The Things I Must Apply Everyday

These are the things I must apply everyday. Twice a day. 

3 products for skin and 1 for hair-growth. 

They're literally not that expensive. But they are fantastic and I think they suit me. I have to workout more on my skin and hair since I delivered my lil' boy. 

Thinking Of Zumba-ing

Hello everyone.. It's been a while.. How is everyone?.. :)

Oh ya, before I move further, I'm taking this opportunity to wish Happy Women's Day to all women across the world. :D

As I opened my Facebook account today, I came across this Zumba thing. An FB friend posted this Zumba beginner step video.

I found it was interesting and fun to follow.  Boleh kurus ka kalau sya buat hari-hari tu step aa..hehe. 

Well, what is Zumba actually?..

According to Wikipedia, Zumba is a Latin dance -inspired fitness program created by dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in Colombia during the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, and some Bollywood and belly dance moves. Squats and lunges are also included.

Wow, such a variety movements isn't it.. hehe

Watch yourself the video below.. :)

Sya ada pigi try..punya siok..LOL..Sweating terus ba.. Tidak dapat pigi join ramai2 diluar, berZumba sendiri di rumah pun orait ba kan.. LOL

Which BODY SHAPE Are You?

About the Apple body shape 

If you are the Apple of someone’s eye then you’re pretty in proportion but tend to carry your weight around your mid section without a well-defined waist. You may also have fabulous legs and/or boobs so dressing is all about showing off those best bits and avoiding adding volume round your middle.

Bring out your best: Empire line and longer length tops will flatter your figure. Go for low-ish necklines to draw the eye upwards.
 
Best to avoid: Short, boxy jackets and pleated or tiered skirts are not your friends. Cast them out now and feel forever better.


About the Pear body shape
If you are a bottom-heavy beauty and are bigger around the hips, bottom or thighs than you are up top then, like the majority of women, you are a Pear! You’ve probably also got a fairly flat stomach you lucky thing. Work that womanly figure by adding more shape and structure above the waist.

Bring out your best: Balance out your curvy bottom half with bold bright tops or tops with large collars, lapels or sleeves.

Best to avoid: Tube, pencil and fishtail skirts, especially tight-fitting ones will only emphasise your hips and behind.


About the Hourglass body shape
Curvy hourglass girls go in at the middle, often with a fuller bust and bottom to contrast with the smaller waist. You’re blessed with a very sexy shape so you need to learn not to drown it in too-baggy clothes but also not go too overtly sexy either - unless that’s the look you’re going for!

Bring out your best: Wrap dresses, waist-cinching belts and flared or wide leg jeans will work wonders. Not necessarily all at once.

Best to avoid: Shapeless baggy jumpers will hide your wonderful waist. Unless you add that magic belt of course!


About the Rectangle/Tube body shape
Rectangle ladies are fairly straight up and down though don’t always have the boyish chest to match. Many women would kill for your shape; there’s no main area you want to minimize so you can get away with more things than most. However you may crave more curves – an illusion easily created with the right clothing.

Bring out your best: A structured coat that cinches in with a belt will make you look more curvy. If you’ve a small bust you can get away with tricky to wear high-necked tops.

Best to avoid: Low rise jeans and trousers can make your torso look too long. Stay away from sheath dresses and stick to styles with more shape instead.

source: bodyshapefashionadvice

So, which body shape are you?.. 

I am in 'Pear' category, therefore i should avoid tight fitting skirt..haha! Perhaps i should work out frequently to add more shape and structure above my waist.. hehe!

That's it for now. See you again.

Have a blessed Thursday.. :)

 

10 Best Natural Teeth Whitening Tips

In the past when you wanted white teeth you would have to go to your dentist because that was the only way to get teeth whitening, usually with corrosive tooth bleach. Although bleach preparations have improved they can still be harsh. Today there are many ways to whiten your teeth; however most of them involve dangerous chemicals that may be able to seep through the delicate tissues in your mouth, under the tongue. You can avoid the potential problems, from whitening your teeth, that you might get from chemical exposure through tooth bleaching and whitening products, kits, strips, gels and systems.

