tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21552989992565646482024-03-23T03:14:07.531-07:00April BasiApril Okwuobasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908347582848643391noreply@blogger.comBlogger213125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2155298999256564648.post-37927400644303424632021-10-04T18:54:00.000-07:002021-10-04T18:54:03.128-07:00How important is the ingredient percentage in a formula?<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp_rRk_7DqGc1b4JpbhLbv_Y1SEFpWVFknhrsHxC06Upi7liiVBdexf-xUR1Qn8n000-o4cWZx0lhaXpnKBUXtW97iSiY0aoEaOV1X3UGQ-Ygyu4_X4joBp_cMr7XFxguGCPnd9eolHHaD/s1116/Screen+Shot+2021-10-04+at+8.52.25+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1116" data-original-width="904" height="434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp_rRk_7DqGc1b4JpbhLbv_Y1SEFpWVFknhrsHxC06Upi7liiVBdexf-xUR1Qn8n000-o4cWZx0lhaXpnKBUXtW97iSiY0aoEaOV1X3UGQ-Ygyu4_X4joBp_cMr7XFxguGCPnd9eolHHaD/w417-h434/Screen+Shot+2021-10-04+at+8.52.25+PM.png" width="417" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><div class="rte blog__article" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: NeuzeitGro, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 10px;"><div class="blog__article-content" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 10px; max-width: 550px;"><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">How important is the ingredient percentage in a formula?</h3>“<a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/how-to-read-an-ingredient-label?_pos=1&_sid=1e7b6b0fa&_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="How to Read an Ingredient Label">Ingredients lists</a> (IL) are arranged in descending order, therefore <span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">the % of an ingredient is important if it is among the first five to seven ingredients in the IL</span>,” says April. “As you go lower in the IL, the ingredients are almost negligible.” We include the ingredient percentages for all active ingredients in a formula, such as <a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/retinol" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Retinol">retinol</a> or <a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/tranexamic-acid-skin-benefits" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="What Is Tranexamic Acid?">tranexamic acid</a>. That being said, trust the skincare chemists! If the percentages don’t make sense to you but a formula works for your skin, there’s no need to worry about it. <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><div class="curalate-widget" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: auto; max-width: 1440px; min-height: 240px; min-width: 240px;"><div class="curalate-widget-container" style="border-radius: 3px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; padding-bottom: 687.5px; position: relative; width: 550px;"></div></div><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">What ingredient combinations do you recommend?</h3><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">“</span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/vitamin-c" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Vitamin C"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Vitamin C</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, ferulic acid, and vitamin E. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant; combining it with vitamin E and ferulic acid boosts its antioxidant levels by up to 4x.” You’ll find this exact ingredient combination in our </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/aging-skin/products/auto-save-advanced-restoring-serum" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Auto-Save"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Advanced Restoring Serum</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, which helps brighten skin, </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/signs-of-aging-skin?_pos=1&_sid=e20922928&_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Signs of Aging Skin"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">treat signs of aging</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, and prevent future damage (like age spots) from occurring.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><div class="curalate-widget" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: auto; max-width: 1440px; min-height: 240px; min-width: 240px;"><div class="curalate-widget-container" style="border-radius: 3px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; padding-bottom: 550px; position: relative; width: 550px;"></div></div><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">“I also recommend </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/niacinamide-skin-benefits" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="How Does Niacinamide Benefit Skin?"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">niacinamide</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> and retinoids. Niacinamide helps boost the cell-renewing properties of retinoids and also helps reduce the possibility of irritation.” </span></p><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">What two ingredients would you never mix together?</h3><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Benzoyl peroxide and retinoids. “These two ingredients cancel each other out when used together, rendering each other dormant. That’s because they both have the same line of action (they’re cell-renewing ingredients).” Benzoyl peroxide can be drying and irritating to the skin too, so if you’re looking to treat acne, opt for the BHA </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/salicylic-acid" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Salicylic Acid"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">salicylic acid</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> instead. It clears pores and dissolves oil, but does so gently—which is why we included 1.5% salicylic acid in our </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/facial-cleansers/products/keep-the-peace-acne-calming-cream-cleanser" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Keep the Peace"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Acne-Calming Cream Cleanser</span></a>.<div class="curalate-widget" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: auto; max-width: 1080px; min-height: 240px; min-width: 240px;"><div class="curalate-widget-container" style="border-radius: 3px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; padding-bottom: 550px; position: relative; width: 550px;"></div></div><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">Do synthetic ingredients work just as well as the real thing (a.k.a. natural ingredients)?</h3><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">“Yes absolutely.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;"> It is a myth that natural ingredients work better. </span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Formulators often find it hard to preserve </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/the-difference-between-clean-natural-organic-skincare" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="What Does Natural Skincare Mean?"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">natural products</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, they have very low potency levels, and are more likely to cause irritation when compared to their chemical counterparts.” Another perk sustainability-wise is that lab-created ingredients can sometimes be better for the environment. For example, naturally-derived </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/hyaluronic-acid" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Hyaluronic Acid"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">hyaluronic acid</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> can come from the umbilical cords and fluids in the joints of cows and horses, but you can get the same exact hydrating results from the synthetic, </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/vegan-skincare-ingredients?_pos=1&_sid=645f1edc4&_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Vegan Skincare"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">vegan</span></a> <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">version (the only kind we use).</span><div class="curalate-widget" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: auto; max-width: 1440px; min-height: 240px; min-width: 240px;"><div class="curalate-widget-container" style="border-radius: 3px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; padding-bottom: 687.5px; position: relative; width: 550px;"></div></div><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">How did you become a cosmetic chemist? What does that job entail? </h3><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">“I obtained my bachelor's degree in chemistry, landed an internship shortly after, and was able to leverage that experience to secure a job as a chemist in a personal care company. </span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">The job entails long hours of being on your feet, great math skills, intense focus, and attention to detail</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, especially when making a dual-phase product,” like an </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/results-youthful-super-hydrated-skin-full/products/sunday-morning-antioxidant-oil-serum?_pos=1&_sid=57e888f85&_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Sunday Morning"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Antioxidant Oil-Serum</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">. </span><div class="curalate-widget" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: auto; max-width: 1440px; min-height: 240px; min-width: 240px;"><div class="curalate-widget-container" style="border-radius: 3px; box-sizing: border-box; height: 0px; padding-bottom: 550px; position: relative; width: 550px;"></div></div><h3 style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: Cartograph-Mono, Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 1.64286em; letter-spacing: 1px; line-height: 1.4; margin: 1em 0px 0.5em;">How do you make sure a product formula remains stable in conditions like extreme heat, extended periods of time, etc?