LIQUID GOLD

OLIVE OIL: Extra virgin olive oil in particular contains strong antioxidants, like Vitamins A and E . This natural skincare ingredient can be used by any skin type, it is also an anti-aging agent . DRY SKIN-It is recommended that, when you use olive oil as a moisturizer , you massage it into skin that's still slightly damp so that the remaining water on your skin can help keep your skin from feeling greasy. You can also Mix extra virgin olive oil and sea salt together to make a natural exfoliant for your face. Massage into your face,It works to get rid of the old, dry skin, revealing new, younger skin underneath. OILY SKIN-Oil absorbs oil, if you have an oily skin, olive oil can also be used to treat your face, this method is best done at night before going to bed. Gently massage extra virgin olive oil into your face for about 15 minutes(you don't need to remove or wash off your makeup), then with a clean face towel,allow towel to soak in hot running water, squeeze out water and gently place over your face for few minutes , gently wipe off oil,repeat this process 4 times. The hot running water placed over the face also unclogs pores. SKIN ELASTICITY- Olive oil, when massaged gently into your face, helps to promote your skin's elasticity. STRETCH MARKS AND SCARS- Using warmed olive oil for scar removal and better elasticity, is one way pregnant women can help remove stretch marks before and after pregnancy. Olive oil works wonders on the skin as a healing agent and, in addition to stretch marks, it can be used on scar tissues, cuts, scrapes, and acne scaring. The Egyptians valued olive oil so much, and it was especially used for royals, they called it the "liquid gold"

BEING A MUM

Before I had my daughter I had it all going for me, I lived in a perfect world,a world without cares or worries, a fabulous world. Then the pregnancy came along, I watched myself blowup every minute, what was happening? I thought I would loose it all as soon as I put to bed. Hmmmnn !!! After my angelic princess was born the weight didn't stop even with all the workouts? The breast feeding seemed to make it worse, ahhh! what should I do?. Then came the judges, they made life a living hell. Hey! they said, she is now ugly, she is so fat,she can't even take good care of herself! Then depression set in, I almost starved myself to death because , I wanted to please the whole world, I made everyone around me depressed too. I developed ulcers, the pains I can never forget. With self counseling and encouragement from my mum and my husband, I decided to live for myself , I appreciated all I had and tried to make myself constantly happy . Hmmmm!it wasn't easy at first but with time it became part of me. I took a lot of photographs,I changed hairstyles,I wore bold makeup,I got new clothes,new accessories,i danced at every slight opportunity,I played with my princess like a child,I smiled at my reflection whenever I looked in a mirror,wow!I was happy. Suddenly I realized I had shed all the weight hahaha the same weight that almost cost my life? The same weight that almost cost me my loved ones? Wait a minute! I didn't even have to starve or workout! But my clothes were so baggy on me, I could fit into my old clothes. Mums I share my story with you today. Like I said in my earlier post it starts from You! Learn to appreciate You. People are different, and their bodies react to situations differently, just be positive and always make yourself a happy mum. What works for your neighbor might not work for u. Try and find out what works for you and make yourself happy. Be a fabulous mum!

FROM MY HEART TO MUMS

Ask me for a hero and I will show you a mum. I honestly never appreciated mums till I became one, those of you out there judging mums , wait till you are in their shoes . To all you mums out there, shout out to you!Today I want to remind you of You! am sure you have forgotten about you, because You have to be there for the kids, cook the meals, do the dishes and laundry, change the diapers, shop for the groceries and toiletries, pickup the kids from school,supervise their home work,tell them bed time stories ...I get it. Hey! They also expect you to be a loving wife, to earn a living,look good, lose weight, wear high heels,change hair styles,apply makeup , Look trendy...I get it. Mums,i want to remind you that you are beautiful,you are sexy, you are gorgeous, you a fabulousity personified. Mums, you can be all of the above and even more,it starts from inside you. Ignore those judges, focus on yourself, eat right, take evening walks,u mustn't wear heals after all flats are envouge, go get that hair style you always dreamt of, apply makeup and if you can't ,go get those edgy bangs, they hide much more than we can ever imagine, buy that perfume you have been admiring from the shop show glass,laugh a lot, even when they think you shouldn't,spoil your self a little, have a girls night out .

