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Vaping: Is It More Than A Trend?

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When it comes to trends, many of us are used to them coming and go; especially as fashion lovers! For example we’ve seen everyone wanting to wear converse trainers with oversize baggy jeans or shell suits day in, day out. They are trends we wouldn’t look twice at now a days, but in the past they were band on trend and everyone wanted to wear them.


Over recently months we have seen vaping become more popular and it is easy to assume that it could just be another passing trend, but it really doesn’t seem to be! Unlike fast fashion where trends do come and go, vaping is something practical which means it has real staying power.

We’re a nation of people who are well aware that smoking is not one of the best habits we can have; and while I’m for everyone making their own health choices it’s good to know there are options to help people give up, should they need/want to! 

The good think about vaping is that websites such as www.simplyeliquid.co.uk allow people to pick from a various flavours and styles, which means that there is something for everyone. This will also allow the trend to stay around, as people mix it up and experiment with different things!

Have you tried vaping?

Debz xx


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Skincare Q&A

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I will admit that I don’t do enough to look after my skin – and at 34 years old, I really should start!

As I don’t really know what makes up good skin care regime (I assume taking off your make-up at the end of a day with a babywipe doesn’t count) I got Dermalogica retailer Pure Beauty’s resident skin therapist to put together some hints and tips for us (mostly me)

1.      Which skincare ingredients should I
avoid?
The main ingredients to avoid include alcohol, mineral oil,
lanolin and of course artificial colours and fragrances. While they may be
included in ‘hydrating’ moisturisers, they are abrasive and can actually dry
your skin out.

2.      How often should I wash my face?
Cleansing your face both morning and evening is one of the
key steps in any skincare regime. Use gentle products and don’t scrub, as doing
so can damage the surface of your skin.

3.      How often should I exfoliate my face?
The frequency of exfoliation depends very much upon your
skin type and the nature of the exfoliant you are using. Daily exfoliants can
be used daily – but only once within a 24 hour period.
Other exfoliants can be used up to three times a week.
Exfoliate either in the morning or in the evening after cleansing and before
applying your toner.

4.      How can I prevent acne?
Acne has many causes and only some of which are directly
related to your skin. In general, regular cleansing and exfoliation using
products targeted to your skin type will help prevent the build-up of sebum and
dead skin cells, which form plugs that can block your pores and create the
perfect environment for bacterial growth.

5.      Should I squeeze spots?
As a general rule, you should never squeeze pustular spots
as it can worsen bacterial infection and can cause the scarring often
associated with severe bouts of acne.
Blackheads can be removed through extraction but your hands
must be very clean and you should wrap your fingers in clean tissue paper as a
shield, which will then collect the residue.

6.      What moisturiser should I use?
You should always use a moisturiser specific to your skin
type. There is not a one-size-fits-all moisturiser and this is where many
people go wrong. Oil control moisturisers are specifically designed for very
oily skin. Active moist and skin smoothing creams are suitable for a
combination of skin types and there are more specific moisturisers for dry or prematurely
aging skin.

7.      How do I get rid of bags under my eyes?
It is very difficult to get rid of bags under your eyes due
to their delicate nature and the fact that it can simply be a hereditary trait.
Plenty of sleep is the best thing, but you must also avoid using your
moisturiser on the delicate area beneath your eye. The ingredients in most
moisturisers are too strong and it can be a contributing factor.

8.      What causes dry skin?
The main cause of dry skin is your genetic makeup but age
and environmental factors play a large part. It is also important to
differentiate between dry skin (lack of natural sebum) or dehydrated skin (lack
of water) in the skin. A moisturiser is used for dry skin, while a toner is
more suited for dehydrated skin.

9.      How do I get rid of dry skin?
Dry skin can be aggravated by cold weather conditions
outside and the drying central heating in our workplaces and homes. A well-designed
and maintained skincare regime using products specifically recommended for use
will help you combat dry skin.

10.  How do I get rid of oily skin?

Using products designed for oily skin will help you combat
this skin issue. There are many products on the market that are deigned to
absorb excess sebum in the skin, while regularly using masks designed for oily
skin will be beneficial.

Sounds easy doesn’t it? What top tip would you give?

