Foyers- First Impression

The entrance to a home and foyer sets the mood of the house. It sets the mood, tone and reveals what is in store for the visitor. Tidy, welcoming, modern, classic- any adjectives can be set in stone in someone's mind before entering your house.

So I have conducted a list of unique foyers from Elle Decor.Items that seem to be in just about every foyer for practical reasons are a mirror, unique and distinctive lighting, a console table of varying size and a place to sit down and remove one’s shoes.

Welcome to each of these homes.
The exquisite lighting and use of sky light makes this foyer simple yet elegant.


A bold colour immediately screams attention, along with delicate accessories. This sets the mood in a splendid way.


This simple, classic and clean foyer allows the beauty of the house speak for itself. Notice how the flowers, such little details, contribute to the harmony of this picture.

The use of wall paper, especially in zebra prints, screams "FAB".

The lavender tone and the natural lights makes this feel like the perfect getaway. It makes visitors anticipate to explore the rest of the house.

Indulge Yourself Every Now and Then

We are always so caught up in our hectic lives. Even while we are being financially successful, getting our daily exercises in and eating healthy, we sometimes forget to treat that one special person who made it all happen. Yes, you! Indulging yourself can come in so many different ways, and it is a way to reward and thank yourself for being the best it can be.

My favourite indulgent is going to the spa and getting a relaxing facial. But we can't always afford expensive facials; a great spin is a a nice soothing homemade mask after a long day of work. Two new masks that I have recently discovered involve the use of yogurt. Yogurt is natural, unlike a lot of chemical ingredients you find in drugstores nowadays. Perfect for all types of skins.. indulge yourself!



Mask #1 - Honey Yogurt
You need:

• 1 tbsp natural yogurt, room temperature (not lowfat or non-fat)
• 1 tsp runny honey (microwave for a few minutes to soften hardened honey)

How to :

Combine mixture, then apply to face.
Let sit for 15 minutes.
Wash face with steaming washcloth.
For dry skin, use an extra tsp of honey.
Oily skin? Add a few drops of fresh lime juice.

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Mask #2 - Strawberries
Strawberries are natural sources of salicylic acid which is what most acne cleanser contains to fight acne and bacteria on your skin.

You need:

• 1/4 cup strawberries (fresh, not frozen please)
• 1/4 cup sour cream or non-flavored yogurt

How to:
Mash together the strawberries and yogurt or sour cream.
Spread on face and wash after 10-15 minutes.

Muah, the kisses

Lustrous, big bang and explosive lips. Who doesn't want lips that just screams attention! Allow me to present you the new Superglass line collection by M.A.C. The product is just as it says: super, glossy, like glass. The gloss is blended with pearls, radiating the most gorgeous dazzle. It has a tint of vanilla flavour, perfect for my taste.

Superglass is debuting on May 6th, and it is limited edition. In some reviews, the gloss is said to be thick and sticky, which means it can last all day long. With the abundance glitter, it doesn't feel grainy either.

All about that Long Lasting Scent

Floral,musky, citrusy.. a perfume when worn often enough can become a "signature scent". Why do some perfumes tend to dissipate instantly? Where you apply your scent, the composition of your perfume and when you apply play important roles in making your scent last all day. Here are some proven ways to make your perfume last longer:


1. A very basic start is to know your potion. Perfume oils and perfumes with high concentration of essential oils last longer than perfumes diluted with alcohol, water and ethyl. Perfume extract and eu de pafrum have the highest concentration of perfume oil; eau de toilette and eau de cologne have the lowset. Perfume makers estimate that the scent of a perfume or parfum can last up to 6 hours, while the scent from eau de toilette can wear off after about 2 to 4 hours.

2. Layer away! Layering your fragrance will make the scent last longer. Layer begins in the shower. If possible, use soap, shower gel of your desired scent. After toweling yourself, lather the lotion of your scent over your whole body. This creates a base for your perfume.

3. Pulse points play a major role. You should apply your perfume in areas like the temples, the base of your throat, in the cleavage, the wrists and the bend of the elbow. Some pulse points that most people ignore are those at the back of the knees and the ankles. Since scent travels upward these scent pulse are very important!

4. Perfume evaporate quickly on dry skins, since some perfume contains alcohol. Apply potion before applying your perfume. A lotion having the same scent is even better.

5. When you spray perfume on your wrist, never rub it, because it would "compress" te scent and won't allow the scent to develop naturally with your body chemistry.