There’s nothing quite like a steam to bring oxygenated blood to the skin’s surface. You can spend $100 or more for an hour-long spa facial that includes a steam or you can place your head over a teapot. I first learned about teapot facials several years ago from my frugal friend … Read more
Rich in vitamins, minerals and fibres, fruits are highly recommended for good health. Nevertheless, they have their fair share of calories, with some fruits containing far more calories than others. Therefore, certain fruits should be consumed in moderation when you’re watching your figure. Fresh fruits How many calories are in … Read more
Many foods contain naturally occurring substances that bring on sleep; here are some of the best choices to help you settle down for a quality rest. Walnuts Walnuts are a good source of tryptophan, a sleep-enhancing amino acid that helps make serotonin and melatonin, the “body clock” hormone that sets … Read more
Is this the beginning of the return of the flare? Palazzo pants are a polarizing style: you either love them or you hate them. A trend with deep vintage roots, palazzo pants first appeared as a glamourous piece for old Hollywood stars in the 1930s, and then again as a hippie fashion staple in the 60s and 70s. Most recently, we’ve seen the light-weight, flowy style as a part of celebrities‘, reality stars‘, and models‘ summer ensembles.
Palazzo pants are easy to pull-on and go, provide balance and flatter wider thighs and hips, and create the illusion of a maxi skirt while keeping the freedom of pants intact. Because the pants are the epitome of high volume, however, they’re definitely statement-making, and are not always the most wearable. If you’re considering purchasing a pair of palazzo pants, the key to maximizing wearability is to consider the proportions of your outfit.
Think balance! If you follow the baggy pants + fitted top formula, you can’t go wrong. When in doubt, simply style your palazzos like a maxi skirt! The result is a look that’s both comfortable and cute. some styling tips for wearing Palazzo pants: Take care of the length.
Lemon is a health and endless beauty receptacle. We will never manage to thank it for all the free benefits it gives us trough its vitamins with miraculous effects for beauty and vigor. The rough skin on the elbows, knees and heels disappears if you rub it with a half lemon, … Read more
Hair can be distracting in both good and bad ways! Short or long, thick or thin we want our hair to be perfect. Who doesn’t want great hair? Most people would admit that they have at least a little bit of vanity about them, and they want to make sure … Read more
Soak a cotton swab with hydrogen peroxide, and gently rub into the skin over the henna stain. It can take awhile, but eventually the color will start to fade. Go swimming in a pool. The chlorinated water dries out the skin and speeds up the fading process. Soak the area … Read more
Research has suggested a link between grilled food and cancer, but you can cut down on that risk with these simple tips for healthier grilling. Stay clear of burned steer Regularly consuming well-done or charred meat may increase your risk of developing pancreatic cancer by up to 60 percent, according … Read more
If you could only purchase a few essential oils at a time, do you know what oils to start with, or even the benefits of a few popular oils? There are Health Promoting Essential Oils that one should use. Lemon: Lemon oil has several properties. Lemon oil is best known for its … Read more
My skin tends to be more dry than oily now that I’m over 35 and I find that using a foundation primer helps my favorite tinted sunscreen, La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL tinted creme go on more smoothly. I realized it works just as well as my Laura Mercier primer. And Laura Mercier is on … Read more
When it comes to basic rinse-out hair conditioners, how to use them seems simple enough: apply after shampooing, comb through if desired and rinse. Sure, this follows the directions on the back of the bottle, but you can still get the most out of your conditioner by using it as … Read more