How to apply your mascara? First I recommend you not to apply mascara on the lower lashes to avoid overloading your eyes. Instead, start by applying a touch of eyeliner on your eyelashes to make the black more intense. Also think of powdering them if you want thicker eyelashes effect. You can also curl your lashes with an eyelash curler if you want them to look bigger. My favorite trick is to hold the mirror at the chin (instead of in front), the application is much better. If you have trouble applying your mascara, know that twisting the brush will help you a lot.
> If you prefer a very light application without packages, a new method has arrived there are few on the net: take your eyelash comb and apply a touch of mascara on the length like this. Gently wipe the comb on your eyelashes and here you are!
> Today,there are tons of brands that claims selling "unique" mascaras, described as revolutionary. In fact, the result differs mainly due to the mascara’s brush, a basic mascara gives a very natural effect not particularly stretching or bending. The fine fiber-based mascara brush will give you the illusion of longer eyelashes. Besides mascara with thick brush will be called "volumizing" because they give thickness (but beware of the packages!) Personally I have a big preference for all thz fiber-based mascaras because the spider effect is not really my thing.
> If you rather prefer to have a "cat-eyes" look ; apply mascara on the ends to give the impression of longer eyes. You can also add individual fake eyelashes (only on the ends) to amplify the effect.
> If you want to take care of your eyelashes or simply make them grow faster: it was rumored that castor oil helps a lot!
> Finally, if your mascara starts drying, do not hesitate to add two or three drops of olive oil to bring it back to life.
> Now here is the DIY of the day! You've always wanted to try false eyelashes? With an old brush you can create it yourself. Simply cut a few hairs of the brush to align it on a piece of plastic glue it with eyelash adhesive. The glue dried, take off the fake eyelashes of the plastic and glue the other side. When the glue is completely dry, apply black eyeliner on the dried glue.Cut false eyelashes according to your preferences and you're done! This is what the result might look like .

If like me you do not tan or if you simply like to be tanned all year, this article is for you. You have probably already understood; I am going to speak you about self-tanners. As some of you know, self-tanners are known to abound of questionable ingredients. Some are also very good at staining your clothes or at giving a beautiful orange-carrot look. Organic Self-tanners however do not contain comedogenic or even dangerous ingredients. Nonetheless, they are made of natural actives that give the skin a very natural tanned look. But then we fall again on the problem of the organics products: the price!
So I have a solution for you, a powder called natural DHA. It is obtained by fermentation of corn or sugar cane. It is naturally present in the composition of plants. It is said to be non-toxic and harmless for health, the active ingredient goes on the upper layers of the skin and therefore is not absorbed by the skin .These sugars react and produce brown pigments that give color to the tanned skin. How to make your own self-tanner? The powder is available on Aromazone for 3.5 euros, just add it to your cream. It is advisable to shed between 1-3% for a healthy glow and up to 8% for a self-tanning effect. Moreover if you want a harmonious and lasting result, you just have to scrub your skin before. Then, after applying the self-tanner do not forget to wash your hands thoroughly.
Otherwise it is also possible to use the “Egypt henna” as a self-tanner! You can do it in a salon but if you do not want it to cost you an arm and a leg you can also do it yourself by mixing henna with a little bit of water and let it dry where you want to be tanned. Finally : henna is also very useful to scrub and soften the skin, it tightens pores and to calm complexion.

