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Since I started using coconut oil in my skin care routine here, I became so freaking obsessed with..  And after so much reading, I’m convinced that we should have a bottle in our bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchen and even in the nursery. In fact, it can be used in different ways and for different purposes as I’ve shared earlier here; however coconut oil has more surprising uses than you might think.

Bug Repellent:

Coconut oil can act as a natural bug repellent simply by mixing it with essential oils which have also been shown to repel insects such as peppermint and lemongrass.

Natural Deodorant:

The use of coconut oil keeps the sweat dousing away. For that combine one part of coconut oil, one part of baking soda, one part of corn-starch and your favourite essential oil. For quicker absorption, it is best to use it immediately following the shower and just allow some time before dressing.

Shaving Cream:

Thanks to its light weight, coconut oil is great as a shaving cream and leaves enough moisture in the skin that no lotion is needed afterward.

Natural Acne Treatment:

Coconut oil outpaced medicinal prescriptions when it comes to treating skin conditions like acne because it is naturally anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial and has been proved to moisturize the skin without clogging pores.

Natural Nipple Cream:

Being a natural antimicrobial oil, nursing mothers with cracked and bleeding nipples can consider using coconut oil to help healing nipples while it is completely safe for the baby to consume.

Natural Rash Cream:

The moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of the coconut oil make it ideal as a natural diaper rash cream as it promotes the collagen production and sooths the baby’s skin.

Natural Toothpaste:

For a natural toothpaste, use coconut oil, adding to it a part of baking soda and few drops of peppermint essential oil.

This is another round of suggestions for coconut oil that’s just skimming the surface. It’s really amazing how one simple natural product can provide us. 

I always find reading or watching other gals’ makeup routine fun. I have never been a whiz when it comes to makeup, but I believe that everyday makeup is about looking like me, just fresher and lightly enhancing my positive features. I thought it would be a nice post to show you my everyday makeup essentials; things I reach for even when I ran out of time.

After my morning skin care routine and applying SPF, I begin my makeup routine by using a primer. I’ve been recently enjoying the Rimmel Fix & ProtectMakeup Primer and right after I move into the NYX HD Photogenic Concealer to correct my dark spots and then it’s time for my perfect base on normal days; the BB Cream which does wonders to dull skin. Currently I’m loving the Rimmel BB Cream Radiance, reviewed here. I generally avoid using powders as I have dry skin and I prefer the dewy skin finish rather than the matte one.

Since I started doing my brows, there is no way I can skip them. And I’ve got to say that done brows makes the whole face look neat and put together. I’ve been using for quite some time the NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder but I’ll soon have to replace it because I’ve already reached the tin. To complete all I use the Wet’N’Wild Mega Clear Mascara to keep my brows in place.

Now it’s time to give some colour to these eyes. I start by applying the NYX Eyeshadow Base and as I do not wear eyeshadow every day, I use my bronzer just to add some definition to my crease with a bit of highlight to my brow bone. To complete my eye makeup I use an eyelash curler which makes a difference before applying mascara and for this last, I use the Rimmel WonderLash Mascara, reviewed here, for a natural look.

Once my base is set, I use the MAC Prep+Prime Highlighter Pen for a double duty; to brighten up the under eye area and clean any follow outs if there is any.

The next step; bronzing, is my favourite in makeup. My new discovery is the Body Shop Honey Bronzer Bronzing Powder which I’m so obsessed with at the moment. It is a pretty matte bronzer giving the face real warmth without being overly obvious. For a sweet hint of colour, I dust some of the Chanel Powder Blush on the apples of my cheeks and of course I have to add the kiss of glow to the top of my cheek bones, bridge of my nose and the cupid bow using the Watt’s Up Highlighter from Benefit, reviewed here.

Last but not least, lips! I’m not having a favourite one; however I wear mainly nudes and pinks.

That’s it for my daily makeup essentials. I might not be sticking to the order of application as I mentioned here, but that’s the order that works perfectly for me. Furthermore, I keep on trying new products and sometimes I might put less while other times I would go for more. It all actually depends on how I’m feeling that particular day.

Hello Guys,

I have never stashed my love for chamomile. Those who follow me must be tired of reading me raving about anything based on this great herb. I’m not new to the benefits of chamomile; my mother introduced me to it years ago through the Garnier Ultra Doux Shampooing with chamomile. It was my mum’s first choice to make my wavy curls shine. I’ve been trying since then all kind of products based on chamomile and it could only make me a true believer of its efficiency at healing and soothing the skin and hair. Here is a first round of my favorite products.

Camomile Tea: Known for its calming benefits and sedative properties, a cup of camomile infusion is always a great idea, when feeling stress or before bed. In fact it is practice that I enjoy daily. From another perspective the chamomile bags are also great for de-puffing the eyes.

The Body Shop Camomile range: Certainly it’s a big thumbs up from me for this cleansing range. I just love every item of it. You can go through my review about the sumptuous cleansing butter here. Both versions of the eye makeup removers are very efficient while the oil is working like dream in melting down all kind of makeup.

Nature’s Gate Herbal Blend Conditioner Chamomile & Lemon Verbena: It is sulfate and paraben free, made of natural herbal blend. It is a very good conditioner in restoring moisture in dry and damaged hair.

Chamomile Essential Oil: Used for multiple purposes but mainly to calm and soothe the skin, hair and body. This essential oil has tons of benefits such as hydration and blemish free to the skin, radiance and shine for the hair and natural sedative.

Known for its anti-inflammatory, calming and soothing benefits, chamomile is proven to be one of the best ingredients in skin care. My hunt of the chamomile based beauty products hasn’t reached an end yet. Stay tuned for more.