#Who Owns Revive Essential Oils?

[thrixne]

"Revive Essential Oils: The Refreshing Solution for Your Mood and Mind"

Revive Essential Oils Essential oils have been around for centuries, and their use in aromatherapy has been known to provide many health benefits. Revive Essential Oils is a brand that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years. The company aims to provide high-quality, pure, and natural essential oils that are sourced from around the world. In this article, we will dive deeper into the world…

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the way house of leaves has been revived for a cult following is so funny. it's completely backwards! it was a music industry book. the singer poe, who made waves with her debut for having a few tracks produced by j dilla and then if i remember correctly doing a 500+ show tour, essentially tanked her career to promote the book (written by her brother)

not like on purpose but it was supposed to be a paired project and there was a remix with a book excerpt read by mark (the kyrie bmw sex scene) and like, i don't know, a tie-in website -- but then her label got sold or merged or acquired and the project was eventually cancelled after languishing in limbo for a few years. there's also an aspect of this where like, a texas oil executive posed as a friend of her late father (possibly true) in order to manipulate legal proceedings (?) to ultimately own her writing and recording copyrights post-acquisition (dubious allegation, which also relies on her having signed away both types of copyright to her label in the first place, arguably a larger problem spanning the whole industry, even today, still coming up in legal proceedings from kesha and taylor swift and so on)

anyway the album (haunted) and the book were both inspired by the same event (death of their father, tad danielewsky -- as an aside, a professor of theater at brigham young university). the album features samples from a box of cassette tape recordings of his voice. and also some fake samples from a couple of guys pretending to be tad danielewski with an obviously ridiculous accent and a couple of kids pretending to be her as a kid. and it takes place inside the house. the growl is there and everything i swear

it really was one of the top tier 90s concept albums (it was released in 2000 actually) but it is usually FAR too much to handle for casual listening and a lot of it comes across difficult for being so sincere and so unfocused (it is a love letter to her dead father where one of the songs is a list of places she's gotten fucked, because, uh, this is a conversation she wanted to have with him. shrug). and yet it's hard not to take it as it is because it's so consistently well produced

so i know nobody's computer comes with a cd player anymore but to read the book without listening to the paired album implicitly packed in the back of the book jacket is kind of like missing the whole point. there's a whole second act of rashomon you guys are missing. and a third act hello the etsy teleplays. ANYWAY the point i wanted to make is that there are a couple of things about the album sticking to the roof of my mouth as being somehow prescient. there's a distorted "why (are you) so serious" sample that would have come across VERY differently post-joker, but there's also "tell me something dangerous and true," a far more interesting variation on the theme currently circulating. and i'm speaking to an empty room here because it's only the celibate 60% of this website who is reading the book because it allows them a patina of literary validity and several nested unreliable narrators to distance themselves from the sex scenes, but haunted is very authentically, directly and exclusively written in first person and to be honest it fucks too hard for you guys. i'm sorry

[foreficfandom]

Alastor - Historical Trivia And Headcanons

Alastor was a mixed-race Creole man living in New Orleans, and was in his 30's/40's when he died in 1933. We don't know much else about him, but historical context can provide us with possible additional details:

The population of New Orleans in 1930 was 458,762, more than it is now. 27.2% of the people were black, 3.1% were foreign-born, and roughly half of America's bipoc population was unemployed thanks to the Great Depression. New Orleans' original Francophonication was still strong, and it was common to run into locals who only spoke French dialects (Cajun French, Louisiana Creole). The city has had a huge Chinatown, a small Little Italy, and multiple other districts known for their immigrant African/colonized French cultures.

The Jim Crow laws were heavily enforced, as was the 'One Drop' rule. If Alastor was a mixed race black man, he would not have been able to attend a white school, use the same public transport, and would have shopped at black-local stores and restaurants under threat of violence. If he was mixed with any other race, some Jim Crow laws didn't apply, but state or city laws might specify differently.

Just because Alastor wears a suit, it doesn't mean he was rich in life. Radio personalities often didn't earn a fortune. Unless he owned his own broadcast, he was paid by a private company for long shifts of hosting music, news, and radio plays. In 1930, 40% of households owned at least one radio, which means that a popular radio host would have been easily recognized.

If he was in his late 30's in 1933, he might have fought in WW1, so long as he was over the age of 21. Some cities gave veterans small benefits, or encouraged the community to give them jobs. This often did not include veterans of color.

New Orleans was famous for being one of the least Christian cities in America, thanks to its unique immigrant and slave population. Haitian-based faiths and practices (such as voudo), indigenous cultures, Asian Buddhism, and atheism were common. But Christianity was still the official, law-enforced religion. Schooling involved reading the Bible, laws were sworn to Jesus, etc.

Alastor's outfit in Hazbin Hotel isn't very accurate to real-life American men's fashions of the time. Back then, deviating from the norm with the smallest detail would have stuck out like a sore thumb - like his white-lined lapels. Men always wore a hat. They were allowed to go without a waistcoat, but not a jacket. Belts were becoming more popular than suspenders. The silhouette was bulkier than the slimmer, Italian cuts of our modern times, especially the pants. Hair was kept short, and oiled down in a side part. Americans preferred the clean shaven look. Ties were essential unless you were a blue-collar laborer. Colors were almost universally muted neutral tones for everyday wear. The most colorful textiles for men were sporting outfits, like a tennis jacket.

If Alastor was a middle-class single man, he likely would have lived in an inner-city apartment, in an ethnic neighborhood. He probably didn't own a car, and took public transit like the streetcars. If he owned a house, it would likely have been an inheritance, and even the more opulent houses of the time would have looked small and plain to our eyes.

Because of the Great Depression, unmarried men were becoming the norm, rather than the exception. Men of the community who were sought after but remained single were suspect to gossip, but less ire than you might think; in the '30s, American queer culture was going through a very sharp revival, escaping the rigid Victorian era and before the puritan 40's/50's. But as a mixed-race man, it may have been illegal for a white woman to marry him, as the Jim Crow laws forbade the marriage of white people and Black/Asian people.

