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Home remedy for removing varicose veins permanently

Most think that only surgery can help with the treatment of varicose veins. How many would agree that apple cider vinegar can not only help deal with it? But can also treat varicose veins?

Consider fat loss instead of weight loss and see effective results

Consider fat loss instead of weight loss and see effective results

How to learn being more grateful and why you should do it.

It is said that being grateful has tremendous health benefits. Are you grateful? Do you know why it is good to be grateful? It is a sure fact that in life we both find a lack and an abundance.

Home remedy that promotes hair growth

If you are one of the people that worry about the health of your hair. This article is just for you. As I am sharing a natural safe home remedy that has so many nutrients for your hair. All you need is two ingredients. You probably have it already in your kitchen.

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Heart health changes that should be implemented daily

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Monday, 6 July 2020

Making your own ocean bath salts.


For most people bath time is about more than a cleansing routine. It is the time to either get ready for a busy day or to unwind from a busy day. So why not take this time to destress and unwind. Just imagine. Scents that can unwind. Soothing sounds and warm to hot water feeling your body relax after a busy day. Sounds divine. Doesn't it? So let me share the bath salt recipe you can make.


Ingredients. 

1 cup baking soda
1 cup Epsom salts
2 tablespoons glycerin
4 drops vanilla
3 drops of your favorite essential oil. 
Or 3 drops Jasmine fragrant oil
4 drops blue food coloring.

Start by combining all the dry ingredients. Add the coloring next. Then the scents. Make sure to break up any clumps that is developing. You should keep mixing till you have a powder that can be considered semi fine. Now last add the glycerin and mix it well into the rest of  the mixture. Put everything in a seal-able container. 

Use as needed with your bath water. Enjoy your soothing and refreshing bath time. And the best part about this. You can make it again whenever you need it. You can even make it as a gift.

If you have any questions, comments or queries feel free to contact us or comment below. Please share so others can benefit from this wonderful  ocean bath salts mixture too.

Friday, 15 May 2020

Effective home remedies for forehead wrinkles

Women go through great lengths to stay youthful and beautiful. Some share their secrets. From putting your face in ice water for 10 seconds (no doubt that must be quite an experience) to others swearing on stewed prunes 2 to 3 times a week(keeping you regular)or foods high in antioxidants(rids the body of toxins). There are other alternatives too.


If you are looking for a quick fix for forehead wrinkles. There may be many ways to do that. But not all are wise and good for you. Thus I am sharing safe home remedies that you can follow at home. It took some research but I found a few noteworthy guidelines. But first and foremost I want to tell you to focus on these points. 

Remember the most important guidelines

Stay hydrated. 
I have said it so many times that staying hydrated is very important. That way your skin has essential moisture.
Balanced diet
Getting the right nutrients is essential for your body. So consider the wise choices when planning meals. Lots of fruits and vegetables should be part of your diet.
Smoking
Smoking isn't good for your skin. Or your health. 
Sunshine. 
As much as we all need vitamin D. Do remember that the sun's Ultraviolet rays are harmful for your skin. It will cause premature ageing. And in the process wrinkles too.
Stress
It is vital to learn to control stress. Do remember that each time you frown you deepening the creases and as your body doesn't create collagen as it used to. It takes longer to recover and repair. One person said open your eyes and stop frowning. Not sure about that. But if it works for you. Then do that. 

Do consider this when thinking of following a good skin routine. Especially if you are starting to see wrinkles. But also do be mindful. Prevention is better than cure. Sp best to avoid getting wrinkles at all. But if you landed on this site because you have wrinkles. Then know there is safe natural ways to get rid of forehead wrinkles

Retinol.

One of the biggest products that combats wrinkles. As it removes the top layer of skin and leaves a fresher younger revealing skin. Within a short time. You should notice an improvement. So if you are considering a facial cream. Ask yourself this. Does it contain retinol?

Other ways that you can follow. 

Mix honey yogurt lemon juice and the contents of a vitamin E capsule. Apply on freshly cleansed face. Leave it on for ten minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water. Apply your facial cream.

Or you can apply a few drops coconut oil/sweet almond oil on the wrinkled areas every night before bed.

Then there is this highly regarded home remedy.

Gram flour(chickpea flour) 1 and half teaspoon
Turmeric powder. It needs to be less than half a teaspoon
Raw milk. Just enough to make a nice paste. 

Mix the ingredients. Apply on freshly cleansed face. Leave it on for 30 minutes. Rinse your face with lukewarm water.

If you don't have gram flour (chickpea flour) You can make your own following these steps.

