Fashion & Style 5 Tips For Beach Ready Hair 8:00 PM If you’re lucky enough to be jetting away to sunnier climates this summer, or even if you’re staying at home, chances are you’ll be spending time at the beach at some point or other – even hanging out round the swimming pool. Now, some of us are completely blessed with the type of hair that just gleams, no matter what we do with it. The type of hair that can be immersed in sea water or the pool for hours yet still dries perfectly in the sun. Others aren’t so blessed and the thought of going to the pool with hair like a scarecrow is more of a reality! If this sounds like you – you don’t need to worry anymore because we have some great tips for stunning, beach-ready hair that will take you from beach to pool to bar without you needing to disappear indoors wondering what you can do to re-style without starting from scratch! Source: Instagram 5 Tips For Beach Ready Hair Before we start, you’ll need a few hair products and hair tools. Firstly, as you’re going into the sun a very good quality professional hair shampoo and conditioner is a must. Buy one which suits your hair type, and avoid those with sulphate as an ingredient because this can build up on your scalp and cause irritation. Invest in a hair treatment product to re-hydrate dry hair, especially important after a day at the beach. Take Moroccan or Argan oil with you and always have a heat protecting spray in your suitcase. If you can, avoid any heated styling tools but we know this is very difficult in reality, so buy tools of good quality with ceramic, tourmaline or titanium coating to limit any stress on your hair when styling. For instance, a quality ceramic straightening brush is less damaging than using daily a classical straightener. Take a selection of hair scrunchies, bands and pretty clips with you because even the simplest of styles can look different with a few cute hair accessories. Finally – take a hat – a sexy braid peeking out the bottom of a big floppy hat is sometimes all you need to look like the pool’s glamour puss! You should always rinse out your hair after using the pool or being in the sea because the chemicals of the pool and the salt water of the sea can play havoc with the condition of your hair and if you have coloured hair it could alter it. Before you go to the beach use a heat protecting spray especially if you aren’t going to be wearing a hat, this will protect hair from the harmful UVA and UVB rays. Here are some easy hairstyle ideas for beach hair: 1. Simply pony tail – always fail-safe, keeps hair out of the way and is a very comfortable way of wearing hair in the sun. Add some pretty clips to make hair more interesting and if you want to change your pony tail, give hair at your forehead some lift, fix this area with clips and then tie the rest back. For an easy update, tie your pony tail to the side and if it’s long enough, braid it, use a slim ribbon through the braid to match your swimwear for a pretty twist. 2. While on the subject of braids, why not add in lots of little braids to your hair and tie them all back behind your head? This is a soft and pretty way to wear beach hair. 3. Braid your hair before you go to bed and in the morning loosen out the braids for cute waves. Separate the curls using your fingers and apply a little serum to tame any flyaway hair. You could wear your hair half up with this style too for a tousled, casual and carefree look. 4. If you really can’t find any way of wearing your hair by the pool, wash it, condition it and comb a treatment through it. Slick a little styling cream through too and secure it at the nape of your neck for a sultry, chic poolside look. 5. Using a slim hair band, push the front of your hair back and then with the slim end of a comb, gently pull a little hair through at the front to give it some lift. Secure the back in a messy bun using bobby pins or a pony tail twisting the end of the pony tail around itself and fixing with pins. About the Author: Katie Masters inspires busy women to express themselves and achieve great salon hair styling at home every day, by sharing her own findings about latest hairstyling tools. She writes about all things hair at hotairbrushreviews.com. If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
Health & Wellness How To Lose Weight For Women 8:00 AM More than just vanity, I believe getting fit is important for a healthier and happier life. Obesity has serious complications and must be avoided. There are a lot of tips online about losing weight. Products for burning fats, new weight loss routine, and different diet plans keep coming out to help women in their weight problems. With all these, how do you know which one is most effective for you? How to lose weight for women? Here are a few ways I’ve found online. How to Lose Weight for Women Eat! That might surprise some because some people claim to have effectively lost weight by skipping meals. That is not however a dangerous method. Skipping meals will slow down your metabolism to conserve energy so the next time you eat; the food isn’t burned as efficiently as it should be. Don’t fight hunger pangs. If you want to lose weight, you don’t have to eat less, you just have to eat right. Move around A stationary lifestyle will obviously make you gain weight because you’re not helping your body to burn the fats from the food you ate. If you are overweight, it’s advisable to get a workout plan from an expert. If you just want to lose weight or avoid gaining, move around. Walk regularly or jog, dance, enroll