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BEAUTY, SEX & LIFE

Find Your Perfect Bra

By Tia Cristy

Find Your Perfect Bra

One common gripe you’ll hear amongst most women is the invention of the bra. Memes and jokes about shedding the bra once at home have existed for a long time. Bras in general aren’t the enemy… But the particular bra you’re wearing could be. Here’s how to find the perfect bra for you.

This bra is too big

When your bra is too big, it gives a false sense of security. Things can shift inside and straps can fall. This can result in bad posture, which can lead to back and other muscle pain. Trying to work out in a bra that’s too big can result in rubbing and poking from the material. This can leave a discomfort and irritation to the skin.

This bra is too small

When your bra is too small, it can be dangerous on many levels. First, this can cause back pain, resulting in that need to shed the bra as quickly as possible. But the more dangerous things that can happen are not only internal cysts, but fungal or bacterial infections on the skin. If you end up with a rash under your breasts, try otc cortisone. See if the rash clears in a day or two. If not, go see the doctor– the doc will be able to tell if it’s fungal or bacterial and provide you with an appropriate script.

This bra is just right

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Not everyone is the same size or shape, which means not everyone can shop at the same place for bras. And, not every sized-bra is a one size fits all. Hence, the reason there are so many manufactures out there. I’m not saying you’ll get it right with every bra, but sizing yourself for a standard bra is a pretty simple if you have a sewing tape measure.

First, find your band size by wrapping the tape measure around your body, just under your breasts.
Example: 32 inches

Next, move the tape measure up to include your breasts fitting loosely around the nipple.
Example: 34

Finally, you’ll subtract the two numbers. The number left over determines your cup size.

0=AA
1=A
2=B
3=C
4=D
5=DD
6=DDD-F
7=G

So with our example… Minus 34 by 32 and you are left with -2. That means your bra size is 32B.

Bras have advantages

Although, it’s easy to complain about a bra, they do have some advantages. If you remember their true purpose… bras can give support. Some women and professionals believe that sleeping in a bra can keep the muscles from sagging. Personally, I’m not for or opposed of such practices.

I have found that wearing the right kind of bra on a daily, can change your overall mood. Whether you buy a bra like Knix for comfort and protection or a lacy thing that makes you feel like a bombshell, bras have the ability to adjust your mental state. Hence, this is why women will spend gobs of money on their undergarments… not to show them off, but to feel the best that they can feel. And, like most powers of the mind, that self-esteem will certainly show on the outside.

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SEX & LIFE

Why you should check for Hidden Cameras in your Hotel Room?

 Why you should check for Hidden Cameras in your Hotel Room?

 

You are at risk wherever you go these days. No place is secure unless you are alert to risks that happen in any country you visit. Naturally, with boom in the electronic consumption worldwide you cannot assume that you are safe and has a space of your own for there are equally rogue humans who would love to break your privacy with hidden cameras. A good shot of your body in the bed or in the bathroom may be enough to cheat on you unknowingly. So, knowing a little bit of cameras and those that hotels hide in your room would go a long way of assuring you a hassle-free stay.

There are numerous kinds of cameras that can be hidden with ease in any hotel room and many of them are so small that it can be difficult to spot them. I highly recommend you to check the complete article from SCR.COM that explain you How To Detect Hidden Cameras In A Hotel Room.


However, you must know, unless there is a something big at stake for spying on you, no hotels would like to compromise on their goodwill. Therefore, you will need to understand that it is the staff or another visitor to the hotel who would be doing this mostly. Naturally, they wouldn’t be investing a huge amount of money on this as they only after some fun. Hence, you needn’t worry about very tiny highly sensitive and sophisticated cameras, but only those that you may be able to spot with a thorough search.

 

Your Eyes are the Best Detectors

If you want to spot the hidden camera then you ought to train your eyes to search thoroughly. This means inch by inch screening of the whole room and the bathroom. Look at places like the shelves, wall decors, electrical sockets, mirrors, indoor plants, tissue boxes, shower, toys, DVD cases, table lamps and any other places that you suspect may be quite easy for a camera to be hidden.

If you have not spotted a camera then you must take your search to the next level. This is done during the evening. First you draw your curtains and then switch off the lights. Then look around for any light sources or any other source that reflects your own tiny torch lights. Remember to maintain pin-drop silence while you are doing this. Most cameras give out a tiny buzzing sound while many would give out some tiny streak of light which you may be able to detect in the dark.

You may also detect a source which reflects your own torch lights as most cameras have lenses. Again, there are some places in the room where you may detect unusual wiring or adapter settings and power outlets then be warned that there may be some kind of object hidden somewhere in the room.

Apart from the above, you may use your own mobile phone for detecting spy cameras in your hotel room. If you are using iOS or Android then you may download an application straight from the web.

