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    How To Keep Everything (Including The Kitchen Sink) Clean!

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    Anna Yu on May 19, 2009 2:18 PM PDT
    Like a lot of people I know, I love cooking but hate the cleanup that's involved. I mean, I just can't help using multiple spoons for every taste test, dripping sauces everywhere I go, and getting flour everywhere (including my nose). So it's no wonder why my kitchen looks like a war zone and I've got no one volunteering to help clean. When you want things done, you have do it yourself, right? Aside from the usual sponges, mops, and towels you already have, I'm sure there are some cleaning supplies and gadgets you wouldn't mind having. If you've been working with smelly foods like garlic, onions, or fish, use a stainless steel bar of soap to get rid of the odors from your hands. My California upbringing definitely contributed to my love for recycling, so these recycle bags are a convenient way to organize your glass, metal and paper recycling. Take a look at my slideshow for more kitchen cleaning items you'll love to use!
    Tags : kitchen , home , compost , cleaning , soap

    Hot In The Hive: Gianna Rose Atelier Robin's Egg Soap

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    Anna Yu on Apr 1, 2009 5:24 AM PDT
    I like nature as much as the next person. I love going to gardens and nurseries to check out flowers and plants (that I'll probably kill if I ever take them home) and I'm all for hiking the trails. But you're probably never going to find me roughing it in the mountainside without any running water or my blowdryer. Since I can't bring plants home, I've been looking for things from nature I can't kill. Luckily, I found the Gianna Rose Atelier Robin's Egg Soaps. At first glance, they look like real thing. Don't worry, no one robbed a mother robin of her eggs! These soaps are vegetable based with soothing chamomile extracts. Plus, oatmeal and wheat bran give these eggs their exfoliating speckles. Now I can get a touch of nature every time I wash my hands without harming any animals or killing innocent plants!


    Price: $20.90-24.90
    Who Found It: BarenakedChef was the first to add the Gianna Rose Atelier Robin's Egg Soaps to the Hive.
    Tags : soap , robin's egg , nature , home

    De-Stress During The Holidays With Perfect Spa Gifts!

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    Kristin on Dec 11, 2008 6:19 PM PST
    The holidays are bound to stress out even the most together person once in a while, so why not give someone - or yourself - a soothing spa gift! A lot of your favorite stores and brands create little gift sets of great lotions and soaps around this time that are perfect if you don't have a lot of time to shop around. Take a look at this Philosophy gift set of 3-in-1 shampoo, bubble bath, and shower gel that smells like a batch of freshly baked cookies! For a no-fail option, give a loved one a package from Kiehl's - they make great products that anyone would be happy to receive. When all else fails, pick up a gift card to your local spa and let your friend or family member book a relaxing massage or treatment. Check out the SLIDESHOW for a selection of sweet spa gifts from the Hive, and make the world a little more stress-free this holiday season!

    Moisturize With Buttercream Frosting, Exfoliate With Parfait!

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    Greta on Nov 3, 2008 6:23 AM PST
    The creators of Jaqua Bath & Beauty must be geniuses. Not only have they found a way to successfully combine bath time and dessert time without the usual crumbs in the tub effect, but their line of beauty accessories are so stunningly packaged that you'll be more than a little tempted to leave them out on the counter for display. My roommate, Lauren, was the first to get me hooked on the line. When we moved in together she kindly forewarned me that the delicious buttercream smelling stuff in the bathroom was not frosting, but body butter. Would have fooled me. The Jaqua Shea Buttercream Body Butter is just about the consistency of those little Betty Crocker tubs of pre-made frosting. And the smell? It's on the dot. I was already sold on the line when Lauren tempted me once again, this time with Jaqua Peach Parfait Exfoliating Body Polish. Now, I'd usually take chocolate cake over peach parfait any day, but this magical beauty concoction had even me rethinking my hierarchy of favorite desserts. Words cannot do justice to describe how soft my skin felt and how good I smelled. I literally erupted from the shower and onto the computer to order some Jaqua products for myself. So whether you are looking for some new accessories to spruce up your bathroom or for the perfect gift, you must search the Hive for Jaqua Bath & Beauty products. And be sure to check out my SLIDESHOW for my five favorites from their line.

    Hive 5: Splish Splash I Was Taking the Ultimate Bath

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    Greta on Aug 14, 2008 7:49 AM PDT
    Lately I have become somewhat of a hermit at night. My close friends were the first to take notice. And after a dozen or so rejected invitations to dinners and movies, how could they not? They were suspicious of my new time-consuming nighttime activity and questioned my whereabouts. But when I finally unveiled where I had been spending my evenings, it was a bit anti-climatic. No, there's no new boyfriend, no scandalous activities. I have simply become addicted to nightly baths. What was once a childhood activity filled with barbie dolls, laughter and candy scented bubble bath, has transformed into the perfect way for me to unwind after a long day. I love everything about baths, from the drawing of the water, to the smell of my lavender soap, to the way the whole bathroom turns into a sauna with steam. They are calming yet invigorating, and afterwards I feel oh so clean and refreshed! So, I scoured the Hive for items I would include in my perfect bath. My dream bathroom setting would be mostly romance-themed, but with whimsical accessories. I'm a fan of the modern style tubs, but my dream for claw-feat overpowers my desire for contemporary. My bath would also be sure to include an assortment of handmade organic soaps and scrubs, in a fun shapes and indulgent smells. So spoil your senses with a bath tonight! And be sure to check out my SLIDESHOW for some finds from the Hive that are sure to take bathtime to another level!
    Tags : tub , soap , robe , nest
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