Skincare tips during PMS (Pre-menstrual Syndrome)

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For some girls, having a breakout all of a sudden can only mean one thing – it is the dawn of the dreaded pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS). Other symptoms include headaches, indigestion, depression, anxiety, mood swings and hormonal fluctuations. Unlike these symptoms which will go away eventually, skin breakouts, in particular, require attention as they will leave acne scars if not properly dealt with.

Pre-menstrual breakouts are caused by fluctuations of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. As the amount of these hormones in your body changes, so does the amount of sebum secreted from your skin. Very often, it is an excessive secretion of sebum that leads to pre-menstrual pimples.  Pre-menstrual breakouts, are, unfortunately, a tricky problem to deal with as it is something that occurs monthly. If not treated, the monthly breakouts will cause bacteria to accumulate on your skin, deepening any existing acne scars and damaging your skin.

As such, here are some helpful skincare tips that will prevent, aid and heal pre-menstrual breakouts:

10 Korea's Hottest Male Celebs

Awesome music, gorgeous fashion trends and delicious food – these are just some of the things brought about from Korea.

And oh yes, the beautiful celebrities.

In today’s post, we will be showing you 10 of Korea’s hottest hunks in show biz. You might already know their faces – but if you don’t, you’re in for a real treat!

10. Ju Ji-hoon

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Since his first leading role in “Princess Hours”, Ji-Hun Ju had to leave the show biz scene for a bit – but that did not stop fans from remembering his stunning great looks.

Stay Fit In Style (Part 2)

Last week, we reported on stylish must-haves for two sports – skateboarding and pilates. If you are eager for more ideas on how to look sporty and fabulous at the same time, then read on as we bring to you some more inspiration and tips for your sportswear collection!

Zumba

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H&M Body suit, 49,000 won, Zumba pants price unavailable. High top sneakers price unavailable, Zumba armband prince unavailable

“Zumba is a lively combination of Latin dance and fitness. Bright, colorful attire and accessories make your workout even more fun. Try layering multiple Zumba wristbands to see them illuminate beautifully under bright lights. There are many ways to style a Zumba outfit – simply wear a crop top with loose-fitting pants and you are good to go!” – Lee Hae Yoon, Director of Zumba Fitness 

5 Korean Drama Hairdos To Love!

안녕하세요 (Annyeonghaseyo), everyone!

All you Korean drama-lovers will be over the moon to know that DuSol Beauty's blog is now starting a monthly feature on hairdstyle in Korean drama and TV series!

So to kickstart our monthly special, we have picked out 5 all-time popular Korean dramas to feature today! :)

1. Full House

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Going way back to 2004, this Korean drama is still one that tickles funny bones and makes romantic hearts swoon. It's no wonder with the adorable chemistry between Song Hye-kyo and Rain!

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In the series, Song Hye-kyo acting as Han Ji-eun, sports this low double-ponytail look that really gives off an appearance of youth and innocence. Especially with the dark color, it creates a very fresh and clean appearance.

However the real important part of this style is the curled hair! Notice that it isn't straight and flat - instead her locks are slightly curled and this gives a very voluminous and lively look.

2. Boys Over Flowers

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In this drama series of perfect princes, the one that caught our eye was really Kim Hyun-joong as Yoon Ji-hoo.

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Playing as the gentlemanly-romantic type, his image was that of a sweet dream. With gorgeous milk-coffee shades, the hues of brown gives him a hint of softness that lines his face. Followed by a medium-length and very subtle waves, Yoon Ji-hoo looked every bit the knight in shining armor girls dream of.

3. Personal Taste

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In this super hilarious series, what we loved was the adorable spontaneity of Son Ye-jin playing as Park Kae-in. And her hairdo was simply cute too!

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Tying up her fringe into a tiny little bun on the side, and loose curls all around to frame her face nicely. Not only does it radiate flirty-playfulness, it also gives the illusion of a smaller face as well! :) When doing this hairdo, it's important to not be too 'strict' with hair falling around. The whole idea of the look is natural, easy and carefree!

Which girl wouldn't want to pay attention to her hair? Especially after such a sweet scene with the handsome Lee Min-ho...

