Saturday 14 November 2020

Holiday Gift Guide - 23 Women Gifts for the Beauty Lover - maximum $50.00

Hi There..... Are you in for a Holiday Gift Guide? How about some women gifts for the Beauty lover?

I know it still is pretty soon to buy your gifts maybe, but it's never too soon to give you inspiration on women gifts.

Pretty soon we will be in December, and with all this Corona craziness around us, it might be better to order your gifts on time. For all we know, this may not be over by the end of this year and we might not be in the possibility to go gift hunting as usual. 

That's why I made a Holiday gift guide already, so you will have more than enough time to order what you need.

I remember last year when I ordered a gift for my granddaughter and the package was delayed because so many people ordered at the same time. That was so stressful, and if you know me, you might know that I don't get stressed easily. 

I kept thinking, would I have to run to the store to go get something else or would my present still arrive in time. I was so relieved that they brought it to us just the day before Christmas. Can you imagine not having a present for a 3-year-old? She was way too young to understand.

So please, don't be an idiot like me and order your presents on time. And if you are stumped, just look at all these beautiful gifts in my Holiday gift guide for women who love to pamper themselves, and get some inspiration. 

AirExpect Makeup Mirror $23


Vanity Compare specializes in vanities and mirrors typically for beauty-related uses such as makeup mirrors.
 
The hottest gift for beauty bloggers or family members, worth way more than they charge for it.  

Highlighting Features:
  • Boasting 72 LED lights, the AirExpect Vanity Mirror offers a color-changing mode from a warm 3200k light to a more natural 6500k to test your look in any setting.  This feature is activated by a touch-sensor!
  • Tri-fold design + 90-degree rotation ensures you will never miss another angle!
  • The fabric padding paired with the small size of the mirror makes this a perfect traveling companion.

SEDUCTION RED CUSTOM LIPSTICK $39.00


Dawes Custom Cosmetics offers cruelty-free, vegan, luxury custom and ready-to-wear lipsticks and glosses online. 

Up the glamour to your life with Seduction red custom lipstick. A jewel-toned red that's perfect for the holidays with subtle frost, pink champagne* flavor, and light vanilla scent. The balanced undertones make it a vibrant and universally flattering shade while making teeth naturally appear whiter.

Whichever base you choose, the long-lasting, highly pigmented color gives it staying power, making it your perfect partner for all these seasons parties and pictures.

TIPS:
Designed to take your look from day to night or change it up, add glossy finish with Seduction Ready To Wear Gloss so you have the option and versatility to go matte or polished.
Or pump up the volume with the Plumping and Moisturizing Lip Gloss, which can be used either as a base or as a top coat. As seen in 'Total Beauty'. *Non-alcoholic

Ionic Body Brush $44.50

https://www.pranabrush.com/products/ionic-body-brush

Traditionally Handmade with Love
Ionic body brushes are handmade with pride by skilled artisans using traditional techniques. They have worked hard to produce a unique body brush, unparalleled in function, quality, and aesthetics. As a result, the brushes are of exceptional quality. They are proud to say that this may be the last body brush you buy!

Health Benefits:
Dry brushing has incredible health benefits and is widely recommended by health experts. Dry brushing detoxifies the body, improves circulation, eliminates dead skin cells, exfoliates the skin, improves skin tone, aids digestion, reduces and prevents cellulite, and increases energy and well-being. In addition, dry brushing stimulates the lymphatic system, which helps eliminate toxins and pathogens that can cause inflammation and illness.

Copper Bristles:
The health benefits of dry brushing are greatly enhanced through the use of an ionic body brush, which has its origin in ancient Ayurvedic practices. These ionic body brushes are made with extra-fine ion-charged copper bristles, which naturally create negative ions that protect your body from free radicals and have numerous other health benefits. In addition, the molecular composition of the unique bristles encourages the direct and immediate absorption of negative ions into your skin, which increases the benefits of dry brushing, including the speed of detoxification.

Premium Quality:
In addition to the health benefits, this ionic body brush (also commonly known as an ‘energy brush’ or a ‘copper wool brush’) is a beautiful work of art. Each brush is handmade from the highest quality and sustainably harvested beechwood, which is then beautifully smoothed and finished with natural wax. The ion-charged copper bristles are made from the highest-quality copper alloy. In addition, they feature an outer ring of bristles made from beautiful all-natural and ethically sourced boar hair.

MY ALCHEMY SKIN CARE
2020 Holiday Hand Care Bundle $38.00


My Alchemy Skin Care is a clean brand, green, sustainable, cruelty-free, made with safe ingredients, and seen in Forbes, Newsweek, Yoga Journal, VegWorld, UsWeekly, and more. They create formulas with wild and organic botanicals, rewarding you with nutritional benefits and youthful glowing skin.

For the 2020 Holiday Season, they have curated a lovely Hand Care Bundle with 3 everyday staples consumers should keep on hand. Included is a TSA-approved pouch to help keep your essentials organized. They've wrapped this gift with a satin ribbon and added a handwritten card ready to gift or drop in a stocking.


The Best Seller Henna Kit $32.50


Mihenna temporary tattoo kits are an all-in-one experience for your next henna party. Every stencil in this box is going to be a hit with all your friends!

Stencils Included: Atakapa, Dahlia, Dare, Fierce, Jasmine, Passion Fruit, Phoenix, and Stellar

Plus: Ready-to-use henna cone (fills 6 - 8 designs), One vial of coconut oil, Instructions for professional results

We know what you like. Mihenna has compiled its best-selling sticker stencils into one convenient henna body art kit so that you can have all of your faves together. The Best Seller Kit is comprised of various types and styles of henna designs; you'll be sure to get a bit of everything.

You can't go wrong with this selection, so grab any sticker stencil and cut out the henna design to fit your chosen area of application. In the kit, you'll also find a cone of premium henna paste made with only high-quality ingredients that you can apply over the stencil. After the paste has dried between two to twelve hours, remove the stencil and use the included coconut oil to moisturize the area and keep your henna tattoos vibrant for up to two weeks. Now you've got the best of the best!
MASAMI is clean premium haircare with a Japanese ocean botanical for massive hydration. MASAMI is luxurious and high performing without any bad ingredients: no sulfates, parabens, or phthalates. Our debut line launched February 2020 with shampoo, conditioner, shine serum, and styling cream. 

