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Weekend Reads 29-05-10

* If you could live in a catalog... check out the comments too, they are hilarious ! * This lady puts together outfits inspired by paintings. Amazing. * Logical fallacies. Sharpen your brain. * Defining your style:…
Gommage-style Non-Abrasive Exfoliation

Looking for a gentle, non-abrasive way of getting rid of dead skin cells ? Try Gommage, an underrated but fantastic method ! "Gommage" is actually a french spa treatment where a paste is applied to the skin and…
Weekend Reads 17-05-2010

* Kiana Firouz, Iranian activist might be sentenced to death for the crime of being a lesbian, and the British government refuses her asylum. Sign the petition and help her. * If you have vintage fur lying around…
Choosing Mechanical Exfoliators

When it comes to mechanical (abrasive) exfoliation, there are basically two choices: you either go for something that only exfoliates, or a complete product that also cleans, tones and moisturises. I like to call t…
Home Hack: Lid Rack Repurposed For Cabinet Door Storage

I love hacks and unusual solutions for the home. I´ve been known to spend hours Googling the word "repurpose" (try it on google images, and see if you don´t sucked in as well !) I´ve been looking for…
Weekend Reads 14-05-2010

thin model story The flip side of the thin model-bashing we´ve been seeing so much of lately. Apparently, normal society is no place for naturally tall and thin girls. Sample this: "A lot of them grew up in an env…
Soft, Padded Or Push-up ? How These Influence Breast Tissue ?

For everyday wear and to help the breasts regain their shape I always recommend soft cups rather than anything padded or moulded. The soft cups will help your breasts to get back into their best shape, in other w…
(Getting Rid Of) A Thing A Day

I´ve decided to start a challenge where I try to get rid of one object a day. I´ll try this for a month, though I might extend the challenge. Each day, I´m going to find one thing that I own but I don´t use, do…
Frothy Beetroot Smoothie

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Weekend Reads 07-05-2010

Everything you´ll ever want to know about scarves. Storing them, tying them, headscarves, window scarves, sarongs... Just don´t ask me where has your entire week gone. (PS you might need to disable adblock if you…
My Favourite DIY Body Scrubs

These scrubs are rather strong, and I don´t recommend them on the face unless you have strong and non-sensitive skin. Don´t use scrubs on legs that have a tendency towards breaking capillaries. If…
My Favourite DIY Facial Scrubs Recipes

Most of us need a much finer scrub for the face than we do for the body. Of course, if you have very sensitive skin, rosacea or breakouts you need to skip the scrubbing and try something non-abrasive like chemical…
Time Travel: Medieval Festivals Rock !

If you´ve never been to a medieval or fantasy event... just try it out already ! It´s not just for history geeks or LOTR fans, it´s for everyone who likes a good time --- with a twist. It´s one of my favourite things…