Making chickpea flour
  
If you use a high power blender. You will be able to make the flour. Blend the chickpeas in the blender. For at least 2 minutes.
Now use a sieve to remove any lumps as you want the consistency of flour. 
Chickpea flour can be stored in an airtight container for up to 8 weeks. But do remember to put it in the fridge.

Now do remember one thing please. If you do use the lemon home remedy mentioned earlier. Your skin will be more sensitive in sunlight so best to avoid the sunlight. Or better yet do this at night.

With all that said I hope you will have the most amazing results. Follow this and you will be surprised at how easy it is to remove wrinkles. 

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Wednesday, 9 October 2019

This DIY hand and body cream is so nutritious for your skin. You will make it again and again.

The previous article I mentioned a wonderful facial cream that you will use again and again. It can even be used as a body cream. But now I want to share another hand and body cream. Especially if you suffer from dry skin. And even if you don't have dry skin. You will love this cream. Because it is highly nutritious for your skin. It also smells wonderful


Ingredients.
500 ml aqueous baby lotion
250 ml Vaseline
250 ml Vitamin E cream

Mixture
Whisk everything together to mix all ingredients well. 
It should look like icing when you are done mixing.
Pour into jars with a lid that can seal.

Use daily.
Morning and night.
Or as needed.

You can make this for yourself or as a gift for someone. The choice is yours. But be sure. They will come back to you for more. As you will also discover how great this hand and body cream is. 

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions. Feel free to comment below or contact us. We love to hear from our readers. Please share so others can benefit from it.

This homemade facial cream will be the best product you ever use.

As mentioned in the previous article. I will be discussing a home made facial cream that may just have you wondering why you ever considered other more expensive products. 

This was shared to me as a hush hush secret. But when I discovered how effective it is. I had to ask if I can share it with everyone. So thanks to the kindness of the lady I am able to share this home made cream with everyone. Why am I so excited to share this wonderful cream with everybody? Consider this. A lady 70 years old. With wrinkle free, great looking skin. Smiling as she told me this. And the best thing about this cream. It can become your favorite body cream too. Even the ideal hand cream.


Now you may wonder what is the catch? There is no catch. 

It is a simple and easy home made cream that works for a face cream, a body cream and even hand cream.



You will however need a few items. But the best thing is.You can make this as a gift for others and not spill the beans about what is in it. More important you can make this for yourself. Over and over again. Believe me. You will.

The ingredients. 
350 ml Johnson baby aqueous cream
1 spoonful olive oil
1 spoonful tissue oil
1 spoonful glycerin

Some add a spoonful of sweet almond oil and a spoonful of coconut oil too.

Method.
Mix everything in a jar with a lid. 
Apply on freshly cleansed face.
Use daily.
Morning and night.

Those who use it. Will tell you that not even the most expensive creams can compete with this facial cream. The best thing about this cream? You will make it again and again. 

Personally I have oily skin.This home made cream does not give me any skin problems from the products added. So that is a great plus to consider. 

I hope you found this article useful. Please share so others can benefit from this article too. If you have any questions. comments or suggestions feel free to comment below or contact us. We love to hear from our readers.

This DIY anti-aging collagen face mask fights aging and wrinkles. Also good for blackheads.

Today I want to talk to the ladies about a facial mask that is anti-aging. But also highly effective against the fight against wrinkles. It fills wrinkles. Tried tested and approved. Even for those struggling with blackheads. You will be happy that you tried this face mask. 


Now if you combine that with a home made face and body cream. You will wonder why you ever considered buying store bought face cream. And as the cream can be used for a body lotion you will be happy and amazed. But that article isn't what we will check out now.

Lets talk about collagen for a moment. Even famous brands tells you collagen is vital for your skin. So don't be surprised that this is a collagen facial mask. Combine that with a few other things and you will wonder how you ever got along without it. Gelatin is a source that is filled with collagen. So it will be one of the ingredients. 


Arthritis
Incidentally. Many people who deal with joint pains and arthritis will tell you they add a spoonful of gelatin to their morning coffee. Not sure how it tastes but they say it gives effective relief. But too much can be hazardous for health. So in limited quantities it is excellent for arthritis. So consider the gelatin desserts as part of your lifestyle. There is such a wonderful variety of ways to use it. So do enjoy. Even diabetic friendly versions. And as it is rich in collagen. This way you feed your skin from within too. 

This home made face mask contains 
2 tablespoons gelatin. 
Just enough hot water to dissolve the gelatin.
1 teaspoon honey. I prefer using raw honey.
Teaspoon olive oil.
And last but not least 1 teaspoon lemon juice.

