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WOOD &FIRE #1 TIME OUT Old wood – good fire!
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Dear Readers! We can’t deny it winter is approaching – fast! The trees lost almost all of their leaves, many parts of the country have already experienced the first snowfall of the season and outside, it is getting colder day by day. This is why we are snuggling up in our apartments, read more often, put our feet up and are longing for warmth, for long evenings by the fire place. The calmingly crackling fire and the rustic and heavy scent of wood. Wood, fire and of course something fun to read – this is all we need these days. And this is why we dedicated our new sisterMAG issue to this powerful combination. With the beginning of winter, we can’t help but dream about late summer days. This is why our cover shoot in early October took us to Portugal with our partner, TUI. Having a little escape, catching the last rays of sun and saving their warmth for cold winter days. During the next two months we will present you with the sections “Time Out”, “Celebrate” and “Fire Up” on three different dates. Also, if you want to experience our productions, some very (!) early morning shootings or evening dinners live, make sure that you follow us on our Social Media channels (Instagram/ Stories, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest).
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Our first section “Time Out” is all about the nice things you can do with wood. How do you work with different kinds of wood? Along with this, we gathered some beautiful DIYs with a very special kind of wood, the traditional birch. In “Time Out” we will stay home and enjoy some calm hours in our home spa. With L’ORÉAL PARiS we tried the most recent make-up trends, but also tried a new shampoo that works without any foam. Unusual at first, but with many advantages! The start of the cold season also marks the beginning of the party and holiday season. This is why our second section is all called “Celebrate” – and that’s what you’ll find! All of you know that: some of your friends already have all their presents since April, all the others can find inspiration and sporty, chic, cosy and cool ideas in our big gift guide! We also prepared a big feature for you on how to be a good host – useful knowledge for the upcoming holidays! In the last section “Fire Up” that will go live shortly before Christmas, we will talk about all the things that give us energy and heat up the last days of the new year. Starting with different chili recipes and hot drinks with ginger to sweaty sports trends and a report about the “Burning Man” festival – for all those who want to make some travel plans for the new year!
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Many new members were involved in the creation of our “Wood and Fire” issue. We are happy to have Olga, Ulrike and Charlie (who you could already see as a model in our Halloween-Special) on board as our new content interns, who bring in their ideas and opinions. Franzi and Songie liked their time with us so much that we could convince them to stay with us as student trainees for Content and Design – which we are very happy about! Unfortunately, we had to say good bye to Luisa (Marketing & Social Media). She found a new, exciting task and we wish all the best to her. And we can still recommend her Instagram channel (@louisancel) for beautiful pictures of Paris and Berlin! Many tasks and projects also mean, that we need help for content sourcing and project management. For all who are excited about sisterMAG and could see themselves working with us, should check out our job description (here). We would love to hear from you. There is a lot to discover in the new sisterMAG issue on “Wood and Fire” and we wish you – besides the pleasure while reading – a wonderful holiday season!
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Alex Kords shows us wood as the oldest & most divers building material
Tips for working with wood from Florian Hanke
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WOOD TURNING At the turning lathe of Ginger Wood
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SPOTLIGHT BIRCH Olga from sisterMAG takes a look on the birch as the new trend wood
COOKING WITH WOOD & FIRE
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WOODEN BOUQUET
SISTERMAG SPECIAL LOWSHAMPOOS
Fashion Shooting with four influencers & L'ORÉAL PARiS Low-Shampoo
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DESK TO SUCCESS: JAKOB & JOHANNA
An inspection of cooking with wood since the early times until now
We go for the trend to USA & Brazil to see what's it all about
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Together with Activia and the bloggers Lina Mallon & C'est Lali and sisterMAG founder* Antonia we talk about the right balance in life
A woodworkshop at the lake district of Mecklemburg
Besides: DIY Ideas around the birch wood
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HOW TO LIVE #INSYNC
Modern Thanksgiving recipes give inspiration for festive menus in season of Advent
Why does wood smell so awesome?
FASHION IS BEAUTY AND BEAUTY IS FASHION Trend Report about the topic of Trends and Beauty with Gudy Herder
CLOTHES TO SMILE FOR From the pink terry robe, flowered slipper socks or stained sweatpants - a phenomenon
An authority in the beauty industry: We talk to L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS about their inspirations, trends and show you how to recreate the hottest trends from Paris
SPOTLIGHT WOODHOTELS sisterMAG shows you the best places to enjoy the feeling of wood in your temporary vacation home
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#25 DOWNLOADS BIRCH DIY
DIY Clothes Rack
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TEXT: ALEX KORDS
Good Wood! The Many Faces of Wood
Wood is the oldest and most versatile building material in the world. Furniture and even entire houses are made of it. We take a look at what else happens with wood and how you can tell the differences between our local trees.
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The Many Faces of Wood Few among us are familiar with lignin despite its omnipresence in our homes and buildings. We’re talking about a chemical substance that accumulates in the cell walls of certain plants and turns those cells into wood. A tree is only a tree, for example, if approximately one third of it is comprised of lignin. However, the presence of another substance plays an even more important role in defining the term ›wood‹. Botanists don’t consider palms, bamboo, and other woody plants as wood because they don’t produce xylem. This tissue develops beneath the bark of trees and supplies it with water and other vital substances.
Wood as an energy source One thing that’s always been true about wood is that it has been the most important building material of humanity for centuries. It’s also been used as a burning material for equally as long. Surprisingly, almost half of felled wood today still fuels fire to provide warmth and energy. While only about three per cent of the wood produced in Germany is used in fireplaces and by heating and electricity plants, the percentage in other countries is much higher. This is especially true in tropical areas, where a considerable amount of wood is used for energy production. Indonesia is a leader in this category, where 83 per cent of the country’s chopped wood keeps houses warm and electrical appliances running. The problem, of course, is that Indonesians destroy so much of 13
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Botanists don’t consider palms, bamboo, and other woody plants as wood because they don’t produce xylem.
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their ecologically important tropical rainforest that it cannot recover from this massive output. Every five years Indonesia loses a forested area the size of Saxony, which accounts for two percent of the country’s total forest cover. Even greater is the number of tropical trees Brazil allows to disappear – a forested area believed to be as large as the whole of Belgium is felled every five years.
90 billion trees Additionally, the wood of tropical trees such as mahogany and teak is considered particularly precious as it is very hard, resistant, and level. For this reason, many tropical woods are used for the construction of high-quality furniture, as veneer or the interior of luxury pieces. If one is willing to compromise on the aforementioned qualities, however, wood from the rainforest can easily be replaced by that of native trees. Take, for example, the Swiss pine, which can be found in the Alps and has gained popularity as an indemand material for rustic furniture in recent years. Germany boasts a healthy forest ecosystem; about one third of the country's landmass is 15
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covered with forest, which accounts for 11.4 million hectares. Around 90 billion trees grow in the country, a good quarter of them spruce. Close behind are pines, while beeches and oaks are considerably less present among the most common tree types. Trees which are not actually native to Germany but have been settled here by foresters, gardeners, or similar professionals make up a significant share of just under five per cent. These extraneous trees include the North American Douglas fir, Mediterranean native black pine, and the Japanese larch.
Standing and hanging pine cones Most of us learned in school how to identify Germany’s most prominent trees. Since most of this information was taught in earlier grades, it’s likely been forgotten by now. What should still be retained, however, is the basic distinction between deciduous and coniferous trees. The leaves of deciduous trees look so
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about one third of Germany's landmass is covered with forest. which accounts for 11.4 million hectares.
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The German wood industry
different that it should be relatively easy to distinguish a maple from an oak or a willow. In addition, some bear fruits like beech and chestnuts. The birch, of course, is most easily identified by its white bark. Identifying coniferous trees is somewhat more difficult since their needles look very much alike to the unprofessional eye. In addition to the arrangement of the needles, the cone also provides useful information about the tree. If the cone is on the branch, it is almost certainly a fir or a larch; if it hangs, then it can only be a pine or a spruce. When considering needles, the case becomes clear: on firs and spruces, the needles grow individually on the branch, whereas they are found in bushels on larches and pines. It is not quite true that all conifers remain green throughout the year, by the way. Four do not do this, namely the gold larch, the marsh cypress, the mammoth tree, and the larch. The latter is the only summergreen coniferous tree found on our latitude.
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Timber processing is one of the most important sectors for the German economy. The industry employs more than 1.1 million people with an annual turnover of 177 billion euros. The sawmill industry and the wood trade, paper making and processing, as well as publishing and printing are all parts of the sector that encompasses forestry. One of the most profitable fields is the furniture industry, where nearly 12,000 German companies with around 134,000 employees yield a turnover of 20 billion euros a year. This practice sees almost every type of wood used for processing into tables, chairs, cabinets or armoires. The hardness of the wood is usually decisive – fir is rather soft, while birch very solid – as is the colour. Cherry and walnut trees have a very dark colour, while maple and birch are by contrast more of a light brown.
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Chipboards are pressed together at temperatures between 200 and 250 degrees Celsius.
Š Timo Roth
Furniture made of chipboard Chipboard plays an important role in furniture construction. These are boards made up of several layers of wood chips leftover from wood processing or from crushed old furniture. Glue is mixed between the chips, and the plate is then pressed together at temperatures between 200 SISTER-MAG.COM
and 250 degrees Celsius. The method was invented by the German electrical engineer Max Himmelheber, whose parents had a carpenter's workshop. Since only about 40 per cent of the damaged wood was recycled, Himmelheber wanted to increase this value. In 1932 he patented the chipboard, doubling the amount of recycled wood. Today, around seven million cubic metres of chipboard are produced in Germany, half of which is processed into furniture.
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Wood is still a very popular building material, by the way, and not just for barns, garden sheds, and picturesque farmhouses. High and long structures such as bridges, towers, and even multistorey houses can also consist entirely of this natural building material. The Drachenschwanz in the Thuringian town of Ronneburg is the longest wooden bridge in Europe at 225 meters, and the 182-metre Vihantasalmi bridge near Mäntyharju in Finland can
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even handle car traffic. In the Hackney district of London there is a wooden dwelling of nine storeys in which even the stairwell and the elevator, together with the shaft, are made of wood. This would not be possible for reasons of fire protection in Germany, so the two highest wooden residential buildings in the country – E3 in Berlin and H8 in Bad Aibling, both at 25 metres in height – each have a concrete staircase. Experts are of the opinion that constructing buildings with 20 floors made of wood is easy, so we can assume that a lot of wooden high-rises will sprout from the ground soon. SISTER-MAG.COM
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woodworking tips
Do's & dont's with wood time Set aside enough time for your project as it will usually take longer than you expect. Don’t put yourself under pressure, otherwise you run the risk of making a mistake or getting injured.
TEXT: FLORIAN HANKE
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Safety Woodworking gloves are an absolute must when you’re working with wood. Solid footwear is definitely necessary, and I would recommend using a dust mask when it comes to sanding. Wood dust is very fine and settles in the lungs
TIP You can find inexpensive singleuse dust masks at the pharmacy.
Preparation Every project should be well planned and thought out beforehand. A rough sketch will be especially helpful. A few questions you should ask yourself: What type of wood do I need for my project? Which tools? How much time?
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Equipment You’ll need a stable foundation – like a workbench or secure table – to begin woodworking. For larger cuts I would recommend going to the timber shop so you can work with more precision. For smaller projects, a crosscut saw or electric jigsaw will be sufficient. A wooden hammer, sandpaper, clamps or screw clamps (for fixing), a cordless screwdriver, and a set of wood drills as well as wooden dowels and wood glue complete your basic inventory.
