Sparkling Jewels
Life’s busy for everyone, but if we can get one thing simply done, Amen! When it comes to our precious jewelry, keeping them sparkly-clean is essential. An easy-breezy DIY cleaner I love (as does my mother) is the Thieves-Vodka mix. ITEMS: 2 tbsp Thieves Household Cleaner 2 tbsp vodka DIRECTIONS: Mix ingredients in a small […]
Eucalyptus Peppermint Neck Wraps
Life is too short to not spoil yourself. You’re worth it, especially after a long week. What I love about self-care is that you don’t need a fancy spa with a gigantic price tag. Self-care should be fun, effortless, and as inexpensive as possible. For a nice dose of zen, try this neck wrap spa […]
Blueberry-Lavender Ice Cream
Five ingredients and five minutes—that’s all it takes to prep this healthy homemade ice cream recipe! The flavor of lavender is becoming increasingly popular in desserts, but many of them don’t even contain real lavender. They instead rely on artificial ingredients and coloring. But not this ice cream! Blueberries give this blend a lovely purple/blue […]
Essential Oils for Summer Wellness
Summer is here, a time when we embrace the ever-needed vacation both mentally and physically. Ironically, the summer can still be challenging because we are trying to fit everything in. So, what can you do about it? Use this season to catch-up on self-care to simmer the summer tizzies. As you consider incorporating wellness routines […]
Essential Oils & Skin Type
When it comes to facial nourishment, essential oils are an added benefit to your beauty cabinet. The magic of essential oils is their multi-purpose treatment for various skin types. The oils can be applied into your skin creams and body lotions, added to a serum or sprinkled into a bath for a full body hydration. […]
Cheesy Mac & Cheese
Yes, eating healthy is key to our wellness and longevity, but so is balance! So, I’m honour of balance, here’s a scrumptious mac and cheese recipe that’s sure to be a win with the kids, or anyone who loves good ol’ comfort food. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups coarsely grated Gruyère cheese 1 1/2 cups coarsely […]
Guided Imagery Meditation
Looking to wind down after the hectic day? Try a guided imagery meditation. In this practice you use positive words and music (spa/meditation music is preferred) to help guide your imagination toward a relaxed and concentrated state. Select images of a calming and safe place such as the beach or a walk in nature — […]
Summer Highlights
Summer is here, and if you’re like me, you love a little glow to your hair. Back in the day many used Sun In, remember that line? But thanks to a few essential oils and distilled water, you can naturally let your hair soak in the sunshine! ITEMS: – 1oz bottle (glass preferred) – distilled […]
Avocado Lavender Hydration Mask
When it comes to avocados I love them on toast, on eggs, in a smoothie, raw with a dash of salt, in a salad, and as a main ingredient in a hydrating facial mask. Try this simple and nourishing beauty recipe during your next self-care routine. Your face will love it! ITEMS: – small or […]
Anti-Wrinkle Cream
We all love shopping at Sephora, but honestly, all those fancy creams and beauty supplies you can make! When it comes to anti-wrinkle moisturizer, this is a must-have DIY recipe that’s easy to create with fabulous results! ITEMS: – 4 oz mason jar – 1/4 cup of raw shea butter – 1 tablespoon of organic […]