in a yoga class, go biking or swimming. Just remember that in order to make exercise effective, find a routine that you’re most comfortable with. Find an exercise that suits your personality and that you will enjoy doing. Diet pills There are some diet pills for women available in the market which has been proven to effectively speed up losing weight. Now it’s easy to find and purchase the best diet pills as information are available online. But what are diet pills? These pills help boost weight loss that diet and exercise alone would take a little longer to do. Having a healthy lifestyle and not just controlling your food intake is the key to losing weight effectively. The process of losing weight should not be a punishment but a process in achieving that healthy happy life you deserve. If you want to know more about losing weight for women, click here. Have you tried losing weight? How? This post was made possible by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Technology Peddle Art: A New Way To Buy Art 8:00 AM Peddle Art: A New Way To Buy Art A few days ago, I stumbled across a website called www.Peddle-Art.com . It is a platform where artists can sell all kinds of art like paintings, drawings, photography, sculptures, or they can even offer custom work. The platform mainly seems to work with emerging artists from all over the world and helps them sell their work. However, as an art enthusiast, this art marketplace is a great opportunity for art lovers to discover new, talented artists. While I was browsing through the website, which is very easy as it is divided into different categories, I found many beautiful artworks with which I just fell in love. This website offers such a high variety of art, that everybody can find something they like. The best thing about it is that most artists are ‘’newcomers’’ and by purchasing one of their artworks, you support them and they also stand a chance against the more famous and popular artists. Furthermore, the prices are also very affordable, unlike many other art markets or galleries. The payment transaction itself is very secure, since the artist will not receive the money, unless the product arrived. The Start up is based in Geneva and was created by a team of art lovers, who realized how hard it is for upcoming artists to sell their art. They tried to change this and created an Instagram network, with millions of followers, which shares artworks from emerging artists. After seeing how much it helped, they decided to create Peddle Art. If you are an art lover, plan to decorate your new apartment or generally just enjoy the pleasure of looking at art; Peddle Art is definitely worth a visit. The website convinces us with its simplicity and how it enables the buyer to find amazing, affordable art from all over the world, just a click away. This post was made possible by site supporter and may contain affiliate links. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style How To Show Off Your Personality With Accessories 8:00 AM How To Show Off Your Personality With Accessories Creating a unique style statement can be challenging. Many people want to reflect their personality in their fashion. If you want people to know little about you at first glance, choose the accessories you wear with your outfits wisely. Here's a guide with a few options when accessorizing your wardrobe to always show off your personality. 1. Wear Unique, Stylish Sunglasses There are unique women's and men's designer sunglasses on the market. You could choose bold-colored frames so that the glasses stand out when someone sees you wearing them. The shape of the frames of your sunglasses can significantly impact your overall look. Try on a few different styles before choosing a pair of sunglasses regularly. 2. Accessorize with HatsHats are more than just a functional accessory; they are a powerful fashion statement that can convey your personality, interests, and style. Whether you prefer a sleek fedora, a casual baseball cap, Richardson Hats (perhaps that you have even customized yourself), or a chic wide-brimmed hat, wearing the right hat can add that extra personality and style to your look.By selecting the right hat to complement your outfit, you can create a cohesive look that reflects who you are. So next time you're putting together an outfit, remember to top it off with a hat and let your personality shine through. Whether it's a casual day out or a special occasion, embrace the versatility of hats and use them to enhance your fashion statement.3. Wear Bold Belt Buckles Belt buckles are available in many different sizes, designs, and colors, so you can really let your unique personality show when you wear them. In addition, removable buckles can be placed on a belt and replaced with a different hook whenever you choose. This can be a great way to customize your look daily without purchasing multiple belts. 4. Wear Shoes with Flare The shoes you wear say a lot about you. For example, a great pair of tennis shoes will depict your personality if you are more casual and laid back. On the other hand, if you are more regimented or business-serious, some dress shoes may better fit you. Be sure that the shoes you wear show off your personality in design and color. Step out of your comfort zone occasionally and try on shoes you would not typically wear. A unique pair of shoes may give you the confidence to let your personality shine more than it usually does. 5. Wear Eye-Catching Jewelry Use jewelry to finish off a look. For example, you can wear a large designer watch for the status quo or a necklace with a religious medallion to show your beliefs. In addition, jewelry can be a great way to let people know intricate details about you without saying a word.Accessorize and Show Off Who You AreShowing off your personality through the accessories you wear is fun. You may not want to wear flashy items, but adding a few unique additions to any outfit will allow you to create a customized look that lets your personality show off. Author: Jenna B.Edited by About Life and Love
