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週刊スパ! 2023年5/16号 (2023/5/9)
''「新しい姿を見せて恩返ししたい」'' 影山優佳 (日向坂46)
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helllooo, can you write boyfriends headcanons with other men like flashy flash and amai mask please? ~
IM FINALLY BACK WITH MORE HEADCANONS! writing for these was so hard- it was my first time doing amai mask too- I hope they turned out well 😩
Please keep the requests incoming I’ll try to work through them! I’m sorry for taking so long and Thank you so much for the patience.
Boyfriend Headcanons on OPM men Pt. 2
Fem!reader
Included: Flashy flash, Amai mask, Saitama, Zombie man
Flashy Flash
Having him as a boyfriend sure isn’t for the weak
He’s definetly the leader of the sassy man apocalypse
He takes his night routine SERIOUSLY like you will have a 20 step hair routine and a spa session
He gives great hair care tips though
Lets you braid his hair when you’re bored or does your hair when you’re tired
Gossiping with him is super fun
When he’s annoyed or jealous he scoffs a lot
Tiny bit reluctant over physical affection but his hugs and kisses feel so gentle, you could melt into them.
He goes all out when you’re on your period, like he knows exactly what you need and what to do.
Gifts you hairclips on random occasions !
Doesn’t like you touching his katana cuz he’s worried you’ll hurt yourself.
You get the best dates with him because he knows the best spots, prefers staying at home with you though in case one of his opps are after him.
He does bicker with you from time to time because he knows you too well and can’t be bothered to deal with your overdramatic ass
"Yeah fine we get it you’re just angry because you’re craving some desserts. Stop whining and lets go get it.“
Amai Mask
Might seem like a narcissistic and selfish bastard at first but he really just has issues
As a boyfriend he might not be able to spend much time with you since he is a hero AND a celebrity with a filled schedule
Makes sure to spoil you rotten tho
You get expensive gifts from him on a weekly basis and he takes you out to the best restaurants
He has to be very discreet with your relationship since it could cause him a bad reputation and backlash from the media
Whenever he’s overwhelmed or had a bad day he seeks comfort in your embraces
Feels like you’re the only one who understands him
Genuinely opens up to you and shows you his vulnerable side from time to time
He gets VERY jealous like he better not catch you admiring some other hero
At first he’d laugh it off not wanting to believe such a thing but slowly the jealousy would start creeping up
“You’re mine understood?”
Is just scared of u leaving him
He calls to tell you there’s a new magazine out that features him and wants you to buy it.
Thinks you’re his biggest supporter and likes to brag about you.
Saitama
Dates consist of gaming or getting deals at different supermarkets
I can totally imagine that he’s willing to try some new things at the convenience store with you and do taste tests.
Never rates the food a 10/10 cuz he thinks Genos could do it better.
YES sometimes Genos DOES make dinner dates for you two, he goes all out making a 5 star dinner for his sensei and his girlfriend.
Saitama secretly loves it when you come and sit on his lap as he watches tv.
He may not look like it but he really notices the small details, like he’ll ask if you put on different perfume or shampoo. Does it so sleek too.
He’d lean in to your neck and WHISPER INTO YOUR EAR
"Hm..you smell so good, got a new perfume?“
This guy just knows how to get you flustered
Is very nonchalant about most things, doesn’t really get jealous. (Unless you’re being overly nice to someone that has like really good hair)
“Yo genos. How much do you think a hair transplant costs?”
“Why are you asking sensei?”
“No reason really..” as he GLARES at the guy you’re talking to.
Doesn’t call you often, more like he randomly texts you what he’s doing and if your schedule matches his you both hangout.
Wants to climb up the ranks in order to impress you and loves to tell you about his day when he gets home.
Gets the most expressive around you.
He kicks out Genos when you two need your private time.
Gives the best piggy back rides.
Zombieman
Hands down the best boyfriend out there
He’s so chill about everything
Likes to take you everywhere with him, especially on shooting ranges, coffee shops or jazz bars
Respects your boundaries a lot, if you don’t like the smoke from his cigarettes he’ll try not to smoke around you, if you’re a smoker yourself he always looks forward to smoke some with you.
You both have a very casual relationship, there’s no awkwardness at all nor the cheesiness and pampering
That also includes physical affection. Cuddling on the couch or holding hands seems natural to you.
As nihilistic as he is, he can’t hide whenever he’s jealous.
“Was it fun chatting to that human?” He’d ask whilst pressing down the last remaining of his cigarette onto the whiskey glass. He wasn’t upset, more like curious of what you saw in another man.
Only calls you in the evenings after he walks you home. Likes to hear your voice before he goes to sleep.
He loves to get you roses
Asks childish emperor for advice on what to get you. Doesn’t even realise himself that he slips in your name in every conversation.
Is the kind of boyfriend that is happy enough to just watch you from afar.
Never ever gets aggressive with you. In fact you’ve never seen him angry.
Likes to polish his guns while you sit on his lap.
#one punch man#headcanons#opm#saitama x reader#saitama opm#saitama one punch man#genos x reader#zombieman opm#zombieman#zombiemanxreader#flashy flash x reader#flashy flash#amai mask#one punch man x reader#genos one punch man#sweet mask#x reader#garou#garou opm#garou x reader#metal bat x y/n#metal bat x reader#genos#speed o sound sonic x reader#speed o sound sonic
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Kimiko Ikegami, Rumiko Koyanagi & Kaori Momoi for Weekly SPA! magazine Japan, 1980s
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Future Diary TCG
I find that one really interesting piece of merch from the Future Diary franchise are the trading cards released for the game Victory Spark, which is quite an old and not very well-known card game on this side of the globe. I went down a bit of a rabbit hole trying to find as many images of the cards as I could, so I figure I’d make a post describing what I found (which could also double as a post about Victory Spark's history). Buckle up, becuase this is a long one.
Victory Spark (ヴィクトリースパー), also known as “Sparking Victory” in English, is a trading card game produced by Bushiboard Co., Ltd. Its official abbreviation in Japanese is “V Spa” (Vスパ) and VS in English. The original model of this game made by Bushiboard was titled: "Sunday VS Magazine Trading Card Game," (abbreviated SvsM) which was released as part of the 50th anniversary joint project between “Weekly Shonen Sunday” and “Weekly Shonen Magazine” (two shonen manga magazines). Hence, this model of the game featured only the characters published within the works of each magazine. In 2010, the game was turned into Victory Spark, which then stopped being produced in 2014. As you can imagine, the official website of VS is now down because of this, but it’s still accessible via the Wayback Machine:
Also, a fun fact about both of these games is that they each had their own radio show, in which weekly battles amongst Japanese personalities were broadcasted.
