All Natural Toothpaste

All natural toothpaste. Sound good? Too hard to make? I stumbled upon a video thread on youtube while looking for another video and I actually like it. Sometimes we spend way too much time on buying products and sometimes we can just use what we have at home. Natural is better by far. I haven't tried this recipe but I do think it works simply because my mom used to tell me to gargle with hydrogen peroxide. It kills the germs in your mouth and actually will give you a whiter smile. If you look at the ingredients in tooth whitening strips and some manufactured toothpastes this already is a main ingredient. The next ingredient is baking soda. We all know the cleaning power of baking soda. Not only will baking soda clean your teeth but it will also whiten your teeth as well also. Baking soda was used as a method of teeth cleaning well before toothpaste was invented. I use baking soda by dipping my toothbrush already with paste on it in the baking soda to coat the toothbrush and then proceed to brushing my teeth. This is actually a video submission to Threadbanger on youtube so check it out and tell me what you think.

Dining Out Healthy

Hey guys! This post isn't breaking down exact calories and listing all the restaurant chains in America either. Today I am writing on something simple but rather important which is eating out. We eat out almost every day and sometimes we don't consider the long term damage it does to our body. Not only does it take away from our natural glow but it also unbalances our digestive system. I have compiled a few simple choices from major fast food chains that more than likely can be found in every area of the world. Now these choices may not fill you up especially if you have a hearty appetite like me but these ideas should sustain you until you get home and fix a nutritious meal or are able to reach a destination that allows you more control of what you eat.

• McDonalds...here you can order apple dippers, fruit and yogurt parfait, fruit and walnut salad, grilled chicken without the bun, Strawberry-Banana or Wild Berry smoothie, Minute Maid Apple Juice Box, white or chocolate milk, orange juice, or lastly Dasani Water
• Wendy's....chili with beans for fiber, baked potato(sour cream and chives is best preferred), mandarin oranges, fresh fruit cup with apples, grapes, and pineapples, or an array of new salads. You can also just opt for the side salad. After I include the dressing, croutons, and cheese on the side salad I am full which now that I think about it probably defeats the point.oops!
• Sonic now has fresh fruit which includes apples and bananas. You can order chocolate milk, water, tea, a grilled chicken wrap or chicken salad.
• Burger King offers side garden salad, apple juice, milk, apple fries(similar to apple dippers), or a veggie burger. Yes they still make them!
• Taco Bell offers fresco tacos and burritos which are topped off with their signature fiesta salsa. I posted the ingredients to Taco Bell's Fiesta Salsa because it actually is all natural aside from  a few preservatives to keep it fresh.

• Fiesta Salsa
  
  Tomatoes, White Or Yellow Onions, Cilantro. Fiesta Salsa Dressing: Diced Green Chili (Green Chilies, Citric Acid), Vinegar, Water, Diced Jalapeño Chili, Partially Hydrogenated Corn Oil, Salt, Garlic Powder, Xanthan Gum, and Less Than 0.1% Sodium Benzoate Added As A Preservative.
  

My Snoring Solution Jaw Supporter

Ok... For all you folks out there that snore please tell me it isn't so. I don't snore which I after writing this post I am so glad. I have been hearing a lot of buzz out there regarding a particular product that promises to help snorers in their tracks. Are you tired of snoring? My Snoring Solution Jaw Supporter looks like a contraption that you would see a geek wearing. I have read a few surprising reviews though on this item and they have fared this product well with reviews. This product has been on the market for about 5 years created by Steven Matthews and has been seen on TV infomericals gaining success. This item promises to leave you well rested the next day after sleeping and to discontinue any snoring you may suffer. This item seems a little over the top but has a 90 day money back guarantee so looks like you win either way. Until researching for this post I never knew that there were negative health issues associated with snoring. Currently there is a BOGO on all orders. Don't know what to do with your extra Jaw Supporter? You can keep it for travel or give it to a loved one. The possibilities are endless. Click here to view the site or to order and best of luck.

The Secret to True Beauty

Hello everyone! I read beauty and fashion blogs, read magazines and shop quite often and in all of this there is one area of beauty I have noticed that remains the underdog, which is inner beauty. We can shop til we drop giving away all of our money on beauty products and we can have all the latest fashions but sometimes we have to stop and take a look in the mirror. Inner beauty is not talked about enough which brings us to today's topic which is confidence. Have you ever noticed that certain girl that you would not even dare consider her to be attractive but somehow the men swoon over her? That's called confidence. Confidence in not having to worry about if a guy thinks you're cute or if your outfit is the best. Confident in just being you and accepting who you are. Confident in believing and knowing you are beautiful just the way you are. Check out the Bruno Mars song titled "Just the Way You Are" and you'll see what I mean. Are you that girl with a gap? Love it. That girl with the cowlick that won't behave? Enhance it. That girl with the dimples? Smile more. Confidence is being secure with yourself and being comfortable in your own skin no pun intended(okay, just a little pun intended). Don't confuse this with arrogance because there is a difference. Try for one day not worrying about your cosmetic and so called superficial imperfections because no two people are alike, even twins. Supermodels aren't even perfect. Don't forget there was something different about them that allowed them to get the job. Lauren Hutton modeled and became famous with a gap in her teeth. Cindy Crawford got denied several times in the modeling industry due to her mole which is now by the way is called a beauty mark(go figure). Tyra Banks gets criticized over her forehead which some consider to be large but that didn't stop her from becoming a supermodel. The next time you are out walk with your head up and embrace your self. Love the skin you are in and smile, smile, smile.


I suggest reading a poem called "Phenomenal Woman" by Maya Angelou. It is a beautiful poem about a woman who has what others would call no physical beauty but because she embraces her own natural beauty she lets her light shine and her "hidden beauty" becomes visible to others.

NewsFlash

Hello to all my dear avid readers. Today is not really a post so much as it is a newsletter. I will not waste your time with repeated fashion news but give it to you straight with the latest to get you on your way.
*First we have Victoria's Secret 7 for $25 panty sale going on now(yeah) and for all PinkNation members 8 for $25. Not a registered member yet of PinkNation? You can click here to register. Sale ends September 27, 2010. On Sunday October 10, 2010 there will be a members only private shopping event so hurry up and register and you may still be able to receive an invite!

* Secondly we have the First Ever Bebe Runway Show and you can catch it here and catch all the amazing looks coming up for spring 2011.

*Lastly but not forever a new company Beyond the Rack, similar to Ideeli and Gilt features top designer brands at up to 70% off. They are just a toddler in this world, only around for about a year but already stomping their feet demanding to be noticed. The sales only lasts for about 48 hours with up to eight new events starting daily. Items in your cart will be removed after 20 minutes if not purchased to give other members a chance at ordering the merchandise, as this is an invitation only event.. Some featured designers are Dior, Etienne Aigner, Escada and a host of other prominent designers. After you are accepted you can invite friends and receive a $10 shopping credit off your first purchase.

Hempz Treats Lotion

Ahhh where should I start? Hempz Treats Lotion for the body are just tantalizing! The scents are so delicious that you will forget that lotion is not edible. Strawberry Cheesecake is now made for the body! As I strolled into the local Beauty Brands I checked out a product that has been out for some time but with all the products out there who has time to try them all? Hempz Treats Lotion can be found at Amazon,  Beauty Brands, other online retailers and in store at other beauty retailers. I like this lotion because first the scent is reminscent of their actual dessert counterparts. Strawberry Cheesecake actually smells the real thing. Secondly because of all the wonderful skin moisturizing ingredients such as pure orgaanic hemp seed oil and natural honey and vanilla extracts which have wonderful skin conditioning properties and contain antioxidants. These help skin stay silky and moisturized for hours. Included scents in this line range from Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake, Strawberry Cheesecake, Orange Dream Cupcake, Vanilla Creme Brulee', and Cranberry Vanilla Cake among other scents. Also available is Hempz Treats Lip Shine in your favorite scent as well. XOXOXOXO

Contest Winner!!

Thanks to all those who sent me there best beauty tip and took the time out to message me, I really appreciate it! Also because of the overwhelming response and to reward the winner for beating out all others the reward was doubled! WOW. The winner was Christine P. of San Antonio TX. Enjoy your gift card to Sephora and all of you saddened don't worry, we will be offering another contest here shortly after everything gets sorted out. Thanks for reading and I know I haven't posted in a while. Life sometimes just grabs you and doesn't let go :)