss. It is a great fitness essential tool for your daily workout.

HOW TO USE A WAIST TRIMMER? Using a waist trimmer belt is pretty easy.

Make sure that the belt is covering the front side of the abdomen. Just wrap the end of the fastening belt around the torso making sure that you are comfortable wearing the waist trimmer belt and fully secure.

WHY SHOULD YOU USE ONE? Needed help with water weight or bloating. This is why I have been using mine. It has helped so much with bloating! I bloat so easily if I eat the wrong thing or have a dairy exposure. A couple of days of using this and the water weight is gone!

WHERE TO FIND ONE? I received mine from Perfect Sculpt in 2018, I just started my fitness journey again and wanted to share with my followers about the item that has been helping to trim this waist. Holla!

WHAT WORKOUTS TO USE IT WITH? I use these on my 100% cardio days or days that I am just doing a short upper body workout and cardio.

6 BENEFITS OF A WAIST TRIMMER BELT

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BACK SUPPORT: Health professionals and chiropractors give instructions to patients to wear waist trimmers and compression bandages who are suffering back and spine trauma.

This is to give support to the back and the best ideal way of healing to correct your posture.

Compression gives you the physiotherapy portion of recovery for those who are unfortunate of having poor posture and back pains at the end of the day.

If you have issues with your lower back, a waist trimmer gives the extra support if you need to sit straight up and reduce the pressure you feel on your back.

SLIMMING EFFECTS: The waist trimmer acts like a corset in the new age which creates the façade of you having a slimmer waist while wearing it.

In fact, it doesn’t whittle away the bulging area of the middle area. When you put on the belt on your waist, it gives the slimming effect of the waist.

DIET REMINDER: A waist trimmer is a good reminder that you need to eat better and exercise properly.

Isn’t it a good thing?

The waist trimmer gives you the pressure of having the motivation to achieve your fitness goals.

YOU CAN WEAR IT ANYTIME, ANYWHERE: Another good thing about waist trimmer is that you can wear it anytime and anywhere. You can wear it under your clothes while you are at work, just sitting in front of your computer or going to the grocery.

REDUCE BELLY FAT: We all know that belly fat doesn’t go anywhere that quick.

Actually, it is really that tough to get rid of it on your midsection. But with the help of proper exercise, wearing a waist trimmer is such a good tool to shrink down the size of your belly.

IMPROVES POSTURE: Having an amazing body posture adds confidence, personality, and outlook on life.

Wearing a waist trimmer is such a huge help to correct your body posture because tightens the grip on your stomach and force you to stand straight.

CONCLUSION OF THE BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER: Reading the above information will show that a lot of the benefits of wearing a waist trimmer belt can help with spinal benefits or tighten your stomach leading to added benefits.

Although there are physical benefits of wearing a waist trimmer belt I would say it’s only about 10% as effective as proper diet and exercise.

It is a new favorite for fitness geeks out there as you have the freedom to wear it anytime and anywhere. It is really comfortable to wear. You won’t feel pain unlike corsets and other waist trainers which give you limited mobility and you feel like a robot.

A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area.

It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run.

As a wrap-up, Does a sweat belt work? YES, if used properly and having the right mindset of what it’s intended to do! If you’ve read this blog post and you’ve now decided that you want to purchase a waist trimmer belt for yourself then check out Perfect Sculpt to receive your very own best SCULPT SWEAT BELT

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Rethinking Valentine gifts

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We can pretty much all agree that finding the elusive ~perfect bra~ can feel pretty impossible. You’ve got to find the perfect fit, the perfect straps, and just the right amount of cleavage — definitely not an easy feat.

If you follow Instagram influencers or even just like to browse lingerie and fashion hashtags on the app, then chances are you’ve seen a Sneaky Vaunt bra or ten. The Original Push-Up is a stick-on style with adjustable lacing joining the cups. Simply tug on the drawstring and it will pull the breasts inwards, creating instant clea­­vage.

If the brand’s half a million Instagram fans are anything to go by, this product really works. “[It] kind of went viral right from the start,” says Danielle Ross, Sneaky Vaunt’s Brand Manager. “It was crazy how much people wanted it from day one, I don’t think I’ve ever seen demand like that before. At one point, about a month in, we were growing like three followers a second. There’s nothing more exciting than watching something like this come to life. It’s kind of crazy to be honest, but we’re not complaining!”

Other brands have released similar bras though, so what makes Sneaky Vaunt so incredibly popular?

Danielle tells me there are two key things that differentiate this bra from its competitors: “It doesn’t leave any weird lines under clothes. [And] you can rely on it to stay put—our bra is REALLY sticky. Even in the dead heat of the summer, you don’t have to worry about it sliding off.”