Our travel kit comes with luxury sizes of our shampoo, conditioner, shine serum, and styling cream. All MASAMI products are clean and high performing (salon quality) for hydration and are infused with Mekabu, a Japanese ocean botanical. They are gender-neutral with a light fresh scent.

  • Color safe
  • NO parabens
  • NO sulfates
  • NO phthalates
  • NO animal testing (cruelty-free)
  • Vegan

BIOGLITTER Pack 1 $30.00


Perfect kit combination for adults and kids alike.

THE PACK INCLUDES

6G ELECTRIC GOLD MEDIUM
1X GLUE
6G METALLIC SILVER MEDIUM
6G OCEAN BLUE MEDIUM
1X STENCIL (CARACOLA)

Biodegradable Glitter, microplastics free. Bioglitter has been awarded and tested as “OK Biodegradable WATER” by TÜV and Complies with Global Cosmetic and rinse off legislation. It biodegrades in nature!

They have two types of Cosmetic Glitter:
• Pure: which is 100% plastic-free.
• Sparkle: 92% plastic-free.

They have a third type of glitter special for crafts, called Deco, also 92% plastic-free.

They have different sizes and colors for all types.

DAY & NIGHT Sample Pack $30.00


This new skincare brand is called This Stuff Goes Bad because fresh ingredients go bad!

They use zero preservatives in their body butter, so just like a raw jar of coconut oil, it will keep for about 6-12 months. Without chemicals and preservatives, there is so much more room for fresh and powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in this moisturizer.

Ingredients are all sourced from organic and fair trade suppliers, the packaging is all made of recycled materials, and the shipping is completely carbon neutral. Because all women deserve beautiful skin, and mama earth deserves our love too.
INGREDIENTS (AND THEIR PURPOSE)
DAY: shea butter (get yo vitamins and moisturize), cocoa butter (moisturizes, improves blood flow, and smells like cake), jojoba oil (similar to your natural skin oils, helps to regulate your body's oil production), zinc oxide (sun protection), blood orange essential oil (wake up and smell the oranges), and lemon essential oil (brighten your skin and your senses)

NIGHT: shea butter (get yo vitamins and moisturize), cocoa butter (moisturizes, improves blood flow, and smells like cake), jojoba oil (similar to your natural skin oils, helps to regulate your body's oil production), rosehip seed oil (reduces scarring and evens skin tone), lavender essential oil (calm tf down), and chamomile essential oil (relax your muscles, too)

Brocato Supersilk Smooth Hair Travel Kit $24.99


Beautopia Hair is a professional hair salon care company dedicated to making hair stronger and healthier.  
Many people are hesitant about going to the salon since the pandemic began back in March and they want to offer amazing tools and products for an at-home hairstyle and self-care session.

EXCLUSIVE NANO SILK: Offers anti frizz volume control while smoothing, strengthening, and detangling
SMOOTH AND SLEEK: Sericin silk protein nourishes and protects each strand and gives dry, damaged hair a smooth silky feel
BRILLIANT SHINE: Hydrating and restorative macadamia seed oil leaves your locks shiny and healthy
DEEP CONDITIONING: Silk amino acids supply all types of hair with more moisture for a softer feel
BONUS GIFT SET: Color safe, sulfate and paraben-free leave-in treatment are available in 4 oz., and in a limited time bonus gift set.

Thesis is an organic, vegan, sustainable beauty brand where all products are below $50 (max price is $37).
They'd like to propose one of their bestsellers - an award-winning 100% organic Patchouli Cream.

100% organic Patchouli Cream - a wonderful aromatherapy cream for hands, body, and head to toe application. Relieve holiday stress and feed your skin all at the same time. Based on mostly RAW and fair traded ingredients (shea butter and coconut oil) for superior nourishment and hydration.. 

Exceptionally rich and moisturizing, this organic raw shea butter-based cream features grounding, earthy scent of organic, well-blended Patchouli + Geranium. Absorbs easily, preserves and replenishes skin's moisture, and provides the ultimate, lasting comfort for skin and senses.

YES: 100% Organic Ingredients • Gluten-free • Non-GMO • Preservative-free • Vegan • Hypoallergenic 

NO: petrochemicals, mineral oil, petrolatum, parabens, phthalates, sulfates, detergents, palm oil, synthetic fragrances or dyes - or any synthetic chemicals whatsoever.


Lexi Fleur Argan Body Cream $10.00


Concrete Fleur is an all-natural body care products company.
 The 'Lexi Fleur Argan Body Cream' ($35 - 8oz jar) smells amazing, filled with skin-loving vitamins, and helps with dry and irritated skin. It's a high-end sophisticated scent with coconut oil, argan oil, and essential oils.     

An all-natural luxurious, creamy, lightweight, whipped body cream, that is non-greasy. This is a high-end sophisticated scent for the woman that wants luxury and elegance. 

The top notes of Lexi Fleur Argan Body Creamincorporate Sweet Orange, Crisp Bergamot, and Juicy Grapefruit with a beautiful rose. A heavenly scent is created of pure sweet jasmine, along with tropical litchi, while the base notes carry a combination of minty patchouli, grassy vetiver, creamy vanilla, and warm musk.

This cream is loaded with skin-loving vitamins. It melts onto your skin to improve the softness; you can even use it on your face and your entire body to moisturize. It helps to alleviate dry skin that is dull, itchy, and easily irritated. It is free of Parabens & Urea, free of mineral oil and petroleum.


Non-Toxic + Vegan Nail Polish in 08 Blue Velvet $18.00


Habit Cosmetics, makers of the world’s leading clean nail polish, are thrilled to announce their new line of organic, vegan, and sustainably packaged multi-use colors and highlighters. The new products represent a move to the mainstream for Habit’s green beauty products.
 
The new line builds on Habit’s massively popular range of clean, multi-tasking nail polishes. Every multi-use color and highlighter is made from certified organic and vegan sources and is formulated with a proprietary blend of seven plant-based emollients for smooth, versatile application and day-long moisturizing. Every element of the line is specifically designed to be multipurpose, and the range of colors reflects Habit’s six years of providing trendy but easily wearable options for women of all skin tones.
 
