Eyeliner: Do it Rite

Eyeliner can make your eyes pop if you know how to apply it correctly...

At Home Spa Treatments + Health tips

Hows about lunch?

Health and skin

Consider these skin-friendly foods: 

• Carrots, apricots, and other yellow and orange fruits and vegetables 
• Spinach and other green leafy vegetables 
• Tomatoes 
• Blueberries 
• Beans, peas and lentils 
• Salmon, mackerel and other fatty fish 
• Nuts 
• ALSO: Avocados, citrus fruits, whole grains

Remember, many of the best foods for healthy skin also promote good health overall. Rather than focusing on specific foods for healthy skin, concentrate on a healthy diet in general. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Choose low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Include nuts, seeds and beans in your favorite meals. Opt for whole-grain breads and pasta. Limit sweets. Strive for variety as you're making healthy choices.

DE-FRIZZ your hair!! Naturally

Hey guys, its been a while since i wrote a natural remedy . but here is the latest one:



Rinsing your hair with something other than your shower water can work wonders!
1. Carbonated water rinse. If you often let your curls air dry, this is a great remedy to eliminate hair frizz caused by humidity. After you wash your hair, give it a final rinse with carbonated or sparkling water. The reason carbonated or sparkling water reduces frizz is because of it’s low pH level.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar. This is another great natural remedy that is very effective in preventing frizzy curls. The procedure is very much like the process above with the carbonated/sparkling water. Wash your hair as you normally would and give it a final rinse with equal parts water and apple cider vinegar. Another great benefit of apple cider vinegar is shine!
3. Beer. Beer is another great rinse option, and ranks third on our list of unconventional no-frizz tips. Beer replenishes moisture in your hair. Dark beers often provide the most nutrients and moisture. When doing the rinse, simply coat your hair with them and let it sit for a few minutes. When ready, rinse your hair with cold water—which will also help get rid of the smell.

ALSO You can pack the nutrients into your own conditioners. Check out our recipes!
4. Mayonnaise and Avocado Conditioner. Here is a recipe is a very effective natural conditioner for dry, frizzy hair. Mix 1 cup of mayonnaise with 1/2 avocado until you have a paste. Rub it on your hair and cover your head with a plastic cap. Wrap a hot towel around it. Leave it on for 20 minutes and wash. Repeat once a week for better results.
5. Coconut oil or olive oil. Oil is your frizz-free friend—maybe even your best no-frizz friend. Oils are a great sealer or conditioner. Check out this recipe for oil conditioner: begin by heating up one cup of olive oil or coconut oil in a glass jar. Apply this mixture throughout all of your hair, evenly distributing it. Cover your curly hair with a shower cap and wrap a hot towel around your head to increase moisture absorption. Keep on for around 30 minutes, rewarming your towel as needed (you’ll need constant heat). Shampoo and rinse your hair with cold water. Do this three times a week for the best results.

Closed eyes, fingers typing. This is what i Think

Its a whirlwind of : I love and forgive myself for my past mistakes, but which self do i forgive? the younger me , or the ever maturing woman version i have become. Since change is explained with the theory of : i can do anything i set my mind to do. how come i cannot forgive myself. how come i grill my mind , mull over questions with no answers i know. but i twist and turn in my own turmoil, hoping that one day after the endless suffering a light can go out, and i can say i give up.


Cosmic Wishes for a better Tomorrow,

A.

INTERESTS

Travelling, Listening to Music, Road Trips, Movies, Vintage Clothing, Fashion, Shoes, Simplicity, Honesty, Handbags, Audrey Hepburn, Museums, Art History, Historical Places, History, Marilyn Monroe, Books, Reading, Old Movies, Film Noir, Antiques, Concerts, Laughing, Hugs, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Working Out, Walking, Candles, Sophia Loren, Learning New Things, Spontaneity, Daisies, Tim Burton, Flea Markets, Thrifting, Heels, Pumps, Classic Cars, Old Hollywood, Vintage Pin-Ups, Carnations, Flowers, Surprises, Randomness, In Living Color, Comedy, Organic Food, Seafood, nori Sheets, Sushi, Boots, Cartoons, Cherries, Lip Gloss, Vanilla, Peace, Love, Happiness, Sunsets, Yard Sales, Garage Sales, Bargains, Thunderstorms, Cuddling, Bargain Shopping, TK Maxx, HnM, Camping, Nature, Rain, Amusement Parks, Disney Movies, Disney, Alice in Wonderland, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack Skellington, Jack and Sally, Romance, Photography, Chivalry, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, Praying, God, Prophet Mohd PBUH, Autumn, Guitar, Handwritten Letters, Crabtree and evelyn, Time Alone, Reese Witherspoon, Joaquin Phoenix, Classic Films, PlayStation, Cats, Latino Cardio, Sightseeing, Fairies

Happy Birthday to the Greatest Woman in the Universe: MUM

I spent so much time trying to not be like you because i wanted my individuality, until i realised i was you. I am so proud of having you as a mom, i love you beyond comprehension beyond belief. i sincerely cannot go on with out you. may god always keep you close and around. you are my everything. my absolute everything.