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TIP Many cities are home to neighbourhood toolsharing projects where you can share equipment with others.
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Sawing Wood Be aware of the width of your saw blade when cutting wood. Mark exactly where the saw edge should run and run the blade along the outer line. This prevents your work from becoming smaller than
intended. When using an electric saw – a jigsaw, for example – be sure to wear eye and hand protection. Otherwise, you risk stray woodchips getting in your eye and hindering your work.
Wood You can generally group wood into two categories – deciduous and coniferous. Deciduous trees grow slowly and the wood is usually harder. Coniferous trees, by contrast, grow quicker and the wood is often softer. You need to be aware of this when you start processing the wood. Glued timber consists of several layers of wood glued together. Its industrial processing makes it less susceptible to cracks, and it is often used for building models and furniture construction.
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TIP Coniferous timber (pine, for example) is usually cheaper and sufficient for most smaller projects. Deciduous timber (beech, oak) is more expensive but also more stable and can handle more demand when processing.
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Sanding Wood
TIP Begin with a grain size of 80, and then 120, and then 180. For a very smooth result, you can finally use a grain size of 240. You can use your fingers to feel for small irregularities.
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When sanding wood, you need to remember that it consists of between 50 and 90% fibres, depending on the type. Make sure that you’re sanding in the direction of the fibres, and not against. If you sand against, you’ll end up with large scratches that will be very difficult to get rid of. You should generally start with a rough sandpaper and continue to work down from there to achieve the desired result.
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Binding Wood There are many different possibilities when it comes to binding two more pieces of wood. You could use nails, screws, or wooden dowels and wood glue, for example. For nails and screws, you always need to consider that the wood can easily split and therefore ruin your work. To prevent this, you should always drill a hole beforehand. To do this, select a wood drill with a smaller diameter than the nail or screw being used. Wooden dowels and wood glue offer a more aesthetically pleasing variation to binding
wood. You’ll still need to drill holes for this method, though this time the holes must have the same diameter as the dowels. You can buy depth stops at the hardware store that will help you drill the right depth. Before you put the wooden dowel in the hole, add a drop of wood glue to the dowel. You can then connect the two pieces of wood. If you use a clamp to apply pressure to the glued pieces of wood and allow the piece to dry for a few hours, you will end up with a solid connection.
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WOOD TURNING TEXT: JULIA LAUKERT PHOTOS: NADINE SCHACHINGER / HERZFLIMMERN
AT THE LATHE OF GINGER WOOD
He is a fine specimen of a man, this Franz Josef Keilhofer: a proud bearded man, a savvy craftsman and a successful businessman. The self-employed wood turner from Upper Bavaria lives in the parental farmhouse with an own workshop where he produces hand-caressing and artful wooden objects. He also manages the marketing of his label Ginger Wood by himself and is proud of its great international demand.
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In mid-November, his first book will be published: Mit Holz, Herz und Hand (With wood, heart and hand) in which he writes about his career path. The tattooed businessman told us beforehand how he came to his business.
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WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO BECOME SELF-EMPLOYED AND HOW DID YOU PREPARE FOR THAT? My enthusiasm for woodturning made me decide to do so. Before I became self-employed I made a business plan and got some advice from an association for business startups.
DID YOU GET ANY SUBSIDIES FOR YOUR WORKSHOP OR DID YOU FINANCE THE EQUIPMENT YOURSELF?
SISTERMAG: HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE YOUR OWN BOSS? Franz J. Keilhofer: Great! You can use your time as you like. Nobody snarls at you, and you don’t have to count on somebody else doing their job properly. But you need a lot of discipline, ambition and autonomy since you have the sole responsibility for your actions. When you don’t work you don’t earn any money. But on the other hand, working doesn’t necessarily mean that you earn money.
Back then, I didn’t meet the requirements for a business startup subsidy. I had some savings that I used to set up my first small workshop two years before I decided to become self-employed. After that, I bought more and more tools and machines. One year ago, I took out a loan to set up a workshop that meets my expectations (with some limitations) in order to work and produce economically.
HOW DID YOU GET YOUR LATHE? Unfortunately, it was very unspectacular; I bought it in a specialist shop. In my region, most people know what working the lathe means but just a few get in contact with it.
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HOW MUCH SPACE DOES YOUR WORKPLACE TAKE AND WHAT’S THE BASIC EQUIPMENT OF A WOOD TURNER? The nice thing about woodturning is that you, unlike carpentry, need only a few machines and tools: a lathe, woodturning tools, the possibility of sharpening the tools and a chuck or a so-called driver. There are lathes that fit on a small table. For a hobby workshop, small space is enough. If you want to do the woodturning professionally you need a proper workshop. I have about 50 m² of workshop space, 40 m² of storage room and 20 m² of sales room.
IS THERE STRUCTURE OR CREATIVE CHAOS IN YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK? In my 12+ hours day, everything is structured: My workday starts at 8. From Monday to Wednesday, I’m in the workshop until 2 p.m. Since I am a self-employed private tutor for mathematics as well, I give lessons afterwards. From Thursday to Saturday, I’m in the workshop until evening. After that, I sit at the computer and take care of the »office« and other annoying obligations that come with self-employment. SISTER-MAG.COM
It sounds like a lot – and it is! But if you like to do it, it’s not that bad. In summer, it sometimes happens that I spent the whole day by the lake while others work.
COULD YOU PLEASE EXPLAIN THE TECHNIQUE OF WOODTURNING IN A NUTSHELL? There is a piece of wood that’s rotated by the lathe. With the wood-
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WOOD turning tool that is nothing else than a sharp and solid knife you cut the wood until the desired form remains.
to be felled). This preserves my resources and the environment.
WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR MATERIAL?
No! The fact of the matter is that there are significantly more male than female wood turners. But for woodturning, only talent and enthusiasm count. The gender is just a minor matter!
99 % of the wood I work with comes from my region, many of it even comes from our own forest. Whenever it’s possible I use wood of trees that had already been felled (had
IS WOODTURNING A MALE CRAFTSMANSHIP?
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HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR PRODUCTION? DO YOU HAVE EMPLOYEES OR TRAINEES IN YOUR COMPANY? I only produce for the stock. At the beginning of the year, I consider which and how many products I approximately could sell. Then I start the production. I generate the largest part of my revenues in the pre-Christmas season. By mid-November, the stock has to be filled. SISTER-MAG.COM
I don’t have any employees; I want to have my peace (laughs). It’s the same for trainees: There are only a few jobs that can be done without lengthy instructions.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFICULTIES OF WOODTURNING AND WHICH ADVANTAGES SUGGEST THAT ONE SHOULD LEARN THE CRAFT?
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professional wood turner, there are many hundreds of hobby wood turners who don’t have to earn any money with their work. It’s difficult to prevail on the price level – it only works through quality.
WHERE CAN WE BUY PRODUCTS OF GINGER WOOD?
The difficulty is that there is an incredible lot of things that you have to learn. Many hand movements need years until they work out perfectly. It took about 1,000 bowls until I managed woodturning bowls on a solid level. And it will need some thousands more until I master it. Learning never stops. If you want to be self-employed you have to be aware that, for one
I prefer that people, after prior notification, come into my shop and touch and feel the products they are interested in. You also can order by e-mail. And there are shops like Ludwig Beck in Munich or Love Objects in Lüneburg that sell products of me.
AS A PRIVATE TUTOR: WHICH ADVICE DO YOU GIVE YOUR STUDENTS? A sentence they hear from me with a twinkle in my eye: »Life is Pain«. More detailed, it means the following: If you want something you have to be ready to do what’s necessary – although it’s not always easy and fun.
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TEXT OLGA FELKER
ILLUSTRATIONS EMMA BLOCK
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If you have browsed Pinterest lately for DIY ideas to spruce up your apartment, you will have noticed that one material is all but inevitable at the moment: birch! Looking around elsewhere, as a matter of fact, you may have seen that birch isn’t only used to build things. It’s found its way into drinks, vitamins, hair care products, and cosmetics. So we have decided to dedicate a whole feature to this new – and, as you are about to find out, quite old trend. And just in case reading this article should indeed give you birch fever, we’ve also added some great birchbased DIY ideas for you to try your hands at. We wish you much joy on the hunt for the most suitable birch materials!
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ALL ABOUT THAT BIRCH It’s a little odd that the birch should only have made its way into our consciousness now. The trees with their distinctly white bark - which, by the way, is what gave them their name; it comes from IndoGermanic and means 'glistening' – have long been used in northern parts of the world like Finland and Siberia. Birch-based products like jewelry boxes, hair brushes,
and headdresses are still a very common sight in Siberia today. The birch has a long tradition in Germanic regions, too, as the goto tree for a Maypole, for example. Traditionally, trees were brought from the forest into the town as a symbol of spring, which, ideally, arrived at the same time. The birch was chosen because it represents the Germanic goddess Freya, who
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is a symbol for love and fertility, much like her counterpart in Roman mythology, Venus. Love and fertility weren’t the only attributes connected to birches, however. For a long time they were also known as the »trees of protection«. After all, birches were basically our first reflector posts. Like most delineators today, the birch was easily visible even in the dark thanks to its white bark. This made it ideal to guide travellers through dark and unfamiliar streets. But not all the traits attributed to the birch were positive. It was thought to attract lightning, which is why it was often planted next to farm houses. And there is also the legend that the world‘s final battle will be fought beneath a birch tree.
My personal passion for the craft, which I got to experience first-hand on visits to my family in Siberia, has always been strong. It’s fascinating to see the strong, rugged hands of Russian men transform birch bark into the most artistic floral shapes and ornaments.
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MEDICINICAL BIRCH Now that winter – aka sick season – is coming, everybody is looking for a simple but effective remedy. Birch is a great bet, especially for women with bladder problems. Birch water – which has knocked coconut water off the top of the »it drink« charts – is thought to give cranberry juice a run for its money when it comes to treating cystitis.
Birch water – also known as birch juice – has a fresh and sweet flavour and is packed with healthy ingredients like amino acids, iron, zinc and vitamin C; it is thought to be diuretic, purify your blood, and have a generally stimulating effect. Birch juice also only has 18 calories per 100 milliliters, so it won’t make you pile on any extra winter pounds.
Birch juice can only be harvested in a small window between March and May. In order to get to the juice, the tree’s bark is drilled into at a large branch, preferably close to the trunk. Up to 10 litres of birch juice per day can be extracted this way. The treatment is not detrimental to the tree’s health if the cut is not too deep and also closed up with sap immediately after the extraction.
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BIRCH DIY As mentioned before, birch has traditionally been connected to the arrival of spring. But even with winter coming to our part of the world right now, there’s nothing wrong with bringing a little air of spring into your home. My personal birch connection is through Siberia, and since many people connect Siberia with winter, it again makes it a perfect fit. So to save you money on both a flight to Siberia and/or expensive furniture and decorations, we have compiled several birch-based DIY ideas for you in collaboration with three blogs: Gingered Things, mein feenstaub, and Puppenzirkus.
If you don’t want to buy birch at a home improvement store, you can just collect your materials on your next walk through the woods. Make sure to only take dead branches or trees, i.e. those which are lying on the ground, both for your own safety and for the environment!
