Hi guys, can you believe its Thursday already, weekend loading.. :)

As you already know, or for those who don't know, I'd be going to serve my country Nigeria in a few weeks from now. In my beloved country, every college or university graduate is mandated to serve for a year, a scheme called National Youths Service Corps (NYSC). This program usually starts off with a 3 weeks orientatation camp, more like a refugee camp, lol and the corp members or corpers go through rigorous training and fun activities. The sole aim of this is to foster unity and oneness amongst  Nigerians.

So, today I'd be sharing some essential things you should throw into your bags to have a successful stay at the orientatation camp.

Shout out to my amazing friend Ayobami, she sent me this comprehensive list, #oyachopkiss..

Here we go...

1. Your documents such as call up letter and green card (please do not laminate this)

2. Passport pictures (12). Either red or white background. You could do both to be on a safe side. Taking passport is expensive in camp

3. Mosquito net.

4. White shorts and t-shirt, about 3 each. You would be given two each in camp but the quality is poor, it could tear easily and turn brown easily

5. White canvas. I advice you go with the rubber type cause there is hardly time to wash in the camp, the rubber ones are easier to wash. You could go with both the rubber and material type though.

6. Your statement of result or certificate.

P.S.  Make about 5 photocopies of all your documents before going to camp and put them all in a file.

7. Stapler, pins and gum. This is normally not allowed but trust me you are so going to be needing it. You can buy that smallest size of stapler to avoid being discovered during screening/searching

8. Tipex or correction pen.

9. Provisions e.g. cereal, milo, gari, biscuits etc

10. Ladies' conveniences e.g. sanitary towel

11. Body cream.

12. Under wear (tights and camisoles). This is so important. You need to wear underwear under your white clothes in camp cause they may be transparent. Black under wears please.

13. Extra socks. You would be given two low quality pairs that may tear. Note, the socks should be green and white.

14. Hangers (about 3), pegs

15. Rope you can tie on a tree so as to spread your clothes after washing

16. Bathing soap(2). washing soap

17. Pen, notebook/jotter.

18. Small cooler with cover for getting your food. Spoons and cup.

19. Handkerchiefs.

20. Mufti or Sunday wear. Some camps may not allow you to wear mufti even on Sundays, so just take 1 Sunday wear.

21. Bathroom slippers

22. You could buy buckets in camp.

23. Very good and durable padlocks. This is soo verryy muchhh essential. (dem dey thief wella for camp ehn..dem fit thief full box sef). Just be security conscious. 

24. Guys, this is your most important possession in the camp. It is a waist pouch/bag. Your money, phone(s), camera, everything valuable should be here. It should be on your waist 99.999% of the time, when you are asleep, in the bathroom, everywhere. 

25. Money, money, money. Not so much but sufficient for your 3 weeks stay in the jungle, lol.

I had fun writing this post, I hope you enjoyed it. I can't say If I am tensed or excited about this camp but I know for sure that I'm going to have lots and loads of fun. I might have a series dedicated to that, who knows :) 

Lest I forgot, If you want to get some of these essentials like the shirt, shorts and the likes, holla at Esther 0706 293 2370, she would hook you with quality stuff at very affordable prices. Just tell her you are from Shanyi :)

So guys, share this post with anyone you know that would be going for service soon and If you would be going in March please lemme know in the comment box below, I love hearing from you guys. 

Thanks for stopping by.. 

Have an amazing weekend ahead. 

Hi guys, hope your week is going well.

As usual I was on Instagram some time last week and I stumbled on this awesome information from Natural belle and I decided to share with y'all..

Acne which is also known as pimples, zits, etc is a skin disease that involves the sebaceous (oil) glands at the base of our hair follicles. Acne occurs when there is a stimulation of the sebaceous glands at puberty or due to other hormonal changes and stress.

Its amazing to know that the position of that pimple on your face has a direct link to the health condition of the organs in your body.

Face Mapping is a way of reading our breakouts or flare ups on our skin, not only does this aid in cutting down on acne but also indicates other internal problems we may have.

1. Small Intestines [centre forehead]

Acne here can indicate problems with your small intestines, mainly due to over consumption, cut out or reduce alcohol, rich and greasy foods. Spots here can also indicate a food allergy or be a sign of lactose intolerance. Try cutting out certain foods one by one and take note of the effects this has on your face, you may have an allergy to something you have been consuming for quite some time cutting it out may result in benefits that go more than skin deep.

2. Liver [T-zone]

If you have been indulging in processed fast foods it may start to show in this area, also over doing it with alcohol can really make this area breakout. Again this area can indicate to a food allergy and also tell you if you need more exercise, try doing some light exercise everyday.

3. Bladder [temple]

Spots here can indicate dehydration, drinking more water will help your skin greater regardless of where your spots tend to pop up.

4. Heart [brow, nose, top lip]

Spots in your heart areas can be linked to high blood pressure, get it checked out and also decrease foods that could cause high cholesterol.

5. Kidneys [under eye area]

This is another area that indicates dehydration, this area can also in some people indicate reproductive issues, so fertility and menstrual issues can be a cause of spots here. Spots here can also be linked to bone health this includes your teeth.

6. Stomach [cheeks]

This is a tricky one because its such a problem area for so many people, however its usually down to hygiene issues, such as dirty pillow cases and dirty screens on your mobile phone. However if you can count this out you may want to check out your digestive system if you suffer from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) this may manifest in spots on your cheeks.

7. Lungs [lower cheeks]

You may break out here if you have asthma or a low immune system, other skin conditions can be related to the lungs. Upping your intake of fibre can often help.

8. Small Intestines [laughter lines]

This is closely linked to the lung area so can be due to respiratory issues or your immune system.

9. Hormones [chin]

This is the area that most women will suffer with acne, the area is linked to our hormones and menstral cycle.

10. Back and shoulder acne or [bacne]

This is a very common area for acne, and is usually due to hygiene or allergies. You may have acne on your back due to your shampoo or conditioner or just simply not scrubbing it enough [get a loofa and scrub, scrub, scrub!]. If you can count that out then perhaps look at your diet fried food, that can cause acne here also. If you have acne on your shoulders it can indicate stress.

I'm sure you would agree with me that it's more than getting rid of the pimple or acne on our back and faces, we need to also focus and find solutions to the underlying causes so that we can live an overall healthy life. 

Stay Healthy. Stay HAPPY. 

Have a blast this weekend. 

Hi guys, am I permitted to say HAPPY NEW MONTH on the 8th of February?? I think I am, so happy new month to y'all and welcome to the #MonthOfLove. As much as possible, I want to be here all the time but life generally would not allow me. If you follow me on facebook you would know that I am learning how to bake and sew at the moment and its been quite stressful hence my absence here. But I promise to do better, this is just a phase that would pass soon.

If you can remember in this post, I said Shanyi Organics would be doing a collaboration with Elizabeth Cress. Guys the time has come. We are bringing to you a Valentine Special, this is the best time to order our full set of products.

 Purchase our 'Grow Thy Mane' set which comprises of 

I. Cleansing and moisturising shampoo N1,500 

II. Conditioning and detangling cowash N1,500 

III. Hair milk or leave in conditioner N1,500 

IV. Hair butter N1,000 

Total of N5,500, but would be gotten at a discount rate of N5,000. Plus you get a FREE item from Elizabeth_cress ankara collection. So this is the best time to get the Satin ni ankara hair bonnet you have been craving. 

Offer ends on the 28th of February. Grab yours NOW. 

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