Hey sweet hearts, how are you doing today? I wanna say a big thank You for all your words of encouragement and comments lately, God bless you all.
Today, its gonna be on a very serious skin problem around the world today which is usually seen common amongst black people who may be lightening their skin using soaps, creams/lotions & serums.
WHAT WE DON'T UNDERSTAND:
Our knuckles & joints are thick. They have a lot of skin tissues which allow for free movement of the joint. Hence, these areas are much more tougher than every other part of the skin. Yes, most dark joints especially the knuckles of the wrist are caused by pigmentation due to sun rays but %70 are caused by the extra skin on the joints, do when we lighten our skin up there's a very big resistance on the joints.
Another major cause of dark knuckles & joints are the pressure & frequent friction due to some activity, activities like Knuckling on the door, crawling on your knees / kneeling down, wearing poorly fitting shoes that rub against our heel, Resting elbows on hard surfaces & lots more.
You really don't need any special formulae or product to remove dark knuckles and joints. It is a very simple thing if you really understand the nature of these areas. I'm gonna classify this into two:
1. Dark knuckles due to skin lightening (changing from dark to light)
2. Dark knuckles due to human activity (pressure on joints)
Now, my main focus here is that of skin lightening but those for human activity are gonna benefit a lot too.
When you stand straight what do you discover on your knees? when you stretch your hands straight forward what do you discover on your elbows? when you stretch your fingers straight what do you discover on your knuckles? the extra skin make these areas very thick. In other words, these areas get tough. This is just the reason why joints ain't always on a uniform colour with other parts of our skin especially when we lighten our skin with creams / lotions.
NOW, HOW I DO IT:
I never read or searched online for a method to get rid of my dark joints. However, at that time i was very very light. Infact, i was in the limit where my skin can go, it became so light that so many people hardly recognise me. I had to use my initiative to make things work out, i was hell tired of my dark joints especially my dark knuckles...Like everyone i come across with just immediately know that i was bleaching, because it was hell obvious.
So i decided to do two major things, which are:
1. Get some shades darker, at least to a reasonable extent: I am not saying you should go back to your previous or natural dark skin tone, all i'm saying is to get a bit dark bellow very light and then allow your dark joints blend with the whole skin tone and then you can get very light once more. Please, this is for only those who are very dark naturally & became very light leaving them with very dark knuckles.
2. Focus more attention on my joints exposing them more during bath & cream / lotion application: you have to expose these tough areas using different positions. I'll explain & illustrate these positions using the images bellow:
When bathing, you have to position your knuckles like how i positioned mine in the photo above, scrub with a sponge (even if you do not use sponge before, this will help remove dead skin cells and make the skin there lighter), Also when applying your skin lightening lotions, apply it on your knuckles like that too.
Positioning your hands like you wanna punch someone as seen in the photo above is the perfect way to expose your knuckles really good when applying your creams / lotions or when bathing.
The above photo describes how to apply your cream or lotion which can be a black spot corrector or a normal skin lightening lotion on your knuckles properly on your left hand. Press your cream into your hands, rub them together as usual, and then apply it on your knuckles with the positions shown previously on the images above.
The image above shows me applying cream on my knuckles with the "PUNCH" position.
Yes, it is as simple as that, you will have to exercise a little patience tho, getting rid of dead skins on these joints takes time.
I just hope i have passed some vital information with this post..
Please, your questions and contributions are welcome.
Remain Blessed.
I've got at least 20 people who have added me lately asking me for solutions to scars. So i taught of dropping this one today. I got really tired of typing up the same thing to different people every time so this will be a reference to whoever needs a solution to scars.
When skin is injured, fibrous tissue, known as scar tissue, forms over the wound to repair and protect it. This leads to the formation of scar
You can get a scar on your skin due to accidents, insect bites, scrapes, acne, burns, chickenpox, piercings, surgical cuts and vaccinations.
Type Of Scars:
1. Contracture Scar:
This kind of scar is usually a result of burning, where the skin gets tightened and reaches deeper to affect the nerves and muscles.
2. Keloid Scar: This kind of scar is caused due to over-aggressive healing extending beyond the injury. This kind of scar can even encumber mobility after a while.
Here are 7 stress-free Home remedies to scars:
1. Cocoa Butter:
Cocoa butter is an excellent natural moisturizer that can heal scars of all types. It penetrates deep into the skin and keeps the affected area moisturized longer.
This promotes the growth of new skin tissues in place of damaged ones. In addition, the vitamin E in cocoa butter aids skin repair.
- Apply a spoonful of pure cocoa butter on the scar and massage it gently using firm, circular motions.
- Leave it on overnight and wash it off the next morning with lukewarm water.
- Repeat daily until the scar fades.
2. Honey:
Honey is a natural moisturizer, making it an effective scar removal treatment. It prevents accumulation of dead skin cells and stimulates skin tissue regeneration.
- Apply some honey on the scar, cover it with a bandage and leave it on overnight. The next morning, wash it off with warm water. Repeat daily before going to bed.
- Another option is to make a scrub with equal amounts of honey and crystallized sugar. Apply it on the affected area and scrub gently for a few minutes. Rinse it off with warm water, pat dry and apply a moisturizer. Use this treatment once or twice a week.
3. Olive Oil:
Olive oil is another effective natural scar removal treatment. It is rich in vitamin E and helps keep the skin soft and moisturized. This in turn promotes the healing of damaged skin. For best results, use extra-virgin olive oil.