</h3><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">“</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For products that contain active ingredients, (like </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/collections/moisturizers-spf/products/guards-up-daily-mineral-sunscreen-broad-spectrum-spf-35#tab-2" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop Guards Up"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">sunscreen</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">) we make sure those formulas are put under stability [testing] for two years in different temperatures. </span><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">They must pass certain specifications like odor, viscosity, specific gravity, and </span><a href="https://versedskin.com/blogs/learn/ph-balanced-skincare?_pos=1&_sid=750057a0a&_ss=r" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: black;" target="_blank" title="Shop pH-Balanced Skincare"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">pH</span></a><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;"> tests</span> <span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">by the end of the two-year mark before they can be sold to the public.” <br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Looking for more expert advice? 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April Okwuobasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908347582848643391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2155298999256564648.post-44288509515852681282019-09-22T18:44:00.000-07:002019-10-07T17:03:28.000-07:00Model & Cosmetic Chemist April Basi Shares Her Beauty TipsHey guys, I was recently interviewed about my career as a model/cosmetic chemist by stylist Arianna Jones on her new blog (<a href="https://www.nuancethejournal.com/" target="_blank">nuancethejournal</a>) and thought you all might like to see what we got up to. Check it out below, I'm sure you'll love it just as much as I had fun doing it.<br />
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In a post Into-The-Gloss world April Basi is a bit of a unicorn. And since we can find the skincare routines of everyone from the First Lady of the United States to Midwestern Moms replicating their favorite formulas on a budget, it’s hard to know who actually has life-changing gems and who was just destined to have clear, enviable skin. This gal April, though, is not only a model (read: beautiful for a living) but she is also a cosmetics chemist (as in, she knows what’s going on under the hood, too). So I asked her for help.</div>
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The idea of starting a skincare routine had always been so daunting for me- I could never make heads or tails of beauty claims and walking into Sephora was stress-inducing sensory overload. I just wanted to know the basics. </div>
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Can I get rid of dark patches of skin or is it just my destiny. Do models have radiant skin because they know something we civilians don’t <em style="overflow-wrap: break-word;">or</em> are they models because they have flawless skin? </div>
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To cut through the noise (and soothe my beauty-related anxieties), let’s turn to the ultimate industry insider, April Basi, model, and cosmetics chemist.</div>
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ON HER FORAY INTO THE WORLD OF SKINCARE</h3>
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My mom is not a big skincare person at all and she uses a lot of makeup. That's probably why I was concerned [02:06 inaudible] a little bit because I saw her apply makeup and I always wondered and sometimes she complained about pores and stuff like that and I mean I feel like she didn't know either. She just kind of thought, "Oh, wash your face at night and go to sleep", and then put your make up on the next morning.</div>
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Honestly, it was not until I started being a model that I really started getting into it because obviously as a model we have to keep our skin clean. I didn't realize after getting sort of advice from an agency to take better care of my skin and what I should eat to get my skin looking a lot better, that's really when I started paying more attention to it and just do a lot more research and then I really got into it when I started working in the industry.</div>
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<span style="background-color: #efeae1; color: rgba(15 , 15 , 15 , 0.5); font-size: 18px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Actually, 50 to 80 percent of our skin is inherited from our families, dates back to even like our great-grandfathers and all the way down our history line and then as far as lifestyle choices that can affect our skin types it's about 40% of that. So a huge chunk of your skin type is from your family history [14:30 inaudible]. Yes, you can start to take better care of it by knowing your skin and knowing how your skin reacts, maybe see a dermatologist and see how your skin reacts to certain products and that way you can start to tackle it a little bit better but for the most part, your skin is going to look like what your family's skin is.</span></div>
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HER ROUTINE</h3>
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I start with my cleansing brush and I got mine from Walmart, I love Walmart. I know they have the clear sonic ones for $200, but I'm not- it's just a brush. I don't need to pay $200 for a brush. It sounds outrageous to me, I am not going to do it. So, I went to Walmart and I grabbed one from Conair for 15 bucks and I use that. For my cleanser, I am trying to start using more natural mixed in with not-so-natural ingredients in my routine because I do need my sulphic acid. That's not a natural ingredient but I do need it because of my combo skin. So I use a cleanser that is all natural and I use Ole Henriksen, a foaming cleanser. I combine both on that cleansing brush and I use the highest speed and I really get in there. I really just scrub my way until I feel like my skin-- you just kind of know when your skin feels free of any debris or anything.</div>
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So as soon as I am done with that, then I go take my shower and then as soon as I get out of the shower I would obviously dry my face and I start using my derma roller, which I recently just incorporated actually into my skincare routine. I didn't use to use it but I work-- I have all the time in the world to research product so I had to use it. I was like, "You know what? Let me find something for myself too to help my skin because I recently starting to have more adult acne. I used to not have acne at all when I was younger but now I do. Every time I put makeup on I notice my skin starts to just break out for whatever reason but-- so now I'm stricter about finding stuff that actually works for my skin. So I use a derma roller.</div>
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I have fine lines in my forehead that were caused by just frequently frowning as a child [Laughs] I've just always had them and I really have noticed a huge difference. They have significantly reduced a lot, too. And then after that, I use my Vitamin C oil. I need that to seep into my skin that's why I puncture it anyway so that I have the little holes to let the vitamins really seep in there. It helps with the dark circles, it is a great exfoliant for your skin and you almost really start feeling their products go into your skin, it's amazing. </div>
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And then right after, if I have an acne spot, I use tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is a great exfoliant as well. It helps to get rid of excess oil in your skin too and it actually travels just as deep as the DHA would into your skin and then I follow it up with a spot treatment- an acne treatment oil and then I preferably use one that has BPO which is Benzoyl Peroxide. So I top the Tea Tree Oil with the BPO on my acne.<span style="background-color: transparent;"> </span></div>
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A ROUTINE FOR BEGINNERS</h3>
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Cleanser, Moisturizer, Sunscreen. That’s it.</div>
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A WORD ON SUNSCREEN</h3>
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“I had a facial like two or three weeks ago and she asked me what strength sunblock I use and I said, ‘A hundred SPF", and she said, "Oh no, you don't need to do that.’ </div>
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She said, "You are literally tripling-- tripling or quadrupling actually, the amount of sunblock you should use to get about the same results that you would get if you use a 30 SPF". She said, ‘Yeah, you'll probably be getting 96% more.’ If you're getting 92% protection from the sun on the SPF of 30, if you use an SPF of 100 you're probably only getting 96% so only 4% benefit and you're putting a lot more chemicals with a hundred SPF, it's not worth it. </div>
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So the SPF 30 is best.”</div>
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& THEIR EFFECTS</h3>
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Alpha Hydorxy Acids (AHAs)-</div>
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Clears out dead cells on the skin’s surface and doesn’t go very deep. When used often as an exfoliant, it can dry out skin and thin the epidermis (the top layer of your skin) so be very careful. Generally speaking, AHA's work better for people with fair skin (less oily). </div>
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Goes deep under the epidermis to tackle oil the skin naturally produces. Generally, folks with darker skin and those from the Mediterranean should use more BHAs than AHAs.</div>
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Effective acne treatment found in spot treatments & other skincare products</div>
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Helps your cleanser really get in there. Splurge if you want. </div>
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punctures the skin w/ needles of different gauges. Use small needles on thin skin. Helps products penetrate, increases cell regeneration & reduces fine lines.</div>
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Not actually bad for you. Helps skincare products feel smooth.</div>
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Also known as Absorbic Acid. Reduces dark circles, great exfoliant for skin.</div>
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HERE’S TO BEAUTIFUL SKIN! </h3>
