DIY Spa Day with InstaNatural

DIY spa days every once in a while are lots of fun.  You can enjoy some of the relaxing parts of the spa in the comfort of your own home while saving hundreds of dollars.  The pinnacle of my spa rituals is a good mud mask.  My latest fave is the Dead Sea Mud Mask from InstaNatural.  I started using some of InstaNatural's most popular products last month and have enjoyed the benefits.  The Dead Sea Mud Mask is an easy detox for your skin.  As the mask dries on your face, this premium mixture of mud and nourishing natural ingredients extracts excess oil and improves the appearance of fine lines.     

After about 15 minutes, I rinse off the mud with warm water to reveal soft skin.  I then use the Youth Express Eye Gel for my dark circles and puffy eyes.  If you want some extra cooling, pop it in the fridge for a few minutes before use.

Another InstaNatural face product I like is the Retinol moisturizer, which is made to even out skin texture and pigmentation.  It's potent and gentle.  However, I don't recommend using it at the same time as the eye gel if you have sensitive skin like I do.

Here are some tips and products I like for relaxation.  Happy spa day!

• Take a bubble bath with some aromatherapy suds to reduce stress.
• Lavender always makes me feel relaxed.
• While I do a face mask, I also like to deep condition my hair with a mask like InstaNatural's Argan Oil mask.
• Chilled cucumbers on the eyes are super-refreshing. 

Natural Beauty Counts: InstaNatural Skin and Haircare

My latest skincare discovery of 2015 is InstaNatural, a line of organic and affordable skin and hair products.  I'm a big fan of cosmetics and skincare so I'm up for trying anything, especially when the products are healthy and not full of chemicals.  I've been testing a range of products from InstaNatural for the past few weeks and here's what I've experienced.   

About 80% of women have stretch marks, including myself.  I grew way too fast for my skin to catch up and I've never found a product that really gives me long-term results.  I started using InstaNatural's Stretch Mark Cream about a month ago and have noticed a difference.  Of course, with products like this it often takes months to see significant improvements, but so far so good.  I like the consistency of the cream - it's not too heavy or greasy.  Plus, the price is awesome!  Finding a product like this for around $20 for a good-sized bottle is pretty much impossible.  This cream is also great for fading scars, which I have my fair share of as a klutz.  

InstaNatural's Cellulite Cream is also another interesting product offered on Amazon.  This cream is great for little touch-ups, and it works.  It has caffeine and retinol, the key ingredients for an effective cellulite cream.  Again, the price is excellent.  The only negatives are the strong scent and the thickness, but these qualities aren't bad enough for me to stop using it.   

I've heard a lot about Argan oil for soft and shiny hair, and I'm sure you have too.  I LOVE the InstaNatural Argan Oil Hair Mask.  Use this once a week for 5 to 15 minutes to deep condition your hair and get silky strands.  Argan oil is also beneficial for skin.  Swipe some of the serum on your hair to prevent frizz or on your face to improve the appearance of acne and scars.

A good vitamin C serum is helpful for treating most skin ailments.  Its most notable features include correcting wrinkles and skin discoloration.  This one's a no-brainer, everyone needs this in their beauty bags.  

InstaNatural products are available on Amazon.  And of course, if you have Amazon Prime you get free shipping on InstaNatural products.
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Natural Vitamin C Glow with Valentia Skincare

Lately I've taken an interest in being aware of taking better care of my skin.  It's tempting to pick up the products with the pretty packaging or low price that doesn't give you the results you want.  You'll get it all with a new face serum by Valentia Skincare.  Sometimes it's hard to tell what's real and what's full of chemicals.  Valentia Even Glow Serum contains vitamin C.  It literally smells like oranges!  This lightweight antioxidant serum makes my face look more glowy.  It melts into my skin quickly and leaves my face smooth and without an oily residue.  I've struggled with dark circles under my eyes and have read that vitamin C helps this issue as well.  I also like that it contains green tea extract, which has naturally anti-inflammatory properties.  There's definitely a noticeable difference in my skin.  I'm looking forward to using this product long-term to continue my skin-bettering routine!   

So there's only so much I can say about Valentia.  Purchase a bottle on Amazon for $35.  It's Prime eligible for two-day free shipping.  Hundreds of customers give Valentia 5 stars!  Be the next one to improve your glow. 

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DermOne Dallas Free Healthy Skin Checks

Dr. Carolyn Kim talks to media personality Roni Proter

Let's get serious for a moment, stylistas.  Did you know that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the US?  And in DFW, 20% of people will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.  That's a scary thought.  But lucky for us, national dermatology provider DermOne has recently announced the grand opening of 5 DFW locations.  They do everything a normal dermatologist does but more importantly, they are known for providing excellent skin cancer screening with a quick turn-around on biopsy results.

In honor of the new DFW locations, DermOne is offering 500 free healthy skin checks to DFW residents until February 28.  This is a total value of $80,000 (wow!).  To make your appointment at one of the 5 DFW locations near you, call (888)-881-1626 and mention "Healthy Skin DFW."

Natural Skincare = Kiss My Face!

With more freezing weather and Valentine's Day coming up, I thought you might like to know about some natural skincare products that have helped to nourish my skin this season.  Kiss My Face is an all-natural brand that covers every skincare and beauty need under the sun.  I'll be honest, I usually don't associate "natural" with "glamour."  This is definitely not the case with Kiss My Face.  The two Kiss My Face products I've tried have helped me achieve the great skin I need as a foundation for all of the primping I do!

The Olive & Aloe Moisturizer for sensitive skin is so convenient because it's gentle enough to use on your face, hands, and body.  It doesn't leave a greasy layer of residue - your skin will literally drink up this stuff.  I use it as a makeup primer, especially when my skin needs a little more moisture.    

The organic "Sliced Peach" lip balm has a soothing, aromatherapy-like scent.  I use it to get those kissable lips that are so hard to keep during winter!

Kiss My Face doesn't have to hide behind artificial dyes and chemicals to be fabulous.  I learned that natural is beautiful.  Find Kiss My Face products at your local natural market stores and online.  They even sell them at my alma mater, Ursuline Academy of Dallas!  

PS: Kiss My Face has a line of really cute Valentine's Day products.  Check it out on their website!

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