Posted on 02/29/2024 8:53:40 PM PST by CottonBall
ALL ABOARD THE TRUMP FAMILY TRAIN, EST. 2017 BY DOLLYCALI!
Survived everything thrown at it over the years, just like President Trump....including trolls, moles and saboteurs.
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Happy National fragrance day!
Okay men… a test :!!!!
what was your mom’s favorite fragrance ?
If married or have a soulmate, what is their favorite fragrance?
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1. What does the word Perfume actually mean?
The word perfume actually comes from the Latin world ‘per fumum’ which literally translates as ‘through smoke’ and the Romans and Arabs refined the art of making and wearing perfume 2500 years ago. Emperor Nero would hold lavish feasts with rose and jasmine oil pouring through the fountains and being wafted into the air. The Arabian practice of Bakhoor which burns incense and precious wood in order to perfume clothing and the environment is still prominent today.
2. What was the first perfume?
We do not know for fact what the first perfume was but we do know that the world’s first recorded chemist, who was also a perfume maker, is a woman named Tapputi. She lived in Babylonian Mesopotamian around 1200 BCE. It is said that she developed and recorded methods for scent extraction techniques, laying the foundation for today’s perfume making. The first actual ‘factory’ dedicated to the production of perfumed oils dates back 4000 years on the island of Cyprus. The Egyptians were the first to make perfume truly a part of their culture 3000 years ago, inventing stone and glass vessels to hold their precious scented oils and balms.
3. Can perfume be an aphrodisiac?
Perfume can undoubtedly make the wearer feel sexy. There are indeed perfumes with ingredients that are known to have aphrodisiac qualities and the smell can prompt an instant attraction and intuitive sensual responses. Ingredients like Jasmine, Ylang ylang, Vanilla and Ginger are said have aphrodisiac properties. Even Cleopatra knew about the strong quality of Jasmine and used the power of this perfume to seduce Mark Antony.
4. Perfume changes throughout the day – why?
Ever wondered why the smell of perfume changes throughout the day? This is due to the Top, Heart and Base notes in a perfume. When creating a fragrance, the chemistry of the skin and the raw materials used causes a perfume to evolve over time. A perfume is a very complex composition of top notes, heart notes and base notes.
The top notes are the most delicate and do typically not last very long. Heart notes tend to be herbal, floral and spice notes which last longer than the top notes but you will be able to smell the base notes the longest. Base notes are usually composed from wood, amber and musk.
5. Does Perfume have an expiry date?
The composition of a perfume might change over time. This is why it is recommended to use your perfume within 3 – 5 years. Once the bottle is opened and came into contact with air (by opening the bottle or spraying the atomiser) it should be used within the first three years. The older the fragrance gets the more different it can smell, Eau de Toilette for example might only smell of alcohol after a few years.
The higher the perfume concentration, the higher the chance that it will last longer – in the bottle and as well as on your skin. Commonly, Perfumes with heavier (oriental) base notes last the longest.
6. How to store perfume?
There are certain factors you should remember when storing perfume. Humidity, sunlight and variations of temperature will impact your perfume over time.
Therefore, to make your perfume last longer, make sure to store it upright in a dark place that is not impacted by humidity or extreme changes of temperatures – so the bathroom or car is really not ideal.
7. What is the difference between Eau de Parfum and Parfum?
There are different categories in perfumery for perfume types with certain concentration. Concentration refers to the amount of pure perfume oil within a fragrance. Eau de Toilette, for example, has a perfume concentration of about 10%, whilst Eau de Parfum 15%. Perfumes that are classified as actual Parfum boast a concentration of over 20%. The higher the concentration, the higher the longevity on the skin which means that a Parfum lasts significantly longer on your skin than an Eau de Parfum. One can expect a Parfum to last 8-12 hours whilst an Eau de Parfum might only last for about six hours.
8. Is perfume a mood booster?
Perfume is definitely a feel-good stimulant that can relax you, improve the mood, make you feel sexy and act as a confidence booster. Perfume is also known to evoke certain associations. Having a scent memory can be quite special as it helps to remember things you actually want to remember. It is also said that Citrus perfumes make you energised and refreshed.
9. Why does perfume smell different on skin?
Every person has a different skin PH and also lead a different lifestyle (sports, diet, smoking, drinking, etc). This can have implications on how your perfume smells on your skin in comparison to someone else or on a scented card. If you notice that your perfume smells different than it used to, it does not automatically mean that the perfume has gone off or that the formula of the perfume has changed – it can also mean that you might have changed your lifestyle.
10. What is the difference between a splash bottle and atomiser?
Most perfumes are atomisers, which is essentially a spray pump. A splash bottle does not have a spray pump and does not necessarily have an applicator on the bottle top. Splash bottles are usually used for Aftershaves. Pure perfume oils might also be presented in crystal bottles that do not have a spray pump but feature an applicator which allows to dab and apply the perfume on the skin.
11. How to apply perfume?
Perfume is activated by body heat this is why you should apply perfume on your skin at the main pulse points, the inside of your wrist, on the neck, behind the ear, elbows and behind your knees. Do not rub your wrists together as this will alter the molecules of the perfume and will result in the fragrance smelling different. You can also put perfume into your hair as it will last longer and will diffuse the scent as it is constantly in motion. Please refrain from spraying perfume directly on your hair as the contained alcohol can dry it out. Spray the perfume on your brush before brushing your hair – voila.
