Wednesday, 28 December 2011
African Black Soap
At the first sight I thought it is some kind of dog food, with weird ingredients, you know... X_X"
Until I found out it's a SOAP! Hmm... very LUSH-like... I wonder how it feels like when you use it to cleanse...
Anyways, it's called "African Black Soap" ^^
Friday, 23 December 2011
Is your Hair in good condition?
Did you know the following will affect the condition of your body and hair?
Oils for Normal Hair
Oils for Oily Hair
If you have specific problem, such as Dandruff, here is for you:
The best essential oil for treating dandruff is Melaleuca Alternifolia Essential Oil or Tea Tree oil.
Here are some others:
If you have Hair Loss problem and is looking for hair growth/re-growth, here is for you:
Essential Oils Hair Loss:
Oils that Promote Growth are:
If you have Alopecia, you want oils that reduce scalp inflammation while stimulating hair growth. By the way, this is the 2nd leading cause of baldness in the USA.
Essential Oils for Hair Loss (Alopecia):
Source from:
http://www.experience-essential-oils.com/essential-oils-for-hair.html
- What you put on it (synthetic shampoos, conditioners, gel, etc)
- What you eat and drink (good for body=good for hair)
- What you do (swimming in chlorinate pools, using hair dryer, etc.)
- Quality of your shower water (use a shower filter for best results to remove fluoride, chlorine, iron oxides ("rust water"), reduce harmful VOCs and other contaminants)
- Genetics (what are parents passed down to you)
- How much sleep we have nightly
- Your stress level and...
- Other health conditions (thyroid conditions, hormones, poor circulation, etc.)
Did you also know that, the following synthetic materials will create many of your hair, scalp and skin problems?
- Propylene Glycol - inhibits skin cell growth, causes rashes, dry skin and skin irritation
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Laureth Sulfate - surfactant that corrodes hair follicles, impairs ability to grow hair and causes inflammation of skin
- Oleyl betaine - causes dry hair, dandruff and dry scalp
- Mineral oils - petroleum products clog pores! Yes, the molecule is too big to be absorbed by the skin.
Oils for Normal Hair
Normal hair is neither greasy nor dry, has not been permed or colored, holds its style and is usually shiny.
These oils are best for normal hair:
These oils are best for normal hair:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lemon Essential Oil
- Geranium Essential Oil
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Thyme Essential Oil
- Clary Sage Essential Oil
The best base or carrier oils to use are jojoba, almond or borage.
Oils for Dry Hair
Oils for Dry Hair
Dry hair looks dull, tangles easily and can become easily split at the ends. Therefore, we want essential oils for hair that stimulate the sebaceous glands in the scalp to produce more oil!
Use these oils:
Use these oils:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Sandalwood Essential Oil
- Geranium Essential Oil
Oils for Oily Hair
Oily hair looks greasy and is caused by over production of sebum by the sebaceous glands. Therefore, we want essential oils for hair that restore the glands back to normal.
Use these oils:
Use these oils:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lemon Essential Oil
- Peppermint Essential Oil
- Cypress Essential Oil
If you have specific problem, such as Dandruff, here is for you:
The best essential oil for treating dandruff is Melaleuca Alternifolia Essential Oil or Tea Tree oil.
Here are some others:
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lemon Essential Oil
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Thyme Essential Oil
- Basil Essential Oil
- Cypress Essential Oil
- Sage Essential Oil
- Melrose Blend Essential Oil
If you have Hair Loss problem and is looking for hair growth/re-growth, here is for you:
Essential Oils Hair Loss:
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lemon Essential Oil
- Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
- Thyme Essential Oil
- Cypress Essential Oil
- Clary Sage Essential Oil
- Sage Essential Oil
Oils that Promote Growth are:
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Geranium Essential Oil
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Thyme Essential Oil
- Cypress Essential Oil
- Western Red Cedar Essential Oil
- Sage Essential
- Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
- Grapefruit Essential Oil
If you have Alopecia, you want oils that reduce scalp inflammation while stimulating hair growth. By the way, this is the 2nd leading cause of baldness in the USA.
Essential Oils for Hair Loss (Alopecia):
- Rosemary Essential Oil
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Thyme Essential Oil
Source from:
http://www.experience-essential-oils.com/essential-oils-for-hair.html
Carrier Oils and Their Benefits To Hair
Jojoba Oil – The debate is whether jojoba is the king of the carrier oils. Many scalp related problems are caused by a hardened build-up of sebum that clogs the hair follicles and may cause some types of scaling. If this hardened build-up is not removed, it can eventually obstruct the hair follicle’s ability to function properly, jojoba rapidly penetrates down to the scalp and hair shaft, and readily loosens and dissolves this hardened build-up. The scalp and hair follicles are left clean and free to continue their normal function. Jojoba is great for all hair types and has an ability to inhibit excess activity of the sebaceous glands making it the perfect choice for people with oily scalps that still need conditioning. Likewise it can be used for dry hair as it helps to moisturize your hair properly.