A middle class city household would have had electricity, gas heating, indoor plumbing, but may not have had running taps or a gas stove. Even with decent means, Alastor might have been using a potbelly woodburning stove, a dry sink/washbasin, wooden bathtub, and did his own laundry instead of sending it to the neighborhood laundresses. He may or may not have bothered with an icebox. Fresh groceries needed to be cooked and eaten soon, as things like pasteurized milk or store refrigeration wasn't a thing.

If he had enough money, then he almost certainly hired maids or other servants. Whether the maid came over just once a week, or did the shopping and laundry every other day, hired help was much more common back then, especially if he had no wife.

The most popular musicians in 1933 were Bing Crosby, George Olsen, and Leo Reisman. As you might have noticed, it was trendy for the lead singer to be backed by an orchestra, not a 'band' of just four other people like today. The most popular radio shows were Dick Tracy, Sherlock Holmes, and Doc Savage. They were recordings the radio station would buy and then broadcast, or sometimes the actors were live on the air. The radio host was usually not the journalist - the production team was responsible for writing his script.

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personal canon loredump don’t mind me lol

my canon is very divergent from show canon so there’s that too

also these are copy+pasted from discord

(might have a special tag for this maybe idk-)

i think ive figured out my canon maybe kinda

of course a lot of bad stuff happened but not to the extremes the show got to

the company, jcjenson, were behind a lot more events since in my canon the solver isn’t sentient or anything. idk how it “found” me but it integrated itself into my code and i figured it out, learned how it worked

maybe i was purposely exposed to it, maybe it was random chance. like i said idk

im incredibly grateful that tessa found me and not some company grunts because she gave me a proper name (she wasn’t too creative at naming tho lol) and fixed me up

hell, she liked me so much she gave me hair styled after her own hairstyle (i was secretly the favorite amongst us all, although j was found first and is therefore the “oldest”)

when i first actually used the solver accidentally, n was there and we learned about it together. v eventually got curious enough but j wanted none of it ofc

but tessa found out and thats how jcjenson became involved

i can understand her thinking; “one of my drones is exhibiting strange behaviors and has weird robot magic stuff that i can’t fully understand even with my technical expertise” and she didn’t know that the company would capture me that night at the gala, so i cant blame her but if she had simply asked i could’ve given her everything she wanted to know

but yeah, jcjenson were the ones who turned my “siblings” into disassembly drones, with my (very much non-consensual) help

see, i dont overheat and need to consume oil since i can handle the solver just fine

n, v and j can’t. jcjenson basically copied the solvers code and put it into them, before modifying them to be oil-extraction machines essentially

then theres copper-9, blablabla thats kinda all the same but it was tessa and i who went there together

our job was to remove the solver code from those three, but copper-9 (and cabin fever especially) was an entire can of worms we weren’t prepared for

and, fun bonus:

one good thing is that i have disassembly drone wings and tail because it automatically makes any drone look cool and im cool

plus also flying is fun

time for non-discord message stuff

in terms of who is more “stable” with the solver, it goes like this;

n, v, j & nori are/were the least stable; they all had the solver put into their code while still alive (ill explain myself later) and thus can’t handle the power/demands of it, leading to overheating

yeva and uzi surprisingly enough are somewhat similar; while yeva also had the solver put into her code, the patch she received nerfed the solver, thus giving her the abilities of the solver without much problem. uzi is different; because nori never got the patch, the version of the solver uzi got was kinda nerfed but not fully

next is doll; due to yeva receiving the patch, doll has the most nerfed solver version. she can’t overheat but she also can’t heal either

as for myself; the solver essentially revived me and became part of my own code, kinda changing it to properly fit the solver. i don’t overheat but i can heal

[cayonaa]

– Mechanical Bird – | Prologue

Back to the Future.

Summer 1999.

On the device serving as a clock, the date 05.07 was illuminated with red light bulbs. Because of a colossal catastrophe that occurred 27 years ago due to critical oversights by scientists, after which the country still had not recovered, it seemed like it had just happened.

After nuclear accidents at power plants, flooded oil rigs, collapses of laboratories, and various epidemics in major cities, people decided to completely abandon and prohibit most technologies so that such horrors would never happen again.

Well, the government made another mistake, and this time it's the last one that will undo all the achievements of science and technology. They shut off electricity across the country, silly, right? Definitely. They gave some speech about "ecology," but really, the higher-ups just left their offices running on backup power, claiming it was necessary to monitor the situation.

But it seems like no one was planning to improve the situation, not at all.

Over time, those who realized the hopelessness of their situation fled to neighboring countries, where there were restrictions, but not as severe. The first few hundred stayed across the border, getting used to different laws and thanking their lucky stars for being saved. But after crossing into foreign territory once too often, it became inconvenient for governments to keep so many refugees and soon special military patrols were sent to the borders, sending everyone back.

The last hope of living a peaceful life in comfort and convenience had now been cut off, so people had no choice but to... accept it.

The city began slowly but irreversibly turning into ruins, giving way to nature. At first, the population tried to "revive" the architecture and technology, but nothing improved. Buildings and some non-essential factories, without maintenance, became overgrown with moss and gradually fell apart. Only residential houses looked more well-kept and suitable for living.

Predictably, after such widespread devastation, looters appeared, roaming the abandoned and sometimes inhabited houses in search of goods, medicine, and food just to survive.

Money no longer made sense, as banks had ceased to function, replaced by weapons, food, valuable items, and psychoactive substances. Even behind a locked door of an apartment building, you could never be sure of your safety.

Many staged rebellions and futile attempts to break through the concrete walls of the main administration, but what good were they when even the phones and televisions didn't work? Even the lowest echelons of society already understood that the government was concerned and would only ever be concerned about its own ministers.

Over several decades, the criminal world, as in the 60s and early 70s, was reaching dangerous levels of activity again. Those heading there were not only escapees from malfunctioning prisons but also regular civilians. No technologies can obscure the animal instinct. In such a situation, the desire to survive only intensifies.

Some formed groups, competing with others for a place in the sun and a chance to prolong their existence for another day. This often led to muffled sounds of gunfire, rifle-butts striking, someone's shouts, and swearing heard at night.

