Friday, July 27

Name Day


Last week was my name day.
Do you celebrate your name in your country?
I'm from Slovakia and we celebrate not only our birthday, but our name day too.
In Slovakia name days are widely celebrated and you can also find the name day in the header of daily newspapers.
Yes, two celebrations, how great is that?

So last week my boyfriend suprised me with a name day dinner and of course a little present as he called it, which to me wasn't little at all. I love wearing dresses and as my present I got this beautiful dress. Summer is here and it is the perfect time to wear cute, summery clothes.

Hope you love it as much as I do.  :-)

''Love''
 Dusana


As the most romantic and hottest season, summer brings many surprises to all woman every year. White dresses are one of summer's best looks and top on our must-buy list.
 






''Just around the corner in every woman's mind - is a lovely dress, a wonderful suit, or entire costume which will make an enchanting new creature of her.'' 
~Wilhela Cushman~


''I love being able to wear dresses and clothes that make me feel feminine and beautiful, and I love the fact that I don't have to all the time; I can wear a tank and jeans.''
~Portia de Rossi~




Monday, July 23

Home remedies for eye wrinkles


What is the best treatment option for getting rid of wrinkles under eyes?
While wrinkles are a natural part of aging and everyone will eventually developed them, there are ways to slow them down and help smooth those which have already formed.

Why spend money on expensive creams when you can do it yourself easily at home with the help of home remedies. It's good to know that nothing is lost and there is a way how to get rid of wrinkles natural way.




Home remedies:
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Water
Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water every day. Water helps flush out toxins and waste products from the body, and also moisturizes your skin from the inside, making it more youthful looking.

Cucumber
Cucumber is great for your skin and will leave you with a super fresh and radiant feeling. Cut cold cucumbers into thick slices. Find a place to relax with a slice over each eye for about ten minutes, or until the cucumber becomes warm.

Grapes
Grapes contain fruit acids that can help to tighten the skin. Cut a cold grape in half, gently rub area under and around the eye. Grape will help reduce the wrinkles and the cold temperature will reduce the appearance of puffiness. Leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse away.

Pineapple
Pineapple juice is useful in giving you wrinkle free skin. Rub pineapple juice under the eyes and let it stay for about 15 minutes. Wash it off gently.


Avocados
Applying mashed avocado decreases the appearances of fine lines around the eyes and under eye wrinkles. The natural oils in the avocado will moisturize and nourish your skin, and your skin will look beautiful and more attractive.
Avocados are an excellent and effective remedy for reducing eye wrinkles.

Coconut Oil
Coconut oil works wonders for wrinkles and wrinkle prevention. Massaging coconut oil under the eye, will help. After using coconut oil for a week, you will begin to see results. 

Don't stress
Avoid and prevent your body from even the slightest of stress as this affects your skin. This makes the signs of aging visible in your skin. Find ways to deal with your stress and worries. Take up yoga or Pilates to help keep you de-stressed. Worrying about life, work, family and all that adds years to your face.

Wear sunglasses
Too much sun can increase the number of wrinkles under your eyes. It is a known fact that sunlight is a cause of premature aging. Overexposure to the sun damages your skin and speeds up aging like nothing else. Always make sure you are wearing sunglasses.
 

And of course always remove makeup before going to bed and moisturize your skin.

''Love''
 Dusana




''The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.''
~Audrey Hepburn~


''The eyes are the jewels of the body.''
~Henry David Thoreau~






Thursday, July 19

Batiste Dry Shampoo

When I lived in London, one night I met my friend for dinner. It was our think to meet once in a while over a meal and chat for a bit ( 4-5 hours). Whenever we meet, we talk for hours discussing our favorite movies, celebrity gossips, diets, clothes, etc.
That night I couldn't not notice her hair. They looked more volume, shiny and beautiful.
''Have you change you hair colour again?'' I asked.
''No'' she smilled.  ''Actually, I need to wash them,'' she continued.
''What are you talking about, they look lovely.''
''Thank you, it is because I used Batiste Dry Shampoo,'' she replied.

That night I learned about dry shampoo and it's magical powers. Batiste Dry Shampoo refreshes hair between washes without using water. It’s is perfect for on-the-go consumers who want instant fixes and you can pick from a variety of refreshing scents.

After few weeks I met my friend again, as soon as we sit and got our drinks she told me.
''I have a little present for you.''
And yes, it was my first bottle of Batiste shampoo.

Since then I've tried few dry shampoos out there...from expensive to inexpensive, but so far Batiste is the best.
Now, whenever Sveta comes to visit me to Paris, she always make sure she has for me in her suitcase at least 2-3 bottles of dry shampoo and of course gossip magazines, just to keep me on track what is going on in London.
Sveti, thank you so much for being a friend to me in so many meaningful ways and for putting so much thought and care into our friendship.

Description
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Batiste Dry Shampoo is the quick and convenient way to get soft, clean and fresh smelling hair, without water. Batiste offers an instant fix by revitalizing greasy, dull and lifeless hair. Batiste thickens thin fly-away hair and adds texture and body for that easy style solution. 
Simply spray it on and comb it out. 

Directions
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Shake can vigorously, spray evenly over hair, massage into scalp with fingertips, let sit a few moments and brush out preferably using a natural bristle brush.

 


Me and my friend Sveta on a night out wearing our secret weapon, Batiste dry shampoo  :-)


Dry shampoo is a lifesaver and your secret weapon for healthy summer hair.  
You can spend less by making your blow-dry last an extra day. Spray dry shampoo on to your roots, then leave it for a minute and brush well with a bristle brush.
You can never go wrong with a can of Batiste and the good news is, that it comes in a bunch of scents. Last time I got the Tropical one, after using it my hair smelled like coconuts. :-)

''Love''
 Dusana




Saturday, July 14

Pineapple Exotic Treat


One of the greatest investments which we can make is to invest in our health, for there is no other investment like it.

Pineapple is definitely one of my favorite fruits and I have to say I'm a huge fan of ananas for many reasons. I love the taste of pineapple on just about everything, can't get enough of it.
Thanks to my boyfriend we have a slices of fresh pineapple in our fridge quite often. Whenever he sees ananas he buys it, cut it and put it in the box for me, so I can eat it at any time I want. It's not only taste great, but also have a slimming effect, which is very good since summer is here.

Does pineapple really help you loose weight???
Yes, it's true.
Sounds strange? 

Pineapple is rich in water and fibre, two ingredients that are most important for losing weight. The combination of fibre and water takes away the hunger, which leaves you with a feeling of being full. Another thing that contributes to weight loss by using pineapple is the fact that ananas is a low calorie food. So drinking fresh pineapple juice and eating it regularly, may also help with weight loss. 
Pineapple is more than a delicious tropical treat.


THE BENEFITS OF PINEAPPLE

 

- Has natural digestive enzymes

- Fresh pineapple provides bromelain
- Vitamin C 
- Helping build healthy bones
- Good source of fibre and calcium 
- Natural anti-oxidants help build up your body's immune system 
- Helping with a cough or cold
- Soothing a sore throat
- High in potassium
- Works as an anti-inflammatory agent

 

So if you are searching for a natural way to loose weight and promote overall good health, pineapples are the way to go. Choose the fresh fruit, because it has the most healing properties. 

Healthy eating is not just about maintaining a healthy weight, it affects your total state of well-being. Improving your health through diet and exercise can be done one step at a time, one meal at a time.  Don’t try to be perfect, just keep doing your best. 
''Love''
 Dusana


Once you taste a pineapple, you'll never go for any other fruit.    :-)



The best and most efficient pharmacy is within your own system.
~Robert C. Peale~


This is the post from my other blog  http://dusana-attracthappiness.blogspot.com where the main theme is positive thinking, the law of attraction, affirmations and positive quotes.
Feel free to visit my blog, you might come across something you like.
 

 

 



Tuesday, July 10

How to wear perfume


Wearing perfume gives you pleasure, not only because it smells nice, but also because it gives you confidence and it makes you feel sexy.
The perfume you use may be more appreciated when you know where to apply it and applying it correctly is just as important as picking the right scent.
I love wearing perfume, but nowadays with so many new fragrances released it's impossible for me to chose only one. But I believe it's good to change fragrance from time to time.

There's something you should know, be aware of the weather. On hot summer days, scents tend to last longer, whereas in cold weather has the exact opposite effect. So, vary the amount of perfume you wear with each season.
Also don't spray perfume directly into your hair. Some hair products might react to the fragrance negatively causing strong odors.

Quick tips
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1.) Apply perfume on your skin preferably after a bath/shower since your skin is nice and clean and
      can absorb your favorite fragrance more thoroughly.
2.) Always apply your fragrance before you dress.
3.) Less is more, you want to bring people to your attention, not clear the room. 
4.) Spray the back of your neck so when you flip your hair or toss your head, the scent is "stirred up''.
5.) Don't perfume all your pulse points. You might just over do it, so chose carefully.
6.) Spray only pulse points where your blood flows is the strongest and the skin is the warmest.
7.) Don’t rub your wrists together after you have put on perfume. Instead just dab on a little and 
     gently press your wrists together.
8.) Spray perfume from a distance.
9.) Do not spray scent directly on your clothes because perfume can stain fabrics and cling to them.
10)Be confident with your scent.

So what if you don't know what is your fragrance? 
Sephora is by far my favorite cosmetics store. They are always extremely helpful and have wonderful customer service. If you need anything cosmetic go there. www.sephora.fr   
You can't go wrong.
 
Important note!   :-)
Don't just wear something because it's a designer perfume. Make sure you absolutely love the scent.
I've been told, that the best time to go shopping for a fragrance is in the afternoon or after work, because our sense of smell is the strongest at that time.

Remember to wear your scent and not let the scent wear you, wear it in appropriate doses!
 
''Love''
 Dusana






Your best pulse points on your body
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- behind the ears and on the earlobes
- the shoulders and upper arms
- under the chin
- under each breast and between the breasts
- the back of the hand and between the fingers
- heels, arches and between the toes, the inner and outer ankle bone
- the wrists, crook of the elbow, back of the knees, cleavage and neck



''Put on perfume where you'd like to be kissed.''
~Madame Coco Chanel~ 


''A woman's perfume tells more about her than her handwriting. ''
~Christian Dior~





Friday, July 6

Green Tea Powerful Antioxidant


Two years ago my friend introduced me to a green tea. At first I didn't really like the taste, but then I started drinking it and now it is one of my favorite teas to drink.
I have heard that green tea can also help in weight loss, so I did the search what else is it good for and I started drinking tea everyday, just to see the benefits of it. Drinking one cup isn't going to help. The best way to lose weight is drinking about 3-4 cups daily.
Green tea is a delicious calorie-free hot beverage that can be a great substitute for coffee.
Once you start drinking it, it's hard to stop.
It has many amazing benefits and that makes green tea a fountain of youth.

Now I would love to share it with you good reasons why you should drink it. 

What makes green tea so special ?
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1.) It is an excellent source of antioxidants and as we know antioxidants can slow down aging
2.) Prevents diabetes
3.) Treatment and prevention of cancer 
4.) Prevents bad breath 
5.) Infections
6.) Reducing blood sugar
7.) Helps protect your heart
8.) Aiding in proper digestion 
9.) Reducing weight
10.)Keep your teeth healthy and kills bacteria which causes the dental plaque

Green tea has been for thousands of years one of China’s best-kept secrets to good health. Regular drinking of green tea can effectively delay symptoms of aging.
So next time you fancy a cup of tea, consider going green. 
Not only it will provide you with a refreshing drink, it may also boost your health, help to slow down the aging process and even help you to lose weight. Drinking green tea is both healthy and tasty. 

''Love''
 Dusana



Too much of a good things can have some consequences and green tea is no exception. What does too much of green tea do to you?
 
Side effects:
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1.) Insomnia
2.) Irregular heart beat 
3.) Loss of appetite
4.) Dizziness  and headaches

So, if you are sensitive to caffeine, don't over do it.



''Tea is one of those rare treasures, enjoyed throughout the world, that actually benefits health.''
~Kit Chow~ 

''Tea is a cup of life.'' 
~Author Unknown ~





Monday, July 2

Every girl wants to look her best in lingerie!


My favorite store for lingerie is Victoria's Secret.
I simply love and adore their satin.

Proper and nice lingerie is far from being just underwear and I think every woman should own at least one piece for a number of reasons. Wearing lingerie will give you that confidence to feel good in your own skin. It will make you look more beautiful and irresistible.

Showing off doesn't mean that you have to be displaying tons of skin though.
Being confidence and feeling sexy depends on so many things, from self-esteem, to our moods, our posture and all that. But it is also important to feel good about your body and image.

Most woman wear lingerie from time to time. If you want to feel sexy and feminine for yourself, or your man, lingerie is a must have.

''Love''
 Dusana


Please, have a look at some lingerie from the catalogue of Victoria's Secret. 

Designer Collection, Summer 2012











Just saw this on the internet in their catalogue and couldn't resist not to share it with you guys.
Wow! Love it, so beautiful.

It's time to go shopping again :-)



Lingerie Quotes:
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''I think lingerie plays a big part in how you carry yourself.''
~Nicole Richie~


''If you're wearing lingerie that makes you feel glamorous, you're halfway there to turning heads.''
~Elle Macpherson~


''It is impossible to overdo luxury."
~French proverb, when it comes to clothing and life~