Love and Relationship Meeting People And Keeping In Touch The Modern Way 8:00 PM Do you remember the time when you have to write a letter longhand and wait for the recipient to send you back their reply? Depending on the location, it takes days or weeks for your letter to be received. Maybe even months. How about going out and meeting people face to face and asking for their number? Time has changed. So much. What with technology and change in culture. Meeting people and keeping in touch the modern way is just so easy. Meeting People And Keeping In Touch The Modern Way Through Chat Apps Nowadays, you can meet someone, get to know them, or catch up with your friends from around the globe through chat apps. Aside from social media, chat apps are great tools in getting social without actually going out. There are pros and cons to this. The advantages of chat apps of course include avoiding awkward social situations, being safe inside your own house while meeting strangers, and the convenience of keeping in touch with people who matter to you. Chat apps are like gifts to introverts and people who are too busy to go out and party. However, the anonymity of the identity of people online can also be dangerous. There is no way in knowing if the person you are chatting with has good intentions and just wants to chat or has something else in his mind. Some people prey on other people's innocence and trust. Of course, a lot of people will agree that the old-fashioned way of communicating is still the best. There is effort, and there is an investment of time. And some will argue that there is the inconvenience and the long period of time involved in waiting. Since it is the modern times, writing letters has become obsolete (although many still do it, and it is kind of exciting receiving one). So more and more people opt for using chat apps to stay in touch and socialize anyway. There are many options available. One chat app that is popularly used by millennials today is Kik. They aim for people all around the world to connect. It is a free messaging app in the vein of WhatsApp Messenger, with tons of extras that will enhance your conversations. (via Cnet) In joining chat apps, like meeting people online, take extra precaution. There are a lot of stories about scams, bullying and abuse happening online. But then there are also stories about people meeting great people online who eventually got married (I personally know couples who met online and are now living their happily ever after), or became friends. So whether chat apps like Kik will work for you or not is really up to you. The next time you go online, remember to be cautious. Be wise, be vigilant, and keep your privacy secured no matter what. Never give out your exact location and private information to strangers. If you're ready, go ahead and download your preferred chat app. Good luck and happy chatting! Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style Beat the Heat With These Fun Summer Essentials 8:00 PM As the sun towers over our heads, let’s bare some skin, get rid of the layers and put on our retro-chic sunglasses for a fun summer day! We have put together a list of summer must-haves to help you get through the rising temperatures in style. Beat the Heat with These Fun Summer Essentials 1. Floral Sundress Make the most of flower power and pick up a sheer sundress with a pop of yellow or orange, as you take to the streets. Team it up with statement flats, reflector sunglasses and a cross-body bag to complete the look. Let the refreshing floral print soothe the eye. Sundresses will never fail you, be it for a casual evening out, or a lunch date, you can dress these beauties up or down to suit the look for the day! 2. Pastel Shorts Don’t we just love pastels hues? Slip on a pair of pastel shorts with a spaghetti top and sneakers for an ideal beach outing. To add to your feel-good factor, throw on a large chic tote bag with all your essentials and you’re set to go within minutes. Don’t forget to splurge on a good number of sunscreen tubes as you go! 3. Maxi Dresses Maxi dresses never go out of vogue. This summer, find a loose, flowing, striped maxi in an earthy shade instead of the form-fitting ones we usually go for. These breezy dresses can enhance your look and be casual at the same time. Add some bangles, a long neckpiece, a straw hat and a pair of tan sandals for a stylishly done up look. 4. Distressed Denims They’re a garment for every season, really. But the distressed look with frayed hems especially suits the summers! Put on a ruffle top and some wedges for a fancy night out, or a colourful tank and canvases for the day. Throw on a tan pair of ankle boots and a loose summer blazer for work or for a sober, semi-formal event. You can style them every which way to suit the occasion. 