You know when you get home from a party and the last thing you want to do is wash your face? Well it might be more important than you think. If you just fall asleep with all that makeup on, you’ll end up with a big surprise in the morning. So here’s what you need to do for a post-party skin prep. Slather on Albolene, a cleansing lotion that also removes makeup. Wipe it off with a cloth or cotton pads, any any residue left behind acts as a moisturizer. If you’re just too tired for a two-step process, sweep away makeup with pre-moistened towelettes or pads. Makeup wipes are the...

So we all know that Evian makes water, but did you know that they also make beauty products as well? As far as I know, Evian has now launched a skin care line complete with face wash, moisturizer…the works. So does this product do justice to its fancy name and water? I just bought the Evian Oxygenating Cleansing Gel and I have to say that I love it like no other product. It works great for both face and eyes, so you don’t have to worry about getting tears, and it eliminates any trace of makeup and dirt on your skin. This gentle and soap-free gel removes makeup, excess oil a...

Organic beauty products is your best bed; not only are you helping Mother Earth but you’re helping yourself too! These green beauty products are all natural, without the chemicals, so you can be your skin, hair, and whatever else will get a good dose of healthy ingredients! Shampoo and Conditioner Shampoo and condition the right way with organic products. Alba, an Avalon Organics company, is committed to help preserve and heal the planet. Alba products are enriched with vitamins, certified organic herbs and pure plant proteins to foster healthy, manageable hair that will radiate ...

What better way to unwind than spend an entire weekend relaxing and pampering yourself without ever having to leave the house? Fast and easy nature-inspire fixes take the guesswork out of knowing what’s inside all the products you use. MAKE YOUR OWN HAIR SHINE Mix 2 T of apple cider vinegar, a c. of water, and juice from half a lemon. Run through your hair and rinse! MAKE YOUR OWN SCALP MOISTURIZER Combine 3 t. of honey with 1 pint of warm water. Massage it onto your scalp and wash it out! SUGAR SCRUB Add 1/2 c. of safflower oil to 1/2 c. of brown sugar. Mix in essential oils suc...

Foundation can be hard to work with at times. It can leave your skin looking streaky, cakey, and oily all at the same time. So what can you do to get a streak-free foundation application? Start by removing the dead skin on your face: exfoliate! Next, apply an oil-free primer. This will provide you with a clean and even canvas for makeup. Apply your foundation by using a damp makeup sponge to blend everything in for a seamless finish. Swipe it on in circular motions. If you still see streaks, especially around your chin or neck, later on, dab a little moisturizer over those areas to smo...

If you want perfectly smooth skin then the Veet Bladeless Kit is the shaving system for you. Not only is it bladeless which means no cuts or nicks, but it’s fast, painless, and super easy to use. I must say this is the best shaving method I have found so far (for me at least). Since a lot of people don’t like to wax or sugar because it is painful and can leave your skin irritated, this method is just perfect. All you have to do is apply a thick layer of the hair removal gel cream onto your skin and wait 3 minutes. The use the bladeless tools to remove the hair (just like a razor bu...

Protecting your skin from the environment is one of the most important things you can do. The environment can attack your skin, weather it’s the harsh winds, the powerful sun, or just the pollutants floating around, your skin is definitely in danger. So how can you protect your skin from these harsh factors? Well for one, you need to know that your skin is very sensitive and can be affected by pretty much anything that is around. So although you won’t be able to protect your skin all the time from every little thing, there are still things that you can do to avoid some damage. One ...

Clay masks have a good reputation because they work for all skin types. Clay masks get rid of the dirt, soften your skin, and also open up your pores. Here’s how to make your own homemade clay mask. You will need the following: 1½ tsp green clay ½ tsp kaolin clay 1½ tbsp aloe vera gel 1 tbsp rosewater 2 drops rose essential oil Prepare by mixing green and kaolin clays together. Add the aloe vera gel, rosewater and essential oils. You can refrigerate this mixture for up to four weeks! Apply all over cleansed face and neck and let sit for about 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with warm wa...