The Fear Was Felt, The Video Done!

Sometimes it is better to show how to do something rather than write about it isn’t it?  Well, that’s what I decided to do, hence the video.  But it was far from easy.  Honestly, I bow down to those v/loggers out there.  It is much more difficult than it looks, being in a room, alone, talking into a camera as if it was your friend.  And, as a person who runs a mile (or further if I have enough puff) from even a photo being taken…. well, it just wasn’t easy.  I must have done well over a hundred takes (no exaggeration) and almost threw the towel in.  But, then I thought of the saying “feel the fear and do it anyway”, so I felt the fear (goodness, did I feel it) and did it! 

It isn’t in any way perfect (and I seriously can’t watch it back) and I don’t think the true ‘me’ comes across (amid all that thick, cotton woolly sort of feeling you get with fear) but hopefully, that fear will be replaced by some confidence so that I can be a little bit more relaxed.  We shall see ;o)  Anyway, respect to all ye vloggers out there!

Watch the video here...

P.S.  I hope the video is useful and all comments (good and critical) are more than welcome x

If You Love Vintage...

Browsing the internet the other day, I fell upon this great site.  Electric Gypsy reproduce, by hand, beautiful, quality, iconic garments for men and women.  What struck me about the site was the prices.  So reasonable and more than fair, considering how labour-intensive it must be to create a garment from the pattern up.

The reproductions span many decades, from the 1930's through to the 1980's and they even given you tips on how to wear these quality pieces.  Classic vintage pieces are (ironically) timeless aren't they?  I think that if you like something a little different, whether it be a little understated skirt or top to team with other things in your wardrobe or something that truly makes a retro statement, then this would be right up your street.

Here's a little taster of what Electric Gypsy have to offer....

My Big Fat Tub Of Organic Skin Love!

From the second the lid came off, I was in a sweet, buttery heaven.  The recently launched Top To Toe body butter from ethical brand, Beyond Organic Skincare, is the haute cuisine of skin care.  A tub that hosts an A list, elite guestlist of natural, organic goodies, with vanilla and active alpine rose being the stars of the show. and together, these lovelies work in synergy to moisturise, protect and soothe the skin and reinforce it’s natural defences.

This butter has an unusual texture and an intriguing surprise upon application, which adds a new dimension to the experience.    Read the full review at Maboho World...

Glitter Bug

I have been feeling a little bit festive today.  I think it was because yesterday evening I went to Tesco got very sidetracked by the lovely sparkly baubles and Christmas decorations - ooh pretty!  That and my daughter (who is THE biggest Lush fan) is slathering herself in the sparkly Shimmy Shimmy & 'making' glittery stuff, so its Glitter City around here at the moment (that stuff gets everywhere doesn't it?).

Anyway, since I am a rather partial to a bit of sparkle and beginning to catch the festive bug, I spotted these lovelies and wanted to share them at Maboho World.....

Yomojo Mojo....

I have been lucky enough to able to try the Neroli Balm from Yomojo but before I talk about this, I would first like to introduce you to the creator behind the balm. 

Rajiv, one of the calmest and nicest guys you could wish to meet and has a strange way of transferring this vibe through the ether and onto others.  Without wishing to sound too ‘out there’ and I know that is does sound a bit strange but honestly, he’s a lovely guy with a great vibe and I swear that he gives each pot of balm a nice dollop of good karma.

Not only does Rajiv teach yoga but is also a Thai Yoga massage therapist and combines techniques based on yoga and Ayurveda working along the body’s energy lines.  Here’s a short video of him at work….


Thai Yoga Massage from Rajiv Shah on Vimeo.

Read the full review at Maboho World...

Extreme Skincare & No Fluff

A while ago, I got to test-drive a range of certified organic products from the multi-award winning skincare company, Beyond Organic Skincare .

Sea buckthorn features heavily throughout the range and Beyond are particularly interested in harnessing the unique properties of this wonder plant, since it “it is the only plant in the world known to include omega 3, 6, 7 & 9”.  Beyond are proud to say their products “contain more than one hundred and ninety biologically active compounds”.

But what is it like to use?  Well, I can say first hand that Beyond have created a range that is quite different.  Despite their complexity at molecular level and the clever combining of biological actives, I feel it is a range that has been somewhat ‘stripped back’ and loses all the unnecessary ‘fluff’.  I think Beyond have focussed most of their attention on really goes on at skin level and it is this, I think, that makes it a very different product to use.

Take A Closer Look & Read The Full Review At Maboho World....

The White Spots On Nails Myth

I hear this a lot and I have no doubt that you have heard it too.  White spots on the nails is a sign of a calcium deficiency.  In fact, this is a bit of a myth.  It is true that one’s inner health can be reflect in the nails and that vitamins/minerals do contribute to healthy nail growth, but in the case of white spots on the nails, this is not (at least not directly) the case.

The white spots are called ‘Leuconychia’ (lu-co-nic-ee-ah) and are actually caused by slight damage or injury to the nail matrix (from where the nail originates) or to the nail plate, leading to minor separations of the nail plate from the nail bad (the pink area visible through the nail upon which, the nail is adhered to).

Unfortunately, nothing can be done to resolve this.  But it is worth noting that it is harmless, is not a reflection of a nutritional deficiency (although there’s a lot to be said for a good, balanced diet, rich in vitamins and minerals) and will eventually grow out.  In the meantime, it can be disguised with nail enamel.