It is a well-known fact that despite the lack of male interest in taking good care of their skin, some are already taking notice of their own facial appearances. For oily skin, try Lab Series Oil Control Solution or Lab Series Power Wash for Normal/Oily Skin.

Cleansing of the face is often the important step towards a clean face with less breakouts. However, vigorously scrubbing with the cleansing does more harm since the facial skin is more delicate than anywhere else. Gentle circular motions on the face will allow the facial wash to react on the unwanted chemicals on the skin.

Sometimes, use the scrub on a weekly basis such as Lab Series Invigorating Face Scrub or African Male by MenEssentials Smooth Face Scrub. Follow up with the Baxter of California Herbal Mint Toner or Anthony Logistics – Alcohol Free Toner on a clean face.

Even with an oily face, moisturising is still needed in order for the skin to stop over-compensating for the natural sebum. Try Murad Skin Perfecting Lotion – Blemish Prone/Oily Skin or Lab Series Skincare for Men Treat – Oil Control Daily Hydrator.

With 3 basic steps, it should be easy to follow for a cleaner face that will attract that lady you have your eye on.

What additional skincare products do you guys use for protecting your face from pre-mature aging due to the sun and other factors?

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A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person. ~ Mignon McLaughlin ~ [Source]

Do you wonder how some couples seem to have much ease with each other after being married for more than 10 years in such an era now that divorce seems so easy to just sign that paper and go? Celebrating each anniversary seems so easy but was it really easy when one has to face the same person every single day?

How does one fall in love with the same person every time throughout the marriage? There is a marriage map that each of us go through. The first stage is often the sweet part whereby the both of you are reeling in the euphoria of meeting each other and missing each other just 1 minute after you have parted and wished to spend every single second together.

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As time goes by, one starts to wonder if this is the right person. Some might still be trying to figure out if it were and just agree to being married as it’s the next natural step to do since everyone else is expecting the both of you to be married. However, after a year, one starts to wonder if this is the life that one had imagined it to be. A good husband to look after the wife or a good wife to look after the household.

How does one fall in love with the same person over and over again throughout the years? Quality time spent together is often key to building a good relationship. Communication is also another part of the key. If something happens without being noticed and suddenly it looms in front of the both of you, would you seek help? Love can’t just disappear with a blink of an eye.

Something has happened and what if that issue is resolved, will you fall in love with the same person again? Would you like to save your marriage? What if someone told you that just working on yourself won’t work?

How do you fall in love with the same person every time?

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Wedding anniversaries are memorable only if you make the effort to celebrate them. While not many will celebrate anniversaries, it is a sweet thought to have set out this special day for spending more than 3 decades together. For the 31st wedding anniversary, time pieces are good gifts. What better way than buying a couples watch? If your husband is a fan of Rado, this Diamaster is just the right watch for him. A Fossil dress watch is the one if your wife loves dressing up.

While conveyances for the 32nd wedding anniversary may not be appropriate for some couples, why not take a holiday overseas?

For the 33rd wedding anniversary, it’s represented by amethyst. A pair of amethyst drop earrings will set off her face beautifully. For the active man, this back pack will help him with his next outdoor trip.

This beautiful opal necklace is excellent for her on your 34th wedding anniversary.

There are more choices when it comes to the 35th wedding anniversary. A shawl in the shade of coral for her. A pair of red coral rose earring studs. Or have a bath together with this bath wash. If you are into fitness, this jade coloured mat will set the fitness area for you. Other jade related gifts can be found here. This pair of emerald twist earrings are modernised looking and will complement her.

The above are just some of the suggestions to gift your spouse. How did your wedding anniversary celebration go?

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Love is the total absence of fear. Love asks no questions. Its natural state is one of extension and expansion, not comparison and measurement. ~ Gerald Jampolsky ~ [Source]

It is interesting to see couples walking down the street hand in hand and looking at each other lovingly without much care about their surroundings. How we stay and maintain relationships are in fact related to our environment that we grow up in.