“For too long, non-toxic cosmetics have been marketed as fringe products,” notes Habit Founder Aja Frierson, a fashion industry colorist. “That meant settling for outdated colors, sub-par formulations, and thoughtless product design, all because green beauty products were considered alternatives to mainstream cosmetics. But natural beauty has never been out of style. Our new line puts clean, versatile, high-performance makeup where it belongs: at the center of the conversation.”

What is it?
Blue Velvet is a rich and enigmatic dark denim blue. Whether you’re Dorothy Vallens or Lana del Rey, this hypnotic shade will have you channeling your seductive songstress side in no time.

Why you'll love it:
A healthier Habit, our polish is made with a vegan, cruelty-free, toxin-free formula and infused with Myrrh extract to improve nail strength
Guilt-free packaging: Habit polish is the only polish packaged with recycled plastic components, biodegradable bamboo overcaps to keep plastic use to a minimum, and FSC-certified paperboard boxes
Trend relevant yet wearable colors curated by a former fashion industry colorist
Additional info:
Free of Toluene, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, TPP, DBP, Isobutylphenoxy Epoxy Resin, Xylene and Parabens
PETA-certified vegan and cruelty-free, gluten-free
Shimmer finish
Made in the USA

Stocking Stuffer Set $36.00


WHAT IT IS: SNAP! Everyone needs clean hands. SNAP is a luxury hand sanitizer that this brand created after their own struggles of applying hand sanitizer on the go with the gel. 

SNAP Clean Hands is easy to use, easy to apply, and smells great to make all on the go experiences much easier and cleaner at the same time. This bundle has three single applicators complete with each fragrance from our 'Original Collection'. The perfect little gift to share with your friends, family, colleagues, hairdresser, manicurist, or even the mailman. Everyone loves small reminders of your gratitude during the holidays and what better way than keeping them clean & safe.

ALL ABOUT SNAP clean hands
• Unlike other sanitizers, SNAP has a cartridge system. You purchase the easy-to-use applicator that is a SPRAY, not a gel, and then easily change out various different scents.
• To apply, you twist the bottle and with one SNAP, your hands are clean and good to go.
• The ingredients in SNAP clean hands are paraben-free, SLS free with no artificial dyes, and 75% alcohol to ensure 99.9% of germs are eliminated. We have also added in aloe and vitamin E as moisturizing elements.

The gift set comes with our SNAP applicator and two additional scents for the perfect stocking stuffer!

KIskanu Hemp CBD Facial Oil 1oz $40.00

https://calmbetterdays.co/product/kiskanu-facial-oil-1oz/

KISKANU’S SOOTHING CBD FACE OIL WILL LEAVE YOUR SKIN FEELING SILKY SMOOTH WHILE FIGHTING AGING AND BALANCING YOUR NATURAL SKIN OILS.

This gentle oil is excellent for all skin types as well as for those with sensitive skin. To deeply moisturize your skin, they use only the finest cold-pressed virgin, organic oils including sunflower, argan, coconut, and jojoba. In their CBD Face Oil, they utilize rose geranium for its wound-healing properties and ability to soothe blemishes and inflammation and calm anxiety and irritation. The anti-bacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties of the Face Oil are also useful in fighting acne and other skin irritations. CBD provides pain relief, reduces inflammation, and relaxes muscle spasms.

Hemp and calendula are both antispasmodic and can help with facial tension, headaches, achy jaws, and more. Lavender is a known pain reliever, antifungal, antibacterial, antispasmodic, and aids in wound and blemish healing. Wild carrot is a gentle cell rejuvenator and an excellent first line of defense for supporting aging or environmentally stressed skin.  Finally, their CBD Face Oil is high in Vitamins A and E to promote youthful skin through collagen formation, leaving skin looking lustrous and radiant.

This brand also provides free consultations to customers. Often people do not know how to use plant medicine properly and so they teach on the CBD basics and finds that people have better results. CBD is not one size fits all. 

Organic Revitalizing Night Cream $29.99


Block Island Organics say that having confidence can enhance anyone's well being. They know women feel more confident when their skin looks and feels good. They say that women out there working with their skin glowing makes them feel more powerful. The perfect gift for the woman in your life.

With Block Island’s natural beauty in mind, this night cream is packed with organic ingredients like avocado, rosehip, lotus bean, and more to develop a product rich in botanicals and natural antioxidants. The result is a facial moisturizer dense in vitamin C and vitamin E that deeply nourishes the skin.

Environmental Working Group (EWG) Top Rated Lotion
Rich in Antioxidants like Vitamin C & E to Refresh Skin Through the Night

Organic & Natural Ingredients Keep Skin Healthy and Vibrant
No Parabens, Gluten, PABA, Sulfates, Phthalates, Dyes, Silicone, or Fragrance
Not Tested on Animals, Cruelty-Free
Hydrating Non-Greasy Vegan Formula
2 oz / 60 ml (carry-on travel approved)

EWG Top Rated:
They’re proud to say that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) rates their night cream a low hazard – the best rating achievable. This stamp of approval is a continued sign of their dedication to quality, safe, and effective products.

Organic & Natural Ingredients:
They know ingredients are important that’s why they use only the highest quality ones in their night cream.
From cocoa butter to rosehip to avocado to aloe vera to jojoba and more. Their non-toxic organic ingredients moisturize even the most sensitive skin.
Plus, because your safety and product quality are of utmost importance, it’s also paraben-free, gluten-free, PABA free, sulfate-free, phthalate-free, dye-free, silicone-free, fragrance-free, and never tested on animals.

Moisturizing Yet Lightweight and Non-Greasy:
Developing a night cream that moisturizes while not feeling heavy or overbearing on the face is the Holy Grail.
It’s a delicate balance to achieve by using a proprietary blend of ingredients specifically weighted to be moisturizing yet non-greasy. 
No clogging, Antioxidant, Anti-Aging, and UV Benefits
For your skin’s well being they filled the formula with antioxidants like vitamin C & E using ingredients such as rosehip, burdock, lotus bean, aloe, blueberry, red clover, tocopherol, and more.

Why? Studies show that vitamin C can be an effective anti-aging ingredient while vitamin E protects against the effects of sun exposure after sundown.
That’s why they packed their night cream with these powerful, nourishing vitamins.

Perfect For All Skin Types
The night cream is formulated with even the most sensitive skin in mind. They use gentle organic and natural botanical ingredients to create a non-greasy, yet moisturizing product.
This makes it a great daily moisturizer for normal, dry, oily, or combination skin for both women and men.
It’s truly an all-around product.

