I’ve been going through probably one of the hardest issues of my life. I’m not able to give any details for now because other people are involved but basically life has switched to survival mode for the last month. While I’m trying hard to keep life normal for my girls, I have really slacked on several healthy habits and as a result,…
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Tamanu oil is an oil we should talk about. It’s a lesser known oil then jojoba or rosehip oil but it is said that tamanu oil has qualities that allow it to be very effective for healing damaged skin. Many people suffering from acne have found great relief and clearing when using tamanu oil! Let’s dive into all the amazing skin benefits…
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Hi everyone! In the last installment of Ask the Aesthetician, we discussed where to get started with with natural skin care. This week I want to talk BLACKHEADS! Yuck, right?! Well, I am highly blackhead prone and I have learned some very valuable tools along my own personal skin care journey to keep these pesky blemishes at bay. What is a Blackhead?…
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I get a lot of skin care and beauty questions daily and I thought I should start a new series where you all can ask the questions and I’ll do my best to give you the answers! Some of you may not know but I began my career as an aesthetician. I specialized in facials but also did waxing and makeup. I…
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Earlier in the week we talked about Marula Oil. I revealed that I’ve had a major hormone issue and experienced some major skin problems! You could say I involuntarily took one for the team! I had oily/acneic skin growing up but since the birth of my first daughter, my skin has evened out. I seriously forgot what it was like to…
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Marula oil is a light, fast absorbing oil that is suited for most skin types due to it’s fatty acid profile, it’s moisturizing properties and antioxidant properties. Marula oils is the perfect addition to your skincare routine due to how quickly it is absorbed into your skin. It’s a lightweight oil that is perfect under makeup and will deliver a boatload of…
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Balance is key to living a healthy life. It is mandatory on every level! So when the skin is out of balance , many skin disorders can flair out of control causing skin to be less then healthy. pH levels must not be overlooked when choosing the right skin care for your skin type. What is pH? pH refers to the acid/alkaline…
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Summer is rapidly approaching and it’s time to shed the winter sweaters and show some skin! I don’t know about you but at the beginning of the spring/summer season I get a little bit shy the first time I wear a sleeveless shirt or a non-maxi dress. I feel exposed! Nothing like a nice tan can shake this feeling and give me…
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I have been waiting to do this post for a while now! Sunscreen is quickly becoming a very controversial subject that is worth discussing. Facts aside, I HATE sunscreen. I hate the smell, I hate how it burns my skin and I always was confused about those SPF numbers. When it started becoming clear there were “iffy” ingredients in sunscreens, I started…
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