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The Best Makeup Tips for Hot, Humid Weather

By Carlos on July 24, 2020 Personal Care

Makeup and Humidity It’s hard to find the right makeup that holds up in the heat and humidity. Ensure that your makeup looks good and create the right look that is going to last when the temperatures rise. The Importance of Primer Even if you do not usually use primer, it is good idea to give it a try for the summer. The primer is the base for your makeup and not only helps your makeup last a lot longer; your makeup will leave your complexion much smoother and almost completely flawless. This is because a good primer will help…

Hair Care Tips For After Swimming

By Carlos on July 23, 2020 Personal Care

No matter the style, texture or color, everyone’s hair gets messed up after swimming. The majority of hair related problems including split ends, rough and dull hair arise due to lack of proper hair care during and after swimming. Here are simple hair care tips for before and after swimming. Before Swimming 1. Wet your Hair Give your hair a thorough wash in the shower before you start swimming. Hair can hold a certain amount of water, so soak it up with fresh water as much as possible. Dry hair soaks up more salty water and chlorine from the beach…

Benefits of Bridal Yard Sales

By Carlos on July 22, 2020 Frugal Friday

If you’ve ever been involved in the wedding planning process, you know that it can get incredibly expensive. In fact, the average price for a wedding in the United States was revealed as $35,329 in 2016. Interestingly enough, the same study also showed that the average number of wedding guests is actually decreasing. This means that extra costs aren’t coming from more attendees; they’re coming from an increased focus on personalization and “extras,” like photo booths and food trucks. For many people, paying over $35,000 for a wedding is simply not an option. Many couples have started looking for ways…

Easy Frozen Drinks to Beat the Heat

By Carlos on July 19, 2020 Food and Dining

Summer is a great time to bring people together, have a BBQ, picnic, or family reunion and enjoy the beautiful weather outside, but the heat can make your get together go from a bang to a bust in no time. Check out our recipes of frozen drinks to help you beat the heat, keep your guests cool and happy. Non-Alcoholic Frozen Drinks 1. Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Total Prep Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: • 1 package fresh strawberries • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice • 1/4 cup water • 2 tablespoons sugar • 1.5 cup crushed ice Instructions: 1.…

Tips For Making Wood Floors Look Like New

By Carlos on April 15, 2020 Home

Many people choose hardwood floors for their homes because they are easy to care for. However, they do require maintenance in order to keep them looking great. Below are some tips to keep your hardwood floors looking like it is new. Clean up Spills Immediately If something spills on the hardwood floor, you need to clean it up immediately. Even if the spill is small, this can cause long-term damage to your floor. Take a cloth and clean up the spill immediately. Clean the Floor Regularly Even if your hardwood floor appear to be clean, you still need to clean…

Quick Ways to De-Stress

By Carlos on March 3, 2020 Health & Wellness

There isn’t a single person alive who doesn’t experience stress from time to time. Everyday worries, busy schedules, careers, and a list of countless other occurrences can cause us to feel stressed or anxious, but there are plenty of easy ways to combat this that you might not have thought of before. In this article, we have put together a list of several ways that you can de-stress quickly and find a moment of peace or relief despite an otherwise chaotic day. Continue reading to learn more, and be sure to try these out the next time you are feeling…

15 Fresh Hairstyles for Spring

By Carlos on March 2, 2020 Personal Care

The spring is quickly approaching. Better weather, longer days, and spring fashion! With new spring fashion comes new spring hair. What are your favorite spring hairstyles? In this blog we’ll go over some fresh new hair ideas to welcome the new season. 1. Blunt Cut Bob Jaw-line length bobs are stylish, young, and fresh. They give you a clean look, but with an edge. What better way to show off the detail in your spring dress than with a fierce bob? The shorter and more precise, the better. Blunt cuts are easy to manage and adds boldness to any fashion…

10 Tips for Using Chalk Paint

By Carlos on February 28, 2020 Home

Chalk paint is a beautiful option when painting furniture that leaves a rich and distressed finish. Chalk paint is great to work with as it is odorless and dries quickly. Follow the tips listed below to use chalk paint best and get creative! 1. You Don’t Have to Perform Excessive Prep Work For most types of paint, excessive prep is required including cleaning or sanding surfaces. Some paints even call for you to use primer on the furniture before beginning the painting process. You will be happy to learn that chalk paint does not require any of this as chalk…

Chili Recipes for National Chili Day

By Carlos on February 27, 2020 Food & Drink

Chili could be thought of as the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s also the ultimate cook-off dish. Only 5% of individuals surveyed said they don’t care for it, making chili about as close as you can get to a sure -fire party dish. No wonder so many folks want to bust out the chili recipes for the perfect game-day, tailgating food! Family formulas are protected like gemstones, and those magical mystery ingredients are never discussed at parties much louder than a murmur. About 20% of individuals admit their families have a secret chili formula and 10% of people state they have a…

Best Tips for a Fun Travel Experience

By Carlos on February 26, 2020 Travel

Traveling can be a transformative and life-changing experience, but it can also be intensely stressful. From delayed flights to canceled hotel rooms, unexpected outbreaks and language barriers, there is a lot of behind-the-scenes stress when it comes to travel. By using a few insider tips, you can learn ways to make your travel experience easier and more enjoyable. Pack Light The more you carry the more stress you will have. Carrying a lot of baggage slows you down and forces you to deal with baggage fees and delays which can drag you down mentally while on a trip. If you…

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