Where, When, and How to Apply
Formulated for the face and neck, our night cream is the perfect addition to your evening skincare routine. Its antioxidants like vitamin C and E help revitalize through the night.
It’s also terrific in the morning when combined with an SPF product and can be used as an eye cream as well.
After washing your face, it’s best to apply the cream when the skin is damp to lock in moisture. Apply gently, using your fingertips in a circular motion. Use a dollop about a nickel size and add more if you need it.
Their night cream will have you covered from AM to PM and all the times in between.

CBD Topical Salve (250 mg) $40.00


CBD Topical Salve (250 mg)
The Sisters of the Valley CBD topical cream is a topical or 'rub-on' salve with multiple uses. 
Volume: 2 oz. (60 ml) of CBD topical salve.
Dosage: Contains >250 mg of CBD per jar.

What the Sisters of The Valley CBD salves are made of:
The CBD topical cream is made with hemp-based CBD, coconut oil, beeswax, vitamin E, and the Sister’s special blend of concentrate. 

How the Sisters of The Valley CBD salves are made:
The Sisters of the Valley make all their products by moon cycles, to honor our ancient mothers. They are prepared in a spiritual environment, with prayers for the people sewn into every bottle and jar. 

Product formulation:
This CBD salve contains the following ingredients:
77.2% solid coconut oil infused with hemp
14.5% beeswax
3.8% liquid coconut oil infused with hemp
1.6% Vitamin E oil
1.5% calendula oil,
1.4% lavender oil.  

Is this safe?
These products are not psychoactive. 
They will not get a person 'high'. 
They are not addictive.
They will not cause a person to fail a drug test.

Product guarantee:
All products are lab-tested for potency.
Lab tests available upon request and provided with product shipment.
Handmade by the Sisters of the Valley in cooperation with earth and sun.

Experience the magic of these Sleep and Awake Sheet Masks with this 4 Piece Multi-Pack. Argan Oil, Essential Oils, and other clean skin-loving ingredient join forces to bring you radiant skin.

Tip: Rub the serum down your neck for extra pampering!

What's inside: Argan oil, Provitamin B5, Provitamin B3, Glycerin, Essential oils

This shop does not only have sheet masks but an entire skincare and lip care line that is organic and cruelty-free!


Rejuvenating Cleansers $35.00

https://gorgeousrx.com/collections/facial-cleansers/products/rejuvenating-cleansers

Gorgeousrx is created and owned by Dr. Sonya Johnson, a board-certified dermatologist that has had her own dermatology practice in Indiana for over 20 years. Skincare products for all skincare types that are free of cruelty and free of chemicals.  Gorgeousrx is located in Indiana.

Description
Gentle, sulfate-free Revitalizing Cleanser removes makeup, oil, and impurities, while conditioning and soothing sensitive skin with rich botanical extracts.

Benefits:
Contains a rich, anti-aging peptide complex with 11 botanical essential oils and extracts, including Clary Sage, Galanga, and Aloe.
Cleanses, conditions and invigorates sensitive skin leaving it soft, smooth, and visibly younger-looking
Hydrates skin with essential anti-aging nutrients, including Vitamin C and E.
Protects the skin’s natural barrier through light lathering, preventing it from being overly dry.
Cleanses dirt and impurities without irritation.

Directions:
Apply cleanser over wet face and work into lather. Rinse with water and pat dry. Can be used twice daily or as directed by a physician.

Ingredient Highlights:
Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Clary Sage Extract, Galanga Root Extract, Aloe Extract, Cucumber Fruit Extract, Orange Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Lime Leaf Oil, Ginger Root Oil.

Inactive Ingredients:
Deionized Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Glycol Distearate, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Sclareolide (Clary Sage) Extract, Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract,  Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Leaf Oil, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Glycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone

Light Pink Duo $29.98


Our company, Celeb Luxury, is the creator of the color depositing shampoo and conditioner category and is the “1stClean Hair Color” on the market. 

They have a line sold through professionals, salons, and online (Gem Lites/Viral $35-$40), and a newly launched food/drug/mass brand, No Fade Fresh ($14.99). 

The products come in a variety of shades – from traditional browns, blondes, and reds to pastels and vibrant colors from pink to blue. 

All the products contain a bond rebuilder to heal hair, and are 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and can be applied in the shower in 2-5 minutes. 
Their products are multicultural.
Refresh & maintain your color tone in 2-5 mins. It’s simple in the shower.
Create color on bleached & color-treated blonde hair in 2-5 mins. It’s simple in the shower.
For browns with bleached highlights. Light Pink color will only show up on highlighted pieces.
For a brighter color re-apply & use daily.


RevitaleyeZ 4in1 Facial Wipes $15.99


Eyitude's focus is biocompatible eye area skincare made with ingredients that only nourish and rejuvenate. Their philosophy is to keep combining science with nature, using cutting edge formulas that are clinically proven - mixing only the best in botanicals and synthetics that are healthy. Their approach is holistic with a firm commitment to using only the “good,” without all the “bad” to continually care for the most delicate part of the face. It's time to show them what you're made of!

Eyitude's do-it-all facial wipes are your solution for: Cleansing + Moisturizing + Rejuvenation + Protection
Why It Works:
Durable enough to lift makeup, dirt, and oil with ease
Biodegradable wipes and solar made packaging safe for you and mother nature
Gentle fibers and ingredients suitable for all skin types - including sensitive skin
Their Promise: cruelty-free, sulfate-free, alcohol-free, vegan, gmo-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, gluten-free, peg free, oil-free.

Illuminate Enzyme Mask With Pro-Verte™ Complex $45.00


Named one of five “Hot Derms” by Harper’s Bazaar and listed as one of the top cosmetic surgeons by Town & Country, Tattler, Vogue, NY Times, and More Magazine, Dr. Karyn Grossman is a renowned board-certified dermatologist. Her patients, which include some of the most famous faces in the world flock to her because of her deep commitment to natural-looking results. 

After years of practicing, Dr. Grossman recognized that inflammation is at the root of numerous skin concerns and saw a need for products that address this crucial issue. Her work with some of the biggest names in skincare, like Estee Lauder, inspired her to develop her own line. It was important to her that these products were founded in nature’s potent, yet safe and gentle properties. 

