My Homemade Yogurt Recipe

How to make Homemade Yogurt?

Do you know, homemade yogurt can make easy and cheap (with a family of 4 we go through a lot of yogurt).
It is my favorite breakfast and good for health. All you need is milk and yogurt for active. No need to use yogurt maker machine at all.

Ingredients :

• 1 quart milk (you can use low fat or not-fat milk if you care about your weight)
• 1 tablespoon plain yogurt.

Instruction:

1. Heat milk in pot just warm (about 185 ° ) Do not boil to foam. Stirring frequently(add sugar if you like sweet).
2. Remove pot milk from heat and let cool (about 110 °)
3. Place yogurt in a medium bowl.
4. Gradually pour warm milk, about 1/2 cup at a time.
   
5. Stirring with a whisk (but I use fork, it worked, too)
6. You can add fruit in the ingredient, if you like.
   
7. Stirring until smooth. Then cover bowl with plastic wrap, poking two or three holes for ventilation.
8. Place bow at a warm place (about 90°) such as in room tempperature (but not in winter) about 5 hours. Until milk begins to thicken around edges then it done
   
9. Transfer yogurt in a covered container and keep in refrigerator. This could keep for 2 weeks.

Note :

• Reserve at least 1/4 cup of this yogurt to begin next batch.
• You can both eat and apply this homemade yogurt for facial mask :)
  

My Mango Margarita recipe

(Why Mango? Just because I like it)

Simple mango margarita recipe. It is easy. You no need to have bartender degree. It's good for relax or refresh after hard work all day.

This is the recipe that I like to use. It is for 1 serving.

Ingredient :

• 1 medium size mango.
• 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup
• 1/2 ounce Cointreau
• 1 ounce tequila
• Ice
• Coarse salt (to coat rim of glass)

Instruction:

• Peel and Slice the mango.
• Then combine the slices mango, lime juice and syrup in a cocktail mixing glass and muddle well.
• Add the Cointreau and tequila and shake well with ice.
• Strain into a chilled, salted cocktail glass.

My Simple Homemade Salsa sauce Recipe

I like spicy food. Salsa sauce is not hard to make at home. I always make it a lot and keep it in refrigerator. It delicious for many food such as hamburger, sandvice, stake or use to be base of pasta sauce just add some mushroom and beef, etc. Or just eat with flour chip for snack.

Ingredient :

• 4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped in dice of fine, depend on your like
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped garlic (Some people does not like garlic you can remove this ingredient from your list)
• 1/4 cup chilli for mild salsa (1/2 cup chilli if you like spicy )
• 1 teaspoon vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instruction:

1. Boil everything in pot with medium heat about 10-15 minutes.
2. Remove pot from stove, wait until warm
3. Transfer salsa sauce in close container and keep in refrigerator.

Note :

• This is just basic salsa. You can add other ingredient depend on your taste such as marinated olives, ovocado, thyme, basil, rosemary or even fruit like mango.

7 Tips For Healthy Contact Lens Wear This Halloween

by Barbara Lewis

Do you want to have the coolest costume this Halloween? The best way to do that is by wearing a pair of Halloween contact lenses. Before you run off to grab a set, read over these 7 tips to ensure your eyes will stay healthy and to get the most out of your lenses.

1) Soft contact lenses have a limited lifespan. Even when you take the best care of your Halloween contact lenses, they must be discarded after a pre-determined amount of time. Ask your eye care provider how long your particular lenses are designed to be used.

2) Always wash your hands before inserting or removing your contact lenses. Use a plain soap that does not contain extra moisturizers, as they may coat up your lenses.

3) Your lenses are for your eyes only. Never ever share your contact lenses with your friends. It is far too dangerous and easy to pass infection through contact lenses. Don’t even think about it.

4) Remove your lenses before sleeping at night. Halloween contact lenses are not designed to be worn while sleeping. Take off your lenses before you get into bed.

5) Your lenses must be prescribed by a licensed eye care provider. The actual costume effect, such as cat eyes, or dragon eyes do not have to be on the prescription. However, the actual fit of the lenses must be prescribed. This is true, even if you have perfect vision.

6) Use the recommended care system with your lenses. Some theatrical lenses may be ruined by certain types of solution. To protect your investment and your eyes, always follow instructions.

