Nikola Sarcevic - Vila Rada

This song touches my soul! I'm a HUGE music buff so I'll be sharing some of my favorite songs on here!

DIY Blueberry Face Mask

Ingredients: 

1/2 cup of blueberries

1 tablespoon of glycerine

1 teaspoon of purified water

2 tablespoons of clay powder

7-8 drops of lavender oil

15 drops of tea tree oil

Tools: 

spoon and fork for mixing & mashing

a strainer 

a bowl 

an airtight container to store the mask in

measuring cup 

Instructions:

 1.) Add 1/2 cup of blueberries to bowl and mash lightly with spoon. 

 2.) Add 1 tablespoon of glycerine

 3.) Add lavender, tea tree oil, and water.

 4.) Mix ingredients with a spoon and mash vigorously with a fork. 

5.) Use a strainer to extract the blueberry skins leaving only a small amount in the mixture. 

 6.) Add 2 tablespoons of clay powder and mix well. 

7.) Finished product will look like this! Store in airtight container, keep in fridge. 

I use a coconut oil hair treatment weekly so this avocado recipe is a good change. It moisturizes dead ends and nourishes entire hair leaving is soft and shiny.

Benefit of Hair Mask:

Besides restoring damaged/dry hair, this hair mask encourages growth & thickness.

Coconut milk adds volume, and the protein in the milk helps in preventing hair loss.

Both coconut oil & avocado oil having many beneficial hair care properties.

Avocado oil stimulates the hair follicles thus restoring and nourishing it.   

Coconut oil enhances shine, encourages hair growth, & restores split ends.

Ingredients:

1 avocado

1/4 cup of coconut milk

1 tbs. avocado oil or coconut oil

Instructions:

1.) Mash up avocado with a fork.

2.) Mash up well until the entire mixture is clump free.  

 3.) Pour 1/4 cup of coconut milk into bowl .

 4.) Add 1 tablespoon of oil.

 5.) Mix all contents together well.

6.) Mask will be complete once mixture is thick.

ENJOY!

How to Apply Hair Mask:

Section off hair into 3-4 parts. 

Scoop out hair mask with spoon, poor into hand and rub mask into hair. Start at the end, move your way up to the hair line. 

Once section of hair is covered with mask, use a thick comb to evenly distribute contents.

Once all sections are complete, grab ends and use the rest of the mask to massage and focus on split ends.

Twist hair into a bun and leave mask in hair for at least 20 minutes. For maximum results, leave in overnight.    

Tips:

*To avoid mess: Apply hair mask over sink or while in the shower & use hair cap.

*To encourage hair growth: Leave mask on as long as possible. The longer the hair mask stays in, the longer the benefits.

*Massage hair mask into the hair well before twisting hair into a bun.

*Leave the most amount of content on the ends.



 

This is my favorite facial cleaner ever! It's fun, flavorful, and packed with ingredients that gently exfoliate and nurture the skin. It's super easy to make and you can find all the ingredients at your local health store.

Benefit of Cleanser:
Exfoliates skin without harshness.
Contains all natural and fresh ingredients. No added chemicals that are usually added to preserve product.
Glycerine & safflower oil work hard to lock in moisture.

Ingredients:

 1/2 cup corn flour

1/4 cup glycerine

2 tbs. corn meal

2 1/2 tbs. clay powder

2 tbs. safflower oil

1/4 tsp. vanilla extra

1/4 tsp. cinnamon powder

1/4 cup popcorn

Instructions:

1.) Measure the flour, corn meal, clay powder, and cinnamon powder.

2.) Place these contents in a large mixing bowl.

3.) Mix together well with a spoon.

4.) Add content into a blender or food processor.

5.) Grind until content is very fine and place contents back into mixing bowl. 

6.) Measure Safflower Oil, Glycerine, & Vanilla Extract.

7.) Pour contents into bowl and mix well with spoon.  

8.) Mix until contents form a thick clump of paste.

9.) Add fresh popcorn to contents and mix well.

10.) Place finished product in an air tight container.
ENJOY! 

Tips:
*To use: Grab a small amount in hand, add water to hand and mix together until mixture becomes a creamy paste. Add to face by scrubbing a circular motion for at least 3 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
*After cleansing, apply toner & moisturizer.
*Keep in fridge.
*Last between 4-6 weeks.
*Depending on the type of clay you use, your finished product's color may differ.
*Gentle enough to use everyday.
*Can also be used as a body cleanser.

 

I combined my two favorite scrubs: Lemon & Sugar Cookie to create this amazing treat that smells great while gently exfoliating skin for an ultimate treat!

 

 

 

 

Benefits of Scrub:

The blended sugars have wonderful exfoliation properties that help to remove dead skin cells.

The coconut oil helps to moisturize the freshly scrubbed skin leaving it softer than before.

 

Ingredients:

1 cup white sugar

1 cup brown sugar

1 tbs. lemon juice or extract

1tbs. vanilla extract

1 cup coconut oil

 

Instructions:

1.) In a bowl, combine brown sugar, vanilla extract and 1/2 a cup of coconut oil.

2.) In another bowl, combine white sugar, lemon juice, and the rest of the coconut oil.

3.) Combine both contents together.

4.) Mix well.

5.) Pour contents into a mason jar.

6.) Enjoy!

 

Tips:

*For an extra lemon zest use a lemon & a grader to extract the lemon skin & add contents to scrub.

*For a thicker consistency, add a few more tablespoons of either white sugar, brown sugar, or a little bit of both.

*Mix contents with a stick to combine the ingredients well before each use.

*For sanitation purposes  & to avoid waste, scoop out a small amount with a spoon into a plastic bowl before each use.

*Works great as a gift, just add a ribbon.

*If using as a gift, combine with fresh made cookies for a sugar themed gift.

Girl Named Toby - Holding A Heart [with lyrics]

This is a MUST LISTEN SONG. Very Beautiful and Emotional Song featuring lyrics. I first discovered it while watching 90210 (s5 e10) and it has also been featured on One Tree Hill and The Vampire Diaries. 

DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Chocolate Cupcake Face Mask Recipe

 

This mask is a guaranteed treat: It's like having a cupcake without the guilt! 

Benefits of Mask:
Smells brings aromatherapy qualities.
Ingredients are common household products.
Yogurt has anti-aging qualities such as repairing acne/dark spots.
Cocoa is rich in anti-antioxidants making skins appearance more youthful.
Beauty Oil helps to soothe skin and lock in moisture.

Ingredients: 
1/4 Cup of Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/2 Cup Greek Yogurt  (Vanilla or Unsweetened)
1 tsp. Honey
1/2 tsp. Vitamin E or Beauty Oil of your Choice

Instructions: 
1.) Combine yogurt and cocoa powder in a mixing bowl.
2.) Add honey and oil.
3.) Mix all ingredients well with spoon.
4.) Place content in a plastic container.
5.) Place on face for 10 minutes or until dry.
6.) Store in fridge.

Tips:
*Last between 7-9 days.
*Gentle enough to use everyday.
*Use a cosmetic wedge to apply.
*Apply to neck as well.
*Use a makeup remover towelette to remove for less mess.
*Rinse face well to make sure mask is completely removed.
*Apply moisturizer immediately to clean skin to lock in nutrients from the mask.
*Makes enough to throw an impromptu face mask party! 

I hope you share and enjoy this mask with friends and family. 

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