Karyng’s essential products are uniquely formulated and PH Balanced with 90% natural 10% bio-engineered ingredients. Karyng’s active, high-performance ingredients target the key signs of aging: fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, uneven pigmentation, inflammation, and dullness to help deliver a fresh, youthful appearance. 

Rich antioxidants combat and help the skin. Every product in the line contains exclusive Pro-Verte Technology, a naturally based patented proprietary complex designed to maximize anti-aging results. 

Patented Pro-Verte™, a proprietary anti-aging complex combines Papain, a natural brightening exfoliating enzyme derived from papaya and quartz to gently exfoliate the skin, unlike harsh physical exfoliants.  The results are brighter illuminated skin and a more radiant polished skin.

Use: For all skin types: Apply AM and PM on cleansed skin. Avoid the eye area.  To use an exfoliating cleanser apply to face, massage until blue, and then rise off.   For more intense brightening apply to face, massage until blue, and leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water. 

All KARYNG™ products strive to avoid controversial ingredients in the products and packaging. Free of parabens, propylene or butylene glycols, phthalates, and BPA. They do not include dimethicone, petroleum, BHA’s, PEG’s, TEA, DEA, or synthetic fragrances. 

All products are gluten-free, vegan, and not tested on animals. In addition, the paper for their cartons is harvested from a sustainable forest.

DEVELOPED WITH INGREDIENTS TO HELP: Brighten and lighten skin, Clear pores, Improve skin, texture, and appearance, Exfoliate dead skin cells, Absorb oils and impurities, Improve sebum control barrier within the skin, Improve skin renewal, Scavenger free radicals, Tighten pores, Sooth skin.

ProVerte™ Complex – A patented natural anti-inflammatory complex combined with the latest innovations in skincare to help repair and restructure the skin.

Papaine- An enzyme isolated from papaya, lightens and smooths skin, accelerating blood circulation, and improving skin function.

Bentonite - A natural purifying and absorbent clay consisting mainly of montmorillonite. It contains a variety of minerals and works to remove toxins, excess sebum, heavy metals, and impurities.

Olive oil - contains essential fatty acids dry skin needs, including oleic, palmitic, and linoleic acids
Swertia Chirata Leaf - Creates a new epidermis faster because of the production of a high quantity of growth factors
Quartz- a natural exfoliant, gently smooths and brightens skin
Beauty Lounge is a family-owned beauty boutique located in Sherwood Park, AB. Crème de la Crème is shaking up the Canadian beauty scene by being the first ever boutique in Canada to offer niche services and products that have been designed, created, and manufactured in house! Artisanal beauty products designed to enhance your look.  

Unique handmade beauty products such as eyelashes, makeup, & nail polish. Made by hand in small batches, their makeup and beauty accessories are a step above the ordinary. They are proud to create unique handmade beauty products, manufacturing our products in small batches with fine ingredients sourced from ethical suppliers all over the world!

Keep your eye shadow crease free and vibrant! Prime RealEYEstate Eyeshadow Base is made with polymer technology for a smooth-buttery application, and it keeps your eye shadow looking fresh all day!

Prime RealEYEstate Eyeshadow Base is made with feather light polymer technology that smooths fines lines, blurs while creating the perfect canvas for your eyeshadow application.

How to use: Gently sweep a thin layer onto eyelids, blending with fingertips until all the product has been evenly distributed on lids. Allow Prime RealEYEstate Eyeshadow Base to set for a few seconds, then follow with your favorite Crème de la Crème eyeshadow.

CLEAN SKINCARE STARTER KIT: NORMAL + COMBINATION KIT $49

https://www.larkskinco.com/collections/skincare-kits/products/clean-skincare-starter-kit-normal-and-blemish-prone

Lark Skin Co., a natural skincare company focused on empowering women, features completely clean products handmade in St. Louis, Missouri. In an industry that profits off insecurities, Lark Skin Co. stands out with the focus to elevate women through clean products, empowering platforms, and women-supporting community donations.

They’ve created three limited-edition Starter Kits to help you begin your clean beauty journey. Each kit includes a cleanser, toner, and facial oil. Choose the kit that’s right for you and your skin type and get glowing!

Our Normal + Combination Kit (Previously our Normal + Blemish Prone Kit) includes a 3-step regimen to discover all-natural, clarifying-meets-hydrating skincare. Best for everyday use, on-the-go, and travel. This kit contains:

1 oz Neroli + Lavender Cleansing Balm
1 oz Aloe + Lime Purifying Toner
1 oz (full-size) Rosehip + Citrus Facial Oil
Their products are 100% natural + never made with parabens, sulfates, PEGS, phthalates, silicones, or mineral oil. The products are never tested on animals.

To be fair, I have to let you know that I did not test any of these items. These shops work hard to get their products seen, so it may be a good idea to contact them if you have questions about these items. 😍

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day

Renata (Seadbeady) 



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Wednesday 11 November 2020

How To Start A Fashion Blog

Hi There….. Are you in need of some blogging education? Would you like to know how to start a Fashion blog?

Ah, this must be your lucky day because I am going to tell you all about it. 😁

Fashion and Beauty blogs are popular. Both among readers and bloggers because with a successful Fashion or Beauty blog, you can earn money.

Not that gaining money is my goal, on the contrary, I haven’t earned a cent. All I seek is Fame and Fun, trying out the occasional new product, and most of all the fun I get from sharing my thoughts with you. 😃

But you may wonder, how do you start a Fashion blog? And most of all, how do you distinguish yourself from all those other wannabe Fashion bloggers, like I am? 😨

Picture by Enrique Meseguer on Pixabay

That’s why today I wanted to give you some advice on How to start a Fashion blog.

First, you need to know what topics to include. So that is the first question you have to ask yourself. Will you write about Fashion do’s and don’ts, personal Fashion preferences, Fashion tips like Haute couture news, or what people wear on the street? Or maybe you want to write about celebrities, speak your mind about their clothing? Or you never know, maybe you are interested in handmade Fashion and reviews just like me? 😲

At first, my goal was to promote my Etsy shop with handmade jewelry. I needed to close my shop, but the love for blogging grew on me, so I kept my blog running. In the beginning, I gave free blog posts to Etsy shops from the people I knew. Handmade is still very important to me because I have been a small shop owner. The reviewing part on my blog came to be a lot later because you need to build an audience at first. 


