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Homemade Masks To Treat Yourself In Confinement

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Now we finally have some time to dedicate some care to our bodies. These homemade masks, to treat yourself and make it out of confinement with smooth skin and shiny hair. Furthermore, since these hard time require hard measures, confinement is not so bad. I mean, we have more time to relax, and we can use a part of it to work on self-care. Since we know how important is treating your skin and strengthening your hair, through natural ingredients straight out of your kitchen. In addition, we show you how to use the same product for various masks (Skin and Hair), so you can save the rest for food also

Here are few ideas for you to help you kill that extra-time in confinement, which doing something beneficial (and let’s be real, something you’ve always wanted to do, but just never found time for it.)

Avocado Mask To Repair Your Hair

Reinforcing the strength of your hair is almost necessary nowadays. Due to the high use of styling tools, pollution, and hair dye, it’s normal for hair to get damaged. In addition, sulfur found in shampoos is also highly bad for your hair, and if you shower frequently, adding masks to your routine is a must.

Avocados on the other hand, are full of omega-3 fatty acids. This helps strengthen and incredibly repair your hair. All you need to do, is use a spoon to smash a half peeled avocado. Then, add some olive oil and honey, and apply it to wet hair with your fingertips. Let it set for 10-15 minutes, and wash your hair.

Avocado And Honey To nourish Your Skin

With the other half of avocado, and 1/4 blended cucumber, create another mask, but this time for your skin. Avocado’s nutrients will nourish your skin, and prevents excess sebum that can lead to spots. Cucumber on the other hand, is 90% water, which hydrates you skin to keep it glowing. After you try this homemade mask, you will notice how you skin will feel more clean and fresh.

Egg White And Lemon Mask To Get Rid Of Greasy Hair

Furthermore, more products from your groceries that are great for homemade masks, are eggs and lemon. By simply mixing some lemon juice and egg white (you can eat the yolk) as it’s high in protein enzymes that help remove excess oil. In addition, lemon is a natural antioxidant, and will deep-clean your scalp to avoid dandruff and any residues left from your hair products.

Minimise Enlarged Pores With Eggs, Honey And Lemon

Finally, staying at home and not getting any Vitamin D may lead to causing some changes to your skin. if you are struggling with enlarged pores, this home remedy is effective, and quick. In fact, you will just need the egg white (again), some lemon juice (again) and some honey if you still have any left from the previous mask. Then, mix all ingredients together, and scrub your face and body with it in the shower. The lemon has the ability to tighten skin tissues, while eggs and honey will boost your skin’s moisture levels.

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This is Why You Should Be Up for a Spa Weekend

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Every day’s stress can have serious consequences on your health and the care of your appearance. Running everywhere, constant stress and a thousand obligations can make you feel trapped and anxious. That’s why we recommend you should be up for a spa weekend, more often than you thought, and as soon as possible.

The Best Way to Disconnect

Without a doubt, going to one of these relaxing places is the best possible way to disconnect. Between a massage and another, hot and cold baths and the sauna, you will forget why you were stressing in the first place. In case that doesn’t sound good enough, most likely, you will also enjoy the experience with a friend or family member (or several). What will end not only in relaxation, but also in having loads of fun.

Reduce stress, and Boost Circulation

If you go to a spa, chances you will be going back home on cloud 9. However, precisely thanks to that, you will also return with better circulation (even temporarily). Because your muscles will be way more relaxed, and with a better blood-flow. Furthermore, what you will notice, especially that your skin will be very well hydrated, is how difficult for the dreaded dark circles to appear after a bad night sleep.

Complete Detoxing

Not only smoothies, vegetables and eating little go detox plans. And is that a massage, in addition to leaving you brand new muscularily speaking (yes, goodbye to that back pain) will also give wings to your lymphatic system. Which means that your body will do, without you noticing, a «spring cleaning.» By slowly expelling a lot of toxins and filling yourself with serotonin and energy for a few days. Something that will result in good mood, being very good and, above all, not getting bad. What more could you want?

You’ll Leave with Glowy skin

All these benefits translate into that. You will practically wear a layer of natural makeup on top. Why? Well, the first thing is that you will not look tired, which is already a great step forward. In addition, your skin will be brighter and smoother. If that were not enough, you will feel lighter and less swollen. So you will not only be mentally relaxed, but you will also have undergone, without realizing it, a beauty treatment. What are you waiting for?