Why do we tan ? To protect our skin from the rays of the sun our body produces melanin, this latter makes us get tan .The tan is simply the result of skin protection. Many tricks are known to prepare the skin to get tan, like eating foods rich in carotenes such as (raw carrots, apricots, spinach, mangoes, melons ..) Here we focus on two types of ultraviolet radiation: The UVB (which partially penetrate the skin, 10 to 20% reach the dermis layer beneath the epidermis) and UVA (less energy than UVB, so they have a greater ability to penetrate into the skin, 20 to 30% reach the mid-dermis). Together, these rays can both make you age prematurely, increase the risk of skin cancer, give you the posibilit of sunbathing , and can also give you bad sunburn. The sun (not necessarily in high quantity) is the cause of 90% of the wrinkles, however, it takes between 20 and 30 years to see these damages. Despite all these adverse effects our bodies need vitamin D, so the sun. The solution ? Using daily a "SPF" (Sun Protecting Factor), the clearer your skin is ,higher the the SPF should be.
But have you ever wondered what actually contained these sunscreens that are supposed to protect you? Some creams reflect only UVB rays, and thus avoid burn but does nothing to protect from the skin cancer or premature aging of the skin. According to the Environmental Working Group who tests for the overall toxicity of products, said that 75% of our sunscreens contain toxic chemicals that can increase your risk of cancer and other health issues. Studies have proven, yet even the biggest brands continue to incorporate these toxic elements. Sunscreen’s ingredients absorb into the blood, and some have toxic effects. Some release skin-damaging free radicals in sunlight, some act like estrogen and disrupt hormones, and several can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation.... There are some chemical filters that you must avoid at all costs : Medal of the two most dangerous filters goes back to 4-MBC (methylbenzylidenecamphor), a strong endocrine disruptor, and also goes to the oxybenzone, hormonal disturbance . But the list is much longer: Para amino benzoic acid, octyl salicyclate, Cinoxate, dioxybenzone, Phenylbenzimidazole, Homosalate, menthyl anthranilate, Octocrylene, methoxycinnamate are also to avoid. Also, check if your product contains vitamin A (considered as a potential accelerator of skin tumors) it is often seen in the form of "retinyl palmitate" or "retinol." These products are very toxic to the environment ; when you go for a swim, a quarter of your cream remains in the water, it prevents the sun from entering the water, the corals die at the seabed, fish disappear.
So how to find a non-toxic sunscreen? I could just tell you: go buy an organic one . But sunscreens are expensive, especially if you want a natural and safe product. So I have a better solution for you, a do-it-yourself as simple as cheap. We need to replace these chemical filters with a mineral filter that guarantees a good protection. Zinc Oxide is a perfect mineral filter, it is also known to achieve the best sunscreens. It costs 1.9 euro for 50 grams on Aromazone. You simply have to mix it with your favorite daily cream. The more you add zinc oxide the higher the SPF is; it is advisable to put 15 to 40% zinc oxide.
How to prolong your tan? Scrub your body just before exposing to the sun . Do not forget to hydrate your body as dry skin peel and lose the tan faster. Even with a good Sunscreen , sunburn are sometimes unavoidable, here are some natural tips to calm a burned skin: 1) lavender essential oil: 20 drops with 1 ounce of aloe vera and mix in a spray bottle. Keep in the fridge and spritz after sun exposure. . 2) Apple cider vinegar helps to avoid blisters, itch and pain. Add a cup of cider vinegar in a cold bath. 3) Coconut oil (which smells wonderful) is also a great remedy for burns, and can especially be used as a low SPF protection ... The following article will reveal how to stay tan all year without being exposed, and this naturally!

The No-Poo method could simply be reduced to the old way of washing the hair, I explained it briefly a few days ago: washing the hair with baking soda and rinsing with a little bit of vinegar. This technique works ,it is proved. But not everyone has the same type of hair, the most curly hair are most vulnerable to the drought and to breakage . As it is a product that everyone can have easyly , I advise you to test it , at least to start your periode of transition. This is what I did while waiting waiting for making an order on a website that is now one of my favorites.
This wensite is called Chagrin Valley (well I agree, the name is a bit odd haha!) This website gives the possibility of buy a range of 100% natural products: Creams, bath products, products for children, products for foot, for the hair, for the face, for the body etc.. I insist on the fact that they are completely natural products. « Chagrin Valley natural hair care products contain nature's plant oils and butters, pure essential oils and organic botanical infusions, which are easily absorbed, moisturizing and nourishing to your hair and scalp. Nothing artificial, nothing synthetic, just wholesome natural ingredients. Indulge your hair with natural shampoos, hair conditioners and hair rinses and enjoy fabulous healthy hair!”Their shampoo bars are made on the US, I never had any problem with my orders. And in fact, I have always done my orders with two friends of mine, one with very straight volumeless hair and one with African hair. It's worth adding that the shampoo bars are categorized: in case of dry hair ,in case of greasy hair, in case of dandruff, in case of brittle hair or in case of volumeless hair. My two friends have been able to find their happiness and it is also my case with my wavy / curly hair. The shampoo bars last very long, I would say the equivalent of four bottles of shampoo and cost on average 7$ . If the prices are too high for your budget I've seen that there were shampoo bars for sale on Amazon and on eBay, but I can't tell you more about it because I've never tested them! I think I looked at the question from all sides... If you're like me you've probably already fallen for the website's design, I let you rummage through the website. If you have any questions, click on the colored bar down below!

Lies, lies, lies, lies everywhere! “You hair will be bring back to life, cared, shiny, glossy and soft” they told you. But take a look at the back of all these products and notice these words that end with « thicone », « thiconol », « siloxane » or « silane ». Well, those ingredients are often (even always) used in hair care products are called “silicone”. This silicone that are shown to you as beneficial, even as divine product , in fact wraps your hair and therefore suffocates it. Your natural care products can't penetrate the hair anymore. The silicone acts like an illusion, a “cover-up” as your hair is dying under the silicone. So don’t be fooled by all those advertisements! I mean.. Silicone is a kind of plastic, like the product used to block up the windows! (And surprise, surprise, would you believe; it is also called « silicone » ). Moreover, your hair can take up to a month to get rid of all these chemicals. So, here are all the cons of silicones. But we can’t say that is doesn’t coat the hair, so how replace it? Well, I have the natural solution! All the pros, without the cons are gathered in a natural product called the "silicon vegetal". This product is buyable on Aromazone but I find it quite expensive.
So here is the DIY of the day : Aromazone, sell also a product called "Gomme Carraghénane, and with this product you can create the "silicon vegetal". Put a little tablespoon of this powder on a glass of hot water, add a pinch of salt . Wait until it cools down, and here we are! This products makes your hair soft , shiny, stronger.It does not grease the hair, it can also be used to protect the hair before straightening it... Now say hello to your new best friend !