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Wholesome Wear Swimsuit

May 3rd 2013 22:30
You don't have to go with the trendy, skimpy bikini. You can be more modest when it comes to choosing a bathing suit.

WholesomeWear is a popular place to buy full body swimsuits.

Now, for the average thinker, you may not find these swimsuits attractive, but they are ideal for those who want to preserve their modesty.



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Make Laundry Detergent

April 28th 2013 23:47


It doesn't take much to save money. If you look around your home at your commonly used items, you'll find that you spend a lot on laundry detergent. Even if you buy off-brand or stock up when you find it on sale, laundry detergent is still expensive.

When I moved into my own apartment, I needed to find ways to save money. I starting printing coupons, which helped, but I had trouble finding many for detergent other than those offered by CVS, Publix, and other stores.


It didn't take long for my boyfriend's mother to hand over a recipe for detergent.

I wasn't too sure about it at first because I have to use sensitive skin detergent, but I was definitely willing to give it a shot.

It's been a year and I'm still using the recipe for laundry detergent. I haven't had any breakouts, my clothes are clean, and I'm saving money!

If you want to try out the recipe, click here.



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Color Affects What You Buy

April 4th 2013 15:36
Whether your realize it or not, the color of a product can sway your subconscious. Yes, if your favorite color is blue, you may be prone to buying a blue sweater, or if you know red looks good with your skin tone, you may be more prone to buying the red dress, but your subconscious still makes decisions you may not be aware of.

Different color packaging and logos really do affect what you buy...

Black- signature color of sophistication, commonly seen on both high-end makeup, so placing inexpensive lipstick in a black package, makes it appear more upscale.

Blue- a dependable color that tends to be a popular color choice for financial institutions that seek to make people feel secure. Blue has been seen to improve customer loyalty.

Burgundy- color of the rich and refined, such as red wine, but a burgundy bed cover may be more expensive than the exact same bed cover in white.

Green- a color of being eco-friendly, but just because something is green, doesn't mean that it is truly environmentally friendly.

Orange- a color associated with fairness and affordability, hence why it is the main color for Home Depot and Payless Shoes.

Pink- a sweet color that is has a calming effect. The color pink has been found to slow a person's endocrine system, causing a tranquil effect on tense muscles.

Red- a color that often gives a sign of alarm and warning.

Purple- a color seen as a royal color; purple is often seen to have special properties. Shades of purple are often used in anti-aging products.

White- a color the suggest simple, pure, modern, and honesty.

Yellow- an energetic color that may actually increase your appetite, hence why many fast food restaurants use the color yellow in their logos.


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Household Tips You May Not Know

March 29th 2013 15:35
You may know some of these tips, or you may have heard of them, but have you tried them? If you have let us know how much of a difference it really makes.

Add a dry bath towel to a damp load of laundry to dry it faster.

Vinegar does NOT help keep clothes from bleeding, so stick with washing similar colors together and washing in cold water for best results.

To prevent fuzz balls on your towels, put a large piece of nylon netting in the dryer with your towels. The nylon net will cause the fuzz balls to fall off. Otherwise, buy towels that are labeled "combed cotton" because this fabric is made with long fibers that are loops and do not break.

Rub a walnut on damaged wood to cover up dings and wear.

Clean marble with a soft cloth or sponge with a mild solution. Do not use lemon, vinegar, or any acidic cleaners, as it will eat into the marble. You can remove stains on marble by using a marble polishing powder, like tin oxide.

Toothpaste WILL remove tarnish on silver, but you'll only want to use a small pinch because it can be more abrasive than true silver polish.

In order to easily clean a shower head, pour vinegar in a plastic bag and tie the bag around the shower head and leave overnight.

Clean the bottom reservoir and drain hose of your dishwasher because it will accumulate dirt and gunk. Use a wad of paper towels or a sponge and put it in the bottom, and then pour several cups of vinegar into the bottom and run a regular cleaning cycle.

Use salt and turpentine to remove the yellow stains from enameled bathtubs and wash basins.

The best way to clean your toilet tank is to first turn off the water at the base of the toilet. Then, flush the toilet to empty the tank, and just wipe the inside of the tank with paper towels.

