Personal Grooming - Beauty Tips – DIY removal of blackheads and whiteheads

Whiteheads and blackheads may occur on any type of skin. Blackheads result into the appearance of seemingly and small black spots on the skin, which can make your skin dull and dry. Whiteheads appear when oil and sebum inside the pore becomes infected by bacteria, and thus causes pus to form.  It is very important to remove them, as they can make you feel uncomfortable.

Fortunately, whiteheads and blackheads can be easily treated and eliminated by using some effective treatments. 

I have been experimenting with some of the effective homemade beauty treatments, and found out that there are some effective homemade and natural ways to eliminate them. There are many products in the market that removes black heads and white heads. I have tried many, but I would highly recommend, “Do it yourself” removal of black heads and white heads, if you have the time.

I have tried the following method of removing whiteheads and blackheads. For this, you will need:

Egg white, bowl and cotton pads.

Note: Concentrate on the face areas, like forehead, cheeks, nose and chin.

Here are the steps that you need to follow:

Step 1: Spread the egg white on your forehead with your fingers.

Step 2.  Place the cotton pad on the forehead. (If you feel the cotton pads are too thick, you may make it thinner and stretch it to cover the area in your forehead)

Step 3.  Add more egg white on top of the cotton pad on the forehead. Make sure that the cotton pad is wet and stick on the skin.

Step 4: Repeat Step 1-3 on cheeks, chin and nose as well.

Step 5: Let it dry. (I like to do it on a hot day, it dries up pretty fast)

Step 6: Peel off the cotton pad when it becomes dry. You will notice that there are many black heads and whiteheads on the cotton pad.

Note: You may repeat the process 2 to 3 times, if you feel that one try does not provide the sufficient results.

Step 7: Use scrub to scrub off the blackheads or whiteheads, which got stuck in between the pores. Then wash your face and use ice cubes to close up the pores.

Step 8: Follow it with your normal beauty routine, like apply moisturizer and sun block.

Now, you can easily remove your blackheads and whiteheads from your skin by applying the above method on your own. I have tried this method and found it very effective. So, why don’t you try to remove your whiteheads and blackheads at your home?  It really works.

 

 

Business Etiquette - Body Language in Business

Body language is a term used for forms of communication that use body movements or gestures instead of, or in addition to, verbal language or other forms of communication. Even your most subtle movements, including winking and the movement of your eyebrows, are considered part of your body language. Did you know that you are capable of making thousands upon thousands of facial expressions? With this ability to communicate your innermost feelings comes an obligation to learn how to use your body language to successfully work with others.

Understanding body language


Although you are usually not aware of it, you constantly send and receive non-verbal signals. These signals tend to indicate what you are truly feeling. Most people are capable of reading this language, so it is wise to pay attention to what you are saying via your physical demeanor. One of the most important times to be aware of your body language is during a brief encounter. For example, if you are interviewing for a job that you want, the person doing the interview will pay close attention to the way you enter the room, the way you sit during the interview, and what you do with your hands. Some employers train their interviewers to mirror a person's body language for the purpose putting them at ease. This gives them the sense that they are being understood.


Ways to positively use your body language

If you are intent on always making a good first impression when you meet someone, you must be able to control your body language. Saying the right things, both verbally and physically, will go a long way towards establishing a solid foundation for a healthy relationship. There are a number of things you can do to emit a positive feeling. Making direct eye contact is a great way to show the person you are meeting that you are sincere and confident. These are two highly desired traits.


The handshake is the focal point of the greeting ritual, and it often determines the comfort level and success of an entire meeting. Start with direct eye contact, then initiate the shake (gender is not a consideration). This demonstrates confidence, professionalism and gracious behavior. Meet the person's grip web to web and palm to palm. The shake should not be a bone crusher or limp (the kind of handshake that only includes half the hand). If you suffer from sweaty palms, blot your hand before shaking.

 

A warm smile invites conversation and openness. The key is the smile must be sincere, people can read a fake smile a mile away. When you want to show you are interested and listening, smile and nod your head up and down. Keep your hands away from your face when you speaking, because this gives the impression that you are unsure or lying!


Maintaining good posture shows an alertness and a sense of excitement that allows you to appear vibrant and full of life. Finally, keeping your hands open towards the one with whom you are talking demonstrates a willingness to open yourself to them. In contrast, closed hands or hands in your pockets tell someone that you need to shelter or protect yourself for some reason.

