20 SURPRISING THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH A SIMPLE COTTON BUD.

They're most commonly used to clean out ears, but cotton buds certainly aren't a one-trick pony. Did you know that the cheap swabs tipped with cotton sheets can be used to apply perfume, clean your car and even fix a broken zip?

From beauty application to quick-fix cleaning tips, FEMAIL has picked the cotton bud hacks that will change your life.

TO BOOST YOUR BEAUTY REGIME

1. To stop your perfect red pout from smudging, dip a cotton bud in some translucent powder and swipe it along your lip line to stop any bleeding.

2. A cotton bud/translucent powder combination can also be used to boost your lashes. Apply one coat of mascara, then run the powdered buds along lashes before applying another coat and they'll appear more voluminous as a result.

3. The little buds can also be used to clean up eyeliner and mascara mistakes by dabbing them into some coconut oil, moisturiser or concealer and swiping across your eye region to give a flawless finish.

STYLESPIRATION!!! MONDAY BEST......

 Hellloooo people!!! 

Una doooo. It's stylespiration again! yes I love to look good and it's okay *nod's head* See eh... before I step out of my house, I tend to view my outfit like a zillion times yes I pay that much attention to how I look. I love compliments who doesn't ?* looking up* For me, it's the icing on the cake...... when I get compliments, it's a bonus that lifts my spirit and am sure a lot of you share my sentiment. 

Someone once asked me a question and my reply shocked him or perhaps, he didn't expect in a million years what my reply was going to be. 

Him: Sharon why do you alway look your best?

Me: Because I don't want to be mistaken for a beggar..... Simples!

PLEASE BE PATIENT WITH NIGERIA.

Hey people! e don tay o..... no be small. I really miss you guys *smailes*. Okay back to today's post. We all know that a lot has been going on lately in Nigeria *our Nigeria* from our devalued naira wahala to rise in fuel price and now the election ...... hmmm the world is watching us keenly. A lot of argument have sprung up as a result of all the things happening in our Nation......... All I can say is that we have to learn to be patient with Nigeria........ how old are we again? 

Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. Romans 13:1 (NLT)

We can't get better if  all we do is complain, point accusing fingers, lay blames, fight..... etc. Every country has it's own problems. I think it is high time we started thinking about 'US' 'collective interest...... and not about our individual interest. Our country, institutions, economy, people, industries etc. as a whole is a growing one. Please let's be patient with a growing system.

AFTER A TURN DOWN BY HIS CLASSMATES, THOUSANDS TURN UP FOR 13 YEARS OLD ODIN CAMUS.

Thousands of strangers - including Carrie Underwood and Elijah Wood - saved the birthday of a 13-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome by sending him well wishes and presents after learning that no one from his school had RSVP'd to his party.

WHERE IS THE GARDEN IN PORT-HARCOURT CITY.?

Hello people! Hope everyone is doing good? Okay! earlier this week, I came across a tweet that got me thinking. From the person's preceding tweets, I gathered that he was visiting Port-Harcourt City for the very first time. He was really excited about coming to 'the garden city' of Port-Harcourt. Unfortunately, after about three hours the tone to which he tweeted changed......... not good at all. He was angry (I bet you would be VERY angry when your expectations are smashed). His last tweet was and I quote 'Where is the garden in #PH? Overrated!!! **sadface**.

WELCOME TO SHARON'S KITCHEN!!! PLANTAIN + SWEET POTATO POTTAGE.

Hey people! How has your week been? mine has been hectic a busy one I must say. Now to the gist........ Yesterday I got back home feeling very hungry. I looked around to see if there is any ready made food but there was none....... absolutely NONE. Okay what next I thought to myself ** looking around my kitchen*** Shines teeth lol. I had some raw food but was too tired or perhaps, too lazy to cook anything from scratch. After deliberating for a while with myself ofcourse lol, I decide to go on an adventure with some of the food items I have in store. I checked and discovered I already have all the ingredients I would need to make a pot of plantain pottage. 

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO MY AMAZING MUM!!!

Hello people!! Today is dedicated to celebrate mother's and I want to use this platform to celebrate my mum. She is an amazing woman and to be honest I have been thinking of the best words to use on her but, to be honest, I am lost for words. This woman right here welcomed me into her arms some years back and has loved me unconditionally to this day. She is the strongest woman I know, she is a love giver, a cuddler, she's patient, kind, a disciplinarian, protector, provider, encourager, a disciple of God's word, my bear hug giver, my father's wife, my prayer warrior.............. I can beat my chest and tell you that 'MY MOTHER IS THE TRUTH'. She taught me how to be a Godly woman and how to go manual in the event of no machine or machine breakdown.

STYLESPIRATION!!! HAPPY SUNDAY GUYS...:-D

Don't you just love my HAIR???

ALO my beautiful people!!! Happy SUNDAY!!! How was church today? I had a blast in His presence and I am so grateful I made it to Church today. Do any of you live very far from your place of worship and you are 'carless' aka leggedis? Hmmm how do you manage? Me too I live very far from my place of worship and I still manage to get to church. You know what they say 'where there is a will, there is a way'. I have churches around where I live but, there is something about my church **THE KING'S ASSEMBLY** that urrrhhh hmmm you won't understand. This is a place that I have been privileged to be taught God's word undiluted and with love. I have grown here and I am committedly serving in a ministry. Yes!! I dey take style invite you lol..... if  you live in Port-Harcourt or planning to visit soon, I think you should pay us a visit sometime.

STYLESPIRATION!! CASUAL LOOK FRIDAY.

Hello people! Happy weekend to all of you. In this post, I thought I should share what I wore out and about on Friday. I decided to opt for a casual look because I love casuals. They make me feel smart and easy on the eyes..... without plenty drama abi?  **eyes up and thinking*** Is it just me that feel that way about casuals? maybe not. Looking at these photos, I can only but say WOW!!! because it shows how far I have come to accept myself. You don't understand right? Okay lemme break it down for you. years back,

BUSINESS IDEA #001: BECOMING A PERSONAL SHOPPER.

Hi guys, ever heard of the saying ‘turn your passion into a successful business? This saying can be used to your advantage if you love to shop. It doesn't matter what you love buying, what really matter is your ability to figure out a way to transform your interests into a business venture.

Starting a personal shopper business can be a perfect choice if you love to shop. The world and people in it have never been busier than it is today. Most individuals no longer have time to shop for the things they need. On the other hand, there are lots of unemployed youths in the labour queue waiting for white collar jobs. My friends wait no more!!! Fill the need and become a personal shopper.

BE GRATEFUL FOR THE CHOICES YOU HAVE.

Hey guys how are you all doing? I woke up this morning with a grateful heart. I had a conversation with some persons yesterday (am not going to go into all that) and I stopped complaining and started thanking God because, I do actually have choices.  Your life is not as bad as you think it is my friend……. Common!! I understand that LIFE IS CHOICE DRIVEN..... So If you woke up this beautiful morning bless God and thank Him for the fact that you have a choice to make at certain things in life.

STYLESPIRATION!!!..... FEELING FLORAL.

Hi guys! Okay today I am feeling floral yay!!! Do you  guys remember this pant from last year's stylespiration post? Well if you don't, read it Here. In that post, I told ya'll I love to dress up and if I am in LOVE with any clothing item, I will wear the life out of it. I just love this floral pant because of the many colours in it........ It does remind me of Benjamin's coat of many colours tho....... shay? 

I love the fact that I can wear it any how I like, pair it with as many coloured tops as possible and I can formalise or casualise this pant (VERSATILITY)!!! . Don't you just love that? sounds great right?