If you have a fuller bust like many women then you may have problems getting bras to fit you on the high street. Or you may find bras to fit but they may be old fashioned and not pretty or stylish. Luckily things are changing and there are a few lingerie companies out there catering to the fuller busted woman. Let's have a look at one such company, called Tutti Rouge. This is an advertorial in conjunction with Tutti Rouge.

Who are Tutti Rouge?

The concept of Tutti Rouge started in 2012 with the idea of creating a sexy lingerie company for bigger busted women and in 2013 the online store was born. Their expertise is in the DD cup and above and they design wearing comfortable and sexy underwear for the gorgeously curvy women out there.

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Life comes with its pressures, taking a toll on your mental health. A mental health survey recently revealed that 74% of Brits experienced overwhelming stress in the last year that they couldn't cope with. If you wish to unwind and recharge consider taking better care of yourself mentally and physically. I know it's easier said than done but self-care is cost-effective and also reduces your stress levels. What's more, it limits your risk of depression and increases your happiness and satisfaction. So here are some practical self-care tips to consider to help combat stress with self-care.

Travelling helps you to relax and recharge your batteries for enhanced productivity. What's more, it exposes you to new experiences and cultures while increasing your happiness levels. At the moment it is difficult to travel for many of us, but travel agencies are saying people are planning for bucket list destinations for next year or the year after.  So why not decide on your dream destination for that bucket list vacation?  The act of dreaming, planning and anticipation is all part of the experience. It's as simple as drafting a budget to keep track of your spending and then putting money away regularly. If you plan this far in advance you can save yourself money and save up more.  While a solo trip would help you focus on yourself,  going with family or friends is another option to creating special memories together.  

Prioritise sleep

A lack of sleep makes you irritable, tired and unproductive during the day. Moreover, a good night's sleep reduces your risks of developing chronic diseases while keeping you in a good mood, increasing your productivity and helping you communicate better with other people. Therefore, you must take measures to ensure a good night's sleep. 

Firstly look at your sleep routine. and monitor when you fall asleep. By doing this you can look at any patterns in behaviour that could be affecting your sleep. Avoid caffeine and heavy food at night, try to exercise every day to make yourself tired (this can be as simple as walking for an hour a day) and avoid long daytime naps. At night give yourself at least an hour to wind down, turn off computers and your phone and try and relax by reading or taking a warm bath for example. Hopefully, these tips will help you sleep better. 

Pamper yourself

If you wish to relieve stress and anxiety, then you should give yourself some TLC. Not only will you help your mental health, but you'll also boost your immunity and self-esteem.  If you have the money arrange a pedicure or massage regularly. However, you don't have to spend a fortune to pamper yourself. For instance, you can take a nice bubble bath, after which you show your skin some love by using good quality moisturiser all over.  However, understanding your skin type will help you decide on the proper skincare routine to adopt. Self-care isn't selfish, so spend time pampering yourself because you deserve love too.

Don't ignore exercise or your health

Your self-care routine wouldn't be complete without exercise. Not only does it control your weight and prevent obesity, but it also helps your body manage insulin and blood sugar levels. Moreover, it improves your self-confidence and increases your longevity. Now, your workout routine doesn't have to be tedious, as you can spice it up. For instance, you can hit the gym with your friends, go to a Zumba or line dancing class or have a dance party with your family. There's no rule stopping you from inventing your workouts, so unleash your creativity. The important this is to be consistent with your workout routines to get the optimum results.

Aside from working out, you should also regularly visit your doctors. However, if you don't have doctors or a dentist yet, you can google a term like "dentist near me Kissimmee" or "physician near me", and it should provide a list of professionals that you can reach out to.

Your mental well-being determines your life’s quality, making it imperative to care for it. Hopefully, you'll consider these tips as you show yourself some love.

Do you love to travel like me? At the moment many of us are not travelling far but that means each holiday is far more precious than before. In these modern times, we often take photos that are left on our phones, maybe forgotten about. It's so easy to do this, isn't it? So what about creating some original souvenirs to remember those amazing travel experiences? Here are 5 ways of creating original travel souvenirs to remember the good times. 

Personalised stickers 

Create a photobook

Create a canvas

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So these are 5 ways of creating original travel souvenirs. Have you done any of these ideas? How do you document your travels? 

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Most of us want to have nice skin. While many of us want our bodies to be as wrinkle-free as possible, others of us want it to be protected from the environment and blemish-free. However, many of us are sabotaging our skin health in a variety of ways. Let's have a look at the ways you could be damaging your skin and what you can do to improve it.  

Spending a little time in the sun is great for restoring vitamin D levels, but more than 45 minutes and you should be covering up or slathering yourself in sunscreen. Even then, if you can avoid being in the full light of the sun, it will do your skin the world of good and help you to avoid fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots as we age. Sun exposure is one of the worst things for your skin, so be careful and consider getting your tan out of a bottle.

