They said that his kitty moob is fat, which is common with cats that have been fixed. Vets sometimes call this an “apron”. My cat actaully got lost for a few days, and when we finally found him, his moob had nearly gone. We took him to the vet straight away, and she said that he’d converted his fat to energy and that it would grow back. And grow back it did! He likes to sit up on his back legs like a prarie dog, and now he looks like a penguin warming it’s egg!

Just remember not to call your cat fat, it might hurt it’s feelings!

Kitten after his first hair cut

As all you cat owners will no doubt have noticed, your cats have this dangly bit of skin on their bellies. I call this my cat’s “moob” – because he is a male cat, and his fat is in his boob area… male boob….. Anyway….!

I got Kitten (yes, very imaginative name I know, but it stuck) when he was very young, and as he has always been extremely fluffy. Because of this, I never noticed his moob – that is, until I got him shaved. I remember when I went to pick him up from the vet after his haircut, I was in shock.. “Oh my god, my cat is fat!” I said to the vet tech, laughing. And he wasn’t even 1 year old yet! I had always figured that he was big because of his poufy fur.

Kitten, to put it nicely, is a beast. His feet are huge, he weighs around 13 lbs. Each time I take him to the vet, I ask if they think he’s overweight. And every time, the reassure me that he is not.

They said that his kitty moob is fat, which is common with cats that have been fixed. Vets sometimes call this an “apron”. My cat actually got lost for a few days, and when we finally found him, his moob had nearly gone. We took him to the vet straight away, and she said that he’d converted his fat to energy and that it would grow back. And grow back it did! He likes to sit up on his back legs like a prairie dog, and now he looks like a penguin warming it’s egg!

Kitten in the Flowers

According to all of the vets that Kitten has been to see, these fat pads are perfectly normal. Also, the fact that they may sway when he walks is also not uncommon. Please note that this extra fat is not necessarily because your cat is over weight. Even a skinny cat can have this extra pouch on its belly. So don’t put your cat on a crash diet – as this will probably encourage them to eat even more!

If your cat’s tummy fat starts to feel different, or if you feel a lump or something else abnormal, take your kitty to the vet – just to get them checked out to make sure everything is ok.

Also, for girl cats, if they have had babies, they will have looser skin – which again, is normal. It seems that for both sexes of cat, being fixed is the main reason for this dangly skin in the abdominal area.

Just remember not to call your cat fat, it might hurt its feelings!

There are a lot (and I mean A LOT) of complicated recipes for do-it-yourself-at-home skin masks and treatments. I’ve never heard of half of the different herbs and spices that they use! And most of the ingredients you probably don’t readily have at home. Here are some recipes and tips that I have tried that really do work!

Olive Oil & Sugar Exfoliant

Mix 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil with 3-4 tea spoons of brown sugar. It should have a paste-like consistency. Apply to the mixture to your face or body in small circular motions. The sugar granules will gently exfoliate the skin while the olive oil makes the skin super smooth. Don’t rub too hard – especially if you have sensitive or irritated skin, as the granules can be quite prickly! Rinse the mixture off with warm water. Just be careful if you’re washing it off in the bath tub or shower, as it will get VERY slippery! Remember to wash down any surfaces when you are finished. Also, if you have pets, be warned that they will try to lick you afterwards!

Oatmeal Loofah

For all of you with eczema or extra sensitive and dry skin, you HAVE to try this. Oatmeal is known for soothing dry and irritated or inflamed skin, and it will leave your skin feeling great. Get a cotton or cheese cloth bag – if you don’t have one, you can make one, or use a cotton sock or nylon tights. Fill it with a handful of oatmeal. Use this as a loofah when you shower. Straight away you will feel your skin become silky smooth. Or alternatively, you can run the oatmeal bag under the tap in the bath. It is normal for the water to be cloudy, and it also works wonderfully! It’s a cheap alternative for all the expensive oatmeal products you can buy in the stores.