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<span style="text-align: start;">What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas! Well except sharing your cute outfits online..right? haha. I recently got back from a birthday trip with my little sister and best friend and wanted to share this cute ruffled bell bottom dress that I got from </span><i style="text-align: start;">Sheinside</i><span style="text-align: start;"> for only $22 (</span><a href="https://us.shein.com/Tie-Straps-Smocked-Tie-Dye-Mini-Dress-p-690977-cat-1727.html" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="text-align: start;">).</span></div>
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I paired it with these Sparkle glitter chunky sneakers that I got from <i>Nasty Gal </i>(<a href="https://www.nastygal.com/that-sparkle-glitter-chunky-sneakers/AGG75254-173-15.html" target="_blank">here</a>), to add an effortlessly chic look to it. </div>
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for will be available in your size. However, engaging with high street fashion
does mean that you have a significantly higher chance of turning up to an event
in the exact same outfit as someone else. So, how can you go about creating a
personal style that really sets you apart from the crowd? Here are a few steps
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Whether this is due to limited runs of certain pieces or a higher price tag
than your average item of clothing. So, keep an eye out for them. <a href="https://www.thefifthcollection.com/t/designer/celine"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Fifth Collection Celine</span></a>, Chanel, </span></div>
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try recreating designer looks in a slightly different way - put your own spin
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old. So chances are that if you find a good vintage piece, it’s highly unlikely
you’ll see someone else wearing it. They tend to be one off pieces that have
survived the test of time! You will find yourself browsing rails, shelves, or even
piles of clothes in vintage kilo sales for a little while before finding
something you’re willing to part with your money for. But when you do find
something, it’s highly likely that it’ll be an absolute gem. Just remember to
double check the quality of vintage goods - they could be damaged, have holes,
or have <a href="http://www.fashion-era.com/vintage_fashion/a13_cleaning_vintage_tips.htm"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">stains</span></a> that
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Remember that personal style doesn’t necessarily have to be
tied solely to your wardrobe. There are other steps that you can take to help
yourself stand out. Piercings could be a great addition to your overall look.
Societal taboos surrounding them seem to have dropped in the past decade or so
and now increasing numbers of people are opting to stray from single studs in
the lobes and try out something a little more adventurous. Consider <a href="https://www.bustle.com/articles/37873-septum-piercings-101-everything-you-need-to-know-before-you-go-under-the-needle"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">septum piercings</span></a>,
cartilage piercings, or micro dermal anchors. If you do opt to have a piercing,
just make sure to take care of it. Your piercer will generally provide you with
aftercare instructions specific to the piercing you have chosen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Sure, you are going to have to put a little more thought
and effort into curating a unique look than you will if you decide to go along
with the crowd. But generally speaking, it’s all more than worth it! After all,
who wants to look exactly the same as everyone else out there? Being a little
different allows you to really shine!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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April Okwuobasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908347582848643391noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2155298999256564648.post-16858563858728429232019-02-05T08:41:00.001-08:002019-02-05T08:42:11.892-08:00How to Feel more Confident in your Own Appearance<div class="MsoNormal">
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you want to feel better in yourself, and in your appearance then this is more
than possible. In fact, you could start seeing results in less than a week and
this can work wonders for your self-esteem.</span></div>
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Conventional idea of Beauty</span></b></h2>
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the end of the day, it is impossible to change what society defines as beauty.
You can however, change your own. Don’t focus on the beauty that you see in
advertisements or even on social media. Instead, focus on the people who you
admire. You probably see them as being beautiful because they are empowered,
confident and individual. By changing the outlook you have, you can be sure to
see a huge difference in yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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shouldn’t ever let your looks define you. Focus on what you like about
yourself, such as your relationship, your personality or even your perspective
as well. This will help you to improve over time and it will also help you to
see more within yourself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is very easy to freak out when you feel as though you look bad. The stress and
even the anxiety can make you feel really down and this can take an actual toll
on your face. You may find that you develop wrinkles or that you get bags under
your eyes. This can be a vicious cycle but there is a way for you to put an end
to this. All you have to do is smile more because this will make you come
across as being pleasant and it will also improve your mood. If you are feeling
down in the dumps because you still don’t feel as though you look good, why not
pamper yourself, or even pay a visit to the <a href="https://www.trouvemedspa.com/medical-services/" target="_blank">Trouvé MedSpa</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you are self-conscious about your skin, then try and lay off the makeup for a
day or two. When you do this, you may find that your <a href="http://mandyjengelman.com/helping-your-skin-glow-with-health-this-winter/" target="_blank">skin</a> improves and that you feel better in your own skin. This will give your skin
the chance to breathe and it also helps you to see how beautiful you really
are. It is normal for you to feel self-conscious to begin with, but after a few
days you will most certainly see a difference.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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lot of people think that they need to wear clothing that is uncomfortable just
to feel beautiful. This is not the case at all; in fact, you should wear
clothing you feel comfortable in. Don’t wear <a href="https://theidleman.com/blogs/news/best-clothes-comfort-style" target="_blank">clothing </a> that you think is fashionable. Instead, wear clothing that you love. This will
make you feel easier about yourself and it also gives you the chance to trust
your own fashion instincts as well. Being true to yourself is one of the best
ways for you to boost your confidence. You might also want to stay away from
the mirror for a day as well. This way, you are not constantly criticizing
yourself, and you also get a break from the constant pressure of maintaining
your appearance. Believe it or not, this can work wonders for your self-esteem.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
April Okwuobasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908347582848643391noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2155298999256564648.post-46006192757269693142019-01-28T07:33:00.003-08:002019-01-28T10:57:33.267-08:00Financial Hacks For Surviving Being A Young Adult<div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
Being a
grown up comes with a few good perks and a lot of responsibilities. You have to
ensure that you are working toward a goal that is clear and break down your
financial plan to small steps. No matter if you are thinking about saving up
for a deposit, building a business, or improving your job situation, you will
never succeed without a plan and some professional advice. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If you want to grow up and have the financial freedom of
adults, you might want to <a href="https://redlipchronicle.com/money/"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none;">change your attitude toward money</span></a> and become more responsible. You need to
understand that every financial decision you make has a positive or negative
impact on your future life, so doing your research and considering your choices
before signing the dotted line is a must. You cannot blame the bank for getting
you into trouble, if you didn’t hold up your end of the bargains. You have to
know the rules and play by them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Young people often have a bad habit of living ne month to
the next or one day at a time. If you would like to have a house and provide
for your family, have holidays, and make the most out of your life, you
certainly have to think decades down the line. You might be Ok living on your
own today on the income you have at the moment. However, once you need more
stability and a better car to drive to work, you will need to change your
attitude and move the goalpost. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the greatest challenges today’s young adults face is
getting on the property ladder. You will not only need to save up the deposit,
but also have to get a secure job, enough income, not to mention that your
credit rating can still let you down. It is important that you are realistic
about which homes you can afford and <a href="https://www.moneyunder30.com/why-your-house-is-not-an-investment"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none;">think about the return on your investment before you buy
a home</span></a>. While it is hard to
predict future property trends, you can create a future budget that will help
you manage your finances and <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Before you can make any larger financial decision, you will
have to think long and hard about your job security. Many people get into money
trouble because they suddenly lose their job and have no alternatives. While
there are no jobs out there that are absolutely safe, it always helps if you
pick up new skills and qualifications, so it is easier for you to find another
position within a short period of time. Today, people don’t stop learning in
their teens or 20s. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">In case you have worked hard at college or university to
get qualified, you will need to make the most out of the career opportunities.