2. Not applying enough sunscreen

You might think you use sunscreen so you’re fine, but if you don’t apply enough of it, and you don’t keep topping it up throughout the day, those UV rays are going to wreak havoc on your skin anyway. Apply sunscreen liberally, and keep applying throughout the day if you want to avoid the tell-tale signs of sun damage. 

It's also important to use an effective face cream. Use a good Korean skincare moisturizing face cream day and night to provide deep hydration, leave your skin soft and supple, and reduce pigmentation. 

Smokers tend to look older than their non-smoking peers. This is because many of the chemicals found in cigarettes prevent the skin from getting the oxygen and nutrients it needs for that youthful radiant glow. If you smoke, wrinkles, fine lines around the lips and generally bad skin are more likely, so you might want to think about quitting or if you want to make things easy on yourself, switch to vaping instead. All you need is a vape kit including vape coil to get started, and it can also help you quit smoking for good. Don’t let smoking ruin your looks as it ruins your health!

4. Using a harsh cleanser

We all know how important cleansing is to keep our skin clean and flaw-free, but if you’re using the wrong cleanser, you could be doing more harm than good, harsh cleansers like soap can make your skin red, dry and flaky, whereas using an oil-based cleanser can lead to breakouts if you’re prone to oily skin. You may need to try a few out to see which works next for your skin, but please don’t keep using the wrong cleanser because your skin will not thank you for it!

5. Not getting enough sleep

6. Popping pimples

It can be an almost irresistible urge, but popping your pimples could be doing your skin more harm than good. Why? Because picking and popping are bad for your health. It can lead to facial scarring; it can also introduce bacteria into the area, which is only going to make the problem worse. So, resist the urge and try using a stop treatment from the pharmacy instead.

If you don’t get enough sleep, your skin doesn’t have the chance to rejuvenate and you’re more likely to wake up with dark circles, eye bags or dry skin, so make getting enough sleep a priority because beauty sleep really is a thing.

Are you damaging your skin? Here are some ideas to help you stop the damage.

Working from home, it's so tempting just to work from the sofa, isn't it? Well, that is just what I have been doing. However, if you are in the same situation as me, you may suffer from back pain with no back support. Why not look into getting an office chair so it will be more comfortable and protect your back at the same time? Lakeland Furniture contacted me recently to review one of their office chairs. This is a review in conjunction with Lakeland Furniture but all opinions are my own. 

If you are thinking of a loft conversion there may be many thoughts going through your head. Thoughts about how costly will it be, the potential value to you and your family, how much space you will get and how it will work in practice. After all, a loft conversion is a big job, but it can also have huge benefits to you and your family in the long run. Let's have a look at loft conversions in more depth and what you need to know to decide if you want one in your home.

Can your loft be used?

Firstly you need to check if your loft can be used for conversion. Most lofts can be used however if you live in a conservation area then this may not be an option. Check if you need planning permission,  most properties will not need it but it's worth checking.  You also need to look at the space in your loft, measure it and check if it is big enough for what you want.  The minimum height you need is just over 2.2 metres. A builder or a surveyor can help you check if the space you have is suitable. If you have rafters it's easier to convert than if you have truss support, but it isn't impossible.

What type of room?

A loft conversion easily lends itself to a bedroom but it is also a good idea for an office space or even a bathroom if you have the room. Consider a bath if you have low ceilings instead of a shower. It is worth considering the type of staircases for loft conversions, where the staircase will go and how much space it will take up. Whether it's a winder staircase, a wood staircase or a loft ladder Fontanot shop can help you choose the design. 

Do you have the budget? 

A loft conversion can be pricey. A very basic loft conversion starts at around £20,000 and can go up to £100,000 and beyond. You may need finance for this or a serious pot of savings. However, you can add to the value of your house if you ever come to sell if you have a loft conversion. So it's definitely a good idea and it has the added benefit of giving you an extra room to live in.

Plan out in advance

You may have low beams or a small space for the loft conversion so it's a good idea to plan out where your furniture will go in advance. Try to work around the major pieces of furniture and use the light to your best advantage, especially if you are using the loft conversion for an office. Think different types and a mix of lighting too for the best effect. You may need spotlighting and wall lighting if it's an office or more cosy lighting such as uplighters and lamps if it's a bedroom. If you have limited space, multi-functional furniture is a great idea, such as a bed with storage underneath. Make use of wall shelving to clear floor space and space in the eaves to make the area look uncluttered.

Use recommended professionals

If you are planning on using a loft conversion company to do it all for you, or you are using other professionals like a contractor or a builder try to go on personal recommendations. See if you can view work they have done before and read their reviews if you cant get recommendations from people you know. It's also important to get a contract in place so you know who is responsible for what in case anything goes wrong. 

As you can see a loft conversion can really help you make the most of your space. Let me know, would you consider a loft conversion? 

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