- Apply some warm extra-virgin olive oil to the affected area and massage using small, circular motions. Wait 30 minutes, then wipe off the oil with a clean cloth. You can also leave the oil on your skin overnight.
- Another option is to mix a little lavender oil in some extra-virgin olive oil, apply it on the m affected area and massage gently for a few minutes. Leave it on for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
4. Aloe Vera:
Aloe vera is a natural scar removal remedy due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It works as a natural emollient to help repair damaged skin and promote growth of healthy skin. In addition, it will improve your skin texture.
- Peel the outer green cover off an aloe vera leaf and scoop out the gel-like substance.
- Apply the gel on your scar and massage in circular motions.
- Leave it on for about 30 minutes, then wash it off.
- Apply aloe vera gel twice daily.
-Note: Do not apply aloe vera gel on open wounds.
5. Vitamin E Oil:
Vitamin E oil is an effective antioxidant that can help fade scars. Its moisturizing property hydrates the skin and helps repair damaged tissue and improve the appearance of scars.
- Open some vitamin E capsules to get the oil.
- Smear the oil onto the scar and massage gently for 10 minutes.
- Leave it on for about 15 to 20 minutes, then wash it off with warm water.
- Do this several times a day.
-Note: Test this on a small patch of skin first, as vitamin E oil may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
6. Lemon:
Lemon contains alpha hydroxy acids, which have healing properties that can help treat scars of all types.
Lemon can remove dead skin cells, promote the growth of new skin cells and improve skin elasticity. The vitamin C in lemon also helps lighten scars.
- Apply some lemon juice on the affected area. Those who have sensitive skin can dilute the lemon juice with equal amounts of rose water or vitamin E oil and then apply it on the scar.
- Wait 10 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.
- Repeat once daily until the scar fades.
-Note: As lemon can make your skin photosensitive, avoid going out in the sun immediately after use and be sure to use sunscreen when you go outside.
7. Coconut Oil:
Coconut oil is another excellent ingredient that can help fade scars. The vitamin E, an antioxidant, in coconut oil accelerates the healing time and prevents new scars from forming. In addition, the lauric, caprylic and capric acids found in coconut oil stimulate collagen production, promote healing of damaged skin and reverse free-radical damage.
- Heat some extra-virgin coconut oil to liquefy it.
- Put the warm oil on your palm and massage it onto the affected area for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Leave it on for at least 1 hour so that the skin absorbs the oil.
- For best results, repeat 2 to 4 times a day.
NOTE:
Bear in mind that there is no procedure yet that can make a scar disappear completely. Treatments and remedies can only make it less noticeable. Before applying the home remedies, make sure to cleanse the affected area thoroughly.
Be patient and persistent, as it may take some time depending upon the shape, size and type of scar. In addition, not every scar removal remedy will work for everyone.
Thanks for reading...
Good luck..
You look dope!
Hello everyone, its been a while!
Things are really hard right now, alotta stress here for me....But by Gods grace everything its gonna be fine, i believe so!
Today i'm gonna be teaching you guys how i get rid of pimples on my face. Originally, i have an oily face because of lots of creams I've used, And today i am battling with it so much and i'm tired.
I get pimples sprouting out of my face and makes it looks like they are buttons. I got very pissed about this, I've used so many creams and they weren't working, and you know what? i just don't wanna use any facial cream that'll bleach me once more.
So, i just decided to try this out and see how it goes, I have always seen people making a mask with powders at nights tho but i didn't know why.
What Is A Pimple??
A pimple is a small pustule or papule. Pimples are small skin lesions or inflammations of the skin - they develop when sebaceous glands (oil glands) become clogged and infected, leading to swollen, red lesions filled with pus. Pimples are also known as spots or zits
The most likely parts of the body to be affected by pimples are the face, back, chest and shoulders due to the proliferation of sebaceous glands in these areas of skin.
Pimples are a sign of acne, especially when a breakout occurs.
Now How I Get Rid Of Pimples:
I use Oil control talcum powder every night and some times in the mornings...
How??
There's this oil control powder i bought few months ago called SALGA TALCUM POWDER, i make a face mask with it on my face every night before i goto bed and sometimes in the mornings when i wake up. And i discovered its making my face quite smoother.
Although, this wont get rid of oils on your face completely, but i guess when done for a very long time it will.
A Brief Review Of Salga Talcum Powder:
This powder is a very active oil control talcum powder made in nigeria, it feels exactly like a dusty powder when applied to the skin. SALGA powder has oil-control formula that will leave your face & body naturally radiant and oil free.
Super smooth, white in colour and very smooth to the touch. This powder was produced by Imperio international LTD located in ikeja, lagos here in nigeria. Its made up of TALC, FRAGRANCE & MENTHOL.
Yep, that's it!
Quite brief but i guess it was educating.
I wanna use this medium to apologise for the break, I've been off for a while now and I'm sorry about that, its not that i ain't serious tho, just that I've got a lot to do out here.
Drop comments and questions bellow...
I love you all!
This is a guest post i wrote on another blog, i just decided to share it with you guys here.
okay Ladies & Gentle Men, lets get to the point here.
Nobody wanna ever look ugly right? everybody wanna look appealing to the eyes because the way you look is always the first impression And the overall ingredient is a beautiful skin.
The sun here is the major challenge that we face. it gets our skin retarded, dry & ugly which you aint gonna notice tho.
