Quick Fixes for Your Sweaty Summer Makeup Mishaps

Posted by Editor on Aug 13th, 2015 in Beauty | 0 comments

Sweating off your makeup during summer is inevitable, but is such a pain when you’ve spent hours just to put them on. But there’s no need to worry anymore ladies, since there’s nothing a quick and good touch-up can’t fix. So list down these best tips that’ll help you bring your red face and raccoon eyes back to the fresh and flawless you.

1. Use Fix-It Sprays for Melted Foundation. When the humidity starts to literally melt your foundation off your face, experts suggest taking a fix-it spray and spritzing it all over your face. Just lightly dab it on your face and reapply as you normally would. Some of the best choices for fix-it sprays include Evian Mineral Water Spray or just your good old rose water. It would also be better if you stick with liquid foundation instead of using powders that can get thick when mixed with sweat or other liquid products.

2. Re-Blend Your Creased Eyeshadow. If there’s one thing that can turn your dramatic smoky eye into raccoon eyes, it would be the summer’s heat. Luckily, you can already perform a good touch-up that only requires your finger. Using a circular dabbing motion, gently re-blend your creased eyeshadow back into your lids. Do this using your ring finger to get the right amount of pressure without removing your shadow, and remember to use waterproof mascara during the hot summer days too.

3. Work With Hairspray to Fix Melted Brows. There’s nothing more awkward than having your on-point brows sweat off all over your face during the day. The good thing is you can avoid such embarrassment by spraying on some hairspray. Sure, brow gels work, but they can get too liquid-y and may drag the powder off once their expose to extreme heat. Instead, spray some hairspray into your spoolie and brush it upwards over your brows.

Another great trick that you can do with hairsprays it to spritz it all over your face to set your makeup both in sweaty or humid conditions. Just make sure that you don’t breath in its fumes, and that the spray is contained in an aerosol can.

Dealing with melted makeup can be very frustrating. Luckily, you can now use these solutions to fix your makeup messes, and look fresh and flawless even in sweaty and humid conditions.

Tips For Single Moms  

Posted by Editor on Jul 10th, 2015 in Lifestyle | 0 comments

Being a parent is the best blessing we could ever ask. It is better if we have someone to share the responsibility with but there are times that things might not work. For single parents out there, they prefer rearing their child alone rather than with someone else.

It is there choice and we cannot do something about it but try to understand them and empower them. There are many single moms here in Singapore. There are others who already mastered the skills of being a single mom while there are others who are doing their best to keep up.

For those who are doing their best to keep up, here are some tips for you:

1. Look for role models: It is important that our kids flourish amidst the circumstance. The first thing that we can do is look for role models. We can for instance make a list of single parents that inspire us. If we see or hear many success stories of single moms, we will surely be inspired.

2. Find a suitable work schedule: Of course, we have to get a job to sustain our children even if the father is giving. When choosing or applying for a job, we have to scrutinize the work schedule. We can also consider online jobs since we can just work at home. There’s also day care centres here in Singapore that can help us get through the day.

3. Count to ten: There are times that we might lose our cool. It is crucial that we do not lose it even in stressful situations. We have to learn to count to ten. This might seem not helpful but if we try to pause for a moment and count to ten, things will be better and lighter.

Why Bishan is Gathering Interest  

Posted by Editor on Jul 8th, 2015 in All About Singapore | 0 comments

 

No one wants to live in what was once a burial ground, right? That is creepy enough but there is always a place that will surpass its gloomy history and become a thriving residential estate. This is what happened to Bishan.

Bishan is a small town here in Singapore (in fact, some Singaporeans haven’t heard about it). Today, Bishan is gathering interest and touted to be the ideal place to live here. Indeed it is shining brightly. Here are the reasons why Bishan gathered substantial supporters over the years:

• It is not that far. Bishan is not at the centre but the location is not that far. Residents of Bishan can go to the centre via the Central Expressway (CTE). Bishan is also accessible through Thomson Road, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 and Braddell Road. Oh, we can also consider the Bishan MRT station.

• The place is self-sufficient. Many people think that because of Bishan’s size, the town is incomplete. This is not true. Despite the size, Bishan boast of self-sufficiency. The town offers a stadium, library and reputable schools. There are also parks, residential estates and golf courses.

• There’s continuous development. There are many HDB flats in Bishan but there are also upcoming developments. For example, CapitaLand is building condo projects (Sky Habitat and Sky Vue). For buyers who do not have any problems with prices, Sky Habitat presents a good investment.

Bishan is an emerging town. Despite the size, it gathers interest of many Singaporeans because of its rural charm. Bishan is so much more than our ordinary neighbourhood.

5 Simple Ways to Deal with Jet Lag

Posted by Editor on Jun 20th, 2015 in Health | 0 comments

You’ve probably heard all kinds of advices when it comes to dealing with jet lag – stay hydrated, mimic the schedule in your destination, or try natural light and melatonin therapy. These advices are quite simple and easy to remember, but they can also be pretty easy to forget when preparing for a trip. To ensure that you can immediately recover from your next long-haul excursion, here are six ways on how you can possibly handle jet lag.

1. Avoid Taking Naps. It may be difficult to push through the day after being in a long flight, but taking naps will only exacerbate your problem. Instead, keep yourself awake by splashing some cold water in your face or by touring your destination. If you really can’t keep your eyes open, then take a nap that wouldn’t last more than 90 minutes.