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DIY CLOTHES RAIL
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4. Now get on your ladder and put on goggles (you’ll be drilling above your head and don’t want to get dust in your eyes). If there happen to be two of you, it’s a good idea for the second person to vacuum the dust while the other one is drilling. 5. Once the hole has been drilled, insert a peg and screw in your hook. 6. Now take your rope and cut a piece of the desired length. We mounted our rail in a way that has it hang 1.6 meters (5.2 feet) above the ground – but it’s completely up to you. Take your desired length off the height of your ceiling and
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you will know how much rope you will need. It’s advisable to cut the piece a little longer so you have more freedom as to how to tie it at the end. You may want to consider doubling the rope or chain. 7. Attach your pieces of rope to the hooks and finally the birch trunk. I wrapped my rope around the trunk a few times before I tied a knot.
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Diy FLOATING TRAY M AT E R I A L S A wooden disc Metal chain (about 1.5 meters/5 feet) Cordless drill with a drill bit suitable for wood (NB: this will be used to drill the holes into t h e w o o d s o m a k e s u r e i t’s w i d e enough to fit the chain)
3 wooden beads 3 chain rings Jewelry pliers optional: white enamel paint and brush
1. Start by marking three spots on your disk; this is where the chain will be attached. Make sure you mark spots at exactly the same distance from each other otherwise your creation will be lopsided. 2. Now take your drill and drill the three holes. 3. Next, prepare the metal chain: cut it into four pieces three of them at the same length. The fourth piece will be used to attach the disk to the ceiling and can be as long as you like. Take the end of this piece and bend it
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as shown in the image below using pliers. This is where the ends of the other three pieces will be attached. ...as shown further below. Once you have hooked on all three pieces you can bend the end of the fourth piece back using the pliers. 4. Now thread the end of the three equally long pieces through the holes you have drilled into the tray. 5. Turn the tray and thread the chains through three wooden beads. If the holes in the beads are too small, use your drill to widen them. Once each chain end has a bead threaded onto it, finish your creation by prying open the last link of each chain and attaching a ring (I have circled this for clarification). Use the pliers to close the links again – and you’re done!
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Diy LEAVE ON BIRCH M AT E R I A L S Thin craft wire A piece of wood Pliers
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1. I started by selecting a leaf on the smaller the nails should my computer that I could easily be or the wire leaf won’t be as transfer onto the wood. I went distinctively shaped. for a maple leaf but I think it 4. Once all the nails around the would probably look really outline of your leaf are in, you nice to use a combination of can start wrapping the wire. different leaves in different Make sure to hold it tight so it sizes. won’t slide off and you have to 2. Transfer the outlines of the start from scratch. leaf onto the wood using nails. To do this, just pinch a 5. When you have traced the outline, connect nails across small hole through the paper from each other, i.e. across into the piece of wood at the the leaf. corners that make the shape of the leaf. 6. Once you are happy with the result, wrap the wire a couple 3. Take a hammer and drive the of times around one nail to nails into the wood where you secure it, cut it with pliers, have made the marks. The smaller your piece of wood, and you’re done! 53
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Voluminous, shiny, healthy hair - who doesn’t dream of perfect locks? And yet, that dream so often remains just out of reach. We’ve all read the tips: brushing 100 times everyday before bed, switching up shampoos after your hair “gets used to them”, blowdrying with your head upside down... But at some point you realize that nothing seems to work anymore. Sounds familiar? Maybe the no-poo movement can offer a way out.
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The no poo movement builds on the writings of Lorraine Massey, the author behind „Curly Girl: The Handbook“ She popularized the curly girl method, which revolves around cutting sulfates and silicones from your haircare routine, and cleansing your hair with conditioner. Sulfates are what makes your soaps and shampoos lather up, creating the suds that we are so used to. Silicones come in a wide variety of types, but most of them are supposed to coat your hair in a protective layer that, for example, keeps it from getting frizzy in humid conditions, or makes it silky and easy to comb through. Both sound pretty good right? Well, they are! In some cases. The thing is that silicones can build up in your hair, making it dull, limp and stringy. And sulfates are
harsh on your hair, stripping it of dirt but also of natural oils. Additionally, using silicones makes it necessary to use sulfates as well, because some silicones are not water-soluble, so you need the lather to get the silicone build up out. So if you want to stop using sulfates, you also have to stop using some silicones. Going Cold Turkey on sulfates and silicones helps curly hair retain moisture that would be stripped by the use of sulfates, and the natural oils present on the scalp help define curls that would otherwise become a frizzy mop. However, the no poo method is not suitable for everyone. It might be the perfect fix for people with very dry, brittle hair, but if you have mostly straight and fine hair like I do, it just doesn't work! I could wait years between sham-
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hair feeling heavy or greasy. And yes, despite the lack of lathering, it really does leave your hair just as clean as a regular shampoo as long as you make an effort to really massage it in. This does require more effort if your hair is longer, though. I have a lot of hair, and when I use non-sulfate shampoos, I have to make sure I don’t miss spots on the back of my head. That's the first downside of using products like these. The second is that you need more product to wash your hair, because a non-lather formula doesn't cover as much hair as your regular sulfate shampoo does. So you're likely to run out quite fast if you use the Low Shampoo. However, your mileage may vary if you have less hair than I have, or a shorter haircut, this will be no issue for you. My boyfriend has totally fallen head over heels for this shampoo because it leaves his short, thin, wavy, fine hair soft but with body, and it makes it easy to style. I've noticed a huge change for his hair. Additionally, low poo
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functions as shampoo and conditioner in one, leaving your hair moisturized and incredibly soft. In general, I can totally recommend experimenting with time between washes as well as sulfates and silicones, to see what works best for your hair. Let me illustrate what a difference it has made for me. On the left, I'm about 17, and at that time I used to wash my hair just about every other day with a pretty harsh shampoo. My haircut isn't that different from the one I'm rocking now, being long
hair with some layers starting at chin length, but my hair looks so. different. More body, thicker, not as frizzy (seriously just check my frizzy ends in the left picture) and just all around better. I don't even have to explain it, do I? My hair thrives when I dial back the sulfates and silicones and wash it less often. It also brings out the natural wave in my hair when I let it airdry. So I can only recommend that you give low poo a try f if you're not 100% happy with the way your hair looks!
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Festively clad in red and gold, the new Low Shampoos by L’Oréal are an everyday luxury for your hair. We organised a shoot at the sisterMAG-studio focussing on showing you the new innovation by L’Oréal on the hair of four wonderfully real bloggers. The star of the show: Curly, straight and shiny locks! We didn’t only take pretty pictures though – you can also find two video tutorials on how to use the Low Shampoo (it’s a little different from your standard drugstore shampoo) and stunning cinemagraphs in this feature! Concentrating on the effects and the proper use of low shampoo, the videos show you exactly how to make your hair happy. Another big Thank You to our brilliant models Jasmin Julia , Nadine , and Saskia .
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The L’Oréal Low Shampoo Elvive Colour Protect contains an extra UV-filter, which makes it perfect for coloured, fragile hair.
Her fiery red hair was the perfect addition to our our shoot!
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Jasmin and sisterMAG go way back: she was our cover model for sisterMAG 8 and was one of our first interns in 2013.
The L’Oréal Low Shampoo Elvive Extraordinary Oil is enriched with 6 different flower extracts, which make the hair shiny and soft.
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Julia already started her blog in 2010 at 16 years.
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How to #Low S h a m po o 1Moisten your hair. 2Apply 5-15 pumps from
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You have colour-treated hair or are simply looking for shiny locks? Try the new L’Óreal Low-Shampoo for colour treated hair. It protects your hair colour while carefully cleansing and nourishing your ends.
Your hair is dry and you’re battling split ends? The L`Oreal Low-Shampoo Oil- Magique might just be the solution you’ve been looking for! Gently removing everyday dirt, it makes your hair easier to comb and handle while giving your locks a deep treatment to make them look healthier and shinier! 75
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On a cozy Friday morning, we invited a couple of influencers to come over to the sisterMAG offices to test the new Low-Shampoo from L’Oreal. After hearing experts talk about the new product, every one of the bloggers got a Low-Shampoo hair treatment uniquely matched to their hair structure. Later on, everybodys locks were styled, straightened and curled to perfection amidst being massaged and crafting beautiful hair accessories (instructions on how to make these at home can be found on the following pages). We finished the day off with a delicious curry and scrumptious brownies – the perfect start to a perfect weekend! Our lovely bloggers: Saskia from Oh Hedwig , Ricarda from Cats & Dogs , Talisa from Blütenschimmer , Eileen from Eileena Ley , Franzi from Zuckermädchen , Samira and Laura from Samieze and Jules and Mary from Herz & Blut .
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THINGS YOU NEED: FELT IN COLOURS OF YOUR CHOICE THE LEAVES: SMALL = ABOUT 1,5 CM (ABOUT 9 INDIVIDUAL ONES) MIDDLE = ABOUT 2 CM (ABOUT 13 INDIVIDUAL ONES) BIG = ABOUT 3 CM (ABOUT 15 INDIVIDUAL ONES) SCISSORS HOT GLUE GUN HAIRCLIP (FROM A CRAFT SHOP) PENCIL CARDBOARD SISTER-MAG.COM
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Cut out a cardboard stencil and trace the shape on your piece of felt. It should roughly look like a petal with a pointed tip. You will also need a circle of felt for the back.
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Pink terry bathrobe, flowered slipper socks, stained sweatpants, the time of change!
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There’s one thing different cozy clothes have in common: they let the stress of a working day slip away from you. With every piece of office clothing you remove you also remove the tasks of work, the responsibility and your role at work. The tough businesswoman turns into a caring mother, the fashionista becomes a little girl in a pink terry suit. The change of clothes after coming home has been a role reversal for a long time. However, before women entered the world of work, it looked slightly different. The fashionable woman slipped out of her multiple layers of petticoats, threw her Mary Jane shoes into the corner and whipped her apron dress on. For those of you who have no idea
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MATERIAL FOR COMFY WEAR? Definitively knit fabric. I love knitted cardigans and scarves. The more loose-knit the better!
WHICH THREE THINGS CAN’T YOU WAIVE ON THE COUCH ON A LAZY SUNDAY? Thick wool socks, hot chocolate and Netflix is everything I need.
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LINA KOTTUTZ from REDRED-CARPET WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE BRAND OF COMFY WEAR? Lauren Moshi (tracksuits) and Nike (leggings).
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MATERIAL FOR COMFY WEAR? Very soft cotton or cashmere.
WHICH THREE THINGS CAN’T YOU WAIVE ON THE COUCH ON A LAZY SUNDAY? MacBook Pro (which is my TV as well), iPhone and my dog Josie (food and beverages have to be there too ;)) SISTER-MAG.COM
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what an apron dress is: it’s the housewives’ version of the boiler suit. It’s practical (because of the continuous button border on the front), simple to care for (thanks to 100% cotton content) and concealing (because of the small flower or check patterns). Because of the change into this armour, a metamorphosis started that changed the charming miss into the woman that weeds and feeds pigs.
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WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MATERIAL FOR COMFY WEAR?
»There’s one thing different cozy clothes have in common: They let the stress of a working day slip away from you.«
Terry! Of course, I’m not sitting on the couch wearing a terry suit – but what is more comfy than nestling into a soft terry bathrobe after showering?
WHICH THREE THINGS CAN’T YOU WAIVE ON THE COUCH ON A LAZY SUNDAY? A blanket, a big cappuccino and a good book.
What remains to us women is the fact that we don’t want to be the same in the outer world and at home. Although we always have to decide whether we want to be soft or tough, it’s we who have to decide what we want to project outwards!