The game design is quite simple and similar to that of other popular trading card games (think Pokemon for example), in which there are two players battling with the abilities of each of their cards. To summarize the rules of the game, I'll use the pictures from a VS manual to illustrate. Each player's field on the playmat should look like this:
1. Deck: Each player must prepare a deck of 50 cards and place them face down on this spot.
2. Ring: A card drawn from the top of the deck is placed here to battle the opponent.
3. Bench: Three cards must be drawn from the deck and placed in this spot to support the attacks of the card on the ring. Certain cards from the same franchise have the quality of being "partners," which means that when one of them is on the ring and the other on the bench, the one on the bench can be turned horizontally to make a stronger "partner attack." This attack cannot be used on the first turn, though. After turning the first card horizontally, you can turn the second card as well to block an attack; however, this can't block a partner attack.
4. Field: The space that the ring and bench make up.
5. Surprise: This is a card that is placed face-down next to the ring, and can only be used by turning it around when certain conditions are met, to increase the power of an attack (these conditions being partner attacks, for example).
6. Energy: Similar to the Pokemon TCG, the cards placed face-down here can be used as energy to increase the power of the card on the ring.
7. Retirement zone: Where the defeated cards are placed, face-up.
8. Done zone: Where the cards that have finished their turn are placed, face-up.
Once a player’s card is retired or its turn is over, they have to pull a new card from the deck and present it on the ring, with the option of giving a one-shot counterattack to their opponent called "energy spark." The player can also "cancel" a skill their opponent might be about to use if the card on their ring allows it. The first player to defeat, or as the game calls it, "retire" 10 cards from their opponent wins.
This is what each feature on a VS card means:
1. Level: Amount of energy required to play with this card.
2. Card name.
3. Card title.
4. Card gender: pink heart is for female, blue spade is for male.
5. Partner card name.
6. Partner card title.
7. Partner card gender.
8. Work title: The name of the franchise the character's card is from.
9. Attack power.
10. Defense power.
11. Skill name.
12. Skill effect.
13. Skill attribute.
14. Limited Icon: A card can have either a fire or water icon, but only up to four cards of the same icon can be in one deck.
SvsM was distributed via booster packs, each containing an assortment of character cards from different franchises, while VS was distributed with both trial decks and booster packs for each franchise they included in the game. The trial deck for Future Diary was released on August 1st, 2012, and the booster pack on September 1st, 2012. A few franchises even received more than one booster pack, but that wasn’t the case for Future Diary, which only received the two mentioned before. The trial deck is meant for beginners, at 1300 yen (9.56 $), including an instruction sheet, a deck manual, a playmat with artwork from its respective franchise and a pre-built deck of 50 cards for the player to battle with right away. The booster and extra booster packs on the other hand, are just to expand your existing collection. The booster pack, at 476 yen (3.50 $), comes with 4 regular card types and 2 special, “parallel” holographic types out of 45 regular possibilities and 45 parallel possibilities. While the content of the booster packs may vary, the trial deck’s cards were always the same.
As for the Future Diary cards, the trial deck had the chance of containing a random card (originally ⅙ possibility rate, which was then renewed to ¼) stamped with an autograph from Tomosa Murata (Yuno’s VA). This deck was also pre-sold at the Future Diary “Live World” Event. The booster pack had the chance of containing random foil-stamped autograph cards from Tomosa Murata, Misuzu Togashi (Yukiteru’s VA) and Mai Aizawa (Minene’s VA). Along with the cards’ release, Bushiroad also made 4 Future Diary themed volumes of their “HG Sleeve Collection.” These are card sleeves which featured character artwork on the front as a cover, and were meant to help players organize, display, and store their cards safely. Each set of sleeves included 60, of 92 x 67 mm at 700 yen (5,15 $). The respective ones for Future Diary were volumes: 249 “Mirai Nikki” and 250 “Mirai Nikki” upon the trial deck release, and 351 “Mirai Nikki Part 2,” and 352 “Mirai Nikki Part 2” after the booster pack came out. Here’s the link to a video on an auction site showing off what the sleeves look like (not the Future Diary ones, also terrible video quality but it was the best I could find):
And here are the two sets of sleeves:
Note: the artwork on the last Minene image was first featured at the beginning of the light novel "Future Diary E"
In the official VS site, there's also a sub-page which talks about deck combinations for each franchise. This is the link from the Future Diary one:
It mentions that the most powerful card from this franchise to have on your deck is "Swimsuit Yuno." It also shows a list underneath of all the 45 regular cards available in the booster pack (though only the pages for cards 1 - 20 are visible on the Wayback Machine).
With this being said, there’s a total of 140 Future Diary cards, with 45 of those being rare and several of them with random autograph stamps. Along with that, there are also 4 different card sleeves and a themed playmat released for this series (which I can’t seem to find a photo of unfortunately, but imagine a Future Diary themed mat with outlines for where to place the cards xd). Now, with that in mind, I only managed to find the images of drum roll please… 59 cards
I also found images of the holographic and signed cards:
As well as the back of the cards, booster pack and trial deck packaging:
This means I'm missing... 81 cards.
*Sighs* I knew going into my research that I wouldn't be able to find every single one of them, but I'm still bummed that I'm missing over half. Anyway, I guess that this still serves as an overview for the VS Future Diary cards.
However, upon researching, I found this card that I thought was quite odd:
For instance, the frame of the card indicates that this is from a completely different line than VS, lacking all of the aforementioned details of its cards, not to mention that the artwork uses the style of the manga instead of the anime one (meaning this card is older than the VS ones). In other words, we got another card line in our hands, but the details of that one will be going up on a different post, since this one's already quite long. So till then, toodles.
#future diary#mirai nikki#anime#yandere#yuno gasai#the future diary#TCG#Victory Spark#Sparking Victory
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drinking water, putting vaseline, eating healthy, vs angel workouts, pilates, ballet, marcial arts, shooting, paying to be escorted because you’re so vip, throwing private parties in your yacht, having a private jet in case you ever need a sudden weekend on the other side of the world because you deserve to relax after a stressful week, driving rich cars, dressing expensively, being cultured, debating politics, reading the newspaper everyday, reading magazines while you’re on your weekly spa treatment, reading classics by the fireplace, simply reading everything you can, writing fervently, studying because you crave knowledge, painting passionately, listening to movie experts critiques, going to museums, horse riding, playing piano, playing violin, playing chess, playing cards, playing poker, knowing how to distinguish a good wine, being the smartest bitch on earth, wearing heels most of the time, being invited to runway shows and vip after parties because your best friend is one of the most famous and iconic fashion designers in the world, having rich sleepovers with your best friend in paris after shopping with the widest budget ever during the whole evening in paris, living peacefully in your main house full of jazz and classical music but also having one or two more houses in beautiful landscape places, and also just some two apartments in big important cities simply because its more practical for when you go there casually, taking your children everywhere and showing them the world is a big place with big opportunities, having the money to make them happy but raising them in a thoughtful responsible way, being the overdressed chic rich mom who’s always put together. <3
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10-Step Korean Skincare Routine: A Deep Dive
Korean skincare, known for its comprehensive and often transformative effects, has been the buzzword in the global beauty sphere. Boasting a 10-step regimen, K-beauty is more than just a ritual; it's a testament to the meticulous care Koreans give to their skin. With each step crafted to cater to a specific need, this routine aims to provide thorough care, yielding coveted glass skin. Let's venture into this regime, offering not just explanations but also statistical validations.
