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We have tried these homemade beauty remedies and they actually worked

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You have seen homemade beauty remedies on Pinterest and various social media. You have heard people testify them.

Yet, you have never tried them yourself.

Fret not, here are some homemade beauty remedies tried and tested by KajoMag:

1. Coconut oil as hair mask

Massage your scalp with coconut oil before going to bed. Rinse out with shampoo the next morning.

Continue this routine for weeks and you will notice that your hair will become less frizzy.

Coconut oil helps to moisturise and smoothen hair.

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Do you know you can use coconut oil as hair mask? Credit: Pixabay.

2. Butter as lip conditioner

If you have chapped lips, this is the most simple and cheapest homemade beauty product for you.

Before going to bed, apply a thin layer of butter on your lips. (Yes, you read right.) Even margarine will do.

Be prepared to wake up with soft and luscious lips.

Besides butter, coconut oil is also good for dry and cracked lips. Apply it on your lips several times a day.

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Apply a thin layer of butter on your lips before going to bed. Credit: Pixabay.

3. Homemade nose pore strip

All you need is one egg white and a paper towel.

Dip the paper towel into the egg white and place it on your nose. Then wait for it to dry.

The best part of this homemade beauty product is that it is affordable and it works.

The disadvantages of using this? You have to bear with the smell of egg while waiting for it to dry. Plus, it takes longer than your usual store-bought nose pore strip. But think of the savings!

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Use white egg to make your own homemade nose pore strip.

4. Apple cider vinegar facial toner

First of all, this homemade beauty product is not suitable for everybody, especially those with sensitive skin.

However, for some, apple cider vinegar works wonders as a facial toner.

You can find many different ratios of apple cider vinegar to water mixtures online.

If you are not sure which ratio works best with you, start with one part apple cider vinegar to four parts water first.

Then slowly adjust the ratio according to your preference.

Apply the toner to your cleansed face with a cotton pad, avoiding the eye area.

After several weeks, your face should feel smoother and tighter.

5. Foot scrub

The basic formula for homemade scrub is one cup of white or brown sugar and a quarter cup of olive, almond or coconut oil.

Simply try to mix and match your own ingredients with your preferred essential oil.

We have tried mixing one cup of white sugar and a quarter cup coconut oil with a few drops of lavender essential oil.

Our verdict: the smell of coconut may overpower the lavender but it scrubs away dead skin just fine.

Other concoctions you can try are brown sugar, olive oil and orange essential oil or white sugar, olive oil and peppermint essential oils.

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Exclusive fashion brand Romyda_KL makes its East Malaysia debut

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One of the outfits which stood out during the show. The model looks like she just walked out of a fairy tale.

Romyda_KL sashayed its way to East Malaysia on March 25 with a vibrant runway show containing all the label’s signature styles in a spectrum of colours.

The fashion brand which combines the prowess of Cambodian designer Romyda Keth and Malaysian PR maven Selina Yeop Jr featured 40 various style of outfits with the naturally well-lit Cha Bo Restaurant as its backdrop.

Citing Victoria Beckham as her favourite fashion icon, Selina said her brand was all about exuding a woman’s confidence.

Selina shared, “I made this collection specifically for Kuching. The concept of Romyda_KL is always about embracing the feminine form. It is about how women should be confident, showing off their silhouettes.”

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Selina (fifth right) rocking the runway with her models during the debut show of Romyda_KL in Kuching.

Romyda_KL, a brand for all confident women out there

From figure hugging dresses that perfectly mould to the female form, to A-line dresses and jackets that stand out in any crowd, Romyda_KL’s designs are distinctive and can be recognised at a glance.

Romyda_KL carries a strong sense of colour throughout its designs as well as a handcrafted aesthetic shown through the ribbons hand embroidered in a criss-cross fashion on almost every dress.

The brand also carries very limited sizes for each outfit to keep things exclusive so fashionistas won’t have to worry about bumping into someone wearing the same dress.

Their styles embrace an increasingly global trend of modest fashion by featuring long dresses and flowing silhouettes.