If you listened closely to the nighttime silence, which never brought peace or safety, you could make out faint knocks, the hum of an engine from a suspicious black van with tinted windows driving by, the creaking of window shutters, and the cries of birds.

Eyes had grown used to the darkness of dusk, when the sun sets behind the tall buildings on the horizon, and ears had grown used to the absence of the once familiar sound of the air conditioner and the brief signals from the power meter.

[greenthey]

Conversations with a Táltos

For a long time, I didn't practice anything related to my Magyar ancestry because there is so little information about their pre-Christian religious practices. But recently I remembered I'm a witch experienced in trance, and I can ask for myself!

I made contact with an ancestor. His name, he has said, is private, though he has allowed me to share this image from my journal for the sake of continuing the knowledge of his practice, which he didn't get to share with his own children as the demon of Christian monoculture swept over the land.

Táltos knowledge below the cut. Please ask your own guides and ancestors if this is for you before using it.

I acknowledge that this is my personal gnosis, interpreted through a 21st century American mind. My táltos was also only one person living at the tail end of paganism being openly practiced in Hungary. (Before modern revival.)

My táltos's main job was to travel from village to village, going into trance to accomplish various tasks. This usually involved riding a giant eagle into the Upper World where he fought demons. (With a sword? Or perhaps he became the eagle and used his beak and claws)

The demons could represent many things-- disease in humans and crops, foul weather. Anything that made life difficult for humans, he could battle using trance.

I believe this involved drumming, although he didn't show me a drum so more research is needed. He did tell me a chant to enter trance:

Huld,

Huldulok

Which I believe translates to "Sleep, I am falling"? Which is funny to me because it calls to mind a 20th century hypnotist saying "You are getting very verry sleeeeeepy" - Magyar speakers, please correct me if I'm wrong.

While using this chant, he showed energy descending through the centers of the body which looked like gems. I was surprised by how similar this all was to grounding processes I'm already familiar with. Simpler, even.

A surprising learning I got from him was that he could not imagine doing what he did in the modern world with all the distractions. He was impressed with me? Which was humbling because he got to actually do this as a job. He was respected. And I have to squish my practice in around my underpaying, emotionally humiliating job. He reminded me that what we do as pagan ritual practitioners isn't insignificant. It's a huge sacrifice of our time and energy, and we are so holy.

At the end of my first meditation with him, he sat me by a fire where I went through some kind of initiation. There also stood Boldogasszony, the Blessed Lady who seems to have represented Mother Earth and, after Christianization, the Virgin Mary. I will share more once I am able to spend time with her.

To end on a fun note, the táltos was very impressed with the lavender essential oils I had used. He took the scent as a rare and valuable gift, and I think he appreciates it as a vehicle for trance. Might be useful for others communing with similar ancestors? 💜

[ohhkaty]

Record collecting is an expensive hobby but it also honestly brings me so much joy. There’s still so much I want to buy and will buy (tbh) but I keep going to record sales and not remembering what I own and almost buying doubles of the same album, so that’s why this list exists. But I also saw folks publishing their lists earlier and I love seeing what people have in their collections (truly I’d love to see yours if you wanted to post it!) If you ever want to talk records or music I’m your gal ♡ 

A Abba - Super Trouper - Voulez Vous - Greatest Hits Vol. 2 The Animals - The Best Of The Animals Arcade fire - Everything Now Arlo Parks - Collapsed In Sunbeams Aqua - Aquarium

B Bleachers  - Bleachers MTV Unplugged  - Take the sadness out of Saturday night  Beyonce - Lemonade - Renaissance Billie Eilish - Happier Than Ever  Barenaked ladies  - Original Hits  Bo Burnham - Inside  Bob Seger - Stranger In Town Billy Joel - 52 Street - The Stranger - Glass Houses - An Innocent Man The Beatles - Help - Yesterday and Today - Abbey Road  - Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band

C Carly Rae Jepsen - Dedicated - The Loneliest Time Cat Stevens -Tea for the Tillerman Creedence Clearwater Revival - Chronicle Vol. 1 Cheap Trick - At Budokan

D Dirty Honey  - Dirty Honey Dodie  - build a problem  Dua Lipa - Future Nostalgia  Dee Gees - Hail Satin  David Bowie - Legacy (The Very Best Of David Bowie) Dolly Parton  - Greatest Hits  Diana Ross - Swept Away - Summer 

E Elvis Presley  - The Essential Elvis  Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong - Ella and Louis  Etta James  - At Last  Edith Piaf  - The great Edith Piaf  Elton John - Greatest Hits  - Greatest Hits Vol. 2  - Captain Fantastic  - Honky Château  - Here and There 

F Fleet Foxes - Fleet Foxes  Florence and the Machine  - Lungs  - Dance Fever  Frank Ocean  - Channel Orange (yes this is a boot) Fun  - Some Nights  Fleetwood Mac - Rumours - Tango In The Night - The Dance

G Greta Van Fleet  - From the Fires  - Anthem of the Peaceful Army  - The Battle at Garden’s Gate  George Ezra  - Gold rush kid  Grateful Dead  - American beauty Genesis  - Invisible touch  The Guess Who - The Best Of The Guess Who 

H Haim - Forever EP - Days Are Gone - Something To Tell You - Women in Music III Harry Styles - Harry Styles  - Fine Line - Harry’s House Hozier - Hozier - Wasteland, Baby! Hall & Oates - Rock 'n Soul Part 1

J Jill Barber - Chances Jeff Goldblum and The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra - The Capitol Studios Sessions Jeff Lynne’s ELO - Alone In The Universe Joni Mitchell - Blue Jimi Hendrix - Are You Experienced Janis Joplin - Greatest Hits - Pearl Jefferson Airplane -Surrealistic Pillow Jethro Tull - Stand Up Janet Jackson - Control 

K Kacey Musgraves - Golden Hour - Star-Crossed  Khruangbin and Leon Bridges - Texas Sun - Texas Moon Kate bush - Hounds Of Love Kansas - Leftoverture