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However, how do we measure love? Is there really a scale for that? Do we measure love by the amount of time spent with the person or the gifts that were given during major holidays? While love is being debated on the different types of love, how does one know that one is being neglected? You can’t measure love on a scale.

Time article has it said quite well:

As for love, which Menninger accused him of ignoring, Kinsey asked: “How can you measure love? Nobody knows how to approach it scientifically. We shall never write about love, but that doesn’t mean that I as an individual don’t recognize its value.”

Can you really measure love? What do you think?

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Jade is a lovely gem that is admired often for its beautiful green shade. If your wife loves bracelets and jade, this Green Jade Beaded Bracelet is just the right gift for her. You can also pair it with this Sterling Silver Green Jade Beaded Necklace for a coordinated look too. For a modernised look, get this Handmade White & Pink Freshwater Pearl Bracelet With Jade, Amazonite & Sterling Silver. For the men, fret not, M-edge Genuine Leather Executive Jacket for Amazon Kindle 1 ought to keep your beloved Kindle in a safe place.

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As a lovely keepsake for your 26th wedding anniversary, maybe this Chenille Photo Pillow will be a good memento or this heart shaped pillow. Such customisations do make the gifts even more special, doesn’t it?

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For the 27th wedding anniversary, you can gift scupltures. Depending on your wife, she may fall in love with this mother holding baby statue. If the both of you are pious about praying, then this praying statue will just be the perfect gift.

The 28th wedding anniversary is about orchids. You can have a cross stitch about orchids, an orchid printed queen sheet set or a Hummingbird & Hibiscus Night Lamp.

Furniture is the theme for the 29th wedding anniversary.

The 30th wedding anniversary consists of pearl and diamond.

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The more intensely we feel about an idea or a goal, the more assuredly the idea, buried deep in our subconscious, will direct us along the path to its fulfillment. ~ Earl Nightingale ~ [Source]

Having been married for 20 years doesn’t mean you don’t have any life’s goals together. Goals are ever changing according to your status in life. The setting of “Couples Goals” is beneficial as it leads the couples striving towards the goals together. It also makes the couple accountable for their goals.

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The benefits of having such a common goal together in life is to help yourselves in life and bond with each other. In order to be in synchronisation with each other, constant updates about the goals should also be part of the routine so that one won’t accuse the other of “suddenly changing after joining an organisation” recently. Sometimes, the subtle changes are not noticed until a huge argument is in force.

Just because you see your values differently does not mean your relationship is on the rocks; however, understanding how your thoughts and values differ may help build more common ground between you and resolve differences in a sane and calm manner, versus in a fight about some other issue (then wrestling with symptoms instead of problems).

Setting financial goals can be a tricky situation but it doesn’t mean the other had strayed off path despite a change in searching for the best option.

Identify barriers or concerns.  This is harder than it seems, because often people say something but really mean something else.  Or they may not be able to precisely identify the source of unease.  Either way, both parties really have to listen and ask the other about their feelings or views.  Practice active listening and restate often so that your partner can confirm or clarify your statement.  Above all, work to uncover true feelings or positions.

Do you have a common goal as a couple? Have you found ways to resolve your conflicts if any?

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Your 21st wedding anniversary has arrived. It is indeed lovely to know that you have gone through so much together for past 20 years. Celebrate it with a new ceiling fan with light since the two of you are the light of each other’s life? Maybe this table lamp will light up the desk better. If your spouse has a thing for notepads, then this pad holder is just the right one. Celebrate your 21st wedding anniversary with brass or nickel.

The 22nd wedding anniversary is celebrated with copper. A floor lamp with copper finish for your home? Or a new hook for your coats mounted on the wall. Maybe a paperweight with a built in compass?

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Silver plates for your 23rd wedding anniversary. Love to entertain guests? This grape silver plate will just be the right one. It is often a lovely memory if you can display your family photo in this silver plated frame.

