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Simple Facial Recipes To Try at home

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:37:42 +0100

Cleanse your skin from impurities using these simple facial recipes. Try your hand at some of the organic and easy-to-prepare homemade face masks that provide your complexion with minerals and other nutrients.

Indulge yourself into a home spa session and revitalize your complexion with a few time-tested methods. The following natural face masks have amazing benefits, therefore it is important to incorporate them into our skin care regime.

Skip additives and other chemicals that can ruin your look. The following simple facial recipes are here to offer the safest solution for cleansing your pores from oil excess and other impurities.

Kiwi and Orange Juice Facial

Unclog your pores to prevent the formation of blackheads and pimples. Use the following ingredients to load your skin cells with healthy minerals. In a medium bowl mix 1 tbs organic orange juice, 1 medium sized mashed kiwi and 2 tbs of yogurt. Apply the mixture on your face and make sure you leave out the area around your eyes. Leave the treatment on for 10-15 minutes and finally wash it off with tepid water.

Turmeric and Milk Facial

Soften your skin with a simple facial recipe. Grab a bowl and mix 1 tsp of turmeric powder with 1 tbs of milk powder.

After you’ve obtained a fine paste, you can apply the treatment on your face. Give at least 15 minutes for the mask to exercise its moisturizing effect. Then, you can rinse it off with lukewarm water.

Orange and Flour Facial

Revitalize your complexion with the following natural recipe. In a bowl mix 8 tbs of flour with the juice of ½ orange. Prepare a thick paste that can be easily applied on your face.

Spread the treatment uniformly on your complexion and give the ingredient at least 20 minutes for dazzling results. Finish up your beauty session by washing off the facial with warm water. Enjoy the soft and silky texture of your skin.

Pineapple and Olive Oil Facial

Preserve the flawless condition of your complexion with this organic facial recipe. Mix 1 tbs of olive oil with 1 medium sized pineapple (mashed). The Vitamin C from the pineapple will guarantee the healthy look of your skin. Apply the mask on your face and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Finally rinse the treatment off with tepid water.

Cornmeal Facial

Spare your complexion from oil excess and dirt which can clog your pores. Use a few tabs of cornmeal mixed with water to prepare a fine paste. Apply the treatment on your skin and make sure you skip the area around the eyes. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes until it completely dries. Then, you can rinse the paste off with cold water.

Living a healthy lifestyle

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:07:40 +0100

Living a healthy life style

Tips for remaining younger and healthy living:

#)Drink plenty of water on daily basis.

#)Take morning exercise or do
morning walk.

#)Come out of stress because studies have shown that stress
is main cause of accelerating
and increasing age factor and
you start looking older before
time when you take so much and remain in tense all the time
for little things.

#)Be happy and have smiling face.

#)Be positive. Your thinking must be positive it helps to
improve skin radiant and your
skin looks fresh.

*) The most important of all take Vitamin, anti oxidants and
nutrients supplements specially vitamin E, Vitamin C and Fish oil
supplements because they have
anti aging effect.

*)Drink green at least thrice in a week because green tea has
anti oxidants which also delay aging.

*) Spread love in your
community and live with peace
and love these things have good energy fields which also
delay aging.!!

Foods & Vitamins to beautify yor skin

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:03:59 +0100

Foods & Vitamins to beautify your skin.

Foods and Vitamins to Beautify Your Skin
When it comes to caring for your skin, vitamins and good nutrition can be just as beneficial as a good skin care treatment . Vitamins are important in keeping your Skin Looking and feeling healthy . They can also help prevent and treat any problem areas and skin disorders. This article discusses:

* What are the vitamins that keep your skin healthy?

* Which food products/items contain vitamins for a healthy skin?

* Learn more on supplements that helps your skin to stay healthy

When it comes to caring for your skin, vitamins and good nutrition can be just as beneficial as a good skin care treatment. Vitamins are important in keeping your skin looking and feeling healthy. They can also help prevent and treat any problem areas and skin disorders. A bad diet that is lacking in vitamins can make your skin blotchy and lifeless. When looking at your overall skin care, pay attention to your diet and ensure it includes the right vitamins good for skin care.
Vitamins and Minerals
Here are some of the best minerals and vitamins for healthy skin. Including these skin rejuvenating vitamins in your diet will help keep your skin looking healthy and free from problems.

VITAMIN A
Vitamin A is a very good vitamin for healthy skin. It helps strengthen the skin and repair tissues. It can be taken in foods, as a supplement or as a topical cream. Vitamin A can help prevent dry skin and acne. It can also be used to treat wrinkles.

VITAMIN E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help prevent free radical damage to the skin. Vitamin E is a good vitamin to take when your skin is suffering some damage from the sun or other factors.