PERFECT EYEBROWS

I know most guys will see this and say oh! this is for the ladies. But I will tell you that having the perfect brows also applies to the men. Your eyebrows define your facial features and also gives you a clean look. Whatever makeup you wear, whichever cosmetic products you use, no matter how expensive they are, nothing will mean a thing if you don’t have neat eyebrows . Full natural looking brows are the best to keep,not only do they make u look younger, but they are also easier to fill up and it gives you that natural look but If you have a tiny face with delicate features, thick brows can be overwhelming,those with low brow bone should also avoid going too full. 0pen your eyes,if the space between the brows and the upper lashes is small, make the eyebrow thinner and arched. For your first time, go to a professional. Don't try and shape your brows for the first time yourself , if you over pluck, the hairs might not grow back! But, if you go see a professional for the initial shaping, you can keep them pretty cleaned up yourself at home. Brows can be cleaned by tweezing, threading, waxing or shaving. Tweezing,threading and waxing last longer, while shaving lasts for a few days. Threading is a very old technique of hair removal, which is said to provide neat lines for your eyebrows. This technique is also regarded as the one which gives the best shape to your brows. Tweezing on the other hand is a method of plucking the brows with tweezers, this method also provides neat lines for your brows. Waxing eyebrows can be used as a good alternative to tweezing. Waxing usually takes less time, as it can remove much more than one hair at a time and the hairs will not return for some time. Shaving is the simplest, the fastest and the cheapest way to remove hair, and it is painfree, although it lasts for only few days, whilst the other methods last for months.

FACE STEAMING!!!

Facial steaming is a habit that should be cultivated by everyone . Facial steaming is still used as one of the basic methods to detox our pores. Whether you opt for a cosmetic or only a simple homemade treatment, it is best to do it well in other to a maximal effect. Steaming helps you to get rid of the facial fat, excess fluids, and the harmful impurities,It also helps in removing those black heads which accumulate near the area of the nose and the chin. The effect of the steam will be strong enough to do miracles with clogged and stubborn pores.

HOW DO I STEAM MY FACE AT HOME? The easiest way is to pour boiling water in a bowl, lean over it, and put a towel over your head and shoulders to trap the steam in.
You don't really need to do it all that often; I'd say once a week or so. It's good to steam before using a mask because of the open pores.

If you don't plan on using a mask, after you're done steaming (15minutes is about right) rinse your face first with warm water (to remove the oil and impurities ) and then cold water (to close your pores )

These are several harmful agents that have the ability to penetrate the skin so deep that there's need for radical treatment to be eliminated. Steaming can be a solution for this problem.
There are hardly any debris that facial steaming can't fight. Another great advantage of steaming is that it can boost the blood circulation which is essential for the reproduction of new and healthy cells.

If you would like to increase the benefits of the steaming you can add essential oils or herb oils to the pure water or Some lavender or green tea .

HATS

Hat are so much in fashion,this season , hats are one of the hits amongst fashion accessories. It’s trendy to wear one and the same hat both on casual and formal occasions, if it matches your clothing. Hats not only dress up your outfit, but it could come in handy on a bad hair day. Your face type tells the type of hat that would suit you, here are some few tips on how to choose a hat that suits your face type. If you have a Round face a high crown and a wide brim would suit or an angular hat. Look for something that is asymmetrical with a high crown. Give your face some angle by slanting it forward. if you have got a square face go for a fedora,a bowler hat or a beret . Elongate your face by choosing a hat that sits high on your forehead. Soft berets worn all the way up at the hairline and tilted off to one side look great on you, as do rounded bowler hats with rolled narrow brim, If you have got a long face go for a short crown and a large brim. Avoid hats that have a narrow brim because it will just make your face look longer and narrower. Go with a flared, wider brim and deep crown to widen and shorten the face. Cloches are a good choice for you, especially if they have a wider brim. For an oval face luckily any thing can go.

MISTLETOE AND YOUR HEALTH

Mistletoe Tea

has been used since ages to improve the blood circulation.