There are a few natural ways to whiten your teeth or prevent them from discoloring and a form of natural bleaching in some cases. In this article I'll list a few tips for natural treatments you can do at home.

1. First of all the obvious one of making regular appointments for cleaning your teeth is first on the list. Many people let this slide but it's important to not only get on a regular schedule with the dentist's office setting up future appointments but also having them call and remind you to come in. Once you get on a schedule of once or twice a year then you will find you don't need to worry about whiter teeth as often, except if you smoke.

2. Make sure to brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. Make sure to floss at bedtime and use a cheap gum massager to get under the gum flap. You want to prevent the buildup of plaque, which can discolor your teeth. Focusing on your teeth will help you prevent some staining of your teeth.

You want to avoid getting plaque as much as possible. Carry floss with you. And floss discreetly when eating out. At home you can floss while you watch TV if you seem to not get around to it after meals. But make sure to floss at bedtime because you have six to nine hours or more while you're sleeping when the bacteria can go to work on the enamel. Make sure to rinse your mouth after eating.

3. Avoid drinking water with any added fluoride or using toothpaste with fluoride as it's been reported that it can discolor or stain your teeth. Also many other countries have banned fluoride in their drinking water due to diseases and symptoms that have been connected with it.

4. If you smoke, try to cut down as much as possible and of course it's better for your health to quit smoking altogether as you no doubt know. Smokers have a more difficult time keeping their teeth white than non-smokers so you may have to work harder at it.

5. Coffee and tea are notorious for causing teeth staining. Make sure to sip or rinse your mouth with water while you're drinking coffee or tea and after you're done. Colas and wine can also cause stains on the teeth.

6. Some fruits such as strawberries are excellent tooth whiteners. Strawberries can be rubbed on the teeth or mashed up in a paste and brushed on. Leave on the teeth for five minutes. Rinse well.

You can use the inside of an orange peel which is also good for whitening. You can rub the peel right on your teeth, or take organic dried orange peel and ground bay leaves and make a paste and brush it on. Some people swear by a lemon juice and salt mixture too. In any case make sure to rinse your mouth well after using these natural tooth whitening treatments.

7. Baking soda has long been used for dental whitening. Many types of toothpaste have baking soda in their ingredients because of its effectiveness. You can make your own baking soda whitener though. Just mix baking soda with a little salt - a good cheap teeth whitening home remedy.

8. Avoid using mouthwashes. Besides alcohol they contain other chemicals that can stain or discolor teeth. They can easily absorb through the delicate tissues under your tongue and be absorbed into your system. One well-known mouthwash was reported recently to actually discolor the teeth with brown stains.

9. Drinks lots of water. Rinse your mouth thoroughly after every meal or snack to make sure no food residue is sticking to your teeth.

10. Try to eat a better diet with lots of raw foods - fruits and veggies. Make huge salads. Avoid fast food and processed food as much as possible. Avoid constant snacking. All of this will help give you brighter, whiter teeth with fewer cavities. 

Teeth whitening by using natural treatments will prevent exposure to harsh chemicals. Natural whitening is cheap and almost free in most cases. You can have a winning smile without hurting the tissues in your mouth and damaging the enamel on your teeth.

source: ezinearticles

That's it for today. Have a healthy Wednesday.. :)

 

Beauty Tips For a Natural Beauty..

Most women want to be the best appearance in their life. They wanted to be as much as natural beauty they can. These days, natural beauty is now most applied by women because natural beauty is not only offer you free tips and less cost, it enhances your beauty without applying thick make up. In other words, natural beauty can be glowed without much effort if you really know how to practice the right tips. 

So here, i share with you this beauty tips. You can see which of them that easy for you to follow. It might not taking too much of your time as most of the instrument needed can be found at your home. I myself willingly to try this at home hehe..:)

1) Brighten grey elbows by rubbing them with half a fresh lemon, it has a natural bleaching effect. Moisturize the skin afterwards to counteract the drying effects of the juice.

2) Carry a spray of mineral water in your handbag to freshen up foundation while you are out and about.