Mixing
Start by adding the gelatin in your container. 
Add the hot water. Small amount!! 
Stir to dissolve the gelatin. 
Add all other ingredients. The honey, olive oil and the lemon juice. 
Now mix everything together. 

Please note
Please do not apply if it the mixture is hot. The idea is the collagen mixture should be melted for application. Luke warm will be fine and more important. SAFE. 
As you can do this every day or two three times a week. 
Choice is yours. 

Method
Place bottle in hot water if the gelatin mixture needs to melt again. Apply on freshly cleansed face. Leave to dry completely. Peel off the face mask once it is dry. Or rinse it off. The choice is yours. But for blackheads the best option is peeling it off. Apply your favorite moisturizer. 

Or you can consider this wonderful moisturizer that I mentioned earlier. The moisturizer will be mentioned in the next article. Everyone who use it. Swears by the effectiveness of it. Admitting that is the best secret they ever had. But want to share it so everyone can benefit from this. So please keep checking as it will be posted too. But that is the next article. 

I hope you found this article helpful. Please share so others can benefit from it too. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions. Feel free to comment below or contact us.

Wednesday, 7 February 2018

Effective ways to get rid of sagging breasts. As well as prevent it

In previous articles I talked about effective home remedies for sagging breasts. Here I will mention a few other ways to help deal with sagging breasts. These are just as effective as the previous mentioned ways. It is something that affect women as they age. But it affects women with bigger breasts even more. Then the struggle for firm breasts has to be a stronger commitment. But if you commit to it. You will find the difference and you will be happy. Knowing you can now share what worked. Yes people will notice the difference.


Also very safe and effective ways to deal with sagging breasts. You can read about it here. Masks that lifts and firm breasts

Exercises
If you want to avoid your breasts sagging. Then you have to know it is important to work your chest muscles. Exercises that is focused on working the chest area will be most effective as it strengthen the muscles within your breasts. End result will be breasts that is firm and does not sag. 

Olive oil
Olive oil is a great way to help with sagging breasts. As it is filled with antioxidants and much needed fatty acids. It helps with the skin tone and the texture as well. Olive oil helps to repair cells and also improve blood flow.

Method
Pour a small amount of olive oil and rub your hands together to warm the oil. Now massage the oil on your breast. Make sure to do this in upward strokes. Do it for 15 minutes.  



                                                                      Pomegranate


Because pomegranate has strong anti aging properties. It can prevent your breasts from sagging. Yes it prevents your breasts from sagging. So this is great to avoid it from happening. 

Method

Combine Pomegranate peels and warm mustard oil in a container. Mix it well so it can make a paste. Apply this mixture on your breasts. Make sure that it is circular motions. Do this for ten minutes. Rinse off after the ten minutes. 

Another great home remedy that helps to lift breasts and prevent sagging breasts. As well as tips and advice to remember. You can read about it here

These are all safe and effective ways to help lift breasts and make or keep it firm. If you have this problem try these ways and you will notice the difference. 

Please share this so others can benefit from it too. If you have any suggestions comments or advice feel free to comment below or contact us. 

Monday, 8 January 2018

Apple Facial mask for different skin types. Also glowing skin

Fruit can be most effective for your skin. So why not consider it. Think about it. Tomatoes can fight the effects of ageing. Bananas can help for dry skin. So why not think about apples as a secret ingredient also. But please it is for fresh apples. Not frozen apples. 


Oily skin

Start with taking a bowl. Add a teaspoon apple that is grated. Add curd and lemon juice. Mix to make a paste that is mixed well. Apply on freshly cleansed face. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Never use hot water on your face. Apply your favorite moisturizer. 

This helps to remove excess oil while the curd is effective as it brightens skin and also moisturises. 

Dry skin

Again take a bowl. Add a teaspoon apple that is grated. Add just a few drops glycerine to the mixture. Make sure to mix it well that it is a smooth paste. Apply on freshly cleansed face. Leave it for 20 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water. Apply your favorite moisturiser. 

Sensitive skin

Start by boiling a small apple until it is tender. Peel off the skin. Now take a fork and crush the boiled apple. Now add only a teaspoon banana that is ripe. Last add fresh cream. Again only a teaspoon. Mix everything well to make a paste. Apply all over face. Leave it for 20 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water. Apply your favorite moisturiser. 

