Facial Steamers are SO Good for Your Skin

I love to do anything that I can to keep my skin healthy. This includes using proper skincare with make-up application and removal, frequent moisturizing and exfoliation (to get rid of dead skin cells), wearing SPF 15 everyday on my face and body (even when you don't see the sun shining, it's still there!), and frequently using my facial steamer.

Most people have never heard of a facial steamer, and I'm here to inform you all just how great they are! The day spa that I go to told me all about these so I bought one for myself. There are many benefits to using a facial steamer including softening clogged pores and opening them up for deep cleansing and creating a relaxed facial response. This helps your skin AND alleviates stress! I love my facial steamer.

Foundation Mistakes

Foundation can really make or break your make-up look. When applied correctly, it makes the face look flawless. When applied incorrectly, it can make you look like a clown. I found out I was making some serious mistakes with my foundation, and because I had NO idea I was doing it wrong, I wanted to share some tips with you!

1. Ditch the powder foundation. I used to wear Bare Minerals powder foundation because it seems so natural. Powder foundation tends to cake, making your face look extremely fake. It can also really accentuate wrinkles and can dry out your face.

2. Use a primer! It makes SUCH a difference. Experiment for yourself some time when you're around the house. Use primer under your foundation on half, and just foundation on the other half. You can see for yourself what a difference this makes! Primer makes the foundation glide on much smoother and can make it stay on so much longer.

3. Please stop using your fingers or a sponge to apply your foundation. You can achieve a MUCH better look by using a foundation brush.

4. Don't apply foundation all over your face. It's not made to be a cover-all. It should blend in well enough to just cover the trouble spots!

A Homemade Face Mask for Dry Skin

The temperatures are dropping and the air is getting a lot drier. This happens every year and I can see and feel the changes in my skin. My face feels a lot drier and it started to get a couple of really dry patches. My daily moisturizer is no longer enough to keep my face hydrated. My lips are also started to get more chapped and I am constantly applying chapstick. When it gets like this, I know that it is time to do a face mask. I like the homemade ones because store face masks are a lot more expensive and there are many unnecessary and sometimes harmful ingredients in them!

Here is the recipe for a fantastic homemade face mask for dry skin.
You will need:

• 1 tsp powdered milk
• 1 tbsp runny honey
• 1 tsp aloe vera gel
• 2 drops essential oil

Mix ingredients well, apply to face, let sit for 15 minutes, wash off with warm water. 

Let me know how it works. I personally love it! 

Treat Yourself To a Facial in Huntington Beach

I love getting pampered. It's the best feeling in the world. I'm such a busy person with work and my family that I feel as though I'm always putting other people's wants and needs before my own. While telling somebody how stressed and exhausted I was, they told me to go spend time at this great day spa in my area.

I had the best time! They give the best facials in Huntington Beach. I was able to relax and unwind. They understand there just how important skin care is. There are many different facials you can choose from on the menu and each one is performed with precision and excellence. The employees there really make you feel like you're special. I chose a custom facial from the menu. It took 60 minutes and included a double cleanse, extraction, exfoliation, a custom mask, toning, hydration, and a massage. It was like I was on vacation! It was great.