STEP 1

That’s why your first step to becoming a Fashion blogger is to answer this question: Why do you want to start a Fashion blog? Are you doing it to have fun or are you in it for the money?

STEP 2

What part of Fashion would you like to talk about? You need to narrow it down because you can’t talk about everything that happens in Fashion, that is practically impossible. Decide for yourself which subjects you want to write about.

Here are a few examples: Mom Fashion, Kid’s Fashion, Vintage Fashion, Curvy women Fashion, and so on.

Try to choose something that you have a link with and know a few things about, and try to stand out. Maybe it’s a good idea to check out some of your competitors? What do others write about? This may be a great blog to get some inspiration. https://www.whowhatwear.co.uk/

Defining this niche will make it easier for your readers to relate to you. They will know what to expect. 

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STEP 3

Think about a fitting name for your blog. Make it understandable, easy to spell, and something that people will remember. Google the name first to make sure nobody else is using it.

STEP 4

Who do you want to write for? What is your target audience? Are you writing for moms, businesswomen, pregnant women, men, a certain age group, people from a specific area on the map?

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STEP 5

When you have answered those questions, it is time to think about the platform you want to use for your blog. Some great blogging platforms that offer free web hosting are WordPress.com, Tumblr.com, Typepad.com, and Blogger.com. If I am honest, I really don't know that much about the pro's and con's of these, so I am going to direct you to another site. https://www.bloggingbasics101.com/choosing-a-blogging-platform-quick-reference/

STEP 6

Make a cool look for your blog in order to stand out. Make sure your theme is suitable for the many photos and pictures you will post. No need to worry about this too much because you can always change it afterward. 

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STEP 7

Be sure to think thoroughly about your profile. It is important to present yourself well and let people know who you are. This makes it easier for your readers to relate to you. Pick a great profile picture and keep it up to date. Write an about page and let people know why you started your blog.

STEP 8

Time to write and get your blog post out there. Be consistent and publish at least one new blog post a week. It's all a question of how much time you have. Better to write one great post than to do 2 or 3 mediocre ones. Choose quality over quantity.

Picture by Diggity Marketing on Pixabay

STEP 9

If you can and feel up to it, try to learn a bit about SEO before you write. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. Learning about SEO will make you rank higher in search engine results and generate traffic to your blog! 

STEP 10

Start publishing that post of yours on all your Social Media Channels. You can read my blog post on how to Promote your blog post. https://seadbeady.blogspot.com/2020/08/7-great-ways-to-promote-your-blog.html

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STEP 11

Try to find some Influencer platforms that have opportunities for bloggers. If you decide you want to monetize your blog, get into affiliate marketing.

Remember, you are not the only fashion blogger out there, so try to stand out. Stick to your niche, idea, and don't suddenly change it overnight because that would confuse your followers. Use your unique style of voice and don't just copy others. 

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 

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Saturday 7 November 2020

What are the Fall Fashion Trends for this year - part 2

Hi There..... How was your day yesterday? How about I give you some more insight on the Fall Fashion Trends for this Year?


First, let me tell you more about my yesterday before I dive into those Fall Fashion Trends. I had my 4-year-old granddaughter come over, so that’s always tiring but enjoyable. My body gives me more than enough warning signs that it needs some rest, but I just try to ignore my pain and enjoy those moments. Today I pay the price for crossing that line, but it’s more than worth it. 😀

She is an only kid, and I always feel sorry for her having nobody to play with. That’s why I always try to play with her as if I’m her playmate. What on earth are you thinking with your twisted mind? I am talking about some kind of school buddy, nothing more. 😂

What she likes the most is when I give voice to her toys, dolls, barbies, or handkerchiefs even. You would lose it if you saw me, but I don’t care about making a fool of myself as long as she loves it. The twinkle in her eyes says it all, and a happy granddaughter makes a happy grandmother.

I finally got to show her the fabric I bought to sew her a dress and am so glad she loved it, especially the fact that it had a lovely gold and silver glitter.



I know it’s quite dark, but this fall is a lot about a dark retro vibe. On a site called WMFJ, I found something regarding fashion that I just had to quote ‘Actually a fashion trend is like a wheel. It will rotate and there is always a repeat at every point. What is trending today will repeat itself in the future, for example in 30 or 40 years? Who knows?’. 

I have seen this happen more than once, and it always makes me smile. Thinking oh my, I remember wearing those kinds of things back when I was young. Yep, I'm old. 😁

For example, those big flower prints, plaids and tartans, fringes, leather jackets, and last but not least those leopard prints that have come back. I used to wear those big flower prints when I just got married and now they are all coming back. 

If I make it to 80, and am still writing, I might talk to you about seeing things come back for the second time. Darn, why didn’t I keep my clothes in a locker to get them out again after 30 or 40 years?

Just like in my previous blog post, I asked some other Fashion Bloggers for some fall outfits I could share with you. I am always curious to see what others have in their wardrobe? 

This first look is by Emily, who is from New York


The second one is by Lucy, who is from South Yorkshire

The third look for today is by Laura, who is from New York 


And last but not least Tatiana's look, who is from The Netherlands

So tell me, which is your favorite? Would you wear one of these looks?

If you are interested you can read the previous post I made on Fall/Winter Fashion Trends - https://seadbeady.blogspot.com/2020/10/what-are-fallwinter-trends-for-this-year.html

Hope you like my blog post.Until next time. Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 



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Wednesday 4 November 2020

How to pamper yourself with an Exceptional Cup of Tea - Flora Tea - Tea Flower

Hi There..... Are you a tea drinker? Have you ever heard of a Tea Flower? Maybe you like to pamper yourself with an exceptional cup of tea?

I would be quite curious to know more about this tea flower for sure because I am an avid tea drinker. 😋

Coffee is just not my cup of tea. Isn’t that a marvelous quote? I can’t quote the author because he seems to be unknown. The only one that used to drink coffee at home, when I was a kid, was my mum. My dad was a real Anglophile, he loved everything from Great Britain, including the English language. From all of Great Britain, Wales was his favorite destination.

