Homemade Fire & Ice | Red Carpet Facial

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At Home Facial for Glowing Skin

It's been called the Red Carpet Facial because the Fire & Ice is a great facial for the day-of any major event. There's no down time, unlike chemical peels or invasive facials with extractions. I like to do a homemade version of this facial a few times each month to keep my skin glowing, soft and clear, while saving some money! Most importantly, it rids the face of acne scars and sun spots. LOVE THIS!

Disclaimer: Do a test area before applying to your face. (CLEARLY) If you're allergic to any of the ingredients, do not include them.

Ingredients:
(I just do these by sight. About a tsp each, but I add a bit more lemon juice)

• Honey
• Fresh Squeezed Lemon (real lemon, not bottled lemon juice)
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg 

Directions

• Mix all ingredients together, I like to have a higher lemon to honey ratio. It may be a bit runny, if it's too runny to pick up in your hand, add more honey.
• Apply in a circular motion to clean face - It should sting a little bit, but nothing too painful.
• Leave on your face for 25-30 minutes 
• Clean face and wipe off any residue
• Swipe an ice cube over your face to close the pores
• Finish with a serum or moisturizer. I suggest Is Clinical Hydra Cool Serum, which is often used in Spa Fire & Ice facials.  

*NOTE: Your face may be a little flushed for about 15 minutes after, this is normal!* 

After: Barefaced Close-up

Why This Works

Nutmeg: Anti-inflammatory, with magical powers to erase acne scars
Cinnamon: Exfoliant, in addition to a lot of other nutritional benefits
Honey: Antiseptic with healing properties
Lemon: Tightens skin, minimizes pores and is used as a natural astringent

Cheers to happy skin in 2013!

Put Your Best Face Forward

Hi Sisters, 

A couple girls have asked me for my beauty regimen, so here's Part I of a two part breakdown! In this post, I'm focusing on skin care. Here's my platoon -- all present and accounted for: 

1. Sephora Instant Eye Makeup Remover

There's a simple reason this stuff works -- because it needs to. It would be wrong to assume all girls are hitting the mall with a fresh face, so Sephora needs to have a quick and easy remover to create a clean workspace. If you've ever had your make-up touched up at Sephora, you know the wonder of this little miracle worker -- enough said! Use nightly! (Sephora - $8)

2. Kate Sommerville Exfolikate

Created by the owner of the renowned Los Angeles skin care clinic,  this cruelty-free brand is all about one thing -- beautiful, clear skin. Exfolikate not only scuffs away dead cells to leave skin glowing, but the Acne version of the scrub contains Salicylic Acid which also rids the skin of pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. Don't worry if you're face is like mine and dries up at the thought of Salicylic Acid, this wonder scrub is packed with awesome ingrediants like Green French Clay and Jojoba Beads which will rejuvinate and moisturize your skin. Use 1-2 times per week. (Kate Sommerville - $65)

3. Boscia Purifying Cleansing Gel

Cruelty-free, sulfate-free and preservative-free, this creamy dream of a product has nothing but yummy nutrients for your face. I promise that Boscia doesn't underwrite this blog, but I may as well be the spokeswoman for the brand! Use morning and night. (Boscia - $26)

4. Boscia Oil-free Daily & Nightly Hydration

I finally found the most weightless moisturizer and it improves skin after the first application!? In addition to it's obvious purpose, this stuff minimizes pores, controls oily skin and the day lotion includes SPF 15. Use day & night. (Boscia - $36 each)

5. Boscia Luminizing Black Mask

My love-affair continues... got blackheads? Not anymore. Use once per week. (Boscia - $34)

6. Clearasil Ultra Rapid Action Pads

"Visibly reduces pimples and redness in 4 hours." No joke. These little miracle pads contain 2% Salicylic Acid and that combined with their exfoliating magic will leave you saying "what zit?" This is the best quick fix when you have a date or special event. Use only when needed, as it can be drying. (CVS - $9)

Stay tuned for Part II, as I open my makeup bag of secrets...