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Silver Shampoos Reviewed
This is the updated 2020 version of one of my most popular articles, discussing my favourite silver shampoos. I have tried quite a few over the years but there are now dozens on the market! I still think these ones are truly outstanding (although some repackaging has happened since I wrote this). A hairdresser who I […]
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How to make toys for your rabbits
Toymaking for Rabbits: So I’ve been reading some other rabbit sites recently, mostly trying to find out whether there’s a law in the US governing hutch size, which is the topic of a separate article. What I have noticed is there is a definite hole in the bunny-site market for a good quality, well thought […]
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[beauty] In Memory of Some Fine Lipsticks
In Memory of Some Fine Lipsticks: Sadly, I have had to throw away all of my regular use lipsticks today. It’s been a difficult decision, but one I ultimately had to stand by for my own lips. Here is a list of the casualties: Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in 117 Rose Tea […]
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What is “all natural,” and what are “chemicals?”
What is “all natural” and what are “chemicals?” I am going to discuss what these two terms ought to mean, and what they really mean. Before anyone’s all like “how surprising,” this actually is surprising to a lot of people. I have known about this issue for a very long time, because I was lucky […]
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Caring for long hair
Caring for long hair: The best advice I have ever been given about caring for long hair is this: “Treat your hair like your grandmother’s best antique lace.” Obviously we don’t want to put it in a drawer and dry it flat, or only use it at Christmas, but there is a lot of wisdom […]
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Mirabell Gardens and Palace: Breaking all the rules.
Mirabell Gardens and Palace: Breaking all the rules. It’s bad form to start at the beginning when you write a travel piece. This is the special exception: The fountain, facing away from us as we entered Mirabell Gardens, was a half naked woman who appeared to have two streams of water pointing in opposite directions […]
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[Wellness] Overview of types of milk allergy and intolerance
An overview of the different types of milk allergy and intolerance: Most people these days assume that when you say “milk allergy” you mean “lactose intolerance.” Some people know these are different, but even milk allergy/intolerance sufferers can be pressed to explain which milk ailment they’ve got. Of course, in an ideal world none of […]