Lastly, you may still be able to detect the undetectable camera if you call one of your friends or family members and walk around the room. If there is a camera anywhere then there will be interruption in the frequency levels.

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Why you should consider buying and installing your First Video Surveillance System

Why you should consider buying and installing your First Video Surveillance System

 

Have you ever thought of purchasing your own video surveillance system? If so, then you make proper plans for it as there are numerous kinds of cameras to choose from both for indoors and outdoors. 

Further, the cameras have become quite cheap with prices going downwards due to both competition as well as breakthrough technologies. It is generally seen that there are surveillance cameras for any purpose although you may have to look for cost factor too.

To make things easier, if you wish to purchase a good video surveillance system then you may need to go for IP technology, which is proven to be better than the Analog HD types. With prices already low you may purchase one of these if your intention is to monitor movements of people in your home or a few square feet of office space. Just don’t go for cheaper system as this is a life time investment for many. The main reason for purchasing IP technology video surveillance camera is because it is standalone equipment and has its own web server to process all the video it streams. Again, an IP with ONVIF compatible would be better as it works under the specification of global open industry standards.

 

Investing for the future

Your video surveillance camera would be your best investment for the future. Remember, that each requirement vary and so would the camera too. In fact, you may need the same for specific purposes. For instance, IP system is computers related and hence is generally more flexible. These again come under two different types of classifications.

The first one POE camera has a POE switch provided on it and therefore there is no need for additional power supply wiring. Non-POE would mean which is the other one would mean that you need to have a separate 12V direct current. If you need a camera for your business then choose the former type.

 

Long-term solution to your problems

It may be anything from monitoring your children to give extra protection for the family or checking on your inventories. Most urban and non-urban dwellers and businessmen have developed a fascination for video surveillance camera. By installing such a system at your home or office you ward of any possible future dangers. You may even make genuine contribution to work and lessen idle time as employees would know that a spy is up there checking on them.

There is no specific place for placing your secret camera. You may choose to place them on your plant pots or on shelves, between books or even among stuffed toys. However, these are smaller compatible devices, but for more accurate video surveillance you may need to choose a good camera that has IP technology. This may be place on top of the ventilator or above the door.

For outdoor purpose and if the area of the indoors that you wish to monitor is large enough then you may choose PTZ or Pan-Tilt-Zoom camera with 360 degree radius. They are very good although slightly expensive.

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BEAUTY

5 Essential Oils for Aging Skin and How to Use Them

By Guest Blogger, Ashley L.

5 Essential Oils for Aging Skin and How to Use Them

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No one ever wants their skin to experience the signs of aging, but it’s a fact of life and it’s something we definitely have to deal with as we get older. Just because our skin is going to lose some of its elasticity and youthful glow, doesn’t mean we have to learn to live with these changes.

As a matter of fact, certain essential oils are ideal to help fight back against the signs of aging skin. We’ve discovered five essential oils that can help eliminate the signs of aging quite effectively and we’d like to tell you how to use them below. Stick around to discover the truth.

1. Peppermint Essential Oil

Out of so many wonderful essential oils, peppermint is definitely one of our favorites as far as skin health is concerned. You can mix this essential oil with lotions, body washes, shampoo, and even massage oils cool your skin and make it look youthful and beautiful again.

It’s also excellent for your scalp because it can kill lice and dandruff, which nobody obviously wants to live with. Finally, peppermint oil helps your skin secrete natural beneficial oils, which will prevent acne and other unwanted skin conditions.

Mix a few drops of peppermint essential oil with a tablespoon of coconut oil. Gently rub it on your wrinkles and dark circles for a few minutes and they will eventually begin to subside.

You can learn more here if you’d like to find out about the other wonderful benefits of peppermint essential oil.

2. Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary sage oil is particularly magnificent for aging skin for a wide variety of reasons.

For starters, it can help to eliminate eye bags, dark circles, and large pores under your eyes. So if you use this remedy regularly, you will not look tired and rundown all the time.

It’s also great because it has skin rejuvenation properties. When you regularly apply it to the skin on your face, you will begin to look younger, less saggy, have clear eyes, and feel much better about yourself.

Mix a drop of clary sage oil with a drop of geranium oil and a tablespoon of coconut oil. Combine the ingredients together and apply them to your face while gently massaging the solution in a circular direction for about two minutes.

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3. Rose Essential Oil

Rose essential oil is also a favorite of ours as far as combating the signs of aging skin is concerned. We love it for two reasons.

First, it’s wonderful because it has the ability to improve blood flow. By having more blood flow through your skin, it will naturally look more youthful and beautiful. Since the additional blood flow creates more oxygen in the skin, your complexion will have a pinkish and youthful glow.

