MISS LITRATISTA: May 2013

Going Natural with My Skin Essentials

To be honest, one of the things that hit my self-esteem big time is not having a perfect flawless skin. I have always been suffering from breakouts every now and then because of an underlying hormonal problem. During treatment periods, I would achieve the skin status that I want but since treatment regimens also require a refractory period, I have no other choice but to discontinue them and be wary of having pimples again.

Ever since then, I was always on the lookout for beauty products which do not only treat my acne-prone skin but will eventually take care of it in the long run. I have always been scared and cautious when it comes to using drugstore brands in getting rid of my pimples because most of them contain tretinoin and hydroquinone. These two are considered to be very effective in pimple treatments however I have to veer away from them because instead of getting the best from these two, my hypersensitivity with them only worsen my skin condition.

I was happy when I stumbled upon my photographer friend Alan's posts in FB regarding My Skin Essentials. Alan and his wife Jenny created this skin care brand to cater to the various needs of individuals when it comes to skin care. My alarming skin condition made me want to try their products which I found out to be free from harmful ingredients like parabens and hydroquinone. I realized it was time to make a switch and give my skin the care it deserves.

As of the moment, My Skin Essentials has five sets of skincare products available, namely:

The Ultra White Facial Set - a complete system to effectively fade out skin pigmentation, pimple marks, melasma and dark spots
The Revitalizing Pinkish Glow Set - formulated to nourish, revitalize and lighten the skin
The Acne Perfecting Facial Set - formulated to effectively exfoliate and lift out dead skin cells, prevent pimples and remove acne marks for a flawless radiant and smooth skin
The Extreme White Underarm Set - enriched with natural exfoliating properties to lessen fine lines and skin discoloration in the underarms
The Ultra White Body Set - made up of a wonderful blend of nutrients, plant and fruit extracts that effectively whitens, exfoliates and fades out skin pigmentation

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choosing the right cologne

How Do You Pick the Right Cologne?

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best gifts for men

5 Gifts to Impress Your Man

It is not easy to find the perfect gift to give your better half yet you need to choose the best on the market. This is because a gift usually makes your man regard you differently. Therefore you need to choose wisely.

Men are not hard to please, because they do not have complicated needs. Therefore, getting a gift for your man may not be that hard. The bottom line is that you have to get something that will make the special man in your life happy. There are several items that have wide appeal for men of all ages and personalities. Let us look at them.

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Gadgets

Men love electronic gadgets, whether electronic or manual. You cannot enter any man’s house and fail to find a gadget of some sort in it. Ranging from television sets, music systems, computers, video games, Swiss army knives and more, you will most definitely find a man who loves one of this. Men don’t only love the gadgets; they love the latest versions of each item. To make your man happy, do some research and find out the gadget that makes him happy. Then get an accessory that complements it or get a better version than what he has. You will have. Some of the top gadgets you can use include:

• Portable DVD player for travelling

• Swiss army knife

• Creative Labs nomad II Digital Player

• The Winemaster Corkscrew

Men love gadgets, include them in your “to give” list. These are just examples of some of the gadgets you can get for your man to make his day.

Wrist watch

Men love wristwatches. This is because they represent both a fashion statement as well as a useful tool especially when they are professionals who love keeping time. With advances in technology, watches nowadays come with advanced features which include illumination, alarms, trackers and GPS. You can impress your man by getting him a watch that will serve his interests. For example, you can get an executive watch for your working boyfriend or get a sporty one if he likes going for biking or hiking. One example of a sports watch is Nike’s Triax 50 that goes for $99. You can pick this especially if your man is the sporty kind.

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The good thing with wristwatches is that they come in a variety of styles and shapes. You can get watches ranging from leather watches to gold watches, unique watches to sporty watches to pick for your man. These watches add a spice to your man’s fashion as well as make them look chic. Most of the watches are absolutely gorgeous and come in a wide range of colors and styles.

A watch is a good idea for a gift. Make your man get surprised by offering a unique and customized watch that will take a special place in your man’s heart. There are watches out there that don’t need batteries for them to work there are some that are scratch resistant as well as water resistant. Getting a watch for your man is one of the fancy ideas for your man.