My first visit to Wales was when I was 5. If I remember it properly, it was in a house we rented together with our Aunt (my dad’s youngest sister), Uncle, and Niece. I may have been just 5 but I remember very well my first English words were ‘push please’. No, no, I’m no pushover, or am I? 😧

Perhaps someday I will tell you all about my trials and tribulations, just not today. All I wished was for them to push me on the swing in the house’s backyard. There were some local kids we used to play with, and they taught us our first English words. 😄

I have some fond memories of our visits to Welsh Castles, villages with authentic clothing from the Middle-Ages, and teahouses. What stuck most with me were the Welsh teahouses with their delicious scones and their very special glass of tea. If you come across one, just go inside, I bet you won’t regret it.

Can you understand my excitement when they accepted me to try out these amazing tea flowers from Flora Tea? 😃

I bet you haven't heard of Tea Flowers either. They come in 10 different flavors at the moment and you can pair those tea flavors with the most beautiful glass.

Flora Tea bases their teas on green tea leaves. They say green tea reduces nausea, pain, stress, and it helps to speed up the metabolism. It also reduces the negative effects of our LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and increases the effect of HDL (good cholesterol). 

If you ask me, you can't go wrong with green tea. My first experiment was their 'Jasmine with Love' - Green tea and Jasmine - Not sure if it was good for me because I almost got high. Haha, no, it was just the scent of Jasmine that was incredibly hard to resist. Far out my favorite of the 3 teas they chose for me to taste. It's such a delicate taste, and I loved it. 


Even though the process of this flower unfolding was fairly simple in comparison with the other 2, it was by far the prettiest result, if you ask me. 

My second experiment was the 'Summer Love' - Green Tea, Carnation, and Osmanthus - it was fascinating to watch this flower open up. You could compare it to a fast-paced video of a blooming flower. Let me show you some pictures I took during the process. 😊





Amazing, Isn't it? I would however recommend using more water than I did because mine was too strong first but nothing a bit of extra water couldn't fix. Rookie mistake, haha, we learn by trial and error. Hey, I never said I was perfect. 😁 

The tea was truly enjoyable too, and it lingered on my tongue for the longest time. 

The last one I got to try was their Flying Snow - Green Tea, Marigold, and Coconut Fruit Fiber - This one was amazing to watch too but I am sorry to say it was not my cup of tea. A bit too bitter for me, but just a hint of bitterness can be too much for me, so for all I know, this could be your favorite. 

If you are interested in tasting them you need to know that these products are exclusive and only available at Flora Tea. There are some other interesting facts too about this shop. 😮

The individual tea leaves are hand-tied with the selected dried aromatic flowers to form a ball. They only use the best tea leaves from the first harvest on the plantations in China and Japan. 

Their tea flowers won the Great Taste Awards, a prestigious gastronomic event held annually in the UK.

In recent years, the entire collection has been awarded, and some received the highest rating of 3 stars.

They also awarded them at The International Taste Institute in Brussels with the Superior Taste Award. 

Impressive, Isn't it? 

You can follow them on these Social Media Channels: 

https://www.facebook.com/florateaholland

https://www.instagram.com/flora_tea_holland/

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 

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Saturday 31 October 2020

Where To Find Handmade Earrings and a Crochet Bikini - Yota Beachwear

Hi There..... Are you also dreaming of long walks on a white sandy beach, wearing some cute crochet bikini and handmade earrings? The wind whistling softly in your ear, the salty smell of the ocean? 

I just can’t wait for this cold, dark period to be in the past. It’s about time all this Corona madness is over. All this craziness makes me long for springtime even more. 😟

What did you say? Ah, of course, you aren’t used to the gloomy side of me. We had better ditch that part of me and get the sunny side up. Just flip me over like an egg. That’s what we need in such unpleasant times. No, not eggs, my cheerful side. 😁

My mom used to call me the sunshine in the house, I was always in a good mood. My positive spirit would rub off on her, she used to say. For instance, although I hated doing the dishes terribly, I would still sing. I noticed that I don’t sing anymore during the dishes, but that’s most likely because the dishwasher does them. It is quite different because I have never heard the machine sing. Wouldn’t that be a bright idea, a singing dishwasher? 😂

Ok, back to the thought of those sunny beaches. Imagine yourself on a tropical beach. You are laying on your beach towel in your brand new crocket bikini with those gorgeous handmade earrings. Isn’t that a wonderful thought? 😀

That’s the idea Yota Beachwear had in mind when she was in lockdown back in May. She’d learned how to crochet when she was about 7 or 8 years old. Meanwhile, growing up, she created a lot of pieces but never took her talent to the next level.

Because of this quarantine period, she had a lot of spare time on her hands. She realized she wanted to do something useful. Making crochet bikinis made sense, since she lives close to the beach and travels around with her van. Later on, she also added crochet tops, bags, and earrings to her collection. She likes the idea that any woman has a bikini body no matter what. 😊

I love the thought behind her idea. Women should learn to love their bodies. Even the most beautiful people will tell you they would like to change a few things on their bodies. Society created the perfect image in our heads and this so-called perfect body. 😜

Oh wow, I just realized, I must be totally like them. I can’t see myself modeling for a picture in a crochet bikini or some other beachwear. I didn’t mind showing off these cute handmade earrings she gifted me, though. 😄






Now I am the proud owner of some unique handmade earrings. Maybe you should follow this link to her Instagram to check out all her cute beachwear. I can tell you already that she makes some incredible crochet bikinis and tops.  Here are a few examples of those lovely handmade creations.




Wouldn't you want one of those for your next trip to the beach? Not that I am an expert, but I think they are delightful.

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 

Behind every unique handmade piece is a lot of hard work. It's a labor of love, and every piece you buy will make someone's day a happy day. 

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Wednesday 21 October 2020

What are The Fall Fashion Trends for this Year - Bohemian Chic

Hi There..... Are you interested in the Fall Fashion trends for this year?

Vogue Paris says that the winter mantra is an allure of outside-the-box, timeless style. It comes in a mix of all kinds of trends, from romanticism and darkness, bohemian chic and bourgeoisie, to sexy charms and extra volume. They say you can adapt it to your personality and pick exactly what suits you from here and there to construct your style.

Sounds like fun to me if you can do whatever you want. 😁

One of those styles that’s on the rise is Bohemian chic. They highlight this style, with intricate embroidery and rich fabrics. 

I read on Wikipedia that many elements of this bohemian chic style became popular in the late 1960s and some date even back much further to the mid-late-19th century. It became even more popular after Sienna Miller, a British American actress, her appearance at the Glastonbury Festival in 2004. 

