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Sunday, August 23, 2015

5 Coconut Oil Uses


Doesn’t it seem like every day, week, or month there is a new “it” product, and it’s getting hard to keep up?  I can tell you for certain that when it comes to all natural organic coconut oil, it’s truly miraculous! Not only that, but you won’t even begin to imagine the things you can use it for and the benefits you can get from it. As well as the unexpected uses for this wonder oil that will take your health and beauty routine to another level.

 1. Hair Mask

One of the hardest tasks is to find a Shampoo or hair product that isn’t full of chemicals and additives that will strip your hair of essential oil instead of nourishing and replenishing your hair strands, as they claim. That’s why so many are using coconut oil and have been for many years. Most oils just coat your hair in a thin layer of moisture and nourishment that doesn’t really penetrate the cuticle or make enough of a difference to justify using them. For luscious locks that are soft and super shiny, then coconut oil is the solution. It prevents hair loss with its vitamin content and keeps it super strong by protecting the protein.

ü  For the hair mask, simply grab about 1-2 tablespoons of the Coconut Oil (depending on hair density and length you may need 3-4) and start saturating your ends and go upwards to the root. Try avoiding a high concentration on your scalp, and instead allow for the oil to coat your strands and the ends. Let it sit for about an hour and wash it out, or you could place a shower cap over your head and sleep with it overnight, depending on how much your hair needs it (I sleep with it in my hair once a month).  As well as you could use this method in the shower. Allow it to absorb into your scalp for a few minutes, then rinse out and style as usual.

2. Make up Remover

Yes, simply using coconut oil to remove makeup is efficient. Especially for those who have sensitive skin, and can’t find a makeup remover that doesn’t irritate your face or make you break out. While wipes are easy and portable, they are frustrating and only to scrub so hard to still see mascara and liner on the face. Coconut Oil breaks up water-resistant substances used in eye shadow and mascara, releasing them from the skin and lashes.

ü  Take a teaspoon of coconut oil and place it on a cotton pad, and just gently wipe. You will want to rinse your face afterwards to remove the entire residue.  (Avoid getting it inside the eye)

3. Teeth Cleaner

A technique sometimes referred to as “oil pulling” and has been used for years. All you do is swish it in your mouth for about 10-20 minutes (I know seem long), spit it out (in trash, not sink so you don’t clog it), rinse with salt water, and brush those teeth normally. The Coconut Oil is what aides in eliminating the bacteria. The benefits of doing this are it can cure tooth decay, kills bad breath, soothes dry throat, prevents heart diseases, boost immune system, prevents cavities, etc.  It’s recommended at least 3-4x a week for best results.

4. Daily Moisturizer

Coconut Oil makes a great skin Moisturizer on its own, or blended if you prefer. I prefer alone. The benefits of the protein and nutrients being added to the skin are amazing. Coconut Oil is naturally antibacterial and antifungal, and can penetrate better than any other oils. It can help soothe eczema by applying daily to help soothe the pain and itch of the irritated skin and dry patches. Or, if you have dry and rough feet you can massage the oil into your feet and put on a pair of sock while you sleep. You could use the oil all over, oily skin I wouldn’t recommended using so much or doing it as often, now if you have dry skin I would say go for it.  Not mention you can use it to shave your legs!

5. Cooking & Eating

Of course, what other way! Some oils are unsafe to cook with at high temperatures; coconut oil is a great alternative. Coconut oil is trendy and consider and “superfood” but for some really good reasons, not only is it tasty but it is so jam packed with nutrients that are incredible for your health. According to some research, it is metabolized in a positive effect on people with brain disorders. It could also help keep your appetite in check without any dangerous supplements. You could consider putting it into your coffee, pouring it into stir fry, or hundreds of other recipes.   

 Although, it seems like Coconut Oil can’t get any better it can! You can just search ways to use it and will get hundreds of links! These are my tops 5 favorites. A little goes a long way, so considering grabbing one the next time you’re at your local grocery store. Hope you try these tips out, and if you do let me know how it goes for you!
 
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Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Anastasia Beverly Hills Shadow Couture Eye Shadow Palette


Hi Beauties! Recently my husband surprised me with the New Anastasia Beverly Hills (ABH) “Shadow Couture World Traveler” palette. Let me start off by saying I truly have been wanting this palette since I first seen it pop up on my Instagram news feed. The colors looked so smooth and wonderfully thought of that I knew I needed to have it. It retails for $30 USD, and can be purchased at any Ulta, Macy’s, Sephora, Nordstrom, or on the ABH website (http://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com/).

 

The palette itself in person is truly beautiful. The Finishes include matte, satin, and metallic and are very pigmented. You get 12 shades which include (from Ulta Website)…
 
§  Soft Peach: neutral, flesh-toned beige with a matte finish.

§  Morocco: warm, desert sand with a matte finish.

§  Heirloom: A shimmery, eggplant hue with a satin finish.

§  Bellini: A sophisticated, golden peach with a satin finish.

§  Pink Champagne: A cool, glimmering mauve with a metallic  finish.

§  Chic: A sophisticated, taupe grey with a satin finish.

§  Spoiled: A gold-flecked peach with a satin finish.

§  Fudge: A rich, chocolate brown with a matte finish.

§  Azure: A vibrant, Mediterranean blue with a satin finish.

§  Intense Gaze: A warm, bronzed pink with a satin finish.

§  Metallic: A subtle, shimmery gold with a satin finish.

§  Noir: A sultry, inky black with a matte finish.


Ok, so putting all excitement aside, this palette is great, I have used it basically every day since I’ve gotten it. The colors are true to pigmentation, and can be built up more. My favorite shades include Soft Peach, Morocco, and Pink Champagne for an everyday look with a touch of glitter. Now there is minimal fall out with the shadows, but I would say the shades with metallic glitter if not tapped on the eye can definitely lead to fall out. The shadows are very bendable and easy to use; they do not have a chalky consistency which is really big with me! Now, Azure is such a gorgeous color but with like any other blue shadow ,it can be difficult to blend if you try to add too much at once. I would recommend using a little at a time and building it up slowly, unless that’s the looks you’re going for.
 
 
Shadows can also be used wet or dry without ruining the consistency of the product, and is recommended. Over all, I love this palette and believe it’s worth the buy for me at least! You can play this palette up or tone it down which makes it such a great palette to have! Let me know your thoughts, and if you’ve purchased this palette let me know how its working for you!


 
(Wearing my favorite shadows Soft Peach, Morocco, and Pink Champange from the ABH Pallete
Skin- Pur Minerals Pressed powder
Concealer- Maybelline Fit Me Medium 25
Contour Highlight- Lorac Pro Palette
Lips-Sonia Kashuk Tinted Lip Balm "Hint of Pink 42"
and Ulta Beauty Super Shiny Lip Gloss "Flirtini 07"
Liner- Elf Cosmetics Liquid Liner )

                                                ~Yashira~

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