Baking Soda & Water

This is extremely effective and super easy! It’s a great way to minimize blackheads and gives your skin a deep clean feeling. Make a paste of baking soda and water in the palm of your hand and gently rub onto your face and neck in circular motions. Your skin will feel fantastic afterwards!

Lemon Scrub for Oily Skin

Mix sea salt with lemon juice into a paste and gently massage onto the skin in circular motions. Rinse off with warm water. You would think that the lemon would really dry out the skin, but it actually leaves it feeling super refreshed and clean! For best results, use fresh lemon juice and only use once a week.

Eye Bag Minimizer

The thinnest skin on the body is on the eyes. So it’s very important to take extra care of this skin by removing make-up every day and using an eye moisturiser. A great way to make your eyes feel great is tea bags! The best are chamomile or green tea. Steep the tea bags, and wait until they are slightly warm. Lie down and place a tea bag over each eye. Leave them on until they are cold. The coldness will help reduce any redness or inflammation around the eyes.

I hope you have fun trying these recipes at home! I certainly did!

Let me know how you got on with these tips, and if you have any to share, feel free to do so in the comments section below.

Look out for more at home treatments that I will be posting soon!

For some people, winter really takes its toll on the skin. I’m not just talking about the skin being a little dry, I’m talking flaking, irritated, cracked skin and sometimes even eczema. As soon as you turn the heat on in your homes or cars, the skin immediately starts drying out. Going from cold temperatures outside to dry heat indoors really assaults your skin. Unfortunately, just slathering yourself in a boatload of moisturizer and hoping for the best isn’t the most effective way to keep your skin looking winter wonderful.

The main thing to remember is to keep your skin hydrated. Contrary to popular belief, the amount of water that a person drinks is NOT reflected in their skin. Of course, you have to drink water for your overall health, but the best way to keep your skin hydrated is: Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! It’s really important to pick the right moisturiser for your skin type. Moisturizers that are too heavy and oily can leave the skin feeling even more irritated. I’ve been using Spectro Ezema Care Cream, and it works really well. I have extremely dry and sensitive skin, and I’ve been really impressed with this cream. It’s a very intense cream, but feels very light and I don’t have to moisturize 20 times a day.

Cleansing is also extremely important. Again, the right cleanser is key. You don’t want to remove all of the good oils from your skin, as this will cause your skin to dry out more. Cleansers that contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) should be used very carefully and really only if you need to use them. AHA is normally found in cleansers for very oily/acne prone skin, such as Clearasil, Clean ‘n’ Clear and some Neutrogena and L’oreal products. I’m not slating these products or telling you not to use them, but if you do, it is VERY important that you moisture, as they take away the skin’s oils and exfoliate the top layer of skin – which initially is good for dry skin, but leaves the new skin out in the open and unprotected against the brutal winter weather.

It’s imperative to remember that whether you’re washing your face, showering or just washing your hands, if the water is too hot, it will dry your skin out as all the good oils, along with the bad, will be removed from your skin. It’s comparable to washing the dishes; think of how quickly oil and grease is removed from a pan with hot soapy water – it comes right off! But to keep the good oils on your skin, lukewarm water is the best along with a gentle soap or body wash for showering or bathing. I know hot baths and showers feel great in the cold winter months, but they really aren’t good for your skin. If you have to take a hot bath, use oils. Moisturising is vital after cleansing your face, showering or even washing your hands. For best results, moisturize as soon as you have dried your skin. If you wait too long, the skin will rapidly lose moisture and begin to feel tight and itchy. It essentially seals in the moisture and ensures that the skin does not dry out. Humidifiers are also very helpful. Having them around the house and in your bedroom at night are a great way of making sure the air isn’t too dry.

Lastly, don’t forget to protect your lips. The skin on your lips is different to the skin on your face. This is why you don’t put lip balm on your face, or moisturizer on your lips. Look for lip balms with an SPF or if your lips get really chapped in the winter, look for medicated ones like Blistex. This will help keep your lips ready for some action under the mistletoe!

I hope this information helpful. Remember to drink water and keep moisturized. I hope that you will all have beautiful angelic skin this winter season!