A Bohemian is an original inhabitant of Bohemia, the western part of Czechia. It’s the French word for the gypsies in France who claimed to be from Bohemia. This is the way it became the name for Roma or Gypsies in France.

That is how I most remember it as gypsies. When I was a young girl, I remember there were always gypsies camping in the meadow outside the village. They were very poor and looked shabby and anything but clean. People always taught us to avoid them because they were thieves. I can’t say if those were rumors or if it was true because I was too young. 😇

Maybe the biggest problem was that they had their own culture and lifestyle and did not conform to our norms and cultures. They were against materialism and their highest priority was freedom, individualism, and creativity. So maybe that’s why the majority did not accept them. As far as I know, their kids didn’t go to school either, so there was nothing they had in common with the people from our town. 😯

The Bohemian chic style of today looks a lot similar to the traditional gypsy style costumes. The long wide skirts with many prints and colors, wide shirts and cardigans, ponchos, large and lots of jewelry with stones, feathers, beads, symbols, and leather. Everything is possible and allowed in this Boho-chic style as long as it makes you feel beautiful. 😃

I asked some other Fashion Bloggers if they had some fall fashion outfits that I could share with you. I am always interested to see what others are wearing, aren’t you? 😉

This first look is from Lindsey, who is from a small town in Wisconsin.


The second look down below is from Kari, who is from New York City.


This third look is from Yana, who is from Antwerp.


This fourth and last one is from Nancy, who is from the Netherlands.


Would you wear one of those four? Let me know what you like and if you would want me to share more of these kinds of posts 😀

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 



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Sunday 18 October 2020

My Visit to the FlemishTram and Bus Museum (VlaTam)

Hi There..... Have you ever been to the Flemish Tram and Bus Museum (VlaTam)?

Yesterday, I went to the nocturne there with my sister to meet up with a friend of the family that we hadn't seen for about 30 years. I hope you weren't waiting on my blog post to appear for too long. Yes, the tram museum nocturne was in the evening, but my sister and I met up sooner and went out for dinner to an Indian restaurant. 😋

The VlaTam museum tells the history of tram and bus transport in Flanders. You can find the collection of trams and buses in the protected Berchem tram shed of Groenenhoek.

The over 50 restored vehicles provide an overview of more than a hundred years of urban and regional transport. Eye-catchers in the collection of the Vlatam include the first electric tram in Antwerp and a steam tram locomotive with trailer and stove heating. Photos and many objects - models, attributes, art, flags ... - tell us about daily life in and around trams and buses. They have an archive and lots of paper documentation.

The Antwerp tram started in 1873 as a horse tram company. The Compagnie Générale des Tramways d'Anvers (CGTA)  took over these former tram companies on January 1 of 1900, and they took the first electric trams into service on September 2, 1902. At first, there was a mixed service with horse trams, but after a while, all horse trams disappeared from the Antwerp streets. You can find more information about the trams in Antwerp on this page of Wikipedia.

The tour started with this Motorcar 200 that made its appearance as the first electric tram, but it still looks like a lot like the horse tram. 😊


This tram had curtains in the beginning when they came in service, but because some people used those curtains to blow their noses or to clean their sweat, they took those curtains away again. 


Can you imagine that, pretty Gross, isn't it? 😝

The tram drivers called the tram below the Brilletjes (little spectacles) because they received a chassis from constructor Brill. They made them extra elegant but less powerful to serve in particular to bring the wealthier ladies to the city to have a coffee, and thus they also received the nickname the madammekes (little ladies). 😊


I used to remember taking the tram back home from school and it would be full of elderly ladies going home from their coffee chat in the center of Antwerp. Normally I always stood up for elderly ladies and pregnant women, but not for those coffee chat ladies with their fur coats because I hated them. Sorry to say, but I have no pity for people that wear fur coats. 😎

They especially made the tram below to take the people from and to the World Expo in 1930. 


Between 1929 and 1934, the tram company in Antwerp closed all the rounded balconies of the existing trams and replaced them with folding doors. To make sure that they could transport as many people as possible, they took out the seats. 😮

They preserved motor car 305 as a museum tram at the Association for the Tram Museum to return it to the original condition of 1902. It was very well preserved and with just a small restoration they could replicate the interior of the trams similar to those in times of the Second World War.


Can you see that the lights in this tram are blue? That was because in times of war they had to dim the lights. They allowed us inside this one, which was a cool extra, and I could get some shots from the interior. 😍


Did you also notice that they tainted the windows and only left a small round opening to see-through? I am sure I would have become nauseous because of my motion sickness. 😵


This is a picture of the driver's cabin. So sorry that I couldn't get a clearer picture, but that's because of the poor lighting. 😯

From 1938, they rebuilt and modernized and renumbered their trams to make the series 101-233.


Normally they don't allow you on this tram, but since our friend is a volunteer in the museum, they bent the rules for us. 😇

This one below they call the Duvel (Devil) because they were the workhorses and the dump wagons you see here were used to transport sand, cobbles, and crushed stone.


I really had to stand on my toes with my hands above my head to get a decent shot of these, but the pictures turned out great, don't you agree? Don't you dare to say that they're no good.  😧

In these 1907 passenger cars on the picture below, there were 24 seats, an unlimited number of standing places, and a further 9 passengers could join the balconies. 


Two oil lamps like on this picture below had to provide the lighting. In winter, the chef kept the stove running, all in a wooden body. That sounds hazardous and not something that I would be comfortable with. 😱


There is a lot more I could tell you, but it's time for you to get up and get some work done. Haha just kidding, no need to get up if you don't want to. Although it is best to keep off the rails.


That's what the sign above means. 😁

This museum works solely on volunteers and gets totally no support from the Government so if you want to support them why not pay them a visit? There is another nocturne next Saturday, the 24th, on the 31st there is a Halloween themed event and on the 6th and 7th of November, there is a Ghost walk (under the spell of the Watman). You can find all the information on their website https://www.vlatam.be/

In my search for more information on this topic, I found that Eric KEUTGENS wrote a book about this. If you are interested in reading about this, you can find it here https://www.etwie.be/publicatie/de-antwerpse-tram-van-paardetram-naar-pre-metro (The Antwerp tram. From horse tram to pre-metro). No, I have nothing to gain from you purchasing that book. 

Hope you like my blog post.....Until next time.....Have a great day 

Renata (Seadbeady) 



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