Glowing skin

Again start with taking a bowl. Add a teaspoon of apple that is grated. Add a teaspoon fresh pomegranate juice. Add a teaspoon yogurt. Stir everything to make sure it mix well. Apply over face.  Leave it for 20 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water. Apply your favorite moisturiser. 

This mask is filled with antioxidants. Has powerful anti ageing properties. It is extremely good because it helps to protect skin epidermis. An added bonus is that it helps to regenerate skin cells.

If you have any suggestions comments or questions. Feel free to comment below or contact us.
Please share so others can benefit from the advice given here too.

Thursday, 4 January 2018

Home made facial mask for instant radiance and beautiful skin

Most women will agree that glowing skin is associated with flawless beauty. Perfect health and absolute radiance. So how many products do you know of that offers just that. But today I share a few home made face masks that can give you that radiant skin. 


Almond facial mask.
Start by taking a bowl. Add 8 to 10 almonds that is finely crushed.  Now add two tablespoons milk. Leave it for just a few minutes so that the milk can absorb the goodness of the almonds. Apply it on your freshly cleansed face. Softly pat it dry so it doesn't drip. Gently rinse your face after a few minutes. But use only cold water. Incidentally this is also effective for dark circles.

Fuller's earth.
Fuller's earth is another great product that can be used for your face. Start by taking three to four tablespoons fullers earth. Place it in a bowl. Now take 10 mint leaves and make sure it is finely crushed. Add all the ingredients in the bowl. Make sure everything is nicely mixed. Leave overnight in refrigerator. Next morning remove it from the fridge and allow it to reach room temperature. Now apply this on your freshly cleansed face. Allow it to dry. Clean your face with a cotton ball that is dipped in water. You can use rosewater to really complete the facial treatment. Afterwards wash your face with cool water. Never use hot water as it is harmful for your skin.

Want to know about the chocolate face mask for absolutely beauty and radiance?
Read about it here.

Cabbage facial mask.
Yes you read correctly. You may feel it is an absolute weird mask to consider. But at least try it before you reconsider. This mask is effective in the fight against wrinkles and gives you that radiant skin you want. All you have to do is take a cup of sliced cabbage. Extract the juice of the cabbage. Whatever method you have available or prefer. The secret is the juice. Leave it on for 20 minutes. Now wash your face gently with cool water. Gently dry your skin and    moisturise your skin with your prefered product. 

Water

It had to be mentioned. A person that drinks 8 glasses of water has a naturally glowing refreshed skin. It helps your body get rid of toxins. So try it and see for yourself. An added bonus you will find that if you drink 8 glasses of water you will lose unwanted weight also.

These are some of the many ways to get that radiant glowing skin you want. So why not try it and see for yourself. I hope this helps you. If you know of any other method or advice feel free to share so everyone can benefit from it.

For other face masks that works for radiant skin. Click here

If you have any questions suggestions or comments feel free to comment below or contact us. Please share so others can benefit from the advice given. 

Wednesday, 3 January 2018

Have strong healthy nails naturally home remedy

Strong nails just makes a nice difference to well looked after hands. I am fortunate enough to have strong nails. And I admit I prefer longer nails too. But after a question from a reader, I am sharing advice on how to have beautiful strong nails naturally. 


There is a few different methods that you can use. So I will share each one separately.

Green tea.
First make green tea. Let it sit and cool down. Leave your nails and let it soak up the goodness of this remedy. The result will be beautiful stong healthier and shiny nails. 

Olive oil
Olive oil is another great way to help your nails to become the nails you want. Massage a small amount of olive oil on your nails. 

Vitamin E 
Vitamin E is one of the most powerful ingredients for strong healthy nails. You can apply vitamin E oil on your nails. Leave it for a few minutes.

Garlic.
Some will swear by this. If you apply garlic onto your nails and massage it. It will bcome stronger and look healthy.It will also help your nails to grow.

Supplements
You can also look in some shops and centres there is usually supplements that is meant for hair and nail. As it has the needed ingredients you can consider it. Plus it gives your hair much needed nutrients as well. 

Please note
All these methods will give you strong nails that is healthy and beautiful. But above all else. Remember that it should be done daily.  

By using this method you will find that you can show off your beautiful nails without a care where you are. I hope this article helps you. If you know of any other methods that will help nails to grow stronger. Feel free to comment below.

If you have any questions comments or suggestions feel free to contact us or comment below.

Please share so others can know about this great home remedies that does work. 

