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Heavy legs have many causes (such as cellulite and bad circulation) and can often make life difficult. Here are a few easy-to-make, low-cost home remedies to ease them. Herbal tea To beat heavy legs, you need to drink a lot (at least 1.5 to 2 litres per day of water or herbal … Read more
Essential oils are powerful concentrates of herbal energy, true essences of well being. They are good for the heart because of their beneficial scent, good for the body and the skin, but they need to be used carefully. Here’s our guide to using them. What are essential oils? Essential oils are … Read more
Homemade dandruff remedies are much better for your hair and scalp than the chemicals that are found in dandruff shampoos. This is a two-punch system. First, you use flax-seed oil, then you follow with apple cider vinegar which is great at fighting yeast and bacteria. I love the addition of the sugar to … Read more
This mask, based on roses, is perfect for balancing out the oily and dry areas of your skin. Ingredients: Optional: 6 fresh rose petals 2 tbsps rosewater 1 tbsp natural yogurt, room temperature (not lowfat or non-fat) 1 tbsp runny honey (to get honey runny, you can warm it in … Read more
Dry, cracked feet are never sexy. While this tends to be a summer hazard, it can happen all year-round. If you can’t afford a pedicure, get rid of dry heel syndrome with this 5-step process I cobbled together and use myself from time-to-time. You can skip parts of this process if you … Read more
To get beautiful skin, you’re spoil for choice in terms of products. But if you want something other than manufactured cosmetics, natural home remedies can work wonders for your complexion. Here are a few of our favorite granny remedies. Dry skin Use rosebay willow herb to remove make-up Throw a bunch … Read more
For a radiant, glamorous effect, evening make-up should be deep and sophisticated. Subdued lighting allows you to play with colors and materials to create a chic, sublime look. Occasions If you’re wearing a stunning evening dress, complement it with sophisticated make-up. And for nights out clubbing or evenings at friends’ houses, add some colour to … Read more
Blush is beautiful & a makeup must have. Here are some unique uses of it. 1. Eye Shadow I actually use this one all of the time! Did you know that one of the uses for blush can actually revolve around using it as an eye shadow Blush has been known to … Read more
Cleanse and mositurize your dehydtared and dry Skin with homemade masks is no longer difficult. Try this citrus mask for wonders. Ingredients: ½ Ripe Organic Avocado 3 Chunks Fresh Pineapple ¼ Organic Lime 1 TBS Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 TBS Honey (Local, if available) To Cleanse Before Mask: approximately ½ … Read more
? All natural homemade recipe for your rough, dry hairs. Properties: Hydrating, repairing & strengthening; boost shine and softness to dull hair. Suitable for: Dry scalp and dry hair. Frequency: Can be used weekly. SERVES: 1 (for long hair); half the recipe for short hair PREP: 10 mins An all-natural DIY hair … Read more