VITAMIN C
Vitamin C helps with healing wounds and other damage to the skin. There is some evidence to suggest it may rejuvenate the skin. Vitamin C will also help the immune system fight off illnesses.

VITAMIN D
Vitamin D is an antioxidant that may play a role in skin pigmentation.

VITAMIN B
Vitamin B helps keep your skin tone healthy. It is also a good vitamin for relieving stress, and so it may prevent some of the skin problems (like eczema) that can be caused by stress. There are a number of different vitamins in the vitamin B group.

* Vitamin B1 is an antioxidant that helps rid the body of toxins. It can also assist circulation.

* Vitamin B2 helps keep the skin healthy. It can also help prevent acne.

* Vitamin B3 improves circulation.

* Vitamin B5 helps reduce stress.

* Vitamin B6 helps keep the immune system healthy.

ZINC
Zinc helps the skin’s natural healing process. It is good in preventing the over-production of sebum, which will also help clear up acne. Zinc also helps the immune system.

6 Natural Remedies for oily skin

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:02:08 +0100

6 Natural Remedies for Oily Skin

1 Mar

Greasy complexion requires more attention and care. The following 6 natural remedies help you cleanse your pores from sebum excess and grime to keep acne at bay.
Build up a well-defined skin care regime for your oily complexion. Include cleansing and conditioning treatments which allow you to remove dead skin cells and the sebum excess from the surface of your skin. Keep your pores in top shape with the 6 natural remedies below. Skip the use of cosmetics and chemical-based products to rule out the chance of a severe allergic reaction.

1. Sage Toner Recipe

Herbal treatments will provide your skin cells with vitamins. Use sage to control the sebum production and preserve the spotless condition of your complexion. Put a tiny amount of sage in a medium-sized cup and pour hot water over it. Let the herb steep for 25-30 minutes. The next step is to strain the liquid and let it cool. After the time has passed, dip a cotton ball into the sage tea and cleanse your face with it. Repeat this ritual at least once a day for a week to see the magical impact of sage on your skin condition.

2. Mango Facial

Keep acne at a fair distance by keeping your pores clean and free from grime and sebum. Indonesian women also used this natural mango facial to have silky soft skin.

Mash a medium-sized mango and massage the pulp into your skin using circular motions. Then leave 4-5 minutes for the facial to dry then wash it off with water. Enjoy the radiant look of your complexion.

3. Aloe Vera Gel and Tangerine Essential Oil Toner

Use citrus essential oils and other organic ingredients to cleanse your pores and have a super-healthy complexion. Grab a bowl and put 3 tbs of Aloe Vera gel into it then add 4 drops of tangerine essential oil.

Remove any trace of makeup and other cosmetics then apply the facial uniformly. Leave the treatment on for 15 minutes, then finally rinse it off with lukewarm water. These organic ingredients will do magic with your oily skin.

4. Crab Apple Facial

This is a relatively new remedy to treat skin problems, however, numerous studies demonstrated the miraculous effect of crab apples on acne and on oily skin condition. Therefore, create a fine crab apple paste with the help of a blender. Strain the paste to eliminate seeds and enjoy the soft texture of the fruit paste. Apply the treatment on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. The last step is to wash off the facial and dry your skin with a soft towel. Crab apples are rich in alpha hydroxy acids which can tone and cleanse the pores.

5. Wheat Germ Oil Facial

Wheat germ oil is rich in anti-oxidants and vitamin E. Use it in your skin care regime especially if you have trouble controlling the sebum production of your sebaceous glands. Pour a tiny amount of this oil on your fingers and massage it into your skin. Leave the facial on for 40 minutes to make sure your pores absorb all the necessary nutrients. Finally wash off the treatment with tepid water. Repeat this pampering ritual each time your skin needs a cleansing and conditioning session.

6. Lemongrass Steaming

Steaming can also help keep your complexion in a flawless condition. Unclog your pores by preparing a herbal steam treatment. Add 4 tbs of lemongrass to 2 quarts of hot water. Once it’s safe to place your head under the towel, start the steaming session. Stay under the towel for 15 minutes then rinse off any trace of the herbal treatment with cold water. This will also close your pores to prevent the penetration of any harmful free agents.

Bra size Measuring Guide

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:22:40 +0100

Beauty Tips

29 Feb

Bra Size Measuring Guide:
How to Find Your Bra Cup & Band Size

Did you know that 7 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong bra size! Popular shows like Oprah and TLC’s What Not to Wear have dedicated entire shows to the subject. I began to wonder if perhaps I was wearing the bra size. I decided to do some research on behalf of all women on measuring a bra size. I will paraphrase the important parts about determining your bra size using 2 different methods.

