I meant to get this out a little earlier today, but I had the opportunity to spend some time with my sister's family. I don't see them nearly enough. We had tacos and brownies. The bonus to dinner at my sister's is she ALWAYS serves dessert! Played a super fun board game which doubles as an ab workout because we always end up laughing until it hurts! Simple pleasures....❤
I wanted to share a not so secret recipe I use to help my terribly dry skin stay soft. We all know our skin is the body's largest organ, but did you know we shed an entire layer every 30 days? Did you know dead skin makes up for 85% of the dust in our homes? Super gross, right?! After probably hundreds or maybe thousands of dollars on body exfoliation products, I now use a little do it yourself concoction. First, you want to start with a natural bristle bath brush. DO NOT USE THE BRUSH WITH PLASTIC BRISTLES! You can find maps on Pinterest which will show you which direction to use the brush and the benefits for your body. Basically, you will do this before getting in the shower while your skin and brush are dry. I do it in an up and out motion. I start and my ankles and work up the body. Not only will this exfoliate, but it will also help to open the lymphatic system and detox the body. Double win!!🎉🎉
The next product I use is something I mix up in the kitchen. I'm currently using Johnson and Johnson's Shea and Cocoa oil. I take a mason jar. I use the 12-ounce size. 1 cup of sugar, I add the oil until I like the consistency. I like it more liquid than paste. Next, I add about an ounce of vodka. Mix it up and you will have an amazing and inexpensive exfoliant. In case you were wondering, vodka helps to brighten the skin. As we age our skin tends to look a little more dull, I know I need all the help I can get!!😁 I keep this product in the shower and use it twice a week.
I hope this provides a little spa day getaway from home!
No comments:
Post a Comment