Chocolate Antioxidant Bites

You know that feeling most of us have? The craving for something sweet and chocolatey but are trying to be "good?" Look no further, your dreams have been answered. Not only are these dark chocolate bites delicious and beautiful, they are chalk full of healthy antioxidants. Easy and fun to make, these are a new go to that are here to stay in my wheelhouse. Create as many combos as you like, the results will only be wonderful!  I copied the link to a wonderful website where you can learn the basics for these treats to then make your own combination of toppings!

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Matcha Mondays

Mondays are perfect for a matcha tea!  Cha Lait NYC

A Source To Inspire Your Season Ep. 5

Get my favorite holiday makeup look with this video tutorial!  I am all about that pop of color with a red lip!  Enjoy!

Need a great holiday look in less than five minutes? Try my go to look that is all about a pop of red lipstick! The fifth episode from my seasonal series is here to help you achieve the look!

Rosemary Oil Hair Treatment

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With the change in seasons I have started using rosemary oil as a way to give my scalp a little extra love.  Rosemary in very conditioning and encourages a healthy scalp which means healthy hair.  After one use you will notice a difference and wish you had known about this lovely beauty secret long ago.  Many use rosemary oil to encourage faster hair growth.  I do this treatment once a week.  You can do it up to three times a week for faster results and even sleep with it on your roots one night a week for an extra deep conditioning treatment.

Depending on your hair thickness(I need about 6 drops) take a few drops of rosemary oil and heat between your palms.  Begin to massage into your scalp, concentrating on your roots. Take your time, I try to massage for about 8-10 minutes.  Wash your hair as you normally would.  You scalp will feel revived after one use.  

Papaya Honey Mask

I have recently become obsessed with papaya.  The benefits of this fruit are numerous and not just from eating.  I started you a skin mask with it as the main ingredient and feel like my skin shines brighter than ever.  I hope you love this mask as much as I do!

1/4 cup of pureed or mashed papaya 

2 tbsp raw honey

Juice from half of a lemon

Combine ingredients in a bowl, apply to clean and dry face.  Let sit on for 20 minutes and rinse away with warm water.  Your skin will have a new glow instantly.

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Natural Makeup and Beauty Products-My top picks

As a woman who loves to use makeup to enhance my features I struggle with the information that is released on all of the terrible chemicals that are being used in our cosmetics.  I don't want to put anything near my face or hands that has traces of formaldehyde, that just sounds gross! The other side of the argument is finding products that yield beautiful results naturally.  In the last few years natural product lines have risen to the challenge and I am over the moon to share my top picks.  In the below images you will see all of my top picks that make my makeup bag happy.  Check out my pinterest board to see all of my pins on these cosmetics and their benefits.

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These are just a few of my faves that I put my stamp of approval on.  These are pricier products but their results are phenomenal and this is money well spent.  I also like to remind friends that a healthy lifestyle of hydration, vitamin rich foods and plenty of rest makes for the need of less makeup.  When you take care of yourself you feel better and look better.  There is nothing wrong with splurging on a lipstick that will make you feel like a million dollars.