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It seems like everywhere you turn to these days, there is a skin bleaching or rather a ‘toning’ product. Though I am dark skinned, there are times when people I know have said “you’re getting darker, you should do something about it. Try to tone your skin. I know a soap/cream/oil that would do the trick” And I wonder why it matters if I get darker due to exposure to the sun.  I am after all an African. Africans have dark skin. It is one of our characteristics. Personally I feel people that bleach their skins have low self esteem. They aren’t comfortable in their own skins. They don’t love themselves the way they are. They feel they can’t be beautiful with dark skin. It is just skin!! It shouldn’t define who you are! What makes skin darker? Answer: Melanin. “Melanin is an effective absorber of light the pigment is able to dissipate over 99.9% of absorbed UV radiation. Because of this property, melanin is thought to p...

Alot of people often have the wrong idea about what makes a good pair of jeans, so shopping for them feels like a chore, instead of something fun. Its not all about spending money on a designer label or allowing some silly fashion rule dictate how you dress your body. Skinny jeans  are only for skinny people Skinny jeans are flattering on almost every body type especially curvy girls. It accentuates the natural shape of a woman's body and makes her look taller. There is a common misconception that if you are curvy,  you need flared or boot- cut jeans to balance your hips, but those cuts can actually make you shorter and heavier. Designer jeans have the best fit Designers love to say how amazing their products are in order to justify the high price of their products, but in reality, good fit is all about what looks good on your body not the label. You have to buy short jeans if you are short A decent tailor can hem any pair of jeans in a few  minutes or hours dependi...

I'm a huge fan of DIY and homemade formulas, so I decided to write this because I am badly in need of a cleanse. You know, with all the meat I consumed yesterday and all. Lol. Why have a cleanse? I don't know about you guys but I like to get my body ready for the upcoming clean eating by having a juice/smoothie cleanse. It helps to rid the body of toxins and impurities, its healthy, filling and packed with vitamins. You have absolutely nothing to lose and everything to gain :). Now, it's important to work with what you have. Don't go spending extra money just because you want to go on a cleanse. If you can afford to go all out, then go ahead. If not, work with what is readily available. The idea here is to get by with a lot of fruits. If you can do without eating food, great!!!. If not, take something light. Replace one or two meals with smoothies. They are refreshing and filling. All you need is a blender/food processor and you are good to go. Also, I don't ...

Do this once every 2 weeks for a month and then once a month for 3 months to remove or fade your acne scars and blemishes. Ingredients 1 cup of water 1/2  cup of oatmeal   2 drops of lemon juice   1 tablespoon of pure honey Steps   Mix water, oatmeal and lemon. Allow to cook for 3 minutes. This will help exfoliate your pores and cleanse your skin.    Remove from stove and give it time to cool, then mix in the tablespoon of honey.    Apply to face and let it sit for 20 - 30 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water, dry face with towel and apply moisturizer.     

I mean baking soda not baking powder. It is cheap, effective and easy to use.   *Baking soda can be used as an instant remedy for constipation, heartburn and indigestion. Just add a teaspoon full to a glass of water and drink.   *It neutralizes gassy beans and improves digestion too. Just sprinkle a teaspoon of soda in water  when you wash your beans.   *Helps remove strong odour like garlic and onions. Simply mix with water and rub on hands. Thank me later.                                             

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Came across this piece my cousin wrote, very interesting writeup. Feel free to share your thoughts by commenting. XoXo            I don’t know if it’s just me or have you noticed that a lot of people are getting engaged daily? And with the new marriage craze, everyone wants to get married and have a magnificent wedding with plenty guests, a celebrity to perform, a magnificent cake, a make up artist, a dream honeymoon and glamorous pictures so they can tag bella naija on instagram but what I haven’t heard most people talk about is the marriage itself. A lot of people go into marriage with the notion that things will remain the same forever and that, in my opinion is why lots of marriages crash these days. People work on weddings and not the actual marriage. I am no expert. I’m very young in fact but I would like to think that I am a bit wise for my age. I have seen girls come out of school straight into their...

Nothing beats a good night sleep. People are begining to understand the importance of sleep to overall health and wellness. Infact people who sleep less are at risk of developing diseases. To be healthy, everyone needs adequate sleep, regular exercise and a sensible diet. People no longer sleep as much as they used to. With social media, people now use their bedtime to surf the internet, depriving themselves of quality  sleep which in turn affects physical and mental health. Lack of sleep contributes to illnesses such as obesity, heart disease, impaired immunity, memory lapses, mood problems, trouble learning and paying attention,  etc. It is best to remove things that distract you from sleeping from your bed, eg phones, laptops and books. Television should be restricted to the sitting room. We all need 6 to 9 hours of sleep to be and feel our best. Excess weight can cause sleep disorders such as apnea. Chronic sleep deprivation may also cause weight gain. Get regular ex...

The oily skin in my opinion is awesome but that totally depends on how you care for it. The benefits of oily skin are endless including younger looking skin and less wrinkles. So stop complaining and start loving your skin. The mud or clay mask is suitable for all skin types but best for oily skin. It draws excess oil and impurities from the skin. Also a remedy for large pores. Clay can be found  in local markets.                   Things you'll need: Clay Water A bowl Spatula Mint leaves (optional)        Mix clay with water until you achieve a smooth paste.           Chop leaves, squeeze out water and add to  mixture           Apply on face and neck avoiding eye and mouth areas           Leave for 20 minutes  ...

Please ladies and gents never step out in a sleeveless without shaving your armpits. As far as I know, it is a major fashion faux pas and can be digusting. Apart from the fact that it doesn't please the eyes, hairy armpits cause body odour. Alot of guys like to argue this fact probably because no one has ever told them that they smell. Stale sweat stinks and hair traps smell. A deodorant is a necessity if you don't want to stink. Investing in a good bottle of perfume isn't a bad idea. With christmas coming, you don't have to be afraid to dole out hugs. People that smell good recieve more hugs! LOL If u do not use deodorant everyday after your shower, then this post is for you.

Everyone wants to be something in life, either recognized for our natural talents or skills we hope to make some sort of a difference in the world. We all have dreams we hope to reach but that doesn’t mean we should find a shortcut to them. To make your accomplishments feel more satisfying, you shouldn’t rush it. You don’t need luck or a miracle to be successful. All you have to do first is to look up from your phone and check out the 5 good habits you need to get there! 1. Be healthy Did you know that happy people tend to be more attractive in general? Keeping your body fit and eating healthy are good steps towards a new and improved you. By simply having regular breakfast, you can always start the day off right. When you feel better inside, it will automatically show on the outside. This will then also help you gain a more positive outlook on life which encourages others to be the same as well. Who wouldn’t want to work with you now? The...