5. Skirts and Wraps From minis to maxis, wraps to tubes, skirts are a summer staple each year! Midis are growing really popular too. Pair a button down shirt with a flowy midi and heels for a glamourous look. Or pull on a loose tank, tie it at the waist and pair it a denim mini skirt. A cropped white tee on a high-riser, with a cap and flip-flops can make for a low-key street look. There are so many ways to go about these, so experiment with them and come up with your own unique styles. 6. Crop Top and Bustier Top We love our crop tops, and a popular variety this summer is the fancy bustier top. You can wear these over jeans, skirts, pants or shorts and they’ll make any look effortlessly stylish. Whether you like them strapless or with spaghetti straps, show off your feminine side and flaunt your curves with bustier tops this season! Crop tops of all shapes and sizes are in, with halter necks and drop shoulders to add that subtle charm to them. 7. Cold-shoulder and Tube Tops Do a casual or fancy look with a cold-shoulder top with a pair of skinny jeans. This variety of the off-shoulder is popular with all ages. It is figure-flattering, yet comfortable and it suits almost everyone since most women have beautiful shoulders. Tube tops have made a welcome comeback this year. Style them up with a pair of printed shorts or coloured trousers and show off some skin gracefully! 8. Palazzos These super comfy, flowy pants are perfect for the summer heat. Sport a nonchalant look by wearing a striped palazzo with a plain basic tee or a lace crop top with printed palazzo pants. These wide-legged pants are a popular summer delight for a day out with friends or even for the beach. You can dress them up for a date at night or an early morning walk too! Pleated, printed or plain, palazzo pants are the talk of the season. 9. Overall From ripped denim to cotton to linen, overalls are the most funky and youthful outfits of the lot. They might remind you of your childhood, but adult overalls are super trendy and they really give you a flattering silhouette. Be it short one pieces or full-length dungarees; when styled well, these pieces make you stand out. Wear a white tee with a denim jumpsuit or a striped tank with a white overall-inspired one piece for your summertime pursuits. Welcome the summer with these stunning, fashionable and trendy outfits. With the stunning collection at Shoppers Stop give your wardrobe a glamorous summer makeover and fill it up with easy to slip-on, casual, and stylish outfits. Put on those round shades and embrace the sun! This may contain affiliate links. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Fashion & Style How To Take Care Of Dyed Hair 8:00 PM If you've just colored your hair and you want to keep it healthy, shiny, and colored for a long time, here are some expert tips. How To Take Care Of Dyed Hair Seal In Your New Color When hair has just been colored, its cuticle is still open and porous. The best way to seal hair color into the cuticle is with heat. Using heat on newly colored hair is usually discouraged, but it is extremely beneficial for closing the cuticle with the color so it doesn't get washed out or fade with sunlight or any other external force. Have your hairstylist completely dry and flat iron your hair before you leave. Heat styling hair after coloring adds shine, keeping it from developing a dull look over time. Don't wash your hair for 48 hours after you leave the salon. The hair cuticle is still porous in the first 48-72 hours after a hair color process. Use Color Shampoo and Conditioner Avoid using cleansing or purifying shampoos after your hair color treatment. Color-treated shampoos are designed specifically for colored hair to keep it from pulling the color out. Shampoo less frequently, and apply the shampoo to the scalp, not the entire strand. Your head is what secretes the oil, not the tips of your hair, so if you're shampooing the base of your scalp you will keep your hair clean without over-washing the color. Avoid hard water which which can discolor hair and cause it to fade faster. Moisture shampoos help keep the hair shiny and the color fresh by returning the moisture to it, fighting dryness and over-cleansing. Use cold water to wash your hair. Hot water strips the hair and scalp of its natural oils and makes it look drier. Protecting Hair During Styling Leave-in conditioners, specifically ones designed for color-treated hair, are lifesavers for color treated hair when styling. If you want to style your hair after coloring, find a leave-in or heat protectant spray to coat your hair with it. There are UV protectant products that will protect your hair from sun exposure. Generally avoiding heat styling whenever possible will keep your hair from drying out. Vitamins and Supplements Hair health is largely dependent on vitamins. Taking Vitamin C, Vitamin B and Biotin will increase your natural hair health. Color Retouch Frequency and Regular Trims Frequently coloring your hair exposes it to the risk of overdrying. Touch up your color every six to eight weeks, or longer if you can. Don't double process your hair with highlights or relaxers or per solution shortly after coloring your hair, and keep in mind that treating your hair with two different chemical treatments greatly increases the chance of it becoming dry, dull, and lifeless. Taking care of your hair with washing, heating, and styling will greatly increase the lifetime of your color and the overall health of your hair. Follow these steps and you will maintain beautiful healthy color treated hair for a long time. About the Author: Jacqueline Cao is founder of Her Glow Up, a beauty site offering insider scoops and makeup tips and advice. Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
