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Anti - Ageing Face Moisturizer

Hello beautiful people! Yes, I know you saw that word in the title - Anti - Ageing. Let's face it, from 25 years + we start seeing changes in our body; skin! I'm currently experiencing this as well and yes of course I feel some type of way about that! As you all know I have a passion for DIY and I've been experimenting a lot with these essential oils, I mean there are so much on the market and I love it! So today I have an Anti - Ageing Face Moisturizer for you all and remember you can always switch up the recipe with oils that you prefer or is more available! Well then, let's start cooking! Anti - Ageing Face Moisturizer  ** Click on links of the ingredients for the benefits & why they are great for anti-ageing**  What you will need:  ** 2 tablespoons Shea Butter (Click  here  for benefits) ** 1 teaspoon Vitamin E Oil (Click  here  for more) ** 2 teaspoon of Almond Oil - (I personally don't like coconut oil on my face but feel free to substitute with)

Tea Tree Oil Body Scrub

Hello beautiful people! Recently, on social media, I've been getting some questions concerning tea tree oil. It's a new product that has been circulating around the market. I'm sure some of you may have heard about it. I'm still exploring all these benefits of tea tree oil myself! Today I got something a little different for you and I know those of you who may not be into oils or are new to this, give it a try, it's worth it for your skin!! I enjoyed this body scrub, hope you all do as well! Let's get into it then! History of Tea Tree Oil  Tea tree oil which is also known as melaleuca oil is derived from the leaves of the Maleleuca alternifolia or the tea tree plant which is a native of Australia. Its common name was originally coined back in the 18th century by the famous British explorer James Cook who observed the indigenous people brewing a tea from the leaves. James Cook actually made his own tea from the leaves to prevent his crew from getting

Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Mask for Dandruff

Hey y'all ! I hope everyone's having a great day! For today's hair mask, the recipe includes, what I'm sure most of you have heard off Apple Cider Vinegar! Yes, it has amazing benefits and one of them being hair; dandruff. It's a pretty simple recipe that I have used and it worked for me. I have heard and read numerous testimonials on the use of ACV for dandruff! So, give it a try! Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar  INTERNAL BENEFITS:   • Rich Miracle Enzymes & Potassium  • Natural Antibiotic & Germ Fighter  • Helps Control & Normalize Weight  • Improves Digestion & Assimilation   • Relieves Arthritis & Stiffness   • Relieves Sore Throats & Laryngitis  • Helps Remove Toxins & Cholesterol  EXTERNAL BENEFITS: • Helps Promote Youthful Body • Helps Maintain Healthy Skin • Soothes Tight, Aching Arthritic Joints & Sore Muscles  • Helps Stop Dandruff, Oily & Dry, Itching Scalp • Soothes Shingles, Bites, S

Exfoliating Face Mask

Hey sweets! So many of you have been requesting an exfoliating mask! There are many recipes with simple ingredients that can be used; so I'll be listing some options for you all =) When you have tried it let me know how if it worked for youuu :) Why is exfoliating every day bad for the skin? "Exfoliating every day can strip the skin of its natural oils, which can cause breakouts," says celebrity facialist Joanna Vargas. "It can also cause irritation because you're removing the top layer of skin before it can heal." Negative, long-term effects are also a concern. Says Shen Beauty aesthetician Carrie Lindsey: "Over time, it can actually thin the skin and cause it to wrinkle more easily. Plus, the skin is a smart organ and sheds dead skin cells on its own; if we exfoliate too often, it can actually slow cell turnover." Washington, D.C.-based dermatologist Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., agrees. "Over-exfoliating can cause chronic skin irritat