 

The way you dress says as much about you as your body language. Always be sure you are properly dressed for the job you have.  It is also important to wear clothing that is appropriate, of the best quality you can afford, and in good taste. It isn’t how many outfits you have, or the labels you wear that count, it’s how you care for your clothing and how you put it together with style. Most important is that your clothing reflect your positive attitude toward yourself, your work, and others.

 

Carefully consider what your body language is telling other people. It tends to say as much about you as your words. You want your body language to display an earnestness, openness, and sincerity that will make others want to interact with you. Communication is key in all relationships, so develop an ability to effectively communicate via your body language.

 

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Become Children Etiquette Consultant - Welcoming Our New Affiliate, Mr Adrian Hua

Are you looking forward to be a trainer for children, and teaching them etiquette? If yes, then you can with the help of our Train-the-Trainer program.

Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette is the official and exclusive provider of the Children’s Character, Confidence, and Courtesy Coach CertificateTrain-the-Trainer for Singapore. We pride on ourselves on representing the prestigious company, Civility Experts Worldwide in Singapore and we strongly believe that teaching children social graces is really important for the children as well as for parents and teachers who play an important role in supporting and reinforcing their children’s social development.

In July 2012, Adrian Hua purchased the Self Study Children’s Courtesy and Character Coach © Train the Trainer program and has joined us as our new IFAME Affiliate. Eunice Tan, Founder of Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette, MCCT® Certified through International Civility Trainers’ Consortium, affiliate and mentee of Lew Bayer, President, Civility Experts Worldwide says, “Adrian has shown all the qualities that are necessary to become a successful civility and etiquette trainer we are proud to welcome him as a new affiliate. Adrian had the option to take live training but chose to complete the self-study program and is in the process of acquiring his certification through the International Civility Trainers’ Consortium. In addition to this training, Adrian has a strong character, great patience, excellent communication skills, and is highly enthusiastic about teaching children social graces. I would like to congratulate him as an IFAME affiliate."

We are happy to receive Adrian’s testimonial and to include him in our team of affiliates.

Dear Eunice,

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to be an IFAME affiliate with a reputable organization like yours. You have demonstrated grace and professionalism in all our correspondence, which is a quality so admirable and inspiring in many ways. The guidance and support that you have ardently provided through the course of my self-study – Train The Trainer curriculum, has instilled the confidence and courage for me to realize my ambition through my consultancy business. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience and I look forward to future opportunities in working together.”

       Adrian Hua, Founder and Director of Absolute Senses

                 

Becoming a children etiquette consultant is both an admirable and challenging career. As a consultant, etiquette trainers have the opportunity to help develop strong social and interpersonal skills. This job lets you share your etiquette and good manners with children as well as parents and teachers. To become a successful children etiquette consultant, you will have to continually learn, research and practice so that you can lead by example. The Civility Experts Worldwide Certified Train the Trainer program offered through Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette can help you! My team and I deliver face-to-face Train-the-Trainer program to the daycare providers, parents, teachers, event planners and others, who wish to teach children character, confidence and courtesy.

By attending a certification course, you will be able to learn the behavior and attitudes expected for children in various situations. Our Train the Trainer program is the most enjoyable and comprehensive certification program that offers our trainees an unforgettable training experience and unsurpassed knowledge.

Enroll in a certification program is important to become a certified children etiquette consultant. Our Children’s Confidence, Courtesy and Character Coach © Train theTrainer program is approved for the ICTC credit. We provide 5 days live training and self study material under our program. You can take the International Civility Trainers’ Consortium Certification exam after completing our live training or self study material. This exam provides you the certification in the field of children’s etiquettes. You can also apply for the ICTC Master Trainer Certification after 5 years of teaching and training experience.

If you would like to know more about our program, contact Ms Eunice Tan at 65.94311895 or email eunice@imageflair.com.sg

Etiquette Reaches Beyond Just “Being Nice”

As parents, we are charged with such great responsibility.  Not only it is our job to help our children become the best they can be, but it is often our greatest desire to see them reach their full potential. 

Whether we worry over how our toddlers will be treated by the other children, or we agonize over our full-grown children getting good jobs, we are emotionally invested in our children’s success.  Teaching our little ones the importance of etiquette is something that can help them reach their goals, as well as the goals we loving parents have for them.