3) Sleeping on your back helps prevent wrinkles, according to recent research. It is certainly worth a try!

4) Dunk feet into a bowl containing warm water and 4 tablespoons of epsom salts to help ease swollen ankles.

5) If you have very soft nails, file them while the polish is still on to prevent them from cracking.

6) If you find eyebrow tweezing painful, hold an ice cube over the area first to numb the area before you start.

7) Warm up your looks by dusting a little blusher over your temples, chin and the tip of your nose as well as your cheeks.

8) Keep your smile looking its best by changing your toothbrush as soon as the bristles begin tp splay. This means at least every three months.

9) Soak nails in a bowl of olive oil once a week to strengthen them.

10) When plucking your eyebrows, coat the hairs you want to remove with concealer - it will help you visualize exactly the shape of brow you are after.

11) For eyes that really sparkle, try outlining them inside your eyelashes with a soft white cosmetic pencil.

12) Hide cracked or chipped nails under stick on false ones.

13) Make over prominent eyes appear smaller by applying a wide coat of liquid liner. The thicker the line the smaller your eyes will look.

14) Calm down a red angry blemish by applying an ice cube over it for a few seconds and then apply your usual medicated concealer.

15) Apply foundation powder with a damp sponge for a thicker, more opaque coverage. Applied with a dry sponge, the result will be sheerer.

source: free-make-up-tips

That's it for today. 

Have a pleasant Tuesday.

Keep on beautiful.. :)

 

14 Tips For Glowing Skin & Smooth Skin

Hello dear friends, it's the last week for January 2011. And we will celebrating Chinese New Year on the 3rd and 4th February. Yes, it is next week. I am sure most of us want to be looked nice and beautiful with glowing and smooth skin on any party or occasion. It's about 10 days more to the celebration. Therefore, i share with you this 14 tips for glowing skin. Remember you have 10 more days before the celebration, you have several days to upgrade to a smooth skin.. I hope it's not too late..hehe.. 

You can transform your dry skin into a super smooth, soft, supple, and glowing skin by using these home remedies.

Okay, here are the 14 tips.. Read carefully. :)

   1. Mash a banana with milk and apply on face and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash it with cold water to get a skin that will glow.

   2. Apply honey on your face and neck for 20 minutes. Wash it with cold water. Your skin will glow and become soft and smooth.

   3. Mix egg white with honey and apply on the face for 20 minutes. Wash it with cold water.

   4. Make a paste of one teaspoon of walnut powder, honey and lemon juice. Scrub your face with this paste and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash it with cold water.

   5. Rub a piece of papaya on your face and neck for 15 minutes.

   6. Make a paste by mixing 2 tablespoon turmeric (haldi) powder in orange juice. Scrub it on your face and neck and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash it with cold water.

   7. A paste of the fresh fenugreek leaves, applied on the face prevents pimples, blackheads, dryness of the face and early appearance of wrinkles.

   8. Make a paste by mixing mashed banana, honey, lemon juice and margarine. Apply on face for overnight. Smear on hands and feet, and wash off in the morning (wear gloves in hands and socks in feet).

   9. Boil cabbage in water. Wash your face with this water.

  10. Powder mango peels and mix 1 teaspoon milk powder and rub on face, neck, and hands. Wash it off after 15 minutes.

  11. Mix one cup of sugar with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon / lime juice. While taking bath, lather your body and face heavily with a soft soap like Dove. Scrub the whole body and face with the sugar mixture on the lather.

  12. After a shower apply vaseline over your entire body. Shower again after one hour. Repeat twice a month.

  13. Mix corn (polenta) flour with egg white and apply on your face. When your face is dried completely in about 1/2 an hour, put your fingers in warm water and massage your face. Repeat daily for 10-15 days.

  14. Mix 3 teaspoons of baby oil and 2 teaspoons of sugar together. Rub your hands, feet or any part and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse it off with warm water.

source: fatfreekitchen.com

So, what are you waiting for?.. Grab those remedies today and start your beauty routine for a glowing and smooth skin. :)

Stay beautiful.. :)