At the same time it favorably influences the pancreas so that through drinking mistletoe tea over a long period, diabetes loses its original cause. Especially people who suffer from chronic metabolic disorders should try to drink mistletoe tea regularly for six months..
For hardening of the arteries mistletoe is an excellent remedy, esteemed and recommended for stroke, which would have scarcely have happened had the tea been drunk regularly. After a stroke, drink 3 cups a day for 6 weeks, 2 cups for 3 weeks and 1 cup for two weeks...Mistletoe is the best remedy for heart and circulatory complaints. Since it has active substances that normalize the whole system, it lowers high blood pressure and raises low blood pressure. It soothes the heart and strengthens it. All the side effects of abnormal blood pressure such as blood rushing to the head, dizziness, buzzing in the ears and visual defects disappear.

David Hoffman The Druids held Mistletoe in great reverence as a sacred plant that could cure every ill. In Europe Mistletoe is often used as a cancer treatment.
Mistletoe has been used to treat respiratory problems such as asthma and whooping cough.
Mistletoe can be used to treat menopausal and PMS symptoms.

MEN ONLY!!!

Here are some men fashion DON'TS I put together, and honestly guys these are so true. 1.FACIAL HAIRS: when your facial hairs are cleanly shaved or well groomed,u look approachable and clean. Guys either keep a cleanly shaved facial hair or keep you beard and mustache trim. 2. TOO MUCH PERFUME: Although its really cool and sexy for a guy to wear perfumes, reverse is the situation,when a guy wears too much perfume or cologne. If a woman can only smell your cologne or perfume when she is very close,great!!! Cos she will have more reason to stay close. 3.CLIPPING YOUR CELL PHONE TO YOUR BELT: lol as untrue as this might sound,there are guys who still wear their cell phones on their waist. please guys,it is a phone and not a gun. 4.WEARING BAGGY CLOTHES: Wearing the right fit of Clothes make you look put together, and it can totally transform your look. A big NO!to baggy jeans,baggy suits,baggy tee shirts,baggy shirts,they just make u look sloppy and disorganized. If you think your body type makes it difficult to find well-fitting clothes off the rack,then make your tailor your bestie ,after all the ankara trend is so hot this season.

A Bad hair day

A bad hair day is one every lady encounters and it is not a good experience because it could reduce your self esteem and honestly ladies that is certainly not good for you. Here are some tips to help u on such an awfull day.Hair leave-in conditioners and nurishing hair products- when u have such products at home you find it easy to style your hair at home even when you cannot go to the saloon. Hair straightners and curling iron- this are must haves for every day with a good curling iron and a flat iron or hair straightner, you can do your hair at home and not freak out when u can't get your hair done in the saloon.Hair wigs and wig caps-this could be very help full on a bad hair day , all u need to do is get your hair inside your wig cap wear your wig and comb it out.Hats- hats definitely is a saviour on a bad hair day,you get to cover your hair and still look Chic.

my obsessions

my style is classy and trendy. I love colours, and prints and cannot be caught unawares. I love to make statements and be remembered for my style anywhere I go.Makeup is my thing even if it means just a little lip gloss.I love hats and shoes and can never forget my accessories,it could be a braclet, an earring,a belt, or even a ring. Another obssesion have is a great hair style,from the bangs, to the afro, or even a short hair . Did I forget my pair of sunglasses??? on sunny days , with my hat and sunglasses ,I am fabuloustity!!! My handbags too always are unique, I have them in all colours,shapes and makes. Perfumes too olala!I cannot do without them, it mustn't be expensive as long as i love it,i love Paris Hilton's Cancan,Jlo's Glow,Glow after dark,and Alive,Elizabeth arden's green tea and Red door,Givenchy's Oganza,Lacome's Treson,Tommy's Tommy girl.,i will give you more updates on my obsessions some other day love y'll