My dearies, the surface of your skin as at now is a dead one, trust me. your skin has already generated a fresh one. So its now your duty to get rid of the dead skin & expose the fresh skin. This can be done by the process of EXFOLIATION & sometimes REJUVENATION
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I will be giving detailed explanations & tutorials on how i exfoliate & rejuvenate my skin.
1. EXFOLIATION:
According to Wikipedia, Exfoliation involves the removal of the oldest dead skin cells on the skin's outermost surface.
Exfoliation is involved in the process of all facials , during microdermabrasion or chemical peels at medical spas. Exfoliation can be achieved through mechanical or chemical means.
We can exfoliate our skin MECHANICALLY using skin sponges or scrubbers when bathing. i recommend this method tho its what i do every day. This will help remove dead skin cells & also prepare your skin for cosmetic application (if any).
Mechanical Guide:
* Buy a Good sponge or scrubber for your skin.
* Scrub skin vigorously at all parts.
* Avoid Scrubbing too much, it may lead to injuries.
* Use Good Soaps, preferably complexion care soaps ( i recommend Eva Complexion care soap & Nivea Soaps)
* Take a shower atleast twice daily
* Drink plenty of water preferably 7-9 cups daily.
Skin Exfoliation is done CHEMICALLY using chemicals. well i cant say this method is bad shaaa...
Chemical exfoliants include scrubs containing salicylic acid , glycolic acid , fruit enzymes, citric acid , or malic acid which may be applied in high concentrations by a medical professional, or in lower concentrations in over-the-counter products.
Chemical Guide:
* Buy original scrubs from reliable sources.
* Use scrubs as prescribed
* Use Exfoliating Soaps as An Alternative To Scrubs, i recommend Q7 Exfoliating Purifying Soap & Idole Lightening Exfoliating Soap (for skin lightening only)
* Stay away from excessive Sun light.
* Take your bath altleast twice daily
* Drink lots of water.
2. REJUVENATION:
To me, Rejuvenation simply means turning your skin to that of a baby...or just looking younger. This is mainly done chemically & surgically tho, buhh i recommend the chemical methods. i know nothing about the surgical method. im only gonna talk about the chemical method here.
Chemically, the only way ive rejuvenated my skin is using a product called 2 MINUTES MIRACLE GEL. Indeed its really a miracle gel. All you have to do is apply it on your skin, wait for 2 minutes and rub your skin with your hands in a circular motion. Mehhn...the first time i did this i was surprised. You will be seeing your dead skin coming out as if its magic after which you rinse or take your bath with warm or not-too-hot water.
Well, i really dunno if this gel is available in nigeria yet as ive searched for it online and couldnt find it. Try visiting a reputable cosmetic shop or market in your location & ask for it. i will be reviewing it soon on my blog sha, so stay tuned.
Uhhhmmmm....What else na? i guess am through with my little message at last.
Abegg oo...am not perfect, you can correct whatever you feel is wrong & also share your own view..
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HAVE A NICE DAY.....#Bless
Are you tired of your oily skin? especially your face? Do you have Egusi soap (Oils) On your face? Or you don't even know if you have oily skin or face?
Do This to Test:
1. Squeeze your nose upwards very hard, if you discover oils coming out or something milk in colour then you've got an oily face.
2. You've got alotta pimples? then it might be that you've got an oily face
If you got oily skin / face and you wanna get rid of this just use any of the method bellow....You can thank me later.
1. Orange Peel:
Orange peel contains astringents, which help to control oil secretion.
- Dry an orange peel in the sun.
- Blend it to make a powder.
- Mix the powder with rosewater to make a paste.
- Apply to face and leave on 15 minutes.
- Rinse with water.
- Repeat regularly to control oil and prevent blemishes.
2. Egg Yolk Mask:
Egg yolk is one of the simplest ways to remove excess oil.
- Separate the yolks from two eggs and whip them.
- Use a cotton ball to apply them to your face.
- Leave on 15 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
3. Banana and Honey:
Banana and honey remove excess oil and soothe skin, leaving it brighter and more hydrated.
- Blend one peeled banana and 1 tablespoon honey to make a fine solution.
- Add a few drops lemon or orange juice.
- Apply to face and let dry 15 minutes.
- Wash off with cool or steaming hot washcloth and pat dry.
- Apply oil free moisturizer.
Note: you can also apply plain honey as a mask.
4. Apple:
Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, and alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) which tone, soften, and moisturize the skin.
- Mix ½ cup mashed apple, ½ cup oatmeal, 1 slightly beaten egg white, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice to make a paste.
- Apply to face and leave on 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse with cool water.
- Repeat regularly.
5. Cornstarch:
Cornstarch dries up excess oil, leaving skin soft and clear.
- Mix 2-3 tablespoons cornstarch with warm water to make a paste.
- Apply to face and leave on until dry.
- Rinse with lukewarm water,
- Repeat daily.
6. Tomato:
Tomato juice removes excess oil and tightens pores.
- Put a fresh tomato in the blender to make juice.
- Use a cotton ball to apply it to your face.
- Leave on until dry, then rinse with lukewarm water.
- Repeat 1-2 times weekly.
7. Milk:
Milk serves as an oil free cleanser that minimizes sebum to leave skin soft and supple.
- Wash your face thoroughly.
- Mix 2 teaspoons milk with 2-3 drops lavender or sandalwood oil.
- Use a cotton ball to massage the mixture into your skin.
- Leave on overnight or until dry, then rinse with water.
- Repeat daily.