If you are not driven when it comes to your career, you will find it hard to
focus on your saving and financial goals. You might think that putting in the
long hours now will not pay off and you would rather do something else, you
might get promoted much faster if you show that you are motivated enough to get
things done. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2018/11/13/should-you-be-actively-seeking-opportunities-on-your-linkedin-profile/"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; white-space: pre-wrap;">Smart people are actively seeking opportunities</span></span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, instead of waiting for them to knock on the
door. If you want to make the most out of your life, you will need to look for
ways of improving your life, your skills, and your future. It might involve
taking some risks that most people are not prepared to take. If you find a gap
in the market, you might want to start a business from scratch, gradually
building it up. Alternatively, you can work on a part time gig that will help
you cover your living costs later on.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">If there is one thing you can do to change your financial
future, it is having a saving goal. From an early age, you should develop an
attitude toward money to save up for larger purchases and reward yourself every
now and then, instead of relying on credit and family members. Having a nice
car or renovating your home feels much better if you know that it is all paid
for, and you don’t have to carry on paying the money and interest back for many
years to come, tying up your income. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Financial
education should be a part of school curriculum, many experts argue. While
learning about money, loans, and savings at an early age might be useful, you
will only start becoming better and understanding the money concept once you
have an income you need to budget with. When it comes to finding the <a href="https://bonsaifinance.com/best-credit-cards/"><span style="color: black; text-decoration: none;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; white-space: pre-wrap;">best credit cards</span></span></a><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">, you need to know where to start looking.
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advice from older friends and relatives, so you can avoid the common mistakes
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month and skip a night out with your friends, you can grow your money
significantly in the next few decades. Making the right decisions when it comes
to investments and when to take risks when saving up for your retirement is
equally important, if you want to achieve financial independence. What would happen
if you had to work longer than you wanted, or you wanted to relocate to have
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month and skip a night out with your friends, you can grow your money
significantly in the next few decades. Making the right decisions when it comes
to investments and when to take risks when saving up for your retirement is
equally important, if you want to achieve financial independence. What would happen
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What's up! I hope everyone has had a great start to the year so far. I can't believe we are only a couple of hours shy of the 2nd month of the year. Anyway, a little late, but before I dive into the purpose of today's post, I want to briefly make reference to a post I did at the beginning of last year (<a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/01/strutting-into-new-year-in-pleats-2018.html" target="_blank">here</a>). It was about my goals for 2018 and what I wanted to achieve,Which I will highlight below:</div>
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<u>Some of my goals for 2018 are :</u></div>
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1. Landing a much better job = more money :-)</div>
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2. Seeing my blog grow and hopefully turn into a job (because I do enjoy writing content).</div>
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3.Improving myself daily, and being authentically me no matter what it costs.</div>
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4. Have my modeling career get even bigger.</div>
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5. Work out more and reach better fitness goals (think <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jastookes/" style="color: #b0b9b7; margin: 0px !important; max-width: 100%; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.25s ease-out;" target="_blank"><i>Jasmine Tookes</i> </a>body).</div>
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6. Take much better care of my skin.</div>
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Looking back in hindsight, I am startled that I achieved 90% of everything on that list, except for #2, and more (like starting <a href="https://aprillashes.com/" target="_blank">#AprilLashes</a>). Just goes to show that setting goals and believing in your self and God goes a very long way. That being said, it is only right to make a list for this year so here goes.</div>
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1. See <a href="https://aprillashes.com/" target="_blank">April Lashes</a> get bigger and better </div>
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2. See my blog and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoggt1MMgHRaDZtFYY-2TMg/videos?view_as=subscriber" target="_blank">youtube channel </a>grow and hopefully turn into a job. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 17.6px; line-height: 28.16px;">3.Improving myself daily, and being authentically me no matter what it costs.</span></div>
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4. Have my modeling career get even bigger.</div>
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5. Work out more and reach better fitness goals (think <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jastookes/" style="color: #b0b9b7; margin: 0px !important; max-width: 100%; text-decoration: none; transition: all 0.25s ease-out;" target="_blank"><i>Jasmine Tookes</i> </a>body).</div>
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6. Take much better care of my skin.</div>
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7. Purchase a new vehicle</div>
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8. Travel more</div>
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As you can see one of my goals for this year is to continue to take much better care of my skin, and even though I did that last year, I am going to give it my 110% effort this year by investing in really good products. Also I mentioned that I now have a job that I love working as a Chemist. I love it because it has allowed me to be more aware of harmful chemicals that we unintentionally apply to our skin, therefore has increased my urge to do better research when choosing any skin care products.</div>
