Nails

 NAIL SHAPES

The picture above shows the various ways to shape your nails.

 FIX A SMUDGE BY LICKING IT

If you accidentally smudge a nail while it's still wet, you can easily fix it by licking your finger and gently smoothing the smudge out (you can even use your tongue to smooth). The saliva reacts with the nail polish to soften and blend the surface.
(Remember: LICK don't EAT)

NAILS CARE

Soak nails in a solution of water and white vinegar before applying nail polish.

You could also just wipe your nails using a paper towel dampened with vinegar.
Vinegar with strip the nails of any oils or moisturizers left over from polish remover in order to prevent bubbles. It helps the nails adhere better, therefore prolonging your manicure.

Before painting your nails apply Aquaphor or Vaseline to cuticles to protect your skin from errant nail polish strokes. When you are done painting your nails, simply use a cotton swab to clean off the edges. With the help of the Vaseline already there the excess polish will just slide off.

But be very careful, because any ointment that gets on the nail will prevent the polish from sticking.

NAIL TUTORIAL

Follow the tutorial in the image above.
You can try out different colour variations.

Nail inspiration

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Home Remedies for Oily Skin

Oily skin can be a pain to deal with. The accumulation of xx oil on the outer skin layer often leads to whiteheads, blackheads, blind pimples and other skin irritations. The advantage is oily skin tends to age beta and develop fewer wrinkles than dry or normal skin. So, it's not all bad.

The xx oil results from the sebaceous glands in the skin producing xx sebum. Those who have this condition usually have shiny skin and large pores.

Oily skin can be caused by genetics, dietary choices, to much stress or hormone changes in the body due to puberty. Women are the more prone to oily skin during menstrual cycles, pregnancy, or menopause and while taking birth control pills.

Oily skin can be difficult to manage, but there are things u can do to solve this problem. No need for expensive, chemical-based skin care products. many people have found home remedies effective.

Egg Whites

High in vitamin, A egg whites can effectively dry out skin blemishes as well as tone, tighten up oily skin.

Whip 1 egg white until stiff, spread it on your skin. Allow to dry, then wash off with warm water. Do twice a week.

Whip one egg white, add d juice from half a lemon & mix well. Apply on your face, leave on for 15 mins, rinse off with warm water. this will tighten the skin & soak up excess oil.

Apples

Apples is an exfoliating agent and have mild antiseptic astringent & soothing properties that make them great for oily skin. The malic acid in apples exfoliate dead skin cells & absorbs xx oil from the skin's surface.

Grate half an-apple, place the shreds on your skin, leave for 15 mins, wash with tepid water.

Mix 1 teaspoon of grated apple, yogurt, lemon juice to form a paste apply on face, leave for 15 mins, rinse off with cool water.

Cucumber

Cucumbers are good for oily skin due to their astringent, & soothing properties. The high vitamin & mineral content is good for oily skin.

Cut fresh cucumber in thick slices, rub on your face. Leave on over night, rinse with warm water in the morning. Do daily before bed.

Alternatively, mix 1-half teaspoon of cucumber juice & lime juice. Apply on your skin, let dry, wash off with warm water. Do daily. It also lightens freckles &reduce sunburn.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are great for oily skin due to their cooling, clarifying & astringent properties. The high vitamin C content in tomatoes is very helpful for acne-prone skin. Plus, the natural oil-absorbing acids in tomatoes help get rid of xx oil.

Cut a tomatoes in half, rub on your skin.
Let the juice soak in to your skin for 15/20 mins
Rinse your skin with cold water, pat it dry & apply a light oil free moisturizer.

Whole wheat pancake with iced green tea

 

Get into the habits of trying different dishes for breakfast. There are different recipe and here is one.

Whisk egg properly, add salt, honey, pepper, onion and mix properly. Add wheat flour by sieving & mix until finely smooth, add a little water considering how watery you want it to be. Put a sauce pan on a low heat, add a little amount of butter, & fry paste until both sides are equally brown. Serve with iced green tea. (Nigerian Food)

A Dash of Elegance

Dressing elegant to work doesn't mean that you have to drill holes in your pocket, you can work with what you have to achieve elegance. just remember to keep it simple and classy. (Pdary Fashions)

Cunning culottes

Culottes are knee-length or calf-length pants, usually cut full to resemble a skirt. They are a form of split skirt and are usually free and wide legged.

Culottes made a comeback 2013 with Celine, Acne, and Louis Vuitton featuring the voluminous calf-skimming trousers. They may appear to be a tricky pieces that should remain on the runways, but the blowy cropped pants can be a surprisingly flattering and versatile piece when styled correctly.

If you are worried about your waist drowning underneath, tuck in to create a nice silhouette......
Work a tailored look, wear with a shirt or blouse and wear tucked in.
Culottes will definitely make your legs appear shorter because of the cut.....so you might wanna wear them with heels (especially petite ladies).

Play with colors and patterns.....I mean it's almost like wearing a floral midi skirt, so why not?........

Wear with a structured jacket that sits on the waist band of your culottes......anything lower will chop off your height.

You can opt for slimmer cuts like Nupita did.......and also bring on the boyish vibe with a slouchy silhouette...... it's up to you....carriage is all you need.....

For those who loves colors like i do.......simply go bright and bold...... bring on your color blocking skills.....but keep accessories simple!!

 

Pinky sultry eye makeup pictorial

A nice pinky sultry eye makeup

Home Remedies for Foot Odor

Foot odor or smelly feet, technically known as BROMHIDROSIS, can be really embarrassing for those suffering from this problem.

This usually occurs when your feet sweat & the sweat does not evaporate because you are wearing shoes or socks. Bacteria naturally present on your skin grow as they feed on the sweat & dead skin cells, producing the foul smell.

There are various steps you can undergo to avoid foot odor, and you need to follow this steps religiously to get good results.

1.  Lavender Oil











Lavender oil not only smells good but also helps kill bacteria. Plus, it has antifungal properties that are effective in treating foot odor.

Put a few drops of lavender essential oil in warm water.
Soak your feet in it for 15 to 20 minutes.
Repeat twice daily for a few days.

2.  Epsom Salt











Epsom salt can also minimize smell coming from your feet as it fights microbial infection & neutralizes foot odor. A detoxifying foot bath with Epsom salt is also soothing 4 aching feet.

Mix two teaspoons of Epsom salt in half a bucket of warm water.
Soak your feet in the solution for 10 to 15 mins. For best results, do this before going to sleep so that you do not have to wear socks or shoes.

3.  Alum

















Alum powder has astringent and antiseptic properties. Thus, it inhibits the growth of bacteria.

Mix one teaspoon of alum powder in one cup of warm water.
Wash your feet with this solution.
After 15 to 20 minutes, dry your feet thoroughly and then sprinkle some alum powder on them
Do this once daily.

4.  Vinegar

Vinegar is beneficial in getting rid of smelly feet as it creates an acidic environment in which bacteria cannot survive. you can use any type of vinegar, especially apple cider vinegar for this home remedy.

Prepare a mixture of one-half cup of vinegar & 6 to 8 cups of hot water.

Soak your feet in it for 10 to 15 mins.
Finally, wash your feet thoroughly with soap to remove the vinegar smell. (Julide skin care)

 












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