Note: you can also wash your face with plain milk.
8. Clay Mask:
Clay masks remove dirt, makeup, dead skin cells, and other impurities from the skin while tightening pores, giving you a cleaner, more refined skin tone.
- Mix rosewater or plain water into 3 tablespoons of
- Fuller’s Earth to make a paste.
- Apply to face, leave on 20 minutes.
- Rinse with water.
- Repeat once a week.
9. Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice dries out excess oil, revitalizing and rejuvenating your skin.
- Mix equal parts water and fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
- Apply it to your face.
- Once it’s dry, rinse with warm water, then cool water.
- Repeat regularly, preferably right before showers.
Note: You can replace the water with cucumber juice.
10. Salt
As a disinfectant and a natural drying agent, salt is one of the most effective ways to remove excess oil.
- Fill a spray bottle with tepid water and add a
- teaspoon of salt.
- Close your eyes and spray the salt water on your face.
- Do not rinse.
- Repeat daily to get rid of oil skin.
Have questions? Drop them with the comment box bellow..
#Bless!
Have you ever taught about A skin lightening process without stress? Without fear of future skin problems? Oh yes, It is absolutely possible.
I actually came across Glutathione Pills & Injections About 4 years ago, But i didn't really know what it was all about..
I had to make more researches on This and ive finally gained more insight on this and guess what? I will be getting some of it soon.
What Is Gluthathione???
According to Wikipedia, Glutathione (GSH) is an important antioxidant in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria and archaea, preventing damage to important cellular components caused by reactive oxygen species such as free radicals , peroxides , ipid peroxides and heavy metals.
How Does Gluthathione Lighten Your Skin???
Have you ever taught about why our celebrities are just so light with an absolute even skin tone? That's The power of Glutathione
Glutathione is the cell's primary protector and detoxifier. It is your body's natural safeguard against accelerated aging. Unfortunately, your cells just can't make enough of it.
Infact, Glutathione Pills & Injections Mainly works as a cell protector. It helps keeps you looking younger and healthy. Its effects results in the eradication of Melalin which beings about a lighter, Brighter & even skin tone.
Some Examples Of Glutathione Products:
1. Relumins Glutathione Oral Pills:
Competitively inhibits melanin synthesis in the reaction of tyrosinase and L-DOPA by interrupting L-DOPA's ability to bind to tyrosinase during melanin synthesis. These results indicate that glutathione inhibits the synthesis and agglutination of melanin by interrupting the function of L-DOPA.It is the master anti-oxidant that helps fight free radicals that causes skin damages. It also contributes to good liver function.
2. Glutax 5 gs Micro Cellular Ultra- whitening Injections:
As “ultra” in the name suggests that this injection contains the maximum quantity of Glutathione i.e. 1500mg which gives maximum whitening of the skin.
It contains strong anti-oxidant and anti-ageing ingredients namely Glutathione and Vitamin C that helps in whitening skin tone.
Health Benefits Of Glutathione:
- Has been used clinically to treat degenerative brain & liver diseases including Parkinsons. -- Cellular protective effects in the eyes, and cardio-
vascular system.
- Allergies. Glutathione, especially cysteine, improves the body’s non-specific immune responses, producing more T4 white blood cells. They also help to protect the lungs.
- Can increase endurance & well being.
- Slows down the aging process
- Increases energy
- Detoxifies the liver & cells
- Strengthens the body’s immune system
- Reduces muscle & joint discomfort – inflammation
- leads to pain
- Improves focus and mental clarity
- Reduces the devastating effects of stress
- Improves the quality of sleep
- Enhances athletic performance & recovery time
- Improves the skin – when toxins leave the body skin becomes more radiant.
Where To Buy Glutathione Pills or Injections In Nigeria???
According to Vconnect, You can buy Glutathione products from the following Pharmacies (Lagos Only):
1. Neighbourhood Pharmacy Limited
- Address: 15 ,Fadiya Street, Ketu, Kosofe, Lagos, Nigeria.
- Phone: 08033814555
2. Adpharm Pharmaceutical Limited
- Address: 60 ,Ajao Road, Ogunlana Drive, Surulere, Lagos.
- Phone: 08074084334
Thanks for reading.... Any quations? Drop it as a comment bellow..
#Bless
Yeah, I know some of you here would say something like AT LAST, HE'S BACK , Yes oh, At last I'm dropping a writeup here since a long while.
I have been through alotta stress & all sort of traveling around all this while, But thank God i'm finally back to rehabilitate my blog.
I wrote a blog post here days back to apologise for the long break, But i still wanna say i'm sorry to all my good readers out there...And for those hatters writing some unreasonable comments about being a MODEL or whatever, Just take a chair and sit down, Its gonna be a awful year for you cause there's no giving up.
Today its gonna be on Some 6 must know lip stick tricks for every DOPE lady, To make your lips look sexy, you must know about some lipstick tricks. The way you apply your lipstick makes a huge difference on your entire makeup. Make your lips look bigger, brighter and voluptuous using these tricks…..
1. Choose according to skin tone:
Use dark lip colors to compliment the dark skin tone. Use light lip colors for light skin complexion. Colors like pale brown and pink are ideal for light skin. Use medium colors for olive skin complexion. Choose red color, only if it suits you well. Red color does not suit every skin tone, so choose wisely.
2. Use a lip-gloss:
Lip-gloss creates a cool effect for lip makeup. Use a lip-gloss on the lipstick to create a sexy shimmering effect. Or, use a transparent lip-gloss on the lips to get a natural effect.