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Reasons Why You Are Having Acne Breakouts

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Acne is commonly known as a skin condition, in which hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. However, there are various types of acne, and reasons why you are having acne breakouts.

Acne breakout is usually due to your body reacting to certain habits of yours. Nevertheless, some reasons have nothing to do with your skin care, and more with lifestyle.

You Are Going Through Menopause

Hormones hold a major responsibility in your Acne breakout. During menopause, your level of estrogen and progesterone lower down, which leads to inflammatory factors of skin. According to Marina Peredo, professor of dermatology in New york, hormonal birth control are also a reason to your breakout, especially durning menopause.

The Food You Are Eating

There is no denial that you will breakout like crazy after few hamburgers. Your food intake is highly associated with your skin’s overall health. Carbs turn into sugar when digested, therefore, it releases stress hormone cortisol. As a consequence, dermatoligists always recommend you to watch your diet, and make sure to eat well if you experience constant and heavy Acne.

Your Make Up Is Too Heavy

The make up you use, and how you use it also affect your skin. Even though you may think that using expensive make up means it’s danger-free, you are wrong. Even best quality make up products plug pores and oil glands, which makes it hard for your skin to breathe. If you are experiencing acne breakout, then the first thing should be making sure to keep your face clean, exfoliated and hydrated. You should even give up using make up for few days until it disappears.

Your Shower Routine

Yes, your shower routine could be why you are breaking out. Did you know that when you wash your hear, all the grease and oils from your scalp get into your face? Keep your shower routine simple, and avoid washing your hair everyday. Dr. Peredo says that if the acne is relatively close to your hairline, then that’s because you need to loosen up on the conditioner and your shower products.

The Way You Brush Your Teeth

Finally, and even though it seems senseless, the way you brush your teeth may be a reason why you are breaking out. Toothpaste contains fragrances, which react to additives. To avoid letting it affect your skin, Dr. Peredo recommends to change the toothpaste product, and use petroleum jelly before brushing your teeth, to protect the skin around your mouth area from acne breakouts.

On the other hand, if you have already gotten rid of acne problems, you may want to check how to deal with  dark spots and acne scars leftover from pimples.

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Can Dry Brushing Help Reduce Cellulite?

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The thought of using a dry stiff brush on your behind sounds anything but fun and relaxing. Nevertheless, many spas offer this dry brushing technique as part of the pampering process, claiming it works wonders in reducing cellulite. Is this ancient technique of sloughing off dead skin really worth it?

the legs and behind of a woman lying on a mat, showing smooth skin from dry brushing.

The Technique Behind Dry Brushing

Dry Brushing is not some futuristic technique that uses advanced materials. In fact, the basic concept behind dry brushing is simply exfoliating. Using a bristle brush across your body helps to remove dry and dead skin, which helps your skin to hydrate better afterwards when applying moisturizer afterwards.

woman applying moisturizer to her legs.

Not only does dry bushing help to exfoliate the skin, but it also detoxifies the skin. The pressure from the brush helps to push lymph node fluid and eliminate it from your skin. This process in turn improves circulation to ensure all the organs function at their best.

How To Properly Dry Brush

First and foremost, you need the correct type of brush. The best ones have firm bristles and a long handle so that you can scrub in all the inconvenient to reach areas. Additionally, the best time of the day to dry brush is in the morning right before a shower. The exfoliating motions will help to open your pores, meaning lotions can better absorb into your skin.

a two sided brush for dry brushing.

«Bottom» Line- Can Dry Brushing Truly Reduce Cellulite?

The answer is two fold. It is true that dry brushing can eliminate toxins in the body, especially ones that wear away at connective tissue. When connective tissue breaks down, the result is often the formation of dimpling along the skin. However, this is not the only thing that influences ones’ cellulite. Fat deposits as well as genetics have a big impact on the appearance of cellulite, which is why 93% of women have it.

Ultimately, there is not enough scientific research to justify that dry brushing can reduce cellulite long term. If anything, it is more of a temporary reduction that requires daily use to upkeep. That said, if you are looking for a quick fix to confidently strut your stuff, this might be the trick for you!

