I recently came across a natural products brand on Instagram. I was intrigued by the packaging of their products and the way they presented themselves.  They branded themselves as a Beauty Revolution Company. Their product lines which ranges from skincare, scents to hair products are all are eco-friendly and natural; Petroleum free, SLS free and cruelty free. I was able to secure an...

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I posted the image above, asking for how many squares are in the image.   Find the answer explained below... ...

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This 21-year-old guy, Winner Deji-Folutile, has been announced as the best graduating student of Covenant University with a 4.972 CGPA in Architecture, the first Architecture student to so emerge in the university's 14 years' history. The worst results he ever got were two Bs. He scored As in all other courses. ...

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It was through the Instagram Explore page that I discovered Tǽillὸ. I was so excited by the uniqueness of her work and her products. It was combination of things that got me hooked so quickly: how well the Instagram page was curated, how well designed the layout settings were and how contemporary she has made our traditional materials look! I was very impressed very quickly...

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Following your passion I have learnt, is not always smooth sailing, because, it can be really hard at times, to see people who will understand your dream and envision you fulfilling them. And if you are privileged and lucky to someone who does understand, there is no guarantee that, they will be there to help you pick up the pieces when things got...

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A few of my friends and colleagues have always found out that, their work day schedule can get so hectic that they either have no time to eat, or they only have time for something quick at their desk (meaning pizza, pastries, sugar drinks..what have you). Add on top of this, being stuck sitting in one chair for most of the day, and...

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The Nigerian bridal scene has really evolved over the last few years. Previously, buying wedding dresses from the US, UK, Dubai was the norm. Nowadays, more and more brides are choosing to make their wedding dresses with Nigerian designers and, with good reason. Choosing to make your wedding dress allows you the chance to get a dress that is completely tailored to your...

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How many squares can you count in the image above?Note: squares only, NOT rectangles. I will publish answers soon....do give it a go ...

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African Things was started to promote African designs and culture in our everyday lifestyle. Our African culture is rich in tradition, colour and excitement; but because of westernization, young people are rapidly losing touch with Africa, especially in their lifestyles. Their mission as a brand is to change the negative image associated with Africa; from being poor and backward to being a hub for...

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Queen Elizabeth of England presented a Queen’s Young Leaders Award to young people from 45 different Commonwealth countries, including three exceptional Nigerians at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace, London on Thursday, June 23rd. ...

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It’s easy to forget what an amazing gift life really is when things are not going so well, as planned or our expectations are not met but, having a positive outlook on life is a crucial part of finding inspiration. If you’re having trouble seeing the cup as half full instead of half empty, reading some positive quotes about life can help you...

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The cake baking industry is getting more creative as days roll by, as cake artistry and decoration is being taken to new heights and exceeding expectations. Being a baker now involves knowing more than how to operate an oven.( I can't even operate one to save my own life sha, Lol!) Are you looking to wow your loved ones with a beautiful cake?...

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“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” ― pleasefindthis ...

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Just like you nourish your body with organic food, your skin deserves care with organic beauty products. Many non-organic beauty products on the market today include an astonishing amount of scary chemicals and unfortunately, a lot of those products imported into the Nigerian market are FAKE!!! – One can never be too careful. Certified-organic skincare products cleanse tone, exfoliate and moisturize your skin...

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Are you bored with life? Then throw yourself into some work you believe in with all your heart, live for it, die for it, and you will find happiness that you had thought could never be yours.Dale Carnegie (1888-1955) American writer. This quotes for me best sums up, what is to be done, when we find ourselves idle. and no one put it into...

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Being a Naturalist or a naturalist is the "IT" thing right now. No one wants to be left out of the natural movement whether by maintaining natural hair or making use of natural products for your skin product. While,it's a trendy thing, the numerous benefits derived from it are usually numerous and long lasting. It therefore makes sense, if one decide to jump...

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Oprah Winfrey and first lady Michelle Obama sat down at The United State of Women summit earlier this week in Washington, D.C. There were a few hundred men who were in the room with 5,000 women during the keynote address held at the Washington Convention Center. Michelle Obama and Oprah shared how they overcame obstacles and spoke about women’s empowerment ,self-worth,dealing with pressure,...

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2-yr-old Kaiden Orantes lost his hearing after his birth and was diagnosed with progressive hearing loss. To help him gain some sense of sound and encourage him to speak, Doctors fitted with him with two special-made hearing aids. In a video taken seconds after the aids were turned on, his mother said a few words to him to see his reaction. The moment...

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It is becoming increasingly obvious that; men are no longer feeling encumbered and limiting themselves to occupations that seems to suit their Macho image or those ones, that society seems to think, fits their image best.  Today, we have Male MUAs, Male Cook, Male Fashion Designers, Male Manicurist, Male Hairdressers, to name just a few. And it was really refreshing, having the privilege...