7) Buy your Halloween lenses from a reputable source. Never even consider buying lenses from untrusted sources. You never know where those lenses have been or if they have been sterilized and stored properly.

If you follow these tips this Halloween, your eyes will stay happy and healthy and you will have the best costume at the party.

About the Author

Barbara Lewis wants you to have a happy and healthy night of costume fun with your Halloween contact lenses by following these tips. Visit http://www.ContactLensSuccess.com for more great tips and lens ideas.

My Applesauce Recipe

There is nothing to compare with homemade applesauce. It's fresh, delicious, good for health and easy to prepare. I always made its a lot and keep in

Ingredients for Makes 3 cups:

• 4 medium size apples
• 1/2 cup lemon juiced
• 1/2 cup water
  
• 1/4 cup sugar

How to make apple sauce :

1. Peeled, cored and sliced apples.
   
2. Boil water in pot or saucepan until heat
3. Put apples, sugar, and lemon juice.
   
4. Boil over low heat until apples are very soft, stirring occasionally about 20 minutes. Apples can crush easy by itself,
5. Remove saucepan from heat. Transfer apples to in a covered container and keep in refrigerator.
6. If you would like you can add cinnamon or nutmeg about 1/2 cup.
7. Serve warm or cold in plain or with yogurt.

Note :

• This recipe can keep in refrigerator about 3 days.
• I added lemon juice because I think only sugar is too sweet.

Shape your Eyebrows

By: Juliet Cohen

Eyebrows can dramatically change your appearance. Tweezing your eyebrows is one of the most dramatic way to change your face without makeup or surgery. It can make your eyes look larger and give your face a clean, polished look. You may also need to fill your eyebrows in to give them an even look. Brow powders are often the best option. Use a wedge or thin liner brush to apply the powder. There are also eyebrow liners, which can be heavy. Or you can use eyebrow gels or a combination of gels, powders, and liners. Try not to draw on eyebrows. Eyebrows protect our eyes from dust and dirt and also frame the face to give it proportion.

Never tweeze your eyebrows on a special date or occasion. The last step is to remove any hairs that are in between your natural brows. An important eyebrow shaping tip is to replace your tweezers every year or so. Select tweezers that are slant-edged and have a rough textured point. Dip it in antiseptic before and after you tweeze. Try and tweeze and shape your eyebrows after you have washed your face. Threading is a method of shaping your eyebrows with a length of thread and has been popular in China, India and the Middle East. Since it is very precise, it allows the beautician to exercise control over the eyebrow shape. Waxing is not very suitable since you cannot control wax to remove individual hair.

What You Need:

1. A great pair of tweezers.

2. A mirror, preferably magnifying.

3. Anbesol or children's teething gel if you are afraid of pain.

Steps

1. Make sure that the beginning of the eyebrows aligns with the center of the nostril.

2. Pluck the extra hairs that stick out of your shape.

3. Have a friend there or work in front of a mirror so you pluck your eyebrows to the right shape.

4. Take a bag of half-melted ice, wrap it around a towel and rest on your eyebrows.

5. When you finish, remove the ice and you have flawless eyebrows.

Article Source: http://www.ApprovedArticles.com

Juliet Cohen writes articles on eyebrow threading and eye makeup tips. She also writes articles on eyebrow tips.

Eye Beauty Tips for Asian Pacific Women

Blogger's Comment:
Why I interesting in this article? Because I am an Asian women.

Eye Beauty Tips for Asian Pacific Women

By: Jaks Lloyd

Overview

As many Asian women are exposed to fashion and beauty media aimed primarily at white Caucasian women, it is important to be aware of the subtle differences between the two although the beauty concepts are similar.


Appreciating the difference in skin, eyes and hair is essential to making the most of the natural and exotic beauty enjoyed by so many Asian Pacific women.

What works well for blond hair and blue eyes may prove to be ill suited or even a disaster for women of other ethnic groups.

The yellow and golden skin tones and exotic eye shape are the most outstanding difference that Asian Pacific women enjoy over women of other races and these are just the features that should be emphasized to create a naturally beautiful effect.

Just think how many leading actresses and photographic fashion models with Asian looks have become prominent in films, TV and magazines in the last decade.