12. Are perfumes vegan?
A lot of perfumes do contain ingredients from an animal. It is advisable to double check before purchasing if you want to make sure that it is a 100% vegan perfume. There is no official signage on packaging just yet. Clive Christian Perfumes are not tested on animals, and the majority of our perfumes are certified suitable for vegans. Some of our perfumes that are unsuitable for vegans do contain natural beeswax and honey absolute, which is sustainably sourced from the south of France as a bi-product of the honey industry.
13. What are unisex perfumes?
Generally speaking all perfumes are unisex. There is no written rule that says a sweet, floral scent is for women and deep woody fragrance for men. It is up to the wearer to decide how they would want to smell like and add to their personal perfume wardrobe. There are indeed a lot of women wearing fragrances that are classified as masculine and there is nothing wrong with that.
Speculation on Trumps VP pick
Good post
Maybe he’s decided already, maybe he’s still deciding
We can all be in prayer for Devine guidance for him in the months ahead for many reasons
And of course Devine protection
Yesterday Catturd wrote a very painful entry to X. He inadvertently hit one of his two dogs- Smiles with his truck and later Smiles died from injuries.
It’s hard enough to lose a beloved pet but when you know you are responsible- man oh man…can’t imagine the pain
Today he wrote
For 5 years, Pedro and Smiles were attached at the hip. They slept together, rode in the truck together everywhere I went, I walked them in the park together. They were always together.
I’ve never seen Pedro like this. He ran all across the entire ranch looking for Smiles this morning, then has been lying in the sand whimpering.
Gut wrenching. Hard to take.
https://x.com/catturd2/status/1770806979692249138?s=46&t=f_8PqEXFBlW87QFKb_1Q4g
“And 70 is a big one.”
nah, 5.872E168. is MUCH bigger
Unfair, the one holding the cat is using an unfair advantage!
Jemian! Are you feeling better?
Long list on my ToDo plate today
It’s been front and center for several days and dutifully ignored. Much of it outdoor projects.
Need to punch out and make a dent into list
Is that for real?
With Norway and Finland having around 93 and 99% of their population white, I’d say those results are as fraudulent as our 2020 election
“Trump/Jemian 2024!”
I like that ticket!!
good meme, IM
“I’m making French toast with hubby’s homemade syrup and homemade BACON!!”
wow, that’s some prepping skills!
do you tap your own trees?
grow hogs?
sniff
“Similar standards are now being applied to science and engineering degrees, getting certified to practice medicine, and so on.”
I looked for white male doctors ever since the Supremes decided quotas were fine for medical school applicants in the Alan Bakke case.
I guess that now has to apply to every professional I hire
Okay that must be “engineer talk! “
What does 5.872E168 Represent ?
“I’ve never seen Pedro like this. He ran all across the entire ranch looking for Smiles this morning, then has been lying in the sand whimpering.”
That is so sad. There’s no way to explain to the animals, he will keep looking for his buddy for a long time I’m afraid.
just an easier way to write 5.872 x 10 raised to 168
A way to type it without having to use superscripts
Not sure photo is authentic but my word , Miss Canada has a strong case of ugly!
>>>just an easier way to write 5.872 x 10 raised to 168
A way to type it without having to use superscripts
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Oh I see
Well actually I don’t see
Explanation is as confusing to me
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This is Stephanie Lambert, an election integrity attorney who is representing Patrick Byrne in a defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion.
It is because of that lawsuit that she has access to internal company emails from Dominion which prove that the voting machines were in fact online during the 2020 election and that said voting machines were accessed by Serbian nationals.
She was indicted in MI, home of Dana Nessel lover of dr*g queen story hour and hater of election integrity, for accessing the voting machines.
Even though she signed a nondisclosure agreement with dominion, she released these documents to law-enforcement, because she believes that she had a duty to report a crime that has been committed. Pretty sure all lawyers have to report ongoing crimes when they discover them.
Instead of looking into the election fraud claim, DC marshals arrested her today.
This should be the number one story in America right now, but our media is a joke. The only way that ever sees the light of day is if people on social media share it.
Pix n comments at link
https://x.com/defiyantlyfree/status/1770220552072159270?s=46&t=f_8PqEXFBlW87QFKb_1Q4g
Conspiracy !!!
Ron Paul Marks the Day We ‘Lost Our Government’
“The date I say it was concrete that there was a coup, and we lost our government was November 22, the assassination of [John F.] Kennedy.”
@RonPaul finds it astonishing and despicable that the director of the CIA at the time, Alan Dulles, was appointed to the Warren Commission, which was tasked with investigating Kennedy’s assassination.
“So the guy who was responsible for the murder was investigating the murder,” remarked Tucker Carlson.
https://x.com/vigilantfox/status/1770278727810691393?s=46&t=f_8PqEXFBlW87QFKb_1Q4g
Watch full interview at link
Well Sweden and to a lesser extent Norway have followed the WEF guidelines to a T. So maybe it is appeasement.
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