This is a really nourishing mask for combination, oily or normal skin. I always keep an aloe plant in the house for burns. As you probably already know, I’m extremely accident prone. If you have a plant just split one of the leaves and scrape out some juice. Otherwise you can pick up a bottle of the pure stuff from your local heath shop.
All you need:
- 1 tablespoon Green Algae Powder
- Pure Aloe Vera Juice
Both are available from you local health shop and aren’t expensive. Mix the algae with enough aloe juice to make a paste. Leave it to stand for a minute, this gives it time to thicken up. Spread it on clean skin and relax for half an hour. Rinse off with warm water. Use a muslin cloth if you want to exfoliate a little while you’re at it.
This makes enough for one treatment. Use it while it’s fresh.
Give it a go and let me know how you get on :)
Amy x
- Posted 09/03/2010 in
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If you’re like me and you freak out at the thought of wearing two patterns together this might be useful to you. Generally I wear a neutral item of clothing with a print rather than two prints, the later scares the bejeepers out of me. But this is so boring for me.
Since it’s Spring and I’m a huge fan of colour (there is only one black item in my closet) I decided to experiment with mixing patterns since I enjoy a quirkier style.
I started a little bit of research and then I came across this tip which will totally help me get dressed this season!
- Neutrals like black, tan, gray, brown etc can be combined together in any shade.
- Neutrals can be mixed with any color or pattern
- A neutral item with a gentle print, like pinstripe, can be treated in the same way a plain neutral can
- Patterns can be mixed together if the same colors are present within the color palette and once the prints don’t match (a tad too Grannyish)
I don’t like rules but I like to incorporate tips like these into my own style. Mixing prints isn’t everyones cup of tea but it is fun! The picture above is what I came up with, mixing tops with skirts.
Fun! I will post some pictures of what I come up with from my own closet.
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I have been asked eyebrows and hair colour change quite a bit.
Generally eyebrows should be a shade or two darker than your hair. I am a natural blonde but even when I was blonde I tinted my eyebrows very lightly as they are almost white. Not a good look! Now that I am red the same tint works fine.
If you are going blonde from a darker shade, brown eyebrows could work just fine. Bear in mind that your brows shouldn’t over (more…)
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This is my first photograph of my new hair. It’s SO bright! Very Irish picture though don’t you think! Red hair, blue eyes, good aul’ Irish rocks and grass :)
And the whole outfit…
1.River Island 2. Mango 3. Pull and Bear 4. Kathy Van Zeeland 5. A-Wear 6. River Island 7.Claire’s Accessories. Skinny jeans are from Urban Outfitters.
I loved this bag as soon as I laid eyes on it. It’s by Kathy Van Zeeland, I picked it up in Chicago. I like to wear it messenger style for casual days like this.
Cardi is from Mango. I never liked it until now, the gruaig change has made this cardigan look better.
I love this scarf. It goes with so many things. To be honest I’m not overly concerned with whether stuff goes or not. I like a good clash sometimes.
The wooden bangle is from Penneys, I throw it on most days with other bracelets and bangles. The gold cuff is from River Island.
It was freezing today so a hat was necessary. This cute wool bear hat is so warm. I bought it is River island a few weeks ago.
What did you wear today?
- Posted 08/03/2010 in
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I hate to admit it but I watch the Oscars for the dresses. I’m all about a good gúna!
There were load of gorgeous dresses but my favourite was Sandra Bullock. Her dress was exquisite. Love the hair, love the lipstick, love everything! I love vintage handmade lace. It’s so delicate and elegant.
I wonder would she lend it to me. It’s be worth the weird stares at Tesco!
Who was your Oscar night favourite?
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When you’re short of time, whether you’re late for work or a busy mum, here are some time saving tips when you’re in need of some war paint.
- Choose a tinted moisturiser instead of a foundation. That way you don’t have to worry about blending
- Ensure your tinted moisturiser that has an SPF to by-pass the sun cream stage
- If you have oily skin you could opt for a powder foundation that you can buff in quickly instead if using a liquid and a setting powder. (more…)
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