Nail polishes are cosmetic substances that speaks volume about the wearer’s style and fashion consciousness. Since they contains certain chemicals, there is need to exercise caution because most nail polish products are not environmental friendly and safe.

To help you make a great and healthy choice whenever you are shopping for a nail polish,  we have compiled a list of safe nail polish products.

1. ZOYA Nail Polish

Zoya Nail Polish is a really wonderful choice you can make with a variety of about 300. You can be absolutely sure of the safety of your nail as well ease of application since it does not contain any toxic chemical.

To give you value for your money, this nail polish is thick to avoid sloping off of the liquid when being applied — a perfect quality that is desirable for people with shaky hands.  With it, your comfort will not be disturbed and the growth of your nails will notbe hindered. To top it all, the paint lasts long on nails.

Overall, the drawback of Zoya Nail polish is that it can not be removed easily and takes a lot of time to dry.

2. Anjou Nail Polish

If you desire well groomed nails, the Anjou Nail Polish is a good buy. It comes in a variety of 12 colours and contain safe plus environmental friendly materials. You do not have to use acetone in removing it. Also, the Anjou Nail Polishes do produce any odor therefore you can be sure of creating the right impression when you choose and use any of them.

3. 3. Adrianne K Sheer Nail Polish

Your desire for glossy, and smooth nail is met when you choose any of the Adrianne K Sheer Nail Polishes.  With a total of 27 colours, you have a wide range of options to choose.

To the delight of vegans, Adrianne K Sheer nail polishes are made from non-animal raw materials. To add, the nail polishes are chip residents hence the incidence of chipped nail is forgotten. Overall, your expectation for variety of colours (from nude to party) is satisfied with these nail polishes.

3. 3. 4. Farmer’s Market Berries – Nail Polish

The makers of this polish has demonstrated the concern for your health by making it from safe materials only. It is safe for those who are allergic to nail polishes.

Further,  the colours of this nail polishes are shiny in appearance and  completely odorless hence the dangers associated with inhale harmful odors is avoided. Interstingly, it is a good fit for great night party atmosphere where your fashion sense cam be well demonstrated.

3. 3. 5. Prim and Pure Nail Polish

With the Prim and Pure Nail Polish both young and adult ladies have a great pick that is healthy and perfectly express their fashion orientation. This nail polish will lasts long on the nails remaining as shiny as it was when first applied. It can also be easily peeled off and good for individuals on vegan lifestyle.

 

There are many people that now run their own blog or vlog; they are not always looking to make it big, they only want to record events in their life. However, for a few people, this hobby turns into something more, and they want to try and make it a career instead. Although some people do manage this, there are hurdles in the way. Here’s are some tips on how you can turn your vlog into a career.

Your Theme

The success of your vlog depends mainly on the viewers you can get to watch your videos. That means you need exciting and engaging content to make then want to come back. Before you start, you need to know that the content you are creating is going to appeal to a mass audience. For example, if you are making videos about playing games or attending gaming events, then this is a popular subject. However, if you are vlogging about DIY then you might struggle to get viewers.

Equipment

To make vlogging a viable career you need to be making good quality videos that have a high production value. It is this quality that stands out good vloggers from the average and it will increase your viewers. If you are lacking in good equipment, then you need to start investing in some. For example, if you are currently taking videos on your mobile phone, then you need to think about getting a camera such as those mentioned in iamgopro.com. You might also want to invest in a tripod or another type of stand, so you can take steady clear videos. If you are into action videos, then a selfie stick or something to fix your camera to you might be a good idea.

Attracting Your Audience

People need to find you and your videos to make them popular and start earning you money. To do this, you need to publicize yourself wherever you can, like social media, forums and other areas where people from your genre hang out. For example, if you make adventure videos, then seek out adventure forums, extreme sports, or adventure holidays. You will then be pitching to those that have an interest in that topic. You also want to make your intro to your videos engaging so that people don’t just move on.

Be Consistent

You will only be able to attract regular viewers if you make sure you are creating regular content. Posting a video every so often won’t lead people to check in with your channel, so you need to have a structure. Set yourself a target or posting once or twice a week and stick to it. Even if you have a build-up of content, stick to your regular routine. Your viewers will then automatically check in at those times to see your videos.