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I discovered <a href="https://www.olehenriksen.com/" target="_blank">Ole Henriksen </a>while doing a series of You-tube searches on skin care, and I saw nothing but positive reviews. I did my research on all of the ingredients and viola, I was sold. I decided to get the cleanser and facial scrub, which I talk about more in detail on my YT channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqSSpFPcwSI&t=132s" target="_blank">here</a>. So far I have been loving both products and I am now looking to get the newly released <a href="https://www.olehenriksen.com/shop-by-type/toners-and-mists/glow2oh-dark-spot-toner/26382v1.html" target="_blank">dark -spot remover toner</a>.</div>
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Having gone through a series of moisturizers, I started to believe I was never going to find one that worked on my skin. I have a combination skin but I am oily on my forehead and T-zone and it has been a nightmare finding the perfect moisturizer that didn't make me even more oily in those areas since moisturizers come with some type of humectant (e.g. Glycerin) that helps lock in moisture in the skin. The<i> fresh lotus moisturizer</i> is the only one that has come close to helping me maintain soft and supple glowy skin without making me look like I just ran 400m race.<br />
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Talk about peer pressure. I could't help but drop some coins on the newly released <i>Fenty Beauty </i>concealer in the shade #420. From a chemist's corner, this product is definitely worth the hype. I am so in love. The consistency, formulation and feel on the skin speaks for itself. I have not stopped reaching for it since I purchased it. RiRi and her team definitely outdid themselves on this one. Ok I say no more, go purchase this and see for yourself. </div>
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Finally, check out my YouTube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoggt1MMgHRaDZtFYY-2TMg/videos?view_as=subscriber" target="_blank">here</a> to see my review on other products I purchased from <i>Sephora</i>, as well as an in depth review on these products.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Feeling good about
yourself is easier said than done. But the important thing to remember is that
everybody experiences moments of self-doubt. You shouldn’t compare yourself to
others and wish you could be as strong and self-assured as they are. In
reality, building confidence is a case of faking it until you make it. You’ll
increase your self-esteem if you compliment yourself in the mirror, take better
care of yourself, and associate with the right kind of people. These are just a
few examples. Let’s talk in more depth about overcoming self-doubt and
realizing your worth.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Improve your lifestyle.</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">The first step to
overcoming self-doubt and realizing your worth is to simply look after
yourself. Often, a negative outlook on life leads to poor health <i><u>or</u></i>
poor health leads to that outlook in the first place. Either way, it’s a self-serving
negative cycle. If you want to look and feel better in life then you should
improve your lifestyle. For instance, getting 8 hours of sleep every night
could make a difference. It’ll improve your mental health, so your mindset
might change. It’ll also improve your physical health, so your skin might start
to glow a little more and your metabolism might work a little faster. You’d be
surprised by the impact of a good night’s rest. Additionally, you should focus
on exercising to not only control your waistline but also keep your heart and
mind healthy. If you feel self-conscious about going to the gym or the park to
exercise because of your current weight then you might want to consider your
options. You could check out this </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.theplasticsurgerychannel.com/body/liposuction/"><span style="color: #1155cc;">liposuction video</span></a>.
It might be the right option for you if you don’t have the confidence to get
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Spend time with loved
ones.</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">A big part of overcoming
self-doubt and realizing your worth is surrounding yourself with the </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.designedtoloveblog.com/2018/11/how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love.html"><span style="color: #1155cc;">right people</span></a>. That
doesn’t mean you need to seek external validation in order to feel good about
yourself; it just means that positivity is a cycle in the same way that
negativity is a cycle. If you surround yourself with people who only strive to
bring you down then you’re going to struggle to realize your worth. Even the
most confident person is affected, to some extent, by the things that other
people say and do. But if you spend time with loved ones then your mindset will
greatly improve. Our worldview is influenced by our family and friends. Your
worldview influences them too. It’s about having that strong support network of
close people in your life. We all need people on whom we can rely, and we all
need to provide that same support for people who need it. In turn, you’ll
overcome your self-doubt and realize your worth.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Obviously, fashion isn’t
the most important thing in the world, but it’s a key part of loving your own
appearance. Humans come in many shapes and sizes, but it’s the clothes we wear
and the way in which we present ourselves that plays a big part in our overall
appearance. This sounds as if it should be self-evident, but many people shy
away from the things they really want to wear because they feel self-conscious
about their natural appearance. The key to fashion, however, is wearing outfits
that flatter your body.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Rather than wearing a
baggy shapeless dress, for example, you could put on a belt to draw it into
your figure and accentuate your natural beauty. You could try wearing slimmer
jeans that fit your curves in a more shapely manner. Once you start feeling
confident in the clothes you wear, you’ll feel confident about the person
staring back at you in the mirror. Obviously, the clothes that feel comfortable
will differ from person to person, but the important thing is that you </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/"><span style="color: #1155cc;">dress nicely</span></a> and
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Everybody makes
mistakes. It’s been said countless times by countless numbers of people, but
that’s because it’s true. The key to overcoming self-doubt and realizing your
worth is embracing your imperfections. You </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/5-powerful-ways-to-boost-your-confidence.html"><span style="color: #1155cc;">shouldn’t quit</span></a> even
if you’ve failed at something several times. Perseverance is the key to
becoming better at anything and growing as a human being. If you shy away from
challenges then you’re going to confirm your negative bias.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">For example, if you
can’t play guitar then you’re not going to learn by avoiding it. It’s easy to
look at other successful people and imagine that everything they touch turns to
gold, but they had to go through their own process of discovery and learning.