1. Oil-Based Cleanser
Initiating the process is the oil-based cleanser, a hero in removing stubborn, oil-based residues. Makeup, SPF, and even the relentless sebum produced by your skin is no match for these cleansers. According to Statista, oil cleansers saw a 30% surge in sales in 2020, indicating their popularity.
Suggestion: Explore Some Popular Cleansers on Aigoo to find your ideal match. Gentle circular motions will ensure makeup and grime melt away.
2. Water-Based Cleanser
The follow-up with a water-based cleanser ensures every trace of dirt and sweat is gone. Did you know? A survey by the Dermatology Research and Practice indicated that 70% of skin issues arise due to improper cleansing. This step guarantees a pristine base.
Suggestion: Choose sulfate-free cleansers to maintain your skin's natural moisture.
3. Exfoliation
Shedding away the dead skin cells to reveal a brighter complexion is the mission here. Allure magazine stated in a 2019 report that regular exfoliation can enhance skin luminosity by 20%. Dive into Some Popular Exfoliators from Aigoo to unveil a refreshed skin.
Suggestion: Limit to 2-3 times weekly. Excessive exfoliation can be counterproductive.
4. Toner
A toner's task is two-fold: re-balance skin pH and enhance hydration. A report by the Korean Dermatological Association linked balanced skin pH with reduced acne occurrence.
Suggestion: Dive into Aigoo's curated list of Some Popular Toners and find the perfect fit for your skin.
5. Essence
Essences, the lightweight serums, infuse your skin with hydration and active ingredients. A Pew Research study highlighted the booming essence market in Asia, underscoring its significance.
Suggestion: Explore Some Popular Essence from Aigoo and embrace the hydration magic.
6. Treatments (Serums & Ampoules)
Targeting specific issues from dark spots to fine lines, these potent solutions are crucial. Serums generally offer higher active ingredient concentrations. Ampoules, on the other hand, are like supercharged serums with even more potency. Statista recorded a 25% increase in serum and ampoule sales last year, marking their soaring demand.
Suggestion: Discover the vast range of Some Popular Serums and Ampoules on Aigoo.
7. Sheet Masks
The heart of K-beauty, sheet masks, saturated in nurturing serums, are a spa in a packet. As per the Korean Journal of Aesthetic Cosmetology, regular masking can amplify skin hydration levels by up to 40%.
Suggestion: Aigoo's collection of Some Popular Sheet Masks offers a plethora of choices to suit various skin needs.
8. Eye Cream
Addressing the fragile skin around the eyes, eye creams tackle dark circles, wrinkles, and puffiness. An article by Harper's Bazaar claimed that the right eye cream could cut down the appearance of fine lines by nearly 25%.
Suggestion: Apply using your ring finger for gentle care.
9. Moisturizer
Sealing all the nutrients and hydration, moisturizers are quintessential. According to the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, regular moisturizing can prevent early signs of aging.
Suggestion: Browse Aigoo's Some Popular Moisturizer range to find your holy grail.
10. Sunscreen
Guarding against UV rays is the sunscreen's primary role. Sunscreen use not only prevents sunburn but also combats premature aging. The Skin Cancer Foundation reported that daily sunscreen application can reduce skin-aging effects by 24%.
Suggestion: Reapply every two hours, especially if outdoors.
In Summary
The 10-step Korean skincare routine stands as a testament to holistic skincare, targeting every conceivable skin need. While its intricacy might seem daunting, the results, as vouched for by millions, are undeniably exceptional. With the curated product lists from Aigoo, your initiation into the K-beauty world becomes seamless. Remember, consistency is the key. Embrace the routine and watch your skin thank you in radiance.
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At Lullaby Lou, they have worked hard to create a successful range of safe and natural body care products that deliver exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals. Their mum and baby range inspires and invites mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies. With a shared passion for natural products and supporting pregnant women and mums with their fresh approach to body care, Andrea and Moira have worked together to create an effective range with their unique blends. Here they talk to The Natural Parent Magazine about the innovation behind Lullaby Lou, the pros and cons of running their own business, and their hopes and dreams for the future.The innovation: What was the biggest breakthrough for you with your business? Meeting Moira while convalescing from a torn tendon and broken ankle – and finding another person passionate about products to use to enable safe and calm pregnancies – was a godsend.Our weekly restorative massage sessions quickly turned into weekly meetings to develop Lullaby Lou. Moira left her corporate job in 2019 to study massage therapy and she is now a qualified massage practitioner, specialising in pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage. She continued her studies and gained her Doula qualification. Working with mums-to-be and mums, on a daily basis, she understands their wants and needs in regards to safe and natural products. In addition, she offers in-studio pamper sessions and spa treatments. Calm and relaxed mums make calm and relaxed babies 😊Andrea started nectar body and bath nearly fifteen years ago, initially to make natural soaps for her son who had suffered eczema for years and realised handmade soaps relieved it for him. Family and friends quickly cottoned on to the benefits and results and wanted some for their families. After years of running nectar as a side hustle, Andrea closed her interior design business to run nectar fulltime and develop a successful and sought-after natural bodycare range.We have worked hard for two years building on nectar’s original Mum and Baby range and rebranding it to inspire and invite mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies.“I had already been formulating and selling a proprietary blend of all-natural, sustainable ingredients that spoke of safety and purity in nectar’s Mum and Baby products. This breakthrough wasn’t just about creating unique formulas – it was about setting a new standard in the industry and a fresh approach to the whole range with Moira’s valuable input”. We began with extensive research and experimentation to find the perfect balance of ingredients that offered not only superior skincare benefits but also provided a premium treat for pre- and postnatal mums and babies. After numerous trials and adjustments, we have succeeded in formulating a product line that delivers exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals.This innovation was necessary for several reasons:Product Differentiation: Our unique blends set us apart from competitors and helped us establish a distinct position in the market. It showcases our ability to innovate while aligning with our natural and safe ethics. We feel we have succeeded in presenting our products to be the premium brand in NZ and elsewhere – a brand that any grandmother or mother or friend would be proud to gift in order to really treat their loved one during their pregnancy and beyond.Customer Trust and Loyalty: Customers notice a real difference in their skin, which reinforces their trust in our brand and encourages repeat purchases.Sustainable Practices: By incorporating sustainable sourcing and production methods, we have aligned with our values and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. Where we can, we always favour NZ native oils and extracts which are prepared either by us or trusted associated suppliers.Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?Balancing work and family requires flexibility, and a deep understanding of what truly matters. ‘Choose your battles’ is a great saying!We are both mothers with older children so you could say we have balance down to a tee and can manage businesses and family with our hands tied behind our backs. Both of our younger boys who still reside at home are so valued by us – especially when we have to move heavy stock!We both try to make time for self-care activities that help to recharge us – whether it’s exercise or catching up with friends. We both live five minutes from the beach, which is where you will find us taking time out when needed with the family dog or just sitting under the Pohutukawas and staring off to sea, decompressing.Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is key. Choose your hard, take a deep breath and sort it out!The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?Formulation Challenges: Developing effective and safe natural bodycare products requires extensive R & D along with clinical trials. Many natural ingredients have distinct properties, and finding combinations that work well together while delivering the desired results takes a fair amount of trial and error. Testing, testing and more testing until…Supply Chain/Sourcing: Sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients consistently poses a challenge. Over the years of being in business, we have personally experienced too much inferior quality, design and functionality – and add to that many changes to shipping protocols and timings. We have spent a long time building reliable relationships with trusted suppliers and diversifying sources, which has helped to stabilise our supply chain and ensure product consistency.Regulatory Compliance: Regulations and certifications for natural and organic products is daunting for a lot of smaller businesses. Ensuring that all products meet safety standards, adhere to labelling requirements and achieve necessary certifications demands meticulous attention to detail and ongoing education about regulatory changes. It’s a lot 😊Market Penetration: Establishing a foothold in a highly competitive market was another significant challenge. Obviously the Covid years presented a huge disruption, time and again for smaller businesses. In addition to the market being flooded with newly unemployed startups diluting our efforts! Breaking through the noise and building brand recognition required strategic marketing, effective communication of our unique value points, and a very strong focus on customer satisfaction. Engaging with potential customers through local markets, our website and socials, and collaborations with like-minded businesses has helped us gain traction. We welcome conversation directly with our customers and love to help when they ask for advice and information.Each challenge presented an opportunity for growth and learning. By staying resilient, seeking solutions, and adapting to changing circumstances, we have been able to overcome these obstacles and drive the business forward. These experiences have not only strengthened the business but also deepened our commitment to Lullaby Lou, our loyal customers and its future success.See next page for more… Source link
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At Lullaby Lou, they have worked hard to create a successful range of safe and natural body care products that deliver exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals. Their mum and baby range inspires and invites mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies. With a shared passion for natural products and supporting pregnant women and mums with their fresh approach to body care, Andrea and Moira have worked together to create an effective range with their unique blends. Here they talk to The Natural Parent Magazine about the innovation behind Lullaby Lou, the pros and cons of running their own business, and their hopes and dreams for the future.The innovation: What was the biggest breakthrough for you with your business? Meeting Moira while convalescing from a torn tendon and broken ankle – and finding another person passionate about products to use to enable safe and calm pregnancies – was a godsend.Our weekly restorative massage sessions quickly turned into weekly meetings to develop Lullaby Lou. Moira left her corporate job in 2019 to study massage therapy and she is now a qualified massage practitioner, specialising in pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage. She continued her studies and gained her Doula qualification. Working with mums-to-be and mums, on a daily basis, she understands their wants and needs in regards to safe and natural products. In addition, she offers in-studio pamper sessions and spa treatments. Calm and relaxed mums make calm and relaxed babies 😊Andrea started nectar body and bath nearly fifteen years ago, initially to make natural soaps for her son who had suffered eczema for years and realised handmade soaps relieved it for him. Family and friends quickly cottoned on to the benefits and results and wanted some for their families. After years of running nectar as a side hustle, Andrea closed her interior design business to run nectar fulltime and develop a successful and sought-after natural bodycare range.We have worked hard for two years building on nectar’s original Mum and Baby range and rebranding it to inspire and invite mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies.“I had already been formulating and selling a proprietary blend of all-natural, sustainable ingredients that spoke of safety and purity in nectar’s Mum and Baby products. This breakthrough wasn’t just about creating unique formulas – it was about setting a new standard in the industry and a fresh approach to the whole range with Moira’s valuable input”. We began with extensive research and experimentation to find the perfect balance of ingredients that offered not only superior skincare benefits but also provided a premium treat for pre- and postnatal mums and babies. After numerous trials and adjustments, we have succeeded in formulating a product line that delivers exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals.This innovation was necessary for several reasons:Product Differentiation: Our unique blends set us apart from competitors and helped us establish a distinct position in the market. It showcases our ability to innovate while aligning with our natural and safe ethics. We feel we have succeeded in presenting our products to be the premium brand in NZ and elsewhere – a brand that any grandmother or mother or friend would be proud to gift in order to really treat their loved one during their pregnancy and beyond.Customer Trust and Loyalty: Customers notice a real difference in their skin, which reinforces their trust in our brand and encourages repeat purchases.Sustainable Practices: By incorporating sustainable sourcing and production methods, we have aligned with our values and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. Where we can, we always favour NZ native oils and extracts which are prepared either by us or trusted associated suppliers.Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?Balancing work and family requires flexibility, and a deep understanding of what truly matters. ‘Choose your battles’ is a great saying!We are both mothers with older children so you could say we have balance down to a tee and can manage businesses and family with our hands tied behind our backs. Both of our younger boys who still reside at home are so valued by us – especially when we have to move heavy stock!We both try to make time for self-care activities that help to recharge us – whether it’s exercise or catching up with friends. We both live five minutes from the beach, which is where you will find us taking time out when needed with the family dog or just sitting under the Pohutukawas and staring off to sea, decompressing.Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is key. Choose your hard, take a deep breath and sort it out!The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?Formulation Challenges: Developing effective and safe natural bodycare products requires extensive R & D along with clinical trials. Many natural ingredients have distinct properties, and finding combinations that work well together while delivering the desired results takes a fair amount of trial and error. Testing, testing and more testing until…Supply Chain/Sourcing: Sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients consistently poses a challenge. Over the years of being in business, we have personally experienced too much inferior quality, design and functionality – and add to that many changes to shipping protocols and timings. We have spent a long time building reliable relationships with trusted suppliers and diversifying sources, which has helped to stabilise our supply chain and ensure product consistency.Regulatory Compliance: Regulations and certifications for natural and organic products is daunting for a lot of smaller businesses. Ensuring that all products meet safety standards, adhere to labelling requirements and achieve necessary certifications demands meticulous attention to detail and ongoing education about regulatory changes. It’s a lot 😊Market Penetration: Establishing a foothold in a highly competitive market was another significant challenge. Obviously the Covid years presented a huge disruption, time and again for smaller businesses. In addition to the market being flooded with newly unemployed startups diluting our efforts! Breaking through the noise and building brand recognition required strategic marketing, effective communication of our unique value points, and a very strong focus on customer satisfaction. Engaging with potential customers through local markets, our website and socials, and collaborations with like-minded businesses has helped us gain traction. We welcome conversation directly with our customers and love to help when they ask for advice and information.Each challenge presented an opportunity for growth and learning. By staying resilient, seeking solutions, and adapting to changing circumstances, we have been able to overcome these obstacles and drive the business forward. These experiences have not only strengthened the business but also deepened our commitment to Lullaby Lou, our loyal customers and its future success.See next page for more… Source link