L Lorde - Melodrama - Solar Power The Lumineers - The Lumineers - Cleopatra Lizzo -Coconut Oil - Cuz I Love You Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill Lana Del Rey - Born To Die Led Zeppelin - In Through The Out Door 

M Maggie Rogers - Surrender Mother Mother - Dance And Cry Mumford and Sons - Wilder Mind Mika - Life In Cartoon Motion Matty Matheson - A Cookbook (yes this is a real cookbook, it comes with a zine!) Marina And The Diamonds -Electra Heart Minnie Riperton - Les Fleurs: The Minnie Riperton Anthology Meatloaf - Bat Out Of Hell Mr mister - Welcome To The Real World 

N Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats - Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats The National - Boxer Nico - Chelsea Girl Neil Young - Harvest Moon Neil Diamond - Live At The Troubadour 

O Orville Peck - Pony - Show Pony Orla Gartland - Women on the Internet Olivia Rodrigo  - Sour 

P Phoebe Bridgers - Stranger in the Alps  Paramore  - After Laughter  Prince - Purple rain  The Mamas & the Papas - The Papas & the Mamas The Police - Zenyatta Mondatta Paul Simon - There Goes Rhyming Simon - Graceland  Pat Benatar - Crimes of Passions 

Q Queen - Greatest Hits

R The Regrettes - Feel Your Feelings Fool - How Do You Love - Further Joy Ramones  - Ramones 

S The Sheepdogs  - Live At Lees  Spice Girls  - Spice  The Strokes  - Angles 

The Struts  - Strange Days 

Silk Sonic  - An Evening with Silk Sonic 

Simon and Garfunkel  - Bridge Over Troubled Water 

T Taylor swift  - Lover  - Folklore  - Evermore  - Midnights  Trixie Mattel  - Two Birds/One Stone - Barbara  Twin shadow  - Eclipse  - Twin Shadow Tears for fears  - Songs From The Big Chair  Toto - Toto IV Toronto  - Get It On Credit  Talking Heads  - Remain in light 

W Whitney Houston - Whitney  - Whitney Houston 

Y Yola - Walk Through The Fire - Stand For Myself Years and Years - Palo Santo

Z The Zombies - Odessey and Oracle - Oddities and Orcales  

123 The 1975 - The 1975 - Being Funny In A Foreign Language

Movie Soundtracks - Labyrinth - The Virgin Suicides - Eternal Sunshine of - School Of Rock - Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Promising Young Women - Josie and the Pussycats  - Almost Famous -Rocky Horror Picture Show - Up - Space Jam  - Little Shop of Horrors  - Grease - Saturday Night Fever - Xanadu  - Ghostbusters - St. Elmo’s Fire

Television Soundtracks - The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina - Stranger Things Vol 1/2 - Stranger Things Vol 3 - Euphoria Season 2 - Steven Universe 

Musicals - In the Heights - Hair

[bingobongobonko]

sighs. lancer. head in hands. 5 years. 5 months. til the world is essentially gone. im like. eyes wide. blinking. turns out the big bad, we fucking made it, it's a manmade horror actually. and now its playing god. im like. dude? im bad at articulation but. dude? and jeurgen fucking knew the whole time. like bro youre an asshjole. (i love u...) GENUINELY THE MOST SHIFT IVE SEEN OF ALL TIME. JEURGEN USED TO BE A SWEETHEART BUT HE REALIZED HE'S A XENOGLASS MONK. SO HES LIKE. BUUGJHH!?!?!?! HES SO FUCKED UP. HES SO FUCKED UP. GRITS MY TEETH. HE'S LIKE SUCH AN ASSHOLE NOW AND I REALLY THINK ITS COOL. OKAY SO im. LIKE. GUH? GUH????? HE KNOWS EVERYTHING. HE KNOWS TOO MUCH! OK SO JUST. GUH. so much to process but basically, the oracle??? WE made that. we made it in the past, it was essentially some weird hivemind consisting of nanites that could be used to fight wars without the actual people. and now its god. maybe? it claims to be god. im like. dude? we beat its apostle to death, funnily enough the revived corpse of the apostle that was killed in act 1. im fucking unwell. but it said to us like. We'll meet again. and frankly I HOPE THE FUCK NOT!!!!!!!!!!!! YOURE SCARY!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU NEARLY KILLED JEURGEN!!!!!!!!!!!! and technically its cronies almost killed yves so that was Ough. but yeah no mech. in actuality yves(?) was kind of paralyzed half the time in telly's mech, i say ? cuz that wasnt. really yves. hard to explain but no that wasnt yves really. still though. once the battle was over, full success, we just stood there as we received all of this info right. and telly's like full of screaming thru the comms, and yves(?) is like. hey god is fucking punishing us actually. this is god's punishment. and tellys like. no its fucking not shut up. also i know about your boyfriend. elias. and THE yves, THE current yves, goes fucking ballistic, all the rage and terror from before comes back at once and he fucking goes ballistic and tackles telly and fucking BEATS his shit in. just starts fucking punching him over and over again til people have to physically rip him off and fucking screams at telly to like. leave elias out of this. all of this while baron oze is just receiving the news from jeurgen - 5 years for bo. FIVE months for keedan. and its so fucked up to me. jeurgen knew. jeurgen knew for a very long time. he just didnt know that til recently. and thats so fucked. he knew all of this was going to happen. this WHOLE fucking time... but he did not remember..... how fucked is that. like actually. so im just like. man Okay. okay. this is fucked.

so yeah after that reveal, we just drag ourselves back to the hangar. we're fucked. got ferrofluids everywhere, telly's punched to fuck all, oils and shit, we just look like shit. and then we realize theres a man with darwil, guy just fucking LOSING his shit, pacing back and forth, just rambling his head off, and it isnt til he looks our way that yves realizes immediately it's elias, and elias makes a fucking beeline right for yves and actually. dude? fuck? oh. they just fucking grapple onto each other and they hug it out right there and yves is just whispering im sorry the whole time. he has never truly apologized for anything. he actually means it. im like. fuck. yk. dude? at that very moment everything else gets drowned out, cuz it just doesnt fucking matter to him. elias is right there, tears in his eyes, looking at him. just straight up starin at him. nothing fucking matters actually. just this right now. im like. picture of white guy with the red shirt grabbing his head and crying. Okay. youre telling me. pointing at yves. the guy who has only ever cared about himself and his own gains. actually feels something real for someone else, the first time in YEARS. okay. dude i doint even care. dude. whatever. actually. okay. whatever. yves would fucking KILL for this guy and im not joking. he already assaulted telly for even insinuating a talk with elias. like straight up. also telly still came up and was like. hey we need to talk. to elias and fucking yves gave him the most murderous stare............. bites my tongue. Yeah we had bit of a lancer moment today.