Shaving Cream for Sensitive Skin

Hi y'all :) Hope the week is treating everyone well so far! Today, I decided to switch it up a little with a shaving cream; natural and homemade. I know many of the ladies due to time limitations may forget to make an appointment to get their legs waxed, I know it happens :( And of course you'd have to shave before you put on those shorts or dress. Personally, for me my skin, legs always has a bad reaction to hair removal creams and gets irritated a lot with shaving. I'm sharing a simple ready that helps me when I need to emergency shave and couldn't make it to the salon to wax! Guys.. you can also try this recipe!! DIY Shaving Cream for Sensitive Skin The top 3 toxic chemicals found in shaving cream include: Artificial fragrances:   Artificial fragrances (also known as parfum) are synthetic concoctions of compounds designed to mimic natural scents. Some people are lucky enough to be allergic to parfum, so they stop using them altogether, but others who keep u

Hair Mask to Tame the Frizz

Hi there =) Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! As requested, this hair mask is specifically to tame those frizz! I did my research and hopefully this recipe helps some of you with the wild, wild hair :p This mask actually contains two ingredients that I haven't used in any of the recipes I posted! I hope it works for the frizzers! DIY Mayo & Egg Hair Mask for Frizzy Hair! Mayonnaise can be used as a de-frizzer, coupled with egg and honey, this amazing hair mask will work wonders in taming wild frizzy hair. The egg will not only soften dry frizzy locks but also nourish your scalp and roots. Honey is a natural humectant and will water your frizzy hair, locking moisture into hair cells, bringing back their vibrancy. Let's look at the detailed benefits of the ingredients in this hair mask for frizzy hair: Benefits for Hair Mayonnaise - Contains natural oils, vinegar and multi-vitamin egg yolk that will restore damaged frizzy hair to its healthy pH. Softens b

Himalayan Salt Body Scrub

Hey beauties! Hope you all are great! Today I have a special for ya! When Himalayan salt came on the market it was big news and everyone was curious about it. Well today, I've got for you a Himalayan Salt Body Scrub! So far, this has been my favourite body scrub when I'm stressed and just want to relax! Anyways, enough chit, chat... let's get straight to it! P.S. - This is one ingredient we'd all have to buy, but it's definitely worth it!! For those of you who already knew about the benefits I'm sure you got some in the kitchen! Enjoy!! :) What Is Pink Himalayan Salt?  Pink Himalayan salt is a truly unique salt. It’s also referred to as pink salt, Himalayan sea salt, rock salt and Himalayan crystal salt. This salt is classified as rock salt or halite, which comes from the Punjab region of Pakistan about 190 miles from the Himalayas. This region has one of the richest salt fields in the entire world, and they are very, very old. I’m talking Precambrian A

Simple Lavender Body Lotion

Hi beautiful people =) I hope everyone is having a stress free day... if that's possible :) I'm not sure, I don't think I've mentioned it before, but body butters or lotions make wonderful presents for your friends and family. I mean, I know I'd appreciate if someone took the time and made me a gift that I'd use! Soooo.. body butters and lotions anything with skin care are absolutely wonderful for gifts! Today's recipe is actually the first body lotion recipe that I tried when I got into DIY home skin care and I really loved it. Coconut oil really do work wonders for the skin! Try it out and let me know how it came out! Would love if you all can send me a picture if you made a jar for a present to someone! :) DIY Lavender Body Lotion!  What you will need: 1/3 cup of Coconut Oil (Benefits, click  here )  1/3 cup of pure shea butter (Click  here  for more info) 10 drops of lavender essential oil (For more info, click  here ) **Feel free to

Mask for Hair Growth

Hi there! :) We all want beautiful hair both men and women. YES! This is a hair mask for those who are currently experiencing hair loss or just want beautiful hair! I know as we're all aging hair loss may be experienced... ugh who wants to lose their gorgeous hair! No one! At some point or another I'm sure many of us have heard about castor oil. It's pretty good for hair growth and also eyelashes! So yes, as you're guessing this blogpost contains a Castor Oil Hair Mask! I highly recommend y'all to try this mask!! I'm in love with how thick and shiny my hair is since I've been using it! I use this mask once or twice a week. My hair is naturally thick and long, so I don't use it as much as those who are experiencing hair loss should. But it indeed works wonders for hair! I've also heard that it can be used for the growth of eyelashes from many bloggers but I have not tried it .. yet! Would you all like if I tried the castor oil for eyelash growth? I