Know Your Undertone!

Hey Beauties! In this blog, I'm going to explain to you guys is how to pick the right makeup shade for your undertone. So, let's get started!

When shopping for skin products, it's helpful to know your undertone. Products usually come recommended for one of three basic undertones. Use these tips to figure out which category you fall into! The categories are: Cool, Neutral & Warm!


Finding the right shade of base to match your complexion always seems like a daunting task. And according to Jamie Greenberg, a celebrity makeup artist for Mark., most of us aren’t wearing the right color anyway. Often foundations and concealers prompt you to choose a shade based on your undertone, especially when shopping online. But if you don’t know what your undertone is, that isn’t much help!

Foundations usually come recommended for one of three undertone types: “cool,” “neutral,” or “warm.” It’s possible, though, to fall somewhere in between (you could be “neutral-warm,” for instance). To get you closer to finding the perfect match, we asked Greenberg to outline how to figure out your undertone. Note, these same principles apply on all skin tones, from very fair to dark. And remember, if you're having trouble DIY’ing it, you can always ask a professional makeup artist for a skin analysis.

COOL
You have a "Cool" undertone if:
-Those with cool undertones will notice their skin has a pink, red, or blue tinge to it.
-If the veins on your wrist are blue or purple
-If silver jewelry flatters your skin more than gold
-When you look at your skin in the sun, it appears blue-ish

NEUTRAL
You have a "Neutral" undertone if:
-You have neutral undertones, your skin is neither pink/red/blue nor yellow/gold/peach, but somewhere in between.
-The veins on your wrist are blue-green
-Both gold and silver jewelry flatter your skin
-When you look at your skin in the sun, it appears greenish

WARM
You have a "Warm" undertone if:
-Those with warm undertones will notice their skin has a yellow, gold, or peach tinge to it.
-The veins on your wrist are slightly green or olive
-Gold jewelry flatters your skin more than silver
-When you look at your skin in the sun, it appears yellowish

Three More Tips for Finding the Right Foundation
So now you know your undertone, you can start to narrow the field. If you’re trying foundations in a store, here are Greenberg’s three tips to help you find the right one.

1: Prep Skin First
Before you do anything, exfoliate and moisturize your skin. “Slough off those dead skin cells and prepare that canvas so it can honestly accept color,” says Greenberg. “If your skin is sweaty or isn't totally clean, the color won't be accurate!”

2: Test in Good Lighting
Make sure you test your foundation in good lighting. It's always a good idea to first test it out in one location, and then go somewhere else with different lighting to see if it still matches. And make sure you're wearing white, as other colors might alter your tone. Greenberg warns that you should never try to correct your color with a base. “It's best to match your undertone, and then if you feel pale, you can always add bronzer or blush for dimension,” she says.

3: Match The Color You See Most
There are three parts of the body you have to think about: the face, the neck, and the décolletage—and Greenberg points out that all of these can differ. “The most natural thing would be to match your neck, but because of sun exposure and elements, the face/décolletage are often darker than your neck,” she says. To even things out, Greenberg suggests choosing a product that matches the color you see the most, and then applying base to the face and neck so that you get even color all over.

Dairy Free, Grain Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups Recipe

Hey Beauties! I saw this on Facebook and I thought that I would share this recipe with all of you!

Here’s something a little fancier and a whole lot cuter than traditional pumpkin pie; these adorable pumpkin pie cheesecake cups for you.

But if you really want a pumpkin pie recipe, just Google paleo pumpkin pie and it will give you a gazillion options that are all pretty much the same. 

This recipe contain no grains, no dairy if you choose the delicious dairy free option, and no refined sugar (and very minimal honey/maple at that!) so go ahead and eat another. Life is good!

Crust Ingredients:
-1 cup walnuts, crushed – you can also use any other nut like pecans, almonds, etc. (you want to crush them somewhere in the middle of a fine flour and coarse pieces)
-3 T coconut oil (or grass-fed butter), melted
-1 T pure maple syrup
-1 tsp. vanilla
-½ tsp. cinnamon
-¼ tsp. baking soda
-¼ tsp. salt

Pumpkin Pie Layer Ingredients:
-1 cup roasted pumpkin or canned pumpkin
-1 egg
-1 ½ tsp. pumpkin pie spice
-1-2 T honey (how much will depend on your desired sweetness level)

Dairy Free Cinnamon “Cheesecake” Topping
-1 cup cashews, soaked for at least 6 hours (if you can’t bear to wait 6 hours, put them in a pot of boiling water, turn the stove off and let sit for 30-60 minutes)
-1/3 cup coconut oil
-2 T honey
-1 lemon, juiced + add water to equal ½ cup total
-½ tsp. pumpkin spice or cinnamon
-Pinch of sea salt

Dairy Option: Whipped Cream Cheese Cinnamon Topping
-1 8 oz. package cream cheese
-4 oz. of butter
-2 T honey
-1 T vanilla
-½ tsp. pumpkin spice or cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 350 and line a cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners.