Yesterday was my mother's birthday, she was as beautiful as always.

I am Afraid

Would you consider me insane, if i said i dont know myself?
Had i been asked this question 2 years ago i would've answered with a full and complete description. but since then so many things have changed. I have grown older(surely agewise) but i know for a fact that soul wise and mentally i havent aged a day. Although i need to say that this maturity thing (while me being an extremist) has taken a very wrong and BORING turn.

I will not express my dislike for it, but i will say that i am upset. at myself perhaps, upset at my mind yes. I am simply Upset, Sahar is somewhere inside me, i hear her but she is as frightened as a deer. i cannot convince her that her fears are unfounded.

funny thing is that i am aware that those fears are without merit, i am aware that those fears are unfounded and i acknowledge that, but sahar regardless insists on hiding.

Hiding, such a weak word. but oh so many connotations linked to it. Hiding. flowers and their buds hide in winter, bears hide in winter as well. but winter is so beautiful , pure, yet at the same time destructive. however, not permanent.

change is not permanenet, sure you dont go back to where you started, but that change you reach, is also altered later on, and that alteration is also altered again. so really change isnt permanent. yet why does it feel like my change has been permanent and its heading in a direction i would fear for whatever life i still had in me.


Love,

A.

i am beyonf

Let Go

After some serious time out and meditation, I realized the key to freedom from the past. A way to achieve sustained and serene mental peace There is no magic formula to it. It's really all about Just Letting Go OF THE PAST. Just LET IT GO...

Every time something happens that agitates you, just be glad nothing worse happened and LET IT GO

Every time someone tries to put you on the spot, bless them for spending so much energy on you and just LET IT GO

 Whenever you make a mistake or falter somewhere, its o.k., pick yourself up and LET IT GO

 Whenever You achieve some great feat or great goal, Good for you, don't hold on to it and become egotistical. Be modest and humble and thank god for the strength and then LET IT GO, As well.

 Every time something happens that makes you feel fearful, anxious, uncomfortable, depressed or unhappy. Just remember all the good times you had in your life and LET THE BAD GO.

Now I know that letting go can be difficult and to be honest, initially it is. But there were two things that really cemented the power and thought of "LETTING GO" in my mind.




Acknowledge . Accept. Forgive. Let Go.



Love. A,

Tonights Thooughts

Humans See The world outside themselves. Alienated From our consciousness, we see whats supposed to be inside us as outside, we are strangers to the world.we are constantly in a blurry of confusion of deadlines, expectations and reality. When will it stop? I guess it would stop when you remove yourself from the insistent nagging of life. Yes life nags on you, in different means. It nags with lies...

Recipe for a Flawless Complexion

I love working with raw ingredients when creating my facemasks. It can sometimes be daunting to look at the ingredients in most skin care products, so if you want to try something more natural, and still highly effective, I definitely recommend this mask. I have been using this facemask for the past few months and it has been my favorite! The ingredients are simple: honey, turmeric and Aspirin! It is great for all problematic skin types and it is so easy to make. The ingredients are pure and are probably in your kitchen right now.

The Magic of Honey

Honey contains anti microbial properties, anti oxidants and microbes. Anti microbial properties prevent the skin from getting infected and the anti oxidants help build a “barrier” against aging pollutants and toxins. Honey is also sticky and has a very fine grainy texture, which helps to lift up dirt and dead skin. The wax makes the skin smooth, glowing, soft and leaves it perfectly moisturized!

To get the best results, use really raw honey, I love the “Really Really Raw Honey” for $9 found in most food stores.

The Wonder of Turmeric

Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, which is widely used as a disinfectant for cuts and burns. It is an ingredient, which is found in some of the best skin care products. In India, this mask is traditionally applied to brides before their wedding day to give them healthy, beautiful and glowing skin!

The Power of Aspirin

Aspirin contains acetyl-salicylic acid, which is used by most acne fighting skin care products like Clean&Clear, Neutrogena and MD Skin Care to unclog pores. It also contains anti-inflammatory and antipyretic powers.

Making Your Mask

1. Stir the honey using a tablespoon. Make sure the grainy part at the bottom is also stirred in. Put 1 tablespoon into a bowl.

2. Add ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder. It may be tempting to add more due to its powerful benefits, but too much may leave your skin yellow!

3. Dissolve 3-4 Aspirins in a few drops of water. Once dissolved, add to mixture.

4. Stir it up, and smooth paste on with clean fingertips to face and neck. Apply in circular motion to stimulate blood flow and exfoliation. Make sure your hair is tied back as this mask is sticky.

5. Now lie down and unwind! The ingredients work the best when the body is relaxed. Leave on for 15-20 minutes.

6. Wash off with warm water and gently pat face with a clean soft towel. Add your favorite moisturizer.

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How Often

You can use this mask 3-4 times a week. In between days, I like to apply raw honey to face and neck for 15-45 minutes before showering. It is gentle enough to use everyday and its benefits and results are incredible! My skin is clear and glowing.

You can also use this mask as a base, and experiment by adding different ingredients, such as green tea to soothe, lemon to brighten or tomato juice if you have mature skin.

DISCLAIMER: Please check with your physician if you are allregic to any of the above. This works brilliantly for me. it may not have the same results for every skin type.

LOVE,

A. 

Reminder: Lifetsyle for glowing Skin

Those are a few of my little secrets to making my skin glow :)


Other lifestyle factors are also important like
- eating a balanced of varied diet of fruits & vegetables
- getting lots of sleep
- being positive & happy
- caring for your skin (not sleeping with makeup on etc...)


Love ,

A.

You Can Have it all

The Secret Summarized

1. The first step is to think and imagine great things for your life. Make a vision board, dream big! (Good health, love, money, happiness etc) We attract what we think.
2. Then begin to listen for signs and/or ideas on how you can create these dreams. (I get a lot of ideas when I'm relaxed in the shower.) 
3. Now, act upon them. These little ideas will lead to others and before you know it you are living your dream. 

 Some of my favorite quotes from the movie

• Whatever is going on in your mind is what you are attracting
• Life can and should be phenomenal .. and it will be when you consciously apply the Law of Attraction 
• "All that we are is a result of what we have thought" - Buddha
• Set a goal so big that if you achieved it, it would blow your mind 

You have to know your worth and believe that everything you want is possible! ♥




Love,

A.

Religion of Great Looking skin

Being able to apply perfect concealer and foundation is only HALF the job to achieving great looking skin. The other half requires you to take excellent care of your skin (which I actually find really enjoying!)

Examples include:

- Drinking lots and lots of water
- Eating skin-nourishing foods
- Always remembering to remove your makeup before bed
- Pampering your skin with masks, exfoliators and moisturizers
- Wearing a broad spectrum (UVA & UVB) SPF


LOVE,


A.

Mend a Broken heart

People may say no one ever died of a broken heart, but when you're suffering from one, it sure doesn't feel that way--at least initially. Falling in love is about you It's never about the other person. You always will still have the ability to fall in love. Nobody can ever take that away from you. nobody can ever doom your future, or be the only one you ever love. its exactly like friendships. They come and go,  but just cause a friendship does not work out does not mean you are doomed and meant to be a social outcast and loner for the rest of your very (at the moment) miserable life.

It s ok to feel like your world is falling apart, it is alright to allow yourself to grief. and to help you cope with it, here are a few tips you can do on the first 2 days of a breakup/loss. Have a care read it, it may change your perspective.

 

Instructions

1. Days 1 and 2

   • 1 Breathe. All you can do is survive this first and difficult day. Take one day at a time. Give  
     yourself permission to mourn. Call in sick at work, sleep all day, eat too much ice cream, sob.
     
     
   • 2 Congratulate yourself for being human: It is only when you open yourself to love that your heart can break. Develop and repeat a helpful mantra to get you through the initial shock and pain, such as "This too shall pass" or "I will survive.
   