2012. HAIR TRENDS!!!

2012 came with the birth of new hair styles and also resurrected old ones. Some hair styles that are hot this season are the Afro, Mohok,bangs,short hair,side pinned long waves,pony tail and d Cleopatra hair style. The afro is now not only worn by black women but has being seen on runways on all skin colors ,the afro hair style has always being there but has come this 2012 with a twist, fuller , flirtier and stylish, the mohok is a must wear hair styles, not only does it accentuate one facial features it has an edgy and naughty look,the bangs are now fuller , the beauty of wearing this hairstyle is that u don't have to be worried if u didn't tweez your brows, or wear your eye makeup,the bangs is also a hairstyles that older ladies can rock , because it takes a lot of age from their face and hides wrinkles. Short hair highlights the facial features and is also a very edgy look,the side pined waves is new in hair trend but sure looks good, the pony tail not only gives you the innocent school girl look but is also a hair styles that does not need any professional skill to create.  

WHEAT MASK

WHEAT FACE MASK!!!
Ingredients:

- 2 TBSP Honey

- 2 TBSP Wheat. -1 very ripe banana
1 TBSP milk. Mix ingredients together . Place in airtight container.Before applying the Facial Mask, either steam your face or use after a warm shower to open your pores and allow the mask work better. Gently rub mixture onto face and throat. Let sit for 20 minutes. Rinse with hot water to remove the entire mask. Follow with toner and moisturizer. As with any homemade natural skin care recipe, this mask has a shelf life of about a week.

THE ALOE VERA

For a soft, fresh glow, apply inner gel of Aloe directly to your face . Aloe vera gel helps clear blemishes and spots. Aloe Vera is also effective in fighting wrinkles & age spots.  
  Apply Aloe gel is good for razor bumps , and can be used as an aftershave. Aloe vera gel is used for the treatment of dandruff too, just apply Aloe Vera to your scalp and leave on for 20minutes and wash your hair. Doing this regularly before each shampoo will help keep your hair dandruff free!Aloe vera gel also treats weak hair or breaking hair , it also improves hair growth .Aloe vera is used for treating acnes ,blackheads, blackspots and pimples .Aloe vera can be used to enhance the growth of eye lashes, or even the eyebrows. U can also use it for over plucked brows. Apply a very tiny amount of Aloe Vera gel to Eyelashes or eyebrows at night before going to bed.

GET DAT BARBIE DOLL LOOK!

Here are some simple steps for your barbie doll look. Apply your moisturiser and face primer(if you have an oily face), then fill in the brows with a good brow pencil,apply an eye primer ,it makes your eyeshadow pop and last longer, sweep a bright pink eye shadow on your eyelids make sure you don't exceed the crease,blend in,dust eye shimmery powder over your eyeshadow,highlight your brow bone with a light shade of eyeshadow preferably white and blend.apply two coats of lash lenghtening mascara ,  line your eyelid with a liquid eye liner,apply your blush and a bright pink lip gloss . And there u have you own cute barbie look

CORN ROWS

Braids, cornrows, or plaits is a trend that will never leave. The Corn row hairstyle is a traditional style of braiding the hair close to the scalp. While usually done in straight rows, the cornrow can also be woven in complex geometric,slanty and curved patterns.
Corn rows were a common way of styling hair in west africa,and east Africa for centuries, and were continued in the United States and other countries by enslaved Africans even outside Africa. The corn row hairstyle is a braiding technique for black men and women,but is now a form of self expression, and, for some, a fashion statement. A lot of white and black celebrities like Iverson,Alicia Keys,Jada pinket Smith , have been known to wear corn rows .

PREGNANT AND STILL SEXY!

who says a pregnant wwoman cannot still look hot and sexy?here are some few style tips to make u a sexy pregnant cutie.1. always keep your outfits dynamic by adding dark- wash jeans and classic blazers or colourful jackets,shirts,shoes and blouses to your wardrobe. 2.grow your wardrobe with your bump, show of your bump with slim fitted tank tops,halter necked tops,Tees, and even gypsy tops. 3.keep your gowns and dresses fashionable and classy , choose bright colours and bold prints. strapless gowns,spaghetti straps, halter necks ,V necks and short gowns.4. dressup your outfits with chunky bangles and braclets, designer sunglasses,beads, necklaces, dangling earings and blod makeup,cute flats,and bags.5.add layers to your simple out fits by pairing them with sweaters,jackets,laggings etc

THE JUMPSUIT

The jumpsuits and catsuits are back to d red carpets. The jumpsuit can be one of the most versatile items in your wardrobe just like your LBD. You could wear your jumpsuit and assesories instead of a cocktail dress and you would still look amazing, it is such a refreshing alternative for an evening gown or a cocktail dress. The jump suit could also be rocked with a blazer, a belt or a scarf.

