Winter Skin Care Essentials and Must Have's

Hey Guys...

In London it has been so cold with freezing winds so I have been trying to change up my skincare to ensure my skin remains soft and supple throughout this weather!

If you follow me on my Twitter or Instagram pages you will see a few familiar products.... ;-)

 

1. Biona Virgin Organic Raw Coconut Oil - This is just a Holy Grail product of life, for skin, hair, internal health, EVERYTHING. I will be doing a separate post on this pot of gold so keep an eye out for that. For the purpose of this post I like to add a few scoops of this bad boy to my bath which leaves my skin super hydrated and soft. Also, I use this as a cleanser if my skin is feeling extra sensitive, it removes make up, hydrates skin and eliminates skin conditions.

2. L'Occitane Shea Butter - Now...this product is amazing, it is organic, pure and by a brand you know you can trust! With added vitamin E you know your skin is looked after, after a good bath with the Coconut Oil I smother the Shea Butter all over my skin, let it sink in and then jump into bed! When using this after the Coconut Oil...nothing will make your skin feel more moisturised and nourished.

3. Rosehip Oil - This is also something I will be doing a full blog post on. Rosehip Oil is a wonder product, with its high content of Vitamin A it will assist with cell regeneration and promote elasticity and its Vitamin E content will encourage healthy skin. It will brighten up dull skin caused by the strong winds and dropping temperatures to leave you glowing even in the winter! I use this after cleansing my face before my moisturiser.

4. Super Facialist by Una Brennan Vitamin C+ Brighten, Skin Renew Cleansing Oil - This is a recent find for me whilst strolling the shelves of Boots. It is now my favourite cleansing oil, it makes my skin soft, moisturised and glowing! With its high vitamin C content it promotes cell renewal, reduces the appearance of dark spots, helps to even skin tone and boosts healthy collagen production for firmer skin...a very good find!

5. GlamGlow ThirstyMud Hydration Treatment - This product is amazing, I mean all of the GlamGlow face masks are, but this face mask is one of my fave's for sure when it comes to moisture and hydration. I love the fact you just wipe off the excess with a cotton pad and let the rest soak into the skin for a deep treatment. I only use this at night or on days I wont be wearing makeup so I can let the residue really sink in.

6. Lush Lip Scrub in Bubblegum - Don't neglect your lips people! Seriously this scrub is so good! It's all natural and smells just like bubblegum! I use it a few times a week and then add some Coconut Oil to my lips after for moisture.

Check out my Instagram and Twitter pages for more until next time.

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Natural Hair Care - A super deep conditioner mix for curly hair

Hey guys,

It's getting pretty cold here in London Town and I'm starting to feel my hair getting drier and drier - which is no bueno!

I have put together an easy peasy recipe for a deep conditioner, to help your curls gain and retain the well needed moisture to survive this cold, windy weather.

Here goes:
It's simple, I have taken 3 really good, well known deep conditioners that are widely available and mixed them together to create a super strength, deep conditioner.

You will need:

• Motions CPR Treatment conditioner
• SheaMoisture's Black Castor Oil Treatment Masque
• Aussie's 3 Minute Miracle Hair Reconstructor
• Optional - Organic Raw Coconut Oil

I use 3 heaped tablespoons of each conditioner and mix it all together in an old SheaMoisture tub - simple!

I then co-wash my hair with lukewarm water and use my trusty Denman brush to detangle, I detangle my hair when it is dripping wet in the shower starting at the tip and working my way up to the roots. Honestly this does not take long at all thanks to the Denman brush - it takes me 3 minutes max!

I then take the conditioner mix and generously coat each and every strand of hair, my hair is pretty long and thick so to make it easier I part my hair in 2, depending on the texture and length of your hair you can part it into more sections or no sections at all - whatever is easiest for you! Just make sure each strand of hair is coated.

I then twist my hair into a loose top knot and pin it there to stop it from falling down, cover with a disposable plastic cap (to generate steam) and leave it in for at least 6 hours but if you only have 30 minutes then that is better than nothing, or alternatively leave it on over night for a really good treatment.

After your time is up wash it out thoroughly with just below lukewarm water and add your leave in products. I like to use the Cantu Shea Butter leave in conditioner, detangle  gently and then use my organic raw coconut oil to seal in all the moisture.

Using this treatment, will have your hair looking and feeling strong, long and able to sustain the upcoming icy, cold and frosty weather.

Let me know when you have tried this mix and how your hair felt afterwards...until next time you can catch me on Twitter or Instagram.

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