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At Lullaby Lou, they have worked hard to create a successful range of safe and natural body care products that deliver exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals. Their mum and baby range inspires and invites mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies. With a shared passion for natural products and supporting pregnant women and mums with their fresh approach to body care, Andrea and Moira have worked together to create an effective range with their unique blends. Here they talk to The Natural Parent Magazine about the innovation behind Lullaby Lou, the pros and cons of running their own business, and their hopes and dreams for the future.The innovation: What was the biggest breakthrough for you with your business? Meeting Moira while convalescing from a torn tendon and broken ankle – and finding another person passionate about products to use to enable safe and calm pregnancies – was a godsend.Our weekly restorative massage sessions quickly turned into weekly meetings to develop Lullaby Lou. Moira left her corporate job in 2019 to study massage therapy and she is now a qualified massage practitioner, specialising in pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage. She continued her studies and gained her Doula qualification. Working with mums-to-be and mums, on a daily basis, she understands their wants and needs in regards to safe and natural products. In addition, she offers in-studio pamper sessions and spa treatments. Calm and relaxed mums make calm and relaxed babies 😊Andrea started nectar body and bath nearly fifteen years ago, initially to make natural soaps for her son who had suffered eczema for years and realised handmade soaps relieved it for him. Family and friends quickly cottoned on to the benefits and results and wanted some for their families. After years of running nectar as a side hustle, Andrea closed her interior design business to run nectar fulltime and develop a successful and sought-after natural bodycare range.We have worked hard for two years building on nectar’s original Mum and Baby range and rebranding it to inspire and invite mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies.“I had already been formulating and selling a proprietary blend of all-natural, sustainable ingredients that spoke of safety and purity in nectar’s Mum and Baby products. This breakthrough wasn’t just about creating unique formulas – it was about setting a new standard in the industry and a fresh approach to the whole range with Moira’s valuable input”. We began with extensive research and experimentation to find the perfect balance of ingredients that offered not only superior skincare benefits but also provided a premium treat for pre- and postnatal mums and babies. After numerous trials and adjustments, we have succeeded in formulating a product line that delivers exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals.This innovation was necessary for several reasons:Product Differentiation: Our unique blends set us apart from competitors and helped us establish a distinct position in the market. It showcases our ability to innovate while aligning with our natural and safe ethics. We feel we have succeeded in presenting our products to be the premium brand in NZ and elsewhere – a brand that any grandmother or mother or friend would be proud to gift in order to really treat their loved one during their pregnancy and beyond.Customer Trust and Loyalty: Customers notice a real difference in their skin, which reinforces their trust in our brand and encourages repeat purchases.Sustainable Practices: By incorporating sustainable sourcing and production methods, we have aligned with our values and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. Where we can, we always favour NZ native oils and extracts which are prepared either by us or trusted associated suppliers.Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?Balancing work and family requires flexibility, and a deep understanding of what truly matters. ‘Choose your battles’ is a great saying!We are both mothers with older children so you could say we have balance down to a tee and can manage businesses and family with our hands tied behind our backs. Both of our younger boys who still reside at home are so valued by us – especially when we have to move heavy stock!We both try to make time for self-care activities that help to recharge us – whether it’s exercise or catching up with friends. We both live five minutes from the beach, which is where you will find us taking time out when needed with the family dog or just sitting under the Pohutukawas and staring off to sea, decompressing.Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is key. Choose your hard, take a deep breath and sort it out!The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?Formulation Challenges: Developing effective and safe natural bodycare products requires extensive R & D along with clinical trials. Many natural ingredients have distinct properties, and finding combinations that work well together while delivering the desired results takes a fair amount of trial and error. Testing, testing and more testing until…Supply Chain/Sourcing: Sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients consistently poses a challenge. Over the years of being in business, we have personally experienced too much inferior quality, design and functionality – and add to that many changes to shipping protocols and timings. We have spent a long time building reliable relationships with trusted suppliers and diversifying sources, which has helped to stabilise our supply chain and ensure product consistency.Regulatory Compliance: Regulations and certifications for natural and organic products is daunting for a lot of smaller businesses. Ensuring that all products meet safety standards, adhere to labelling requirements and achieve necessary certifications demands meticulous attention to detail and ongoing education about regulatory changes. It’s a lot 😊Market Penetration: Establishing a foothold in a highly competitive market was another significant challenge. Obviously the Covid years presented a huge disruption, time and again for smaller businesses. In addition to the market being flooded with newly unemployed startups diluting our efforts! Breaking through the noise and building brand recognition required strategic marketing, effective communication of our unique value points, and a very strong focus on customer satisfaction. Engaging with potential customers through local markets, our website and socials, and collaborations with like-minded businesses has helped us gain traction. We welcome conversation directly with our customers and love to help when they ask for advice and information.Each challenge presented an opportunity for growth and learning. By staying resilient, seeking solutions, and adapting to changing circumstances, we have been able to overcome these obstacles and drive the business forward. These experiences have not only strengthened the business but also deepened our commitment to Lullaby Lou, our loyal customers and its future success.See next page for more… Source link
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At Lullaby Lou, they have worked hard to create a successful range of safe and natural body care products that deliver exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals. Their mum and baby range inspires and invites mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies. With a shared passion for natural products and supporting pregnant women and mums with their fresh approach to body care, Andrea and Moira have worked together to create an effective range with their unique blends. Here they talk to The Natural Parent Magazine about the innovation behind Lullaby Lou, the pros and cons of running their own business, and their hopes and dreams for the future.The innovation: What was the biggest breakthrough for you with your business? Meeting Moira while convalescing from a torn tendon and broken ankle – and finding another person passionate about products to use to enable safe and calm pregnancies – was a godsend.Our weekly restorative massage sessions quickly turned into weekly meetings to develop Lullaby Lou. Moira left her corporate job in 2019 to study massage therapy and she is now a qualified massage practitioner, specialising in pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage. She continued her studies and gained her Doula qualification. Working with mums-to-be and mums, on a daily basis, she understands their wants and needs in regards to safe and natural products. In addition, she offers in-studio pamper sessions and spa treatments. Calm and relaxed mums make calm and relaxed babies 😊Andrea started nectar body and bath nearly fifteen years ago, initially to make natural soaps for her son who had suffered eczema for years and realised handmade soaps relieved it for him. Family and friends quickly cottoned on to the benefits and results and wanted some for their families. After years of running nectar as a side hustle, Andrea closed her interior design business to run nectar fulltime and develop a successful and sought-after natural bodycare range.We have worked hard for two years building on nectar’s original Mum and Baby range and rebranding it to inspire and invite mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies.“I had already been formulating and selling a proprietary blend of all-natural, sustainable ingredients that spoke of safety and purity in nectar’s Mum and Baby products. This breakthrough wasn’t just about creating unique formulas – it was about setting a new standard in the industry and a fresh approach to the whole range with Moira’s valuable input”. We began with extensive research and experimentation to find the perfect balance of ingredients that offered not only superior skincare benefits but also provided a premium treat for pre- and postnatal mums and babies. After numerous trials and adjustments, we have succeeded in formulating a product line that delivers exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals.This innovation was necessary for several reasons:Product Differentiation: Our unique blends set us apart from competitors and helped us establish a distinct position in the market. It showcases our ability to innovate while aligning with our natural and safe ethics. We feel we have succeeded in presenting our products to be the premium brand in NZ and elsewhere – a brand that any grandmother or mother or friend would be proud to gift in order to really treat their loved one during their pregnancy and beyond.Customer Trust and Loyalty: Customers notice a real difference in their skin, which reinforces their trust in our brand and encourages repeat purchases.Sustainable Practices: By incorporating sustainable sourcing and production methods, we have aligned with our values and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. Where we can, we always favour NZ native oils and extracts which are prepared either by us or trusted associated suppliers.Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?Balancing work and family requires flexibility, and a deep understanding of what truly matters. ‘Choose your battles’ is a great saying!We are both mothers with older children so you could say we have balance down to a tee and can manage businesses and family with our hands tied behind our backs. Both of our younger boys who still reside at home are so valued by us – especially when we have to move heavy stock!We both try to make time for self-care activities that help to recharge us – whether it’s exercise or catching up with friends. We both live five minutes from the beach, which is where you will find us taking time out when needed with the family dog or just sitting under the Pohutukawas and staring off to sea, decompressing.Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is key. Choose your hard, take a deep breath and sort it out!The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?Formulation Challenges: Developing effective and safe natural bodycare products requires extensive R & D along with clinical trials. Many natural ingredients have distinct properties, and finding combinations that work well together while delivering the desired results takes a fair amount of trial and error. Testing, testing and more testing until…Supply Chain/Sourcing: Sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients consistently poses a challenge. Over the years of being in business, we have personally experienced too much inferior quality, design and functionality – and add to that many changes to shipping protocols and timings. We have spent a long time building reliable relationships with trusted suppliers and diversifying sources, which has helped to stabilise our supply chain and ensure product consistency.Regulatory Compliance: Regulations and certifications for natural and organic products is daunting for a lot of smaller businesses. Ensuring that all products meet safety standards, adhere to labelling requirements and achieve necessary certifications demands meticulous attention to detail and ongoing education about regulatory changes. It’s a lot 😊Market Penetration: Establishing a foothold in a highly competitive market was another significant challenge. Obviously the Covid years presented a huge disruption, time and again for smaller businesses. In addition to the market being flooded with newly unemployed startups diluting our efforts! Breaking through the noise and building brand recognition required strategic marketing, effective communication of our unique value points, and a very strong focus on customer satisfaction. Engaging with potential customers through local markets, our website and socials, and collaborations with like-minded businesses has helped us gain traction. We welcome conversation directly with our customers and love to help when they ask for advice and information.Each challenge presented an opportunity for growth and learning. By staying resilient, seeking solutions, and adapting to changing circumstances, we have been able to overcome these obstacles and drive the business forward. These experiences have not only strengthened the business but also deepened our commitment to Lullaby Lou, our loyal customers and its future success.See next page for more… Source link
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At Lullaby Lou, they have worked hard to create a successful range of safe and natural body care products that deliver exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals. Their mum and baby range inspires and invites mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies. With a shared passion for natural products and supporting pregnant women and mums with their fresh approach to body care, Andrea and Moira have worked together to create an effective range with their unique blends. Here they talk to The Natural Parent Magazine about the innovation behind Lullaby Lou, the pros and cons of running their own business, and their hopes and dreams for the future.The innovation: What was the biggest breakthrough for you with your business? Meeting Moira while convalescing from a torn tendon and broken ankle – and finding another person passionate about products to use to enable safe and calm pregnancies – was a godsend.Our weekly restorative massage sessions quickly turned into weekly meetings to develop Lullaby Lou. Moira left her corporate job in 2019 to study massage therapy and she is now a qualified massage practitioner, specialising in pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage. She continued her studies and gained her Doula qualification. Working with mums-to-be and mums, on a daily basis, she understands their wants and needs in regards to safe and natural products. In addition, she offers in-studio pamper sessions and spa treatments. Calm and relaxed mums make calm and relaxed babies 😊Andrea started nectar body and bath nearly fifteen years ago, initially to make natural soaps for her son who had suffered eczema for years and realised handmade soaps relieved it for him. Family and friends quickly cottoned on to the benefits and results and wanted some for their families. After years of running nectar as a side hustle, Andrea closed her interior design business to run nectar fulltime and develop a successful and sought-after natural bodycare range.We have worked hard for two years building on nectar’s original Mum and Baby range and rebranding it to inspire and invite mums-to-be and their families to really ponder on the efficacy and safety in the bodycare they use on their own bodies and their babies.