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Hello everyone! Happy New Year's Eve!  I thought it would be a good idea to share my goals for the new year (aka resolutions), maybe they can inspire some of you. I believe that you should set goals any time, but with the start of a new year it's a good idea to start afresh!  Here are some of my goals for 2015 : Keep exercising daily  - I try to hoop for at least one hour everyday and I love it.  With hooping your can burn 400-600 calories per hour while having fun and feeling great.  If you want to know more about hooping, click here .   Sometimes I also workout using full length videos from BeFiT and FitnessBlender .  If one of your goals is to get in shape or lose weight, I suggest you check out those links! Make more time for piano practice  - A few years ago, I bought a keyboard and was determined to learn how to play the piano.  Years went by and I haven't practiced nearly as much as I should have.  So this year I will make it a p...

Hello everyone! The cold weather has finally arrived here in Malta!   As we all know, winter can be extremely hard on our skin.  The cold, dry air during this season takes moisture from our skin, leaving it looking dull and dry.   Additionally, many comforts we seek from the cold such as; long baths, hot showers and indoor heating  sources , all contribute to dry our skin even further, making it flaky and itchy. As I told you in  a previous post , temperature variations can take a toll on our skin and as the seasons change, so do our skin care needs.  Below you will find 10 simple tips for healthy winter skin and in the infographic below you�ll find even more details on how to avoid dryness and stay moisturised . Moisturise with SPF Avoid hot water Drink more water Use oil-based moisturisers Go natural Exfoliate Wear gloves Wear  lip balm Humidify Avoid acne treatments source Change up your skin care routine this winter and enjoy ...

Hello everyone! Sometimes it�s hard to stay focused on our work; whether it's our job, school, or even blogging.  This is why I decided to share my tips on how I personally stay focused and get things done.  Here are my 5 essentials for staying productive & focused! 1. To-Do list  Every night, before bedtime, create a to-do list with a set of things you need to complete.  Most of the time, it is actually easier to do things when you know what you need to do.  Don�t try to tackle too many tasks in one day.  You�ll feel very satisfied when you see everything checked off at the end of the day. Also, if one of the items on your to-do list is getting your small business off the ground, check out   Kabbage.com .  It's the world�s fastest and easiest way to get funds to grow your business.   Kabbage  prides themselves on helping entrepreneurs who are striving to achieve their goals  by providing  small business loans ....

Hello everyone! Christmas is, undoubtedly, my favourite time of the year.   N onetheless , i t is easy to get lost in the haste of activity during the holiday season.  So my wish is that you may get time to take in the true meaning of the season and have a Very Merry Christmas ! �Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before!  What if Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store.  What if Christmas...perhaps...means a little bit more!�  ?  Dr. Seuss ,  How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Hoping you can feel love, joy, and peace this Christmas.

Hello everyone! Christmas is almost here and for many of us, this is a great time of year for catching up with family and friends .  However, you should not let this be an excuse to overindulge !  Here are ten tips to help you have a healthier party season .   Keep the focus on fun , not food Stock your fridge, freezer and pantry with healthy food options. Eat regular meals during the daytime before  parties . Don't sit down all day. Exercise  regularly . Don�t eat every bit of food placed in front of you.   Think before you eat! Go easy on the desserts, but enjoy the ones you have. Limit your alcohol consumption. Re-hydrate !  Drink plenty of water . Get some quality sleep . "Wishing that the holiday season illuminates your soul, brings joy to your heart, with fun that lasts forever!" ' Tis the season to be jolly; not stuffed and  hangover !  If you have more tips for a healthier party season, share them in the comment section belo...

Hello everyone! Today I want to share with you an all-natural DIY nail soak for strong, healthy fingernails.  This is perfect for those of you who want to grow long fingernails .  All you need are two simple ingredients!  Here's the recipe ...  Ingredients: 1/2 cup water 1/2 tablespoon plain gelatin Method: Boil the water. Put the gelatin in a glass and pour the boiling water over it. Mix thoroughly until well combined. How to use: Let the mixture cool until warm. Soak your nail for about 5 minutes. Take fingers out and massage the mixture on your nails and cuticles. Rinse well. Use several times a week and you should see results in just 2 weeks ! Tips: Pour any unused mixture into a resealable container and keep refrigerated.  Of course, gelatin will firm up quickly in the fridge.   Next time you want to pamper your nails,  just scoop out the desired amount and warm it in a microwave for a few seconds.  It will melt quickly and be ready to use! ...