Film makers, magazine editors, fashion houses have at last recognized the allure and naturally exotic beauty that so many Asian women possess.

At the same time the cosmetic industry has developed make up specifically designed to suit and enhance Asian skin tones.

An Asians woman's eyes are not only her best asset but also her biggest challenge when it comes to applying make up.

Generalities

Start by making sure you have good tools. Checking out the on line sites is the quickest and best way to compare prices and quality, and gives you time to consider your best buys.

Many Asian women think that they should use foundations and powder in shades, mainly pink that counteracts their natural skin tones.

More often than not this produces an unnatural look.

The use of yellow shaded facial products creates a naturally attractive clear modern look and does not make the skin more yellow looking, as many women believe.

Eye MakeUp Tips

Picking the right eye shadow brush. The ideal width should be 3/5 of the space between your eyebrows and upper lash line when your eyes are open. Choose a brush with good quality bristles.

Eye Shadow Colors. Experiment with colors that you think look good on you. For work and daytime think about more natural shades.

For looking great for going for the evening try brighter shades to give greater emphasis to your naturally beautiful almond eye shape.

Coral, orange or light grey can complement your skin shade and looks up to date and fashionable. Although widely used, be careful with some browns, which can give a dated look.

It's fun to experiment with eye shadows and liners and you can get some great effects.

Use a tapered contoured crease brush to create depth and size for the eyes. Eye lining pencils are the most important eye makeup tool for controlling the look of your eyes.

By drawing the line past the outer corner of the eye and blending it upwards you can emphasize the naturally longer and exotic look of your beautiful Asian eyes.

To downplay the exotic look at work or during the day, gradually thicken the eye line as you work towards the outer corner and stop just past the end.

Tips on applying mascara and enhancing the lashes apply to every woman.

Try using a lighter shade of eyeliner under the lower lashes and a heavier shade above the upper lashes if you want your eyes to appear deeper and more open.

Always use a light touch when applying eye make up, if you want to add depth then do so in easy stages, otherwise you may have to clean up and start all over again or feel uncomfortable with the make up looking caked on and unnatural.

When we meet people, whether it is for the first time or old friends, most will first look into each others eyes.

It is no wonder that it is said that the eyes are truly the mirrors of the soul. That first impression is important in so many situations that special attention to healthy, clear and beautiful eyes is worth the effort.

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Article Source: http://www.ApprovedArticles.com

Jacqueline Lloyd is the author of this article which appears in her definitive website For your Eyes Only/ Model Tips and Tricks for Beautiful Eyes eyebeautytips.com

My Mint Tea Recipe (with lemon)

After work hard all day I used to drink mint tea for refresh. It is easy to prepare in 3-5 minutes. With something that you always have in your kitchen.


Ingredients :

• ½ teaspoon tea or 1 bag
• ½ teaspoon mint leaves
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
• 2-3 lemon
• Ice, if you like ice tea
  

Instructions :

1. Boil water.
2. Put tea and mint leaves in a scalded teapot.
3. Pour boiling water over the leaves.
4. Allow to stand 3 minutes.
5. Strain before serving.
6. Add honey or sugar and 2-3 drips of lemon. If you like.
7. You can serve in both hot or cold (add some ice).
   

Caution :
Do not put too much mint leave. Your tea will be too harsh to taste. (-_-" I have already tasted it.)


Note :

• Because I like mint so I grew it in a little flowerpot. Then I can pluck it fresh every time I want to use it. However, you can buy mint sprigs from market. Put its in some container with water and place the container in refrigerator. It can be fresh for week.
• You can use both honey or brown sugar depend on your personal taste. Honey could clean your inner organ , help you relax and easy to sleep.
  
• As for brown sugar, I always use brown sugar because it nutrients more than pure white sugar, which is essentially has no flavor other than sweetness.
• Lemons have high vitamin C content and contain unique flavonoid compounds that have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. (For I myself, I just like the taste of lemon. So, I added it in tea).
  

