Month: October 2018

Two Biggest Pros and Cons of an Outdoor Wedding

Planning a wedding is equal parts exciting, stressful and wonderful. Once you have a ring on your finger and you’ve had your engagement party, you’re going to be dreaming day and night about that perfect day. There are so many decisions that need to be made, and you first need to prioritize. There’s no point in choosing the flower arrangements and centerpieces if you don’t have a venue chosen, is there? And speaking of the venue, the first thing you have to answer is: indoors or outdoors? Let’s look at the pros and cons:

Con: the weather

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It’s the first thing everyone thinks about when you mention an outdoor wedding, because it’s one of the few things you absolutely cannot control. And it’s true: the weather conditions on the day can make or break a wedding. So, if you live in a place where the weather tends to change rapidly, you need to have a secondary option, like going inside or hiding under a tent. Secondly, you need to choose the right season. In some places, spring is perfect because the weather is beautiful, the flowers are blooming and it’s not unbearably hot. But if spring, where you live, is filled with showers, harsh winds, and unexpected weather swings, then you might want to consider a different season. If you’re planning a destination wedding, make sure you check the average temperatures and weather conditions at the time you’re planning the ceremony.

Pro: the scenery and view

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There is just no denying it: outdoor weddings are some of the most beautiful you will ever see. Whether it’s a morning ceremony surrounded by nature that is just waking up or an evening party filled with lanterns and stars, some of the most beautiful venues are outdoors, surrounded by nature. Just by looking at the outdoor wedding venues in Sydney you can see how a combination of sea, sky, a beautiful view and a great location can make a wedding look like a fairy tale. You often don’t need too many decorations because nature is doing it for you, and if it’s a clear, sunny day you will have some of the most beautiful photos you have ever seen. If you want the security of the indoors with the beauty of the outdoors, you can consider a venue that offers you both, with the seating inside and a large outdoor space for lounging, pictures and generally hanging out.

Sure, there will be other factors that you can consider, like the pricing of the venue, the music volume, nearby areas and neighborhoods that might require the event to end early, etc. In the end, you should choose a location that speaks to you and that allows you to have the wedding of your dreams. Remember that not all outdoor venues are the same, and you should look at all of your options before making a decision. And even if the weather goes bad or the cake melts in the heat, you will still have some amazing memories and a story to tell.

Best Homemade Creams for all Seasons

Buying all the needed products for your skin to remain pretty can burn quite a hole in your pocket. It is simply too difficult to find one product that will offer you complete nurturing. However, you’ve probably already noticed that many of those creams have more or less similar if not the same ingredients. There is Aloe Vera, vitamin E, glycerine, squalene etc. and believe it or not, you can find all these in your own kitchen. Here are some of the best recipes for homemade creams.

Moisturizing olive oil night cream

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The main ingredient of this cream is, as said, olive oil, because it locks your skin’s moisture. The other important ingredient is coconut oil because it adds beauty and health to your skin.

Mix half a cup of extra virgin olive oil with 1 spoon beeswax together in a saucepan on low heat until it is melted. Next, crush two capsules of vitamin E and add it to the mixture. Allow it all to cool. Store the cream in a container at room temperature and use it during the next 2-3 months.

Glycerine cream

This is a great winter cream, since glycerine helps restore moisture, and the other ingredient, coconut oil, replenishes your skin’s health with its antifungal powers. On the other hand, rose water in combination with almond oil will give it a fresh appeal.

Take a double boiler and add 1 tablespoon of almond oil and a tablespoon of coconut oil in it. Heat it together so the ingredients blend completely. Remove the boiler from the head and then add 1 tablespoon of glycerine and 1 tablespoon of rose water to the mixture. Store this cream in a container and use it every night before going to bed.

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Cocoa butter wrinkle-fighting cream

This is a cream for chapped and dull skin, and also the best homemade cream for wrinkles.

Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa butter, 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of virgin olive oil to the boiler and heat until all the ingredients are mixed properly. Next, cut the heat, allow it to cool and store it in a container. Use it as a night cream every night before bed.

Green tea detox cream

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This cream will help you remove impurities caused by pollution, and Aloe Vera in it will restore your skin’s health.

Mix 1 tablespoon of beeswax with 1 tablespoon of almond oil in a double boiler and let it boil until it melts completely. Remove the mix from the heat and add 1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera juice. Finally, add a tablespoon of green tea extract, a tablespoon of essential oil and a tablespoon of rose water and store it in a container.

Aloe Vera anti-acne cream

Aloe Vera is great for treating acne and blemishes. This cream is easily prepared and can be used daily since this plant nourishes skin and makes it soft, young and supple.

Take two tablespoons of Aloe Vera extract from the plant and mix it with 1 teaspoon of lavender oil. Add a teaspoon of primrose oil to the mix and blend it together. Store the mixture in a container.

Skin lightening cream

Turmeric is known as an old remedy for various conditions, while sandalwood and saffron add to its benefits. Yogurt makes it smooth and almonds enrich it with essential nutrients. If you use it regularly, you will get the amazing results.

Soak 7-8 almonds overnight and then peel them before grinding them into a smooth paste. Add half a cup of yogurt, a teaspoon of turmeric, 4-5 drops of lemon juice, a teaspoon of sandalwood powder and 3-4 saffron strands to the mix and blend it until it’s smooth.

This cream lasts for a week if refrigerated.

…or lotions that prevent overtanning?

However, sometimes skin lightening isn’t good for your skin, and in terms to prevent overtanning pale skin you can use some cosmetics to get tanned smoothly and without red marks (or dark spots on your skin). To get the best results in natural tanning, make sure you have an organic tanning lotion for daily use. Not only it will help you prevent getting marks from the sun, but it will hydrate your skin during hot weather.

Avocado anti-aging cream

Avocado is packed with vitamins A, B, C, E, and K, as well as minerals like magnesium and potassium. Use this cream at night to make your skin supple and soft.

Mash one avocado and make a smooth paste, add 1 egg to a blender and mix it with avocado until it all turns into a smooth paste. Apply this cream twice a week and store it somewhere dry and cold.

What do you think about these recipes? Do you have some more you would like to share? Let us know.