It’s this time of the year again when dry skin is prevalent! I don’t know about you but I always have problems with dry skin; chaffed lips, dry and paper-like skin which becomes itchy are starting to bother me. I’ve been scouring the internet lately for some solutions that might work for me.

Here are some of the tips to prevent dry skin from American Ostheopatic College of Dermatology:

1.Avoid using harsh soaps that dry the skin. Recommended soaps are Dove, Olay and Basis. Even better than soap are skin cleansers such as Cetaphil Lotion, Oilatum-AD and Aquanil.
2. Avoid vigorous use of a washcloth in cleansing. When toweling dry, do not rub the skin. Blot or pat dry so there is still some moisture left on the skin.
3. Each day when you take your bath or shower, try to use lukewarm water. Hot water dries out the skin. Try to limit your time to fifteen minutes or less in the bath or shower. Bathing should be done no more than once a day. If you bathe too frequently you will remove the natural oils from the skin causing dryness.

There are many tips available online that you and I can try and see what works best for us! Good luck!

Cosmetic surgery is gaining more popularity in China. Their own version of the US TV show “The Swan” called “Lovely Cinderella” has created an awareness and interest in cosmetic surgery among the Chinese. I’m used to people undergoing face lift, rhinoplasty, liposuction, breast enlargement or face surgery to beautify themselves. Years ago these surgeries were denied by women who underwent it especially celebrities. These days, they are vocal about undergoing these procedures. But I cringed in dismay at the thought of breaking bones in legs just to add few inches of height!

Quoting the article from Yahoo!:

Wang Junhong, a 37-year-old fashion retailer from Guangzhou in south China’s Guangdong province, collected elegant European trousers that she adored but couldn’t wear because she was only 5 feet 2 inches tall.
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This will be our subject example, an Eddie Bauer diaper bag which I’d like to have.

I first saw this bag at diaperbags.com with sale price of $34.98.  But I’m not sure if they ship worldwide so I “googled” this bag style hoping that other merchants deliver to countries outside US.

I was delighted when I saw it at Eddie Bauer’s official site, but their diaper bags links to the site of withcharacter.com.  I was surprised at their price, it was only for $24.99! See how much I saved? a huge difference of $9.99!  But it was only because I was looking for worldwide delivery service. 

Unfortunately With Character Kids don’t ship worldwide, so I have to find a way how to get it.  Maybe I’ll ask any of my US contacts to buy it for me and send it here in Europe.

Scarves as fashion accessories or for keeping you warm:

South Korean Brand

Nabi

Bohemian Style Muffler

Unit price US$20.00

South Korean Brand

With Mocha

Gingham Check Muffler

 Unit price US$28.00

Japanese Brand

Kurochiku

Plant-Dyed Muffler - Blue

 Unit price US$29.00

More of these at Yesstyle.com

Soft book made of cloth with Under the Sea theme.

- with handy link to attach to baby’s pushchair, cot or car seat. 

- machine washable.

159 czk @ Pompo.

There are all sorts of things to discover with this toy lobster!  Each part can be scrutinized by a baby’s inquisitive nature especially for 3-18 months old the package says.  But even if my baby is only 2 months old, she’s already enjoying this toy immensely!

The toy can squeak and rattle.  The extendable arms can be pulled and makes a rustling sound. The mirror on the reverse side stimulates self-perception.

149 czk @ Pompo.