Saturday, 21 October 2017

Waxing the good the bad and the home made recipes

Today I want to talk about something that many feel they will never consider. It is frowned upon by many. Yet those who do this as part of their beauty routine will praise the effectiveness of it. Painful? Yes. Effective mostly.  Facial hair, arms legs back and hair on many other parts can be removed by using this method But many will feel they will stick to their preferred ways of dealing with unwanted hair..  It is an opinion from the one person the next. But it is best only in the hands of someone who knows what they are doing. I am talking about waxing. Many are not sensitive to waxing. But for those who are sensitive to waxing. It is best to use other ways to get rid of unwanted hair


Waxing is an effective way to deal with unwanted hair growth. For 6 to 8 weeks there is no issue about hair growth. Hair growth will be thinner. So many consider it as an ideal way to deal with unwanted hair growth. First the home made waxing recipes. There is a variety of ways available. It is about personal preference. 

Please read the full article before you want to do it you do not have experience about waxing.

Sugar wax

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 or 2 drops tea tree essential oil (optional)  


Place everything together in a saucepan. Put the pan with the mixture on the stove. Medium high heat is best temperature for melting the ingredients. Keep stirring the mixture. Please know that sugar can burn fast. The intention is to melt the sugar. You are looking for a consistency that is syrup in appearance. It should be golden brown in appearance. Remove the mixture from the stove. Pour into container that can handle high heat. Leave the mixture to cool for two hours before you want to use it. 

Honey wax

  • 1 cup white sugar, granulated
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Juice of half a lemon 


Put all the ingredients in saucepan. Stir everything. Again remember that sugar burns easily so stir frequently.  Keep doing that till everything has melted. There should not be any sign of sugar granules. Remove the mixture from the stove and leave it to cool to room temperature. 

Waxing method

Use cotton fabric cut into strips after applying a thin layer of wax over freshly washed skin. Rub with your fingers to make sure everything spreads evenly. Always apply wax in the direction of hair growth. Never the opposite. Leave it to harden on skin. Now take the side of the strip and quickly remove the strip from your skin. Pull the opposite direction of hair growth.  

Word of caution

In the hands of a novice it is very very dangerous. So get information about safely waxing or ask a friend that knows enough already to help. Make it a girls hangout. If the wax mixture drips easily. Do not attempt to use it. The only thing you will experience is painful burns on your skin. And it can be very serious. Depending on how hot the mixture is. So if you are a first time user. Please first and most. Be careful. Do not burn yourself. Not only is it painful. It is also very dangerous if the burns are severe. Find a friend that has experience. Or find information to avoid burning yourself.

How to deal with waxing burns.

If it is minor burns. This will be effective. By minor burns I mean some redness and swelling that may occur. For more severe burns find medical help.
First apply an ice pack. Do not directly apply ice cubes onto skin. Wrap ice cubes in cloth or towel. Something that will avoid freezer burns. And leave it on for a few minutes. Apply Vaseline over the area as it protects skin from becoming infected. This is only effective it is some minor burns. If you find that you have severe burns you should seek medical attention. Do remember that skin that has burns are prone to infections. You will deal with redness and swelling for a few days but your skin will heal. 

With that said I hope that this article not only helps those who are considering waxing but it also saves those who do know how dangerous waxing can be if you do not know what you are doing. Please use this methods safely. Or keep using your preferred methods of dealing with unwanted hair.  

Please share so others can benefit from the advice given. Feel free to comment below or contact us if you have advice suggestions or comments

Tuesday, 15 August 2017

Face masks for different skin types

We all know how important it is to feel and look good. A home made facial mask is a good pick me up that can be seen and felt within minutes. So with that in mind I am sharing tried and trusted facial masks for different skin types.


Dry skin
Take one banana. (Not too ripe) 
Mash it with a fork that it can be applied to skin. 
Add a table spoon honey. 

Mix together and apply to freshly cleansed face. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse your face with lukewarm water and apply your favorite moisturizer.

Normal or combination skin 
Take three table spoons honey. 
Add two tablespoons lemon juice. 

Mix well so that it makes a paste. Apply to freshly cleansed face. Leave on for twenty minutes. Rinse your face with lukewarm water and apply your favorite moisturizer.

Oily skin
Take two egg whites slightly mixed. 
Add one table spoon honey with one table spoon fat free milk powder to create a paste. 

Apply to skin that is freshly cleansed. Leave it for twenty minutes. Rinse your face with lukewarm water and apply your favorite moisturizer.

These are simple basic face masks that is suitable for different skin types. So if you are looking for a quick effective face mask that works. Why not choose the one for your skin type.

I find that it is effective for my skin type. The result is amazing. Fresh clean skin that shows it was pampered. I hope this works for you too. Please share so others can benefit from this article too. 