It's not ideal to remove a stuck light bulb with a potato because the moisture in the potato can cause the fixture to short. What you want to do is place a cloth over the blub and break the bulb and filament off; then, use a rubber jar opener to slowly twist off the base.

Place a bucket of water in a freshly painted room to remove the smell of new paint.



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Shoes are Bad for our Bodies

March 24th 2013 14:21
"Beauty is pain"

This is a common phrase many women have when it comes to buying the perfect pair of shoes.

But, the problem is at the end of the day, when your arches hurt and your feet are just plain sore, you really don't know what's happening to your body.

The epsom salt soak may take away the pain at the end of the day, but that doesn't mean you haven't risked your body to a few lifelong problems.

Ballet flats- Flats offer support, more balance, and pose less strain on the lower legs. For every day wear, their a good, safe bet, but when women who are used to wearing heals turn to flats, they may experience plantar fasciitis, which is strain on the band that supports the arch. Bunions can also develop depending on the shape of the shoe, as the show may restrict toe movement.

Stilettos- Stilettos offer many challenges. There isn't enough heel support, and if the heel is too high, the body can be placed in a biomechanically compromising position. If you're not used to wearing them, your muscles aren't adapted to their wear, which can cause strain through the calf, knee, hamstring, and bum. It's not uncommon for those who wear tall heals to experience contracted calf muscles even when the shoes are removed.

Flip flops- Flip flops offer no support for the body, but in a way, this can be good because it can allow the ankles and feet to do the work, and long term, this can lead to stronger feet. Flip flops lead to the least long term damages, but you can still experience broken toes, fractured bones, toenails ripping off, pain, and various short term issues.

Thick heels- Shoes with chunky heels provide more balance and stability when compared to stilettos, but depending on the height of the heel, there is still the possibility of ankle problems and stability issues. Overuse and wear of these shoes can cause the muscles in the front of the hip to tighten, which can increase lower back curvature, leading to back problems.

Shearling boots- Rainboots aren't so bad, as they offer support, as the height of the shoe can anchor the ankle. These boots provide the ability to make long strides, which complements the muscles in the lower body. Don't run in these boots, as running can cause strain in the back. Wearing these boots won't cause any long term problems or serious damage.

Wedges- These shoes commonly cause sprained ankles, bruised heels, knee discomfort, and back pain. But, on the other hand, wedges do provide more support than other heels, as there is a wider sole and lower angle. The long term effects are similar to wearing stilettos and ankle-strap shoes, but the severity is not as severe.

In order to reduce the effects on the body caused by shoes, it's best to vary the type of shoes that you wear. I.E. don't wear heels every day, and don't wear flats every day.



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Best Countries for Women

March 14th 2013 00:56
Guess what the top five countries for women are. No, it's not the U.S.

Factors like prosperity, personal freedom, and political rights were taken into account when making this determination


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Crazy Makeup Names

March 9th 2013 00:56
Apparently, red, teal, and periwinkle are too plain for makeup companies these days. We need to wear 'mildew,' 'I'm not really a waitress,' and 'fancy delancey.'

Personally, we pay an outrageous amount of money annually on makeup, but do we really want to tell people I'm wearing 'Mildew' from Urban Decay


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Stressed out Generation

February 9th 2013 16:14
Those aged between18-33 are the most stressed-out generation in the country, according to the American Psychological Association’s annual Stress in America survey.

In a survey of 2,000 Americans, Millennials (those between 18 and 33) reported a stress level of 5.4 out of 10, which is much higher than the Baby Boomers’ 4.7 and the Matures’ 3.7


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Traditional Womens Jobs

January 31st 2013 17:50
Women have the ability to work any job they want, but the stereotypical traditional jobs for women still tend to primarily women's jobs. You just don't normally see too many men working as receptionists or secretaries.

List of traditional women's jobs


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Choosing Foundation Color

January 24th 2013 17:05
How many times have you gone to work, the mall, school, or anywhere in-between and noticed someone wearing a foundation color that just didn't suit their skin. Either it's too dark and the face is a whole new shade when compared to the neck, or it's took like and ghostly...

Well, choosing a foundation color is actually simpler than choosing a blush or lipstick


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