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Shape, June, 2002

Week 3

LIGHTEN UP

Cure your winter blues and get into the light (but not without proper protection, of course). After the dark days of winter, take week three to lighten your load and brighten your look for the season.

Day 1

Get that sun-kissed glow before your first trip to the beach. Neutrogena [R] Instant Bronze [TM] Sunless Tanner and Bronzer in One gives you a perfect sunless tan instantly. This patented, tinted formula shows where it goes to prevent streaks. No fake orange color.

Day 2

Show off your new sunless tan with an all-white outfit. It's the season's hottest trend for hot weather and will keep you looking and feeling clean and cool.

Day 3

Perk up your hair with some highlights for that just-got-back-from-vacation look, and put your blow-dryer in storage--wavy, curly, casual hair is back.

Day 4

Summer beauty just got sun smart! Neutrogena[R] Healthy Defense[TM] Protective Powder and Sheer Makeup provides the power of SPF 30 UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection for the most naturally beautiful coverage this side of the beach.

Day 5

Think positive, adopt a sunny disposition. Look on the bright side and keep the glass half full--optimists live loner and have better immune systems.

Day 6

It's time to let your feet out of captivity. Treat yourself to a foot massage and pedicure and pick up a pair of candy-colored flip-flops--with some bright pink polish to match!

Day 7

Eat lighter and smarter. Scale back your fatty food portions and bulk up on anti-oxidant rich foods of the season, especially fresh tomatoes, oranges, cantaloupe and corn.

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Summer is as much a state of mind as it is a season, So kick back, relax and let the waves of warmth wash over your body and soul.

Day 1

Unplug the phone. Ignore your e-mails. Turn off the TV. Then find a quiet spot to curl up with a good book and take some interrupted time to read it.

Day 2

When things get crazy at the office, take a walk outside. Or, if you're chained to your desk, try putting some lavender on your pulse points to clear sinuses, calm nerves and center yourself.

Day 3

Enhance your natural beauty with Neutrogena [R] Healthy Defense [TM] SPF 30 Daily Moisturizer. A Sheer hint of color gives skin an instant healthy glow while the lightweight, nongreasy formula keeps skin hydrated all day.

Day 4

Join a fresh flower club and send yourself a bouquet every week. The scent of fresh flowers aids relaxation.

Day 5

You're eating right, you're exercising, but don't forget to take your vitamins! A Daily multivitamin and a B-Complex supplement can help fight stress.

Day 6

Refresh your senses with Neutrogena [R] Fresh Foaming Cleanser [TM], a make-up remover and cleanser in one. Sop-free alcohol-free and oil-free, this dermatologist tested formula removes, dirt, oil and makeup without overdrying or leaving pore clogging residue.

Day 7

Clear your calendar. Instead of cramming every moment with activities and external stimuli, schedule some time to do nothing at all. Have a great summer!

week 2 FIND A HEALTHY BALANCE

From well-proportioned meals to a well rounded life, it's all about the balance. Take Week 2 weigh your priorities, examine four eating habits and set some clear goals for the season of sun and fun.

Day 1

Say farewell to French fries and hello to fresh fruit. It's time to rid your fridge of winter comfort foods and stock it with the season's sumptuous fruits and veggies.

Day 2

You'll be showing lots more skin this season, so stay super-hydrated. Skin is one of the first organs to show signs of dehydration, so increase your water intake to 8 - 10 glasses a day.

Day 3

Wake up to softer, healthier-looking hair. Neutrogena[R] Overnight Therapy[TM] Replenishing Treatment penetrates your hair while you sleep mends and smoothes split ends, repaire damaged hair, strengthens hair's resistance to breakage and protects against summer sun damage. And it won't stain your pillowcase!

Day 4

Schedule some Fridays off and spend those days pampering yourself. You deserve it!

Day 5

Complement your new attitude with perfect-looking skin. Neutrogena[R] Body Clear[TM] Body Wash is a gentle formula that treats and prevents body breakouts. The rich, foaming lather won't overdry or irritate skin. It will leave you feeling clean and refreshed.

Day 6

Buy a journal and make time to write at least once a week. It's a great way in clear your head and remind yourself of what you want to accomplish this season.

Day 7

Don't let summertime's ice cream trucks, hot dog stands and fried clam shacks sabotage your healthy eating plan. Carry healthy snacks and plan to pack your own lunch for weekend outings.

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Day 4

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Day 5

Take advantage of warmer weather and start walking everywhere--the increased activity will jump-start your beach body workout and experts say there are long-term health benefits to walking just one hour per week.

Day 6

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Day 7

Don't forget your sunscreen! Neutrogena[R] Healthy Defense[TM] Oil-free Sunblock Spray SPF 30 protects--its formula wards against skin-aging UVA and skin-burning UVB rays. Lightweight and fast absorbing. Waterproof and sweatproof.