Skincare

Vanilla Latte Coffee Scrub Recipe I love the smell of coffee, and I love drinking coffee ( with butter! ). But it turns out that coffee grounds also make a great body scrub. Not only does it remove dead skin cells, but it can help reduce the appearance of cellulite. Coffee Scrub For Healthier Skin Coffee beans are full of antioxidants and also have benefits when used externally. I’ve even made a  coffee-infused  under-eye  cream  to perk up tired eyes. So, how can a coffee body scrub help with your skincare routine? Massaging the skin helps stimulate blood and lymphatic flow. This increase in circulation can help  reduce cellulite,  improve circulation and cellular detox, and make skin feel smoother. Coffee also has antioxidants that help with excess free radicals and has a tigthening effect thanks to its astringent properties. If you have dry skin, you’ll want to be sure to drink  hydrating minerals,  but scrubs can still be part of your body car...

              DIY Moisturizing Matte Lipstick There’s something timeless about  a good lipstick.  A single swipe can make you feel put together in seconds, even on the most casual day. I love having a few natural shades on hand that feel comfortable to wear and don’t require much thought. This simple DIY matte lipstick has become one of my favorites. It’s made with nourishing butters, waxes, and oils for a smooth texture and a soft, matte finish. The formula glides on easily and gives just enough color without feeling heavy or dry. Once you get the hang of it, making your own lipstick is quick, easy, and surprisingly satisfying. Why Make Lipstick at Home? There’s something satisfying about making your own everyday essentials. Lipstick might seem like a small thing, but crafting it yourself turns it into a mindful process. You get to choose the color, look, and even the scent. In the past, I’ve experimented with homemade lipstick and created s...

  DIY Hair Growth Serum (and What Really Helps Hair Grow) When our body starts to feel overwhelmed by stress, illness, or  shifting hormones , one of the first places we can see it is our hair. Hormones affect nearly every aspect of health, and I’ve certainly seen the connection between hormones and hair growth firsthand. After many years of pregnancy, nursing, and  thyroid challenges,  my body was tired. I remember standing at the bathroom mirror after years of elevated hormones from pregnancy and nursing. The postpartum hair loss finally hit… and boy did it ever. I addressed the stress and hormone imbalance, and the hair loss slowed. But I still wanted something to help new hair grow more quickly and protect my scalp and hair. This homemade hair growth serum is the result. Some women go to a dermatologist or beautician for hair concerns. I tend to go to my pantry. Like my homemade  sea salt spray , this DIY hair serum for growth is affordable and uses nou...