WINTER SKIN -Update from Last Facebook Post-

Our last Post advised Fans & Followers to continue...

-Moisturizing, Hydrating & Protecting skin as temperature drops. We discussed how the cold weather tends to cause dryness to the skin of the face, hands, and feet. Skin becomes more prone to flaking, cracking and even eczema (in which the skin becomes inflamed).  

In Upcoming post, I'll go over a few products that are very effective in providing and retaining moisture in winter skin, for each skin type and condition. We will also explore the best way of hydrating (in addition to water intake) and Protecting the skin with safer sunscreen products. 

Stay tuned for Posts on Natural Cleansing, Exfoliating, Toners and Masks for the Winter Season

Homemade Lip Scrub Recipes

Flaky lips are not that Attractive or Kissable. Here are some helpful Recipes to remove the dead skin layer from your lips and improve their appearance. Easy to make and sure to get those lips back to their Smooth, Soft, and Subtle-Sexy Look! Lipstick will stay on longer and go on even smoother.

Honey Lip Scrub

You will need the following:

1 teaspoon of honey

1 teaspoon of baking soda

a few drops of olive oil

Mix honey & baking soda until smooth paste is formed.

Apply the mixture on your lips and leave it on for a few minutes

Gently rub the lips to remove dead skin.Wash your lips with water and apply olive oil on your lips to moisturize them.

Sugar Lip Scrub

Mix a small amount of coarse sugar with a few drops of water.
Apply the mixture onto lips and gently rub it in. Wash with lukewarm water and apply olive oil or vaseline to moisturize them.

Salt & Sugar Lip Scrub
Mix salt, white sugar and vaseline. Apply the mixture on your lips and gently rub the mixture to remove dead skin cells. Wash your lips with water and your lips will be soft and smooth. Use 2 or 3 time a week if your lips tend to be very dry and flaky.

Homemade Brown Sugar Lip Balm

Ingredients:

1 Tsp brown sugar

1 Tsp oil (try olive, grape seed or sunflower)

1 Tsp honey
Optional: few drops of baking flavoring (like vanilla, peppermint, orange or almond extract)

This can be stored in a container and used often.

Directions:

~mix ingredients together in a small bowl with a spoon

~scoop into a small container for future use

~apply to lips with finger tips or a soft toothbrush with gentle, circular motions

~rinse and follow with a natural butter and oil based lip balm

Continue applying these Recipes to lips 2-3 times a week 
OR Daily, to keep them smooth, soft, moist and Kissable all season long!
Visit often.... more winter Skincare, Beauty, Health & Wellness tips to follow.

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With A Family History of Breast Cancer, ...It's a Monthly Ritual for me, doing Self Breast Exams at home and by my Gynecologist when I get my annual Woman Health Exam. I Encourage my dear Friends & Family—near and far to do the Same. Many Wonderful Survivors are living Proof that Early Detection HELP Save Lives.

CLICK HERE ..for more info. on Breast Cancer or INSTRUCTIONS on Breast Self-Exams

*My AUNT is a 5yr survivor now.

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*Several others family members are no longer with us.

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Support the Cause when you Shop *Online Stores , *Grocery Store , *Department Store , *Pharmacy or wherever. Organizations are offering Breast Cancer Support or Pink Items for Purchase which Proceeds go towards Early Screening, Access to Treatment and Research for a Cure."

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*EARLY DETECTION HELP SAVE MANY LIVES!*Encourage Friends, Lover, Family, Spouse & Neighbor  to do Breast Self-Exams monthly (preferably after their menstrual Cycle) and have their Annual Physical & WELL WOMAN EXAM.  "SPREAD THIS VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE IF YOU REALLY CARE! "The life you save may be your Mother, Daughter, Spouse, Love One or ‘YOUR OWN’.
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Want a Healthy Head of Hair??

Want a Head Full of Healthy Hair? In addition to a Proper Hair Care Regimen; drink Plenty Water, take Biotin Supplements & eat a more nutritious diet rich in proteins: Fish, Milk, Eggs, Meat. Eat Well; Live Long! 

CUTTING BACK on RED MEAT? Then stick with the leanest cuts & eat in moderation. WORRIED ABOUT WHOLE MILK?  You can purchase USDA-Certified Organic-available at most supermarkets. Also hormone Free and antibiotic-free milk from specialty grocers or Whole Foods. Vegetable Proteins are the best source. Remember to always care for your hair INSIDE & OUT. Your Hair will thank you for it! Check Out Five Foods that Promote Healthy Hair here.

Read Natural Curly Kinky Marie's Blog:  http://naturalkinkycurlymarie.blogspot.com/2011/09/want-healthy-stronger-longer-beautiful.html

Granola Cereal Bars

On-the-go breakfast bars which also make great lunchbox fillers. Make a Healthy choice by baking your own breakfast treats. Most manufactured granola bar brands are laden with fat & other unhealthy ingredients. Especially those fatty “healthy alternatives” to Chewy Granola Bars from Kashi. Below is a Recipe for some affordable-good old Granola bars that will get you going and keep you healthy.

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups rolled oats (use steel cut oats;will stick together better)

1 cup raw sliced almonds
1 cup cashew pieces 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup raw hulled sesame seeds (optional)
 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon grated or ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract 
Also need – parchment paper

Directions

1. Place an oven rack in the lower-middle position and heat the oven to 250 degrees. 
2. Line a large rimmed rectangular baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 
3. Place the oats, almonds, cashews, coconut, seeds and spices in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine. 
4. Heat the butter and honey together in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter melts. 
5. Stir in sea salt and vanilla. Remove from the heat.  
6. Pour the hot liquids over the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula until the dry ingredients are evenly moist. 
7. Turn the granola onto the prepared pan and press firmly with a spatula to create an even layer, about 1/2 inch thick. 
8. Bake until the granola is firm to the touch and a deep golden brown, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. (The granola will become crisper as it cools.) 
9. Cool completely in the pan, then lift an edge of parchment and break the granola into pieces (if making bars) or break it up into small chunks by pounding it in a zip lock bag (if making cereal).
10. Store in plastic bags or air tight container at room temperature. The Granola will keep at the height of it's texture and flavor for 2weeks. Serve with dried or fresh fruit and milk or yogurt or eat out of hand.

makes about 3 pounds...