[olgaperfume]

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Choose a perfume that suits the occasion or time of day. Lighter, fresher scents are ideal for daytime wear, while deeper, more intense fragrances are perfect for evening events.

Support Ethical Brands:

Opt for brands that prioritize ethical sourcing and sustainable practices. By supporting these brands, you contribute to a more eco-friendly and responsible beauty industry.

Conclusion

Olga The trend towards natural perfumes in India is a reflection of a broader shift towards more conscious and sustainable living. By choosing natural fragrances, you not only indulge in luxurious scents but also make a positive impact on your health and the environment. Whether you’re new to natural perfumes or a seasoned enthusiast, there’s a world of exquisite fragrances waiting to be explored.

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Revitalize Your Curls: The Magic of Oil for Natural Hair

Introduction

Natural hair, characterized by its unique and beautiful curls, coils, and kinks, has been gaining recognition and celebration in recent years. Many individuals are embracing their natural hair textures, and in doing so, they are discovering the importance of proper care and maintenance. Natural hair is diverse and can range from loose waves to tight coils, each with its own set of challenges and requirements. One of the most potent tools in revitalizing and maintaining natural hair health is the use of oils. These oils, packed with essential nutrients and moisture, possess the magic to transform dull, dry hair into vibrant, luscious curls. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the world of oils for natural hair, helping you unlock the secrets to reviving and nourishing your curls, without endorsing any specific brands or products.

Understanding the Beauty of Natural Hair:

Natural hair, often referred to as afro-textured or textured hair, is a celebration of diversity and individuality. It defies the conventional beauty standards and represents a connection to heritage and culture. Understanding the uniqueness of natural hair is the first step in embracing and caring for it.

Challenges Faced by Natural Hair:

Natural hair comes with its own set of challenges that individuals must address to keep their curls healthy and vibrant:

Dryness: Natural hair has a tendency to be dry due to its structure, which hinders the even distribution of natural oils along the hair shaft.

Shrinkage: Natural hair can experience significant shrinkage, meaning that it appears shorter than it actually is when dry. This can be frustrating for those who desire length.

Tangles and Breakage: The curl pattern of natural hair can lead to tangles and knots, increasing the risk of breakage during detangling.

Scalp Health: Maintaining a healthy scalp is crucial for overall hair health. Issues like dryness, dandruff, and inflammation can affect natural hair.

The Magic of Oils for Natural Hair:

Oils have long been recognized as essential components of natural hair care routines. They offer a range of benefits that cater to the unique needs of textured hair:

Moisturization: Oils are excellent at moisturizing natural hair, providing essential hydration to combat dryness and prevent breakage.

Frizz Control: Oils help control frizz and add shine to natural curls, enhancing their overall appearance.

Detangling Aid: Some oils provide slip, making it easier to detangle natural hair and reduce the risk of breakage.

Strengthening: Certain oils can strengthen hair strands, promoting resilience and reducing breakage.

Popular Oils for Natural Hair:

A variety of oils are well-suited for natural hair, each with its unique properties and benefits. Here are some popular options:

Coconut Oil: Coconut oil is a beloved choice for natural hair due to its ability to penetrate the hair shaft and provide deep moisture. It also helps in reducing protein loss and promoting hair health.

Olive Oil: Olive oil is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, making it effective in moisturizing and softening natural hair. It also adds shine and manages frizz.

Jojoba Oil: Jojoba oil closely resembles the natural oils produced by the scalp. It is an excellent choice for maintaining moisture balance and promoting scalp health.

Argan Oil: Argan oil is known for its ability to reduce frizz, add shine, and repair damaged hair. It is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E.

Castor Oil: Castor oil is famous for its potential to promote hair growth and reduce hair breakage. It is particularly beneficial for strengthening natural hair.

Shea Butter: Shea butter is a natural emollient that provides deep moisture and is often used as a sealant to lock in moisture for natural hair.

Methods of Applying Oils for Natural Hair:

Incorporating oils into your natural hair care routine is straightforward and can be done in various ways:

Pre-Poo Treatment: Apply oil to your hair before shampooing as a pre-poo treatment. This helps protect your hair from the drying effects of shampoo.

Scalp Massages: Gently massage oil into your scalp using your fingertips to promote blood circulation and support a healthy scalp.

Hot Oil Treatment: Warm the oil slightly and apply it to your hair and scalp. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave the oil on for about 30 minutes before shampooing.

Leave-In Conditioner: Some oils can be used as leave-in conditioners. Apply a small amount to your hair to keep it moisturized throughout the day.

Sealant: After applying a water-based leave-in conditioner, seal in the moisture with an oil to prevent it from evaporating and keep your curls hydrated.

Tips for Effective Use of Oils for Natural Hair:

Choose the Right Oil: Select an oil that aligns with your hair's needs and characteristics. Experimenting with different oils can help you discover the most suitable one for your hair.

Consistency is Key: To see significant results, consistency in using oils for natural hair is essential. Make it a regular part of your hair care routine.

Moderation: While oils are beneficial, using excessive amounts can lead to buildup. Use them in moderation to avoid heavy, greasy hair.

Heat Protection: When using heated styling tools, apply a heat protectant product to your hair to shield it from damage.

Scalp Health: Pay attention to scalp health by keeping it clean and moisturized. A healthy scalp is the foundation for healthy hair.

