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Hello everyone! In this blog, I always talk about the importance of lifestyle to health and wellness.  However, an apple a day doesn�t always keep the doctor away.  We still need to visit the doctor and sometimes go through medical procedures.    In this post, I want to talk about  diagnostic tests ; what each exam is for and what to expect during the procedure.  Going through any diagnostic test would make any person anxious.  It is perfectly normal to feel nervous when your physician orders an exam to diagnose your condition.  However, learning about each exam can give you  peace of mind .   Here are four types of diagnostic tests that can be done at facilities such as Middletown Medical Imaging. Open MRI Scan If you are worried about a traditional MRI scanner, you can ask your physician about an  open MRI scanner .  It features an open design that brings you mental and physical comfort during the procedure.  You m...

Hello everyone! As I told you in previous posts, essential oils can promote healthy hair and scalp.  In fact, I put  tea tree oil in my shampoo to prevent itchy scalp .  But did you know that you can also use essential oils to help promote healthy eyelash hair growth ?  Here's how... All you have to do is put one drop of 100% pure lavender essential oil in your mascara tube right when you open it for the first time.  One tiny drop of essential oil is enough.  Then you just apply as usual. Just 1 drop of pure lavender oil: extends the life of your mascara kills mites and bacteria promotes lash growth strengthens your lashes + it smells amazing! Notes:  Some people claim to have had issues with some kinds of mascara but it has worked well with the mascara brands that I use.    Only use 100% pure lavender essential oil; no added ingredients! I�d love to hear from those of you who have tried this!  Has lavender oil made your lashes longe...

Hello everyone! Let's talk about... bugs.  Warm  spring  weather means that  bugs  and other  pests  come out of hibernation.  As a vegan, I don't want to kill any bugs, but they can be extremely annoying! Of course, many people turn to chemical sprays to get rid of them.  Unfortunately, in addition to having a very unpleasant odour, conventional insect repellents can harm people who have allergies, and even cause health issues, not to mention the harmful effects to the environment. Fortunately, you can repel pests with essential oils .  Here's a recipe for a DIY bug repellent spray ! Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons essential oil/s (list below) 1 tablespoon vodka or rubbing alcohol 1/2 cup  witch hazel 1/2 cup water (or vinegar) 1 teaspoon of vegetable glycerin (optional) Method: Place essential oils in a glass spray bottle.  Add vodka or alcohol and shake well. Pour in witch hazel and shake to combine. Add 1/...

Hello everyone! If you suffer from dry , flaky , itchy scalp , deep treating with a moisturising oil blend,  once or twice a week, can be just what you need.  All you need are a few ingredients to rub into your scalp, leave on for a little while, and then wash out.  Ingredients: 1 tbsp carrier oil (coconut, almond, argan or jojoba oil) 8 drops of essential oil  Recipe #1 - Use for dry, itchy scalp 2 drops rosemary 2 drops lavender 2 drops tea tree 2 drops cedarwood Recipe #2 - Use for dry, flaky scalp 4 drops lemon 2 drops lavender 2 drops peppermint Recipe # 3 - Anti-fungal blend 4 drops tea tree 2 drops lavender 1 drop geranium 1 drop patchouli Recipe # 4 -  Simple recipe for children over 2 1 tbsp carrier oil 1 drop tea tree 1 drop geranium Method: Mix your carrier oil with the essential oils. Massage the mixture into your scalp. Leave on for at least 15-20 minutes. Wash out with a gentle shampoo. Note:   Anytime you try new essential oils...

Hello everyone! I've posted about the many benefits of  lavender essential oil  before, and today I want to elaborate more on the subject.  Keep on reading to find out 12 amazing uses for lavender oil... Acne Take a drop of pure lavender essential oil and apply to acne or pimples.  It should heal within 2-3 days.   Also read:  Treating acne with lavender oil    A migraine headache Mix 3-5 drops of pure lavender essential oil with 1 teaspoon carrier oil (coconut, almond or jojoba) and rub it on the affected area.   Also read:  An introduction to aromatherapy     Insomnia Sprinkle a few drops of pure lavender oil on your pillow, a tissue or handkerchief.  You can also inhale its aroma straight from the bottle before going to sleep.  It also eases anxiety and makes you feel more relaxed.   Also read:  Colouring: The secret to de-stress   Air freshener  Fill a spray bottle with...

