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Simple Ways to Make Your Perfume Last Longer

When you wear a perfume, you expect it to last all day. You want those different notes to dazzle the people you meet as you go through the day’s activities. Unfortunately, not all perfumes will last that long. Some, particularly those in the Eau de Cologne category, will only last for a few hours before a respray is needed. A respray is pretty simple, but you also have the option to take extra steps in order to prolong the lifetime of the perfume you wear. These simple ways will help you make your perfume last longer in an instant. Store Properly The last thing you want to do is store your perfume in a damp and hot place. Just like other beauty products, perfumes are made to last longer when they are stored properly. Making the mistake of storing perfumes in the bathroom, for instance, can reduce the quality of…

Sweet Treats And Gifts For Candy Lovers

Got a sweet-toothed friend, family member or colleague to buy for? Here are a number of treats and gift idea that these candy lovers will adore! Flavored Lipgloss Buying for a girl who loves candy and makeup? Then how about a flavored lipgloss? This allows you to combine two of her greatest loves! Classic flavors are always a good bet, like strawberry and raspberry. But if you branch out into lip balms, you can get some really cool ‘natural’ flavors, like mint, hemp or mango! Retro sweet hamper If your recipient loves candy, how about getting them a bunch of their favorite candy from their childhood. Often the candy we enjoyed decades ago isn’t as readily available. However, retro candy stores do exist, both as stores and as online stores. Pay a visit and a pick a variety. Go for a variety of flavored, and some different shapes and sizes…

Why Women Should Take Up Kayaking

Whether you are a mum, a teenager or an older lady, you will undoubtedly embrace kayaking once you read the amazing reasons listed in this post. Before you jump on the first point, you have to go through a question, which is, have you ever thought of kayaking? Well, the answer of most of the ladies will be a no. If you also come in this category, then you must read this post till the end as you will get to know about some reasons that why women should take up kayaking. Gives a dose of enthusiasm One of the wonderful reasons is that when women embrace kayaking, they stay happy. The reason is, you may find yourself kept busy with work commitments, or other household jobs, due to which there is less possibility to explore new sports. It is indeed a fact that when one is indulging in regular…

Could Your Pillow Be Causing Headaches, Neck Pain, and Sleeping Problems? How to Pick the Right One

After waking up in the morning, you should feel well-rested, energized, and ready to tackle whatever the day brings you. While this is great in theory, the fact of the matter is that many people don’t have the luxury of waking up and feeling this way. Instead they wake up with a headache, neck pain, and feel tired thanks to poor quality sleep. Even though you may be quick to chalk it up to just a lack of sleep overall, or being under a lot of stress or pressure, it could actually be the fault of your pillow. Royalty Free Photo Did you know that by sleeping on the wrong type of pillow for your needs can lead to discomfort, pain, poor quality sleep, and even headaches? What that means is that simply by switching your pillow, you could drastically improve the quality of your sleep and start waking up…

The best toys for kids of all ages

Wondering what to get your child or grandchild for an upcoming birthday or another special occasion? IT can be tough to find age-appropriate toys sometimes. Luckily, we’ve got the lowdown on the best toys for a variety of ages, making it easy for you to choose the perfect toy for your loved one. Here are the best toys for each age: 0-1 Years old According to experts, even the smallest children benefit from toys. Toys help infants learn about the world. While babies can’t grasp objects until they’re a few months old, they still enjoy exploring with their eyes and ears. Toys that are noisy and colorful are especially appealing for this age group. Check out the VTech Move and Crawl Baby ball. Young babies will love looking at the bright colors, while those a little older will end up crawling after it as it wiggles and rolls across the…

Going through a quarter-life crisis? Here’s what you should know

Feeling like you have no idea what you’re doing with your life? You’re not alone. Many millennials are currently going through a quarter-life crisis, made worse by the fact that social media makes it look like everyone else is enjoying a great life and has it all together. Even though this is far from the truth. If you feel like you took a wrong turn somewhere, you’re not sure what you should do instead, or you’re just stuck, here are some tips: Stop the comparison game We all know how social media works- no one posts about how they’re questioning if their major was the right choice for them, they’re in massive student debt, or they hate their job. So why do we so easily get sucked into the social media comparison game? Sure, your friend may be in Bali, but she may have sacrificed the opportunity for her dream…

Need to overhaul your wardrobe? Read these tips

If you’re hoping to overhaul your wardrobe this year, you’re not alone, many women find that after packing their winter clothes away, they have no idea what to wear for spring, or they’re sick of wearing the same things over and over. Fortunately, it’s entirely possible to overhaul your wardrobe without blowing your budget. Here’s how: Choose smart accessories Great accessories can vamp up even the most boring outfit. A cute pair of shoes, a gorgeous purse, some dangly earrings, or a cool belt can completely change your look- without the need to max out your credit card. Clean out your wardrobe It’s hard to know what to buy when you’re constantly surrounded by clothes you never wear. We’re all guilty of holding onto jeans that are two sizes too small or a dress that is way too short. If you find that your wardrobe is full of clothes you…

Sick of dealing with bad skin? Read this post

When you have bad skin, it can be difficult to even get yourself out the door in the morning. As someone with both adult acne and the early signs of aging, I feel you. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce your breakouts: Check your diet Personally, I know my skin does the worst when my diet is high-sugar and high-dairy. Since I love my sugary treats, I often find myself full of regret a few days after I eat that block of chocolate or bag of candy. What you eat will show on your face- guaranteed. And you may find that some foods break you out much more than others. If you suspect you could be having the same issues with dairy products or sugar, try cutting them out for a week or two to see what happens- you may be surprised at just how…

Family Activities That’ll Bring You All Closer Together

It can be hard to spend quality time together as a family in the modern world. You might be busy working all day and maybe your partner is too. Your kids get in from school and they rush up to their rooms to play games, watch Netflix shows, and essentially live on social media. It’s not that technology is bad, but many families find themselves spending less time together in this society. Everything is so hectic, but you need to find the time to stop, breathe, and enjoy the good things in life. The family activities we’re going to discuss in this article could help to bring you all closer together. This weekend, you should try some of these things out. Cook something together. A great way to bond as a family is to try cooking together. You could see this as an opportunity to teach the kids how to…

5 Tips to Introduce Exercise into Your Daily Routine

Embracing exercise doesn’t mean you need to become an athlete overnight. If you’re new to exercise or out of practice, you might be unsure how to boost your fitness levels and enjoy more physical activity. To help you out, here are five tips to introduce exercise into your daily routine. 1. Try to Move More Are you constantly stuck behind a desk at work or relaxed on the couch at home? It’s essential to develop a move more mindset to improve your health and fitness. Go for a walk for an hour over watching TV, take the stairs instead of a lift, or walk to talk to a colleague rather than emailing them. Little changes add up and can make a dramatic difference to your body. 2. Find an Exercise You Enjoy Many people are often not willing to commit to exercise as they believe they will hate it. However,…

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