Must haves for every girl

 

Every girl has a dirty little secret to looking pretty. Being pretty has a price to pay.. by purchasing these must haves!

 It doesn't matter which brand it is, as long as it satisfies you!

Moisturizer

Every female in this planet is compelled to preserve their youthful looks.  Moisturizers  are exactly  the answer to our prayers.  Good bye dry skin!

Sunscreen

Ever wonder why Asians look younger than their age? Well, that's because some of them never leave the house without sunscreen with higher SPFs and As you all know, the sun's harmful rays seriously damages our skin. 

Lip balm 

To get those kissable lips, soft lips are a must! and hence, Lip balm, just like moisturizers  do the dirty trick.

Pressed Powder and Foundation

We have blemishes and scar we want to conceal for that picture perfect photoshoot or just when having that first date or friend's night out.. whatever it is, these 2 tools save us from trouble.. hihihi...

Lip stick

Without lipstick,girls would look like a.) Zombies from the Walking Dead b.) a Dehydrated patient who escaped from the hospital ... kidding seriously, the gist is, lip stick has been the one cosmetic staple that most women have relied on.

 Of course, these are just basic essentials.. as you all know, it depends on your lifestyle too. If you're the party animal, then you opt to have lots of make up and eyeliners.

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Quick Fix

Dear butterflies in my tummy, please go away. thanks. 

Some minor problems occur when there is no doctor at sight! Here are just a few tips we would like to share with you.

Butterflies in stomach --- the familiar sensation attributed to stress, fear and exhaustion.

Place a hot water bag on your tummy to warm you. If this does not work, try drinking milk or ginger tea. yep, sure works!

Hangover - Alcohol isn't the answer if you wish to build up your courage. ok, we were too late to tell you. anyway,  clear the alcohol by drinking full glasses of water.

Next time you feel like grabbing that alcohol. dude, why not read self help books instead?

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Product review: Garnier eye roll

Dark eye bags a.k.a. panda eyes are every girl’s worst nightmare. Since we’ve all got hectic schedules forcing us to sleep late, we just wished there was a solution to prevent ourselves from looking like the zombies from the Walking dead.

Then poof! Garnier has released the Garnier eye brightening roll on which promises to lighten our panda eyes. 

Your correspondent, Annunaki san was desperate to try the product in hope to rectify her haggard look.

How I see myself in the morning

The product claims that it can lighten eye bags  and reduce its puffiness with the aid of caffeine.

The product is unscented and and when applied for the first time, the fluid immediately sticks to the eyebags giving you that "sticky" feeling.

After using the product mentioned above for weeks, seriously, THERE WAS NO CHANGE AT ALL.

Eyebags were still dark as usual despite me sleeping early and taking beauty naps. The product was a total sham for me.  

Right now, I just apply moisturizer to my dark eye bags after all, it’s much more effective since they're just dehydrated.

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A Thought Women Should Know - 'Loose Killer Heels'

THESE DAYS as you walk down the street, and wherever you are, a number of women are fond of wearing high heeled stilettos, high heeled boots and even high heeled wedges and sneakers.The reason? They wanted to feel and look sexy, others, they simply wanted to add some height.

In Korea,  Winter is just around the corner and everyone is wearing heavy clothes. However, women who care about fashion will hardly give up on clothes that reveal their “great body shape.” That is why killer-heeled boots sell like hot cakes every winter. With winter almost here, shoe companies are now introducing their new line to attract consumers.

These boots, however, are the archenemy of joints. As women are well aware of how dangerous it is to fall down in high-heeled boots, they walk with great effort, making their muscles get stressed and worn out. If you wear high-heeled shoes for too long, you not only strain your joints and spine but also deform your feet.

When we walk on high heels, over 90 percent of our weight is put on the top of the foot and the big toes, which can in turn cause “hallux valgus” with the big toe bent inwards. When your big toe is bent at the angle of more than 20 degrees, you are diagnosed with hallux valgus. If you wear shoes with crooked toes, it may cause inflammation to the toes, leading to pain when you wear them.

