WHAT IS FACIAL TONER? I get this question a lot as an esthetician. There are so many toner options on the market today that it can be pretty overwhelming to figure out which one to get, if any at all. Toner usually has a water type consistency. It is either sprayed on the face or rubbed on the face with…
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Why Use a Facial Toner?
DIY Orange-Rose Healing Facial Toner
MAKE YOUR OWN ORANGE-ROSE FACIAL TONER Have you ever wanted to try to make your own healing facial toner? One that gives your appearance an added glow? I love this Orange-Rose Healing Facial Toner because it is not too harsh on the skin yet it removes excess oil that can be left behind by a cleanser. It is simple to…
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EXFOLIATION ~ PROS & CONS
EXFOLIATION OF THE SKIN Exfoliating is one of the easiest things you can do to instantly improve the texture and appearance of your skin. There are many benefits to exfoliating. However, it is important to note some of the dangers as well. Extreme exfoliation has become quite popular. As an esthetician, microdermabrasion and harsh chemical peels were the procedures that…
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DELICIOUS GREEN SMOOTHIE ~ FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
A GREEN SMOOTHIE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY I think my son may be one of the pickiest eaters in the world. Seriously. He is very particular about texture and taste and prefers mostly crunchy crackers and fruit. It has been a huge challenge getting him to eat balanced meals. Thankfully, over the last couple years I have figured out a few…
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DIY Tub & Surface Scrub – No Bleach!
NON-TOXIC TUB SCRUB In the past, it bothered me that the only way to get my bathtub clean was to get keep the kids out of the room and wear a gas mask! Not to mention all the clothes I have ruined with bleach stains. Bleach is also highly toxic. The Environmental Working Group ranks Clorox Bleach between a C…
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