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5 Steps to Cure Oily Skin

April 26, 2012 By Cortney 1 Comment

Oily skin can be tough to deal with. Whether you have an oily T-Zone or an all around oily complexion. I’ve compiled some useful tips to help control oil and keep your face matte. Enjoy!

1) Use a Mattifying Moisturizer: These are designed specifically with oily skin types in mind. They give you the moisture you need without contributing to excess oil on the face. Generally they are the same price as your average moisturizer.

2) Double your Cleansing: Washing your face twice a day is generally safe for oily skin types. For obvious reasons this helps cut back on oil production and helps balance out your skin. Pay close attention though- if your face begins to look dry (even with a sheen) you need to tone down the cleansing to once a day and decrease your toner usage. If you don’t follow this rule, you could end up with more oil production than when you started!

3) Use Masks and Clays: This is a step many people find to be “extra” or going over the top with skincare. However, using a mask or Clay can improve your skin ten-fold. Keep in mind that these too can dry out the skin, so be sure to use the recommended amount and stick to “problem areas”.

4) Keep Blotting Papers On Hand: This is a step many people skip, but blotting papers are a very cost affective way to remove dirt and oily throughout the day. They don’t take up very much space in a purse or makeup bag and men can fold a few and stock their wallets with them.

5) DIY Facials: I know, I know. There is a touch of self promotion here- but I can’t help it. I really do love Fruit Facials! It’s so fun to make new ones and learn about benefits you never knew were sitting right in your kitchen. Not to mention they are such a great alternative for sensitive skin types. You know exactly what you’re applying to your face and you still get amazing benefits.

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Be sure to comment and let me know your secrets for controlling oily skin!

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DIY Fruit Facial Friday: On The Go

March 20, 2012 By Cortney 3 Comments

I’m happy to announce: Fruit Facial Fridays are back by popular demand! Unfortunately YouTube has been having some (very inconvenient) technical difficulties so this Fruit Facial Friday is being posted on Tuesday instead of last Friday

Why do an at home Fruit Facial?:

When you do your own Fruit Facials, you can be sure that you are only using the best ingredients on your skin. NO additives, Nothing Artificial, Just Sheer ingredients. I’ve sworn by my Fruit Facials for years. I have different ones for all skin types and you can check back every Friday to see new ones. I honestly think these do more for my skin than any store-bought product i’ve ever tried. And the best part is that most of my ingredients are VERY affordable. Once you try these, you will fall in love. Your friends will all be asking why you have such amazing skin

The great thing about this Fruit Facial is that it is designed with the busy girl (or guy!) in mind. You don’t need a blender , you don’t have to heat anything up, and you only need 3 ingredients! Suitable for all skin types. Just follow a few simple steps and you’re good to go!

To see the video click here. Or here to see past Fruit Facial Fridays.

Be sure to watch my video on how to prep your skin before one of my Fruit Facials.

What You Will Need:

A bowl to mix ingredients
Measuring spoons
A fork or any mashing/ mixing tool

Ingredients:

1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
1/2 Teaspoon honey
About 2 inches of a ripe banana.

Instructions:

Mash up banana in your bowl of choice until you have a chunky paste. It doesn’t have to be perfectly smooth.
Add 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
Next add 1/2 Teaspoon honey
Mix until well blended.
Immediately apply your Fruit Facial to a small patch of your (clean, makeup free) face. Wait for about 5 minutes to make sure that you don’t have any bad reactions to the facial (Occasionally people will have reactions to even the most natural ingredients, so it’s important to follow this step).
Next, gently apply the fruit facial to the rest of your face and neck area.
Leave on for about 10-15 minutes (or even 5 if you’re in a big hurry)
Gently rinse your face with luke warm water until the Fruit Facial mixture is completely gone. Pat dry.

It’s really amazing to see how well these work to repair and improve skin.

Please comment and let me know how you liked your Fruit Facial!

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5 Reasons Men Should Practice Good Skincare

March 12, 2012 By Cortney 6 Comments

In our society, men are still made to feel that taking care of their skin is somehow de-masculating or feminine. I think that’s just silly. Since when is acne considered a macho trait? I’ve never heard Arnold Schwarzenegger endorsing it. Just like us ladies, men are going to feel more confident in themselves if they’re happy with their appearance. And while we’re on the subject, just because a guy starts taking care of his skin doesn’t mean he is about to run out and purchase a wig and a dress for friday night.

So fellas, if you haven’t already started, look into pampering yourself with exfoliation, toning, and moisturizing. It’s a lot of fun once you start

Why men should take care of their skin:

Aging: Just like women, men’s skin ages. Using products that take care of your skin can improve and prevent the signs of aging. Would you rather look like Harrison Ford at age 68 or Kurt Russell at 61. Once upon a time women were lining up to see Kurt Russell, but it looks like one too many trips to the beach without sunblock has taken it’s toll. However, You STILL here women mentioning Harrison’s good looks today. (who is 7 years older than Kurt by the way)
You’ll Feel Better About Yourself: We all get a little self conscious if we experience a break out or dark under eye circles. When you take care of yourself, you feel a lot better walking around performing day to day activities.
Your Friends Will Be Jealous: Not that life is one big competition, but it’s nice to get a compliment every now and then. Your friends (guys and girls!) are all going to ask what your secret is.
Your Girlfriend Will Thank you: This can be a fun thing you two will have in common. Something new to shop for and also a new conversation piece about the pros and cons of your skincare products. Besides, with your new clean and fresh face whenever you meet someone important in her life, she will have the benefit of hearing how nice your skin is once you leave. (believe me, these conversations do happen. Often.) Everyone wants bragging rights, right?
Attract more Women: It’s no secret, women are suckers for a pretty skin and a nice bright smile. I’m sure you’ve heard a sigh or two after the names Taylor Lautner, Denzel Washington, or Zac Efron are mentioned. Part of the reason is their great skin. If you’re on the market for a new lady friend, this could be a great way to attract her eye.