2. Make your crust by combining all the ingredients until well mixed.

3. Press about a teaspoon of the walnut mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner.

4. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

5. Your oven will smell divine.

6. Let cool.

7. Mix your pumpkin pie layer by combining all the ingredients.

8. Put about 1 Tablespoon of the pumpkin pie mixture on top of the walnut crust.

9. Bake for 45 minutes or until set.

10. Let cool.

Dairy free “cheesecake” directions:
1. Drain your soaked cashews and place them into a blender or food processor.

2. Juice your lemon and add just enough water to equal ½ cup.

3. Pour the lemon/water mixture into the blender and add the rest of the ingredients.

4. Process for a few minutes until smooth and creamy.

Whipped cream cheese directions:
1. Mix all ingredients for a few minutes until smooth and creamy.
2. Add your cheesecake topping on top of the pumpkin pie layer by filling the cups until the cheesecake mixture reaches the top.

3. Add any topping you want now.

4. Press a walnut on top of the cheesecake layer for extra cuteness points.

5. You can add almonds, pecans, a piece of chocolate, or nothing at all, etc.

6. Refrigerate for at least an hour and keep stored in the refrigerator.

7. Enjoy!

This recipe yields 12 adorable cups

Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Parmesan Soup Recipe

Hey Beauties! I saw this on Facebook and I thought that I would share this recipe with all of you!

This recipe is perfect for fall or around Thanksgiving time. So, go ahead, make this delicious soup and enjoy!

 

Ingredients:
2 (14 oz.) cans diced tomatoes, with juice
1 cup finely diced celery
1 cup finely diced carrots
1 cup finely diced onions
1 tsp. dried oregano or 1 T fresh oregano
1 T dried basil or 1/4 cup fresh basil
4 cups chicken broth
½ bay leaf
½ cup flour
1 cup Parmesan cheese
½ cup butter
2 cups half and half, warmed
1 tsp. salt
¼ tsp. black pepper

Directions:
1. Add tomatoes, celery, carrots, chicken broth, onions, oregano, basil, and bay leaf to a large slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on LOW for 5-7 hours, until flavors are blended and vegetables are soft.
3. About 30 minutes before serving prepare a roux.

4. Melt butter over low heat in a skillet and add flour.

5. Stir constantly with a whisk for 5-7 minutes.

6. Slowly stir in 1 cup hot soup.

7. Add another 3 cups and stir until smooth.

8. Add all back into the slow cooker.

9. Stir and add the Parmesan cheese, warmed half and half, salt and pepper.

10. Add additional basil and oregano if needed (the slow cooker does a number on spices and they get bland over time, so don’t be afraid to always season to taste at the end).
11. Cover and cook on LOW for another 30 minutes or so until ready to serve.

Recipe yields about 2 quarts

Different Types of Hauntings

Hey Guys! So, if you missed today's show don't worry you can always catch the archived shows at:   http://www.newvisionsradio.com/ 

The Chira Project Fri-Sun at 5pm, Mon-Thur at 8am, Saturdays is the Live show (California Time!).

So we talked about the different types of haunting's and ghost stories. Here's a short list of the different types of ghost haunting's. Just note, that the ghost stories will not be on here; you have to listen to the show to here about the stories.