Conclusion:

The magic of oil for natural hair lies in their ability to rejuvenate, moisturize, and enhance the beauty of your curls. Embrace your natural hair journey with pride and confidence, knowing that you have the power to unlock the secrets to revitalized and luscious locks. By choosing the right oils, applying them effectively, and maintaining a consistent routine, you can transform your natural hair into a stunning expression of your identity and individuality. Celebrate the beauty of your curls, and watch them thrive and flourish.

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4 Ways to Maintain Clear, Healthy-Looking Skin This Summer

From the beach to the backyard, you and your family love making the most of summer. Of course, the sun and high temperatures can influence the look and feel of your skin. But not to worry! There are plenty of ways you can keep your skin looking its best all summer long, starting with a gentle zinc sunscreen. Give your skin an advantage this summer with these four tips.

Choose Mineral Sun Protection

The importance of sun protection can’t be overstated. It may be the number one way to maintain clear, healthy-looking skin, especially during the summer. Mineral sun protection, like a broad spectrum zinc sunscreen, can help keep the sun’s UVA and UVB rays at bay. Look for one with a formula full of plant-based ingredients that avoids potentially harsh ingredients.

While not all zinc sunscreens are created equal, you can trust a high-quality, EWG Verified™ product to protect your skin in the heat of summer. A gentle formula is essential. It can ensure everyone can use sunscreen, even those who may have more sensitive skin. It can be one less thing you and your family have to worry about! You can apply sunscreen and then get out there and do what you love, whether it’s visiting the local pool, hiking, or simply enjoying a summer backyard barbecue!

Use Lightweight Facial Sunscreen

Sunscreen can be just as important for your face as it is for the rest of your exposed skin. However, some people may shy away from facial sunscreen because they worry it’ll be too heavy or they’re concerned about how it may impact their skin. So look for lightweight formulas that take these concerns into consideration, particularly during the summer. Some facial tinted sunscreen options can be highly effective while being lightweight and gentle for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Plus, some of the best come in a small, travel-friendly size perfect for upcoming trips.

Wash Away Buildup with Body Wash

There’s nothing quite like washing away the day with a lightly aromatic body wash. Over the course of a summer day, your skin can go through a lot. It’s exposed to sun, dirt, and other impurities. At the same time, you may work up a sweat! This can all build up, which can lead to dull, tired-looking skin. So give your skin an advantage with a eucalyptus body wash. As you restore your skin with plant-based ingredients like shea butter and calendula, you can revive your senses with the refreshing scent of eucalyptus oil.

Moisturize Your Face and Body

Another great way to maintain clear, healthy-looking skin all summer long is to focus on hydration and moisturization. As you spend time enjoying the summer, the sun and warm air can pull moisture from your skin. It doesn’t take long before the skin can start to look dry and tired. But when you moisturize your skin before heading out, you can change that. You can find lightweight SPF moisturizers, dedicated moisturizing creams, and body lotions. When you get into the habit of applying a moisturizer before enjoying a summer day, you can give your skin a hydrated advantage throughout the summer and beyond.

About Babo Botanicals

Skin, hair, body, and sun care products look and feel different with Babo Botanicals. They’re gentle, effective, and great for you, your partner, and your kids. The family-owned brand fosters a love for and a connection to nature using plant-based ingredients and nourishing formulas. Through sustainably sourcing ingredients like shea butter in the Sensitive Baby collection and eucalyptus oil in the eucalyptus body wash, Babo Botanicals dedicates themselves to giving back to Mother Nature. The Certified B Corp can help you discover what it means to care for your skin, hair, body, and the environment. Whether you need a fragrance-free lotion for your baby, a zinc sunscreen for time in the sun, or a shampoo and body wash for soft and clean hair, Babo Botanicals will inspire you to connect with nature.

Give your skin an advantage this summer with https://www.babobotanicals.com/

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A Touch of Luxury: Expert Leather Cleaning for a Lasting Impression

Luxury, sophistication, and timeless style have long been linked with leather. Owning leather items, whether an exceptionally constructed leather jacket, an elegant purse, or a stylish pair of shoes, provides a touch of luxury to any ensemble. However, in order to keep that luxurious style, regular upkeep and cleaning are required.

This article will address the crucial role of skilled leather cleaning services in safeguarding the quality and lifespan of your treasured leather products. If you are looking for leather cleaning in Bribie Island, you should know why it is important to seek expert services.

Understanding the Value of Leather

Leather is an organic material that needs to be meticulously cared for in order to preserve its natural appeal and durability. Elements, including sunlight, dust, filth, and regular wear and tear, may tarnish its look and impede its structural integrity over time. Frequent maintenance and cleaning are vital for safeguarding your investment and making sure your leather products last.

The Art of Expert Leather Cleaning

Delegating it to the pros is the key to preserving its lavish look when it involves leather cleaning. Professional leather cleaning services use skilled professionals that have an in-depth understanding of all kinds of leather, their distinctive characteristics, and the most effective cleaning processes for them. They possess specialized machinery, goods, and commercial expertise, enabling them to produce exceptional results.

Gentle and Effective Cleaning Methods

Employing mild and effective cleaning methods is one of the most significant benefits of professional leather cleaning. Those methods have been specially developed to get rid of dirt, stains, and impurity from leather without inflicting any damage. Experts use light cleansers and conditioners that regenerate the leather, reviving its suppleness and lustre, as opposed to strong domestic cleaners that may strip away its own oils and cause discolouration. This is why seeking the best leather cleaning services within your locality is always essential.

Restoration and Revival

Even the finest leather could accumulate scratches, scuffs, or discoloured spots over time. Professional leather cleaners not only cleanse your leather possessions but also restore them. They can repair and smooth out the appearance of flaws, restoring your leather products to its former glory. Cleaning professionals have the expertise to restore your leather, from minor scratches to colour touch-ups.

Convenience and Peace of Mind

Hiring professional leather cleaning services brings ease and peace of mind. Instead of spending time researching DIY methods for cleaning and risking damage, you may entrust your leather products to trained professionals who will handle them with extreme care. Professional cleaners have the expertise and knowledge to deal with various kinds of leather, making sure every item is cleaned properly.