3. Create a fuller lip effect:
Use two different shades in lip liners or lipstick to get great effect. Use a light lip liner on the upper edge of the lips, and dark lip liner on the lower edge. Do not make this look obvious, it should look simple and subtle. Then apply a dark colored lip color on the lips. And, finally apply a light colored lipstick on top. This method creates a fuller lip effect.
4. Use a brush:
After you apply lipstick on the lips, dab it with a brush. Use any brush for this purpose. Using a tissue on the lips can also give the same effect. The idea is to remove excess lipstick from the lips to get perfect result.
5. Use a loose powder or foundation:
This trick really works for lip makeup. Apply a loose powder or a foundation on the lips. Also, cover the lower and upper edge to give a perfect finish. This process helps to make the lipstick last long. It also gives an appearance of sexy and pouty lips.
6. Make your lips smooth:
It is important to make your lips smooth and repair the cracks. Use a lip balm or cream to fill in the cracks if any. Also, exfoliate your lips to make them smooth. Oatmeal and honey can be applied on the lips to make the lips soft and smooth. If your lips are dry, then use a hydrating lip balm.
I hope this helps! More is still to come...
Cheers!
When it comes to something you apply on your skin, you should be very care full. its much more sensitive as what you eat. You cant just start eating what is dangerous right? so you cant just start applying something untrustworthy on your beautiful skin...
Ive been thinking of sharing a list like this for long but ive not been chanced.....so today being weekend, im free...ive decided to share with you guys a few skin care products that have been verified to be safe by various health agencies....Read bellow:
1. NIVEA:
The NIVEA brand has enjoyed market success for over 100 years and is one of the world’s largest skin care brands today. It stands for closeness, trust, and effective skin care products for all skin types.
When NIVEA Creme was launched in 1911 it revolutionized skin care as one of the first stable oil-and-water-based cream in the world. Today, although the NIVEA family has grown considerably, it is no less innovative.
NIVEA offers a complete line of products specifically formulated to deliver moisture and hydration to the skin with vitamins, minerals and natural ingredients for touchably soft, smooth skin.
2. JERGENS:
The JERGENS moisturizing collection offers a range of products that transform skin for a noticeably improved look and feel.
Since 1901, JERGENS moisturizers have been dedicated to helping women of all ages achieve soft, smooth and sensuously gorgeous skin. Every moisturizer and body cleanser in our collection is designed to enhance how your skin looks and feels, to leave you total-body beautiful.
Each JERGENS product is specially formulated to smooth away dryness and bring out glowing, healthier-looking skin. From our classic Cherry-Almond scent to our innovations like JERGENS Natural Glow products, our moisturizers continue to go beyond the ordinary to help your skin look its best–so your unique beauty can radiate from the inside out.
3. VASELINE:
Vaseline total moisture lotion and cream with pure oat extract and Stratys-3™ Multi-layer Moisture is rapidly absorbed, infusing moisture through all 3 layers of the skin. The inclusion of oats, sometimes referred to as the “smart” moisturiser, is known to help in the skin’s cell renewal process, ensuring your skin tone is evened out. As a skincare ingredient, oats are said to diminish wrinkles, reverse sun damage and tighten sagging skin.
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly is 100% natural and purified three times. Vaseline Total Moisture Lotion restores dry skin for 3 weeks, clinically proven. Vaseline GermSafe keeps 99.9% of germs out, and moisture in!
Vaseline has created the MENface and MENbody ranges, designed specifically for men’s skin.
4. FOREVER:
When it comes to aloe vera skin care products the list is impressive, ranging from lotions, soaps , sunscreen, lip ice, masks, cosmetics and others. Aloe vera is well known for its skin benefits and its ability to make your skin moisturised , soft and smooth.
The products come enhanced with various Nutrients, vitamins and herbs to ensure that you are protected against skin damaging environmental factors.
5. DOVE:
Indulge in this deliciously enticing cream oil blend. A moisture-loaded mix with two of the most powerful ingredients—rich, hydrating shea butter cream and skin-nourishing oil—brings you the ultimate moisture from Dove.
This fast-absorbing body lotion leaves your skin extra soft, extra smooth and extra beautiful. Extraordinary moisture for extraordinary skin.
6. SHEA MOISTURE:
The foundation ingredient of SheaMoisture, unrefined Raw Shea Butter is rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids and known for its exceptional moisturizing and healing properties. First cultivated in western and central Africa, Raw Shea Butter is made by grinding, roasting, and kneading the majestic Shea tree's ripened fruit. Raw Shea Butter intensely hydrates and protects skin by acting as a natural moisture barrier.
Rich in the antioxidant vitamins e and a, raw shea butter helps to fight signs of premature aging caused by free radicals. A thick emollient, Raw Shea Butter soothes chapped skin and aids in reducing symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.
7. OLAY:
The Olay brand has expanded into a range of other products grouped in “boutiques” including Complete, Total Effects, Professional, Regenerist, Quench (North America), White Radiance (Asia) and Olay Vitamins (US). Olay is the market leader in many countries including the US, UK, and China.
Olay has extended its heritage as a moisturizer to stay looking young, to formally creating
the "anti-aging" category in mass stores with the launch of Total Effects in 1999. Active Hydrating Formula, generally the least expensive variety, bears the closest resemblance to the pink "Oil of Olay" marketed in the US before the P&G acquisition. The launch was almost double the typical price of a mass market moisturizer at the time. Today, there are numerous products on the market that are more expensive than Olay.
