Hairdressers Against AIDS
November 24, 11
Did you know that every single day two new people are infected with HIV in Canada? If you’re like most of us, this statistic is a shocking surprise. It begs the question: How much do we really know about HIV/AIDS in Canada?
On December 1st (World AIDS Day), L’Oréal Professional Products Division and UNESCO invite you to participate in the 10th anniversary of Hairdressers Against AIDS (HAA): a global advocacy campaign in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
In the past year, the campaign has attracted the attention of celebrities, like Audrey Tautou, Monica Belluci and Diane Kruger. These starlets have dedicated their time and efforts into creating a Hairdressers Against AIDS 2011 Calendar:
The goal of the day is to “Use Your Voice, Use Your Power” and spark conversations about HIV/AIDS in Canada. I was honored to be asked to take part on December 1st to mentor a team of L’Oreal hairdressing students to create an educational web video to help raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. Stay tuned next week for my groups video!
Here’s How You Can Help: Use your voice. Use your power. Help spread the message for a beautiful world without AIDS!
Unfortunately, HIV/AIDS is still making the news 30 years after it was discovered…
THE FIGURES ARE THERE TO PROVE IT:
- 33.4 million people are currently living with the HIV/AIDS virus, in the world.
- Only 40% of people are aware of their HIV status.
- 2.7 million new victims a year become infected, half of them young people and children.
- 2 million people die of the disease every year
EVERY REGION OF THE WORLD IS AFFECTED:
- Africa (22.4 million)
- Asia (4.7 million), of which India accounts for half
- Latin America (2 million)
- Eastern Europe (1.5 million)
- North America & Western Europe (2.3 million).
12 MESSAGES TO SHARE ON PREVENTING HIV/AIDS:
1. There are only three means of transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS:
- Unprotected penetrative sex.
- Blood to blood contact, particularly by means of hypodermic needles (sharing of needles by injecting drug users, accidental needlestick injuries suffered by healthcare professionals).
- Mother to child transmission during pregnancy, labour or breastfeeding.
2. Someone who is infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is said to be HIV-positive. Only the advanced stage of HIV infection is referred to as AIDS: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
3. HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, is not transmitted by mosquito or spider bites.
4. HIV can be transmitted from a HIV-positive mother to her child. The appropriate medical treatment can avoid the transmission of HIV.
5. An HIV screening test is the only way to ind out if you are HIV-positive or not.
6. There is no risk of contracting HIV from touching, kissing, living or working with someone who is HIV-positive.
7. HIV is not transmitted via the tears, sweat, saliva or coughs and sneezes of someone who is HIV-positive.
8. HIV cannot be contracted from sharing a bed, toilets, shower or home with someone who is HIV-positive.
9. Using a condom to engage in protected sex protects against the risk of contracting HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
10. Treatments for HIV, known as antiretroviral treatments, prevent the virus from multiplying and reduce the onset of opportunistic diseases, thereby slowing the progression towards full-blown AIDS.
11. Knowing you are HIV-positive means you can benefit from the best treatment at the appropriate time.
12. It is important not to be alone when you are HIV-positive. Groups exist to provide information and support. It is also important to attend regular check-ups by HIV/AIDS healthcare specialists.
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Use Your Voice to spark conversations with others. Twitter: #HAAToronto
For more information visit: www.hairdressersagainstaids.com
(Reference & Images from: www.hairdressersagainstaids.com)
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Get a Flawless Face in under 10 minutes!
February 16, 09
The Flawless Face is really a great look for everyone – even if you don’t like to wear a lot of makeup!
Take a look at my Friday February 13th appearance from The Steven and Chris Show as I show you how to look ‘flawless’ everyday!!
Part One: Step by Step instructions on How-to get a ‘Flawless Face’:
Part Two: The Products I love all under $20! Plus, how to add a pop of colour to this look:
Below is a list of all the products I used:
Part One:
Foundation – Giorgio Armani Face Fabric
Concealer – Yves Saint Laurent Concealer Stick
Bronzer – Giorgio Armani #1
Blush – Pur Minerals – Universal Marble Mineral Powder in Pink
Eyeshadows – Lid colour: Pur Minerals in Champagne Citrine, Crease Colour: Pur Minerals in Chocolate Topaz
Mascara – L’oreal Voluminous
Lipgloss – H20 Lip Oasis 48-hour plumping gloss in Sugar Plum
Part Two:
Foundation – Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse
Concealer – CoverGirl Tru Concealer
Bronzer – Rimmel London Natural Bronzer in Sun Dance and Sun Bronze
Blush – Quo Shimmer Block in Vegas Pyramid and Sunset Boulevard
Eyeshadow – L’oreal in #804 (Autumn Leaves) and #806 (Canyon Stone) and Maybelline in #22 (Chai Latte)
Mascara – L’oreal Voluminous in Carbon Black and CoverGirl Lash Blast
And, don’t forget to Wake.up & Make.up!
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Q&A with Venetian Princess
January 19, 09
I’ve been getting so many emails from women asking me how to create the many gorgeous looks of ‘Venetian Princess’ from YouTube – so I decided to contact her directly.
Take a look at some of my phone interview with Jodie-Amy (aka Venetian Princess) as we talk all about beauty!
If you haven’t watched any of Jodie’s videos on YouTube before – it’s a must! – she is so talented, funny and an all around wonderful person! You can check out her videos at:
www.vprincess.com or www.youtube.com/venetianprincess
Products mentioned in the video:
Neutrogena – Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask
Neutrogena – Pore Refining Toner
Foundation – Lancome, Teint Idole Ultra
And ladies don’t forget to Wake.up & Make.up!
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