What You Need to
Calculate Your Bra Size
Your favorite bra, flexible measuring tape, Trusted friend or bra department associate, and …. a little math!

Bra Measuring Method #1 (Best for Average to Large Busts)

Step 1: Put On Your Favorite Bra.
First put on your favorite bra that you think makes your breasts the right shape and feels most comfortable. Next you will need to find a flexible measuring tape (the kind a seamstress would use). You may also need to grab a trusted friend to help you measure, since it is difficult to keep the tape level around your body.

Step 2:
Measure Around Rib Cage.
The first measurement to take is around your ribcage, just below your breasts. Now add 5 to this number to get your band size. If the resulting band size was an odd number, you will need to round up to the next even number since bra bands only come in even numbers.

Step 3:
Measure Fullest Part of Bust.
The second measurement should be taken around the fullest part of your bosom with your favorite bra on. This measurement is your cup size. Next subtract your band size from your cup size to calculate the right cup size. Refer to the bra cup size chart below.

Bra Cup Size Chart (Method #1)
<1/2″ larger than measurement #2——————–AA
1″ larger than measurement #2————————A
2″ larger than measurement #2————————B
3″ larger than measurement #2————————C
4″ larger than measurement #2————————D
5″ larger than measurement #2————————DD or E
6″ larger than measurement #2————————DDD or F
7″ larger than measurement #2————————G
8″ larger than measurement #2————————H
9″ larger than measurement #2————————I
10″ larger than measurement #2———————–J

Bra Measuring Method #2 (Best for Average to Small Busts)

Step 1:
Wear Your Favorite Bra.
I know it seems odd (especially if you are already wearing the incorrect bra size) to put on a bra to measure for a bra, but it is the best way to get the most accurate measurement. Choose a bra that is comfortable, fits you best and makes your breast the right shape.

Step 2:
Measure Around Your Rib Cage for Band Size.
Use a flexible measuring tape to measure the circumference of your rib cage just below your breasts. Add 5 inches to this measurement and round to the nearest even number See #2 measurement on the picture to the right.

Step 3:
Measure Width of Breasts for Cup Size.
This is what makes Method #2 different than Method #1. It tends to be more accurate on petite or small breasted women, but can work for many breast sizes. Measure breasts for from one end to the other. In other words, from the outer front edge of one breast mound to the other. Do not wrap around the sides of the breasts. See #3 measurement on the picture to the above. Refer to the table below to find your cup size.
Bra Cup Size Chart (Method #2, Measurement #3)
7″ measurement #3————————A
8″ measurement #3————————B
9″ measurement #3————————C
10″ measurement #3———————–D
11″ measurement #3———————–DD
12″ measurement #3———————–DDD or E
13″ measurement #3———————–F
14″ measurement #3———————–FF
15″ measurement #3———————–G

The above charts are just a guideline of what size to start with at the bra department. You may need to go up or down a band or cup size to get the perfect fit.

After all my research about finding the right bra size, my measurements put me in the somewhat embarrassing category of 32A (UPDATE: after using method #2 for measuring, I found the correct size at 32B). I did indeed fall in the 7 out of 10 women who are wearing the wrong bra size. I figured models have smaller breasts right? It can’t be that bad. So I was off to the store to try on what I thought to be my measured bra size. The only problem was a 32A was giving me four breasts (you know the double-bubble affect) instead of two! I was back to square one asking myself what’s my bra size?

beauty tips

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:21:40 +0100

Beauty tips

29 Feb

8 Quick Beauty Tips for When You Wake Up Late

There’s not a woman on the planet who hasn’t experienced what it’s like to wake up late, knowing she only has a few minutes to make herself look great before walking out of the door. Learning how to apply a quick beauty fix or two is an important lesson all women should know!

Quick Hair Fix
It’s always great to have a few quick hair fixes in mind for days when you don’t have time to fully clean and dry your hair. One of the best products on the market for those who feel their hair looks a little greasy is dry shampoo. You can get this in several forms, such as powder or spray product. The spray products are less messy and simply require you to spray a little bit on the roots of your hair to soak up excess oil. You then brush your hair as style as usual.

The Messy Look Advantage
Another great thing to have on hand when you’re running late and need a quick hair solution is hair accessories. A sleek ponytail, secured with a trendy clip can be perfect for a day at the office or a “messy” bun updo might be great for a meeting with clients.

Fix Under Eye Puffiness
If you’ve had a rough night of partying with friends or crying over a broken relationship, you may notice your eyes are red and puffy when you wake. To remedy this, place a silver spoon in the fridge right after you wake up. Allow it to sit in there while you fix your hair and get dressed. Then, before putting on your makeup, place the cool spoons under your eyes to help reduce the puffiness.

