Tag: PRIMP

Why the Full Moon Affects Your Sleep and How to Fight It

Published on by Crystal LeeLeave a comment

If it has happened to you that on full moon days, you have a hard time sleeping, you have a little insomnia, and your sleep cycles are a disaster in general, there is a reason behind it. We share with you the causes of this phenomenon and how you can combat it.

The full moon is one of nature’s most beautiful phenomena, but sometimes, it can interfere with your sleep. Among the causes of this are: the luminosity of the moon, changes in the circadian rhythm, and ups and downs in moods and emotions.

Advertisements

Why the Full Moon Affects Your Sleep

If the weeks when there is a full moon you have noticed that your sleep is affected and you have a hard time falling asleep, you are not alone, and there are reasons.

Advertisements

The effects on your sleep can appear up to five days before the astrological phenomenon happens. To begin with, the phases of the moon affect the tide of the oceans, and this directly impacts the energy and moods of humans. You may feel a little more irritable or insecure, and therefore, it may be harder for you to fall asleep.

Then, many times the full moon can bring with it “chaotic energy”, which favors insomnia. These are times when people overthink many things and start analyzing even the smallest details of any situation.

What can I do if the full moon affects my sleep?

Moon Breathing.

Moon breathing is a very popular meditation technique that can help you fall asleep. It may sound a little crazy, but it’s effective.

It consists of covering your right nostril and only breathing through the left. Having a controlled and conscious breath has a positive effect on the nervous system. It sends signals that things are relaxed and peaceful.

Advertisements

To do this, you must sit with your back straight, close your eyes, relax your shoulders, and start with your controlled breathing. Repeat the process for a few minutes until you feel more relaxed.

Taylor Swift’s chai cookie recipe is perfect for fall

Published on by Crystal LeeLeave a comment

About six years ago, Taylor Swift posted on her Instagram the photo of one of her favorite homemade desserts, which prepared her fans for the secret sessions of 1989 and quickly became a classic. Little time passed for the swifties to start asking Taylor for the recipe for her chai cookies, and she shared it through a post on Tumblr.

Advertisements

Every year, hundreds of people try to recreate the viral recipe and even upload videos of its process to Instagram and TikTok. This 2023 is no exception, and since autumn is a perfect time for this sweet and spicy flavor, today we share how to make cookies Taylor style.

The recipe is not complicated, and today we will share it with you so you can make your version of Taylor Swift’s Chai cookies.

Taylor Swift’s Chai Cookies Recipe…

As Taylor said in a post on Tumblr, there are two ways you can recreate this recipe, easy or difficult. For the easy one, all you have to do is buy a pre-made sugar cookie dough add a tablespoon of chai powder or an envelope of chai tea, and bathe them with Taylor’s special glaze, which we will tell you how to prepare later.

However, if you are one of those who love challenges and with a great pastry spirit, you can make the dough from scratch.

Ingredients for Taylor Swift chai cookies:

  • 1/2 cup butter at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  • 1/2 cup icing sugar.
  • 1 large egg.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla.
  • 2 cups flour.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 <>/<> teaspoons ginger powder.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice (also called coarse pepper or sweet pepper).
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder.
  • 1/8 teaspoon of clove powder.
  • A pinch of ground pepper.

Do not worry if you do not find any of the spices: you can replace it with a little more cinnamon or simply eliminate it. We promise that your cookies will be delicious in any way.

Advertisements

Ingredients for the glaze:

  • 1 cup icing sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  • 3 tablespoons milk or eggnog.

How to prepare them

The original recipe and the specific preparation instructions that Taylor uses were compiled by the blog Joy the Baker and here we bring it to you.

  • Preheat the oven to 176 degrees Celsius and prepare your tray with nonstick patchpaper
  • Using a mixer equipped with a popsicle attachment, whisk the butter into a large bowl on medium speed for about 1 minute. Add the vegetable oil. It may not be fully incorporated with butter, but it’s okay.
  • Add the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, and all spices. Beat to combine.
  • Add the egg and vanilla, beating at medium speed until completely incorporated.
  • Add the flour, baking soda, and salt at once with a wooden spoon or mixer on low speed.
  • The dough will be soft. Refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  • For large cookies, place 2 tablespoons of cookie dough on the baking sheet about 5 centimeters apart. For smaller cookies, use 1 tablespoon for each cookie. Press the dough evenly with your fingers or palm until it is half a centimeter thick.
  • Roll each ball into a small bowl of cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes for larger cookies or 8 to 10 minutes for smaller cookies.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring them to the racks to cool completely.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the frosting ingredients until you get a thick but spreadable consistency. Spread the frosting in the center of each cookie, leaving the edges without frosting (they must be already cold). Sprinkle with some fresh nutmeg if you have it.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Also, you can check here Tay’s tips to make this great Christmas recipe.

What are you saying? Do you dare to try it? Remember that The bakers gonna bake bake bake bake bake!

@bakedbymelissa

Cry and eat your Taylor cookies! 🧣#alltoowell #taylorswift #redtaylorsversion #redtv #recipe #fypシ

♬ All Too Well Taylor Swift – You’re On Your Own Kid

Turn Heads With This Soft Double Winged Eyeliner Look

Published on by Crystal LeeLeave a comment

A smoky eye is our foolproof choice when we want a makeup look that accentuates our inner confidence. This soft glam effect strikes the perfect balance between sultry and playful. Recently, a new variation has emerged, adding an unexpected twist to this iconic style… Enter the double-winged eyeliner effect. Although it doesn’t take much more effort than your standard winged liner or smokey eye makeup, the outcome is truly captivating. If you’re eager to make a statement and turn heads wherever you go, perfecting the double-winged eyeliner is a must.