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The controversial gender equality Bill that was rejected last March at the Senate has been represented.  The bill sponsored by Senator Biodun Olujimi (PDP, Ekiti South) scaled through first reading during plenary session yesterday. ...

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Acquiring an education alone, several entrepreneurs have discovered is no longer the only key to being successful, if not followed up by practical knowledge .  I think those who advance the furthest in life tend to be those who acquire knowledge at both ends of the spectrum and acquire it in a variety of ways. It was therefore a good thing for the...

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 Wow so pure from the heart of Angels... DEAR GOD means they know God can answer prayers that is how it's supposed to be.. believing God for everything...So lovely, so inspiring, no wonder Jesus said the kingdom of heaven is for little children. Unless one become like a child they will not inherit God's kingdom.....Out of the mouth of babies comes words of...

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I want to congratulate all the men out there who are working diligently to be good fathers whether they are stepfathers, or biological fathers or just spiritual fathers. T. D. Jakes One of the greatest titles in the world is parent, and one of the biggest blessings in the world is to have parents to call mom and dad.  That is why we...

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I recently came across a statement made by Africa's richest man; Aliko Dangote, where he said and I quote ; I built a conglomerate and emerged the richest black man in the world in 2008 but it didn’t happen overnight. It took me thirty years to get to where I am today. Youths of today aspire to be like me but they want...

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If you haven't already tried lash extensions, you should at least once in your life. Seriously, I speak from experience when I say they are amazing. And with wedding season in full swing, you have the perfect excuse to make the splurge (even if you're only a guest, I say go for it). But before you give them a whirl, I've got some great advice for...

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Etiquette is all about how to conduct yourself beautifully. Unfortunately, many people consider respect for the rules of etiquette as something shameful, considering it a feature of classy aesthetes who are removed from real life. In fact, the basic rules of etiquette are pretty simple. It’s a culture of speech, common courtesy, neat appearance, and control over your emotions. Bright Side presents you with the etiquette rules, which every self-respecting person should know. ...

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Learning is active, engaging, and social. Students need to be engaged and motivated in their learning before they can apply higher-order creative thinking skills. They are most engaged when they themselves are part of constructing meaning, not when teachers do it for them. By encouraging students to meet challenges creatively, collaborate, and apply critical-thinking skills to real-world, unpredictable situations inside and outside of...

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Are you thinking to go global? How long do you want to depend on 1 off orders around the world. When there are opportunities that can help you ship abroad duty free.  Wondering how? Then, don't miss this Non-Oil SME Export workshop brought to you by African Sustainable SME Export Trade Solutions (ASSETS) in partnership with Bellafricana. You asked for it, and we...

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So, I got these super Yummy cupcakes from Talented Baker Lonpe, whose interview I featured here. Anyone who has been following my blog, will know when it comes to sweets, especially cakes, I'm a diehard Fan....that, even if you offend me, and end up giving me cakes, I'll forgive you more than 1 million times...but, no guarantee, it will work ohhhh, incase you...

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We know that the majority of our beauty-lovers are female, but you don't have to be a woman to enjoy the world of makeup. In fact, some men have mastered applying it way beyond many ladies' level of expertise. But don't hate — get educated!  For the CEO of BRUSHES OF ZENIBA, being a makeup artist is everything he craves for, and he is not afraid to...

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Whenever I come across adorable pictures of Babies and their Daddies napping together, I always break into giggles and Smiles. They always look sooo cute and I couldn't resist sharing some I came across.... ...

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Are you a wedding vendor that needs to network and learn from the best? Then you can win a scholarship to enter this year’s Coterie Retreat in New Orleans, USA from December 5-8, 2016. BellaNaija Weddings editor Ink Eze will be on the multi-cultural panel, she also spoke at last year’s retreat alongside top Nigerian wedding vendors Jide Alakijaand Chioma Nwogu-Johnson. ...

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It turns out beauty is more than skin deep: The average person slathers, lathers, rubs and sprays, 10 different skin care products on his or her body every day--and since our skin acts more like a sponge than a barrier, we absorb the nearly 130 chemicals we regularly expose ourselves to.  Cosmetics companies and the FDA maintain that these chemicals are safe, and many of...

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Meeting the CEO of C'amaka Bespoke Pieces & Nuptials actually happened by Chance. when i was privileged to attend a colleague's wedding. I noticed the fresh bouquet his bride held at the reception,there was just something refreshing and captivating about it. I realized there and then that; i haven't featured anyone making bouquets on my blog. Trust me, I immediately set to work . And the amiable...

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The Current state of the Nigerian Currency best explained in one tweet....Lol! ...

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