Second, this essential oil can also improve skin elasticity. It does so by helping maintain collagen within the skin. So your skin is going to look more supple and smoother all the time.

To make the most of this essential oil, mix three drops of rose essential oil with a tablespoon of rosehip seed oil. This mixture works as a daily moisturizer so apply it to your skin liberally to remove dark spots, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone.

4. Sandalwood Essential Oil

This is an excellent option for aging skin because it contains rejuvenation properties and makes skin look radiant and youthful. Your sagging skin will begin to disappear and your cheeks and the skin around your eyes will also become much tighter.

Mix three drops of sandalwood oil with a tablespoon of pomegranate seed oil. This is a very effective face serum, so apply it in the morning and at night and you can even use it as a daily moisturizer.

5. Argan Essential Oil

This is a fantastic essential oil as far as certain skin conditions are concerned. It can eliminate the signs of aging as well as skin dryness. Your skin will no longer feel scratchy and dry after you begin using it, because instead it will start to feel smooth and supple once again.

For the best benefits, mix two drops of geranium essential oil with a tablespoon of argan oil. Rub five drops of the solution on your face or you can even mix it with your daily moisturizer to receive even greater benefits.

Final Thoughts

It’s no longer necessary to look and feel older than you should. Using essential oils to restore youthful skin is the best way to look and feel younger again. So use these five recommendations daily to achieve stunning results.

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SEX & LIFE

7 Tips For Surviving Single Life As A Newbie

7 Tips For Surviving Single Life As A Newbie

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Now, before we get really into this post, let’s just start with a huge disclaimer. Single life definitely doesn’t have to be something that you survive. Single life can be something that you choose. And for many of us, it is. When you go through a breakup, it can be traumatic. And it can be incredibly hard to adjust to life without your significant other. But sometimes, that’s the choice we make. When the relationship is bad, you’re unhappy, or worse – you know that sometimes, you have to be single to be happier. But that doesn’t make that awful feeling any better. And then, you’re faced with life as a singleton and the idea of dating. And that can sometimes be terrifying. So, it’s handy to work out have to navigate this part of your newly single lifestyle.

 

Whether you chose to be single – or not, whether you’re happy to be single – or not, you’ll often want to adjust to this new style of life in any way that you can. And it helps to be able to do this with a few tips to get you started out. Because the person that you once shared your days and your life with, is no longer by your side. And that can be a scary thing to adjust too. But it’s definitely not impossible, and it can actually be fun. So let’s take a look at the tips to help you.

 

  1. Get To Know Yourself

 

One of the best and most beautiful things that you can do here, is to get to know yourself a little better. Yes, you’re single, but it can be a great thing. You’re on your own, and you only have yourself to think about now. And it’s refreshing. So really make the most of that and work out what it is that you really want out of life.

 

  1. Enjoy Being Alone

 

As a step on from that, you’re going to want to get used to being alone, and actually enjoy it. You will realize that you don’t need to be in a relationship to feel fulfilled. In fact, when you can enjoy being alone, and do things that make you happy, then you’re going to become so much stronger. And this will then put you in a better position when you do want to meet someone else.

 

  1. Talk If You Want To

 

So the next thing is, that you need to know that it’s okay to talk about the breakup or how sad you’re feeling. You don’t just have to be this super strong woman that feels great on her own and is better off. Instead, if you are feeling effected, then talk about it. Talk to your friends or family or even a specialist if it’s going to help you move forward.

 

  1. Be Okay With Moving On

 

Okay, and then you’re going to want to make sure that you know that it’s perfectly okay to move on. You don’t have to stay single for a set period of time, or you don’t have to worry about it not working out. Instead, embrace the idea of meeting someone new and being happy in a relationship again.

 

  1. Discover New Ways To Date

 

Then, when it comes to the idea of dating again, why not consider new ways to do it? Don’t just hope you’ll have your romantic moment. Instead, consider options like dating apps, lesbian chat, or going on blind dates. And be open-minded about how you can meet someone that makes you happy.

 

  1. Know What You Want

 

But one thing that is incredibly important for you when you are looking to move on, is knowing what you want in a relationship. That way, you won’t get caught up in another situation that will hurt you, and you’re going to be happier when you do meet someone.

 

  1. Put Yourself First

 

So, one of the most important things that you have to do here, is to make sure that you’re putting yourself first. Because when you were in a relationship, you may notice that you were always thinking about your significant other, and putting them first. And that’s definitely something that’s natural. But now it’s just you – and you’re well within your rights to now put your own needs first, and focus on what you want. And keep that up, even when you meet someone else. This is the best way to make sure that you continue to say happy, whether you’re single or you meet someone new.

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