Creating content for your vlog channel isn’t the hardest part, you also need to market it in the right way and get people on board.

 

Dogs really cannot express their pain in ways humans can. While they are good at expressing love for their human parents, dogs do a pretty lousy job at expressing painful symptoms. In fact, the signs of pain in dogs are so subtle that even veteran pet parents sometimes completely overlook them. This particular post aims at teaching you how to detect pain in your dog and then take appropriate action.

It’s also important to note that pain can be caused by a long list of health conditions. This is why once you suspect that your dog is suffering it’s best to seek out help from a professional. Look for vet-endorsed pet health advice online or simply take your pooch to the nearest vet’s office. It’s critical that you do not try to treat the pain yourself using human painkillers as some of them are highly toxic to dogs. Even if you get the medicine right, you might end up giving your pet the wrong dosage, which can lead to serious side effects. Now that you know the basics, following are a few signs that your dog is in pain.

A General Reluctance to Climb: When they are healthy and active dogs have no trouble climbing stairs or jumping on to the bed. It’s only when they are experiencing pain that they avoid climbing. Now, the cause of the pain can be anything from something stuck under their foot to serious conditions such as arthritis and hip dysplasia.

Struggling to Lie Down: Struggling to lie down from a standing position is a common indicator of joint pain or pain in general. Check to see if your is dog trying to find new ways to lay down or putting itself in an awkward position to avoid putting stress on a particular leg.

Suddenly Avoids Playing: Some dogs are naturally lethargic than others. However, if your dog generally loves to play and run around and is suddenly reluctant to participate then it may be a sign of pain. To be sure, show your dog its favorite toy and if that fails to excite, then there is definitely something worth looking into.

Unprovoked Aggression: A very rare yet plausible sign of pain is unprovoked aggression. If your dog is generally pretty docile then a sudden behavioral change that prompts it to growl or snap is an indication that something is not right. It doesn’t always mean that your dog is in pain. It can be a result of other diseases that may be causing distress. Don’t just assume it’s a psychological issue that can be resolved through training. It’s best to take your dog to the vet and rule out the possibility of underlying health issues.

Not Responding to Trigger Words: Dogs often get excited when they hear certain words. This is because these words are usually followed by an activity they are extremely fond of. Right from “walk” to “ball”, these words get your dog excited, unless there is something wrong. If your dog is not showing signs of happiness after hearing these words, then it can mean that they are in pain.

 

Nearly every family has an aspiring dreamer: the talented artist who is reaching for the stars with his or her passion and heart going into every beautiful masterpiece. Artists are always happy to have a loved one support his or her artwork and dreams. There are many wonderful gift ideas for artists that demonstrate one’s support.

Replicated Artwork

Most artists have an idol within the art world. By identifying this idol and researching his or her work, it’s far easier to find replicas and prints. This gift could be a printed painting, a miniature replica of a sculpture, a book of prints and their history, or a collectible record. Art comes in many forms!

Tickets to an Art Show

If there are local art shows that the recipient can attend, try purchasing between 2 and 4 tickets as a gift. He or she can take along a few friends or family members for a fun day out.

Fine Art Supplies

Art supplies can be quite expensive when purchased all at once. Some supplies, such as paint, pencils, paper, and canvases must be replenished from time to time. A wonderful gift for a painter might include a set of paints in his or her favorite brand, as well as some fine art paintbrushes. Artists love to receive new media and supplies.

Instructional Books or Videos

If the artist is young or just starting out, instructional sets are the perfect gift. He or she could learn how to perfect painting techniques, learn to play a new instrument, or learn how to make intricate pottery or jewelry.

An Inspirational Trip

One of the coolest gifts an artist could receive is a trip to an inspirational place. This is especially true for photographers and painters. The trip could involve a beautiful national park, a renowned city full of art, or a retreat in a country with rich, historic culture.

Finding the right gift for an artist can be very easy, as long as the buyer knows a bit of information about the artist’s passion.

Reed diffusers are a great way to constantly have beautiful scents filling up our rooms and personal spaces without having to worry about leaving candles lit, especially if you have young children or are always on the go.

