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19/01/2016

A good alternative to sugary jelly and the perfect treat for a kids party

19/01/2016

For a smooth start to your day try this ultra-easy breakfast drink

18/01/2016

Easy Homemade Foaming Face Wash
Materials
5 parts water
1 part Dr. Bronner’s Baby Mild Unscented Liquid Castile Soap
1/4 teaspoon (about 25 drops) certified organic tea tree essential oil (per 12-16 oz of face wash)
Foaming soap dispenser (more details below)
Directions
Measure the amount of liquid that will fit in your foaming soap dispenser by filling it with water and then pouring the water into a liquid measuring cup. (Make sure to leave about 1/2 inch of empty space at the top.)
Fill your foaming soap dispenser with 5 parts water and 1 part liquid Castile soap. (Use a funnel or liquid measuring cup to avoid a mess.)
Add essential oil.
Shake gently to combine.
5:1 water to soap measurements:
1 cup (8 oz) = about .75 cup and 1 tablespoon water + 3 tablespoons liquid soap
1.5 cups (12 oz) = 1.25 cups water + .25 cup liquid soap
2 cups (16 oz) = about 1.5 cups and 2 tablespoons water + 6 tablespoons liquid soap

18/01/2016

DIY MAKEUP – HOMEMADE LOOSE FACE POWDER
WHAT YOU NEED:
arrowroot
cacao or cocoa powder (assuming you want it tinted)
peppermint essential oil (optional but divine)

WHAT YOU DO WITH IT:
1.
In a small bowl mix 4 tbsp arrowroot with 1 tsp cacao powder to test for color. Blend completely. Continue adding cacao powder until you reach the desired tint.
2. Next, if you want, you can add a couple of drops of peppermint essential oil. It makes it smell really good and peppermint is good for your skin. If you have a more reddish complexion, you could try adding cinnamon for the right color as well.
3. You can place the powder in a small glass jar or other container.

18/01/2016

Basic body spray recipe
You’ll need:
8 oz. distilled water
1 Tbs witch hazel
20 – 30 drops of essential oils
a spray
Directions:
1. Pour water, witch hazel, and your chosen essential oils in a container. Seal tightly and shake well. That’s it! Just be sure to shake it well before each use.

18/01/2016

Women have fought so long and hard for our rights and equality, and now all our attention is put on being a size 0.

18/01/2016

It's challenging, but you have to at least try to eat right and exercise.

15/01/2016

15/01/2016

14/01/2016

The 5 Steps to Correctly Washing Your Face
Step #1: Wash your face with lukewarm water and a cream cleanser. Warm water helps lift the dirt out of your skin, but hot water can be too drying. Cream cleansers are more hydrating, but if you wear a lot of makeup, you might want to use a gel cleanser and/or a makeup remover instead. After washing, dab your face with a towel—don’t rub. It will stretch your skin and lead to wrinkles.

Step #2: Take a cotton ball and dip it in toner and swipe it around your face, focusing on problem areas. For example, if you have an oily t-zone, toner is a huge help. You don’t need a lot! Just one soaked cotton ball is perfect.

Step #3: Serum is like a green juice for your skin. There are some amazing high-end ones, but you don’t need to spend to over due it—L’Oreal has some amazing ones that you can get at your local drugstore. Use one or two pumps for your entire face. This is also a great way to address any specific issues you have with your skin, because they make serums for everything: anti-aging, moisturizing, redness, etc.

Step #4: You can also mix your serum in with your moisturizer, which cuts down on a step. For night, pick a heavier moisturizer, but for day, make sure you choose one with SPF if you’re not going to apply sunscreen on your own.

Step #5: The last step—don’t forget your eye cream! The under eye area is the thinnest part of your skin, so it’s desperate for moisture. Massage or pat a pea-sized amount of eye cream under your eyes about half an inch under your brow bone. If you’re putting on makeup afterwards, wait a few minutes so the cream can sink in.

14/01/2016

5 Things to Detox
1. Detox your body
Do you usually struggle to stick to your fitness regime, even when New Year’s resolutions are still ringing in your ears? It’s time to try something new.
2.Detox your mind
Meditation can be a brilliant way to clear out the junk we worry about day in day out. Never tried it before.
3.Detox your home
It’s tempting to put off a big tidy up until your spring clean, but after the holidays our homes are usually bunged up with boxes and mess. A tidy room instantly makes you feel better, so when it’s too wet or cold to go outside, why not tackle some of that clutter
4.Detox your job
Giving your job a makeover can do wonders not only for your bank balance but also boost your confidence and have a positive impact on your home life.
5.Detox your diet
If you’re exercising more, then it’s the ideal time to declutter your diet too. In winter when we’re all stuck indoors more often, eating is a common way to overcome boredom, but it’s worth at least keeping nibbles as healthy as possible.

14/01/2016

Should Women Shave Their Faces?