“I had already been formulating and selling a proprietary blend of all-natural, sustainable ingredients that spoke of safety and purity in nectar’s Mum and Baby products. This breakthrough wasn’t just about creating unique formulas – it was about setting a new standard in the industry and a fresh approach to the whole range with Moira’s valuable input”. We began with extensive research and experimentation to find the perfect balance of ingredients that offered not only superior skincare benefits but also provided a premium treat for pre- and postnatal mums and babies. After numerous trials and adjustments, we have succeeded in formulating a product line that delivers exceptional results without relying on synthetic additives or harsh chemicals.This innovation was necessary for several reasons:Product Differentiation: Our unique blends set us apart from competitors and helped us establish a distinct position in the market. It showcases our ability to innovate while aligning with our natural and safe ethics. We feel we have succeeded in presenting our products to be the premium brand in NZ and elsewhere – a brand that any grandmother or mother or friend would be proud to gift in order to really treat their loved one during their pregnancy and beyond.Customer Trust and Loyalty: Customers notice a real difference in their skin, which reinforces their trust in our brand and encourages repeat purchases.Sustainable Practices: By incorporating sustainable sourcing and production methods, we have aligned with our values and appeal to environmentally-conscious consumers. Where we can, we always favour NZ native oils and extracts which are prepared either by us or trusted associated suppliers.Yin and Yang: How do you balance work and family?Balancing work and family requires flexibility, and a deep understanding of what truly matters. ‘Choose your battles’ is a great saying!We are both mothers with older children so you could say we have balance down to a tee and can manage businesses and family with our hands tied behind our backs. Both of our younger boys who still reside at home are so valued by us – especially when we have to move heavy stock!We both try to make time for self-care activities that help to recharge us – whether it’s exercise or catching up with friends. We both live five minutes from the beach, which is where you will find us taking time out when needed with the family dog or just sitting under the Pohutukawas and staring off to sea, decompressing.Life is unpredictable, and flexibility is key. Choose your hard, take a deep breath and sort it out!The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?Formulation Challenges: Developing effective and safe natural bodycare products requires extensive R & D along with clinical trials. Many natural ingredients have distinct properties, and finding combinations that work well together while delivering the desired results takes a fair amount of trial and error. Testing, testing and more testing until…Supply Chain/Sourcing: Sourcing high-quality, sustainable ingredients consistently poses a challenge. Over the years of being in business, we have personally experienced too much inferior quality, design and functionality – and add to that many changes to shipping protocols and timings. We have spent a long time building reliable relationships with trusted suppliers and diversifying sources, which has helped to stabilise our supply chain and ensure product consistency.Regulatory Compliance: Regulations and certifications for natural and organic products is daunting for a lot of smaller businesses. Ensuring that all products meet safety standards, adhere to labelling requirements and achieve necessary certifications demands meticulous attention to detail and ongoing education about regulatory changes. It’s a lot 😊Market Penetration: Establishing a foothold in a highly competitive market was another significant challenge. Obviously the Covid years presented a huge disruption, time and again for smaller businesses. In addition to the market being flooded with newly unemployed startups diluting our efforts! Breaking through the noise and building brand recognition required strategic marketing, effective communication of our unique value points, and a very strong focus on customer satisfaction. Engaging with potential customers through local markets, our website and socials, and collaborations with like-minded businesses has helped us gain traction. We welcome conversation directly with our customers and love to help when they ask for advice and information.Each challenge presented an opportunity for growth and learning. By staying resilient, seeking solutions, and adapting to changing circumstances, we have been able to overcome these obstacles and drive the business forward. These experiences have not only strengthened the business but also deepened our commitment to Lullaby Lou, our loyal customers and its future success.See next page for more… Source link
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A poem by Robert Fergusson
The Daft-Days
Now mirk December’s dowie face Glowrs owr the rigs wi sour grimace, While, thro’ his minimum of space, The bleer-ey’d sun, Wi blinkin light and stealing pace, His race doth run.
From naked groves nae birdie sings, To shepherd’s pipe nae hillock rings, The breeze nae od’rous flavour brings From Borean cave, And dwyning nature droops her wings, Wi visage grave.
Mankind but scanty pleasure glean Frae snawy hill or barren plain, Whan winter, ‘midst his nipping train, Wi frozen spear, Sends drift owr a’ his bleak domain, And guides the weir.
Auld Reikie! thou’rt the canty hole, A bield for many caldrife soul, Wha snugly at thine ingle loll, Baith warm and couth, While round they gar the bicker roll To weet their mouth.
When merry Yule-day comes, I trou, You’ll scantlins find a hungry mou; Sma are our cares, our stamacks fou O’ gusty gear, And kickshaws, strangers to our view, Sin fairn-year.
Ye browster wives, now busk ye braw, And fling your sorrows far awa; Then come and gie’s the tither blaw Of reaming ale, Mair precious than the well of Spa, Our hearts to heal.
Then, tho’ at odds wi a’ the warl’, Amang oursels we’ll never quarrel; Tho’ Discord gie a canker’d snarl To spoil our glee, As lang’s there’s pith into the barrel We’ll drink and ‘gree.
Fidlers, your pins in temper fix, And roset weel your fiddle-sticks; But banish vile Italian tricks Frae out your quorum, Not fortes wi pianos mix – Gie’s Tulloch Gorum.
For nought can cheer the heart sae weel As can a canty Highland reel; It even vivifies the heel To skip and dance: Lifeless is he wha canna feel Its influence.
Let mirth abound, let social cheer Invest the dawning of the year; Let blithesome innocence appear To crown our joy; Nor envy wi sarcastic sneer Our bliss destroy.
And thou, great god of Aqua Vitae! Wha sways the empire of this city, When fou we’re sometimes capernoity, Be thou prepar’d To hedge us frae that black banditti, The City Guard.
Robert Fergusson (1750 - 1774)
Glossary
daft days: Christmas, New Year's Day, and the first Monday of the year, kept as a time of gaiety. Daft. Merry, foolish.
mirk: Dark dowie: Dull rigs: Ridges dwyning: Fading, withering weir: War Auld Reikie: Edinburgh canty: Cheerful bield: Shelter cauldrife: Dejected ingle: Fire burning on the hearth couth: Sociable gar: Make bicker: A wooden dish scantlins: Scarcely mou: Mouth gusty gear: Pleasing food kickshaws: Fancy dishes in cookery sin' fairn-year: Since last year browster: Brewer busk ye bra; Dress yourselves handsomely reaming: Foaming Well of Spa: Mineral springs in Belgium roset: Put resin on fortes wi' pianos: Loud with soft passages Give us Tulloch Gorum: (a song by John Skinner) Aqua Vitae: Brandy or other spirits capernoity: Bad-tempered
NOTE: On 2 January 1772, Fergusson’s ‘The Daft Days’ was published in The Weekly Magazine. The poem was a pioneering contribution, being the first piece in Scots ever to be published in the periodical. Concerning the ‘daft days’ of Edinburgh’s Christmastime celebrations, the poem glorifies the Scots tradition of festivity. While retaining classical elements, ‘The Daft Days’ is categorically Scots, both in its language and its use of the renowned Standard Habbie stanza. As well as this Scottish emphasis, the scene described in ‘The Daft Days’ particularly belongs to Edinburgh or, more precisely ‘Auld Reikie’, the vernacular term for the Old Town. Auld Reikie is described as ‘the canty hole’, a comforting ‘bield for mony caldrife soul’. In this poem, and in others such as ‘The King’s Birth-day in Edinburgh’, ‘Hallow Fair’, ‘To the Tron Kirk Bell’ (all 1772) and ‘Mutual Complaint of Plainstanes and Causey’ (1773), Fergusson demonstrates his Scots credentials, and his place as the ‘laureate’ of Auld Reikie. (From the BBC Profile of Robert Fergusson)
Image: Auld Reekie At Sunset © Colin Myers Photography 2023
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Writing practice 8! A different point of view
This includes our last honorable mention species, Swans! I decided to borrow from a previous work (found here ) and show an interaction from her side.
Shelly frowned as she double checked the appointment books. Blanche was a ruthless boss, the sharp put together rat insisted on having a copy made of the appointment document three times a day, before open, at noon, and right before close. The rat was meticulous about book keeping and tracking, and beyond paranoid that something could be missed, despite the end of day audits of all the appointments that had been done.
Despite the extra extraneous work however, working at Spa Corps et Espirit was a huge accomplishment. While she was only a secretary on paper, Blanche had already promised to move her into a hairdresser assistant before the summer. Her grades in cosmetology school, and the job giving her an in where others would have to prove themselves in the fifteen dollar hair salons first.