Hello everyone! A few months ago I blogged about the  Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and their online petition  asking P&G  to   remove cancer-causing chemicals from cosmetics . This time the  Campaign for Safe Cosmetics � investigation of   L�Oreal   products exposed a shocking use of carcinogens in its eye make-up.  They also found cancer-causing chemicals in nail polish and hair products made by   L�Oreal �s brands   Maybelline   and   Garnier   as well as potential contamination with cancer-causing chemicals in anti-ageing creams. Learn more about what they discovered in L�Oreal make-up and personal care products . TAKE ACTION today and tell L�Oreal you want cosmetics without cancer! Do you usually read the ingredient list before buying a new beauty products?  I do.   It might sound like a lot of work to study every ingredient before buying a product, but keep in mind that what you�re doing is pro...

Hello everyone! The  cold weather  is finally here.  The current temperature in Malta is 13 � C (55 � F) which might not be cold for some of you, but it's pretty cold for Malta!  So in today's post, I will show you  25 gifts  that are  perfect for the cold winter weather .  Take a look at my picks:    #1  Cute Panda Sleeping Mask  #2  Lemon Tea Strainers Silicone Filter Infuser #3  Plush Cushion Comfy Hand Warmer Pillow #4  USB Mug Warmer #5  Cute Bear Warm Pillow Back Cushion Blanket Folded Thin Quilt #6  Faux Fur Outdoor Hat #7  Warm Hand-knitted Hat with Two Dangling Poms #8  Faux Fur Outdoor Hat  #9  Cat's Ear And Pompoms Design Knitted Head-wear #10  Winter Thick Warm Scarf  Cute Animal Pattern #11  Soft Big Grids Print Thickened Warm Scarf  #12  Winter Thick Warm Scarf Solid Color  #13  Knitted Touch Screen Gloves Heart Pat...

Hello everyone! I spent the last couple of days decorating my house!  Getting  everything   ready  for the holiday season is exhausting, but definitely worth it.   However, today I'm back with another holiday gift guide.  For this post, I picked women's jewellery under $10 !  So, if you are looking for a beautiful budget-friendly gift , take a look at my picks: Multi Shell Starfish Decor Bracelet Pearl Clustered Bracelet Vintage Black Beaded Choker Collar Bib Necklace Regal Collar Necklace Elegant Mint Green Flower Multilayer Design Pretty Blue Rhinestone Necklace Delicate Gold Flower Rhinestone Necklace Posh Pendant Necklace Boho Multi-layer Pearl Decor Bracelet Posh Steel Ball Bracelet Earring Fashion Shinning Crystal Drill Sterling Silver Auricular Needle Anti Allergy Design 1Pc Elegant Bracelet Glittered Tiny Colorful Rhinestones Design Bracelet Popular Multi-layer Pearl Decor Bracelet Posh Steel Ball Bracelet Pretty Rhinestone Pea...

Hello everyone! December is here and t hat  means  the Holidays have arrived.  This year I'm going to post various holiday gift guides .    This first gift guide is all about that special  make-up junkie in your life, be it your sister, mother, girlfriend or wife.   So, if you are looking for the perfect present , take a look at my picks: Stila  Radiant Beauty Set This set includes a One Step Illuminate, Convertible Color Dual Lip & Cheek Cream in peony, All Over Shimmer Liquid Luminizer in rose gold and Lip Glaze in guava.  And a  gold bangle by BaubleBar, plus a $10 gift card to baublebar.com.   Stila  Best of Black Set This set includes a Jewel Eye Shadow in black diamond, Smudge Stick Waterproof Eye Liner in stingray, Stay All Day� Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner in intense black and Major Major Lash Mascara in black.  And a bracelet by BaubleBar, plus a $10 gift card to baublebar.com.   Stila  ...