July is almost over and in a week, so is Ramadan. For those wondering how is it to live in a Muslim country during Ramadan, it's not really difficult. You just can't do your usual munching and drinking while at your desk, and it's not really because it's forbidden, but it's more like about respect. Our Muslim brothers and sisters refrain from any food and drink from just before dawn until sunset and I think this year, their fasting takes about 20hrs a day because it's summer time. Yes, they can be used to it already but still, they would appreciate if people around them won't be tempting them with food or drinks. In our office, most of my team mates are Muslims but they told me I can eat/drink as long as I keep it discreet. Maybe they know I am usually stuck at my desk and they notice that I hardly go down to our pantry to eat or drink.
Anyway, I wish I can say the same thing for summer…I mean, that it's gonna end soon. It's so freaking humid here and the average temperature is what, 43C? Work hours is lessened by two hours during Ramadan, but instead of going home at 4, I still go home at 6 because it's like there's a tambutso (engine exhaust) pointed at your face when you go out. As in super init! The sun's still up even at past 7pm and the heat feels like it's piercing through the skin. So when I get home, I want to jump right into the shower to cool off. But of course I can't, mapapasma ako. Sorry, I'll update this post once I get a proper translation of pasma in English. But basically, when you're body is tired, you need to give it a rest first before you get it wet or else, you'll get sick. It's also called pasma when your hands are always sweaty and when they shake…well, at least that's what I know about it. Tee-hee!
In this kind of scorching heat, we need products that can cool down our skin while giving it the moisture it needs. And since it's summer, anything fruity is very much welcome. If you are looking for such product, then you should try the Body Sorbet from The Body Shop:
The Body Shop Body Sorbet
Scoop an industry first with these cool body moisturizers infused with your favourite scents! Our breakthrough sorbet texture instantly melts into skin for a frosty burst of fresh moisture, keeping you hydrated without the sticky feeling. Made with 100% organic community fair trade Aloe Vera from Guatemala to comfort, cool and soothe thirsty skin.
I'm not so sure if these body sorbets are a new invention but this is the first time I got to try something like this. I've tried some cooling lotions in the past but the cooling sensation is mainly because of menthol in it. In these body sorbets, it's because of the Aloe Vera content.