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topmost branches of stunning trees, just like a proper tree-house is supposed to. And they are no makeshift shacks either but oftentimes luxury temporary homes away from home, built in adherence with strict ecologic guidelines. And rooms made entirely of wood are just one aspect of a coherent vision, a hotel concept also includes sustainable restaurants serving local food, high-end spas and a wide range of leisure activities. What stands out about our selection is its diversity: The hotels introduced all put a premium on the use of wood, ecology and nature but despite their common values they are distinctly different destinations. sisterMAG has taken a closer look at a range of hotels in a number of different countries and ranked them by price and quality.
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HAMBURG / GERMANY The hotel is part of a building complex centered all-around a forest topic comprised of a conference centre, rooms for school, pre-school and other events, and the hotel itself. The modern rooms have been furnished with a variety of nature themes in mind; there’s a juniper room and a dwarf beech room to name just two. This hotel is not all-wood though and plenty of different fabrics have been used to finish the design with suitable drapes and carpets. A double room is available at the fairly reasonable price of 85€ per night, without breakfast.
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LEOGANG / AUSTRIA Nestling into stunning Alpine surroundings this hotel is situated right next to a ski slope which makes it a great choice for both winter sports enthusiasts and other adventurers. The air and attributes of the landscape permeate every inch of the hotel, an experience facilitated by large panoramic windows, natural building materials, extensive glazing, sustainability and, of course, a lot of wood. At an average room rate of 140€ per person per night it is rather pricy but does welcome its guests with rooms finished to the highest of luxurious standards, a large spa area and an elegant restaurant with live kitchen.
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EUPEN / BELGIUM Despite its urban location the rooms of this hotel will make you feel like you’re spending the night in a tree-house. Floors, walls, ceilings and the furniture are all made from wood in similar shades. Natural building materials and eco-friendliness are the main focal points of this establishment. Built using mainly wood and clay, this hotel relies on two of the oldest building materials available which still provide comfort and coziness due to their perfect insulating properties. Rooms are purist yet cozy and available at 95€ per person per night (based on two people sharing) including breakfast.
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TONGABEZI LODGES LIVINGSTONE NATIONAL PARK / SAMBIA This hotel offers a high level of luxury as well as a view of the Zambezi River from its open lodges. From the thatched roofs to the lodge walls and furnishings wood is the main building material. This is also true for the so-called dog-house, one of several near by tree-houses, built on stilts in the forest. All the wood used to build the lodges has been locally and regionally sourced from sustainable plantations. The hotel proprietors also support local projects including AIDS prevention programs and the development of a local school project: 10% of their annual income goes to the Mukuni Community which builds houses for new schools and their teachers. The only draw-back about this hotel is its steep price: even in off-season a lodge will set you back 520$ per night.
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PHOTOS CRISTOPHER SANTOS HAIR & MAKEUP PATRICIA HECK MODEL LINA MALLON LETTERINGS & DOODLES TANJA CAPPELL (FRAU HÖLLE) TEXT TONI SUTTER | LAURA GLABBATZ | NADINE STEINMETZ| LUZIE LAUX | LINA MALLON | LAURA LAGERSHAUSEN
LIVE INSYNC – Living synchronised? Even if the term might sound a little odd at the first glance, it actually describes one of the main challenges of women in the bloom of life – which is basically us! A successful career, wonderful mother and housewife, sexy partner and loyal friend who supports her man in every situation. Together with our partner Activia, we took a closer look at this balancing act and found three strong women who shared their personal stories as well as practical and pragmatic tips for a more balanced life. Enjoy reading and implementing those into your own everyday.
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sisterMAG founder Antonia Sutter Studied Economics at the HHL Leipzig. After graduating from university, she started her career at the YOC AG in Berlin. Since 2008, she led the company’s Business Development before she became the managing director of their daughter company, YOC Ltd., in London. At sisterMAG and COP, Antonia is responsible for the company’s strategic development, the business organisation, as well as outreach building.
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sisterMAG founder Toni made her own experiences when it comes to juggling the different areas of life – whether it was as a young business woman with many career ambitions or founding a start-up within your own family. In the following, Toni talks about the life as a digital (family)-entrepreneur, her path so far, and goals for the future.
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What makes a strong woman? A very personal account by sisterMAG founder Antonia Sutter
Determination,
confidence,
discipline, willpower are traits generally accepted to be the basis of professional success. Be strong and visualize your goal, be strong and set out on the path to your goal, be strong and see it through, be even stronger and win! In the German language, which assigns genders to all nouns, strength is feminine and yet it has for the longest time been attributed to men for whom physical strength was
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help change our perception. Criteria by which success and strength are measured are shifting – today’s successful people are very different from those of a few decades ago and they need a very different set of strengths. My personal yardstick for strength is the ability to assess and utilize your individual potential. It’s much less about achieving a career goal envisioned and imposed on you by your environment, but rather finding your own way and making the most of the possibilities that present themselves. This approach can help you realize a whole host of different goals: Your dream may be to run our own café or shop, or you may want to reach an executive position in a big corporation, or you may find self-actualization being a family person and mother. For me, a strong woman is one who charts her own course, who accepts her strengths AND weaknesses, and who asks for help in areas in which she needs SISTER-MAG.COM
it; who embraces all aspects of her character, who faces issues head-on and sometimes makes hard decisions, who bounces back and makes her own luck without lament or easy surrender. I was lucky enough to have my family’s support on any path I chose for my life. Both my father and cousin are physicians but nobody in my family shed a tear when I decided to study business administration. During my studies, in various internships and my first jobs I had the opportunity to try out different things so as to find my strengths and interests. That’s how I discovered my love for start-ups and continuously shepherding new creations to success. Sometimes it seems crazy even to me to go and challenge longestablished companies, bundle my entire pace, determination and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve the impossible and establish my brand. Of course we don’t succeed in every single
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Over the 10 years that my working life has spanned so far, I have created 5 G U I D E L I N E S which help me master professional challenges: ǷǷ SET REALISTIC GOALS ǷǷ Face challenges in a POSITIVE manner and keep reminding yourself what is going well and what has gone well in the past
endeavor; setbacks are a part of our professional life. But after a long dry spell, many tough fights about topics and content, tireless efforts from contributors and collaborators, there is nothing better than being able to look at a brilliant new issue or a successful event and to know that you have utilized your personal strengths in the best way possible.
ǷǷ Recognize your own WEAKNESSES (accept criticism where its reasonable and justified) and keep concentrating own your strengths ǷǷ BE COURAGEOUS, make decisions, and don’t leave them to others ǷǷ KEEP CALM – don’t act in the heat of the moment after an attack or bad news I would be thrilled if my thoughts could help you a little along the way in recognizing your strengths and utilizing your full potential!
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little voice inside us (women) whose whinging and whining keeps us from trying new things or change that one thing in our lives that’s been annoying us for such a long time? The voice of doubt, the skeptic that keeps telling us we’re just not good enough for a certain thing or a certain someone – the voice that keeps us from realizing our full potential.
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We can see so many of our sisterMAG readers in our mind’s eye right now, nodding while they are reading these lines. Torn in their daily lives, struggling to deal with the pressures of balancing their nuclear family, work, friends and their wider family with their own true self every single day, they also ask themselves what this could possibly have to do with yoghurt and ACTIVIA. Nothing, really. And yet, everything! 70% of ACTIVIA consumers are women, which makes them the target demographic for the well-beingpromoting yoghurt. So it’s no wonder either that ACTIVIA puts special effort into understanding women and what motivates them. In keeping with this endeavour they launched a worldwide study* asking the decisive question:
What is it that keeps women from making their dreams come true? * About the Danone ACTIVIA InSync study Danone ACTIVIA, in cooperation with Google and GlobalWebIndex, conducted a survey of more than 150.000 women between the ages of 25 and 55 in Russia, the USA, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Japan, Poland, Romania, Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Germany, Australia, Belgium and South Africa. Their goal was to gauge in how far the voice of the »inner critic« had an influence on the life of the participants surveyed. The study was conducted by a variety of partners commissioned by Danone ACTIVIA. The digital survey was executed by Google on 6th July 2016. The GlobalWebIndex survey conducted on 17th June 2016 was based on a multiple-selection survey.
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The results confirmed that it is mostly our own inner critic who keep us from seizing new opportunities. The study also showed that those women who accept their inner critic and find a measured way to work with her are generally more content and lead more balanced lives. Balance is the key word and central concept which triggered ACTIVIA’s »Live #InSync« campaign. »At ACTIVIA, we believe in the potential within every woman. And we want to inspire women to follow whatever it is that drives them and find their own way to personal fulfillment,« says Mathias Blume, Danone’s Marketing Director.
for detail and her work comes across in every single word of her account. Awesome women with awesome life stories. The one thing they all have in common: they don’t make a point of stating how accomplished they are in their respective fields... instead, they let their conviction in what they do shine through. They appreciate themselves in an unpretentious and highly likeable manner. And that’s the way to do it!
This isn’t just a snazzy slogan but the tag line of ACTIVIA’s serious commitment to which they have dedicated an entire website exploring the »Live #InSync« theme in the style of a glossy women’s magazine sporting many different articles, personal accounts, tips and ideas for finding your perfect InSync balance. Meet a ballerina sharing the story of her first steps on stage and a photographer whose love
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The young lady Of our Activia-shoot on the left? Our good friend, Lina – blogger on linamallon. de – became our model and answered the question of balance in everyday life and told us about her #INSYNC moments on the following pages
And since super women need super food, ACTIVITA has launched two tasty new super food yoghurts with their »Live #InSync« campaign: ACTIVIA multigrain quinoa and sunflower seeds and ACTIVIA multigrain spelt and poppy, both of which combine popular super food cereals with its signature easily digestible yoghurt cultures and the special BifidusActiRegularis® cultures. For those of you wondering what exactly the secret and special properties of the BifidusActiRegularis® cultures are, we have compiled some information in the info box at the end of this article.
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BIFIDUSBAKTERIEN are a natural part of the bacterial flora in the human body
HENRY TISSIER discovered Bifidobacteria in the intestinal flora of breast-fed babies
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So there is obviously one very important question left to answer: What does the new multigrain range taste like? Thankfully, the super women that make up our sisterMAG editorial team have volunteered to try the new taste options and share their Live InSync moments with you.
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Marie tries the multigrain spelt & poppy seed while she is crafting at the sisterMAG workshop. This is the French woman’s favourite spot, as cutting, crafting and working with paper is the perfect balance to layouting in front of a computer screen. She also likes to spend days working on huge paper flowers.
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A true #INSYNC moment for Thea is combining a small run followed by a hot bath. During flat hunting, the bath tub could always be found on the Top 10 on her priority list. Best enjoyed with a tea in one hand and a yogurt in the other!
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The team loves small breaks in between, whether with a coffee in hand or a yogurt. A little chat with colleagues about your recent projects or weekend plans gives you new energy. Our favourite spot for this is the big counter in the kitchen of the sisterMAG office. Do you have a collective meeting point at your office?
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QUALITY-ME-TIME. WORK-LIFE-BALANCE. CONSCIOUS LIVING.
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Or keywords you search for on Pinterest which will yield pictures of many inspiring quotes in beautiful calligraphy which you pin… and immediately forget.
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These are the tried phrases, bromides even, you turn to when someone in a job interview asks you what you consider important in life – apart from your job, of course.
I started my own business and a work-life-balance became an important factor. Not so much in my first year, in which I was full of drive and motivation, after my relationship had ended and I was in love with my new job, channeling euphoria through my fully charged batteries. But in year two, when I had settled into my life as a single, into the paperwork, into the possibilities, but also into the anxiety about the future, into overworked weeks and missed weekends, into the daily routine of a one-woman-show.
