EASY spot treatment for your skin.

I know as well as any of you that our daily lives can become very stressful with work, school, and just life in general. There always seems like there is so much to do but not enough time in the day to accomplish it.
So naturally with stress comes breakouts... doesn't matter what age you are, if you are stress your skin is the first place to show for it. If you have an unhealthy diet, lack of sleep, too much caffeine or just emotionally overwhelmed.... ALL OF THESE THINGS can lead to breakouts.....
I want to give you guys a easy way out these things.. Obviously as a women we wear makeup but I challenge you to on a weekend where you might not have as much going on, RELAX. Take a hot shower or bath whatever you prefer and apply this mask...
This mask is great for clearing up acne and itchy patches on your skin that caused by stressed and weather changes.


HOMEMADE ASPIRIN MASK
Ingredients:
*1-3 (white) aspirin pills
*coffee cup or glass cup
*shallow dish or bowl
*warm honey ( runny honey ), moisturizer made for the face or natural oil such as almond oil, olive oil or coconut oil.
PREP:
Depending on the amount of coverage needed.. ( the amount of breakouts on your face ) use about 1-3 aspirin. Crush the aspirin into small pieces by rolling the coffee cup or glass cup over them. Place aspirin in a shallow dish or bowl. Stir in a few drops of water to help the aspirin dissolve creating a paste like substance. Add warm honey, moisturizer or a bit of oil. STIR WELL. Apply the mask as a spot treatment to treat each individual pimple or itchy area. Allow the mask to dry and wash off after about 10 minutes.


ENJOY!!! xo

SOFT SKIN MOISTURE TREATMENT

With all this cold weather brewing in your face and skin can take a lot of wear and tear.... so help secure your face and add moisture back into your skin with this simple treatment :)

AVOCADO MOISTURE TREATMENT
1 ripe medium sized avocado
2 tbsp grape seed oil ( at health food stores)
3 tbsp soy mayonnaise

Halve an avocado and scoop just the soft insides out into a blender. Mash into small pieces with a  fork and then add the soy mayo and grape seed oil. Blend for about 10 seconds at a time and make sure the mixture is very smooth.
Get out of the tub and pat skin dry after cleansing...Rub treatment onto damp skin and leave on for 2-3 minutes.. then remove with wash cloth.

HAPPY MOISTURE :)!!! <3

UPDATING :)

Hey everyone!!!
I have been so busy planning classes to teach.... so many weddings happening.. One of my best friends just got engaged so I have had a blast planning her wedding lately! My two good friends Danny & Jourdan just got married a few weekends ago.. I did the hair and makeup for the wedding as well as a haircut for the groom... hahaha....I just don't want you all to think I have forgotten about you!!
First off, The feather extensions for any of you that was interested I AM STILL ORDERING THEM! it is just becoming a longer process than I wanted it to be.... I need to know the colors you want in order to order them for you all!! The plan was to applying them today actually but since the payment plan didn't work out as intended I have postponed it until further notice.......
I have so many ideas but only so much time in a day... So if you have any feedback or things you would be interested in learning please message me and let me know!!!! I love your emails and messages... it helps inspire me!! :)

A few tips to help you feel good... :)

Everyone has those days when you are just in that numb mood... don't feel like getting out of bed, nothing amuses you....not necessarily depressed just not happy.... just settling for the feeling of contentment.
Heres a few ways to lift those spirits and feel MORE than content :)!

-SMILE!!!!!
-IF SOMEONE COMPLIMENTS YOU...TAKE THE COMPLIMENT
-FORGET THE "STEREOTYPES"
-STOP OVERANALYZING EVERYTHING
-LEARN SOMETHING. TRY SOMETHING NEW
-STOP APOLOGIZING
-GET SOME SLEEP
-STOP STARING AT THE MIRROR
-REWARD YOURSELF ALOT
-CHALLENGE YOURSELF
-WORK OUT
-DONT FREAK OUT IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE
-JUST ASSUME EVERYONE LIKES YOU
-STAY POSITIVE
-QUIT FEELING JEALOUS
-BE CONFIDENT. MAKE EYE CONTACT
-GET CHATTY
-STOP PROCRASTINATING
-VOLUNTEER
-BE GRATEFUL
 :) Have a happy day :)!!!!!