If you have questions comments or suggestions feel free to comment below. Or contact us.

Refreshing spray for your face

Did you ever consider that sometimes you may just need that feeling of a refreshed face. So what can be done? You can consider this recipe made at home. It is a truly revitialzing feeling. As well as refreshed. Best thing about it? You know what is added. And you can make this mixture in minutes.


Ingredients  

Witch hazel
Distilled water
Lemon flower oil
Water melon cut into pieces

Instructions

Put the watermelon into juicer
Pour the liquid through the strainer as you dont want the seeds. Now mix the witch hazel with the liquid.  You can change to lemon flower oil for dry skin. Dilute it with distilled water. Pour the mixture into a spritz bottle spray
bottle) Keep in the fridge. When ever you use this spray it gives a refreshing feeling to the skin and keeps your skin clean as well as balanced 

I find this spray truly refreshing. I hope that you will agree. Please share so others can benefit from it too.

If you have any questions comments or suggestions feel free to comment below. Or contact us.

Saturday, 22 July 2017

Homemade all-in-one face mask for younger clear radiant skin for all skin types

I was on the verge of a skin break out which doesn't happen much to me despite having oily skin. So I knew I had to do something drastic. Result is a great facial mask that I just knew I had to share. I will however confess I got carried away when combining ingredients. But at the same time I knew what would be good for skin and wanted to make sure I handle a few things at the same time. Despite having oily skin I knew I had to give my skin some much needed pampering as well. Having oily skin doesn't mean you don't need moisturise. It just means your moisturiser should not be for other skin types and not have any unneeded oils. As your skin will be aggravated and it will be visible.


If you suffer from dull tired looking skin, need to focus on wrinkles, dark circles or even dark marks, irritated tired looking skin then you can try this. As this a home made face mask you will be amazed at the results. I have to admit I just combined things that I knew will be good for my skin. Each of these ingredients does something beneficial for skin. So it wasn't just a random pick. If you have made facial masks before you will know how beneficial each of these ingredients are.

What items did I use, you may wonder.
Oats
Lemon juice or juice of one lemon
Extra virgin olive oil, 
Banana, 
Cucumber
Tomato
Mint leaves that was freshly picked I used about 6. 
Now don't forget to add yogurt. 
If I had raw honey I would've added it. As it is good for many skin conditions.
While you are relaxing why not place two cucumber slices over your eyes as well

The cucumber came straight from the fridge so it was a cold face mask. Combine the ingredients and liquidise it in a liquidiser and make sure to make a fine smooth paste with it. Or a food processor if you don't have a liquidiser. Apply on your face and neck. I always apply the mask on my hands too. We use our hands so much but it shows age just as easily. Yet most forget that hands need pampering as well.  When applying you will feel it starts working on your skin within minutes. Personally I leave it on to dry completely as it has a skin tightening effect as well. I can say about 20 minutes then rinse off with lukewarm water (never use hot water on your face). Apply your favourite moisturiser or why not consider ending your facial treatment with a well nourishing oil such as castor olive or coconut oil for extra benefits. Leave it on overnight

As seen it was a wild made facial mask. But with these results. I keep doing this every day. I don't know if it is about the combined effect or if it is the fact that after I put on castor oil but it is stunning. But you can apply olive oil or coconut oil after face mask and leave it on overnight. It has so many nutritional benefits. 

I always make facial masks, not only for me but for my mother as well. She deserves the pampering too.  Some time other ladies use this facial mask as well. This is the changes I have noticed as following between all of us. Smooth clear skin that is well hydrated and slowly removes wrinkles. Skin looks radiant, fresh, nourished and well hydrated. Dark circles are lightened, it may even be gone. And that skin break out. That disappeared before it became a problem. Dark marks are lightened. Freckles are lightened as well, firmer younger looking skin that shows you gave your skin some much needed time. I am surprised at all the results I have seen. I call this the all-in-one face mask. I may improve it over time. But I am truly satisfied with it. I do hope you will approve it as well.

Monday, 15 May 2017

Natural skin moisturizers that is found in your kitchen

If you want to use natural moisturisers. Then look no further. As you may already have any of these products in your kitchen cupboards.


Olive oil.
It isn't even strange that olive oil would be named as it is full of nutrients and an added bonus. It has Vitamin E which is great for skin, It also encourages smooth and well nourished skin. Perfect for all over body pampering.

Want to know why it is good to use olive oil? Then check here.

Method
Start by rubbing some lukewarm olive oil all over body. Hands, legs, as well as the other areas that you feel need that extra nourishment.
Leave for at least 30 minutes before taking a shower.