Hello everyone! Almost 5 weeks ago (26/02/2018) I had my right upper lobe pierced.  The reason why I got a new piercing is very simple: I already had two piercings in my left ear and I wanted two in my right ear as well.   After binge-watching videos on YouTube about piercings, I decided to make a blog post about my piercings. In my left ear, I have a standard lobe and a tragus piercing. Standard lobe piercing Age:  Around 2 months (1985).   My mum had my lobes pierced as a baby.  It is still fairly common to pierce babies here in Malta and in the 80's when I was born, it was even more so.  In fact, gold earrings were a very popular baptism gift for a baby girl. Needle or gun:  Gun. Pain:  I don't remember. Healing process:  Very easy, according to my mum. Tragus piercing Age:  16 years (back in 2001).  I was a first-year student at Junior College, I was finally free from the dreaded school uniform and the no ...

Hello everyone! Last Sunday I posted An introduction to aromatherapy and I told you that I was planning to post more on this subject.  In this post, I will give you a basic guide to blending essential oils .  Have you ever wanted to make your own essential oil blend but felt totally lost on where to begin?  Perhaps you want to make a  solid perfume or a diffuser blend with an appealing smell.  Essential oils are often grouped together based on their aromas, and these groups are called categories.  Some oils fit into more than one category.  Here are some examples of specific essential oils and the categories they fall into... Essential oil categories Floral: Chamomile, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Violet Exotic: Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang Resinous: Benzoin, Camphor, Fir Needle, Frankincense, Galbanum, Myrrh, Vanilla Absolute Spicy: Aniseed, Bay, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander, Gi...

Hello everyone! Spring is finally here, and that means it's time for spring cleaning.  But this year, more than previous years, I didn't just stop at spring cleaning, I'm also obsessed with spring decorating .  During this charming season, I'm embracing floral patterns, pastels, bright colours, indoor plants, fresh scents, and everything "spring". Today I came across an infographic about simple ways to add a pop of spring to your home and k iss those winter blues goodbye.  Seeing as this is precisely what I'm doing at the moment I want to share this info with all of you. Did you know that your skincare routine needs some spring cleaning too ?  Read more about it here .  And if you are looking for  spring beauty tips, check out more related posts here . Are you ready for spring? 

Hello everyone! I've been using essential oils for a very long time, ever since I fell in love with aromatherapy about 20 years ago.  I always have oil burners, scented candle and reed diffusers around the house and I also use essential oils regularly in my skincare routine.  For those of you who might not know; aromatherapy  is the practice of using essential plant oils for healing body, mind and spirit. Aromatherapy can be performed in several ways, namely: Diffusing a combination of essential oils into the air (or just one single oil) Inhaling oils through the nostrils directly off of a cloth or from the bottle Receiving massage therapy utilizing oils Soaking in an oil-infused bath Rubbing oils directly onto the skin ( diluted with a carrier oil, such as almond, jojoba or coconut oil ) Each essential oil delivers different benefits , some of which include: calming, awakening, energizing, easing pain and more. Aromatherapy can be used to treat a spe...

Hello everyone! It's the end of the year, and you know what that means �  it's time to look back  at the year that was 2016.   In today's post I want to talk about   my 2016 .    For me, this was a year characterised by change...     Twenty-sixteen  was the year in which I became a   vegan .  I've been on a "mostly vegan" diet all my life.  I've never liked meat, eggs or dairy, but I did occasionally eat chicken breast and egg fried rice.  Also, if you read my blog you know that I did use   honey   in my   DIY beauty recipes .  Now I do  not eat or use any animal products.  The reason why I am even mentioning my diet (and lifestyle) on this blog is   because my skin has changed significantly  since I altered my eating habits.   My   acne   went away completely, which is something I was hoping for.  But not only that, my acne ...

Hello everyone! Unless you have been living under a rock, you probably noticed that adult colouring book are all the rage right now.   I wanted to see for myself what the fuss is about, so yesterday I picked up two adult colouring books.   Colouring  is not just an activity for keeping kids busy, it has also been shown to have stress-reducing benefits .   These are my colouring books; 2   Craft Sensations (by Grafix)  Creative Colouring For Adults .  Each book has 160  pretty designs to be coloured in.   I'll make sure to find some time to start colouring these fun designs asap.      Similar books: Supposedly, adult  colouring  books   can help you relax and unwind after a long, stressful day .  Some people even report sleeping better when colouring before bedtime.  I hope this works for me as well since I suffer from insomnia .  I'm hoping  colour...

Hello everyone and  Happy New Year's Eve! Each new year brings a new set of resolutions .  But whether or not you stick to them is up to you!  Fortunately, for beauty-related aspirations -  help is on its way.  Creating a perfect beauty routine is not easy.     Your 90 Day Beauty Calendar  details some things you can incorporate into your lifestyle; from daily, weekly, fortnightly, to monthly practices.    If you think your current beauty regimen needs some alteration for the new year, this guide by   Holland& Barrett  will certainly help. Do you need to update your beauty routine for 2016?