8. SPLASH SKIN CARE:
Splash cooperation was founded in the Philippines by two brothers, Dr. Rolando B. Hortaleza
Dr. Rosalinda A. Hortaleza in 1985. it was originally a food company but now tuned to one of asia's top cosmetic giants.
They are the manufacturers of EXTRACTS WHITENING HERBAL SOAPS & LOTIONS, SKIN WHITE SOAPS & LOTIONS, MAXI PEEL EXFOLIATING PRODUCTS & many more beauty line.
NOTE: This is a list compiled by me as a result of my experience & research. I am not been paid for this either. If you know any of these products above ain't trust worthy then you can freely express it with the comment box bellow..
HAPPY WEEKEND.
Its A new day readers, friends & family! I'm sincerely sorry for not being active here always, ive got other things doing so i have to come here once in a while...
Today its gonna be on The effect of bathing too much to your skin's health. But come to think of it, bathing is said to help Exfoliate the skin & also to remove dirt....So why should bathing for long & bathing too much be a bad thing to do??
I've been addicted to staying atleast 10 - 15 minutes in the bathroom ever since my childhood...people always say "I BATH LIKE A WOMAN"...LOL!!! So na only woman dey stay long for bathroom shey? AFRICANS THO...
To cut the long stories short, i came across an article in one of my favourite health blogs signifying that bathing for too long & bathing too often removes skins natural oil. It will interest you to know that without this oil your skin will look so dull & pale. Its gonna have no glow & can make you look old.
Of course there are almost 50 health dangers of bathing too much, but the concerns of this blog is mostly on skin care & beauty..
Not Only does Too much of showering wash away skin bio oils, it also wash away delicate skin fluid that protects skin against bacteria
But i personally cant stay without bathing twice daily, so what i did was to start using a moisturizing bathing soap....In Fact, the kind of soap we use are the major reason why bathing too often is unhygienic...
WHAT I'M I TRYING TO SAY??
Using a moisturizing bathing soap is the only solution to this problem. You also have to use a moisturizing lotion too after bathing. Nivea has one of the best moisturizing bathing soap tho...in fact, all nivea soaps are moisturizing..
Now as for moisturizing lotion, Nivea Extra Hydration Lotion is Dope! Others include: Vaseline Total Moisture cocoa glow, Jergens Moisturizing Lotion, Olay Ultra Healing Moisturizing Lotion & Lots more.
As for Skin Lighteners, You can use Your skin lightening soap in the mornings together with your moisturizing lotion...Then in the evenings, Use your moisturizing soap & your skin lightening lotion (NOTE: Skin lightening products tends to work much more in the nights than in the day here in africa)
But if you feel that the above is too expensive or just too confusing then it is better to stop bathing for more than 7 minutes...i really don't advice you to stop the twice a day bathing...Thats very essential.
Mehhn I just hope this brief advice was educating tho...
Drop your comments & thoughts...
SHALOM!!!!
As you can see, Theres No "Females Only" Tag On this one Because guys this days now put on heels...so this is a general guide for both males & females.
In world today, women are saddled with the burden of always wearing high heels to beat the trend, appear belonged and accepted socially without considering the pain and discomfort it brings to us. But does that in any way suggest that high heels are forbidden? No! High heels compliments our height, outfits and beauty.
However, this does not cancel out the fact that high heels have side effect which should not be ignored. The excess of anything is what brings sad news.
This article attempts to enlighten mostly women on the effect high heels has on our body.
The average woman gets foot pain after a mere hour in pumps. But high heels impact your body beyond just making you want to sit down.
Here’s how they affect different parts of your body—and why that’s something you might not want to stand for anymore.
Feet:
• normally, your feet act like spring-loaded, weight-distributing shock absorbers,
cushioning your skeleton from crazy amounts of pounding. Jam these engineering marvels into high heels and. . .ouch. You’ve shifted much of your mass onto the balls of your feet and your tiny, delicate toe bones.
• The higher the heel, the bigger the impact: One study found that four-inch stilettos can up the amount of pressure on the front of the foot by 30 percent or more.
• Your heel-to-toe transition becomes abrupt, forcing you to swap your natural stride for a staccato walk. Strutting like this all the time could usher in bone and nerve damage (not to mention blisters and ingrown toenails).
Ankles and Calves:
• Wearing heels forces your ankles to bend forward, a movement that could restrict circulation in your lower limbs. If you’re a perennial high-heel wearer, this could eventually spell spider veins.
• Walking in heels also stiffens your Achilles tendons, which anchor your calf muscles to your heels, causing your calves to bunch up. If you’ve had your tall pumps on all day, you might have trouble walking naturally when you first kick off your kicks. (You can work to offset this stiffness by flexing your feet—shoeless— several times throughout the day.)
• Over time, stiletto devotees can develop chronically taut (and shortened!) ankle and calf tendons, making walking—even in flats—painful.
Knees:
• Another pro shock absorber, the knee is the largest joint in your body. It’s built to take a licking, but frequent high-heel use can put extra stress on the inner sides of the knees, fast- tracking the wear and tear that leads to osteoarthritis.
Hips:
• To keep from keeling over in stacked shoes, you have to thrust your hips forward, arch your back, and push out your chest. That familiar sexy stance works the outer hip muscles and tendons hard (and not in a good way).
