DIY Mineral Mud Mask

I love using this homemade Mineral Mud Mask.  It is like escaping to a spa, without leaving home.

The Dead Sea Mineral Mud in this recipe is not the same kind of mud you may find in your backyard.  All I find in my Florida backyard is sand.  ;o)  Dead Sea Mineral Mud is loaded with wonderful rich elements, that include Dead Sea salts and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium.

Mineral Mud Mask

Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon of Dead Sea Mineral Mud
2-3 Drops of Spearmint Essential Oil
3-4 Drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
3-4 Drops of Frankincense Essential Oil
Directions:
In small bowl combine the dead sea mud and essential oils.  Mix well to combine the oils with the mud.
Instructions:
Apply a thin layer directly on your face, avoiding your eyes, nose and lips.  Leave this on for a intensive moisturizing treat for up to 15 minutes.  Rinse and wash the mask away with warm water and a soft cloth.  Follow up with your favorite toner and facial moisturizer.

Results:

In just a few minutes after applying this mask I feel a tingling effect.  As the mud starts to dry, I feel my face tightening.  After I wash the mud treatment off my face, I am always happy with the results.  My face looks fresher, brighter, smoother and is super soft.  

Tips:

• Rosemary essential oil can help wake up tired or mature skin, helping it appear healthier and younger looking.
• Frankincense oil is one of the best essential oils for your face, as it helps to keep your skin looking youthful and firm.
• Applying a facial mask 1-2 times per week can drastically improve the quality of your complexion.
• This mud mask is lightly exfoliating and unclogs pores.
• If you have oily skin or acne add a spoon full of green clay to this recipe to draw out the oily and impurities.
• After you remove this mask spray your face and neck with Facial Toner, and apply Shea Butter Facial Lotion to restore a natural balance.
• Dead Sea Mineral Mud is available for purchased in my Etsy Shop.

Thanks for stopping in and visiting my blog.  I am happy that you visited my little corner of the web, and I hope that you will stop by often.
Smiles, Paula


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DIY Tinted Mint Lip Gloss

It is now that time of the year when the cold weather hits, and our lips seem to get dry and chapped. Nobody likes to have rough, dry or chapped lips. So today we are making some homemade lip gloss. Let’s get busy!
Beware!  This lip balm will make your lips super soft, moisturized, and totally kissable, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Making your own lip gloss may seem really complex, right? Wrong! It is fairly simple and inexpensive to make lip balm at home. It would be complicated if you were adding tons of chemicals like the store bought brands.  My homemade lip gloss is made of all natural ingredients, smells fantastic and is edible.

DIY Tinted Mint Lip Gloss
Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon of Coconut Oil
1 Teaspoon Sweet Almond Oil
1 Tablespoon Cocoa Butter
1 Teaspoon of Beeswax
1/2 Teaspoon of Cocoa Powder
1/2 Teaspoon of Powdered Mineral Makeup
2 Drops of Vitamin E Oil
1-2 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Instructions:
Place coconut oil, sweet almond oil, cocoa butter and beeswax in a small microwave safe glass container. Then carefully melt in the microwave.  Using a small spoon or spatula, slowly add the cocoa powder, mineral makeup, and vitamin E oil.  Let the mixture cool for a few minutes, then drop in the peppermint essential oil.  Stir well, and pour into small containers of your choice.
Directions:
Apply with your finger or a small brush on your lips.
Tips:

• Coconut oil is soothing and healing on the lips.
• Cocoa butter and  vitamin E oil can be found at most drugstores or health food stores.
• The peppermint essential oil will give your lips a cooling and refreshing feeling.
• Peppermint is also know to help plump up the lips, so you will look great.
• If you feel that this lip gloss recipe is runny, simply remelt and add more beeswax.

I hope that you enjoy this do it yourself lip gloss recipe.
Smiles, Paula

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DIY Blueberry Face Mask

I believe in the power of feeding your skin,

just like you feed your body with healthy food.

I have truly found that I have everything I need, it is right

in my own kitchen to help keep my skin beautiful and healthy.

I love blueberries,  I often enjoy them on my oatmeal and yogurt.

Did you know?

Blueberries are packed with powerful antioxidants

that are wonderful for the skin.

Antioxidants target free radicals,

which can wreak havoc on your skin.

By using this fresh blueberry face mask, you’ll improve

your skin tone and prevent signs of aging.

It smells super yummy, when applied to your face.

DIY Blueberry Face Mask

Ingredients:
8 to 10 Blueberries
1 Tablespoon of Plain Yogurt
1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice
Instructions:
Mash or blend the blueberries, then stir in the yogurt and lemon juice.
Directions:
To use, after cleansing, spread the entire mixture over your face and neck.  Leave on for about 15 minutes, then rinse well with warm water and pat your face dry.
Tips:

• You can use frozen blueberries.
• Blueberries tighten the skin, and reduces lines or wrinkles.
• Blueberries are known to Improve skin tone, texture, lines and give one a younger appearance.

Thanks for following along with me on my journey exploring

wholesome living, nourishing foods,

and natural alternatives to skin care.

The wonderful thing is that all of my DIY recipes

are made for just pennies on the dollar.

Don’t you just love being frugal?

Smiles, Paula


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