Wake Up Skin
Another way to instantly improve the appearance of tired skin is to splash a little cold water on your face upon waking. This will not only wake your skin up, but will also wake you up.

Get Rid of Eye Redness
You can also use eye drops to help take the redness out of eyes, which are so easy to use, they can even be applied in the elevator on your way up to your office!

Do Your Makeup Faster Tricks
Fast makeup tips and tricks are vital to know for mornings where you’ve overslept. While you might usually take fifteen minutes to apply your makeup, you can get a great look in five minutes or less by skipping a few steps. First, if you use a foundation with a built in moisturizer, you’re automatically saving yourself time by allowing yourself to skip the moisturizing step, without compromising the health of your facial skin. Then, all you need to do is sweep on a little blush, a little eyeshadow highlighter, black mascara and lip gloss.

Fresh Breath “To Go”
Sure, it only takes two minutes to give your teeth a proper brushing. However, if you’re extremely short on time, you can always choose to skip this important step. Obviously, you don’t want to enter a meeting with morning breath. To fix this problem and leave your breath always smelling fresh, be sure to stow away a package of Wisp mini toothbrushes in your purse. These toothbrushes have built in mint power and can help you clean your teeth on the way to work.

A Shower Alternative to Smell Your Best
When you wake up late, showering is rarely an option. But, every lady wants to smell fresh! Instead of hitting the shower and wasting precious time you could be spending to stop for that morning latte your body desperately needs, keep some baby wipes on hand. You can give yourself a “once over” with the wipes and be fresh and clean in no time.

Foods and Vitamins to beautify your skin

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:20:09 +0100

Foods & Vitamins to beautify your skin.

29 Feb

* What are the vitamins that keep your skin healthy?

* Which food products/items contain vitamins for a healthy skin?

* Learn more on supplements that helps your skin to stay healthy

VITAMIN E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help prevent free radical damage to the skin. Vitamin E is a good vitamin to take when your skin is suffering some damage from the sun or other factors.

VITAMIN D
Vitamin D is an antioxidant that may play a role in skin pigmentation.

* Vitamin B1 is an antioxidant that helps rid the body of toxins. It can also assist circulation.

* Vitamin B2 helps keep the skin healthy. It can also help prevent acne.

* Vitamin B3 improves circulation.

* Vitamin B5 helps reduce stress.

* Vitamin B6 helps keep the immune system healthy.

ZINC
Zinc helps the skin’s natural healing process. It is good in preventing the over-production of sebum, which will also help clear up acne. Zinc also helps the immune system.

About me

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:03:38 +0100

My full name is Laula (meaning to rule) Nkosazana (meaning Princess) S’tandiweyiNkosi (meaning we have been loved by God) Ngaba & now Mrs.Mzamo everyone calls me Nonono. I was born in East London, and bred in Butterworth, I have lived in King Williams Town, Port Elizabeth, London, Manchester, Southport, Midrand & I now live in Cape Town.

I go to the most amazing church (in my opinion)Hillsong Church Cape Town. I’m a daughter to such loving, God-fearing & supportive parents, a sister to 3 sisters (Rethabile, Nikki & Amanda & 3 brothers Juju, Lerumo & Vuyisa whom I love dearly, an aunt to 2 adorable nieces Naledi & Ngcali & a cousin 2 many. I am a God-mother (the greatest honour) to Lindokuhle Sibongile Lilly Njomane and Litha Matanzima. I am a wife to such a wonderful man with a big heart and dreams, a friend to very few who fill my gaps in different ways & a dreamer who loves life & travelling & believes she was born at the right time. I have 3 dogs (Jack Russells) Bailey, Taffy and Layla. My most treasured possession in life is my relationship with Jesus.

I love shoes, bags & biltong. I am (was)a ballroom dancer. I’m also an author, my first book is called God’s forgiveness brings healing.
I hope that you will enjoy this blogging journey as you get insight on what and how I think, let’s have fun!!

Peace & Love

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Simple Facial Recipes To Try at home

Living a healthy lifestyle

Living a healthy life styleTips for remaining younger and healthy living:

Foods & Vitamins to beautify yor skin

Foods & Vitamins to beautify your skin.

6 Natural Remedies for oily skin

6 Natural Remedies for Oily Skin

Bra size Measuring Guide

Beauty Tips

beauty tips

Beauty tips

Foods and Vitamins to beautify your skin

Foods & Vitamins to beautify your skin.

About me

Living a healthy life style

Tips for remaining younger and healthy living: