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How To Do Your At-Home Manicures
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How To Do Your At-Home Manicures

It has come to the point where we need to save money on our every day or even the occasional treats. If you are trying to save money, or your preferred nail technician is too far from you right now, why not attempt mastering your own manicure at home? This can also be very therapeutic for you.

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Facial Steaming
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Facial Steaming

What is facial steaming? A facial steamer produces a warm mist/steam that can help target skin issues like acne. Steamers are great at releasing wrinkles from clothes and removing grime from floors. And as it turns out, they’re also effective at getting dirt out of your pores.

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Hair Growth
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Hair Growth

There are literally 1000’s of posts, blogs, vlogs, and Pinterest items on this very subject, it can make your head spin.

Many claim to be able to make your hair grow to a certain length within days of starting their treatments. The issue with this is that each individual is different, our bodies and specifically our hair, is different and these treatments may or may not work for you. Everyone will have a different experience, or the products just may not work for your hair at all.

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Pucker Up Buttercup! A Quick Guide To Healthy Lips
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Pucker Up Buttercup! A Quick Guide To Healthy Lips

Lips are unique. They aren't like any other part of the human body. But although they look different from the rest of your skin, they're actually rather similar to some extent. The outer layer of your skin is called the epidermis, and it has a protective covering called the stratum corneum. See how to take the best care of your lips.

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Waxing vs. Shaving – Which Do You Prefer?
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Waxing vs. Shaving – Which Do You Prefer?

Men and women of all ages shave and wax to enjoy smooth, hair free legs, underarms and other parts of the body. Whilst you may have a preference, its worth looking at the pros and cons of both shaving and waxing, and how they could affect or benefit the skin.

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Aging Spots – Tips On Reducing Them
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Aging Spots – Tips On Reducing Them

As you get older, you tend to begin noticing various changes in the body. Some of the more noticeable changes take place outside the body though. Age spots are also known as liver spots due to the fact that they were once incorrectly believed to be caused by liver problems, although they have nothing to do with the liver.

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Reflexology – A Natural Way Of Healing
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Reflexology – A Natural Way Of Healing

The theory behind reflexology is that all areas of your body ‘s organs and systems correspond to certain points on the foot, hands and ears. Pressure applied to these points is believed to bring relaxation and healing to the corresponding area of the body.

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What Is Eczema And How Can It Be Avoided?
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What Is Eczema And How Can It Be Avoided?

At some point or another you may have heard of eczema. It is a skin condition in which the skin can become inflamed, cracked, itchy and rough to the touch. It can be extremely painful if left untreated and could even cause blisters. Learn more on how to look after this condition here.

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The Benefits of Eucalyptus and Eucalyptus Oil
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The Benefits of Eucalyptus and Eucalyptus Oil

The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus cannot be beaten – truly a gift from the Gods! Originally native to Australia, the Eucalyptus tree can now be found all over the world. The true healing power comes from eucalyptus oil, which is extracted from the oval-shaped leaves from this tree.

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What is an Organic Oil?
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What is an Organic Oil?

A process called distillation turns the “essence” of a plant into a liquified form for many medicinal and recreational uses. There are a wide variety of essential oils available, and whilst some are valued for their pleasing aroma, others seem to have powerful healing properties.

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Why You Should Exfoliate Regularly
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Why You Should Exfoliate Regularly

There are two main ways to exfoliate your skin. Physical exfoliation, which uses gritty pieces to physically remove cells from the surface of the skin, and chemical exfoliation, which uses hydroxy acids or enzymes to help dissolve and remove the dead skin cells. What you decide to use largely depends on preference, but also your skin type and sensitivity towards certain products. We explore the different types of exfoliators, the benefits of exfoliating and more, so let’s get started.

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Your Quick Guide to Healthy, Better Looking Nails
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Your Quick Guide to Healthy, Better Looking Nails

We all want beautiful nails, strong and healthy. Your nails are often a reflection of your overall health. If you are battling with weak, brittle nails, it could mean a more serious underlying health issue, but it could also just be thanks to the everyday wringer that we put our nails through – without even realising it. We’ve taken a look at the best tips and tricks to help you in keeping your nails looking and feeling healthier.

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The Benefits of a Swedish Massage
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The Benefits of a Swedish Massage

Arguably one of the most sought after types of massage, the Swedish massage did not originate in Sweden, nor was it created by a Swedish person. But what makes this type of massage so effective? Comprising of five massage techniques, we take an in-depth look at Swedish massage, what it entails and why it is so beneficial.

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The Importance of a Facial – How to Slow the Aging Process
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The Importance of a Facial – How to Slow the Aging Process

Your face is the first thing that people see when you walk into a room. Why wouldn’t you want to take care of it? Whilst many consider a facial as something of a “treat”, going for a facial on a regular basis can actually benefit your skin in many ways, and we explain why.

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The Benefits of Lavender and Lavender Oil
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The Benefits of Lavender and Lavender Oil

One of the most popular and versatile essential oils used mainly in aromatherapy, Lavender is highly regarded within the skin and beauty industry and is commonly used in fragrances and shampoos to help purify the skin. Not only this, but it has medicinal uses as well. Here’s a more in depth look into this wonderous herb and the fantastic benefits it has.

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How to Keep a Brilliant Beard
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How to Keep a Brilliant Beard

It’s safe to say that beards are still very much in fashion for 2021, but in a less untamed, more well-groomed kind of way. Facial hair trends change quickly, and in order to keep up with these trends, we have some of the best tips and tricks to keep your manly mane in check.

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Easy Skincare Tips to Live By
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Easy Skincare Tips to Live By

It is not always easy to figure out which skincare routine will work best for you, but what we can tell you is that there is no need to spend loads of money on magical potions and expensive products to achieve the flawless skin you desire.

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Beauty Bloggers and Influencers You Should be Following
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Beauty Bloggers and Influencers You Should be Following

We’ve come up with a list of ladies who are well known and respected for what they do – and have built entire industries around their names. Their recommendations, insider knowledge and love of products put them on our short list of who you should actively follow for tutorials, suggestions and more!

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