How To Discover Beautiful Skin

by Franchis Adam

Everyone wants to have smooth and beautiful skin. You can achieve this by gathering the following ingredients, and following the simple steps below. It's simple and takes little time. A skin care program is the combination of skin care products and a routine that will be most beneficial to the skin. You will first need to consider your diet and lifestyle since these two factors play an important role in the health of a person's skin.Here's are the everyday habits you need to keep your skin beautiful:



These days we seem to be living in the fast-food age and the condition of your skin is often neglected. You still can't beat the old fruit and vegetable diet when it comes to good health and a good complexion.

* A bit of exercise and good sleep are vital, not just for skin care but for your health as a whole. A shortage of sleep can lead to formation of wrinkles below your eyes and lack of exercise can cause your skin to slack. Furthermore, exercise and sleep also help in beating stress. In addition to being a skin care tip, this is also a health care tip.

* Drink plenty of water. Adequate amounts of water not only keep your skin moist, but can aid in the overall maintenance of your skin and body health. While this step doesn't seem like much of a challenge to some, it's one skin care tip that's often overlooked.

* Eat a healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and leafy green. Good nutrition is the basic building block of healthy skin.

* Be gentle with your skin. After all, it's the only skin you have, and it is protecting your entire body. Don't scrub too harshly or exfoliate too often, and don't overdo your use of skincare products.

* Keep it clean. Cleanse your skin at least once or twice a day. This is a very important skin care tip that will help to rid your skin of dirt and bacterial elements. Cleansing is particularly important when you have been away from home and exposed to pollutants, dust and debris. Another good skin care tip is to use lukewarm water for cleansing, as water that's too hot or too cold can damage your tender skin.

* Screen your skin. Always use sunscreen to shield your skin from the sun's harmful UV rays. Use moisturizers containing sunscreen every day, even when the sun is not shining. It's been proven that UV rays cause skin cancer, so you can't afford to skip this tip.

*Throw away the soap and use quality products that are right for your skin type. Discuss your home skin-care routine with your esthetician.

* Remember to put sunscreen on exposed areas like the back of your hands, neck and chest. They're often the first place to show your age.

* Keep your skin moisturized at all times. The importance of moisturizer is one of the most important skin care tips. Don't allow your skin to get dry. Dryness causes the outer layer of your skin to crack, causing a rough and unattractive appearance. Try moisturizers and emollients. Moisturizers work best when applied while the skin is still wet.

* Avoid putting soap directly on your face. Soap should only be used on skin below the neck.

* Treat skin problems with care. This skin care tip is all about not ignoring any skin problems. Consult your dermatologist before you try a new skin care product (lest you do end up harming your skin even more).

Pack those vices

Needless to say, alcohol, smoking and drugs are not really the way to having great skin.
If you are fond of any or all of these, you know why your skin looks so unhealthy.
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Preserving Fresh Cut Flowers

by flowers to go

More often than not flowers are viewed as temperamental gifts. Ephemeral in their nature, it's beauty wilts so fast, that they are only appreciated in fleeting moments, especially if they are not taken with adequate care and attention.

Flowers are often just stored in a water filled vase and then, at one, or at most two weeks, they begin to wilt and loose their splendor. Why not make your stunning red rose bouquet last longer than a week after you have been gifted with them? You can try these simple steps to help preserve fresh cut flowers.

Warm, not cold water can do wonders After receiving your beautiful bouquet of flowers, instantly arrange and pour warm water inside your vase. This would likely hasten the aging of your flowers, and will keep the flowers' shape longer.

Also, do try to put the flowers in a well-ventilated room and away from ethylene producing products, as this gas would permeate and promote aging.

Soda and bleach equals longer flower power Believe it or not, your regular soda and bleach can be very beneficial for flower preservation purposes. Past research had confirmed that soda provides substantial energy for the fresh cut flowers, while the bleach act as bacteria repellent.

These two ingredients would be more than adequate, as bacteria would start appearing and affecting your fresh cut flowers as early as three hours of immersion of it in water. The bleach would help keep the stems from bending and steadily help in keeping the growth of the flowers.

Here's a list of the things you'll need to have a longer lasting flower arrangement: 1 cup 7-Up 1/2 teaspoon household bleach 1 cup water

Now you can enjoy the smell and sight of your gorgeous flower bouquets for a longer period of time.

About the Author

Flowers To Go is a premiere flower retailer in and around the Washington area. Their services include creating gifts for special occasions, providing decor for events, providing business gifts, wedding bouquet arrangements

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