We love prints!

The prints give you a bold, flirty and feminine appearance all day long. When deciding on how to pick the right print, think of feminine vibrance, florals and girly colours of the day and you'll be on your way to a yummy success.

Prints! Prints!! Prints!!!

i.  Prints give you freshness and a feeling of sophistication, daring without being alarming and confident while standing out.

ii. To give your prints a more unique look, wear a blazer that has a strong colour on top of your prints.


iii. Prints come in different styles, colours, shapes and sizes. Its left for you to choose the one that best suits your style and makes you feel good in it, afterall its your money :)

Wonders of Orange peels!

Are you one of those that happen to toss orange peels in the garbage without even giving it a second thought? If so, then know now that many beauty products nowadays have orange peel extract in them.

Orange peels contain some nutrients that are capable of combating many skin problems.

Ways to use orange peels

Face mask

Grind dried orange peels and mix the orange peel powder with water or milk. Mix them together until you have a fine paste, then apply to the face. This paste works well when applied as face and body treatment.

Odour reduction 

Orange peels helps to reduce odour in trash cans. This can be done by placing orange peels at the botton of the trash can before putting trash bags in it. This also reduces insect infestation. 

Cleaning of sink 

Oranges can be used in the cleaning of most surfaces. This is done by cutting the orange in two equal parts, then you dip one half of the orange into a dish of salt. Use the salted orange to scrub your sink, then you rinse thoroughly. 

As bath oil 

Grind dried orange peels and add a little into your bathing water, if possible  add the oil too. It stimulates the skin and gives you a really nice scent. 

For hair 

Mix grinded orange peels with water and leave overnight. Apply this mixture on your hair and massage into the scalp. It helps to get rid of dandruff and also conditions the hair! 

Bad breath

If you are suffering from bad breath, chew an orange peel for sometime but do not swallow it. It is a really effective remedy for bad breath. 

Skin whitening 

If you have dark spots on your skin, then use orange peels on your skin. Orange peels are natural skin bleachers and helps lighten dark spots on the skin. The peels help to prevent harmful UV rays from attacking the skin cells. 

Anti wrinkles 

The powerful antioxidants in oranges helps to fight off oxygen free radicals that deprive healthy skin cells of oxygen. The significant amount of calcium in orange peels is very effective for protection against wrinkles. 

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Be expecting "more benefits of orange for skin care" cos i'm still doing some research on it and will post it very soon. 

Keep visiting this blog for more updates on all those interesting things you never knew about :) 

Thanks

TOURISM: Calabar carnival

Calabar, Cross Rivers State in Nigeria; is known as the host of the popular calabar carnival.

The calabar carnival is also recognised as "the biggest and most unique street party in Africa" and it is one of the best in the world!

 It is a unique display of Africa heritage displayed through a whole lot of beautiful and colorful costumes. The carnival attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world.

The carnival takes place on the 26th and 27th of December each year which is the highlight of the 32-day calabar which starts from 1st December to 1st January. The carnival has five major bands namely; Bayside band, Freedom band, Masta blasta band, Passion 4 band and the Seagull band. Of all these bands, Passion 4 has been the most successful so far.

The most interesting thing about this carnival is that it gets bigger and more exciting each year! The atmosphere is simply captivating...


Do not miss it this year!

See photos from December 2014 carnival

Upgraded mane highlights

Some people choose to be known with a signature look, while others like to experiment with different styles. Going short might just be the look for you if you are tired of the same long hair routine. You could change to a different style like a pixie or a crop. Apart from boosting your confidence, it also makes one look younger!

Jazz it up

You can do all sorts of styles with your short hair. If your hair is dark and you are tired of wearing it dark, try adding some colour to it. Add a few streaks to your hair and this helps to add some spice to plain stresses. 

When adding colour to your hair, be sure to choose a colour that compliments your skin tone. 

Pompadour 

With this look, you could rock it to any occasion, be it red carpet or a lazy afternoon with the girls. The pompadour is fast becoming a "must have look." 

You could jazz up your regular hairstyle and do something exciting with your hair...!  My take is....the pompadour! 

