During the holiday season, beauty comes in many forms – we adorn ourselves, our houses and our plates. Here are some of my favorite holiday ingredients for beautifying ourselves and our meals: Kiwi – kiwifruit named after the New Zealand kiwi bird because both are small, brown and furry. Kiwi is a smart carb, has […]
Its important to think about how you can use all parts of the food we eat when there is a chance we could do so. Coconuts have so many uses – moisterizer, food, milk, and the shells can even be upcycled to become bird feeders. This is a great way to start the winter season […]
COCONUT for Beauty Coconut oil is a gentle eye makeup remover and nighttime facial moisturizer. 1 Tbls. in your tea can boost a speedy recovery for colds and flu. A little bit around your eyes can prevent wrinkles. A pinch of coconut oil can bring moisture to split ends. Information found on wellnessmama.com (An overall great […]
Cleansing scrub 1 Tbs honey 1 Tbs plain yogurt 2 Tbs of ground oatmeal (ground almonds can also be used) 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice Mix all ingredients together. Rub gently on your face in an upwards motion for at least 2 minutes Rinse with warm water.
Fennel is more than just delicious and aromatic. Here are a few ways you can use Fennel outside of the kitchen: Fennel tea Tea ball 2 tsp fennel seeds 1 cup boiling water Steep seeds for 4-5 minutes Let cool and enjoy. Fennel for your puffy eyes: Make a strong tea with fennel seeds 3 […]