For the musically inclined, the 24th wedding anniversary is just the right year for musical instruments. There’s the Acoustic guitar for the guitar player. Love playing the harmonica? Here’s one set that will blow their minds away. For the keyboard and computer inclined, this keyboard connects to the USB.

Silver is a favourite for wedding anniversaries and the 25th wedding anniversary has it too. Check out the silver related gift ideas from the 5th wedding anniversary and here too.

Do you have special plans for your 21st to 25th wedding anniversaries?

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When someone does something well, applaud! You will make two people happy. ~ Samuel Goldwyn ~ [Source]

Praise is something that we forget to show during our busy lives. Letting each day pass by without praising for even the smallest things done feels a little uncomfortable. However, when we simply let each nice things done for us without praising our partners, we are seen as setting the standards high.

Below is a quote from Hitched:

Studies have shown that people are more likely to pay attention when they first hear words of praise or of support. Then, and only then, are they likely to consider a request for change in their behavior. The old adage from our mothers that you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar could not be more true in a relationship. Your spouse will glow with praise but will wilt under constant criticism.

There are 3 golden rules for praise as it speaks volume about you too.

1. Be sincere.
2. Do it in public.
3. Make it relative to the ocassion.

Praise helps to boost your partner’s self esteem. It shows that you care about your partner and your relationship will improve over time too.

Have you praised your partner yet?

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The 16th wedding anniversary gift includes silver. A lovely flower pendant will make her feel loved. Or perhaps, a wishbone pendant will make her wishes come true. For him, a new pair of cufflinks may just be the one.

For the 17th wedding anniversary, furniture is the symbol. Correct your posture with this chair. A new patio bench to replace that old one? Or simply enjoy yourself with this comfortable chair. Enjoy the great outdoors with this portable chair.

Giving porcelain on the 18th wedding anniversary can make great gifts. Think of this set of dish for entertaining your guests. This pot can be used for the oven. Always wanted a neater and space saving way to stack your cups? This will solve your problem.

Bronze related gifts are given on the 19th wedding anniversary. A new watering can for your garden. Or a new expandable dryer for hanging your towels to dry.

And for the 20th anniversary, instead of giving each other gifts, why not go for a holiday?

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When I started the business, I hardly went home. I became very driven about work and about my career. ~ Calvin Klein ~ [Source]

Wikipedia states that “A family business is a business in which one or more members of one or more families have a significant ownership interest and significant commitments toward the business’ overall well-being. In some countries, many of the largest publicly listed firms are family-owned. A firm is said to be family-owned if a person is the controlling shareholder; that is, a person (rather than a state, corporation, management trust, or mutual fund) can garner enough shares to assure at least 20% of the voting rights and the highest percentage of voting rights in comparison to other shareholders.”

One may note that family businesses are popular choices as it keeps the wealth within the family instead of flowing out. However, the line is blurred when family and business are mixed together. It creates problems. Often, quarrels about money issues often pop up. When the statistics show up, it is worrisome to see that most of the family business never made it to the 2nd generation.

Having said that, there are successful family businesses that are still thriving now. Those are the ones who take the time to iron out the differences and compromise. Perhaps their secrets can be learned below.

People Skills: How to Assert Yourself, Listen to Others, and Resolve Conflicts

Family of Secrets: The Bush Dynasty, the Powerful Forces That Put It in the White House, and What Their Influence Means for America

Dealing with People You Can’t Stand: How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst

Parlay Your IRA into a Family Fortune: 3 EASY STEPS for creating a lifetime supply of tax-deferred, even tax-free, wealth for you and your family

Don’t Bring It to Work: Breaking the Family Patterns That Limit Success

The Art of Talking So That People Will Listen: Getting Through to Family, Friends & Business Associates

Family Wealth–Keeping It in the Family: How Family Members and Their Advisers Preserve Human, Intellectual, and Financial Assets for Generations

How to meet the Rich: For Business, Friendship, or Romance

Have you been in a family business? What did you learn?

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