Debz x
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Keep Your Curves and Stay Fit Without Stepping Foot Inside a Gym

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Keep Your Curves and Stay Fit Without Stepping Foot Inside a
Gym
I am sure by now you guys know that I am a fatty who is more
than comfortable with how she looks. However, that doesn’t mean that I don’t
like to try and be active. I tried the gym once and realised quickly that it
wasn’t for me – however if you like to go to the gym that’s OK too! I prefer to
stay active in otherways – once that are less costly for a start!
Walking
Do you know what people do when they go to the gym and step
on a treadmill? Walk. The idea bemuses me. Why you would go to an indoor place
to walk. None the less, people do it in droves. Me, however, I prefer to walk
outdoors. And outdoor walking has made such an improvement to my life that I
can’t praise it enough. Whether I am walking around the block or talking a walk down the prom, the fresh air and cardio activity have a great
impact on my physical and mental health.
Yoga
If you think that a plus sized girl can’t do yoga, I am here
to tell you otherwise.  I know lots of friends that take part in plus size yog and really, really enjoy it. I thought I would see what was available in plus sizes and I was surprised at the selection available! I headed to
the Groupon page for JD Sports and could see lots that would suit many of you! I can imagine a yoga class being as fun and friendly as the plus size dance class of Ashleighs that I attended a few months back, so I really need to try one!
Incidental Exercise
This is a trick that I actually picked up from one of my
yoga friends – incidental exercise. She was telling me that the time I climbed
the stairs at home or walked to the printer at work all counted as small forms
of exercise. The trick, she taught me, was to make the most of them. Now, when
I walk up the stairs to go to bed, I take two steps up, one down, then three
steps up. A small increase in the amount of steps I walk makes a difference.
When I need something from the printer at work, I choose to go the long way and
add a few extra steps to the count. I quickly learned that small instances like
this all added up!

If you like to stay active but can’t stand the gym, these
are great ways for you to keep your body and mind active without the need for a
gym membership! 

Debz x

A New Years Revolution

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I remember a few years ago, sitting around a table on New Years Day with a whole host of people – all catching up about their New Years Eve over a cup of tea. As it so often does, the conversation turned to the changes people had planned for the New Year and of course their resolutions. It seemed to go almost like clockwork around the table as people told everyone else of their plans – to walk more, to go swimming 3 times a week, to give up sugary drinks etc. Then it became ‘my turn’… I immediately said that I had made none – and was met with silence. I don’t think it was that people thought I should “improve” myself but more that they couldn’t believe I didn’t want to change anything – they were flabbergasted.


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That’s the thing isn’t it? It isn’t about what we have always wanted to change or what made us unhappy in September but instead a date in a calendar tells us that we simply must think of a flaw and work to improve it.


Now, don’t get me wrong. I am always someone that feels you should make the improvements you want to make. If there is a part of your life that is holding you back or is affecting your life negatively then you can make the changes you need to – if and when you want to. However don’t allow the date on a calendar dictate that you must do that now,


It’s a difficult one – because for many people 1st January can be the motivational date they need to make changes they have always wanted. It’s the month of searching for new jobs, clearing out your wardrobe and making other changes you want. 


Of course you can’t mention New Year resolutions without weight loss talk and eating “better”. I will say this – your body is your body and you are the only person who has to live in it. If you want to make changes then I will never tell you not to – do what you need to be happy! That said; don’t allow the world that you NEED to change. Do whatever you need to do for your body but only because you want to. Your body, your rules. And if you do want to change anything about your body then don’t use a marked date on the calendar tell you that now is the time to do it. Do it when you’re ready and not a minute soon.


This New Year make your resolution to be part of a revolution and vow not to make any changes at all. You are perfectly fine this January just as you were before New Years Eve and don’t you forget it! Use your time now to think about all you have achieved, overcome, helped others achieve and so much more. Think about the times you have laughed, lived and enjoyed yourself. You did all of that without having to “improve” your body and you can do it again in 2016!


That said, if you are wanting to use the start of a new year to start a fresh then Sophie from Busy Little Fee has come up with a great idea – 16 in 16. Read all about it here. Her at lots of bloggers have put together the things that they would like to achieve this year. These aren’t on a whim ideas or was to change your body, but instead solid ideas on what they want to have happen this year. Give it a read!



Debz xx


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