Olive Oil – Only olive oil that is labelled “extra virgin” guarantees that the oil has been cold pressed from freshly harvested olives and does not contain chemicals. Extra virgin olive oil that is green in color is of higher quality than golden-yellow oil. Olive oil helps in preventing as well as curing hair loss as it prevents the production of the hormone DTH which causes the hair follicle shaft to decrease. Regular application of olive oil to hair prevents the production of DTH hormones on the scalp, thus getting rid of the problem of hair loss. For relaxed/permed hair ladies excessive chemical use can cause hair damage, olive oil contains antioxidants that promotes a healthy hair and scalp. Olive oil strengthens and smooths hair cuticles.
Coconut Oil – Coconut oil consists of more than ninety percent of saturated fats Vitamin-E and Vitamin K and minerals such as Iron. Coconut oil is considered one of the best natural nutrition for hair and is in contention with olive and jojoba oils as the king of the carrier oils. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the re-growth of damaged hair. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair and it softens the hair and conditions the scalp.
Castor Oil – is a vegetable oil obtained from the castor bean. Castor oil is a colorless to very pale yellow liquid with mild or no odor or taste. It is rich in ricinoleic acid and can be used to treat skin conditions such as fungal infections. It nourishes hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture. Castor oil added to hair care products helps to seal moisture, softens, and visibly thickens hair. Castor oil can also be used by itself on the hair to seal in moisture.
Vitamin E Oil – Proper circulation leads to thriving hair follicles which leads to hair growth. Vitamin E contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp. When added to homemade products, Vitamin E extends their shelf life. This oil rejuvenates and offers protection for the scalp and skin.
Avocado Oil – is extracted from the king of the ‘hair’ fruits avocado. It is full of vitamins that your hair needs like vitamins A, E, D and potassium. If you want a super deep conditioner treatment without having to buy a commercial preparation, you can add avocado oil to the other carrier oils and you will definitely feel and see the difference.
Source from:
http://blackhair101.com/hair-care/oils-explained-essential-oils-and-carrier-oils-for-hair
Olive Oil – Only olive oil that is labelled “extra virgin” guarantees that the oil has been cold pressed from freshly harvested olives and does not contain chemicals. Extra virgin olive oil that is green in color is of higher quality than golden-yellow oil. Olive oil helps in preventing as well as curing hair loss as it prevents the production of the hormone DTH which causes the hair follicle shaft to decrease. Regular application of olive oil to hair prevents the production of DTH hormones on the scalp, thus getting rid of the problem of hair loss. For relaxed/permed hair ladies excessive chemical use can cause hair damage, olive oil contains antioxidants that promotes a healthy hair and scalp. Olive oil strengthens and smooths hair cuticles.
Coconut Oil – Coconut oil consists of more than ninety percent of saturated fats Vitamin-E and Vitamin K and minerals such as Iron. Coconut oil is considered one of the best natural nutrition for hair and is in contention with olive and jojoba oils as the king of the carrier oils. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the re-growth of damaged hair. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair and it softens the hair and conditions the scalp.
Castor Oil – is a vegetable oil obtained from the castor bean. Castor oil is a colorless to very pale yellow liquid with mild or no odor or taste. It is rich in ricinoleic acid and can be used to treat skin conditions such as fungal infections. It nourishes hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture. Castor oil added to hair care products helps to seal moisture, softens, and visibly thickens hair. Castor oil can also be used by itself on the hair to seal in moisture.
Vitamin E Oil – Proper circulation leads to thriving hair follicles which leads to hair growth. Vitamin E contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp. When added to homemade products, Vitamin E extends their shelf life. This oil rejuvenates and offers protection for the scalp and skin.
Avocado Oil – is extracted from the king of the ‘hair’ fruits avocado. It is full of vitamins that your hair needs like vitamins A, E, D and potassium. If you want a super deep conditioner treatment without having to buy a commercial preparation, you can add avocado oil to the other carrier oils and you will definitely feel and see the difference.
Source from:
http://blackhair101.com/hair-care/oils-explained-essential-oils-and-carrier-oils-for-hair
Essential Oils and Their Benefits To Hair
Lavender Oil: is good for all hair types, it is a good treatment for dry scalp, dandruff and itching, helpful in controlling hair breakage and improving hair growth. Most widely known to treat alopecia areata, a condition where you lose excessive hair, especially in patches. Daily massage with lavender oil has proven to help significant re-growth and gives you the results in a few months. Lavender oil blends well with many other essential oils including jojoba, rosemary and tea tree oils.
