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
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
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
Happy Friday everyone! I hope that you all have had a chance to check out the delicious Pineapple Basil Mojito recipe that my friend and fellow blogger, Amber of Gypsies Crafts & Treats, shared this morning.. and I’m guessing a few of you have already made it your top priority to make this weekend! I just wanted to take a quick minute to share my recent feature in Rosieteapot Magazine!… Keep Reading
Summer is the perfect time to incorporate florals into your wardrobe and my favorite way to do that is with hair flowers! It always baffles me to see how expensive hair flowers are in some shops when it’s so easy (and cheap!) to make your own. I scored my roses for just a few bucks, grabbed some hair clips, and put it all together with my hot glue gun.. also known… Keep Reading
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
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!
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
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!
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
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