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4. Princess Hours

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Also known as 'Goong', much attention is given to the starring cast and their exciting love stories. However we simply adored how spunky Princess Hye-myung looked with her hairdo upon her return from overseas!

Very unlike the conventional lady's hairdo, actress Lee Yoon-ji still managed to look every bit the admirable woman everyone should look up to.

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5. Pinocchio

Ending today's feature, we have one of 2015's favorite Korean dramas.

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In this series, everyone has got to love the sleek bob cut pulled off by Lee Yoo-bi acting as Yoon Yoo-rae.

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This style might be easy to maintain, but it requires sheer skill to achieve at the beginning. Entrust this task only to skilled professional stylists who know how to cut your locks to exact lengths that will flatter your face shape!

From then on, you are set to looking adorable and stylish without even trying hard.

Alright, this ties up our list! Do you agree with our list, or have anymore recommendation to add in? Don't hesitate to leave a comment!

Stay tuned for more of our monthly Korean Drama/TV hairstyle features!

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Stay Fit In Style (Part 1)

From traditional aerobics such as Zumba and Kickboxing to new fitness programmes such as Cx worx and Piloxing, an increasing number of women are hitting the gyms. And what a great excuse it creates for you to buy more clothes – sports apparel that is. In part 1 of our fitness style report, we present the latest sportswear for two different sports that combines both fashion and comfort to ensure you don’t just feel good after a workout, you look good too. And remember, see you next week for another fashion insight into practical, fashionable clothing for three other sports!

1. Skateboard

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Liful blouson 16,800 won. ALIFE by Kasina T-shirt, 45,000 won. Denim shorts, price unknown. Vans Sneakers, price unknown. Hat, 89,000 won. Theshopsw.com keyring, 34,000won. Carhartt mini pouch, 38000 won.  Knee socks are from editor’s own collection.

“Skateboard enthusiasts are very particular about their shoes. They need to be comfortable and durable. In addition, we cannot neglect the importance of knee-high socks; they protect our feet and legs from injuries. Skateboarding is a sport that is sensitive to trends in fashion and accessories such as caps and waist pouches. Recently, there has been an increase in the number of fashion brands that cater to skateboarders and this allows us to have more options in choosing what to wear.” – Lee Ji Na, Vans Skateboard Pro Team 

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1. 9000 won, Brownbreath

2.52,000 won HUF by Kasina

3. 38,000 won Thisisneverthat

4.23,000 won Rastaclat

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1. 129,000 won, Nike

2. 168,000 won, Carhatt

3. 49000 won, Vans X Lucky Chouette

4. 59,000 won, Descente Kore

MUSTHAVE : SKATEBOARD SNEAKERS

“ The soles of the sneakers must be sturdy and durable”

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1. 65,000 won, Vans

2.109,000 won, Nike

3. 99,000 won, Puma

4. 135,000 won, Noname by  Platform Place

5. 53,000 won, Pony

2. Pilates

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“Pilates often require you to stand straight with legs aligned to your shoulders. Tight leggings are therefore ideal as they show the shape of the legs well. It is good for beginners to wear ¾ leggings to enable us to check the difference in the shape of the calf muscles required of each pose. Elasticity of the pants is also important. Pilates involves using different equipment and so we have to be careful of losing balance and falling and hurting ourselves. Recently, for safety purposes, sports stores have started selling this item called ‘toe-sock’. Not only does it possess non-slip properties, it provides the toes with a good grip, reducing the amount of strength required.” - Jang Jin Ju, Instructor at J& Pilates

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1. 138,000 won,  Easy Yoga

2. 24,000 won, Bershka

3. 19,900 won, Forever 21

4.30,000 won, Lululemon

5. 20,000 won, Aumnie Yoga

6. 59,000 won, Adidas by Stella Sport 

7. 138,000 won, Le Coq Sportif

8. 22,000 won, Toesox

MUSTHAVE : LEGGINGS

“Wear fitted leggings that stops around your calf muscles”

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1. 99,000 won Adidas by Stella Mccartney

2. 42,000 won, Mula Wear

3. 78,000 won Le Coq Sportif

4. 75,000 won, Descente Korea

5.135,000 won, Lululemon

Original article and images from: Grazia Magazine (2015, April) Expert Hot List, Retrieved 31 July from: 

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