The Original Push-Up also lasts 40 or more wears if cared for correctly. “Just be sure to hand wash and hang to dry. she advises, “In order to keep the adhesive sticky, all you need to do is get an old toothbrush or use your fingers and rub alcohol-free soap on the adhesive part in a circular motion, then rinse with water. Once your bra is dry, replace the plastic protector and tuck it back into the Sneaky Vaunt case for next time.”

The trickiest part of all of this is working out how to actually put it on. Expect some trial and error if you’re new to stick-on bras. “Everyone’s build and bust are different, so it’s just a matter of finding what works best for you,” explains Danielle, “Most girls start out with sticking one cup at a time, holding your boobs in the position you’d like them to stay in, then applying the bra. You def’ don’t need your whole boob covered and having a bit of ‘under-boob’ is fine.”

The Original Push-Up may be what first catapulted Sneaky Vaunt into the limelight, but they’ve since gone on to release numerous other lingerie designs. Unsurprisingly, given the success of their first product, they’ve retained a strong focus on creating ‘solution’ pieces that help customers to unlock new outfit options.

Each piece is made from breathable fabric that’s comfy and no-show. The fits also smooth and shape your midsection in a stylish manner. Today, I gather up some sneakyvaunts items that is perfect for valentine wear.

The Original Push-Up

Color: Nude Black and Pink

Size:A B C D DD

Lace Bralette

Color: Raspberry Sherbet Warm Beige Blue Lavender Dusty Pink Midnight Black Midnight Black Ice Blue Lavender

Size: S M L XL

Boy Shorts
Black

Color: Black White Burgundy

Size: S M L XL

High Waisted Thong

Color: Black White Burgundy

Size: S M L XL

Lace Front Seamless Thong

Size: S M L

Lace And Mesh Keyhole Body Suit

Color: Red Black

Size: S M L XL

Shapewear Bodysuit

Color: Black Nude

I understand Valentine can be a lot of pressure but don’t worry, sneakyvaunt is here to help us beauties to look and feel red-hot this Valentine!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SNEAKYVAUNT ITEM FROM THE LIST ABOVE?

Melanin is Amazing but I Need Sunscreen?

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In the black community it’s a common misconception that our melanin infused skin completely eliminates the need for sunscreen as protection. Yes, our melanin does protect from some UV rays, but we actually do need to wear sunscreen too.

Skin cancer and aging lines don’t discriminate. Every skin tone on earth is at risk of being dried out, aged and burnt by the sun. It’s not too late to properly take care of your melanin.

Let’s take a moment to explore the reasons why sunscreen is a must, even for darker tones.

Cancer

This alone is good enough reason to buy sunscreen for your melanin. Skin cancer effects both light skin tones and dark. Your natural skin protectant blocks UV light up to SPF 13. This isn’t as strong as the sunscreen (SPF 30 is recommended) which is created for skin protection.

That means cancer can and will develop in your skin, if not properly protected. Studies also show that we are more likely to die from skin cancer than those with lighter skin. Melanated people are simply more likely to die from skin cancer because we aren’t looking for the signs and don’t take the necessary precautions to prevent skin cancers.

While people with dark skin have more melanin, which helps to protect their skin from UV rays, they are still at risk for developing different types of skin cancer, including melanomas. UV rays also contribute to photoaging, and regular use of sunscreen can help prevent the formation of wrinkles, dark spots, and sagging leathery skin.

You can find important information on skin cancer and melanin on Health Care’s website.

Aging and Dark Spots

One of the benefits of dark skin is the ability to look as if you haven’t aged a day. You want to keep these good looks, right? Don’t let the sun dry out your skin creating fine lines and wrinkles. It’s simply not worth it when you can purchase sunscreen designed specifically for your needs.

Sunlight also creates uneven skin tones and dark spots which can be totally avoided with a little sun screen. Aging spots and lines aren’t the only thing to worry about. Your skin will lose tone, and volume.

Sagging skin will become a reality if sunscreen isn’t used while you’re in the sun. This is especially true for those who live in areas like Texas, Florida and other places where the sun always shines.

Unwanted Burns

If you’ve never experienced a sunburn lucky you. It’s the worst feeling and seeing your skin peel right before your eyes is pretty weird. Sunburns can happen on all skin tones. Sure, you won’t burn as quickly as those with fair skin, but you can still develop burns.

Take the extra precaution of choosing the right sunscreen designed for your skin type. It doesn’t hurt to take these measures. In the long run your skin will truly thank you.

