A period is probably the most defining thing in puberty for a young woman. It shows us that now, we can concieve children. So, be careful. Someday I will have a spiel on pregnancy, blah-blah-blah, but today is not that day (love Lord of the Rings!) Today is the day for the period spiel.
Younger girls often think that older girls pee blood. Obviously, this is wrong. The blood is from our vagina. I assume that if you are really wondering when you will be getting your period, then you know where the vagina is.
There are some signs of starting your period:
Breast development
Growth spurt
Pubic or underarm hair
Spotting or discharge
Now, I'll assume that you know what breast development, growth spurts, and pubic hair are. But you may not know what spotting is. Spotting is when you bleed small amounts, or "spots" on your panties. Spotting is NOT always red. Sometimes, it is brown. This is because the blood coming out is often old, and you know what happens to old blood, it becomes brown.
Discharge is different. If you notice something white and crusty on your panties, this is discharge. Dishcharge can be milky white or clear, and it comes from the vagina. It tends to be clear when you are aroused or "wet", and milky when it's just your body doing it's thing.
I'll write more later, but now I have to go,
luv,
Oohlala
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Vacation...
Okay, so I just got back from vacation about a week ago. I was not ignoring you guys, I was just away. So then I immediately went on blogger to post something new, but they'd redesigned it, and I could NOT log in. I tried and tried but I kept getting everything wrong. I went on on several different days, and every day it was wrong. So then, I checked the address. I had been on BLOGSTER for a week trying to log in. It took me one try once I was on the right site :P
Anyways, I'm here to talk about Yahoo! Answers. I LOVE this site! I don't know everything (believe it or not!) and it helps me a heck of a lot. Now, You can join people's networks and watch all of their answers, so I'm inviting everyone to join my network. My yahoo email is olivia.gardener@yahoo.ca but I believe my user name is just Olivia... I don't really know! I answer questions mainly in the categories beauty and style and women's health.
Luv,
Olivia
Anyways, I'm here to talk about Yahoo! Answers. I LOVE this site! I don't know everything (believe it or not!) and it helps me a heck of a lot. Now, You can join people's networks and watch all of their answers, so I'm inviting everyone to join my network. My yahoo email is olivia.gardener@yahoo.ca but I believe my user name is just Olivia... I don't really know! I answer questions mainly in the categories beauty and style and women's health.
Luv,
Olivia
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Skincare 101
Okay ladies,
so, you want to take care your skin? First off, think of everything you are currently using. it should be no more than 5 products, preferably not even all at the same time. Then, think of your skin type. The different types are normal, dry, oily, and combination. You should be careful of what you put on your face, because too many products just cause breakouts. You should also try to stick to natural and organic remedies and products as much as possible, because products with ingredients like silicone, talc, and parabens can actually cause allergic reactions, breakouts, and are sometimes not very safe in the long term. Research a few products and read reviews on what works for your budget and skin type. Your skin type will make or break a product. A product with lots of oils is bad news for oily skin, and drying products like tea tree oil (an oil that isn't oily!!!) are very drying, and so bad for dry skin. Combination skin is hard, but more and more companies are releasing combination skin products.
Watch what's in your makeup too! My number one product to avoid is Talc, as it clogs pores and causes breakouts. However, I will readily admit that many, if not all, of my eyeshadows have talc, because I do not find breakouts a problem on my eyelids :) however, pressed powders should be talc free. This will cost quite a bit extra, but you will be happier with the products results. Try to go at least 2 days a week with little or no makeup, and always remove it before bed!
My skin care agenda goes like this: (I have normal skin)
Morning: wash face gently with damp NORWEX facecloth. These cloths are magic, I swear. A little water and these chemical free, soft cloths wash everything off of your face. http://www.norwex-products-online.com/catalog/item/6414321/6242619.htm There's a link, and honestly, ask your parents if you can get a package of them. 100000% worth it.
Scrub face with Clean 'n' Clear face cleanser. It's in a blue bottle, and the front talks about how clean and tingly it makes your face feel. I agree. It's perfect for mornings.
Evening: Gently wash face with NORWEX cloth
Remove makeup with makeup remover (Whatever I have, generally Lid-care makeup remover)
Gently lather face with Aveeno face cleanser for acne-prone skin
Dry face
Apply a few drops of tea tree oil to a puffy cotton ball. Gently buff into T-zone (the chin, nose, and forehead)
-Daily is everything in skincare. Once you find something that really works, keep an extra bottle of it around.
-Try to keep it drugstore, you'll have more access to it and save some money
Whew! Long post!
Love,
Oohlala
so, you want to take care your skin? First off, think of everything you are currently using. it should be no more than 5 products, preferably not even all at the same time. Then, think of your skin type. The different types are normal, dry, oily, and combination. You should be careful of what you put on your face, because too many products just cause breakouts. You should also try to stick to natural and organic remedies and products as much as possible, because products with ingredients like silicone, talc, and parabens can actually cause allergic reactions, breakouts, and are sometimes not very safe in the long term. Research a few products and read reviews on what works for your budget and skin type. Your skin type will make or break a product. A product with lots of oils is bad news for oily skin, and drying products like tea tree oil (an oil that isn't oily!!!) are very drying, and so bad for dry skin. Combination skin is hard, but more and more companies are releasing combination skin products.
Watch what's in your makeup too! My number one product to avoid is Talc, as it clogs pores and causes breakouts. However, I will readily admit that many, if not all, of my eyeshadows have talc, because I do not find breakouts a problem on my eyelids :) however, pressed powders should be talc free. This will cost quite a bit extra, but you will be happier with the products results. Try to go at least 2 days a week with little or no makeup, and always remove it before bed!
My skin care agenda goes like this: (I have normal skin)
Morning: wash face gently with damp NORWEX facecloth. These cloths are magic, I swear. A little water and these chemical free, soft cloths wash everything off of your face. http://www.norwex-products-online.com/catalog/item/6414321/6242619.htm There's a link, and honestly, ask your parents if you can get a package of them. 100000% worth it.
Scrub face with Clean 'n' Clear face cleanser. It's in a blue bottle, and the front talks about how clean and tingly it makes your face feel. I agree. It's perfect for mornings.
Evening: Gently wash face with NORWEX cloth
Remove makeup with makeup remover (Whatever I have, generally Lid-care makeup remover)
Gently lather face with Aveeno face cleanser for acne-prone skin
Dry face
Apply a few drops of tea tree oil to a puffy cotton ball. Gently buff into T-zone (the chin, nose, and forehead)
-Daily is everything in skincare. Once you find something that really works, keep an extra bottle of it around.
-Try to keep it drugstore, you'll have more access to it and save some money
Whew! Long post!
Love,
Oohlala
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