Report finished she pulled out the book she’d found on the table in the break room a few days ago, ‘Stylish Preening’. Blanche encouraged extra education and kept fashion magazines and new and old textbooks and instructionals in the back to be perused at convenience. Take enough of an interest in something and Blanche would set you up with a plan to get it added to the skills you could do and sell, which lead to a bigger paycheck.
The spa and salon worked on a performance basis for a paycheck. You had a guaranteed amount based on a minimum level of work or maintenance tasks, and then an added performance level for tasks above and beyond, or client specific work. Shelly earned hers by submitting her exam and semester grades, and writing reports about any reading she did in her down time (and bonus points if it was also submitted to her cosmetology school; Blanche rewarded smart thinking).
Hence reading on the job. Stylish Preening was a how-to book on preening and preening services written for mammals and non-feathered reptilian stylists. For most clients a preening consult resulted in a cool water spray bath, spritzes with special oils or detergents, skin scrubbing and allowing the client to preen themselves without having to engage their hands. The book however listed how to use special brushes or how to help remove pin feathers for clients needing help, It explained how to lay feathers to achieve certain looks, how to safely dye feathers, and even a special part dedicated to unique feather types.
Shelly, being a swan, felt that it was about time someone started paying attention to what bird clients needed. While many mammals did trust bird stylists, many people didn’t know what to do once a bird was on the chair as opposed to holding the scissors. Maybe if she could extend her talent into feather keeping as well she could start off with a higher salary then most beginning ‘hair’ stylists.
She took notes in a small leather notebook. Desperately she tried to pin out the most important points to write down. It helped her remember the key areas or allowed for quick referencing for when she actually got asked questions.
Her studying was interrupted by the phone ringing. She pinched her bill before picking up the receiver, annoyed at being interrupted from her studying. She hoped Blanche would move her into a training position soon, she hated answering dumb questions asked the same time each week by the same rich old ladies who came in weekly to get their hair done.
As she finished the phone call she noticed that someone had walked up to the desk. She turned and cocked her eye towards the tall horse with bulging muscles in sweats. In sweats! This was a high end spa, not the spa in a mall.
“I have an all day spa appointment,” the horse told her, holding out a printed version of the email. She turned her head at it, wondering if someone had tried to set up fake confirmations so people could get services for free, it wouldn’t be the first time she’d dealt with a scammer.
“Are you sure it was this location? Not down the road?” she deadpanned making no effort to grab the paper. Maybe this horse would get the message and turn around and go to one of the walk in spas.
“No, I’m a regular,” the horse said, pushing the paper in her direction. Classic scam behavior if she ever saw one. If the horse really wanted to seem authentic then she should have come in designer clothing.
Shelly glared at the mare, waiting for her to realize the jig is up and leave. She opened her mouth to retort back when she was interrupted, “Anastasia! Oh, I’m so glad you’re here, beautiful!” Shelly turned to see Oliver, the Lisa Frank dyed Poodle, come sashaying out o f the back.
“Having issues getting checked in?” Oliver addressed the mare, ignoring Shelly.
“She won’t take my confirmation email. And I have five minutes before my first farrier appointment of the day,” the mare told the poodle, her frustration bubbling through her voice.
“Well why not?” Oliver turned toward Shelly, popping his hip for emphasis. She couldn’t believe it. Blanche had told her that there was a certain atmosphere the spa had, and that depended on a certain type of clientele. A type of clientele that the horse did not fit.
“She didn’t seem like our normal clientele,” Shelly defended herself, “I mean she’s here in sweats,” she hissed the last word.
“Sweats? Sweats? Do you need your eyes checked,” Oliver exclaimed, “She’s obviously wearing athleisure,”he corrected with a frown, “And of course Anastasia isn’t like our normal clientele, she’s an athlete! Now get her checked in so that I can plan her coat and mane treatments, or I’ll tell Blanche you’re scaring away my favorite customer.”
Shelly glared at Oliver nodding before she took the confirmation and double checked it on the computer. Her cheeks felt hot as the mare’s appointments came up on the screen. “You’re all checked in. It's straight back to the farrier’s forge.”
As the mare left Oliver turned and chastised Shelly further, “Look I know you got this job partially because you are doing so well at your cosmetology school, but you need to work on your customer service skills.”
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Renew Your Hair with the Golden Power of Argan Oil: OGX Takes You There
Get ready to transform your hair into a masterpiece of radiant health and shine with OGX Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco! This potent haircare duo harnesses the legendary power of argan oil, nature's liquid gold from Morocco, to renew, strengthen, and revitalize your locks like never before.
Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco: The Star of the Show
Imagine a luxurious oil, glistening with the golden hues of the Moroccan sun. That's OGX Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco, infused with the goodness of cold-pressed argan oil, rich in vitamin E and antioxidants. This precious elixir deeply penetrates hair strands, working its magic from the inside out:
Renews and strengthens: Say goodbye to dry, brittle hair. Argan oil infuses your strands with intense nourishment, repairing damage and boosting elasticity for stronger, healthier hair.
Tames frizz and adds shine: Frizz becomes a thing of the past! Argan oil's smoothing properties leave your hair sleek and manageable, radiating with a luminous, healthy shine.
Protects against environmental aggressors: Pollution, heat styling, and UV rays can take their toll on your hair. Argan oil's antioxidant shield helps protect your locks from these damaging factors, keeping them vibrant and healthy.
OGX: A Symphony of Haircare Delights
But OGX doesn't stop at just the oil! The OGX Argan Oil collection offers a complete haircare symphony, each product infused with the same potent argan oil to complement and amplify the oil's transformative power:
Shampoos: Choose from a range of formulas for dry, damaged, color-treated, or limp hair. Gentle cleansers remove impurities without stripping your hair, leaving it feeling clean, nourished, and ready for the next step.
Conditioners: Deeply detangle and condition your hair, leaving it soft, manageable, and bursting with shine. Argan oil's nourishing properties work their magic, transforming even the most unruly locks.
Hair masks: Treat your hair to a weekly spa day with an argan oil-infused hair mask. Intensely hydrate and repair, leaving your hair feeling like silk and looking like it stepped out of a magazine.
Styling products: From serums and sprays to mousses and gels, OGX offers a range of argan oil-powered styling products to help you achieve any look you desire, all while protecting and nourishing your hair.
Unleash Your Inner Hair Goddess with OGX Argan Oil
Choosing OGX Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco and OGX Argan Oil is more than just a haircare routine; it's a journey to rediscovering your hair's true potential. Embrace the exotic allure of Morocco, indulge in the transformative power of argan oil, and watch your hair blossom into its most radiant, healthy self.
So, ditch the dull and say hello to hair that shines like the Moroccan sun. With OGX Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco and OGX Argan Oil, the key to luxurious, healthy hair is just a bottle away.Ready to embark on your haircare adventure? Explore the world of OGX Argan Oil and find the perfect products for your mane!
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