Many girlfriends of mine say all the same things: 'I'd really like to take care of myself more, you know like they show in movies, have all that spa-bath nights and long pamper routine, but I simply don't have time'. And my answer to it - you don't need to have time in order to take care of yourself. I don't have time either and here is how I do it. 
1. Make your everyday shower really special. 
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Of course you are tired after work, and the only thought in your head is how much you miss your pillow but instead of automatic routine, make your night routine interesting. Choose different shower gels every night depending on your mood, play some relaxing music, sing, use massage tools, smell aroma candles. So next day when you will be on your way home instead of  'Ugh, again I have to take shower', you will be like 'Yay, which sent shoud I choose today?' 
2. Use natural oils instead of body lotion. 
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Not only it's a beautiful sensual ritual, it is also good for your skin. I don't tell you to throw away your favorite Victoria's Secret body lotion, just put it aside from time to time. If you afraid that your clothes and bedding will get messy, use light oils or dry oils which dry immediately. Take advantage and add some massage moves while you're applying your favorite product. 
3. Substitute regular face masks with masks in pockets. 
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Korean beauty industry is well-known with innovations and their face masks already took international market. And that's for a reason. I actually writing this post with banana mask on my face, which wouldn't be possible if I decided to go with clay mask, for example. And my favorite part about these masks - you don't need to rinse them off. As easy as that. Moreover, there are such an enormous variety of these masks for all skin types, for all possible purposes. 
4. Pick your favorite face oil. 
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So I've already suggested using body oil but I didn't mention face. Well, the most common misconception about face oil is that you can't use it if you don't have dry skin. I have good news for you, girl. You can and you should. The question is to pick up the right one. And in my personal opinion, you do not have to go with expensive brands, start with regular 100% natural oils like coconut, argan, shea butter etc. The key is that it would be natural, so it wouldn't clog  your pores and you will use it as face massage oil. Yes, you heard me. You can do 3 minutes face massage right before you go to bed as part of your everyday routine. Seems not that hard, right?
5. Don't ignore exfoliation.

We all know how important exfoliation is and yet many of us simply ignore it. So just don't. And remember that not only your face needs it, but also your whole body and even scalp. Don't be too hard, especially when you have sensitive skin once a week should be probably enough. Pick the right exfoliator depending on your skin type and enjoy the freshness of your skin. Also you can easily make your own exfoliator at home. 

So, that were 5 easy tips about the beauty routine. Seems doable, doesn't it? Just do it with love. Love to yourself, me dear. 

Summer is finally here and if you are on of those who think that black is new pink, new orange... pretty much everything, than you are welcome because today I am going to tell you how to rock black color in summer. If you were attentive in physics school lessons, you probably know that black color attracts heat but still there are some ways to nail it, so you would not boil in a summer heat.

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Black can be your color of seduction, especially when you play with black lace. For hot summer date choose sexy slip dress with sophisticated lace embellishments and heels-on-fire sandals. Accessorize it with  floral necklace and tiny clutch and you are ready to party! 

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Are you getting ready for an adventurous journey? Put your favorite lazy pants aside and dress up like Airport Goddess. Choose breathable lace top mixed with comfortable stretchable jeans. You do not want to feel tensed for 6-8 hour, right? Leave your flipflops till you will get to the beach and choose comfortable leather sandals on medium heel or platform instead. To keep your blowout flawless as if you just got out of a salon, wear a trendy hat.  We all know how windy it gets when you enter the plane. 

Yes, you were wearing black clothes to the office whole year, I know, but why not to dress like Chic Diva in a simple little black dress which will outline all your curves? And the main hero of your look is the awesome pair of shoes like those Gionvito Rossi. For more chic look, make a super sleek ponytail which is trendy this summer again. Viva la Glam. 

Party with girls? I got creative look for you! Choose shiny sequin-decorated top with long tight skirt combined with neon yellow shoes. Black is too traditional for summer, isn't it? If yellow is too brave for you, pick any bright color.  Attention to your legs is guaranteed. 