Work-life-balance has to do with yoga and Chai tea. It’s for people who always remove their makeup at night, who have shiny hair and only ever drink one martini – instead of downing three on a random Thursday night and then having to rely on a lot of strong Being your own boss is great fun! coffee and concealer in order to It’s such a treat to get to decide on a Monday what you want the rest make it through Friday. Or that’s what I thought for all those of your week to look like, what the years, in which I only ever glanced blog will feature, what it will focus at these buzzwords in the headlines on, and what it will link to. The of lifestyle supplement articles or reality, however, is that once you have started your own business in wherever else they were lurking. a certain medium, you are bound to deadlines and a timeframe that may have seemed perfectly
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reasonable three weeks ago but will turn out to be incredibly tight and stressful two days before the due date. And that’s not all: your job keeps growing. It‘s not just a single layer anymore. Writing now also involves administrative organization, layout, photography and content planning. Add to that appointments with customers, business trips, and a generally packed schedule. And the fact that it all has to look a breeze from the outside.
short: I needed help. And that is something most entrepreneurs don’t like to admit and even fewer can embrace without a significant loss of trust in their own abilities. So I looked for a partner, a colleague who by taking care of my inbox and my appointments gave me back some muchneeded breathing space. I was able to focus on my core job again: writing, creating, expressing myself through photography and words, sharing stories.
It also helped me appreciate As long as the juggling went the importance of the balance smoothly, I even managed to between what I could do and what mount my unicycle every now and I should do in other aspects of life. then. But as soon as I dropped I started to work out again that just one ball, the others inevitably year, too. A change not brought followed suit. about by Instagram as much as It took me quite a while to figure out that I couldn’t just work more; my operation had to grow, I had to delegate certain tasks. In
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rushed and exhausted and not (just) because of a lack of sleep, but because my lifestyle drained more energy from me than it provided. The main argument I made against a lifestyle change involving exercise and healthy, homemade food? Time! I didn’t have any in my old routine – how could I do even more?
perspectives clear. I decided a long time ago that I love Champagne glasses, nicely set around dinner tables, the company of colleagues, endless nights, and worn-out dancing shoes just as much as a mug of peppermint tea in a onesie on the sofa with my best friend. It‘s important for me to be both and to be able to be both.
Now, though, my twice-weekly hour of boxing is a treasured island of quality me-time I genuinely look forward to.
Always on the go, never bogged down, constantly moving – and yet anchored. I think that’s what gives me courage to grow, to And what about the cooking? That’s re-invent myself and what lifts wonderfully relaxing because I me up: my personal anchor, my can watch Netflix or have a Skype home, my secure base from which call with my friend while I’m doing I can detach myself to do my own it. I don’t know why I didn’t think thing when my batteries are fully charged... of that earlier. I think of the time I spent with my friends as sacred. As someone who spends a lot of time online, I need a strong »offline back-up« to keep my priorities straight and my
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Small tokens A short text message wishing your sister a great day will show her that she is important to you. And it doesn’t get much better than seeing the joyous surprise on the face of a person when you give them a small unexpected gift, does it?
Regular work hours As urgent as answering that last email may seem on any given day, work should never come before friends and family. One email can turn in to several all too quickly and you’ll be late for an evening with your friends or get home much later than planned.
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Gratitude The closer family members are, the more exhausting they can get (hello, Mum & Dad!), but they are also the ones who will stand by you come what may. So in those nearing-the-end-of-your-tether moments don’t forget to be grateful that they are in your life.
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Honest(l)y? Granted, honesty should be a given in your relationship with close friends and family, but there are a few acceptable exceptions: Learn to tell the »know when to speak up« moments from the »know when to stay quiet« ones. Sometimes it’s better to keep even an honest opinion to oneself.
Toxic relationships If a friendship, or any relationship for that matter, gives you more grief and stress than joy, something’s amiss. Now, that’s not necessarily a reason to immediately call the whole thing off, but you should voice such unhappiness. When that does not succeed, however, you shouldn’t cling to relationships that don’t do you any good either.
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Keep a diary No, you’re not too old to do that! Keeping a diary can be extremely beneficial for adults, too. When there are just too many thoughts swirling around in your head, writing them down can be immensely helpful. It can also be great fun to leaf back through older entries.
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Learn to love your body There is nothing wrong with thinking, »Hey, I look pretty today.« On the contrary, it’s a beautiful and important thing to do! Every time you look in the mirror and see something you don’t like about yourself, try finding something else you do like.
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Time management When writing your to-do list, prioritize items straight away and be sure not to take on too much. It’s also important to schedule breaks.
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Plan a holiday Don’t put the final decision off – go ahead and book a holiday. You’ll enjoy having something to look forward to.
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Against all good advice – how to rediscover your inner balance without detox treatments and breathing exercises
A balanced life – reading such a phrase, most minds will automatically jump to yoga classes and feel-good exercises, super foods, and the good old »finding yourself«. It makes me think of how much more often I should workout, how many more smoothies I should drink, and how much better I should structure my daily life. So I can’t help but wonder if I am really the right person to write an article about inner balance. Maybe not. But maybe there are many more women like me out there who think along the same lines, and by feeling the need to do more to maintain the balance in their lives they end up losing it altogether. The most important goal is a simple one: Finding the right balance between the pressure for selfoptimization put upon us by society and our own true self. Constant thoughts about how much better you could be will definitely screw up any inner balance. What does »better« look like, anyway? Can it be achieved by following one of the many guide books?
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Balance is, in fact, our default state - and readjusting our balance therefore relatively easy. But first we must bid farewell to the idea that we cannot do it without some grand master cleanse plan. And the one that everybody around us is so much happier, prettier and more popular than we are, too! Regardless of whether you think of social media as a friend or a foe, this misconception is in no small part its doing. Many bloggers – i.e. people like me who
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use social media on a daily basis and even make a living sharing beautiful pictures and stories – have posted articles on how »social media is not real life«. Indeed, it is not! As I have to remind myself constantly. Facebook & Co. only show a fraction someone’s life, be they a blogger or a private person. Their real life is bound to look very, very different. There is no room for worries and sorrows on Instagram. It’s a place to share those special moments, unique snaps, and experiences so
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wonderful you just have to share them. And that’s a good thing, because even if it doesn’t show a true cross-section of life, it does emit an endless stream of positive energy. Energy we can utilize and incorporate into our daily lives. It can help motivate us to achieve our goals. It’s an area full of fine and often blurred lines. And I am the best example. Just a few paragraphs ago I categorized self-optimization as something negative and now I am telling you to use the positive energy emitted by social media to realize it. Say what? Enter balance! We have to learn how to read social media, just as we have learned to read our environment, so we can put it into context. And it’s equally important to be able to differentiate. Selfimprovement is not a bad concept as a matter of principle. Starting with yourself is the right way to go in many areas of life – think of climate change, charity, etc. But – and that’s where it gets tricky – if this leaves you unable to appreciate anything the way it is right now, chasing a better life and constantly comparing yours to others’, you’re overdoing it. This will inevitably lead you to the opposite of what you set out to find. It’s a dead certain way to lose your balance. 143
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ABOUT LAURA 26-year-old lifestyle and fashion blogger Laura lives in Hamburg. She started her blog »C´est Lali« while in Warsaw. Lali is Laura’s nickname, and as much as the phonetic similarities to »c´est la vie« (French for »That’s life«) are a perfect fit for the positivity of her blog, they are also a complete coincidence. Laura writes about the beautiful things in life and grants her readers insights into her daily life.
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So what does that mean for you, for me, for all of us? You don’t need a detox treatment or breathing exercises to find balance. It’s not about the optimally optimized best version of ourselves either. The key to is accepting learning to environment important to good choices ones.
inner balance yourself and assess your correctly. It’s actively make und avoid bad
Take good things on board, appreciate them, and turn them into energy and drive. Put negative things into perspective and assess them in the greater scheme of things. This will take the
edge of most of them. Filter negative experiences, learn from them, and try to turn them into positives. If you can’t, discard them! It helps, believe me. And remember: nobody is perfect. Not me, not you, and nobody else either. And we don’t need to be in order to feel balanced. If you can take that on board and remind yourself to »worry less, be happy instead« you’ll discover your inner balance without any help from the outside. Which is not to say you can’t have a nice smoothie every now and then!
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FIRST OF ALL, TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF. WHAT’S YOUR NAME AND WHERE ARE YOU FROM? Johanna My name is Johanna de Vos, I’m from the Netherlands, and I grew up on my parent's cheese farm. I attended an art academy and studied art history afterwards. Up until 2 years ago, I lived in Antwerp, Belgium, with my husband Jakob where I worked as a curator before we moved to the Mecklenburg lake district in 2014. Jakob Jakob Zunk. Born in Berlin,
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the woods. I start early in the morning; sturdy shoes, rugged trousers and a warm jacket are a must. Depending on the season, I plan the timber harvest, a new planting or a path, for example. To do this, I often walk across the terrain, off the beaten paths,
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and see over the trees. If they are valuable stocks of trees, I look at everyone from near and far, walk around them and decide whether they are to be harvested or how I can help them with their further growth. At noon, I often have a hearty snack with some cups of tea in the forest before I continue. The trees for our serving trays are hand-picked, they are ones that I've overseen for a long time. WHAT DOES YOUR WORKPLACE LOOK LIKE AND WHERE IS IT? Johanna My workplace consists of
a wooden workbench and a studio space with a desk. It’s in the wood workshop of Forsthof Krümmel. Jakob Most of the time, I’m in the
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I moved from Antwerp to the Mecklenburg lake district two years ago, I had to find myself again, in a way. I wasn’t able to continue working as a curator in a museum there anyway. Since I always loved wood and my husband Jakob is a ranger, I started working with wood soon after we moved. I was lucky that I could build my first work piece in the carpenter workshop of Forsthof Krümmel: a children’s bed for my daughter. I was most SISTER-MAG.COM
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holders and egg cups, and I’ve been working on a wine bottle holder. But for every new design, the simple form and the natural condition of the wood is most important. Jakob I always loved to be in
nature. When I did my civilian service in Mozambique, I got to know a ranger and go my first job in the woods. After that, my decision was made. HOW MUCH TIME A DAY DO YOU SPEND OUTSIDE? Johanna I mainly work in the
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a big garden, our own chickens and live very close to the forest. Jakob 5 to 10 hours, depending on the season. WHAT’S YOUR MOST IMPORTANT TOOL? Johanna The branding iron with our logo. Without it, the boards have a beautiful and simple form but they lack that certain something Jakob Laptop
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WHICH TOOL IS A NECESSITY FOR YOUR WORK ROUTINE? Johanna The sanding block is a very
important tool for me because I use it to give the boards a part of my personality. By polishing, you can manually enhance the little details or nuscances that you weren't able to notice before. Spray can, rangefinder, laptop Jakob
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WHICH TASKS DO YOU NEED A DESK FOR? Johanna For just a few (fortunately). But you can’t be without the necessary correspondences, accounting etc. I also use my desk for packing orders which I like very much. It’s important for me that the boards are not only packed well but also packed beautifully. I use simple recycled paper, write a small personal card and eventually put the stamp of Jakob&Johanna on it.
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It’s supposed to share what’s important for us: individuality, sustainability and high-quality, handmade products. Jakob Planning and invoices, also
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WHAT IS AN ABSOLUTE NO-GO ON YOUR DESK? Johanna Lack of space and disorder which unfortunately happens a lot. The combination of wood dust and laptop is inadvisable as well.
