Even in my late twenties I’m still struggling with combination skin and finding a product that strikes the perfect balance between fighting acne while keeping my skin hydrated. On top of that, the cost of some of these skincare lines are enough to break the bank! I always try to remember that less is more and opted for the more natural route this time by using three simple ingredients. When… Keep Reading
Beauty
Black Tea and Honey Exfoliating Mask
Alright, it’s time to get a little personal.. I’m 26 and I feel like I just hit puberty! I’ve had relatively clear skin most of my life and now all of a sudden, it’s Breakout City! On top of feeling like a pimple-faced teen, I also need to start focusing my skincare routine on preventative signs of aging. So how do you treat both?! I’ve been going through tons of… Keep Reading
Pumpkin Spice and Honey Face Mask
It’s been a little while since I’ve done any DIY beauty tutorials here on the blog and given that we’re in the season for all things pumpkin spice, I thought this would be the perfect return post! Not only does this mask smell (and taste) delicious, but it packs tons of benefits for your skin! Cinnamon and honey are both great for treating acne, reducing the signs of aging, and… Keep Reading
Peppermint Swirl Body Scrub
I can’t speak for anyone else, but I find the holidays extremely stressful! Traveling, family, and trying to find the perfect gift for everyone (without going broke) can all add pressure to what should be an otherwise merry time of year. I decided to make things a bit easier for myself this year by creating homemade body scrubs to give as gifts. This simple 4 ingredient scrub keeps your skin… Keep Reading
Pumpkin Spice Coffee Body Scrub
It’s the season for pumpkin spice everything, so why not a pumpkin spice body scrub?! Pumpkin is rich in soothing vitamin A, the coffee grounds gently exfoliate and help diminish the appearance of cellulite, and the coconut oil will leave your skin smooth and hydrated. Need more incentive to try it yourself? The scrub leaves you smelling like an irresistible pumpkin spice latte!
Avocado and Egg White Face Mask
I wanted to call this the Creature from the Black Lagoon mask because it’s kind of what I felt like running around with this on my face! Despite my terrifying appearance, my skin felt amazing afterward! The avocado is great for combination skin, the egg white tightens pores, and the lemon juice helps reduce redness! Take a day to relax and pamper yourself or save it for the next girl’s… Keep Reading
Sea Salt Beach Scrub
Summer is here (although you wouldn’t know that in Portland!) and everyone wants that summer glow! So why spend upwards to $40 for a body scrub that you can make at home?! The sea salt exfoliates your skin, organic coconut oil moisturizes it, and there’s just a hint of lemon juice for a fun citrus-y scent!
Brown Sugar and Fresh Orange Body Scrub
I’ve been really into at home beauty products lately and apparently so are all of you! I’ve received tons of requests to start posting recipes and tutorials for scrubs, face masks, hair treatments, etc.. So here you are.. a delicious smelling body scrub that will leave your skin incredibly soft! A bonus for all my tattooed readers; I noticed that my tattoos were even more vibrant after using this! Give it a shot… Keep Reading
Sea Salt and Coconut Oil Wave Spray
My hair is naturally stick straight, which might sound great to everyone else, but not when all you want is curly hair for just ONE night and you’ve spent an hour curling it only for it all to fall flat 10 minutes later! My girlfriends can attest to this! I love beachy textured hair in the summer, but I can’t seem to find a good spray in the stores. My hair either… Keep Reading