Hi there, girl! How are you?
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If you are reading this post it means that you are on the right way in your life. Life full of adventures and challenges. It would be hard, it would be breath-taking but the most importantly - it would be your unique way. Today I am not going to talk about fashion or beauty. I am going to talk with you about your passion. 
You can call it in many ways: passion, career, profession or hobby which brings you money. 
What do you need? Please prepare a notebook or just a sheet of paper and a pen. Breathe deeply, smile and let's begin.

1. Things I like to do.  This exercise is very easy. Please write down a list of things you like to do. The more you write the better. But how to start? Imagine that you have a day off and you're absolutely free to do whatever you want. What activities you will be up to? Even if it looks hard from the first look, trust me, there is something. You will not stare at the wall whole day, won't you?)) The important thing is to write what you WANT to do, not what you have to. Don't write "laundry" or "organizing my closet' unless these activities really bring you joy. For example, it can be writing, painting, knitting, cooking... You can even mention a workout if you're in love with this part of your healthy routine. Try to write not less then 50 activities. 
After you finished with your list, try to rank them. Let's say the most enjoyable activity you will give 10, the least - 1. Of course, it is going to be hard because all of them are supposed to be joyful and bringing pleasure but this part is really important cause you will realize that some of your favorite activities are "fake-favorite". And depending on that. you will create your top-10 activities which will be a starting point in finding your passion.

2. Things I am good at. Well, do not freak out. I know it s hard to evaluate yourself  but your experience will help you. You heard from your friends things like: "I wish I could do braids like you do" or "You are such a good listener!". And of course in school there were subjects in which you were better than others. Even if National History does not seems to be useful in terms of your career please include it in your list. When you start to struggle, call your mom, your best friends, ask your co-workers at least. 
Ok, now again you are supposed to rank all skills (or not really skills)) ) from your list. Again the most enjoyable ones you give 10, the least - 1. Do not rank them according how good you are. Rank them basing on what you like to do.

3. My mission. It does not matter whether you believe that everyone has a mission in this life or not, but even from professional point of view you need to have a bog goal in your life, some sort of utopia mission, like perfect aim where you want to see yourself. Think as global as possible. I will help you.
I _________________ want to influence this world by doing________________ and helping______________. 

There are two crucial parts in formulating your mission. First, it has to include what exactly you want to do. And second, who you are going to influence. 
For example, I want to influence this world by feeding homeless pets. I want to influence this world by helping women all around the world to discover their inner strength. I want to influence this world by  making life of elderly people easier. 
 What and who are always connected. Your mission can be local. For example. you want to influence people of your city, or your area... It does not matter. Just write it down to estimate the scale of your Big Mission. 
"But I don't want to be an altruist". Influencing others is not about being an altruist, it is how life works. When talking to stranger in a subway, you're already influencing each others. 
Please keep in mind that most likely you will not achieve that Big Mission. It is something where you're always striving to get. It is something which your values are based on. 

4. My role models.  I don't like this term - role model, to be honest. I prefer that everyone will be their own role model but there are some people you can get inspiration from. They can be celebrities which values you share or your personal heroes, your friends or people you met only once in your life. Make a least of 5-10 people who inspire you and write down which part of their personality and their work you like the most.

5. My rules. These rules are about your career. They are more like your values but formulated as rules. Think how you imagine your dream job. Is it an office job or freelance? is is a big team or you work by yourself? Do you have a boss or you are running a company? What kind of corporate culture do you want to have? Who are your coworkers. are they creative or more organized, friendly or reserved? Think about all these things. What is good for one person, not necessarily will work for you. 
So, next time you will apply for job, you will make sure that "your rules" are part of position you are applying for.

So, that was it for today. Of course, it is not the last post about passion and career. This post is just a point where you can start to follow your passion.First, discover it, and later we will talk about how to fulfill your dreams.
 Good luck, my dear! ))) 

 

Spring if knocking on the door. Yay! Time to surround yourself with flowers. And I am talking not only about flowers on your working desk, I am talking about floral prints in your closet. Are you looking for special money-saving deals? I have something for you) 
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ASOS, 43$

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GoJane, 33.63$

Victoria Swing, 20$

Forever 21, 19.90$

AX Paris, 35$