They’ll have made numerous mistakes throughout their lives, and they’ll
continue to do so. If you want to start loving yourself and realizing your
potential then you need to be brave enough to accept mistakes and move on. You
need to cherish every failure as part of the learning curve that is life.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When it comes to new year’s resolutions, they can be pretty easy to decide upon, but the hard part comes when you have to follow through with it all and actually do something about them. Which is why it is so important to set yourself goals that are achievable and realistic. When you think of the goals that you want to set, being able to save money is always a good idea. But even so, they can be hard to follow through with if you don’t have a plan in place to make it happen. But make sure that it is something that you can achieve; are you really going to stick to something that means cutting back so much that your lifestyle is changed in a massive way? Not likely. So here are some new year’s resolutions that will help you to save money that will mean progress throughout the year for a real impact.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Becoming Debt-Free</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The big one when it comes to money is freeing yourself from debt. It means that you aren’t committed to having a certain income each month as your money is yours and no owed. Of course, this can be hard to do all in one, and certain debts like what you owe the </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="https://citycreekmortgage.com/"><span style="color: #1155cc;">mortgage company</span></a><span style="color: black;"> aren’t going to be paid off anytime soon. But cut back where you can, and make it a goal to be debt-free or cut down the debt by a specific amount before the end of next year. Give yourself a focus and then you make it happen, but how it happens, is up to you.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Generate a Side Income</span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">In order to become debt-free that you’re striving for, or to save money for a mortgage or something specific like a vacation, then being able to </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="https://www.thewaystowealth.com/make-money/side-income-ideas/"><span style="color: #1155cc;">generate a side income</span></a><span style="color: black;"> is always a good idea. But as the new year starts, how about looking at the ways that you can really do that? There are plenty of work from home jobs, and who knows, if all goes well, it could be something that grows into much more than a side hustle.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Saving money isn’t all about cutting back on the things that you like, it can be all about finding alternative or cheaper ways of doing things. For example, it can be much cheaper to do grocery </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/12/exploring-options-for-shopping-smarter.html"><span style="color: #1155cc;">shopping with coupons</span></a><span style="color: black;">. You can still get the things that you like, but it can all cost much less. You could also still have the coffee that you get on the way to work, but how about getting a reusable cup and bringing your own in from work? It is better for the environment than stopping off in a coffee shop and saves money too. You can save money and slash your budget if you are determined enough and are willing to look for other ways of doing things.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Have you thought about any new year’s resolutions yet? Saving money can seem like a big one, but when you break it down and be specific, it doesn’t have to be daunting. Happy holidays</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">!</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "times"; font-size: 12.0pt;">However, as with everything, there are always two sides, and the negative side of social media is having some pretty bad effects on people - one of those being a lack of confidence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "times"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Confidence is a funny thing because it seems that we’re born with it - as babies and children we do things we’d never do as an adult, but then as we grow up we have people telling us that these things aren’t appropriate and that’s something we start to internalize and take to mean that we’re not appropriate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 12pt;">Have you ever found yourself looking on somewhere like Instagram at all those seemingly happy people sharing pictures of their latest tropical trip and wondering why they seem to have such a perfect life?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 12pt;">Of course, you have - that’s the whole point of Instagram really - to filter<a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/03/a-day-in-my-life-april-basi.html"><span style="color: black; text-decoration-line: none;"> </span><span style="color: blue; text-decoration-line: none;">life</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times"; font-size: 12pt;">However, you’d probably be surprised to know that the vast majority of those people posting those pics are probably some of the most unhappy, depressed and anxious people on the planet. Of course, not all of them are, but they’re posting only the good side of their lives and then they’re filtering and editing their photos to show only the best side of them which makes them feel like they’re having their confidence boosted because they’ll no doubt attract a hoard of likes and favorable comments telling them how beautiful and wonderful they are.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times";">We’re certainly
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Improving the way you shop is easier than ever before, especially at this time of the year of endless shopping and gift giving. You can have any number of ideas about how you want your shopping experience to take place, and you these days online you can more than likely find it. Whether that means you want to find the best deals, make a difference through your spending or just make sure you get the right products, there are options for you. So, let’s take a look at some of the ways you can improve your shopping experience.<br />
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The opportunities for you save money in the modern day are far and wide. Some of them start at home with the way you make your purchases and others are through stores desperate to get you to shop with them.<br />
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First of all, the way that you can make <a href="https://truecostmovie.com/learn-more/buying-better/" target="_blank">positive changes</a> to your shopping habits. Asking yourself important questions when you start browsing either online or in a store is the first way to making sure you’re buying smarter. If you are looking at clothes, consider how much wear you will get out of it and what is the purpose of the item. If it is a wear around the house type of sweatshirt, make sure that you are paying a fair price for it. Consider breaking the cycle of seasonal fashion-wear. Buy clothing that you like the color or style of, not what magazines are telling you are in.<br />
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Away from fashion, utilize the comparison websites that are out there. If you want to make sure you are getting a good deal, these are the places to go. Whether you’re buying a phone, a television or anything else there will be someone out there who has compiled great research ready for you to use and save.<br />
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It might seem rather glamorous to go and get yourself a personal shopper, but there are <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/julianmitchell/2017/03/22/this-e-commerce-startup-gives-online-buyers-a-smart-personal-shopper/" target="_blank">websites</a> available these days that act as personal shopping assistants without the markup price. That means if you’re too busy to be looking around the shops or you’re just not sure what your next purchase should be, there is a dedicated team looking at your preferences, and making recommendations just for you. This is a perfect example of how you can now have a completely personal shopping experience thanks to the rise of the internet.<br />
