Friday, July 8, 2011

Finding the Perfect Sandal!!

Once summer rolls around, we’re eyeing store windows looking for the perfect summer sandal to go with that new sundress we just bought. And with so many cute styles to choose from, picking the right sandal seems like a no-brainer. While it’s true that shoes are a little easier to find than a perfectly fitting dress, it doesn’t mean that every sandal is made equal - or that every woman looks good in every shoe she likes
 Finding cheap sandals: If buying gently used, second hand shoes doesn’t weird you out, I strongly recommend Goodwill, thrift shops and consignment stores. All of the shoes in my closet are from Goodwill, Rugged Wearhouse or Ross. Sometimes you can catch good deals at TJ Maxx or even department stores, but always check the others first. You’ll pay half the typical store cost—if that. A lot of times, people will wear a pair of shoes once because they got them on sale and never wore them. Wedges, sandals with a short heel and traditional flip flops will get you through the summer heat with comfort, ease and style.
Finding a perfect summer sandal is all about looking at what best fits your lifestyle, wardrobe and personality. Always remember that the shoe really does make the outfit.
Now get out there and make me proud, ladies! I better not see those hot pink shoes with blue racing stripes walk past me...

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Thursday, July 7, 2011

Beauty SECRETS to die for!




Do you need a quick glow to your skin and all over healthier look? Bend over at the waist, as far as you can possibly go, and hold to the count of thirty.
BulletFor cellulite, scrub the skin with a bristle brush or loofah. Brush in slow sweeps, always toward the heart. There are gloves and mitts available to do this, but they're not necessary. Try to do this at least five minutes every day.
BulletAlso for cellulite - Copy the expensive herbal wraps offered by top spas. Mix a cup of corn oil with 1/2 cup of grapefruit juice and 2 teaspoons dried thyme. Massage into hip, thigh, and buttock areas. Cover with plastic wrap to lock in body heat. For extra results lay a heating pad over each area for five minutes.
BulletRight from the can, Crisco is a big secret among beautiful women. Use it to remove makeup and as a highly effective moisturizer. Hospitals even use it to treat psoriasis and eczema.
BulletRaw potato slices contain potassium to take away dark circles under the eye.
BulletTo lighten age spots and sun-damaged skin, mix the juice of 1 lemon, 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 ounces of plain yogurt. Gently massage into each spot. Use at least once a week.
BulletThe best leave-in conditioner for your hair is nothing other than laundry room fabric softener. It's very strong, so be sure to dilute it. Suggestions: 1 cup water, 1/2 cup fabric softener.
BulletParsley is rich in chlorophyll. It is a major ingredient in leading breath fresheners, such as Clorets and Certs. Don't spend lots of money for internal breath fresheners, eat parsley!
BulletCreate your own tinted lip gloss. Simply mix any of your favorite lipsticks with a dab of Vaseline.
BulletA little bit of red or orange in the center of the lips makes them look fuller.
BulletTo make the whites of your eyes look brighter, use a light blue pencil under the eyes. Blue eye shadow lightly applied under the eyes works just as well.
BulletWhen coloring hair - Color hair that has not been washed for 1 day. The natural hair oils will assist in making the hair color application more successful. The color will cling better to hair that is not dry.
BulletTo alleviate puffy, swollen eyes place bags of frozen peas under the eyes.
More remedies for undereye bags- cucumber slices, or wet tea bags.
BulletDegrease oily hair with witch hazel when you don't have time to shampoo. Apply to roots with a cotton ball.
BulletTo help relieve dandruff, add 30 plain aspirin to a full bottle of your regular shampoo. Apply and rinse as usual.
BulletTo make you own facial mask, mix a handful of 100% all-natural kitty litter with a 1/2 cup water and apply a facemask.
BulletManicure - Mix one cup of warm water and the juice of one-half lemon. Soak your fingertips for five minutes. Rinse and pat dry, pushing back cuticles. Rub lemon peel against your nails, back and forth vigorously. Finish by buffing with a soft cloth.
BulletYour nail polish will always be smooth and easy to apply it you store it in the refrigerator. Frosted nail polish will not separate. However, if it has hardened or is gummy, place the bottle in a pan of boiling water. The polish will be like new.
BulletOily skin holds perfume scents longer than dry skin. So, before applying perfume, rub a very thin layer of Vaseline or petroleum jelly on your skin and you will smell delicious for hours.
BulletTo remove the redness from pimples, rub a tiny spot of visine on the pimple.
BulletAcne Home Remedy-Beat an egg white until frothy with a fork, and use as a face mask. Leave on face for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water. For one or a few breakouts, use twice a day. For more severe acne, use twice a day for a week. You will be amazed at the results.
BulletCellulite tip-home remedy- Rub used coffee grounds where the problem exists (cellulite cream is mostly caffeine based).
BulletPeroxide and baking soda used as a toothpaste will whiten teeth.
BulletTo raise the ph level of shampoo, add aspirin to it.
BulletNeed an emery board and can't find one? You can use the strike plate on a book of matches.
BulletRubbing Pepto-Bismal® on your skin is a better facial than peel off masks.