While you’re in the sun your skin will become darker, everyone knows this but do you know why? The tanning effect isn’t really a tan it’s a sign of skin damage from the sun. Your body produces more melanin in effort to protect that previous outer layer of skin.

Your melanin is amazing. It performs super hero like duties but unfortunately it cannot completely protect you from harmful UV rays. Take the time to research skin cancer in African Americans and purchase sunscreen. Your body will thank you.

Knowing the ingredients and the resulting properties isn’t on every shoppers mind, but the undesirable outcomes are. The majority of shoppers look for a product that isn’t greasy or that doesn’t leave a noticeable residue on the skin. A good deal of people also look for a product that is in line with their own ethics. I, for one, look for Vegan/ cruelty free products that also hydrate the skin. I normally just stick with Aveeno PROTECT + HYDRATE Lotion but today… well read on to see why Bolden SPF 30 Brightening Moisturizer got me singing ♪♪♪. (Click here to continue)

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BEAUTY Q&A: WHAT IS BROW LAMINATION?

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If you rewind to 2018, the world was obsessed with perfectly sculpted, HD brows. Two years later, that trend has officially died (RIP) and in its place is the boy brow. It’s equally bold yet more natural, fluffy, and (looks) untouched – we’re low key obsessed.

The bad news? Not everyone is #blessed with naturally thick, fluffy brows. The good news? You can fake it with brow lamination; a semi-permanent brow treatment that straightens, sets, and tints your brow hair leaving you with full, thick brows for up to eight weeks. Brow lamination, as it’s called, is like a perm for your eyebrow hairs.

Originating in Russia, but blowing up in England and US, brow lamination tames unruly hairs and sets them in place for a fluffy just-combed look. Brow lamination is essentially a perm for your eyebrows, but without using the same harsh chemicals. It’s a keratin treatment that not only stimulates growth while strengthening the brow hairs, but creates thick, fluffy, and full brows.

Lamination is a good alternative to microblading because it works with your existing hair, giving you your ideal brow look without the use of needles, ink insertion into the body, and pain.

Here’s everything you need to know:

What Is Brow Lamination? 

According to Instagram, brow lamination is a chemical process that straightens the eyebrow. It’s very similar to a lash lift, but what it does is straighten the brow in a vertical and swept way that lasts for five to eight weeks.

Brow lamination is the latest brow treatment to blow up on Instagram and the results really do look amazing. The treatment reworks and tints your natural brow hairs to create a fuller shape. This treatment will help give you a uniform, full brow shape. This treatment is perfect for “Eyebrows that do not have symmetry: where the hairs follow a different pattern.”

Lamination is different than micro-feathering, for example, because it’s about texture, not color. “Most brow treatments are meant to fill in the brows and add darkness and pigment and can mimic the look of the hair.” Lamination, on the other hand, is a perm for the brow hairs.

To achieve this naturally full effect, brows are brushed into place in a way where every hair follows the same direction of growth. Then brush into a shape to create a very soft, natural arch. Brow Lamination is for nearly all skin types; however, a patch test is always carried out before the treatment to ensure no irritation or reaction occurs.

The Brow Lamination Process

The entire lamination process is 30 minutes from start to finish. “A chemical solution is applied to the brow that breaks down the bonds in the hair to straighten it. After that, a neutralizer is applied to reform the bonds to create the new shape. Then, a post-treatment oil is applied to nourish the hair. This process should be done before brow tinting and before brow shaping. 

Once the treatment is complete, brows will look very sleek with a wet look. This wet look lasts for 24 hours and once washed will remain fluffy. If you want that glossy look, you can achieve it easily by applying a brow gel or serum.

Post service, avoid hot showers and don’t exercise for 24 hours in order to keep them dry. After the initial 24 hours, you can wet and cleanse the face with any of your favorite products, which wouldn’t disrupt the shape of the brow.

Overall, thicker hair can endure more treatments every six weeks, but with finer brow hairs, it’s recommended they wait at least ten weeks because it can be damaging to the brow hair. If you want to get the look without the laminating process, try the NYX Professional Makeup Fill & Fluff Eyebrow Pomade Pencil to lift your natural brows with makeup. 

How Long and How Much Does Brow Lamination Cost

With proper care, brow lamination can last four to eight weeks. Many Brow Experts recommend castor oil, as it helps boost hair growth: simply apply a coating of castor oil using a Q-tip before your sleep. The price ranges from $50 to $300 depending on location and the artist who’s performing the treatment.

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Like with any new treatment, the results may be transformative, but there’s also underlying risks. If you’re curious about brow lamination, make sure to do your research to find a skilled artist that works out of a licensed, clean salon before booking an appointment. 

For more beauty tips, check out this simple 2020 Beauty Resolutions of mine!