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Are Jade Rollers Beneficial For Your Skin?

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Jade rollers are an increasingly popular tool in skincare. Some people swear by the benefits of using the smooth green jade on their face, and others claim it to be a big waste of money. Before you decide to purchase or forego adding this tool to your beauty routine, we have all the details.

a woman holding one version of jade rollers.

Can Jade Rollers Cure Your Acne?

Hate to break it, but jade rollers are not the magical cure for acne. Many brands sell this tool as helping to reduce breakouts, but the reality is this product does nothing for zits. A better treatment for breakouts would be using a salicylic acid face wash or spot treatment once a day.

What Skin Benefit Do Jade Rollers Provide?

While they can’t banish your breakouts and wrinkles, jade rollers can help with reducing your puffiness. The rolling motions on your face helps to increase lymphatic drainage, meaning your face will appear leaner and less tired from just waking up. It is also best to use the roller after you have already applied moisturizer or toner on your face, to feel more relaxed and smooth the product evenly into your skin. As of now there is no data to backup if the roller helps for facial products to penetrate better, but this is also a potential bonus from using the stones on your skin.

How To Use A Jade Roller

As intuitive as it may seem, there is a wrong and right way to using a jade roller. This beauty routine was part of ancient Chinese rituals to create movement underneath the skin’s surface. But rather than smoothing it all over your face in haphazard strokes like you would with painting a wall, you should roll in specific directions.

It is best to start with rolling in downward motions around the neck area to open circulation to your face. Then roll the stone on your cheeks in an outward motion before hitting your forehead in a downward then horizontal direction. This should help to get the best results if used daily!

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Soft Glowing Skin This Summer In 5 Easy Steps

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You are super excited about your next summer beach vacation, but absolutely horrified at the thought of taking pictures due to that new planet that just popped up on your face. With the heat and humidity causing *endless sweat* that can clog pores, it can be hard to have flawless skin in the summer. These 5 easy steps will help you to get glowing in no time.

Exfoliate For An Immediate Glow

Lavender Skin Exfoliante.

One of the easiest tricks to getting skin that literally glows in just a matter of minutes is by exfoliating. Using a nice sugar scrub or body scrub will help to slough away all the dead skin cells and peeling sunburnt skin to reveal your fresh face underneath. Just remember to not over exfoliate- too much can actually dry out and strip your face of natural oils. A safe bet is two to three times a week.

Switch Up Your Moisturizer

Woman applying moisturizer to her skin.

In the winter months, our skin is typically dry and in need of more moisture, so heavier creams are ideal for these months. However, if you’re still using that same bottle from January, or no moisturizer at all, we’ve found your main culprit for breakouts! You might feel like you’re skin is «moisturized» from all the sweat you produce, but sweat is high in sodium which dries out your skin. This can leave your face looking patchy and red. To keep your skin supple (and not overdo it so that you’re a literal greaseball), try using a lightweight oil-free moisturizer that has SPF. Simple and smart!

Hydrate From Within

Girl drinking water.

While hydrating your skin with a good moisturizer is key, the best hydration starts from within. Yup, with water! It’s easy to forget to get your daily 8 glasses (or more) during the hot months, but doing so will flush out toxins in your system. The result is a fresher looking you all around!

Wash Your Face (And Body) With Cold Water

Girl in swimsuit showering.

You might already be showering in cold water as a cool relief from the heat, but if you aren’t you should do so ASAP this summer. The hot air and humidity combined with an extra dose of both from a hot shower work to dehydrate your skin. This in turn can cause unwanted breakouts. Plus, the cool water can provide an immediate «wake up» on days you’re feeling sluggish.

Up The Antioxidants

Bowl of fresh sliced fruit.

The amazing powers of antioxidants are endless, and when it comes to your skin these damage fighting molecules can do absolute wonders. Antioxidants can help protect your skin from damage caused by the sun, improve inflammation, and increase collagen necessary to keep your face smooth and wrinkle free.

That said, you can get your much needed dose of antioxidants both from external serums, which admittedly have a hefty price tag, or the easy cheap route- eating them! Many foods that are common in summer are packed with antioxidants, like mangoes, cantaloupe, and berries. Snack up- your skin will thank you!

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