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Nice Scents for eczema suffers

People who suffer from eczema can feel a bit frustrated because they cannot use skin care products that are scented with perfumes. I have encountered many eczema sufferers and they tend to go for more natural scented products that won't cause an allergic reaction.
There are products out there that are scented and safe for people with  eczema problems. A top choice is fresh coconut oil for the skin. It has a lovely natural coconut scent and has no harsh chemicals.
Finding a good product will take a little time but go for very light scents because you donot want to cause your skin to start reacting to it. Put on the product while your body is moist as it will absorb  better, and the scent will cling to your skin.
Another product that is scented for people with eczema would be very mild essential oils. Try something subtle like lavender or sandal wood.Dilute it with a carrier oil and use it in your lotion .
Make sure you do a skin test before starting any new products.

Scents of food and home meals

 

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 Everyone likes to feel at home.That warm cozy feeling and certain odors reminds everyone of a happy place, somewhere  that makes you feel relaxed and warm on the inside.I like to smell fruit trees and comfort foods.Living in Jamaica gives me an abundance of fresh organic fruits and foods to choose from, that are good for the mind and body.
The smell of mangoes reminds me of when I was a child and in the summer time I use to go find mangoes in dense bushes.Nothing is more rewarding than finding fresh,juicy mangoes with that honey- like sweet flesh.The coolest thing about this activity is that you get to eat the mangoes right there with your friends and its funny to see everyone looking all-yellow and juicy on their clothes because the mangoes were so good!
Coffee is one of my favorite scents that gives me a grounded feeling.It makes me feel snuggled especially premier Jamaican coffee like Mountain peak, Roman, and blue mountain coffee.When I drink it I  close my eyes and  I can see the green mountains, the dew on the grass, the fresh ripe and green coffee berries, and the birds nesting.Can you?
Every time I speak about the smell of hot chocolate, nothing else makes me happier than hearing other people say how good it makes them feel too.Chocolate is sweet and velvety and brings about that feeling of love.Being at home with the family on a cold winter night or chilly day for us in the Caribbean, sipping on a hot cup of hot chocolate surpasses going to the movies or shopping.Being around family is a comforting experience especially during the holidays like Christmas or Hanukkah.
Sweet treats are glorious gifts and no one makes delicious pastries like grandma.When ever I smell cakes, puddings, and pies it takes me down memory lane, to when I was a child and grandma made sweet potato pudding with raisins, fresh coconut milk, brown sugar and the perfect blend of spices.Its absolute pleasure when that pudding is baked, because its sweet and warm and its an explosion of flavors down to the very last bite.
I am happy to cherish these memories because its the simple things that matter.Certain scents take me places and brings about a good kind of feeling that reminds me of home with the family.The good thing about scents is that they are free and they attract  no cost to you and certainly no cost for me!

Let me hear about the scents you like and how they make you feel.

Holiday scents

The holidays are coming up and its a time year that brings about those favorite scents and feelings that we all love to experience.
A must have for Thanksgiving is Turkey. Turkeys are a good source of protein and nothing smells golden like fresh turkey being baked in the oven with your southern style stuffing.
The smell of Pumpkin pie gives you a warm feeling. The nutmeg and cinnamon are natural warming spices and the vanilla compliments them well by adding sweetness. If you are going to have a sweet treat try to go for one that has a natural authentic flavor as much as possible.
Christmas is that time of year that brings about all kinda of refreshing scents. There is the smell of gift wrapping paper, spices, food, gifts, and more.
For many people Christmas is a time to spend with friends and family and to treat your friends and loved ones to special things.In Jamaica black Christmas cake, rum, rum punch, and ham are a must have during holiday time.
Wearing a fresh winter scent during the holidays compliments the season and relaxes your mind. You can add warmth by using products that have ginger, cinnamon, pumpkin and spices .The scents tend to linger as there is less evaporation of the products off your skin than in the summer time.
Who can forget about Halloween? It May not be a national holiday but its an important celebration for many people. An assortment of candy and scented Halloween candles flooding the streets and stores is a quite a treat in itself. Kids and adults a like enjoy dressing up in Halloween costumes for trick or treat and attending parties.
Holidays are filled with so many flavors and scents.They bring back a lot of memories and warm feelings to each and everyone.