Irreststible eye report

Sunglasses are a must-have  fashion accessory. A true fashionista wouldn't be complete without having the right pair of sunnies. With the right pair of sunnies you will stand out in the crowd. Sunnies come in quirky colours and styles and there is a righ pair to fit all face shapes. 

So what are you waiting for to get yours??? 

Aviator glasses 

The aviator glasses were created for function rather than fashion. They are hip trendy and really sophisticated. They flatter most face shapes and have come to stay! 

Retro cat-eyes 

This lovely vintage design is classic  and usually tortoise shell style. These glasses are for the bold trend setters who wish to stand out. It is a timeless sophistication and best suitable for oval and oblong face. 

Jackie O 

This classic glasses would suit almost all females. It has stood the test of time and it gives you that edgy feel when you are all glammed up.  

Shutter shades 

This sun glasses is not  for the light hearted. They are fun and evasive. This sunny is just  right for the fashion forward people. It is most suitable for the oval, oblong and heart shaped faces. 

Nerd glasses 

This retro glasses that made the jocks and cheerleaders bully the bookish geeks are now pretty much in vogue amongst the fashionistas. It adds glamour to any outfit . The good news is that it suits all face types. 

BEWARE OF THESE HABITS!

There are some bad habits which most of us do all the time. Some of them include: 

Prolonged use of makeups 

Some of we ladies use the same 

lipstick, eyeshadow...etc for years without changing. Its time to throw away your makeup and get new ones when you observe that ; your lipstick doesn't glide as smoothly as it used to, your mascara wands have become dry and your eyeshadows and blush crumble even when you apply the least pressure on them. Mascara should be changed every three months but eyeshadows, blush, lip and eye liner pencils can stay up to two years. 

Also, if you make use of brushes to apply your makeup , wash them with shampoo bi-monthly and air dry them. Do not blow or towel dry them, rather, allow them to dry naturally. 

Smoking 

Smoking does not only damage one's health, it also makes one to develop deeper wrinkles, saggier skin and blotchier skin tone. In other words, it makes one to age faster. According to the research published in Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery, every decade of smoking results in a perceived extra 2.5 years of age. 

None daily usage of sunscreen moisturiser 

The best way of keeping the body from getting wrinkled and saggy is through the daily use of sunscreen; SPF 30 at the minimum. Use broad-spectrum formulae which protect the skin from UVA and UVB rays. 

Too much drinking 

"Is she trying to say that i shouldn't drink?"  Not at all, i'm not trying to steal your fun away from you, you can still have a glass of something. We must all know that alcohol increases the inflammatory agents in the blood stream which speeds up skin sagging overtime. 

Lots and lots of junk food 

A study in the journal of the American Academy of Dermatology discovered that people who replaced processed carbs such as chips, cookies, cakes etc with foods rich in protein and whole grains broke out less. Reason is because processed carbohydrates are high-glycemic foods which causes blood sugar to rise thereby triggering a surge of insulin. 

Cut off the junk and replace with snacks such as yoghurt, nuts and avocado. 

Over-exfoliation 

Over cleansing can aggravate oil production and worsen the breakouts you are trying to prevent. The skin reproduces more oil to fight the dryness caused by excessive exfoliation and washing. The best way to exfoliate the skin is to exfoliate 2-3 times every week. 

Skipping washing the face at night 

Even if you are so exhausted to the point that you can't take a shower, make sure you wash your face before going to bed!

Letting the skin to marinate in makeup can lead to clogged pores and pimples.

Popping of pimples 

Yeah, its so tempting to pop pimples especially when they are ripe. But the truth is that popping of pimples pushes bacteria deeper into the pores causing inflammation and infection. 

Also, this can make that particular spot to become dark. 

Turning away from the gym 

Exercise increases blood flow to the skin, causing a healthy flush in the process. Exercise also reduces tension which results in youthful looks. Reduce stress in your life by working out and your skin will also benefit from it. 

Not drinking enough water 

Water! water!! water!!!

Some people do not drink up to four glasses of water each day. atahis is really bad, studies have it that 8-10 glasses of water should be taken everyday.

This helps to flush the system and also results in beautiful glowing skin and youthful looks!