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Finally, for the conscientious shoppers out there consider the numerous options available to you so that you can give as you buy. Initiatives like <a href="https://budgetboost.co/amazon-smile-program-review/" target="_blank">Amazon Smile program</a> allow you to donate a small percentage of your basket at checkout to a chosen charity, without spending any more cash. That means you can feel a little bit better about spending some of your hard-earned wages because you know not only have you bought something that you want, but your shopping has gone to help others as well.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s no secret that when it comes to trends, millennials are the first to rock them. That begs the question – where do the old trends that didn’t live to tell the tale to go? As a responsible generation that they are, most millennials resort to donating their ‘older’ items to charity, or even reselling them for a symbolic price. Now, as a generation that is very much heard by the fashion industry, they are not alone in this attempt of ‘closing the circle’. Namely brands such as Patagonia and H&M have had </span><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/2017/may/26/zara-hm-step-up-instore-recycling-tackle-throwaway-culture" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">recycling programs</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for quite some time now. The way they usually work is that you bring in your old clothes (regardless of the brand they are), the brand recycles them and you even get a discount on your next purchase, so it’s a win-win for all. Initiatives such as these have even given birth to another kind of production called closed-loop production. This involves using recycled materials from the very beginning, and then the garments are recycled once again, which takes the sustainability and ‘closing the circle’ even a step further. Even high-end brands such as </span><a href="http://www.globalfashionagenda.com/commitment/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Alexander McQueen and Gucci</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> have committed to jumping on board by signing up for what is described as ‘commitment to accelerate the transition to a circular fashion system’. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As said, most trends have the lifespan of a fruit fly, but luckily, millennials are turning to trends that seem to have staying power, such as minimalism and athleisure. Both of these trends have proven they have what it takes to stay for a very long time, and by investing in a high-quality minimalistic garment or a pair of </span><a href="https://www.culturekings.com.au/collections/nike" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">versatile and durable Nike shoes</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, millennials often accused of being reckless spenders are actually saving both money and their clothes. By investing in pieces that will not only be trendy for years to come but are also actually made to last, this generation is making sure these items don’t end up in the waste bins, and they’re saving their wallets at the same time, because believe it or not, they’re much pickier and more cunning when it comes to spending money than meets the eye. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whether it was the millennial generation, older generations or all of them combined, the fight to banish fur from collections of high-end designers seems to have given results. Yes, fur looks good, but at what cost? Gen Y-ers would much rather save the animals and rock faux fur, and designers such as </span><a href="http://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/designers/a14443342/michael-kors-goes-fur-free/" style="text-decoration-line: none;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Michael Kors</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, Gucci as well as Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Armani, and Tommy Hilfiger have all joined the Fur Free Alliance which commits them to create fur-free collections. This may seem like a small step, but with all these actions combined, it’s safe to say that strides towards sustainability are being made, and it’s thanks to, not in spite of millennial tendencies. </span></span><br />
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Hey guys so sorry I have been so MIA on here. I have had a million and one things going on like getting a brand new job as a chemist, my dream job y'all....God is soo good. But the biggest highlight of this month has been launching <b>my new lash line</b>. Yup, I started a lash line... Lil ol me. #wonthedoit</div>
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This is a<b> project</b> I have been working on for months but years in my mind. And I am so grateful that I am now at the finish line. It took months of blood, sweat, sleepless nights,<b> endless calls/research</b> and much more to finally get here, but it's here and I couldn't be more proud. Lashes are my absolute favorite feature when it comes to makeup so this is a <b>passion project</b>.</div>
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Synthetic eyelashes are made up of synthetic materials or plastics so the eyelashes will be much stiffer and over-weight and eventually make them harder to use it. Due to its synthetic fiber, it makes them look thicker as well. On the other hand, mink eyelashes are soft and make them look more natural when used.</div>
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Mink eyelashes are made up of mink fur and it has certain advantages as well. The mink eyelashes are more natural, fluffy and lighter at the same time. Due to its light weight and higher quality of lashes, it can be reused after one use also, up to 25 times if well taken care of.</div>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0.4em;">Apply a thin layer of adhesive to the base of the mink strip, applying a little more at the inner and outer corner of the strip. Follow timing directions on your adhesive until the glue becomes sticky before applying to lash line.</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0.4em;">Put mink strip starting at the middle of the lash line, press down and out towards inner corner first, then the outer. Hold for a few seconds/ or until secure. Apply adhesive to outer and inner corner if necessary.</li>
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The official Summer '18 start date is June 21st, but as a Texas girl summer started like 4 months ago. lol...We are currently hitting 100's and I'm literally melting my ass off.</div>
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With such crazy weather, calls for more comfortable and light clothing like cute tops and embroidered jeans, paired with tennis shoes like these <i>Stan Smiths</i>, and of course what is summer without a cute pup as arm candy?</div>
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However, not gonna lie, the fear of gaining the 'summer 15' (yes I made that up) is real and it doesn't help that there is literally sweets and cakes everywhere, it seems like that's all I crave these days too. I probably consumed at least 1500 calories last night having 15 wings from Wingstop + Cajun seasoned fries + baked beans for dinner.</div>
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<span class="" style="color: red;">PLANOLY</span></h2>
I love<i> <b>Planonly</b></i> because of how minimalistic it is. Think of this app as a visual planner. It lets you schedule all your posts to the exact time you want it posted (days, weeks, or months in advance). Furthermore, the app lets you view your engagement rates for each post(s) weekly, monthly and yearly. Auto-population of hashtags and <b>@Instagram </b>handles is one of the things that <b>sold me</b> on the app. The only con is that I noticed for videos and multiple images, they don't automatically post it however you can go ahead and schedule it and they will alert you when its time to get posted.<br />
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This is one of my favorite of all editing apps. With a little $5 investment you get high-end photoshop editing at your fingertips. Features like the smooth tool, detail, <b>reshape</b>, patch and tone are some of my favorite tools on the app. I always go back to this app most especially for all my makeup posts to get that <b>airbrush </b>finish. With over 32,000 downloads this app has become one of the leading beauty apps. I have so many other beauty apps that I <b>love </b>and that I am willing to share so please leave a comment below of you be interested in that.<br />
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I love Afterlight for brightening, sharpening and adding really cool filters like light overlays, frames, retro, and dusty dreamy filters to my photos. It does cost <b>$2.99</b> in the App store but trust me it's so worth every <b>penny.</b><br />
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These are both free in the app store for mobile devices but the free versions are very limiting with what you can do. I will advice making a $10.99/month creative cloud investment (which is what I have) on your desktop so that way you can <b>explore</b> all your creative juices. Gone are the days when we had to make $300 investments to use the photoshop app. I love both of these apps because there is no limiting to what you can do, you can literally make all your pictures look like you're on some island in <b>Santorini </b>and no one will know. If you are looking for a more professional think Vogue cover photo finish, this is the app you need. My main photo in these posts <u><a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/04/layered-up-in-stylekeepers.html" target="_blank">here </a></u>and <u><a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/04/how-to-shop-spring-fashion-on-budget.html" target="_blank">here</a></u> where done in photoshop. <span style="color: #134f5c;">Who wants a photoshop tutorial?</span><br />
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<span style="color: #134f5c;">I love Lightroom because it lets me organize and have all my pictures in one place. I mostly use presets which I sometimes buy or create on my own for an added umphhh to my photos.</span><br />
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Last but definitely not least is my favorite app for writing on pictures. Completely free in the app store, get creative with the font on your pictures or even youtube thumbnails like <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dO-murpqb7Y&t=19s" target="_blank">here</a>. Speaking of youtube are you guys <span style="color: red;">subscribed</span> to me on there? Please subscribe if you haven't, I have been posting a lot more frequently on there. I have a recent post of a <b>bikini try on the haul, </b>and one on how to apply false lashes <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iIcfVk2B9k&t=105s" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XeAn4WDis1M&t=89s" target="_blank">here</a> respectively.</div>
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Do you guys have any of these apps? What are some of your favorite/go-to apps? Which one will you be downloading I have so much more I didn't share but I didn't want to make this post too long. <b>Comment below</b> if you would like me to share more as well as share your<b> fave apps</b> with me also. </div>
