DIY pamper - its all about the feet

If there's one thing I find the most relaxing is a pedicure ,yip having my feet done just makes me feel as if I've had a  whole body work out. But it's not something that I get to do very often.

So here's what I settle for , my very own diy spa pedicure. Firstly I remove my nail polish,than secondly I start by slothing off my dead skin , yip I know what your thinking this sounds like hard work but it really isn't. But please if. Your a diabetic please don't do the soaking parts as soaking a diabetes foot can lead to problems.

1.sloth off soak - aim is to exfoliate
        Use one part vinegar to 2 parts water (preferably water that is cool to Luke warm) ,
         mix in 1/4 cup of salt. Soak your feet for 5mins

2. Caviar soak - is to revive and moistures
        Water gel beads 1/2 a packet blended or crushed into pieces
         1teaspoon powdered milk
          2 drops of olive oil
          Water

In a bowl or foot spar - add water beads to water (I normally do this before doing my sloth soak)
And then when I'm ready I add the milk and olive oil to the slush. And soak my feet for 5-10mins.
Once finished soaking I pat dry
       
3. Foot massage
     You can either massage your own feet or you can place small pebbles in a dry foot spa and put your feet on top and turn it one

4. Paint

This will not only have your feet feeling great for summer but will make you feet like a million dollars. Happy pampering : )

DIY Mommy Pamper - beautiful face

In today's world the average mom has had to decease on there pampering due to a number of factors. One of the main reason though would be due to fiances.  However this doesn't have to be the case, one can still do the luxury pampering or just the basics without paying the amounts. As a qualified Somatologist i'm going to share some diy secrets

So plan an evening when you put the kids to sleep and hubby is working late or that you and a few friends get together for a well deserved pamper.

 Facial  

 So most ladies have facial range - it doesn't have to be expensive and all one needs is a basic cleanser , toner and moisturises. This will be enough for your daily routine. But if the budget is very tight and one can't buy the basics than here are some recipes to help , but i do recommended that one buys a mosituriser.

Make up remover 

You'll need a jar , cotton wool and 3 tablespoons of witch hazel and 2 tablespoons of  olive oil , mix together and when ready to use shake well did clean cotton wool pad in and use.

Cleanser 

Honey wash 

Wet face with warm water. Place a small amount of honey in your hands and rub your hands together.
Massage in to skin in a circular motion all over skin. Wash off with warm water and pat dry.

Milky cleanser 

 3 teaspoons of powdered regular milk , 1 tablespoon organic oat bran,150 - 200ml distilled water. A few drops of honey. Mix all the ingredients together and blend in a food processor. When ready to use,pour a little cleanser into hand and wash face, and then rinse.

 

Toner 

The best is just to use rose water , which you can buy. Or you can use some Rooibos tea - 250ml of hot water and put the tea bag in a jug and let it brew for 5-10 mis.

exfoliater 
Add a little sugar to your cleanser of choice and wash face in circular movements. Then leave on for a few minutes and rinse.

Mask 

Avo and honey mask 

Half an avo mash it and mix a tsp of honey in it , apply to skin and leave on for 15min's. This mask  will help to moisturize your skin and palliate the wrinkles on your face efficiently thanks to its rich content of amino acid, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Egg white mask

Help with impurities and close pores. Whisk an egg white and brush onto face and leave for 5-10minutes. And then wash off.

pore cleanser 
Take your standard household baking soda and lemon juice to make a deep pore cleanser. Mix two teaspoons of baking soda with 1/2 teaspoon of water and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to make a paste. Use circular motions to gently massage the mixture onto your face. Leave it on the skin for about five to ten minutes, then rinse clean. Do this once a week to remove dead skin cells and balance the skin.

Year end gifts for teachers

It's that time of year again we're parents are looking at what they can get there kids teacher as a 'thank you gift". We know most parents want to give something useful, wallet friendly and that's not just going to get thrown in the bid once your kids left the classroom.

On doing a quick research I found a list of the worst and best gifts for teachers

Worst gifts given to teachers : 

* items with the worlds best teacher or # 1 teacher or the whole apple

* Mugs and candles - yip these are lovely ideas but most teachers have more candles and mugs then what they know what to do with. 

*. Homemade food - yip that's a tricky one , most of this ends up in the bin as teach don't really trust there student cooking/baking skills. Most teachers have flashes of kids nose picking and nail biting that goes on in the classroom that they can't really see themselves eating the treats. Even though they know and understand the thought and time taken in making the gift.

* Cash : gift cards are a favorite, but actual money in an envelope is awkward.


Great ideas for teachers : 

*  Gift cards - are always a great thing to get, not only can the teacher get something that want or spend some time pampering themselves.. some teachers use the gift cards to general stores to buy things for there classroom.

* hand made crafts - most teachers think this is a very special gift and keep them ,anything from a special drawing to a personalized trinket for the Christmas tree. See tomorrow post on ideas.

* class gift is a great way to say thanks not only can you really spoil the teacher but it helps everyone not having to find a gift. 

* store bought treats : another good gift is things like chocolate, popcorn ,fudge the gifts are endless. And who can resist a good old treat. 

* Stationary hamper - Putting together a basket of goodies that they use during year 

Happy making or buying : )