Advertisements

This makeup trend can be recreated with a liquid liner, a pencil, and an eyeshadow combination that is way more delicate and suitable for every day. After applying eyeshadow primer, sweep a matte brown eyeshadow all over the lids, blending up towards your crease. With a waterproof black eyeliner pencil, like SEPHORA COLLECTION Ultimate Gel Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil or KVD Beauty Tattoo Pencil Liner Waterproof Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner, you are going to carefully tightline both your upper and lower waterline. Now, it’s time for the main event. Using an angled brush, dip this into a black eyeshadow and draw a wing. Repeat on the lower lash line so both lines are parallel to one another. 

Et voila! Believe it or not, that’s all there is to the double-winged eyeliner look. It looks significantly more complicated than it is. As a few final touches, you can curl your lashes and coat them with your favorite mascara. Although optional, we highly recommend you finish with a setting spray to ensure the double-winged effect doesn’t smudge throughout the night. 

Advertisements

More Soft Double Winged Eyeliner Inspo:

@stxph.h

Reply to @ibtihel.al #ShareTheMagic been loving the double wing liner! it’s the perfect way to elevate ur everyday liner while keeping it simple / minimal ✨ #fypシ #foryou #doublewingliner #eyelinertutorial #makeuptutorials #makeupinspo

♬ Pope Is a Rockstar – SALES
@kristinaamcnabb

Double wing eyeliner look 🤎 #makeup #fyp #doublewingliner #beautytok #makeuptutorial #lanadelrey #skintextureisnormal #linertutorial

♬ PR3TTY WH3N 1 CRY – chaerries
@beautybyroia_

Trying 2 wings instead of 1 🦋 @Dior glow face palette @maccosmetics single shadow in “carbon” #greenscreen #wingedliner #linertutorial #eyelinertutorial #doublewingliner #wingeyeliner #beautytok #eyemakeuptutorial #fyp

♬ Hey Mickey x Bad Girls by L BEATS – DJ L BEATS
@imsimplysteph

How to get double eyeliner look🤎 #doubleeyeliner #browneyeliner #hoodedeyesmakeup #makeupforbeginners #eyeshadowtutorial #eyelinertutorial #softglameyeshadow #cutcreasemakeup #baddiemakeup #cutcreasetutorial #smokeyeyelook #thineyeliner

♬ Dark Side – Slowed + Reverb – XAN$X
@kriziaofficial

Replying to @emmmmmbbbby hope this helps! #greenscreen #eyelinertutorial #eyeliner #doubleeyeliner #makeuptutorial

♬ original sound – Kriziaofficial
@stxph.h

double liner GLAMMM

♬ IF YOU SEE THIS FOLLOW ME – Female Rap Verses
@shaqorim

The only thing better than one wing, is ✌🏾. #doublewing #wingedliner

♬ Caution – KAYTRANADA
@lenkalul

what i wanted vs how it turned out: double eyeliner 🖤 AD products i used: @Maybelline New York hyper precise eyeliner @Gigibee Beauty eyeshadow palette @L’Occitane Precious Enriched Emulsion @NARS Cosmetics soft matte complete concealer @Lancôme idole mascara #makeup #eyeliner #doubleyeliner #graphicliner #makeupartist #whatiwantedvswhatigot #makeuphacks #makeuptransformation

♬ Glory Box – Portishead

The GLOW-UP SMOOTHIE

Published on by Crystal LeeLeave a comment

Looking for a clean, refreshing green smoothie that will give your skincare an extra boost? Well, keep reading. 

Not only is this smoothie easy to make, but it also packs a healthy punch, especially for those looking to get their glow on. Spinach promotes vitamin C and collagen production, and the anti-inflammatory properties of fresh ginger can help reduce redness and puffiness. With refreshing mint leaves and lime juice, this smoothie will be hard to put down—and your skin will thank you.

Below, learn how to make your new favorite smoothie.

Advertisements

Glow-Up Smoothie

RECIPE TYPE: Breakfast, Snack

DIETARY INFO: Dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free

SERVING SIZE: 1

TOTAL TIME: 5 mins

INGREDIENTS: 

1 cup spinach
1/2 cup frozen mango
1/2 banana
4-5 fresh mint leaves
1-inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 cup coconut water
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Juice of one lime

INSTRUCTIONS:

Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend on high until smooth. Enjoy!

Show us how you recreate (or modify) this delicious recipe and use hashtag beautyleebarpalate for a chance to be featured on our social.

More Spinach Smoothie Inspo:

@mathildechamberland

I think I’ve mastered my green smoothie blend 💚Frozen mangoes (about 1/4 cup)1 ripe bananaHandful of spinach 1 tbsp chia seeds2 tsp SpirulinaJuice of 1 lemonCover with coconut waterLet me know if you try it 🤍#thatgirl #greensmoothie #vegan #plantbased #healthyfood #healthyrecipe #smoothie #healthyhabits #healthandwellness #wellness

♬ original sound – Ian Asher
@beksss10

Make a smoohie with us! Our go to every day smoothing that is soo refresing! Bananas Spinach Frozen mango Ginger Squeez of lime Coconut water #momsoftiktok #fyp #firsttimemom #babytok #babyboy #momlife #foryoupage

♬ original sound – frweik02
@health.daily2

Green Smoothie #smoothie #weightloss #healthyliving

♬ Cooking Time – Lux-Inspira
@themadisonrae

This smoothie changed my life Water, coconut water, spinach, mint, banana, frozen mango & pineapple #smoothie #wellnesstok #fyp

♬ original sound – Madison Rae 🪩
@crystalsvieww

My favorite green smoothie as of latelyyyyy 🥬🍌🍏 #greensmoothie #greensmoothierecipe #pregnantsmoothie #latinastiktok

♬ Passionfruit – Drake