THE GRECIAN INSPIRED LOOK

Grecian or goddess dresses. This trend is all flowy, sexy,flirty, femine . The grecian trend is all over our runways and red carpets. It comes in several colors, lengths,shapes and styles. Here are some tips for u when rocking these trend. If your grecian dress is plain, pair it up with some lovly accessories like a chunky braclet, a pair of chandelier earrings, necklaces and heels. Pair a more casual grecian dress with flats,or a sandal. If you have a petite frame, go for a simple dress, avoid so much draping. If you have large arms ,avoid the mono straps, if you have a thick waist or a large tummy let the drapery be concentrated around you waistline to give you an hour glass look, most of the time, these draped midriffs are designed to tapper the waistline giving an illusion of a tinier waist line. If you are fair skinned nudes or colors will suit you, however if you are dark skinned avoid deep brown colors that blend into your skin go for colors like turquoise,red,blue,green , yellow or even prints.  

TREATMENT FOR OILY SKIN

                       You will need the following-  
About 2tbls of lime juice
 I tbls of honey

Mix the lime juice with the honey and apply on face and neck and leave it on for 20 minutes. Wash off with warm water and dry with a towel . The lime peels away surface cells and the honey nourishes and softens the skin, honey is all nourishing. It contains antioxidants, amino acids, and other nutrients to help protect and repair skin. Honey is one of nature's best tools for softening the skin. Anyone who is prone to blemishes will appreciate the anti-bacterial properties of honey. Lime juice has collagen boosting vitamin C, some exfoliating alpha hydroxy acids, and is also an astringent. Fresh lime juice is great for tightening and toning the skin.

SUGAR SCRUB

Pour about one teaspoon of white granulated sugar into the palm of your hand,mix with your liquid soap. Using your palms in circular movements rub mixture all over your face avoiding your eyes. Or if u use regular tablet soap, work a good lather on your face. Using same circular movements with your palms, rub the sugar into the lather all over your face, avoiding the eyes.
No need to press hard, as the sugar will do the work. Leave either mixtures on face for about ten minutes and rinse of with cold water.

Sugar scrubs help treat skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. Sugar scrubs exfoliate the skin and cleanse it. Sugar is alpha-hydroxy rich to give you glowing skin. Sugar scrubs promote the growth of a healthier; more uniformly colored and textured skin. Sugar scrubs are great for all skin types, especially dry to very dry skin. Sugar Scrubs hydrate skin without clogging pores and are absorbed easily. Sugar Scrubs are safe to use on children. Sugar Scrubs are wonderful for soothing the skin after shaving. Sugar scrubs can quickly help heal blemishes, absorb the dirt and oil from pores, and balance the natural oils in the skin. Sugar Scrubs can soften even rough, chapped, calloused man-hands after only a few uses.

GHANA KENTE

The Kente is one of the traditional textiles of Ghana in west Africa. The kente cloth is an Asante ceremonial cloth that is hand woven on a loom.it comes in various colours and designs.Kente cloth represents the history,culture, and religion of the Ghana people. The Kente used to be a royal and sacred cloth worn only in times of extreme importance by kings and royals. Over time, the use of the kente has become widespread and popular even outside Ghana, and is even used by designers within and outside Ghana. However its importance has still remained with the Ghana people.

SCOTTISH KILT

The kilt is seen as the national dress of Scotland.The scottish men are amongst the sexiest men in the world.The highland dress and the tartan are amongst the most powerful,romantic and dramatic of all the symbols of Scotland. There is a scottish believe that a man in a kilt is a man and half.The kilt originally required no trouble of tailoring. The kilt is a knee lenght garment with pleats at the rear, although the kilt is most often worn during formal occassions, highland games and sports event, it has also been adapted as an item of fashionable men clothing in recent years . Kilts are not seen on runways and have been revamped by serveral designers.

