Skin 101: Weekend Masking

Weekends are usually my time to revamp, pamper and just provide a little maintenance of my physical self.  My weeks can get pretty cray so, by Thursday/Friday-ish my nails might be chippin' and my hair is a frizzy mess.  Also, having oily skin calls for a mask or facial of some sort every few days .

My current fave skin mask is Aztec Indian Healing Clay mixed with a few teaspoons of Bragg's apple cider vinegar. I have tried other clay masks and this one is still my go-to!  I can really see a difference in how my skin feels and looks when I use it weekly.

I mix both ingredients into a plastic bowl and slather it on not too thick.  I do some cooking, answer some emails or even some laundry (if I'm feeling energetic. Ha!)  After about fifteen minutes, my face is gently pulsating and the clay gets really tight and cracked-looking.  I love that I can feel it working to get the oil and toxins out of my pores!

What are the products that are sure to leave your skin healthy and glowing?

{Guest Post} DIY Detoxifying Clay Masque

by Scarlett of Wonder Curl

Sundays are my spa day and giving myself facials is always on the top of my list of pampering. After much research into ingredients as well as banging around my pantry to see what I have, I created this recipe that I think will do the trick.

The main ingredient in this DIY face mask is Bentonite clay. Bentonite has many benefits and when mixed with water and applied to the skin’s surface, its molecules become charged and draw out toxins from beneath the skin. It’s perfect for acne prone skin. It includes Lavender which is known to be anti-inflammatory and stimulates circulation. Almond meal is used to exfoliate and a few capsules of activated charcoal has purifying properties.

You will need:
2-3 tbsp Bentonite Clay
1 tbsp Ground Dried Lavender
1 tbsp Almond Meal
3-4 capsules of Activated Charcoal

You’ll want to use a plastic or wooden spoon when handling the ingredients as the clay and charcoal have electrical attraction. When you’re ready to use, just scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and mix with water to make a paste. If you’re looking to be extra special, use rose water which has tons of benefits.

Add ribbon, a tag and even a pendant and it makes a great gift!

Sunday Chronicles: Face Masks, Falcons, and Relaxation

After a hellified week (yes, I made that word up) of work, researching, dealing with obstacles and working out I really look forward to the weekend.  Sadly, I usually still use the weekend to do the aforementioned things but, I take time out to take care of me too.  I do my nails, put on a face mask and do something to my hair. It's amazing how just these three things can make me feel like a new woman again!

This Sunday I am also watching the Falcons game and doing a quick 10-minute ab workout I found on Youtube.  Check it out here

 This stuff is the truth! It works wonders for my skin.

This Sunday I am also watching the Falcons game (I root for them because I live in the 'A' but, the NY Giants are my team!!) and doing a quick 10-minute ab workout I found on Youtube.  Check it out here

Always take time out for you. You won't be able to give your best if you don't feel and look your best! 

What do you do on the weekends?