Plus, they are super easy to use, just open it up, pop in the reed sticks, and you will get to enjoy your favourite fragrances within minutes! Fragrances that will last and last without you having to do much at all to maintain them.

Here, we listed down 6 best practices to maximise the enjoyment of your reed diffuser fragrance. Follow them, and you’re all set for a happy life with your reed diffusers…

Place the sticks into the Vessel.

A reed diffuser is a fragrant liquid made up of a carefully calculated combination of essential oils and alcohol contained in a glass vessel. The reeds, usually made of rattan, are inserted into the vessel, and the scent is then diffused through the pores in the sticks. The more reed sticks you put in, the stronger the fragrance will be and likewise, the less reed sticks you put, the lighter the fragrance will be. We recommend you use all the sticks that are provided to you in the packet when you buy it, however, the following number are seen as being optimal for these spaces (dependent on the size of the room):

• Bathrooms: 4-5 reed sticks
• Bedrooms: 6-8 reed sticks
• Living rooms, Hallways, Kitchens, Conservatory: 10-12 reed sticks

There are no hard and fast rules about the number of reed sticks to put in. It is all according to your preference on how strong you like the scent to be.

Flipping the reeds

Once you’ve put the reed sticks in the diffuser vessel, flip them after 1-2 minutes so that the saturated ends in the oil are now in the air, and the dry ends are now in the liquid. This is to ensure all the reeds are completely covered in the oil for a better scent distribution. You won’t need to flip the reed sticks again for a week or two or until the fragrance becomes faint. Keep flipping them until you can’t smell anything anymore. Once the smell is gone DO NOT throw away the oil, all you need to do is replace the existing reeds with new ones and the scent will come back again as strong as ever!

Be careful when flipping the reeds

Never flip the reed sticks over things like your carpet or precious counter tops as the reeds may drip and leave stains that can be hard to get out. Instead you should flip the sticks over a wastepaper basket or over the sink to prevent the oils from splattering and staining.

Use a healthy reed diffuser

The typical reed diffuser tends to be solvent based, especially the cheaper ones so make sure yours is filled with beautiful essential oils. However, many of the solvents used have an adverse affect on our healthy and have already been banned from paints (this is why you find water-based paints in DIY stores now), carpets and most other furnishings in our home. Reed diffusers, air fresheners and many cleaning products have so far been exempted from this rule in the UK.

For the health of your family and yourself, we advise to only use reed diffusers which are classed as non-VOC (without volatile organic compounds) and they are easy to spot: they use extra long reeds.

Whenever, you see a reed diffuser with extra long reeds (over 25cm/10inch) you know you will be safe.

Place the diffuser on a coaster

You should always place your reed diffusers on either a glass surface or on a coaster to prevent the fragrance oil from staining your counter or worktops. There may be times that the liquid might spill out from its vessel and could react with your table top or work surface to cause stains or corrosion. Essential oils are known to stain wooden surfaces, so please take note of that when deciding where to place them.

Use a reed diffuser refill

Reed diffuser refills not only help the environment by reducing wastage, you also get to save money when you buy the refills instead of a new bottle of reed diffuser again! Just make sure to first clean the container thoroughly with soap and water, and let it dry completely before putting in the refill oils.

It would also be a good idea to change the reeds over to new ones if you are changing the scent so you get the full effect of the new scent. The old sticks might be clogged with dust or are over-saturated with the fragrance oil over time and they might not diffuse out the perfume properly.

Pro Tip

Quickly and easily make your own, personalise your reed diffuser by buying a reed diffuser refill and extra long reeds. Then pick your favourite vase that’s not too tall, fill it up with the refill oil and insert the reeds. Voilá, you now have your own unique reed diffuser that perfectly blends into the style of your home.

Just make sure your favourite vase is glazed on the inside or made from glass, the reeds stick out far enough at the top to diffuse your oils well and the vase has a small opening at the top.

Try the reeds in the vase before your fill it with up with diffuser oil and place in your room to see whether you like the look, then if you’re happy with it, fill it up and there you go!

What’s your pro tip when it comes to reed diffusers?

Written By
Becky