Anyone who appreciates their leather products should consider hiring professional leather cleaning services like DeVere Carpet and Leather Restorations. You can be guaranteed that your goods will be in good hands by entrusting them to adequately trained workers. These professionals will renew and safeguard the exquisite appeal of your leather products, creating a lasting impression, using mild cleaning products and restoration services.

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Revive the Elegance: Discover Exceptional Leather Cleaning Services in Kensington

Leather is a timeless material that exudes elegance and luxury. Whether it's a cherished leather sofa, a beloved handbag, or a treasured jacket, taking care of your leather items is essential to maintain their beauty and longevity. In Kensington, a neighborhood renowned for its sophistication and style, you can find exceptional Leather Cleaning Services Kensington that cater to the discerning needs of leather enthusiasts.

Leather items require specialized care and attention due to their unique characteristics. Over time, they can accumulate dirt, oils, and stains that diminish their aesthetic appeal. However, attempting to clean leather on your own without proper knowledge and expertise can lead to irreversible damage. This is where professional leather cleaning services in Kensington come to the rescue.

When you entrust your leather items to expert cleaners, you can rest assured that they will be treated with utmost care and precision. These professionals possess in-depth knowledge of different leather types and finishes, allowing them to choose the most appropriate cleaning techniques and products. They understand that leather requires gentle cleansing methods to preserve its suppleness and prevent it from drying out or cracking.

By utilizing advanced cleaning technologies and eco-friendly products, Kensington Dry Cleaners in Kensington can effectively remove dirt, stains, and odors from your beloved items. They employ techniques such as deep cleaning, conditioning, and rejuvenation to restore the original luster and softness of the leather. Additionally, they can address specific issues such as ink marks, oil stains, or discoloration, ensuring a comprehensive restoration process.

The convenience offered by these services is unparalleled. With the option of on-site or pickup and delivery services, you can have your leather items professionally cleaned without disrupting your busy schedule. Skilled technicians will meticulously clean and treat your items, paying attention to every detail, and returning them to you in pristine condition.

Investing in professional leather cleaning services not only rejuvenates your leather items but also extends their lifespan. With regular maintenance and care, you can enjoy the timeless elegance of your leather possessions for years to come.

In conclusion, Leather Cleaning Services Kensington are a haven for those who seek to revive the beauty and grace of their cherished leather items. By entrusting professionals with the task, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing that your leather will be treated with the utmost care and expertise. So, if you want to preserve the elegance of your leather possessions, don't hesitate to explore the exceptional leather cleaning services available in Kensington.

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Body Rub History in Worcester, Massachusetts

The history of body rub and body rub therapy dates back to 2700 BCE. Body rub therapy was used in China as early as 2,700 BCE. Though, body rub and body rub therapy are likely to have roots further back than that.

The Egyptian tomb paintings from 2,500 BCE show that body rub therapy was used in medical treatment. Reflexology was also discovered by the Egyptian culture. This influence has been felt in other cultures such as the Romans, Greeks, and even the Greeks.

India is believed to have the oldest documented body rub therapy traditions. These traditions date back between 1,500 to 500 BCE. However, the practice could be as old as 3,000 BCE. Ayurvedic medicine was a practice that allowed for healing touch. It was first used by the Hindus. Ayurveda can be translated as life science, or life health. Ayurveda is a holistic form of medicine that uses aromatherapy, meditation, and relaxation techniques.

Monks began using body rub therapy in Japan around 1,000 BCE. Japanese monks were studying Buddhism at the time. They were familiar with traditional Chinese medicine's methods of healing, including body rub therapy. Many body rubs from China were brought to Japan to be adapted to Japanese culture. It was around this time that Shiatsu body rub was developed to increase energy levels.

Worcester Body Rubs were popularized in Japan not long after. In Greece, body rubs soon became popular. Between 800 and 700 BCE, it was a popular practice among athletes and philosophers. Many of these techniques grew from the Eastern body rub therapy.

Body rubs were a popular way for athletes in Greece to maintain their bodies and compete. Many doctors began to combine herbs and body rub techniques with athletes to provide them the many benefits they required. The benefits were obvious to women in Greece, who began using oils and body rubs as beauty treatments.

It took several centuries before body rubs became popular in Rome. It was used to treat many diseases and injuries. The majority of body rubs in Rome were based on Hippocrates' principles, which stipulated that exercise, healthy eating, and body rubs are essential for maintaining and restoring your body's health.

The wealthy Romans received treatment in their own homes, while the less fortunate were treated in public baths by trainers and doctors.

Between the 17th century and the 19th century, body rub therapy was popularized in Europe. Between the Roman Empire's years and the 1600s, body rubs were declining in popularity. Scientists and doctors recognized the benefits of body rub and began to use it again. The 19th century was the first to bring about improvements in body rub techniques.

Although body rub and body therapy have been around since the dawn of human history, they were not popularized in Western culture until the 1800s. With the Swedish Doctor Henril Lin, the Swedish Movement System was the place where it all began in West.

Ling created this system and it became the basis of the Swedish body rub we use today. Although Ling created the system, Johan George Mezger is actually responsible for the hand strokes that made up the Swedish body rub. This is the most popular type of body rub in the West.

Through the 20th century, body rub therapy has grown in popularity. Body rubs were used to treat nerve injuries and shell shock in World War I. It was not a common treatment and was only available to the wealthy for a few years. It was also a notorious part of the sex trade up until the second half 20th century.

The 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s saw a revival in body rubs in the United States. This became a popular option for people who wanted to heal their bodies without the use of drugs or other harmful treatments. Body rub therapy was often used by those looking for an alternative to traditional medicine.

Body rub therapy has become a mainstream practice, and Worcester bodyrubs have become pretty known. Many body rub providers offer a variety of techniques that draw on ancient methods. It is used all over the world to relieve, heal, relax, and provide a means of escape.

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Beast can sustain his soul on anything that burns, but it's only edelwood oil that really properly nourishes him. He also has no sense of taste so he couldn't tell you what the treeified souls of people taste like.

He sings to lure victims, yes, but he also genuinely enjoys singing so often times he'll just sing to himself for no reason besides just pure enjoyment.

