summer skin treatment

Get the red out. Cucumbers' natural anti-inflammatories calm and soothe skin reddened by rosacea or sunburn. "Place thin, cold slices on the 'butterfly' region of your face, starting around your nose and spreading out onto your cheeks -- or anywhere there's redness," says Dr. Wechsler. After a 15-minute lie-down, remove, then apply a light moisturizer.

In a blender, barely puree half a cucumber and 2–3 tablespoons of plain yogurt -- it should be thick, not drippy. Pat all over your face and neck, sit back for about 15 minutes, then rinse, and relish how good your skin feels.

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NATURE IS THE ART OF GOD .
- dante alighieri

mint body powder

this light body powder will keep you cool and refreshed on hot summer days .

1/2 tsp peppermint essential oil

1 tsp witch hazel extract

1 cup cornstarch

mix together oil , witch hazel and cornstarch in a sealable container .

shake gently until powder is mixed well .

pour into clean shaker container .

sprinkle on skin .

Yummy !

clif bars are another awesome , good for you treat that i keep in my cupboard . they are 70 % organic , have 23 vitamins and minerals , have no trans fats and are high in protein and fiber . they are a great energy booster if you are just working in the yard all day , going on a 10 mile hike or camping .

my favorites are chocolate almond fudge and cool mint chocolate . they have tons of great flavors and other goodies here that i can't wait to try !

Chamomile

german chamomile ( matricaria recutita ) is a good herb to have around the house for its many uses . it can help treat sleep disorders , anxiety , poor digestion , colic , inflammation and wound healing .

it is thought to have anti-inflammatory , antibacterial , anti fungal and antiseptic properties . it has been recommended for water retention , blood clots , muscle tension , depressed immune system , upset stomach and irritable bowels .

one study reported that chamomile helps antibiotics work better when it comes to clearing up bladder infections . another study showed that it was superior to hydrocortisone for easing skin inflammation .

chamomile is related to ragweed so if you are allergic to ragweed you will probably want to avoid chamomile too . if you are taking blood thinners avoid chamomile because it can enhance the effects of your medication .

you can purchase some dried german and roman chamomile here .

I BELIEVE THAT THERE IS A SUBTLE
MAGNETISM IN NATURE WHICH ,
IF WE UNCONSCIOUSLY YIELD
TO IT , WILL DIRECT US
ARIGHT.
-henry david thoreau

tea tree oil

here's a little info on another essential oil i use on a daily basis , tea tree .
this oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of the melaleuca alternifolia , a plant native to australia .

it is antibacterial , antifungal , and antiviral . it helps sooth poison ivy , bug bites , ear infections , boils , and sunburn .

it is effective against acne , black heads , athlete's foot , dandruff , nail fungus , lice , ring worm , mites , scabies and mosquitoes .

it is said to have pain killing and wound healing properties .

caution : do not use if pregnant or breast feeding , topical use only do not take internally .

here is a great antibacterial spray that i use alot during cold and flu season . i also use tea tree oil in my facial lotion and add a few drops to my clay masks .

crispy cat

so , i went to the mustard seed ( health food store ) and came across these goodies . crispy cat's are an all organic candy bar and they are dairy free , gluten free , non GMO , all natural , and no preservatives . i 've had the toasted almond and the mint coconut , yummy ! they're definitely my new favorite treat . check em out here crispy cat .

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green bags

today was a rainy wet day so the kids got to paint their canvas bags . i did mason's because he was more interested in the xbox , but the art work is based on pictures he drew . it's just another fun way to teach the kids to go green . i bought these bags for a little over a dollar ( a pack of 3 ) from pat catan's .

EARTH'S CRAMMED WITH HEAVEN ,
AND EVERY COMMON BUSH
AFIRE WITH GOD .

- elizabeth barret browning

dangers of vitamin A

your body needs vitamin A but you can also be ingesting to much when it comes to your daily vitamin supplement . you should only be taking less than 2,500 IUs a day . any more than that can hurt new bone growth , age you quicker , increase the risk of liver and lung cancer and cirrhosis .
always make sure that it is the beta carotene form of vitamin A that you are consuming . fyi - you cannot OD on the food sources of vitamin A .

when i found out this info , i checked out my supplements i was taking and they had triple the amount of vitamin A that i was suppose to have and the kids had double . needless to say we switched .

why you need it - it's good for eyes , skin , bones , and immune system .

read here for important info on natural vs. synthetic vitamins .

i started taking Dr.ben kim's greens over a month ago . it is organic and wild crafted and you don't have worry about overdosing on any vitamins or synthetic fillers . i love this stuff and here's why.

- i've suffered with acne for over 12 yrs and have tried everything under the sun to clear it up .
nothing worked , not proactive , doctors , diet , pills , etc . but these greens have been clearing up my skin steadily since i've started taking them .

-it's made my head aches and stomach aches go away within minutes of taking it .

-i have energy all day long and have no need for caffeine at all anymore .

- helps my food cravings .

-and has helped my out of whack hormones regulate .

i encourage everyone to try this stuff especially if you're into taking your vitamins daily . i dont have to worry about taking 5 - 10 different vitamins a day , i just drink my greens every day and feel better than i've felt in a long time .
my mom and my grandma have started taking them too and love em as much as i do ! oh yeah my kids now take animal parade children's chewables super fruits and kid greenz .

shea butter

another one of my favorite products is shea butter . here' s the reasons why - it has been used to help heal burns , sores , scars , dermatitis , dandruff , and stretch marks . it may also help diminish wrinkles by moisturizing skin and promoting cell renewal and increasing circulation . it can also be used as a hair conditioner , make up remover , or as treatment for cuts , scrapes , sunburns , and diaper rash , it may also help treat eczema and psoriasis .

shea butter contains cinnamic acid , which helps protect skin from uv rays . it protects the skin from both environmental and free radical damage . it contains vitamin e and a and has demonstrated antimicrobial and anti - inflammatory properties .

when purchasing shea butter always buy 100% pure unrefined shea butter because it retains all the natural vitamins . all shea butter products are not created equal , some products contain considerable amounts of additives and very little shea butter .

caution : shea butter is not recommended for people with latex and nut allergies .

coming soon for purchase - beauty sleep night cream , made from 100% all natural unrefined shea butter ! i use this every night and noticed a difference right away , i love it . so i am going to start selling my 100% all natural body products here , within a month or two .

STORE WARS

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