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<b>Finally</b>, I hope you all have entered my Giveaway with Jord watches <a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/g/aprilbasi" target="_blank">here</a>, so far only a few of you have entered if you didn't know about the giveaway you can read about it <b><a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/05/jord-watches-100-giveaway.html" target="_blank">here</a></b>. The winner gets <b>$100</b>, and you still get a prize just for entering the competition so please enter, we still have about 3 weeks left.</div>
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April Okwuobasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908347582848643391noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2155298999256564648.post-36706191894308294622018-05-16T07:50:00.000-07:002018-05-29T07:03:37.036-07:00Runway to Real Life: How to Pull off Spring’s Top Trends<h3 style="text-align: center;">
<span style="color: red;"> Strut this Spring's Top Trends</span></h3>
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‘Tis the season to be perky, ladies, and with so much sun to look forward to, we might as well dive into our wardrobe and commence the spring cleaning frenzy! And by that we mean not just getting rid of those long-forgotten items that have been collecting dust in the back of your closet, but it’s also the perfect time to reconsider some of your <a href="http://www.aprilbasi.com/2018/04/how-to-shop-spring-fashion-on-budget.html"><span style="color: #1155cc;">spring fashion</span></a> choices, with a little nudge straight from the runways!<o:p></o:p></div>
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However, therein lies the rub – some, or even a vast majority of those trends are not entirely suited to meet the needs of your everyday life. If you have found a way to take <a href="https://www.popsugar.com/fashion/Saint-Laurent-Sparkly-Boots-43555349"><span style="color: #1155cc;">those Saint Laurent glitzy boots</span></a> to a teacher-parent conference, do enlighten us. That is by no means an excuse to abandon our haute couture dreams, so let’s get down to business and bring these trends into wearable combos!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Don’t be fooled by the subdued nature of this palette, as the sheer variety of shades available makes it close to impossible not to clad yourself in an array of ice-cream hues. From an overwhelming love for lavender, which perhaps stems from this year’s key color ultraviolet, all the way to pure white, what makes this trend oh so sweet is its ease of mixing and matching.<o:p></o:p></div>
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On the other hand, although you can effortlessly stay pretty in pink with a delicious pair of Racil pants, don’t be afraid to leap outside of your pastel comfort zone and experiment with some color-blocking, as well. Start with a single accent in bold red or neon green, for instance, but rest assured, you’ll quickly fall in love with your new stylish rainbow! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Color is not the only way to infuse your spring look with some fresh runway details. In fact, some of the most daring and beautiful pieces have stolen the spotlight precisely because of their clever use of patterns. For starters, vintage details are here to stay: from retro florals that can splash over your maxi dresses, all the way to delicate polka dots, in black and white to further revive this timeless style.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Other patterns that have kept their simplicity include the famous plaid look, but keep in mind that they have been given a modern makeover for the season. You can start simple with a lumberjack-worthy shirt, and move towards something as daring as a <a href="https://www.glamour.com/gallery/plaid-print-trend-spring-2018"><span style="color: #1155cc;">high-waisted tartan skirt</span></a>, whose contemporary asymmetry brings out a new level of cool in this checkered look. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Even though we cannot possibly mimic the layering seen among Gucci and Miu Miu models, among many others, this simple principle is the epitome of spring and a very practical way to enrich your look. So, instead of going overboard by piling up a tee, a shirt, a cardigan, and a classy coat, followed by a layered necklace, you can easily think practical thoughts and add some cool, but useful basics to your spring wardrobe.<o:p></o:p></div>
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While your day look may be settled with a simple tank top and a pair of distressed jeans, you can easily take your pick from <a href="https://www.rockmans.com.au/clothing/outerwear"><span style="color: #1155cc;">a wide variety of women’s jackets</span></a> that will be trendy for the season: the classic biker jacket never goes out of style, while a more sophisticated occasion may call for a printed blazer. <o:p></o:p></div>
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It’s sturdy, stylish, and devilishly sexy, and it’s not going anywhere from the fashion realm any time soon – denim is a preferred fabric for many a designer, and they have shown a distinct preference for denim-dominated outfits. Tom Ford, for example, has offered a few dark looks that are truly pure, <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/shows/spring-summer-2018-ready-to-wear/tom-ford/collection"><span style="color: #1155cc;">head-to-toe denim</span></a>. And even though it may feel like overkill to instantly step into a top and pants along with a jacket all made of denim, you sure can go back to basics with this durable material.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A form-fitting denim dress makes for an excellent spring pick, while Levi’s jeans are a staple of any collection. Plus, all of these and many other dark-hued items go splendidly well with the sporty, urban vibe that has been taking over the world by storm. Just wrap it up with your favorite pair of Converse sneakers, and you are one logged t-shirt away from spring-tastic! <o:p></o:p></div>
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As you can see, the catwalk trends are not as unreachable as they might seem at first. All it takes is a touch of imagination, some personal alterations to make the trends fit your preferences, and your personal spring collection will be brimming with runway pzazz! <o:p></o:p></div>
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In my 20 something years of life, I have realized that time is the most valuable possession a person can have. The older I get the more I realize I wish I could get back all the time I wasted not pursuing my goals and aspirations. All the time I wasted on a partner I had no business getting myself involved with.</div>
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With all those harsh realizations also comes the reminder that <a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/shop" target="_blank">time</a> is the most beautiful gift we have been given on earth. If I didn't spend time in those relationships, wrong paths, I wouldn't have changed my ways to be on my true authentic path.<br />
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As long as we have life, we have the <a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/shop" target="_blank">time</a> and power to change anything. For me, to keep track of all my time, I have to always have a watch with me to make sure I am not wasting any more time to pursue the things I love. Even better, a chic time-piece that keeps perfect unmatched track of my time.</div>
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Watches have always been one of my favorite accessories. I could literally fo-go all of my other accessories but I have to have my watch on. <b><a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/" target="_blank"><i>Jord watches</i></a> </b>have unique timepieces crafted from real wood (bamboo, acacia, maple, olive, rosewood, walnut, etc). I chose this <b>dark-sandal wood </b>& emerald set because it fits my style and it's a classic piece.</div>
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I would also like for you, my readers to take utmost control of your time, so <b><i><a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/shop" target="_blank">Jord </a></i></b>and I will be hosting a giveaway below so that one lucky winner will also have a <b>beautiful time-piece</b> to help keep track of your time spent making beautiful memories. </div>
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All entrants will have a chance to win $100 gift code to use on the <a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/shop" target="_blank">JORD</a> site, one lucky person will win but all entrants will receive a consolation code worth 10% to use on the <a href="https://www.woodwatches.com/shop" target="_blank">Jord</a> site once the contest is over! </div>
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We are looking for at least 25 entries in the contest. I will provide a giveaway link below. Please fill out your <b>name and email address</b> on the page that pops up. Finally, follow me on <i>Instagram</i> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aprilbasi/" target="_blank">here</a>, and subscribe to my <i>Youtube</i> channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoggt1MMgHRaDZtFYY-2TMg?view_as=subscriber&pbjreload=10" target="_blank">here </a>to qualify. This giveaway will run for<b> 4 weeks</b> or until all <b>25 </b>entries are gathered. Goodluck <span style="background-color: white; font-family: , , "segoe ui" , "roboto" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">❤️</span></div>
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