He's essentially viewed by the people of the Unknown as what the devil is to real world mythology, but he isn't literally the devil in the sense that people know of it. He doesn't rule over a hell-like realm or exist to punish people, and he's not a fallen angel. It would be more accurate to consider him a manifestation of the natural forces of death and decay. He isn't truly evil, as he's an ancient natural entity that exists beyond human morality. That being said, he does understand the concept of mischief and "being a jerk" and he'll engage in both for his own entertainment and to get back at those who annoy him.

His branches are not barren and they grow white oak blossoms in the spring and leaves in the summer. In the fall, they turn orange and red and yellow and gradually fall off until you get the barren antler-like branches of his winter form. He has no leaves in the series because his only appearances were in late autumn and winter, he'd already lost all his leaves by then.

His body is completely made of wood, and is also hollow. This is pretty much the reason he has to keep his soul outside of his body, since if he tried to put it back, he'd burn himself to cinders. Still no clue how he got that way in the first place but I think knowing would ruin the mystique.

He's cloaked in a perpetual shadow that can only be pierced by the light of his own soul. If he walks out into bright sunlight, he'll still look like a shadow monster.

He likes to watch the denizens of the Unknown celebrate during their various festivals and sometimes can be heard singing along from his place among the trees. Sometimes this scares the people into hiding, which always saddens him a bit because it means the celebration is over.

He's functionally immortal and while extinguishing his soul will put him in the ground, he can be revived if the lantern is lit again. His physical body can regenerate from damage so long as his soul is fed and is very difficult to cut even with an axe. He also feels no pain unless his soul is affected.

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Anubis

Egyptian god of death, mummification, embalming, tombs, and burial grounds

Anubis (Egyptian: Anup, Yinepu, or Anpu) was the original King of the Dead until he changed roles and Osiris became King of the Underworld in his place. Because  of him being born by Nephthys, Anubis was raised by Isis in order for him and his mother to be protected from Set, who was enraged by Nephthys’ act of adultery against him. When Osiris became the new King of the Underworld, Anubis evolved to be more of a guardian and a psychopomp (one who guides spirits to the Underworld). Anubis is said to have fathered the goddess Qebhet with his wife Anput (Anubis’ feminine counterpart). He is most often depicted as a man with the head of a black Egyptian hound, holding an ankh and a flail (an agricultural tool of a shepherd), or in the complete form of an Egyptian hound. The colour black is significant due to it being associated with rebirth in Ancient Egypt.

The Journey through Duat: Anubis is the god who guards the gateway to Duat (the Underworld) and is one of the deities to assist in judging souls in the Hall of Ma’at, making certain that no one wicked can pass on. It is said that once a mummy was sealed up, Anubis would come with the god Wepwawet and the two of them would guide the soul of the deceased towards the Hall of Ma’at, where they would be judged. While the soul waits for their turn, Qebhet, goddess of cool waters and the daughter of Anubis, is said to come and attend to them. She would be joined by other goddesses such as Nephthys and Serqet, who all comfort and provide for the deceased person. 

Once it is their turn, the soul then comes before the fourty-two judges and has to recite the Negative Confessions, claiming to be free or guilty of certain sins (which would change depending on the person). The spirit’s heart would then be placed upon the golden Scales of Truth to be weighed against a feather of Ma’at, the goddess of truth and justice. If the heart was heavier than the feather, the spirit would be given the chance to justify any of their misdeeds, then the judges would deem whether the spirit should be allowed to move on. Anubis is then the one to guide the pure towards the paradise of The Field of Reeds, while the souls of the wicked would have their heart devoured by the goddess Ammit, causing them to be unable to move on and would then be subject to severe punishments.

Other roles: Anubis was also thought to be the inventor and guardian of mummification; watching over the embalming process of every mummy and granting permission to the priests who cut open the bodies. In the myth of Osiris’ death and resurrection, he can be seen assisting Isis and Nephthys in rebuilding and preserving the corpse of Osiris until he could be revived. He is also seen as the god of lost souls, including orphans, and is the one to help guide them towards peace since he is the “shepherd of the dead”. Another role of this god is to watch over the resting places of the dead, punishing anyone who would dare desecrate the area. Thus, Anubis earned the epithet “He Who is Upon the Mountain”, as he was believed to protect the graves and tombs from high above where he could see all. Images of Anubis would be stamped on many of the seals to tombs in the Valley of the Kings, symbolizing the protection of Anubis against raiders and ill-wishers upon the dead. He was even known as the god who had knowledge of the mysteries of the afterlife, including the secrets of magic.  

Personal experiences: Anubis is one of the most noble gods I have ever had the honour to meet. He is deeply compassionate, just, diligent, protective, and patient; among the finest of the Netjeru. He is also quite serious and withdrawn, and does not like stupidity or most jokes. Despite what Egyptologists have assumed, Anubis states that he does not actually take the form of a jackal, but of a black Egyptian hound. This is because he guards the dead with stern protection, whereas jackals eat the dead (and he doesn’t look like a jackal at all either). Anubis is also one of the deities who strongly values their own evolution, so he travels through the dark in order to seek the light, and gradually changes for betterment. For this reason, he had stepped down from being the king of the Egyptian Underworld in order to evolve under a different role. It is true that he is the son of Osiris and Nephthys when these two gods had an affair; though despite this, Isis adores Anubis and does not hold anything negative towards him. The goddess Ma’at also claims Anubis to be one of the most wonderful souls in existence due to his noble and generous nature. In addition, Anubis is to be treated with great respect (as all deities should) so do not call him anything insulting or refer to him as a dog, as this can invoke his wrath. 

Some of his Epithets:

Guardian of the Scales

Chief Physician

Counter of Hearts

Beautiful Guardian

Chief Healer

Guardian of Souls

Guide of the Two Lands

He Who Checks the Scales

He Who Makes the Corpses

He Who is Hidden

High and Mighty One

Immense Strength

Keeper of the Keys to the Underworld

Lord of the Coffin

Lord of the Underworld

Lord of Purification

Master of the Secrets of the Underworld

He Who is Upon the Mountain

Pharaoh of the Underworld

Ruler of Eternity

Lord of the Sacred Land

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