You should also be careful of “ankle sprain.” Ankle sprain refers to a joint problem caused by either stretching or tearing a ligament. As your ankles are overly strained when in high-heeled shoes, ankles are stressed much more when you lose your footing. As you repeat such experience, the cartilage of the ankle is damaged, which might develop into “ankle arthritis.”

In addition, high-heeled shoes impose strain on your knees, weakening the cartilage and causing “chondromalacia.” The cartilage, or the soft bone surrounding the knee joint, diminishes the friction coming from bending and stretching of the knee and supports the joint. However, if the cartilage is continuously under pressure, it becomes softer, discolored, and eventually erodes until it is gone. As women have weaker thigh muscles and smaller knee joints than men, women are exposed to bigger shocks when they walk. The shock gets concentrated inside the knee joints and the high-heeled shoes do nothing but worsen it.

Keum Sa-hyang, famous for not only her song “Miss Hong Kong” but also for being the first Korean singer to wear high-heeled shoes, had to get artificial knee joints at the Wellton Bone and Joint Hospital in 2010. The 85-year-old Keum was a big fan of high-heeled shoes since she was young and wore them for every performance. In the end, she was diagnosed with degenerative arthritis when she was in her 40s. Her symptom was so serious that she could not walk without a cane and she would need someone else to actually carry her on their back if she had to move long distances. The case of Keum is a good example of how bad high-heeled shoes are for joints.

In restaurants, I sometimes see women trying to get out of their long boots. Such boots covering the calves pressure the legs. Particularly, “thigh-high boots” that cover the thighs and the “span boots” that tightly cover the legs interrupt the blood circulation, eventually causing “varicose veins.” When you have varicose veins, you see your venous capillaries appearing curvy and uneven on the surface of the skin.

How about wearing ugg-style boots? Women enjoy wearing them because they believe their feet get relaxed and warm in the boots. However, if the sponge on the bottom of the boots is either too soft or hard, it might cause “plantar fasciitis” when you wear the boots too long. There are fasciae in your feet and they absorb shocks the soles of the feet. You get plantar fasciitis when you use these fasciae excessively.

If you want to wear boots, I recommend wearing them for no longer than five to six hours a day. When buying boots, choose ones that give at least one to three centimeters of slack around the calves so that your ankles can move comfortably. When you get home, massage the feet with cold and hot water to relieve foot fatigue as fast as possible. This way, you will prevent pain beforehand. When you are in bed, place your feet higher than the heart for better blood circulation and relaxing of the joint.

Shoes complete fashion, and they are means for women to express their personality. However, I am sure that they would not want to ruin their health. I would like to suggest to them to have second thoughts about high-heeled shoes. Joints easily get hurt and it definitely takes a longer time to recover once the damage is done.

The weather has turned cold but staying home all day long would weaken your joints, thereby increasing the risk of injuries. Do moderate indoor exercises or jogging. However, don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes for your own sake.

Credits:

By Song Sang-ho
President of Wellton Bone & Joint Hospital

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Product Review: Vaseline Aloe Fresh Hydrating Lotion

Since we love products that contain Aloe Vera, which is said to moisturize dry skin, we decided to try this out!

 

 Testing the product on the skin.

 

 

Unlike some lotions in the market that are concentrated, Vaseline Aloe Fresh Hydrating Lotion comes in a white liquid form.

The lotion does soak well into the skin on immediate application.

the fragrance is  also a plus factor.  the fragrance still lingers after applying it on your skin.

In addition, the lotion is budget friendly and there are refills sold in  both sachets and packs.

As we mentioned earlier, this type of lotion is suited for people who desire that “ light, liquid” form. If you prefer, concentrated lotions, We’re sorry but this product isn’t suited for you.   :’(

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PEANUT BUTTER-IT DOES YOU GOOD.HERE'S WHY

I know we all watch what we eat since "we are what we eat".  Peanut butter is creamy and delicious and can be used in everything from savory dishes to decadent desserts, but did you know that there are many health benefits of peanut butter when it comes to improving your health?

I woke up in the morning finding my uncle making a sandwhich for my little cousin. Intrigue, because I am aware it's peanut butter but there wasn't any label, I started interrogating my uncle about the source of the peanut butter, where he bought it and others. He smiled and said he woke up very early in the morning just to shop for the ingredients and make a jar full of home made peanut butter.

Since it was home made, and since my uncle is well-known for such delicious and mouth-watering dishes, I decided to give my mouth a try by tasing his so-called 'home made peanut butter'. It wasn't 5 seconds when I realize it was just so good! to be more precise, it was absolutely perfect! His peanut butter wasn't that too oily, doesn't taste to milky, except it gives that dark brown color with a creamy taste! All he used was olive oil, brown cooked peanuts (the Philippine made peanuts of course) and the peanut crusher and mixer (where to mix everything until it forms a peanut butter), and lastly, a jar where to place the peanut butter LOL.

By that moment, I realize that the love that I have for this doubtful yet innocent looking tasty PEANUT BUTTER grew as long as I know how to watch and maintain my daily consumption of it.

now then, let's proceed to what peanut butter can give you aside from (the part where it scares us the most) its cholesterol calorie counts, and fats.

The peanut butter (I'm referring to the home made ones) can give you the following benefits:
Note that peanut butter have a lot of benefits it can give you if it was WELL DONE. Remember, those peanut butters at the grocery stores you see with prestigious names of food companies, are still considered processed foods and, since you don't know what they add into that peanut butter, you might want to double check on the details. Still, home made peanut butter is safe especially when olive oil is used.

In order to get the most benefit, some people may want to consider making their own peanut butter at home, taking care to use the skins in the recipe as well. Peanut oil can be added to help make the consistency creamy. This will also provide a boost in the nutritional value.


Here are the 8 following benefits:

1.  WEIGHT LOSS - If you're looking for a way to loose weight, the peanut butter can serve as a good weight loss food source. why? it's because of the amount of fiber found in each serving. The fiber is helpful in maintaining a health colon and also contributes to helping the body regulate blood glucose levels as well as fight bad cholesterol. Fiber can also help minimize the chances of developing colorectal cancer. In order to boost these benefits of peanut butter slightly, it is a good idea to go with one of the organic or natural brands.

Since it's packed with fiber, it is also pack with protein. These 2 important nutrients helps you to fill up quicker and stay full longer. Because you are staying full for longer periods of time you won’t be eating as much, helping you in your effort to lose weight.

Suggestion shows that incorporating 4-6 tablespoons of peanut butter into a low calorie diet, along with regular exercise can help boost and maintain weight loss results. Even though peanut butter has a reputation for being a lunchbox sandwich filler, adding it to a balanced eating plan may go a long way in helping you reach your weight loss goals.


2.  SAFE FATS - Yes, peanut butter have safe fats, and the fats I am partaining to here is the MONOUNSATURATED Fat (and nothing else). This type of fat is considered one of the better types of fat. This type of fat gives you the energy pick-me-up that you are looking for. 

The fat content has led to the perception that peanut butter is not a viable option. The truth is that the fat is many brands is monounsaturated. This means it is gentler on the body and may in fact help with keeping bad cholesterol at bay. While it is still a good idea to enjoy peanut butter in moderation, there is no real reason to avoid it due to the amount of fat in the product.


3. VITAMINS and MINERALS 
Peanut butter also contains fiber, protein, and a number of vitamins and minerals.

a. Contains the following Vitamins:
Protein - Protein is necessary to build muscle and keep the body strong. The presence of protein in peanut butter makes it a good choice for a quick snack.
Vitamin B6 - An immune boosting vitamin
Vitamin E - a powerful anti-oxidant
Niacin (Vitamin B3) - an Antioxidant effect, controls blood sugar,decrease cholesterol levels
Detoxifies, produces adrenal hormones, hydrochloric acid in the stomach and sex hormones.

Tryptophan - an amino acid required by the human body to process proteins. Due to the fact that the body does not naturally produce this nutrient, humans need to acquire it from food sources (like from the peanut butter) or tryptophan supplements. The health benefits of tryptophan appear to be numerous a it can treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), aid in smoking cessation, and help regulate a person’s sleep cycle and moods.

b. Contains The following Minerals:
Calcium - for strong bones
Copper - acts as an effective antioxidant. It works to remove free radicals and is useful in preventing cell damage.
Iron - prevents you from being anemic at times
Magnesium - a mineral that help build strong bones
Manganese - a powerful antioxidant that searches the free radicals in human body and manages to neutralize these damaging particles and prevent any potential danger they may cause. The body may contain at the most 20 mg of manganese concentrated in our kidneys, pancreas, liver and most importantly in our bones. Manganese is very important for normal functioning of the brain and nerve areas of our body.
Potassium - a muscle friendly mineral

These healthy nutrients can help your body function better as well as help to lower the risks for diseases and illnesses such as diabetes and other chronic health conditions.


4. ENERGY BOOSTER
Since peanut butter is Full of Protein and Fiber that Gives You Energy, another of the benefits of peanut butter is that it is highly effective in providing long lasting energy for the body. Eating a serving of peanut butter before intense exercises can help you to stay full during the workout and help you to retain the energy you need to complete the entire workout.

5. Contains Anti-bacteria 
One of the benefits of peanut butter that many people are unaware of is the presence of resveratrol; this agent has anti-microbial properties that help the body to effectively deal with bacteria and various types of fungi; because peanut butter contains high amounts of resveratrol, it can contribute to health benefits such as reducing inflammation, anti aging and heart benefits.

6. Blood Sugar Control
The protein and fiber in peanut butter are both beneficial for blood sugar control. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, or you are at risk of diabetes, including peanut butter in your diet may be beneficial because it will stabilize your blood sugar levels.

7. Anti-Aging
Peanut butter contains resveratrol , an antioxidant that has been linked with lower levels of heart disease and cancer. Some studies suggest that resveratrol may reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

8. Sickness Prevention
a. Prevents Cancer
The antioxidants and fiber in peanut butter help to reduce the risk of cancer. Antioxidants are effective because they clean up free radical activity within the body and fiber will reduce the risk of colon cancer because it keeps waste moving efficiently through the intestines.

b. Prevents Gallstones and Alzheimer's
Eating one peanut butter sandwhich a week can have a 25% reduction in the risk of developing gallstones.

In addition, according to the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, peanuts contain niacin, and when consumed on a regular basis, can provide some protection against the incidence of Alzheimer's.


Since peanut butter contains many beneficial nutrients, it has a place in a healthy diet for the majority of people. Although it contains high amounts of fats, the benefits of the nutrients contained in peanut butter seem to offset the additional calories. Having a minimum consumption thus following your diet (recommended by your physician) can help you stay healthy and fit!

SO, what're you waiting for? GRAB A PEANUT BUTTER NOW! 

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Product Review: Garnier's Gentle Clarifying Foam.

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Your correspondent, Annunaki san purchased Garnier's Gentle Clarifying Foam.

The product contains pure lemon essence and it's justified by the lemon-like smell. However, when you massage it on your wet face,  the product just stays on the surface of your skin. You can't even tell if the skin is absorbing it or not.

Some sample of the product on the skin.

 




I've been using the product for almost 3 weeks and it is  worthy to note that using the product everyday made me  have breakouts and the multiplication of blackheads  and whiteheads. eew~

and they claim that it's designed for Asian skin?

Overall, I don't recommend this product.

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