LONG LASHES

Long lashes accentuate and emphasise a woman's beauty. Some women are born naturally with lovly long lashes, if you aren't born with long lashes you could groom your lashes with a good mascara. Mascaras not only make your lashes look full and long they also help grow the lashes. We have serveral types of mascaras, we have the lash lenghtening , the voluminisers, the transparent mascaras and so many more. I particularly am obsessed with the Mary Kay Ultimate and Lash lengthening lashes,it works so well for me. The lash lengthening mascaras give the lashes an elongated look while the voluminisers give the lashes a full look. Another option most ladies opt for are the artificial lashes. We have the strip lashes and the single lashes. These also give a wow effect to ones look.

CHOCOLATE FACE MASK

To make this mask you will need the following,
1 cup of old fashioned oats
1 Tbsp of chocolate syrup or cocoa powder
1 Tbsp of honey
1 Tbsp of milk(liquid of powdered)
About 1/4 cup of warm water

Mix ingredients and
Apply to face. Leave it to dry for About 25 minutes.
Scrub of with lukewarm water.
Chocolate facial masks have been used since the days of Cleopatra. Chocolate revitalizes the skin, it also leaves the skin feeling firm, soft, and smooth! Chocolate is seductive and indulgent in nature. Who wouldn’t like to submerge their entire body in it?
Chocolate is made from cocoa beans which are rich in phenols and flavonoids. Chocolate also contains essential trace elements, minerals, and vitamins such as iron, calcium, potassium, vitamins A, B1, C, D, and E, as well as many other nutrients. Cocoa powder is the highest known natural source of magnesium. According to lab analysis, raw cocoa has 955 ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) units per gram, which makes cocoa the highest known source of antioxidants in the world. There are over 25,200 antioxidants in one small spoonful of raw chocolate powder! Antioxidants are wonderful for your skin because they absorb free radicals, which cause cell and tissue damage and can lead to premature aging. Chocolate also soothes your senses. This mask is also very good for those with wrinkles and/or oily skin.

MEN ACCESSORIES

Men accessories are a must have for every fashion conscious and trendy Dude. Men accessories include designer belts, watches,braclets,necklaces/ blings,glasses(these include dark glasses and nerd glasses),caps and lot more. Accessories make your clothes look classy no matter how simple it might be. A simple hat could make a simple tee and jeans look so good.

LEMON GRASS

Lemongrass is known to cure a lot of ailments including-

• Cough, cold & sore throats

• Anxiety

• High cholesterol

• Type 2 diabetes

• Colitis

• Digestion

• Rough, dry, scaly skin

• Acne

• Constipation

• Kidney detoxification

• Insomnia

• Relaxation & deep sleep

Healing Properties and Benefits of Lemongrass

Lemongrass has many health benefits and healing properties containing many compounds, oils, minerals and vitamins that are known to have anti-oxidant and disease preventing properties.

The primary chemical component in lemongrass is citral which has strong anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties.

Lemongrass therefore inhibits microbial and bacterial growth in the body, both internally and externally, helping to prevent and cure bacterial infections in the colon, stomach, urinary tract and respiratory system.

Its leaves and stems are high in folic acid and essential vitamins such as pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), pyridoxine (vitamin B-6) and thiamin (vitamin B-1).

Lemongrass also contains many anti-oxidant minerals and vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, zinc, calcium, iron, manganese, copper, and magnesium.

Lemongrass oil when used in aromatherapy restores and revitalizes the whole body, helping to relieve the symptoms of headaches, body-aches, nervous exhaustion and stress-related conditions.

Lemongrass tea can act as a diuretic and is highly effective in flushing toxins and waste out of the body; improving the function of many different organs including the liver, spleen and kidneys.

It can help you lose weight by shedding unnecessary water along with the impurities. This allows you to have more energy and process fat more effectively.

A lot of people use lemongrass as a calmative agent; to help them deal with anxiety and nervousness. Those who suffer from Insomnia report its ability to help them sleep.

Lemongrass may also have effects on cancer cells.