Back:
• In order to sashay around in heels, your spine needs to sway unnaturally, a process that stresses your lumbar erector spine muscle. Result: sore lower back.
• As with your other body parts, your back needs a break. If you wear high pumps one day, don cushioned flats the next. Or save your spikes for special nights out—and never walk around in them for longer than a few hours at a time.
Thanks for reading...do share with others.
The bootie or hourglass figure is something that most men prefer in a woman. It represents a strong symbol of feminine beauty as well as a healthy representation of good genes. Famous celebrities like Nikki Minaj, Kim Kardashian, and our own Toolz are among a few boasting one of these sexy curvaceous figures.
Due to all of the above, more and more women around the world are trying to achieve a sexier look by getting wider hips to sculpt out that hourglass figure they desire.
Now increasing your hip size is not the easiest muscle on your body to enhance. But it can be done, and it is definitely worth it.
Before indulging in this accentuated hips and butts calisthenics regimen, note that you must avoid cardio exercises and also cut out on caloric intake. Instead you should add extra 250 calories to your daily caloric intake.
So here are The 4 AMAZING EXERCISE THAT CAN MAKE YOUR BUMS & HIPS BIG:
1. STAIR CLIMBING:
- With a weighted backpack, walk up and down the stairs. Make sure that the back of your foot touches the surface completely.
- Choose your reps according to your fitness level
- If stair climbing is not an option, try stepping up on a stool or chair…Repeat several times
Combining together this super-charged quadruple booty blasting workouts 4 times per week with proper nutritional regimen will earn you an instant yet insidious result.
2. LUNGES:
- Keep your back straight and your shoulders back
- With one leg step forward and bend at a 90 degree angle. Be sure that you front knee is above your ankle, and you back knee should not touch the floor.
- Push back up and squeeze glutes
3. DONKEY KICK:
One exercise that can help contribute to make your hips wider and butt bigger is the donkey kick. For performing a donkey kick:
- Get on all fours with knees together.
- Keep the legs in the same position by lifting it back until your thigh comes parallel to the ground while your buttocks are squeezed.
- For a harder and more effective workout try to add ankle weights.
- Repeat this for 12 to 20 times.
- Then repeat this on the other leg.
- This equals to one Rep.
- Repeat it for two more reps.
4. SQUAT:
Do a few free squats as this helps in working out your hips, hamstring and thighs. For best results, it is better if you use dumbbells for adding extra resistance. Do these 10 to 12 repetitions with 3 to 4 sets. Incorporating the squat with the isometric ball squeeze can be excellent for the hips. Place the stability ball against the wall and stand in the back with your right side facing. Extend your right leg and put your outer side against the ball. You should then apply the force and hold for 30 seconds. Then do the exercise on the left side. Repeat it for 4 to 6 repetitions.
NOTE: In Addition to the above, Your nutrition should top up some more calories. Get calories from clean sources to avoiding gaining additional weight. Thus, it is best to take calories from the clean sources. Augmenting your hip size is not an excuse for eating non healthy foods. consume foods which are packed with nutrition such as veggies, lean meats, fruits, low fat dairy items and whole grains. Seeds and nuts can also be excellent for your o overall nutrition.
Thanks for reading, Seasons Greeting.
Hello Gents, Its been quite a while since i dropped a 'MALES ONLY' style tip here on my blog. So i promised my self last night that i'm gonna drop one today.
Fortunately, today's 'MALES ONLY' style tip is gonna be on the popularly known POLO SHIRT. Polo shirt is a very essential men's wardrobe commodity as we all know, I'm gonna be dropping 5 ways to rock a polo shirt right...
1. Sports Luxe:
The polo shirt has its history in sports so it will easily fit in a sport setting. Try teaming yours with a lightweight bomber jacket and tailored joggers for a slick streetwear-inspired ensemble, or wear it on its own with a simple pair of cropped black trousers and some fresh white leather or canvas trainers for a smart take on sports luxe.
2. High Summer:
Pair your polo shirt with tailored shorts to remain stylish during the hot season. The key here is to choose a polo shirt in a lighter hue and breathable fabric, to ensure you stay comfortable in the heat. If you are going for neutral shorts then you might want to consider choosing patterned or printed designs to add some life to an otherwise plain look.
3. All-White:
Teaming a white polo with white chinos (make sure it is fitted as a loose pair will kill the sleek look). Make sure the polo is cut slim through the body and does not boasts of logos. For footwear, you can still decide to something white or maybe brown for a bit of contrast. If all-white doesn’t work for your skin tone, try introducing lighter neutrals like beige and stone, or subtle pastels such as mint green and sky blue, which won’t have the same wash-out effect.
4. Dress It Up
Suits aren’t really your thing? Not to worry, the polo shirt is here to rescue the day. The polo shirt can be worn when the weather is too hot for a blazer. It is advisable you button your polo shirt to the top to avoid looking casual and you can combine it with neutral slim-fitting chinos in beige, navy or grey for a foolproof smart-casual look.
5. Shirt Replacement:
You can still keep your cool in hot weather while still remaining stylish. Switch your long sleeved shirt for a polo shirt works. A notch above a T-shirt and suit pairing but not as formal (and stuffy) as a suit and shirt, you can go two ways here: tuck your polo in and combine with a classic dress watch and leather Derbies/brogues for a sophisticated aesthetic, or stay cool and casual by leaving it untucked and completing the look with a pair of minimal trainers or suede loafers.