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choosing the right colour of sunglasses

Choosing the Right Colour of Sunglasses

Growing up close to a very popular lake in the region, I had loads of fun experiences by the lakeside, as I’m sure many who grow up or live by the water can identify with. Every summer, my parents would take us to enjoy the hot sunny day by the lakeside. I always enjoyed frequenting the sunglasses stands where they sold all kinds of sunglasses available at that time at very steep discounts and affordable prices. Of particular importance to me was the colour of the glasses in the sunglasses themselves as they registered a unique and pleasurable form of beauty in my eyes that no words could explain or describe.

I have always been mesmerised by the spectacular beauty and the ecstatic magnificence of colours, and if you share this feeling with me, you can probably appreciate why I was so intrigued - as a kid I wondered why some were black, others were brown or blue or even green, yet still others were a complex mixture of all these colours and more. I could understand the fact that the availability of variety was well appreciated, but my problem was the science behind this variety. Physics was one of my favourite subjects in high school and while many people hated it or found it rather challenging to grasp, I found the opportunity to satisfy my curiosity of sunglasses; and I was amazed by my research and discoveries.

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It is obvious today that most people don't really want to get to know more about the products that they purchase or consume frequently apart from the fact that they work or do the job that they are intended to do. The market is more interested with the instant-coffee approach or plug-and-play kind of products with no hassle about the whys and hows of the products. While this approach may work for several people and even be beneficial in some cases, it is important to have an idea of the science or logic behind the working or operations of a product before purchasing it, in order to make wise or more-informed buying decisions. Having an appreciable knowledge or at least some rough idea of how sunglasses actually work or manage to do their magic so effortlessly, can help you make a better choice at the store that is just right for your eyes or the eyes of your loved ones.

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best wool types for knit outwear

Top 5 Best Wool Types for Making Knit Outwear

Amongst all other clothing materials, wool has its importance. Wool is a luxury item as it is one of the best insulating fibers. The use of wool in clothing or any other accessory helps in keeping the person warm and away from cold temperate or moisture. The intricate wool fiber makes the clothing very comfortable adds grandeur to it. Wool comes in different types, each with its own distinct property which can be utilized in a unique way. For many decades only ships wool was manufactured and used in clothing and textile industry but now with advanced knowledge of the surroundings, men have been able to use animals such as rabbits, goats, camel, etc. to obtain high quality wool.

The characteristics displayed by the wool type determine the pathway of its use. Length, diameter, crimp, luster, color and the feel are all impertinent factors which can alter the entire use of the fabric. For example, if the wool has too much crimp the fabric will turn out to be rough whereas just the natural crimp in the wool would give a softer feel. Colors are not a matter of worry as most of the wool can be easily dyed into any color the manufacturer wants.

Top 5 Best Wool Types for Making Knit Outwear

Camel hair:

For a soft, lightweight and durable fabric, camel hair is the best option. The natural color concludes of a golden brown shade but can be dyed according to the customer’s preferences. Camel hair is one of the most expensive wool types because the harvesting process is way too costly. This is why most of the fabric is a mixture of camel and sheep wool in order to make it affordable. Elite class of a society prefers camel hair wool because of its extravagance fabric.

Angora:

Angora wool is made from the hair of the Angora rabbit. It has a soft feel and is lightweight. They are popular for wearing in cold weathers as the fibers have the characteristic of retaining heat. The fabric is very comfortable to wear and thus used mostly in outerwear such as sweaters.

Sheep’s wool:

The top most in demand and widely used wool is the sheep’s wool. It is common in all the countries because it is accessible almost anywhere and the fabric is also extremely flexible. Since the market of a sheep’s wool is huge, the qualities they can be found differ as well. There are high-quality, medium-quality and coarser wool in the market and all are bought by the customer according to their preferences. However, for knit outerwear only the finest-quality is used. The characteristics such as wrinkle-resistant and static-free make the use of sheep’s wool extensive.