Take for example the toddler mentioned above.  If your little boy is engaging in inappropriate behavior at the park, play group, or daycare center, then the other children are not going to want to play with him.  Not only does this affect his social standing, but it hurts a parent to see his or her child left out. 

Etiquette lessons are not just about which fork to use, rather they teach children how to interact appropriately in all types of social situations.  This results in better acceptance from the other children, and a more enjoyable experience for your child.

Older children also benefit from a solid foundation in proper etiquette.  The skills taught in these classes can actually help them in their regular school studies.  For example, learning better listening skills will ultimately teach them to pay better attention to their teachers. 

In addition, learning how to treat the teachers respectfully will help them create better relationships with the adults in charge of their learning experience.  In turn, teachers take more of an interest in the child who is kind and polite. 

It is a winning combination that leads to improved studies and learning opportunities.  Of course, a solid education is the foundation for so many other successes in life.

A good understanding of etiquette is something that will continue to benefit your child throughout his life.  From making a good first impression to communicating clearly, the skills taught in etiquette classes pertain as much to the workplace as they do to the schoolyard. 

For example, something as simple as learning the proper way to stand, sit, and walk (called deportment) will help your child convey a sense of self confidence that can help him get a good job and to be more effective at that job.  Learning good personal grooming habits can affect all of his relationships, including who he ultimately marries.

Giving your child a strong background in etiquette is something concrete that you can do as a parent that will undoubtedly help him become a more successful person.  He will be better liked and will be more prepared to graciously handle the things that life has to offer. 

As parents, these are the types of experiences we dream our children will have.  It’s wonderful to know that we have the ability to help guide and direct them toward this outcome.

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Children Etiquette - Importance of Teaching Social Skills To Youngsters

We often complain about how things are not the same anymore. The same goes for people and their behaviors, specially the younger lot. If you look around you can’t help but notice how disrespectful the youngsters of today are. They are quite impatient, want things done their way and are not willing to cooperate with others. The adults and parents are seen as either their enemy, or people who simply do not understand them. Filial piety seems like a concept from the pages of history; which has no place in the life of today’s young ones.


We understand the importance of respect and want our children to do so too. But, we often forget that although respect is a great thing, it has to be earned. In order to be respected you have to show respect towards others. This includes your children and not just the adults you interact with. There are some very basic changes you can incorporate in your behavior in order to merit respect from your children, and not demand it.


It all starts with listening to them when they talk to you. Just like you want them to pay attention when you are talking, your child expects the same from you. With today’s busy lifestyles it is often not possible for parents to take out as much time as they would like to for their children. But, make sure you take out the time when your child comes to you for anything.


You cannot trust someone who lies, and when you can’t trust them you don’t respect them. You lose your respect in your children’s eyes if you lie order to cover up for your mistakes. So, it’s always best to tell them the truth only then, can you expect them to do the same. This teaches your child that it’s ok to make mistakes. So, if he makes one he won’t lie to you or hide it from you out of fear.


If you want your child to respect your privacy, you would have to do the same. It does not mean that you don’t keep an eye on what your child is doing, but be sure to be gentle in your ways. The same goes for, if you want him to show respect towards elders in the family or your friends you would have to show respect towards him and his friends.


Teach your child the value of self worth and self respect. If they would not respect themselves they would not be able to respect others. Praise and appreciate your child for positive behavior.


Lastly, it is also important for a child to know that he is loved and cared for. We often assume that our children know that we love them but an occasional gesture of love can go a long way.


Respect is an attitude which helps your children succeed in life. As he learns to respect others, he wins the respect of others. You can teach your child this virtue by giving him the respect he deserves as an individual.

Thumbs Up for Our Students

The Etiquette Plus, Confidence is Cool,  Macaroni and Please and Children Social Etiquette and Dining Workshop held during the school holiday were a huge success.  The children did so well and we were  very proud of them.  View more pictures in our facebook.

Etiquette Plus on 11 June to 13 June 2012

Confidence is Cool on 11 June to 13 June 2012

Macaroni and Please on 19 June to 20 June 2012

Etiquette Plus on 18 June to 20 June 2012

 

Children Social Etiquette and Dining Workshop on 02 June 2012

We were featured in The Strait Times

The children were so thrilled and  happy to see the Strait Times photo journalist in our Macaroni and Please workshop on 19June to 20June 2012. Pictures were taken during the workshop and the article was  featured on  The Straits Times on 23 June 2012. 

View more pictures in our facebook.