Do you wake up in the morning, take a shower, and throw on whatever is clean? If so, this article will help any man who questions his casual self. Steps
1. Know what the weather for the day is like! Common sense will tell you not to wear athletic shorts and a V-neck in the winter. Dressing according to the weather is priority one.
2. Once you have decided what will be best for the day, start with your shorts or jeans.
3. As a general rule, your standard pair of denim jeans goes with any color. Some prefer a light shirt or jacket to accompany the blue or black.
4. Shorts take a little more thinking. Cargo and khaki shorts tend to be more directed at uniform style and neutrality, while athletic shorts bring out the sporty, energetic side of oneself. Khakis always look sharp with a polo and white undershirt, and athletic shorts are meant for light T-shirts and solid colors.
5. If you decide on plaid shorts, don’t wear any other pattern! Plaids are meant to compliment the color of your shirt.
6. As for shoes, keep it neutral! A rugged pair of black, white, or grey sneakers compliment any outfit. I tend to wear a pair of Nike Sweets or Adidas Superstars with my outfit, both being neutral colored and very durable.
Nice up guys...Have a cool week!
Alotta people really do their lotion / cream application very wrong....i couldn't even picture this until i witnessed a friend of mine applying his cream...
I was like 'Hey, is that how you apply your lotion?' And he was like 'Mr. Too Know, How else is it done?' LOL...of course no one knows it all tho, i learnt this from my mum even before i knew the importance.
Our skin tends to absorb Our lotion or cream much more immediately after taking our bath....but Hey! that doesn't mean you've gotta dry out every water on your skin with a towel like you do to your car...
Remember water got alotta work to do when it comes to making your skin glow, you've successfully scrubbed & washed all the oils outta your skin as a result of regular exfoliation or just for perfect bath, now your pores are crying and begging for a lotion to moisturize the skin and all you did was to dry it up completely? My dear you just locked up your pores, you've blocked the entrance, so where do you want the lotion to pass now? how is it gonna work?
Even when it manages to absorb its only gonna be a 2/100...trust me!
So what I'm i trying to say???
stop drying your skin completely before applying your body lotion / cream...Am not saying you should leave it dropping wet tho, all am saying is you have to leave a little quantity of water on your skin and apply your lotion like that!
Why???
Water helps your skin alot! in fact, soaking your self in a tube or pool for long is a sure way to attain a radiant & glowing skin..
So when you take a shower you shouldn't just dry your self up like that, leave a bit of it and apply your lotion..
This helps to make your body lotion / cream last much more longer & also ensures that the lotion gets to touch every inche of you....drying your self up completely will only result to friction during cream / lotion application, as a result you will end up touching few areas. This is another reason why most people get a uneven skin tone..
Remember you're using a soap too, this soap will only work when its absorbed into your skin perfectly, So drying your skin up completely will only lead to an abortion of the process of absorbing the soap's molecules....this is why most soaps advice users to leave on skin for two minutes before rinsing off. They know some of us are fund of drying it up completely..
So Ladies & Gent, the perfect way to apply your cream is when your skin is still a bit wet...not too wet tho...just a bit! your cream will go in much faster accompanied with the water.
i just hope i impacted something to someone today....if you love this please share..
God bless!!!
Hello Guys, Am sowi for the little break here...i was experiencing technical problem with my blog! Please you guys should forgive me biko!
Most of my mails & messages on skin issues are always on the face....either its acne, pimples or rashes.
To me they ain't a need to use expensive facial products when they are better home made remedies which works perfectly....And moreover, such products might contain harmful chemicals...
Ive been helping people a lot with these 9 Facial remedies, So i decided to share here. Please read & share with others...
1. ICE CUBES:
Rubbing this on your face will reduce wide pores on your face, increase blood circulation and tighten your facial skin.
2. SHEA BUTTER:
Rub this most times at night or even in day time. Unrefined ones are better (forget the smell). Shea butter has a property that makes your face and skin youthful, soft and smooth.
3. FACIAL WIPES
Although this is not a home remedie...
Facial wipes contains vitamin E & Glycerin which can rejuvenate & make your face super smooth in no time. use atleast 5 wipes in a day. buy good products tho
4. LEMON JUICE & HONEY:
Apply this mixture to you skin to get a soft and flawless skin
5. OAT MEAL, SUGAR, MILK & HONEY:
You are thinking ‘oat’ yes! Your oat meals can do wonders on your face. A paste of these applied on you face will leave your face fresh. Prepare with warm water, make the paste sticky so it will stay on your face, leave for about 20 minutes before you rinse with warm water.
6. BANANA PEELS:
People just throw away banana peels after eating the banana unaware of the magic the peels can work on their skins. Rob the inner part (white part) of a banana peel on your face and neck, leave for about 20 minutes and rinse off with warm water, this will make your face glow.
7. ORANGE PEEL:
Don’t throw away the peels because when it is dried and grounded, it can be used as facial mask when mixed to paste to remove wrinkles, acne and other skin conditions.
8. SUGAR, SALT & OLIVE OIL:
These items can do wonders on you face. You could add milk and honey if you like. A paste of these on your skin will exfoliate your face and leave your face as smooth as a baby’s butt.
9. FACIAL MASSAGE:
Massage your face regularly by simply using your hand to message your forehead,chin and cheeks, this will increase blood circulation and help tighten your facial muscles.
NOTE: Make sure you are not allergic to any of the items you want to use. None of this has been tested on children or animals. Do not overdo it.
#Bless