1. Apparition- A materialized ghost or spirit. The appearance of a person's phantom, living or dead, seen in a dream or in the waking state as the result of astral projection or clairvoyance.
2. Animal Ghosts- The discarnate soul of an animal still occupying the physical realm. These spirits may or may not know that they are dead. They can also be called forth.
3. Demon- A low level and inhuman spirit that interacts in the affairs of the mortal world. It is said there exist numerous varieties of demons. Some are good; some are evil and some are a combination of both. (The word "Demon" means "Replete with wisdom" and derives from Greek, daimon, which means "Divine Power" or "A God".) 
4. Demonic- Pertaining to demons.
5. Demonic Haunting- This type of haunting is usually caused by a malevolent, nonhuman entity or demon. Although human spirits can cause some of the same activity, it is rare.   They often start out with subtle and relatively simple activity, which then quickly increases in intensity. They can be very dramatic and violent in nature. There will be poltergeist activity (see description above), as well as vicious attacks on the living that result in psychological and physical harm.  Sometimes the attacks are sexual in nature, which can also include very vivid dreams of sexual acts. It will weaken its victim’s psychological and emotional state, which will influence his or her behavior.   The entity will wear it’s victim down until it can gain full control of them through possession. 
6. Doppelganger- The human double, astral body or ghost resembling a person who is still alive. The word is German in its origin and means "Double Walker". Known in Sweden as a Vardoger.  
7. Doppelgänger- The “Doppelgänger” is unique among other ghosts. The definition of this type of ghost is actually found in the name. “Doppelgänger” is a German word for “double goer.” This ghost type has the ability to project itself in more than one place, hence the meaning of its name. As far as is known, no other ghost type has this kind of ability. But the real unique quality of the doppelgänger is that the person it projects to others can still be alive. So it is entirely possible that a person can see their loved one when they are not physically present. Another common scenario involving the doppelgänger is a person seeing the image of someone close to them, only to find out later that the person they saw died at the precise moment their image appeared. The mythos of the doppelgänger is that it precedes some kind of tragedy. American President Abraham Lincoln claimed to have seen his own doppelgänger in a mirror right before he was assassinated, and poet Percy Bysshe Shelley saw his in a dream. No one knows for sure what a doppelgänger really is. Theories persist, but indicative of the paranormal, there is no certified conclusion. Doppelgängers may be astral projections of live persons or the actual spirit of the person, recently departed and visiting those important in its life. 
8. Double- Another name for a person's astral body or doppelganger. 
9. Evil Spirits- Spirits whose sole purpose for existing is to hurt or destroy the living. It is widely believed that if a person is evil in life, his or her spirit will remain so after death. 
10. Ghost- The spirit or apparition of a dead person that appears to the living or returns to haunt a former habitat; the disembodied spirit of a person who has died. Animals and inanimate objects such as ships and buildings can also be ghosts. Other words for ghost include: phantom, shade, specter and wraith. (Most people throughout the world use the words "Spirit" and "Ghost" interchangeably).
11. Ghost Lights- Strange and unexplained lights that are sometimes observed in haunted houses or in some cases, graveyards, woods and marshlands. Ghost lights are frequently captured on photographic film. 
12. Globule- See Orbs for definition.
13. Haunted- As a noun, this word is used to indicate a person, place or inanimate object to which human or inhuman spirits are attached. As an adjective, it refers to a person, place or object frequently visited by ghosts. From the French word, Hanter, meaning "To Frequent". 
14. Haunting- The unexplainable appearance of an image of a person, animal or inanimate object on a frequent or regular basis in a particular location. A state of existence under which a human or inhuman spirit has attached itself to a person, place or inanimate object. 
15. Historical Haunting- Ghosts can be seen in more than one location, going about their business. Typically they are dressed in period clothing and often appear solid. They may interact with the living, but they believe they are living in their own time.
16. Human Spirit- The spirit of a person who once lived on the physical plane of existence. Human spirits can remain earth bound for various reasons. 
17. Inanimate Ghosts- At one time, inanimate ghosts were all the rage in the ghost scene. The phantom ship, the Flying Dutchman, personifies what the inanimate ghost is all about. The Flying Dutchman terrorized sailors on the high seas in the 17th century, so much so that even gazing upon it meant almost certain doom for the voyage. The Flying Dutchman, apart from the most ardent of enthusiasts and opera buffs, is largely forgotten in this day and age, and no longer inspires the fear that it once did. Inanimate ghosts come in all forms, not just ships. They can be cars, trains, and even disembodied lamps. One thing that all inanimate ghosts have in common is routine; they all appear in the same time and place, traveling the same routes the vehicle (if it is a moving thing) was taking right as the moment of disaster. These ghosts are frozen in time, repeating their final moments, over and over again, without any hope of liberation from their perpetual cycle.
18. Inhuman Spirits- The spirit of a creature that has never lived on the physical plane of existence. Inhuman spirits that are benevolent by nature are often classified as angels, while malevolent ones are classified as demons and devils. Also known as a non-human spirit.