ARE THERE MORE STACKS OF PAPER OR MORE DIGITAL EQUIPMENT ON YOUR DESK?
Jakob Coffee in a plastic cup.
Jakob Stacks of paper.
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COOKING WITH WOOD AND FIRE TEXT: CHARLIE TANQUARY ILLUSTRATIONEN: MATHILDE SCHLIEBE
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Since the beginning of archaeological history, humans have experimented with the different ways to cook with fire. By the Paleolithic Era, 200,000 to 40,000 years ago, primitive communities had discovered the culinary power of fire. Ancient cultures all over the globe forged a crucial relationship with fire and wood, such as the Egyptian’s ‘earth oven’, the grecian rock oven, or even the Italian pizza oven! The ‘fireplace’ became the epicenter of communal gathering places a focal point in most homes. In fact, cooking with fire was a massive
evolutionary advancement for mankind, providing tastier meals, more nutrition and energy. Today, there is an estimated three billion people worldwide who still rely on an open cooking fire for their meals. With modern advancements like an outdoor grill or a barbeque, cooking with fire is significantly less intimidating! It can be as simple as a playful campfire roasting marshmallows or as intimidating as a 6-day long smoker. Not to mention, the benefits from preparing food with wood are hard to ignore.
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The strongest argument for using wood as a source of heat is the raw rustic flavor. The particular hint of ‘smokiness’ is achieved through the natural flavors hidden within the smoke or sap of different types of wood. Some cuisine experts argue that using apple wood, almond wood and mesquite wood introduces a variety of flavors that even the finest spices can’t create. Jamie Purviance, author of Weber’s Smoke : A Guide to Smoke Cooking for Everyone and Any Grill , confidently stated that “the true grill master knows that using wood correctly is a key part of smoking food”. We gathered the most crucial information to understand the basic qualities of wood. Since all wood embodies diverse qualities, tastes, and scents, it is necessary to select the perfect genre of fire wood for your cuisine! First and foremost, the most popular fire woods
exist on a spectrum from mild to strong effects on cuisine. On the softer and mild side, fruitier woods such as apple wood create more of a sweet aroma. Known for its rich coloring, apple wood has the power to fill a room with a delicious and sweet aroma. The gentle flavor is perfect for lighter foods such as grilled vegetables or fish. In the middle of the spectrum, hardwoods, such as almond wood, embody a bolder and nuttier flavor. Historically, almond wood is routinely paired with game meats such as pork or beef, though today it is a great basic for mostly anything! The reliable aftertaste does not overpower the flavor from the ingredients which makes it the most popular choice of wood. At the opposite end of the spectrum, hardwoods such as mesquite wood are extremely dense both in durability and flavor. This is displayed through its key capability to burn hotter and longer than both apple or almond
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wood. Mesquite wood represents the authentic deep smoky flavor; often so rich it overcomes the natural taste of the meat. Used for a very niche purpose, these hardwoods are the perfect compliment for a lengthy smoked meat. So what is it with wood? Why is it so special? The beauty behind cooking with wood is how purely natural the entire process is. The incorporation of natural wood brings modern culture back to our society’s roots both in practice and in health. The textbook history of ‘man and fire’ reflects the primal ambiance when combining wood, fire and produce. This seemingly simple recipe connects us with a variety of cultures that perfected this preparation for more than
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hundreds of thousands of years! Raw wood’s ability to provide a 100% pure heat source without added chemicals is indisputably attractive. The reaction caused when the flames meet the different types of wood is purely mother nature’s work; causing the variety of aromas, tastes, and textures. Most importantly, experimenting with a diverse group of woods, be it apple, almond or mesquite, and with produce is fun! Whether you are looking for a softer sweeter aroma or a hardier smoky flavor, playing with different blends is quite entertaining. Finding the perfect recipe, tending a good fire and tasting your result is without a doubt an extremely rewarding feeling.
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As autumn finally settles in, families from all over gather inside their homes in preparation for their favourite holiday. Bickering which relative has the best fall influenced recipe, mouths water with excitement! Aromas of cranberries, pumpkin and pecans tantalize each guest for the traditional meal ahead. These recipes embody earth tones that reflect the beautiful rustic autumn colours such as burnt oranges, maroons, and deep browns. Thanksgiving is the perfect time for family members all over the country to sit down for a routine dinner to share appreciation and love. We’ve gathered recipes that cater to more MODERN THANKSGIVING. Still including all of the key ingredients and flavours like cranberries, pumpkins and pecans, these vegetarian blogger recipes make the perfect contemporary Thanksgiving Dinner.
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Balsamic Broccoli Thanksgiving Salad by BREWINGHAPPINESS 1 Preheat oven to 350°F. 2 Cut and prep your butternut squash and broccoli. Add them to a large bowl, pour 5 tablespoons olive oil over the bowl, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and 1 tablespoon coconut sugar. Toss until well covered. 3 Lay your squash and broccoli onto one or two baking trays, depending on how big they are. Roast the veggies for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through. 4 Add lima beans to a microwave safe bowl with ¾ cup water.
Heat in microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, or until heated and cooked through. Drain the excess water from the lima beans and set aside. 5 When your broccoli and squash are done cooking, add them to a large serving bowl along with lima beans and walnuts. Season with remaining salt, dried garlic flakes, minced onion flakes, and the juice of half a lemon. Toss until evenly coated. 6 Drizzle your bowl with high quality balsamic vinegar and serve.
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1 Preheat oven to 425°F 2 Cut butternut down the middle lengthwise. Place open side down on lightly greased parchment-lined sheet pan. Roast 30 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork, through the skin. 3 In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. 4 Add onion, apple and garlic and sautÊ until just tender, about 4 minutes.
to let them blister, taste and adjust maple, adding more to taste. Set filling aside, keeping warm. 5 When butternut is done, flip over and scoop out the seeds. With a fork, break up the tender flesh. Drizzle the squash with a little olive oil (or butter) and sprinkle with salt and pepper and a little more maple and mix this all into the squash, seasoning it.
Top with turkey cranberry filling. Serve immediately.
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2 TABLESPOONS DRIED CRANBERRIES OR USE FRESH, ADDING EXTRA MAPLE SYRUP TO TASTE.
2 GARLIC CLOVES ROUGHLY CHOPPED 8 OUNCES GROUND TURKEY (GROUND TURKEY BREAST TENDS TO GET DRY, GROUND THIGH IS MUCH MORE MOIST)
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Thanksgiving Power Bowl by FEASTING ON FRUIT CRANBERRY SAUCE: Combine everything in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer. Cook for about 30 minutes until thick. (I made mine the day before and refrigerated overnight.)
CRANBERRY SAUCE: 12 OZ. FRESH CRANBERRIES JUICE OF ONE ORANGE ZEST OF ONE ORANGE ¾ CUP PINEAPPLE JUICE
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Combine everything in a pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes. BROWN RICE STUFFING: Combine the carrots, mushrooms, and celery in a saucepan. Add ¼ cup water or veggie broth. Bring to high heat, then reduce to medium, cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until all the veggies are fork tender.
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Add the brown rice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm up the rice. Turn off the heat and mash with a potato masher until stuffing textured. SWEET POTATOES: Preheat the oven to 450°F. Chop the sweet potato into large chunks. Spread out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes.
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2 CUPS COOKED BROWN RICE
1 CUP VEGGIE BROTH
¾ CUP CHOPPED MUSHROOMS
2 CUPS WATER (ONLY 1 ½ CUP IF PRESOAKED)
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SEASONINGS/HERBS: THYME, ROSEMARY, GARLIC, BLACK PEPPER
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1 Cut cauliflower into bite sized florets and roughly chop chestnuts. Toss in olive oil, thyme, sea salt and ground pepper. Roast in the oven on a baking sheet for 25 mins in an oven pre-heated to 400°F. Flip and toss halfway through roasting time. 2 Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté leek, celery and shallot for 4 minutes until soft. Add in garlic, sage, rosemary, nutmeg, sea salt and ground pepper, and
cook for 2 minutes. You may need to reduce the heat to medlow so you don't burn the garlic. 3 Add in vegetable stock and simmer stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Then add in dried cranberries and parsley and cook for another 2 minutes. Mix this into the roasted cauliflower and chestnut mixture and serve warm. 4 You could make this ahead of your holiday dinner and just reheat it in a dish covered in foil.
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FOR THE BASE: 1 TABLESPOON OLIVE OIL 1 CUP FINELY CHOPPED LEEK ¾ CUP FINELY CHOPPED CELERY 1 FINELY CHOPPED SHALLOT 2 GARLIC CLOVES, MINCED 1 TABLESPOON FINELY CHOPPED SAGE 1 TEASPOON FINELY CHOPPED ROSEMARY ½ TEASPOON NUTMEG ¼ TEASPOON SEA SALT ¼ TEASPOON GROUND PEPPER ½ CUP VEGETABLE STOCK ½ CUP DRIED CRANBERRIES 1/3 CUP FINELY CHOPPED PARSLEY
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azardous crackling. My father stands in the grass behind the house and chops wood. He drives the axe into the logs and hits them on the chopping block until they break. While doing that, he intermittently breathes steam in the fall air. After two hours, satisfaction spreads on his face and he stacks a head-high pile
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for drying in the basement. He once chopped the cherry tree in the garden. The smell of the fresh wood is now, more than 20 years later, as present as it was back then: this mixture of forest, fruits and something indefinite, velvet-like. I rarely smelled something as good as that. Except for the smell of the burning wood in the chimney when my father explained to me that the heat of the wood is the saved energy of the sun. Thinking of that, a pleasant shiver came over me while I was surrounded by the delicious smell of smoke. The smell of wood triggers something pleasant in many people. Like in Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, the protagonist of Patrick Süskind’s novel »Perfume«. »The upper logs smelled burnt and sweet, a scent of moss came up from the bottom of the pile, and in the heat, the crumbly smell of resin fell off the spruce walls
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of the shed. Grenouille drank this smell, he drowned in it, impregnated himself up to the last inner pore, became wood himself«. The smell provokes something in the man with the unnatural sense of smell that only the smell of young women can do – it put him in a state of voluptuous rage. In his poem »La Chevelure,« Charles Baudelaire draws direct parallels between the smell of wood and forest and the one of a desired woman. First, he writes about her hair, and then he feels »the fragrant forest spraying from her depths.« Pablo Neruda’s »Ode to the smell of wood« sounds like a love poem as well. In it, he enthuses about the balsamic smell that touches his heart like a memory. The ode says: »The smell of the deepest rose, the heart cut from the earth, something that invaded me like a wave breaking loose from time and it lost itself in me«. Wood and eroticism? It’s not that absurd at all. Because the smell of freshly
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chopped logs actually reminds us of warm skin in the sun. It’s no wonder that people have been distilling oils from wood and using it as scent since ancient times. Nowadays, perfumers use it as basic note, whereby »wooden« is a particular fragrance group. For example, »Grenadille d’Afrique« by Aedes de Venustas smells smokily and darkly like ebony, and the British brand Boadicea The Victorious published a collection that contains agarwood which is known as »oud« and is more expensive than gold. A bottle costs more than 600 euros and smells warm and balsamic. In Arabia, women burn wood, stand over the vessel and perfume their bodies with it since the smell is said to be sexy. »Wonderwood« by Comme des Garçons smells of sandalwood that has a calming effect, of cashmere wood that gives floral fragrances of something wicked, and of harsh cedar wood. The fashion
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label Dsquared also brought perfumes like »Velvet Forest Wood« and »Golden Light Wood« to market. In them, you can find scents of rosewood that was named after its floral smell – not the wood of rose bushes. I could continue listing forever because there are countless wood smells in the perfumeries. They all have one thing in common: The manufacturers describe them as mysterious. This is because they usually are unisex perfumes and therefore can’t be distinguished into fragrances for women or men. They combine heaviness SISTER-MAG.COM
and loveliness and therefore smell smooth, bitter and spicy at the same time. Also, woodsmells remind us of forests that have been inspiring us for myths forever. Put into the bedroom, the smell can influence our mood. For example, the fresh scent of the Swiss stone pine calms us down and balances us which is why beds and cushions filled with strands are manufactured from it. Other woods, used as parquet flooring or wall covering, provide natural room scents which is why some interior
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vanillin: Geza Schön’s »Paper Passion« smells of a whole library. Even processed wood smells incredibly good.
designers are increasingly using untreated wood. And the natural wood scents last for years. This is because of the slenderly structured wood fiber that ensures that the scent molecules are dispensed into the surrounding. Thereby, the chemical compounds terpene and phenol determine the smell. Flavorings like benzaldehyde that exist in cherry wood and vanillin that gives the smell to yellowed paper are phenols. There is also a perfume with
Ultimately, it’s this Proust moment that ensures that all of those who grew up with the scent of wood like to surround themselves with it: It’s exciting but, at the same time, reminds us of familiar and simple things like rustic cabins, the old ebony casket that we store our treasures in, campfires and the pile of chopped wood that the father stacks in the basement. But you don’t have to use rustic oak for your whole interior furnishing. Smelling a piece of cherry wood every once in a while is enough for our memory.
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Decoding a lifestyle is key to understand the next big trend that embraces different disciplines. It's not about the trend and its caracteristics but what moves us and is so strong it affects several areas at the same time such as Well-Being, Beauty, Food, Fashion, Textiles, Interior Design, Art and Photography.
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Creative disciplines are intertwined and Beauty is no exception.
Cosmetic trends however have a shorter life span than for instance Interior Design trends. The reason is Beauty, Hairstyles and Fashion are much more observable than home furnishigs. The more you are in contact with a style, see it and use it, the faster you get
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WHEN LIFEST YLE TRENDS INFLUENCE BEAUT Y tired and move on to the next big style. Here a trend moves much faster from a trendsetter to mainstream. Rotation as a consecuence is much higher. And color plays a big role.
Color messages are instinctive, subliminal and powerful and contrary to what most people know, they can convey both positive and negative impressions about you, your products and business.
But how do color affect our awareness and appreciation of products? And what factors determine a color trend? In short: many.
The subconscious effect on the physical and emotional well-being on us should not be underestimated. Color is always a form of non-verbal communication.
There is not one specific reason or source but it's the result of a cross-cultural Today we look at three Lifestyle Trends study. Color in any case can be used to whose main message and aethetics are empower yourself, your products and applicable to Beauty Trends. business.
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We are seeing a reconnecting with the natural world around us that goes beyond sustainability, as designers, scientists and innovators look to nature through a intro tropical lands of extra large floral different kind of glasses. patterns and textures with a much Lunatic Tropics is an evolution of the overlyaing and dramatic color contrasts. livable Green-Jungle-Botanical Trend How are colors applied and what we have admired and lived for years. effect do they seek? Now it's time to move on. To start off, they are bold and vibrant It's been healthy, lush, care-friendly, it drawing attention. This end consumer was all about bringing the outdoors in, is not minimal or discreet but actively where cute colors and pretty ceramic looks to get noticed. pots have been on offer, it's been lovely Saffron Yellow, Coral Red, Fucsia and and confortable so far. Turqoise are opposite in the color wheel But once the mainstream climax is and therefore nominated clashing colors. reached, artists, designers and creatives They are high contrast and stand for high are stepping beyond the boundaries. visibility demanding high attention. We are facing a rather futuristic look Which suits our end consumer very well. with a different and more dramatic Deep Purple and Eggplant add a luxury interpretation. and sophisticated feel upscaling the A feeling of hallucination, occultism, theme and bold extravagant look. One voodoo, drama and illicit substances can argue it is a loud yet not 'cheap' color and cocktails is undeniable when we palette. observe the images. Finally, the green tones however are It's a trend full of contrasts such as Toxic/ adding harmony and balance to the Exotic, Tech/Nature, Real/ Surreal. palette. Green stands furthermore for Lunatic Tropics enhances a strange growth which comes in handy when we exuberant world allowing a fancy trip talk tropics.
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This Lifestyle Trend talks about research, beginning to build materials using living innovation, new technologies and goes systems. The fact we talk about SKIN may hand-in-hand with Beauty. attract curiosity or be the total opposite. It is interesting to observe how intriguing It is a very interesting approach of how the SKIN theme has become to many we want to feel in our SKIN, how our designers. SKIN has to adapt to our environment At Material Futures (Central Saint and how to translate these questions Martin’s, London) they encourage into textiles, art, home furnishing and a their students to a multi-disciplinary cosmetic look. approach to design taking materiality as Transparency, melting, overgrown the starting point of the design process. and silicone textures are some of the The most advanced (and probably keywords we need to know when delving controversial) projects are always into Second Skin. showcased at their group exhibition at the Salone del Mobile in Milan. Surfaces are adaptable and smooth, we This year what stroke me most was a want to feel protected and surround project by Tina Gorjanc where cells ourselfs by wrapping materials. Leather, from human hair were transformed nylon, silicone – everything has to be thanks to biotechnology into speculative elastic, flexible, fluffy and feels like commercial leather products. All existing a Second Skin. Flowing textiles and legislation dealing with biotechnology biomorphic shapes are further inherent today is united under the Human Tissue characteristics to this trend. Act, which only addresses the handling When it comes to color and its meaning of bodily materials for medical purposes. within this trend, it's self-evident that The question is for how long? nude tones being synonymous to skin Fashion designer and founder of fashion color, play a key role. research laboratory BioCouture Suzanne Lee says in the future clothing is not done at manufacturers anymore but is most likely to be developed in laboratories. We are entering a new era of materials
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Recently, Fashion and Beauty have responded to the term of skin color by developing a broader understanding of how many skin shades are existing. Brazilian artist Angélica Dass initiated
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her Humanae project wanting to catalog every conceivable human SKIN tone in front of her camera where race, nationality, gender, age, social class or religion have no influence.
and confidence. At the same time it gives peace and tranquility, building up both physical and mental relaxation.
This trend refers to materials and finishings that make us feel as we were Blue shades are not less important living in a Second Skin, feeling all suggesting a lab feeling accompanied by protected and confident. The associated black assuring a more mature emsemble. color scheme just underscores the main Blue is associated with inner security message.
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In a world ruled by accumulation including fast fashion, this consumer has a deep desire for going back to the simple and essential.
in our lifes, knowing, what brings us freedom and how to soul-search. It’s a rebellion against mass consumption, fast fashion and show-off attitude. To an even It's all about what lies underneath: We as greater extent we long for a simpler and a person are much more important than rather native way of living. what covers us be it where we live, a title We could call this trend also ‘The we hold, the way we dress or how our disciplined pursuit of less’ which make-up looks like. is a book title by GregMcKeown that Essentialism witnesses a silent rebellion says: It is a systematic discipline for against a mask-like perfection. Beauty discerning what is absolutely essential, is no longer about perfection and then eliminating everything that is not, symmetry but looks rather towards raw so we can make the highest possible and natural features. We have to see contribution towards the things that this as a general red thread through all really matter. creative disciplines.
Aesthetics are raw, unprocessed, Reconnecting with our time, with what distressed, imperfect with color touches really matters, we are banning the excess of green, blue, cognac and raisin that are
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added to meet the aesthetics of the past and present. Ivory gives a touch of light in this range of rich, warm and earthy shades that ensure stability and a sense of belonging.
The palette suggests honesty, being genuine and gives a feel of calm and composure, even relief from a sometimes chaotic world, thanks to the final gray and dark blue tones.
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APPROACH OF AN AUTHORITY We would make a bet: Everyone of you readers owns a product with the iconic logo of L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS! The brand stands, like no other, for expertise when it comes to lips, complexion, brows or every other beauty area. But in the jungle of evernew trends – metallic, pastel, fuchsia, gold, the sixties – it’s sometimes hard to make a decision, let alone get along. Which trend is the right one for me? Does that look good on me? Can I wear this color? To find answers to these questions, L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS has a whole team of experts from different areas. Make-up artists, color designer, dermatologists and scientists look across the world to find the trends of tomorrow and translate them into the cosmetics products of L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS. That’s why the products combine technological innovations with high quality standards, luxurious packaging, creative designs and the most beautiful colors a woman could wish for. And no matter how crazy and new some trends might be, L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS had been transferring them into products and has been offering them to women around the world for more than 40 years now. Like no other, the make-up and beauty brand counts on the elegance and chic of its hometown: Paris is anchored in the DNA of L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS and the French chic and the timeless elegance make its products unique.
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»L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS is giving people exactly the trend that they want from the chicest place in the world.« GLOBAL COLOR DESIGNER L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARIS EVA YEAN
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It offers us women an orientation
That’s why it used this year’s
in the jungle of trends. Therefore,
fashion week to call attention to
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beauty sponsor of the French
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fashion
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liaison of these two worlds. The
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EVA YEAN is a global color designer for L’ORÉAL PARiS and therefore not only an expert for colors and cosmetics but also for the translation of fashion trends into beauty trends. She’s specialized in the creation of nuances and the make-up area in which LOP has a very special expertise. That’s why we are especially happy that we were able to interview her exclusively for this issue of sisterMAG! On the following pages, you can read Thea’s interview with the Parisienne-by-choice!
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Eva, how did you become what you are now – what did you study and where did you work before?
I’ve always been in the beauty Industry and I've always worked in developing products for different companies. So before my current job at L’ORÉAL PARiS I’ve been developing products for Maybelline, worked at the Estée Lauder group and a few stations before. My studies were in fashion and cosmetics, thus I already started doing internships in this industry, continued making products and built my expertise in Colour as well as make-up. It really has been a steady train!
When you say, that you had to build your expertise in colour, was there any particular way of doing that? Did you attend courses or was it just by discovering the world?
I think after getting both a fashion degree and a degree in cosmetics and fragrances in New York, I had a very good basis. When you study fashion you really get to learn everything about colours and combinations as well as textures. It is however really on the job that builds up the expertise and knowledge. The different jobs and positions at various houses helped me a lot and I think that each product that I have creatively developed has built up the expertise and skill set of creating the best products, as well as fine-tuning the colour or better the craftsmanship of colours. Where exactly in the process of creating a product do you take action?
My position at LOP is called “VP of Product Development” and also “Colour Designer for Make-Up”. Thus I start working on a product right from the very beginning. I look into all the formulas and innovations – as well as within the group of chemists but also outside of this group. I give feedback in terms of what the product will be like, take part in shaping the texture and briefing the lab. Once we find a great formula, that’s when the colour creation starts and I find my inspiration – separate from the product de-
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velopment – in colour stories that will shape the whole colour range of a product group. There is a very strong DNA code engrained in LOP! Once we find a great formula, that’s when the colour creation starts and I find my inspiration – separate from the product development – in colour stories that will shape the whole colour range of a product group. There is a very strong DNA code engrained in LOP! Thus when I create a foundation for TRUE MATCH, I apply the rule of undertones for every women. Once we have the formula, that also takes effect on the actual colours: if it is a little bit dry, the colours will come out quite matte, sometimes it is more doughy or glossy – all of this has to be considered when developing an assortment of colours.
