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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

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.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

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.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

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.

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

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.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

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.

Monday, April 30, 2012

THE LEGGINGS & JERGGINGS TREND


These have a way of either making you look trashy or classy. Leggings/ jerggins must be worn to fit size, it mustn't be too tight or too loose on the hips and legs. These trend really acentuates the curves and figure.they can be worn with a jacket, a shirt,a cardigan and even a tee shirt. Dull colours are better worn with brighter colours,prints and plads must be moderate and not elaborate.They can be rocked with heels or flats.

HOT RED LIPS


The red lips is a trend that will never phase out. U can get the perfect red lips today, just follow these steps- 1. Apply a lip base this could be a primer or a concealer, it makes the lipstick last longer.2.line your lips to avoid bleeding of the lip stick.3. Apply the lipstick preferable with your finger tips or lip brush, but never directly from the stick. 4.blend your lips properly. 5. Apply your lip gloss preferably a nuetral colour.

Friday, April 27, 2012

THE SECRET OF IRISH POTATO

Black spots
Black spots on the face skin is removed by washing your face every day with potato juice, till spots are cleared. Use 2 potatoes already peeled to make potatoes juice.

Eye bags
Potatoes are known to have catecholase substances that can brighten the skin and remove eye bags. The trick, cut a raw potato slices and place on top of a thin layer of cheese, then leave it under your eyes for 20 minutes.
U can also use two slices of potatoes(like u would use cucumber)on your eyes wen relaxing with your facial masks, it clears eye bags.
Cleansers
To make your cleanser, grate potatoes and cucumbers without peeling the skin and then mix both of them. After that, add a teaspoon of baking soda, one egg and one-quarter cup water, then blend for about one minute in low speed. Before applying, wash your face first and dry with a towel.

Face Mask
To make a facial mask ,grate a few potatoes. Then rub the grated potatoes into your skin . Give more attention to the most severe areas. Leave on your face for 30 minutes. After that, wash your face mask with clean water and a little vinegar. ----- juice made from the tubers is used in the treatment of peptic ulcers, bringing relief from pain and acidity.
A poultice has been made from boiling potatoes in water which is applied to rheumatic joints, swellings, skin rashes, haemorrhoids etc.
Peeled but uncooked potatoes have been pounded in a mortar and then applied cold as a soothing plaster to burns and scalds.
Potato skins are used in India to treat swollen gums and to heal burns.

ACNE MASK


You will need the following-
cinnamon
baking soda
lemon juice
honey
cucumber
1 cup of warm Green tea

Wash and towel dry your face . Mix 2 teaspoonfuls of honey,2teaspoonfuls of lemon juice,2 teaspoonfuls of baking soda,2 teaspoonfuls of cinnamon. Massage the mixture With 2 slices of cucumber onto your face. leave on for 15 to 20 minutes.( it may burn a little) Wash off with warm water. Then pat your face with some green tea and let it dry.