To shave, or not to shave? That is the question. The idea of women shaving their faces isn't a new one by any means, but like bacne and the gross satisfaction you get from removing a stubborn blackhead, it's one of those taboo beauty rituals that rarely leaves the privacy of your own bathroom, much less gets discussed in public. "Women have shaved their faces for years, we just didn't know or talk about it until recently. A lot of women in the '50s, like the movie stars and starlets, you'll find that they did it," says Stephanie Kaulesar, Specialist Director at hair removal salon Spruce & Bond. "That's actually how the dermaplaning method came into play, which is where a dermatologist takes a scalpel-looking knife and scrapes the surface of your skin as well as your hair."If a little peach fuzz is something that concerns you, you're probably a good candidate for shaving. "It's something that creates a lot of self-consciousness, so if it makes a woman feel better, then you should do it," she says. "The face is the first thing anyone sees when they look at you, so it alleviates the anxiety for people who are bothered by it." However, shaving your face isn't as simple as picking up your Venus razor and going to town—you'll need to take a lot of care so you don't end up with a marred complexion. And it isn't something you can do 10 minutes before heading out. "Take your time in all aspects, and go over the area once in the direction the hair is growing," she advises. "Avoid anywhere from your cheekbones up, then you get into other areas that can get a little dangerous—and don't touch your eyebrows." Though many mini-facial razors are available on the market, according to Kaulesar, the best tool for the treatment is a men's razor, as it's made to tackle the coarse hair on your guy, but can effectively remove your much-softer texture in one swipe.

14/01/2016

Tips to remove Dandruff
Here are a few simple homemade remedies to help you get rid of dandruff effectively:

Wash your hair regularly.
Use an effective anti-dandruff shampoo.
Use yogurt to get rid of dandruff flakes. Gently massage it into the scalp.Rinse, then wash again, using as little shampoo as necessary.
To help prevent dandruff, brush your hair after you shower and shampoo.
Use coconut oil for better hair care.
The effects of dandruff can be intensified due to various reasons. Environmental conditions, stress and diet are contributing factors to dandruff. Zinc plays a major role in the growth of skin and hair- so much so that if the body doesn’t get zinc, hair growth may stop completely. Zinc is an essential part of the diet for someone who wants healthy hair. Zinc can be obtained from foods like oysters, hard cheeses, liver, canned fish, whole meal bread, eggs, organic meat and champagne. Sleeping well and regular exercise can minimize the effects of dandruff.

14/01/2016

Charred and then mashed with earthy paprika and sour sherry vinegar, we love this dish as a condiment on roast lamb or served as a dip with pita chips.

14/01/2016

The dressing for this cumin-spiced salad is made from the carrots' cooking liquid, which concentrates into a sweet syrup when reduced.

13/01/2016

Home Remedies for Dry Hair

Olive oil is the most popular home remedy for dry hair. The rich vitamin E and antioxidant content present in olive oil help heal damaged hair by sealing the cuticle, or outer layer, with moisture. Olive oil can be used as a hot oil hair treatment to strengthen, add shine and restore moisture to very dry hair.

1.Put enough olive oil for the length of your hair in a cup or bowl and slightly warm it in a microwave.
2.Apply the warm oil thoroughly over your scalp and hair shafts. Massage your scalp gently for five to 10 minutes.
3.Cover your hair with a warm towel and leave the oil on overnight, or at least for 30 minutes.
4.Finally, shampoo and condition your hair with products suited to your hair type.
5.Do this at least once a week to give your hair much-needed nourishment and care.

13/01/2016

METHOD Place all the salad leaves in a salad bowl or platter. Arrange cucumber, beetroot and onion on top of the leaves. Cut or crumble the cheese - whichever you prefer - over it. Sprinkle with sprouts and toasted seeds. When ready to serve, toss salad with the dressing.

13/01/2016

To fully appreciate the process of nourishment requires a different perspective and broader philosophy. While eating a meal is a biological inevitability, the experience of eating really goes much further.

12/01/2016

Every day is a new day when it comes to smoothies. Use this paleo-friendly recipe as a base, and customize it to your tastes. When you’ve mastered the basic smoothie, check out these other smoothies — one green, and one fruity!

12/01/2016

Smoothies are a healthy choice, but fruit-filled drinks can be heavy on the carbs. Here are 10 low-carb recipe blends.

11/01/2016

11/01/2016

08/01/2016

Delicious Clean and Healthy Recipes From My Family To Yours. All recipes include calories and Weight Watchers Points.

08/01/2016

Delicious Clean and Healthy Recipes From My Family To Yours. All recipes include calories and Weight Watchers Points.

07/01/2016

A lot goes into finding the right foundation—even more than you might think! Cover FX’s Director of Artistry schools us in everything we need to know to find the perfect match.

07/01/2016

High-drama cat eyes were all over the runways at Paris Fashion Week, and we have the perfect gel liner—in 22 shades—for trying out the look.

06/01/2016

This delicious mango and yogurt shake is great for extinguishing the fire in your mouth after eating hot curries!

06/01/2016

I had a great create your own smoothie at the Minneapolis raw food restaurant, Ecopolitan. I tried to recreate it but came up with something delicious and unique!

05/01/2016

05/01/2016