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Can you explain to us this philosophy of undertones? How did you get that expertise as a person and as a company?
I’ve already been working on skin shades and undertones for a really long time and actually developed custom branded products. Creating products from scratch – whether it is foundations or lipsticks – is really like working as a chemist and you have to know your theory. Every person in the world has a rather warm, a cool or a neutral undertone in their skin. This depends on your ethniticy of course, but also of your individual complexion, the tan of your skin etc. But how does a women find her undertone and the perfect foundation? What do I have to do?
When you try a foundation, you have to make sure that you don’t just apply it on the back of your hand, because your hand and your arm are actually much darker than your face. Hence I recommend trying it on your actual face, whether it is on your jawline or on the forehead. Another problem is the lighting situation: most stores have very harsh light from above – you cannot really judge whether the tone is matching you. Step outside of the store, see it in natural daylight.
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Most women are also uncertain about their undertone when choosing from our PERFECT MATCH foundation series. I usually see it right away, however let me give you some pointers: If you wear a lot of gold jewellery and that looks flattering on you, it is probably because of your warm skin undertone – those people can also easily tan and get very brown, almost golden skin. People with cool undertones are, what I call them, a bit more rosy. They cannot tan in the sun, they often get very rosy cheeks or red skin when going into the cold. The people with neutral undertone are probably the luckiest because they can either go for the warm or colder hues. When it comes to foundation, the neutral products have a bit of a greyer cast instead of the yellow or pinkish flavour. That might sound scary to you, but it can actually be a great match! Women from India for example often have a neutral skin and need a bit more grey in their foundation. How do you try all these hues and shades?
That’s whats really great about the LOP team in general: We are a very international crowd, especially in the Make-up team with many different ethnicities from different parts of the world. So it is very easy for me to find, what I call my supermodels! In our foundation labs I can also use synthetic skin scraps, however I rarely have to fall back on them. I like using our products and colours on real people.
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"RULE OF THUMB"«FOR LIPS
Is there a rule for the perfect lip color. Do you apply the same rules with warmer and colder tones?
As in foundation there are some rules or tipps I want to share with you. Obviously the best thing to do is trying any colour on your actual lips. You see what matches your undertone and go with that. However if you have to try it on your hand, use part of your thumb! The pat of your thumb is the closest colour to your lips – the back of your hand is actually quite dark and its tone doesn’t resemble the pinkness of your lips. If you have a warm undertone, you may want to choose warmer lip colours, which means that you have yellowish or brownish colours. However if you want to get more attention, you should actually go for the opposite of your undertone and strike a statement with a cool lipstick. Thus you can play with it in different ways. Most people however feel most confident and most beautiful when they wear a colour harmonious with their undertone.
F AV O U R I T E C O L O U R There are many color that I absolutely love – too many to name just one. But the lipstick color I feel most confident with is red. Since I have a warm skin undertone, I often wear a warm red, an almost orange tone. Fotografen: Fione Torre (FT) , Chris Roman (CR) , Jonas Bresnan (JB)
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From Inspiration to From inspiration to finished the finished product – how long does the process normally take?? product
In an ideal world, we create the products within eighteen months. However, quite often we need to address new trends quite quickly and need to launch a new product quicker. If we really work hard and push ourselves, we can make it within six months, because we are a huge brand with a lot of resources.
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Do you often find that trends are very similar across the globe or do you find that trend agencies from one part of the world will see things very differently from another part?
It's actually both ways. Certain trends are definitely local, based on the local ideas of beauty and the respective climate. However, there are some underlining themes that are global, like the growing strings of natural cosmetics or smartly designed packaging. There
So going on to trends, how do you know what trend will become trendy. So how do feel that and where do you find them?
Trends are put together from many different aspects. The most obvious one for me is to look at what is going on in the fashion industry. What is happening on the runways in terms of colours, silhouettes, finishing and materials is very interesting for me, because it directly translates into make-up. Some industries such as the car industry are even further advanced. I actually look a lot at the car industry to find ideas for new metallic colours. Traveling is also very important for me: I go to make-up shows in North America, Asia and Europe. It takes a lot of different sources of information and matching it to what L’ORÉAL Paris as a brand stands for: Chic, Elegance, Expertise, Excellence and its Paris DNA.
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are many trends, that start regionally, but then expand globally. You can see this right now in Germany with BB-Creams, which are originally from Korea. In make-up it's very easy to get trends from different international locations, but the art lies in identifying which ones will go from regional to international.
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National Make-up Artist für L'ORÉAL MAKEUP DESIGNER PARiS Miriam Jacks When we told Miriam Jacks, national make-up artist for L’ORÉAL PARiS, about our feature, she was on fire. In her beauty concept store in Berlin ("Jacks Beauty Department"), she spontaneously staged a photo shooting and created three exclusive looks for sisterMAG with the photographer Laetitia Lemak.
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Lifestyle Blogger – On-Site in Paris Caro Daur
When you talks about beauty and fashion in Germany, you can’t pass Caro! The Hamburgbased business student loves to travel and lets us participate through her beautiful pictures!
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Lifestyle Blogger – On-Site in Paris Novalanalove Maybe you know Farina from our previous issue: As Novalanalove, she blogs about lifestyle, fashion and beauty! And even when she stands for naturalness and a wonderful complexion: The Cologne-based woman knows exactly what she does when it comes to make-up!
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Lifestyle Blogger – On-Site in Paris Stefanie Giesinger
Ever since she won at “Germany's Next Topmodel,” there’s no way you can pass the model! You can follow her life and her travels on Snapchat or Instagram!
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Youtube Beauty Expert Hatice Schmidt
Hatice Schmidt – More than 170,000 followers on YouTube prove her right: When it comes to make-up tutorials, you just have to watch Hatice’s channel! There, you’ll definitely find what you look for!
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Jamina1404 not only shows her super-likeable make-up looks to her YouTube followers but is also a great woman that is fun to listen to and to copy her looks!
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GOLDEN CONTENT TRIP L'OrĂŠal Paris gave influencers the opportunity to discover “goldenâ€? content in the French capital! With Caro Daur, Stefanie Giesinger, Farina of Novalanalove or Lena
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ME RT & ME RC US AR E PR OBABLY THE MOST SOUGHT -AF T ER PHOTOGR APHE RS OF THE FASHION WORLD JB – NO T ONLY DURING FASHION WE EK . FOR #GOLDO BESESSION, THE Y HA D SUPE R MODELS OF THE WORLD IN FR ON T OF THE IR CAME RAS! BE CA USE ONE THING
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IS FOR SURE : THE GOLD RUSH JUS T GO T J B STA RT ED !
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We are especially pleased that the beauty expert Hatice Schmidt interpreted the gold trend for us on her YouTube channel! You can find the step-bystep tutorial for the beautiful and very wearable look HERE.
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As diverse as today's world, so aree the trends every season in Paris. The trend »Pink & Gold« on this page is especially sensitive, powdery and fairy. Girlish rose tones could be seen numerous times on the catwalk in Paris. However, they are almost interpreted in a masculine way with edgy cuts such as at Haider Ackermann (here ) or Comme des Garçons with grotesquely drawn epaulettes (here ). Jamina from the Youtube channel @jamina1404 shows us how to combine pink and gold in a gorgeous beauty look for every day!
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»What made me really excited at Paris Fashion Week were some of the colours: There were a lot of fun, bright, optimistic hues that you could see. Whether you looked at Valentino, Hermès or Chanel: you could always spot Fuchsia or exciting Magenta tones, that can easily translate into lip colours and nail varnishes.«
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»Since I worked for a brand that developed individualized products for customers before, I got my knowledge about skin undertones from scratch. The »True Match« line of L’ORÉAL PARiS follows this philosophy: Every woman, despite the continent she lives on, has a warm, a cold or a neutral tone in her skin! The foundations take up this knowledge which is why there are more than nine nuances with different tones. They perfectly adapt to the skin, give moisture to the skin for 24 hours and reduce skin imperfections!«
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The letters stand for the different undertones: R = Rosé, C = Cold, N = Neutral, D = Doré (frz. für golden), W = Warm.
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Which skin undertone do I have? You can find out by looking at the veins on the inside of your wrist. If they shimmer blue you have a cold undertone (R/C), if they shimmer green you have a warm undertone (D/W), and if they shimmer blue-green the undertone is neutral (N).
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For this wonderful look that is supposed to look like being without make-up, I started with cleaning the skin thoroughly and providing it with moisturizing care. With the True Match make-up, I balance the skin tone just a little bit in order to conceal redness. Check the make-up on your neck to see if the color merges with the own skin tone – then it’s your “perfect match” (I used 3N for Andrea). With the glam bronzer, I stressed the cheekbones. Start at the back with a slanted rouge brush (JACKS beauty line No13) and spread the color evenly to the front. Then you slightly scurry over the nasal wings, the chin and forehead to give more color and expression to the face. My professional trick is to apply the bronzer around the eye with an eye shadow brush instead of an eye shadow. I leave the lashes as pure as possible and color them with a touch of mascara, at most. Then I set some nice highlights with the True Match highlighter – dab it on the cheekbones to the temples, on the nasal wings and the Cupid’s bow with the finger. That’s the key to this look because the highlighter provides a wonderful freshness. Don’t forget the eyebrows, go over them with a tone in exactly your hair color (Blow Artist in light brown) in the direction of growth and bring them in the desired form SISTER-MAG.COM
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with a small eyebrow brush. I just dab the lips with a nude colored lipstick and round off the look perfectly with that (Collection Privée J LO).
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I perfected and slightly powdered the skin with the True Match make-up. I also put the transparent powder around the eye like an eye shadow in order to conceal redness and make the eye make-up last longer. With the dark grey from the Color Riche Quad Palette E5, I slightly stress the eyelid crease and the lower lash line to get a more beautiful contour for the eye. With a wetted eyeliner brush, I apply the light silver eye shadow like eyeliner, close to the upper lash line, and let it run out to the back. Because of the wet eye shadow, the color gets more intensive and metallic. On the lower side, I also apply some silver so it looks like I would reflect from the upper to the lower side. This lets the eyes shine more beautifully. I dab a soft rosewood tone from the Color Riche La Palette Lip Nude on the lips and the cheeks, one tone lighter on the pallet, like a kind of crème rouge. With this look, I only mascara the lashes slightly (VML Mascara) so the focus stays on the silver eyeliner.
»» TRUE MATCH Make-up & Powder »» Color Riche Quad Palette E5 »» Color Riche Palette Lip NUDE »» VML Mascara
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This is one of my absolute favorite trends of the season – a very pure make-up with flashy lips. There are no limits to the color world, just like the textures. I choose a matt fuchsia, the trend color of next season. The foundation can shine velvety – the more discreetly the more beautiful it looks with the powerful matt lips. That’s why I choose the Nude Magique Cushion Foundation for this look. I edge the lip contour with the Color Riche Le Lip Liner Magique transparent in order to prevent the lip color from leaking or blurring. Then I color the lips with lip liner – 285 Pink Fever – for a perfect opacity and apply the Indefectible Matt – 004 Oops I pink again – lipstick over it to get more luminosity and the perfect matt finish. You don’t need a lip brush for that.
»» Nude Magique Chushion Foundation »» Color Riche Le Lip Liner Magique transparent »» Lipliner - 285 Pink Fever »» Indefectible Matt - 004 Oops I pink it again
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