If you have scars you can consider olive oil. Pure virgin olive oil gets rid of scars effectively

This can be done daily or more as you need. Choice is yours. But the benefits will have you wanting more pampering. 

Coconut oil
Another great moisturiser that works great for skin. Another great beauty secret. As it helps to keep your skin hydrated supple and well nourished. Another added benefit is that it gives extra nutrients that your skin needs.

If you want to know more tips about coconut oil read here

Method
Warm some coconut oil for a few seconds.
Apply all over your skin. Gently massage your skin. Leave it on for at least ten minutes before taking your shower or bath. Which ever you prefer.
Again you can do this every day or a few times a week. Choice is yours.

If you want to know why it is good to start using coconut oil. You can read about the benefits of using coconut oil

Coconut oil is non greasy which makes it ideal for all skin types including oily skin.

Honey
Ohh wonderful honey. Not only does it sweeten tea and have many health benefits. Again it is mentioned for skin. For your skin this will be well deserved pampering session. Honey penetrates to the deeper layers of your skin. Moisturising where it is needed most. But at the same time it helps to keep that need moisture locked in your skin.

For other benefits of honey feel free to check here

Method
Take 2 tablespoons whole milk and 2 tablespoons honey. Mix and apply on skin. Leave for 10 minutes. Now take your bath or shower. This can be done daily or when it is needed.

For extremely dry skin you can apply the honey directly on skin where needed . Leaving it for 20 minutes before rinsing it off.

Feel free to read Honey and lemon facial mask

These are just a few natural moisturizers that can be used. It will change the appearance of your skin. Hydrating it as well as giving needed nutrients. Go ahead try this and feel the difference for yourself.


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Wednesday, 3 May 2017

Lightning effect nail art

If you want really stunning ideas on nail art. Then look no further. Here is yet another suggestion that looks complicated yet is easy to do. This lightning effect really makes a clear statement. 



Items needed
Black colour nail polish
White blue, white and purple nail polish
Micro tipped pen
Sponge
Clear coat nail polish (Optional)

Instructions
Start by applying the black nail polish
Now combine white blue, purple and white nail polish colours
Use the sponge to apply those combined colours on your nails
Take the micro tipped pen and create lightning strike effect
You can apply clear coat nail polish to give your nails that smooth effect, if you prefer


Expert level
Beginner


Yet another stunning idea that has a clear and visible effect. 

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Creating nail art with scotch tape

If you love doing your own nail art designs and you are a beginner. Yet you want a sophisticated and glamourous look. This might just be for you.


As seen in the image this is yet another easy design. All you need is some imagination and you end up with beautiful nails such as this one

Items needed
Scotch tape
Base coat nail polish (Here pink was used)

A few more colours of nail polish Colours as you prefer
You can use a clear coat nail polish if you prefer it


Instructions
Start by applying the base coat.
Leave it to dry completely.
Cut the desired shapes with the scotch tape and put on nails to create the desired form.
Remember cover what you want showing. 
Apply your colour nail polish
Leave it to dry

Now you can add the scotch tape again to do the same thing.
Apply another colour nail polish.


Repeat this until you have the desired result
You can end it off by applying a clear coat nail polish if you prefer



Expert level
Beginner


This is just another example of what you can do with your nails. It is cute and glamorous at the same time. I hope this article helped you to find your creative side and ponder on what you can do.

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Monday, 1 May 2017

Easy stripes design nail art tutorial

Another easy DIY nail art tutorial. It looks difficult but is so easy to do. You can choose your own prefered colours. Always remember that these are just suggestions to inspire you.


Items needed
You will need a base coat nail polish
A few different shades nail polish

Clear nail polish (optional)
Fan brush


Instructions
Start by applying your base nail polish. Leave it to dry completely.
Now using the fan brush you can apply fine lines. By dipping the fan in different colors of your prefered shades of nail polish.
Leave each coat to dry before applying a new colour.
You can end it off with a clear nail polish top coat if you prefer.
As seen in the image it should be done horizontally.

Expert level
Beginner

Another easy idea to try. I hope you find the fun in it. Try new ideas. You may love it and inspire those around you. I hope you enjoyed another fun idea to try.

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Lovely flower nail art tutorial

Haven't done any nail art in a while. So here is another idea if you want to try it and you just starting. If you love the idea of nail art. But you just cant seem to find your way around the diy department. Then this tutorial may just be for you. Easy and beautiful. But most. You did this yourself. 

