Jordan Jay Fly

 

Two weeks ago I was going to the supermarket by foot with my boyfriend when he suddenly told me there was a bird on the side of the street. We immediately realized he fell down from his nest which was built on the top of a 3 meters high pillar. He was scared and nervious, moreover he was trembling. We took an empty box and after several minutes of attempts we managed to catch him and brought him at home. We called the animals' first aid but it took a couple of hours before they finally came. We gave him a blanket and placed him next to a heater, he was finally relaxed and feeling protected, I know that. I stared at him and wondered how such a small creature managed not to die after such a fall, he is a hero :) ...
I eventually gave him a name (I had no clue if it was a male or a female but I was sure he was my little boy!)... he is Jordan J. Fly and I know right now he is already flying high (: 
I was a little disappointed when I called the veterinary clinic and they told me it would have been impossible for them to tell me which one was my little boy because they save tens of birds daily. Never mind, I don't need to be told he has recovered because I saw in his eyes when we greeted that we were gonna meet again. 

Jordan J. Fly, keep on flying high! 
I love you... ;) 

#56 Aphorism of the week: Excellence

We are what we repeatedly do.

 Excellence, then, is not an act,

 but a habit. 

Aristotle.  

Photo by Liveyourlegend

This summer fight against Cellulite naturally!

Photo by PRWEB

I've been trying two famous natural 'Cellulite-fighters' and I'm gonna share with you my thoughts!  
Just before starting, let me leave you a quick coincise reminder: what really fights against cellulite and water retention is a healthy lifestyle, not just a simple cream! 
Once you've found your way to be healthy and fit, then you might think about getting an 'external treatment' to reduce unaesthetic signs!  
I personally chose an oil based treatment by Khadi (to focus on the massaging part of the job) and a light cream by Aroma-Zone. 

#55 Aphorism of the week: Bad taste

Fashions come and go. 

Bad taste is timeless. 

Beau Brummell 

 

ELFavourite Lipsticks!

I lately got two pretty new mineral lipsticks from ELF, since I've always appreciated the quality of them. I made a review long time ago, well my opinion about these is still the same, they have a perfect INCI, they have a gorgeous colour range, the only downside is that they last so little, but that has never been a super problem for me (just keep in mind if you intend to buy them). Ok, I purchased again two reddish shades because I think they best suit my 'face colours', my hair and my personality! :)
I'll leave you with the swatches, but before let me just shortly describe the shades I chose: 
- Rich Raspberry: a plummy rose, with a sheer finish 
- Barely Bitten: a strawberry red with tiny golden orangey particles, also sheer. 

#54 Aphorism of the week: Vice

I prefer an interesting vice to a virtue that bores. 

Molière 

photo by globalunison

Paul Penders Herbal Citrus Fruit Exfoliant

Paul Penders' exfoliant is not a 'mechanical' one since it is formulated with alpha and beta hydroxy acids that will naturally remove the outer layer of dead skin cells. 
It is meant to make your skin look healthier and fresher, by unclogging your face pores and chemically get rid of dead cells. 
It is formulated with Paul Penders' LevensESSENTIE Gold (his traditional pride) a mixture of 22 organically grown herbs. 

Here you have the list of ingredients: 

Aqua, Cocos nucifera Water, Multi Fruit extract blend, Glycerin, Sclerotium gum, Sorbic acid, Salicylic acid, Citrus grandis seed extract, Lactic acid, Ascorbic acid, Angelica archangelica (Angelica) extract, Arnica montana (Arnica) flower extract, Calendula officinalis (Calendula) flower extract, Matricaria recutita (Chamomile) flower extract, Sambucus nigra (Elderflower) flower extract, Zingiber officinalis (Ginger) root extract, Panax quinquefolium (Ginseng) root extract, Lonicera japonica (Honeysuckle) extract, Humulus lupulus (Hops) extract, Equeisetum hyemale (Horsetail) extract, Juniperus communis (Juniper) fruit extract, Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) flower extract, Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm) leaf extract, Urtica dioica (Nettle) extract, Centella asiatica (Pennywort) extract, Mentha piperita (Peppermint) leaf extract, Rosemarinus officinalis (Rosemary) flower extract, Salvia officinalis (Sage) extract, Hypericum perforatum (St. John's wort) extract, Curcuma longa (Turmeric) root extract, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch hazel) extract, Archillea millefolium (Yarrow) extract, Xanthan gum, Tocotrienol tocopherol, Aloe barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus aurantium dulcis Peel Oil, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Retinyl palmitate, Ubiquinone. 

Badger's Cuticle care Balm

Badger, Badger, Badger, you drive me crazy with your herbal scents! :) 
Here is another Badger Balm best seller... the cuticle care balm! 
It has a truly divine smell, a  zesty and gingery mixture, something to get mad about! The pot is so cute and very handy, but let's talk about the product in itself... 

Here you have the list of ingredients:  

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Olea Europaea (Extra Virgin Olive) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Essential Oils of Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium), Citrus Reticulata (Mandarin), Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (Lemongrass), Elettaria Cardamomum (Cardamom), Rosmarinus Officinalis (RosemaryVerbenone), Litsea Cubeba (Litsea), and CO2 Extracts of Hippophae Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn ) & Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) 

#53 Aphorism of the week: Beauty

There is nothing that makes its way more directly into the soul than beauty. 

Joseph Addison 

Image by Algalad 

DIY: Eau Micellaire (Micellar water)!

 

Micellar waters have spread worldwide, almost every brand produce its version. It is a delicate make up remover and cleanser which was created to remove dirt without 'threatening' the skin balance and hydration. What if I told you that you might create your own one at home easily and quickly? Believe me, another lazy-proof DIY! 

All you need is: 

- demineralized water (the one you pour in the iron) 

- a cosmetic actif called 'Concentré micellaire' (INCI: aqua,sodium lactate,sodium PCA,mannitol,lecithin,sodium cocoyl glutamate)

- preservative. 

The main thing to know is that this recipe will cost less than 3$ for 100 ml, isn't it an ecological deal?! :)   

Here is my quick and detailed recipe: 

- 90 ml of demineralized water 

- 10 ml of 'concentré micellaire' 

- 20 drops of Cosgard