2. Tour Around. Natural light can really do wonders when it comes to resetting our body clock. So as soon as you got your things in your hotel, do some light sightseeing. Explore the neighbourhood you’re in, take a dip in the beach or a pool, or engage in some bus tours. It doesn’t matter what kind of activity you’ll do, as long as you get to spend some time outdoors.

3. Indulge in a Sensible Dinner. There’s no better way to fight your jet lag than enjoying a sensible dinner. If you’re still up for it, make some reservations for a nice dinner out, or if you’re totally wiped out, just order for some room service. You’ve probably read that avoiding greasy and heavy meals will help in dealing with jet lag, but that’s not really true as the type of food you eat doesn’t really have any bearing on your jet lag.

4. Take a Hot Bath or Shower. Handle your jet lag better by taking a hot shower or bath when it’s almost your bedtime. The steamy water will help in lowering your body temperature, making you feel drowsy afterwards.

5. Get a Good Night’s Sleep. There’s nothing more rewarding after a long flight than getting a good night’s rest. Set your room’s thermostat in a comfortable temperature, then close all the drapes to shut out any extraneous light. With this, you can already snuggle in your bed, and allow your body and mind to relax.

With these effective remedies, you no longer need to suffer from the excruciating effects of jet lag. You finally get to enjoy your long hauls and make the most out of your long-awaited trip.

Turn Back the Hands of Time

Posted by Editor on Jun 16th, 2015 in Beauty | 0 comments

4 Ways to Get Rid of Aging Hands
You may be committed to your anti-aging skincare routine, but one of the biggest giveaway of your age is nowhere near your face – it’s in your hands. Dried, washed and been exposed to various elements, your hands have really worked hard for you and it will likely show. Luckily, aging hands can be easily prevented. By following these six hand-care tips, you can now keep your hands looking as young as they feel now.

1. Protect Them From Elements. Be it from hot dish water or cold weather, it’s important that you keep your hands protected from it. Understand that the skin on your hands is thin and failing to keep them protected is what causes aging. So every time you clean with bleach, or use hot water to scrub your pans and pots, wear some latex gloves to keep all the chemicals off your hands.

2. Exfoliate Them. Remember how great your face feels after exfoliating them? That’s how your hands will also feel if you just exfoliate them. Exfoliation works by removing the dead layer of the skin, leaving new and smoother skin. So start doing a weekly exfoliation on your hands now to get instantly smoother hands.

3. Keep Your Cuticles Moisturized. Trimming your cuticles may be a bit of a controversy, but ensuring that they stay hydrated will keep that dry and scaly look at bay. Do this by using products like solar oil. Not only will this keep your cuticles soft, it will also provide the same moisture that your nails need.

4. Apply Sunscreen on Your Hands Regularly. We all know from our facial care that the sun’s harmful UV rays is what causes premature skin aging. So make it a habit to apply some sunscreen on your hands. Not only will it protect your hands from the sun, it’ll also help in keeping them smooth as before.

Getting younger-looking hands is actually pretty easy. All you’ve got to do this is apply your facial routine in your hand-care routine, and you’ll now be able to maintain your hand’s smoothness.

6 Tips to Prepare Yourself for Your First Bikini Wax

Posted by Editor on Jun 3rd, 2015 in Beauty | 0 comments

If you want your intimate area to be a bit more tamed, but you’re already tired of getting razor burns, then going for a bikini wax might be the right option for you. While it may seem similar with your usual waxing procedure, there are still some things that you need to consider. So if you’re already excited to get that sexy summer look, as well as the self-esteem you’ll need to sport your new swimsuit, here are six important preparation tips that you can do to make your first bikini wax experience a successful one.

1. Avoid Shaving the Area. You can trim the area to be waxed, but as much as possible, leave at least a quarter inch long of hair. Trimming any shorter than this will make it more difficult to remove the remaining hair using a hot wax treatment. Plus, stubble shaving leftovers is just nearly impossible to remove.

2. Skip on the Moisturizer After Shower. Although it’s normal that you want to be clean before going to your bikini wax appointment, applying some moisturizer might work against you as it can make your skin oily. If you happen to unintentionally use some moisturizer, use a bit of baby powder to prevent sweating while going to your waxing appointment. The powder will aid in absorbing the oil that may accumulate in your bikini area.

3. Schedule Your Waxing Appointment a Week Before or After Your Period. The week before your period takes place is the time when your skin becomes more sensitive than usual, but the week after your period is the time when you’ll be more tolerant to pain, so experts advise that you have your waxing appointment scheduled during that time.

4. Apply Some Numbing Cream for Sensitive Skin. The bikini area has one of the most sensitive layer of skin in our body, and if you happen to have an extremely low pain tolerance, then you may want to invest in a numbing cream. Slather it over the area to be waxed to ease off the pain of waxing.

5. Shower Before Heading to Your Appointment. Showering before showing up for your appointment will surely be appreciated by the person attending with your waxing needs as it will not only get rid of the sweaty smell in the area, it’ll also cut down the amount of oil on your skin.

Although it may seem scary at first, properly preparing for your bikini wax will surely help in making it an enjoyable experience for you. So, just follow the aforementioned tips to fully enjoy your clean bikini area.