Feel free to check the other nail art ideas here

Items needed
Base coat nail polish
Red nail polish (or your prefered colour) as well as a lighter shade
Green nail polish (or your prefered nail polish
White nail polish
Clear nail polish (optional)
Bobby pin 

Instructions
Start with applying your base coat.
Now using a bobby pin make the red circles.
Remember to add some green as seen on the image. (Around the red circles to represent the leaves.)
Now by adding some white on the flower image
Now you should have a complete image.

You can end it off by adding some clear nail polish. 
But good to refer to the image as seen and you will have lovely easy flower nail art.


Expert level
Beginner

Hands gets noticed. Lovely nails that shows some extra care always tend to be elegant. So dont be afraid to try something different. This DIY tutorial is the perfect idea if you feel out of your depths when trying nail art. But as said it is good to refer to the image if you feel unsure. 

I hope this is just the start of so many ideas you want to try. Please share so others can benefit from it too. If you have any comments, questions or suggestions. Feel free to contact us or comment below

Saturday, 22 April 2017

Home remedies to help alleviate pains associated with PMS Premenstrual syndrome

Some have mild symptoms. Others suffers severely. But all women know that it is not a happy time. From your teen years to the next stage in your life you deal with this issue. Yes I am talking of PMS as women call it. But mostly known as premenstrual syndrome. So what can help to relieve the symptoms? Many look for medication to cope with the cramps. Mild to severe cramps can be most uncomfortable. But here is a few simple home remedies and added advice too


For other ways to help deal with menstrual cycle and cramps. Please follow this link.

Ginger
If you drink ginger tea you will help to soothe the aches and pains. Take ginger that is grated and boil in water for 5 minutes. Strain and add honey. Drink this a few times during the day.

Apple cider vinegar
Take a glass of water and add 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar. Drink a few time during the day.

Vitamins and minerals
Calcium helps because it helps to balance your hormone levels. Thus relieving symptoms of PMS
Magnesium is effective as it helps by reducing PMS symptoms such as bloating headaches and migraines caused by PMS. Fluid retention and tender breasts can also be alleviated. 

Leafy green vegetables, beans, seeds nuts as well as bananas is filled with  the needed nutrients that your body need during this time. 

Blackstrap molasses
Blackstrap molasses is full of calcium and magnesium and many more nutrients. So good to consider it too. Just take a spoonful with a glass of milk daily 

Exercise
I know it is the time you feel like exercise can be the worst thing. But exercise can help to alleviate pains. As long as it is mild exercise and as an added bonus you will feel much more fit. 

So with these home remedies you can help to alleviate the pains and aches. I really hope this helps
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Monday, 13 March 2017

Losing weight and losing inches with Tiffany Rothe exercises

If you are like many who just don't feel like exercising. But the mirror tells you it is time. If you know you can not ignore that cry for help from your body anymore. If you discover your favorite pair of jeans just don't fit anymore. Then this article is for you. 

Eating correctly is very important. 
No one can tell you eat anything you like and still see results. For the obvious answer you are working against your goal of achieving weight loss. 

Water
Drinking lots of water is just as important as it flushes out toxins. Gets rids fatty deposits and helps by keeping you hydrated.

Exercises
There is many exercise routines and gadgets out there to help you with exercising. There is Zumba TaeBo And so many other ways to lose weight. But today I want to talk about a person as much as the exercise routines. Why would I share about a person when this site clearly is not about people? You may wonder. 

My answer is this. This is a lifestyle site. Health is one of the main goals of this site. So with that in mind I am sharing because the exercises works. Effectively and efficiently. But at the same time it can be from working a specific area of the body to a full body workout. It can be from 5 minutes to 30 minutes or more. But again I repeat that the exercises works. You know the areas you need to work on. You know where there is a need to improve.

Within one week you may start seeing a difference. Depending on how dedicated you are to be fit healthy and how serious you are about being in shape

All you need to do is search Tiffany Rothe. You may have heard about her. But I personally experienced that the exercises is not too difficult and works. I combine two or three as one full exercise routine. Thus working the whole body. Search for Tiffany Rothe workouts on YouTube. See for yourself. Experience the change if you choose that.


I will be the first one to tell you it is very important to be happy with yourself. So I will not be the one to tell people exercise exercise exercise. Or even health when they want to have a sweet treat. Honestly I also believe that we should enjoy the small pleasures in life. Just remember to enjoy in small amounts. But then again that is a personal choice. But if you feel you want to be healthy and want to focus on your weight and health. Do it for yourself. You deserve it.  

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