Romyda_KL also took the opportunity to feature its latest modest collection, Romyda_KL Modest Couture collection.

This elegant collection is notably more demure, gently embracing a woman’s curves while giving it an edgy modesty.

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Selina, wearing her own design from Romyda_KL, said her brand is all about boosting a woman’s confidence.

Selina assured that every design was made to be worn regardless of age, shape or size.

Furthermore, these outfits are perfect to transition from day to night effortlessly. This allows a busy woman to leave work and go straight off to any function in style.

On her future plans in introducing Romyda_KL to other places, Selina said: “Wherever I have interesting market which receptive to my clothes, I am more than happy.”

With a combination of beautiful materials, timeless designs and exquisite craftsmanship, Romyda_KL is perfect for modern society ladies.

To view the latest collection by Romyda_KL (by appointment only) at The Conversation Studio, No.9, Lorong Beluntas 2, Medan Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur or call 012-6653508.

Scroll the gallery for more photos of the show:

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6 essential handbags for the everyday fashionista

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Tennis player Maria Sharapova once said, “I want my handbags and my shoes to be stylish but I want to make sure that they’re versatile. I travel and I have to make sure the pieces I put into my bag can go with a dress or with shorts or jeans.”

Surely, there are many women out there who can relate with Sharapova when it comes to handbags. We’re not just carrying small everyday items anymore, we’re carrying our work essentials like our smartphones, our tablets, our notebooks, and even our power banks!

Nowadays, a handbag needs to be practical without sacrificing fashion.

Choose the perfect handbags for your needs. Credit: Pixabay.
Choose the perfect handbag for your needs. Credit: Pixabay.

If you are stuck when it comes to choosing a handbag, here is a guideline of what types of handbags out there will suit all your uses.

1. Tote bag

Tote bag

If it is a large bag with a wide mouth which usually comes unfastened or at least with a single magnetic closure, that is what they call a tote bag.

The word ‘tote’ means ‘to carry’ and can be traced back to the 17th century, but it wasn’t until the 19th century when the tote bag itself became a thing.

Tote bags can look totes sleek (think the Birkin bag), smart casual (like the slouchy tote bag) or great for a day-trip at the beach.

Apart from being widely used as a day bag for work, a tote bag is also the best on-the-go bag for a shopping trip.

It is simply because you can stuff everything inside.

2. Bucket bag

Bucket bag

As the name goes, a bucket bag is shaped like a bucket with a stretchable opening. It’s usually fastened with a tie and makes quick work of opening and closing instead of a zip.

If you are opting for more of a casual look, the bucket bag is perfect for you.

It looks less polished than the formal-looking tote bag but it’s single compartment and its barrel-shape makes it easy for you to toss in a lot of things, including odd-shaped objects like a water bottle.

3. Cross-body bag

Messenger Bag

This bag comes with a long, sturdy strap that enables it to be worn across the body.

The perfect cross-body bag should be able to fit your necessities such as your wallet, smartphone and some makeup essentials such as compact powder and lipstick.

This is perfect for the girl who wants some freedom of movement and needs to keep their important things close.

4. Wristlet

Wristlet

A wristlet is an upgraded version of a clutch which allows you to keep strictly to your essentials.

It comes with a straplet for you to loop around your wrist and is perfect for you to bring out for a night on the town and dance freely.

5. Hobo

Bag

A hobo bag is a crescent-shaped handbag made from soft, slouchy materials and a single strap.

It’s called a hobo bag because it looks like the shape of the bundle on a stick that you see hobos in cartoons carry over their shoulder.

It is perfect for those who are not fans of rectangular or squarish-looking bags and prefer something with softer material.

6. Evening clutch

Clutch

A clutch is what you need to complete your evening look. It is a bag that you simply need to ‘clutch’ onto during a formal dinner.

Pick a simple black or gold clutch for a timeless style or go wild with a pop of colour.

Invest in a good quality clutch because this is one fashion item we could use over and over again.

How many times do we get to wear our evening gowns anyway?

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