Chamomile Oil: chamomile is known to soothe the nerves and it does the same for your hair and scalp, in fact it is the most soothing of the essential oils for the hair and scalp. Chamomile helps to retract skin cells that have been inflamed from chemical procedures, and harsh weather conditions and helps with itching scaly scalp and dandruff.
Peppermint Oil: peppermint is known for itchy scalp and to stimulate hair growth. It helps to stimulate blood flow to the root of the hair. This is very important for hair as it helps the hair to receive proper nourishment. This in turn will lead to hair growth. That tingly feeling when peppermint oil is felt on the scalp is actually the stimulation of blood flow to hair.
Rosemary Oil: is another oil which doubles as a fragrant oil and an essential oil. The oil is derived from the rosemary plant and is very useful for hair growth, dandruff problems and flaky itchy scalp. Rosemary oil stimulates the hair follicles; as a result hair, can grow longer and stronger.
Tea Tree Oil: is a great moisturizer for the hair, it helps to keep the scalp free of bacteria and fungal problems. Tea tree oil unblocks the sebaceous glands and encourage the flow of the scalp’s own moisturizing oils while clearing away dead skin cells. Tea tree oil mixed with other essential oils is especially good as a scalp treatment for relieving dandruff.
Lemon Oil: is especially beneficial for oily hair, it is recommended that persons with dry hair not use lemon oil, it is a good treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and under-active sebaceous glands
Myrrh Oil: On the other hand myrrh is very good for dry hair. It helps with the treatment for dry scalp, dandruff problems and under-active sebaceous glands. Use instead of lemon oil if your hair is not oily.
Source from:
http://blackhair101.com/hair-care/oils-explained-essential-oils-and-carrier-oils-for-hair
Chamomile Oil: chamomile is known to soothe the nerves and it does the same for your hair and scalp, in fact it is the most soothing of the essential oils for the hair and scalp. Chamomile helps to retract skin cells that have been inflamed from chemical procedures, and harsh weather conditions and helps with itching scaly scalp and dandruff.
Peppermint Oil: peppermint is known for itchy scalp and to stimulate hair growth. It helps to stimulate blood flow to the root of the hair. This is very important for hair as it helps the hair to receive proper nourishment. This in turn will lead to hair growth. That tingly feeling when peppermint oil is felt on the scalp is actually the stimulation of blood flow to hair.
Rosemary Oil: is another oil which doubles as a fragrant oil and an essential oil. The oil is derived from the rosemary plant and is very useful for hair growth, dandruff problems and flaky itchy scalp. Rosemary oil stimulates the hair follicles; as a result hair, can grow longer and stronger.
Tea Tree Oil: is a great moisturizer for the hair, it helps to keep the scalp free of bacteria and fungal problems. Tea tree oil unblocks the sebaceous glands and encourage the flow of the scalp’s own moisturizing oils while clearing away dead skin cells. Tea tree oil mixed with other essential oils is especially good as a scalp treatment for relieving dandruff.
Lemon Oil: is especially beneficial for oily hair, it is recommended that persons with dry hair not use lemon oil, it is a good treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and under-active sebaceous glands
Myrrh Oil: On the other hand myrrh is very good for dry hair. It helps with the treatment for dry scalp, dandruff problems and under-active sebaceous glands. Use instead of lemon oil if your hair is not oily.
Source from:
http://blackhair101.com/hair-care/oils-explained-essential-oils-and-carrier-oils-for-hair
Thursday, 22 December 2011
美国好？还是加拿大好？
符合下面条件的人觉得美国好:
1. 单身没房子，加拿大房子涨得很贵了... 工作也不好找...
2. 家里单收入，一方总找不到工作
3. 没有孩子或一个孩子
4. 非常喜欢汽车，尤其是豪华跑车的
5. 无比憎恨下雪的
6. 做full time的... 没啥减税的，所以向往"低" 税的
符合下面条件的人 多半不会去米国的:
1. 以家庭为重，讨厌工作至上的
2. 希望有轻松舒服，无压力的工作的
3. 有房子的，不想看自己房子被次贷危机搞残的
4. 做contractor的，特别是家里另外一个cover医疗的... 这样税减的比美国还低...
5. 没有很多中餐馆不能活的
6. 3个或以上孩子的... 美国许多大学一年学费4、5万
1. 单身没房子，加拿大房子涨得很贵了... 工作也不好找...