   SOURCE: http://www.ehow.com/how_116958_mend-broken-heart.html

And for the long run:

• Do something for someone else. Volunteer in a soup kitchen, a hospital, a nursing home, or for any other organization that you support. "Giving your time to help someone else helps take your mind off your troubles and makes you feel really good at the end of the day," says Allen.
• Pamper yourself with a massage, manicure, fresh flowers, or a weekend getaway to a place you've never explored. (This is not the time to trip down memory lane and stay in that charming B&B you and your ex-beloved once visited!)
• Adopt a pet. "Pets give you an unlimited amount of attention and love," says Allen. If you live in an apartment and can't own a pet, then pet sit for friends or volunteer at a local SPCA.
• Keep a journal and write down what you learned from the relationship, what your role in the breakup was (even if you're convinced you were blameless, chances are, you weren't -- at least not completely). Write down what you'll avoid in your next relationship. "This should give you a good idea of what your non-negotiables are," Allen says.
• Spend time with friends and family who will nurture you and keep you from feeling lonely.
• Learn something new. Take a class. Start a hobby.
• Think of this time as a new chapter in your life, says Allen. "Explore your passions and make a plan to accomplish a goal ... start a business, go back to school, write a book." 

 SOURCE: http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=52004

Love,

A.

4 Cool First Date tips

We all love the butterflies that come with the first date, but here are a few essential things to keep in mind.

Some First Date TIPS:

1. Before leaving the house, make sure you're looking and feeling your best!
2. Stay positive ; keep an open mind
3. Smile; be yourself
4. And most importantly, have FUN! Even if the guy doesn't turn out to be Mr.Right, at least make sure you get a few laughs in and think of it as an experience :) 




LOVE,


A.

Quick Fashion DO's

DO THIS, DO IT CONFIDENTLY. FASHION WAITS FOR NO ONE, OWN IT.

1. Add some sparkle to your outfit! (With some jewelry, a scarf or a sequined top)
2. Go nude – The color of course! (This color elongates your body and is so chic)
3. When in doubt, throw on a fitted blazer. (This makes any outfit look amazing)

Love,
A.

Your General Bible to Lifestyle That Rocks

 We use lots of products and always seek ways to have beautiful hair. Well here are general lifestyle tips to keep you at the top of your game.

• DIET is a very important factor in having healthy hair! Eat a balanced diet with lots of fruit & veggies 
• Try to drink as much WATER as you can (you might have to run to the bathroom every hour - BUT it's worth it!!)
• Avoid using a lot of heat in your hair. (Your hair is naturally beautiful girl!)
• Get a lot of sleep & don't stress out too much (this causes grey hairs & fall out - eek!)
• Only wash your hair every 3-4 days (The oils are good for your hair - kinda gross but it will get less greasy over time)
• When you wash your hair, focus most of the massaging on the scalp, as that is what needs cleaning. Let the shampoo just run through the rest of your hair.

 
Stay Beautiful, all the time.


Love, 

A.

Trash That !! (Makeup Spring Cleaning)

Us girls gather quite a lot of makeup and beauty products over the years. But cosmetics – both skin care and makeup -aren’t meant to grow old with you – they’ve got to go! Keeping old makeup is unsanitary and even potentially dangerous for your health.
Products are developed to last a year or two. However, contamination can occur at any time, since makeup is always in contact with germ-prone areas like your eyes, mouth and fingers. In general, always toss anything that has changed color or consistency or has a bad odor.

Stay Beautiful, Love


A.

Neck Care

Many girls neglect their neck when applying creams, serums, masks, etc. to their face, but in fact our neck is one of the first places we start to show age. Our necks have the same delicate skin as our faces, so I suggest that anything you do to your face, you do to your neck as well.

So remember, your daily beauty regime doesn’t sop at your chin. It should carry on all the way down to your collarbone. Your neck needs to be cleansed, moisturized and protected form the sun just as much as you face. You’ll regret it if you don’t.

Love,

A.

Puffy Eyes Rescue

Puffy eyes are not very flattering and can be the result of a late night, stress, too little water or just the natural aging process. Whatever their cause, you can treat them quickly and easily – a remedy that is an alternative to the old cucumber is tea bags. Just save up your tea bags (chamomile or green), and you’ll have a natural home remedy for puffy eyes whenever needed.
Placing brewed tea bags onto your eyes for a short time period allows the tannins in the tea to treats puffy eyes and dark circles. The tea bags reduce swelling and tighten the skin around the eyes as well as the caffeine reduces puffiness by shrinking the blood vessels.

All you have to do is to dip two green tea bags into boiling water and drain them. Let them cool in your freezer for a couple of minutes before applying them on your eyes. The antioxidant properties of the tea and the coolness of the bags will help de-puff your eyes and make you look refreshed. Leave the tea bags on your eyes for 5 to 20 minutes. The longer you keep them on your eyes, the more effective they can be. Good luck! :)