Feeling Chapped?

Summertime is a time for us to reconnect with nature. We spend 99.9% of our time outside in the summer months enjoying the beautiful weather...
---We bake in the sun.
---Swim in the lakes and pools.
 ---Maybe work up some sweat after a long run?
Something all those things have in common is that it can cause irritation to our skin....
--Chapped lips...?
---Peeling skin....?
---Dry skin....?
No one likes dealing with any of those BUT it happens to us all!
I am here to tell you, THERE IS A SOLUTION TO THIS MADNESS.....with this homemade remedy containing ingredients you already have in your kitchen which makes your "beauty budget" less scarce.

BROWN SUGAR SCRUB
(Brown sugar is one of the best natural exfoliants that work for all types of skin.)

Ingredients:
* 1 tablespoon brown sugar
*1 tsp ( more or less ) of olive oil or coconut oil

Preparation:
Put the brown sugar in  your palm. Add the olive or coconut oil. Stir the ingredients in your palm with your finger creating a thick paste consistency. Massage (gently) onto face in circular motion. Rinse off with warm water. Press a warm washcloth onto face. Apply your desired moisturizer.

This recipe is also wonderful for chapped lips..... go thru the same preparation except instead of applying to the face, apply directly onto the lips. ENJOY!

Eat your way to BEAUTIFUL

Certain foods actually can help achieve the look you are aiming for just by simply having a regular dose of them. It is important to eat healthy not necessarily diet to the point of starvation but the less fast food the better. You are what you eat.... So your body will glow if you eat things that will only improve your body rather than a greasy cheeseburger which will just drag your body down...

Here are some fun facts about the foods that you can eat to achieve a certain "look":

BANISH THOSE BREAKOUTS-- Studies show that pumpkin seeds actually help get rid of acne. Most people that suffer from acne are zinc-deficient so if you aim for one to two tablespoons of zinc a day it could actually help with your acne.
MAKE YOUR EYES POP-- Spinach contains a lot of lutein which is the key to protecting you eyes. It also helps them appear brighter and even whiter. If you have one to two cups of spinach a day it could help with your eyes.
A BRIGHTER SMILE-- A apple day will not only keep the doctor away but also keep your teeth brighter. Studies show that by crunching on an apple it actually buffs out the stains or any discoloration on your pearly whites to give them a brighter, whiter look.

5 EASY Makeup Tricks to keep your skin looking fresh and younger.

The #1 rule to beautiful skin is beyond the makeup aspect.....It goes back to the cleansing and moisturizing of your skin...You have to take care of your skin...wear sunscreen...wash your face every night and most importantly keep it moisturized.

Heres a few tip to achieve a "youthful" look with your daily makeup application....

1.) The less the makeup the better you will look....If you have dark circles under your eyes or sun spots that you are trying to conceal. DO NOT cake on the concealer....simply dap a tiny dot on the area needing correction.
2.) Lighten up. Use a tinted moisturized or a lightweight liquid foundation.. (especially in the summertime.) Let your skin breathe.
3.) Open up your eyes. Curl your lashes...and use a little shimmery eyeshadow to highlight your brow bone and corners of your eyes. It will help make your eyes appear larger and young.
4.) Warm it up. A neutral rose color being applied to anyones lips give a brightened, natural glow. Adding the same color to your cheekbones can be really flattering as well.
5.) Give a little lip. Stop using all those bright colors that you used to wear when you were in high school. A natural lip liner or even a clear lip liner to give you lips a little plump look to them..but ALWAYS stay natural.

:)