2. 家里单收入，一方总找不到工作
3. 没有孩子或一个孩子
4. 非常喜欢汽车，尤其是豪华跑车的
5. 无比憎恨下雪的
6. 做full time的... 没啥减税的，所以向往"低" 税的
符合下面条件的人 多半不会去米国的:
1. 以家庭为重，讨厌工作至上的
2. 希望有轻松舒服，无压力的工作的
3. 有房子的，不想看自己房子被次贷危机搞残的
4. 做contractor的，特别是家里另外一个cover医疗的... 这样税减的比美国还低...
5. 没有很多中餐馆不能活的
6. 3个或以上孩子的... 美国许多大学一年学费4、5万
Monday, 19 December 2011
TOP 10 Home Decoration Ideas You Must Follow
1. Clean up the mess
Nobody will be able to appreciate your home decors if your place is a mess. Have a place for everything and everything in its place is one of the very basic home decoration ideas you must follow.
Nobody will be able to appreciate your home decors if your place is a mess. Have a place for everything and everything in its place is one of the very basic home decoration ideas you must follow.
2. Cover your floor
Your tiled floor can become more attractive if you place a carpet or a throw rug in there. Choose those of different colors that go with the shade of your floor.
3. Paint your wall
You can paint an area of the room or change the color of the whole room. A neutral color is best so it will complement the paintings and mirrors that you’ll hang on the walls. A lighter shade can also go with almost any dark colored furniture.
4. Rearrange the furniture
Changing the position of the furniture is one of the most practical home decoration ideas. You don’t need to buy new things to decorate your house since rearranging your pieces of furniture can offer you the impact you want to achieve.
5. Show off your collections
Basic home decoration ideas include showing off your priceless collections. Gather your favorite collections of porcelain figures, family pictures, memorabilia from your travels, and more and look for a display area to show them off.
6. Add throw pillows
If you have a plain sofa, spice it up by throwing in some throw pillows of different colors or designs. Throw pillows can make a simple sofa look elegant and grand.
7. Buy new lamps
There are many modernized and stylish lamps in the market today. Stock your old lamps that can make your room look outdated and purchase new ones. Go for tall lamps which you no longer have to place on top of a side table to save more space.
8. Display pictures
Hanging pictures on the walls or putting them on top of tables reflect that your house has a happy and lively atmosphere. Home decoration ideas like this one reflects just how much you value your family and love every member.
9. Set up plants
Displaying plants is also a part of home decoration ideas. Plants make the rooms look fresh and more alive. You may bring in some real plants from your garden or decorate your rooms with artificial plants and flowers.
10. Use curtains
Many home decoration ideas involve using curtains as a must in every home. Curtains have aesthetic values and they are also excellent in providing you the privacy you need.
Source from:
http://www.homeinteriorszone.com/interior-decoration/home-decoration/top-10-home-decoration-ideas-that-promise-results/
Your tiled floor can become more attractive if you place a carpet or a throw rug in there. Choose those of different colors that go with the shade of your floor.
3. Paint your wall
You can paint an area of the room or change the color of the whole room. A neutral color is best so it will complement the paintings and mirrors that you’ll hang on the walls. A lighter shade can also go with almost any dark colored furniture.
4. Rearrange the furniture
Changing the position of the furniture is one of the most practical home decoration ideas. You don’t need to buy new things to decorate your house since rearranging your pieces of furniture can offer you the impact you want to achieve.
5. Show off your collections
Basic home decoration ideas include showing off your priceless collections. Gather your favorite collections of porcelain figures, family pictures, memorabilia from your travels, and more and look for a display area to show them off.
6. Add throw pillows
If you have a plain sofa, spice it up by throwing in some throw pillows of different colors or designs. Throw pillows can make a simple sofa look elegant and grand.
7. Buy new lamps
There are many modernized and stylish lamps in the market today. Stock your old lamps that can make your room look outdated and purchase new ones. Go for tall lamps which you no longer have to place on top of a side table to save more space.
8. Display pictures
Hanging pictures on the walls or putting them on top of tables reflect that your house has a happy and lively atmosphere. Home decoration ideas like this one reflects just how much you value your family and love every member.
9. Set up plants
Displaying plants is also a part of home decoration ideas. Plants make the rooms look fresh and more alive. You may bring in some real plants from your garden or decorate your rooms with artificial plants and flowers.
10. Use curtains
Many home decoration ideas involve using curtains as a must in every home. Curtains have aesthetic values and they are also excellent in providing you the privacy you need.
Source from:
http://www.homeinteriorszone.com/interior-decoration/home-decoration/top-10-home-decoration-ideas-that-promise-results/
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