19. Intelligent Haunting- Perhaps the most widely accepted kind of ghostly activity. Here the spirit or entity involved is an “intelligent” presence in a haunted location. It is there because of a connection to the site, or to the people, in the location. This ghost is best (and most simply) described as the personality of a person who once lived and has stayed behind, instead of crossing over to the other side. Also known as Interactive Haunting.
20. Orbs- A sphere of electromagnetic energy produced by  spirits. Also known as a Globule. When photographed, spirits often appear on film as Globules. Basically, tiny balls of light; can often be mistaken for dust partials.
21. Ouija Board- A special game board manufactured by the Parker Brothers company and marked with letters of the alphabet, numbers and the words "Yes" and "No". It is used in conjunction with a pointed indicator called "Planchette" as a device for divination and as a means to communicate with the spirits of the dead. Some believe this "communication" is caused by the collective unconscious of the participants. (Automatism).
22. Poltergeist- From the German polter, "Uproar" and geist, "Ghost", a word given to the type of phenomenon in which sudden disturbances; such as loud rapping and other sounds; the throwing of objects; the moving of furniture; the raining of stones and other small objects; strange lights; peculiar odors; and physical assaults upon humans and animals; occur.
23. Poltergeist - (-Cont.-) This is a spirit, usually mischievous and occasionally malevolent, which can manifest its presence by making noises, moving objects, and assaulting people and animals.  The term “poltergeist” comes from the German poltern, “to knock,” and geist, “spirit.”   Some cases of poltergeists remain unexplained and may involve actual spirits. In other cases the phenomena may be produced by subconscious psychokinesis on the part of an individual.   The most common types of poltergeist activities are: rains of stones, dirt, and other small objects; loud noises and shrieks; objects, including large pieces of furniture, being moved or thrown; and vile smells.   It seems that poltergeists have adapted to the development of technology. They are suspected to have caused interference in telephones and electronic equipment, and turning lights and appliances on and off. Some poltergeists are said to pinch, bite, hit, and sexually assault the living.   Generally poltergeist activity starts and stops abruptly. The activity almost always occurs at night and in the presence of a certain person. Typically this is the “agent,” an individual who seems to serve as a focus or magnet for the activity.
24. Poltergeist Activity- In some cases, poltergeist activity can be attributed to a mischievous or malevolent spirit possessing the ability to move objects by solidifying the ambient air, which results in the movement and teleportation of objects. In other cases, the subconscious psychokinetic powers of a pubescent child or an individual under a great deal of stress may be the cause of the ghostly phenomenon.
25. Portal Hauntings-  Portals are a link, or doorway, between our physical world and the spiritual world. Spirits can enter into our world through a portal. Portals can be created through a ritual or caused by a natural energy source coming from the earth, such as ley lines.
26. Reoccurring Hauntings- This type of haunting appears very similar to a residual haunting, except that there is some kind of intelligence involved. In this case, the activity is caused by a spirit trapped between realms, reliving a moment in the past, over and over until the pattern is disrupted.
27. Residential Haunting- A ghost who resides within the home, which makes the home haunted.
28. Residual Haunting- Is believed to be caused by traumatic past events that leave an imprint on the environment. These imprints replay over and over. No spirit or ghost is involved; it’s just like watching a movie.  There is no interaction with the living.
    The theory in this sort of haunting is that the energy expended during repetitive or traumatic events is absorbed and stored in the electromagnetic field at the site. Over time the energy builds up, when the energy can no longer be contained it is discharged, showing a replay of the traumatic event that once took place. Once the event is played out then the cycle begins again.
    Some suggest that atmospheric conditions, such as storms, may initiate the playback. There is also a quantum physics-related theory that explains the energy as particles of light that are dormant until they are stimulated by an outside variable under the proper conditions.
29. Shadow Ghost- A black, mist like spirit possessing no discernable features. Shadow ghosts are believed to be usually demonic in nature and are sometimes described by witness as merely a "Black Shape".
30. Spirit- A being that exists without a physical body (Discarnate) and is not bound by the restrictions or characteristics of the physical world. Also known as a ghost or an apparition

A Witch's Guide to Ghosts and the Supernatural by: Gerina Dunwich
Page 24 Reads:
"Some people believe that cold spots indicate the locations of spirit portals, or invisible doorways between our world and the spiritual dimension, through which the spirits can pass in and out. Many also believe that working with Ouija Boars (Or similar devices) or holding séances to contact spirits of the deceased can create, or unlock if you will, such a door through which the summoned spirit enters and leaves our plane of existence. Normally, after communication with the spirit is ended and the departing entity returns to its own world, the spirit portal closes behind it. However, in some instances the portal remains open. When this happens, there is typically an increase in ghost activity in the house or area. The only ways to close these spirit portals is through prayer or spell."


Ghost
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost