If youāre lucky enough to live near or have the store in your city! Lucky you and so are the prices too. Iām a foodie so the foodie shopping from Scandinavia is fun to eat and explore too. I love to try new things!
You never know what youāll discover! So many nooks, areas and places to look at and explore. So when the store asked me to do a workshop in Jacksonville Fl I had to say āYes of courseā
So this week Iām spilling the tea šµ and sharing a few self-care recipes and you get to take it with you and enjoy them at home itās a Make & Take ā¦ DIY event. Still a few more seats left but youāll need to register online.
Join meā¦ itās FREE!
February 7th,2024
1:00pm to 2:30pm
IKEA Jacksonville Flās restaurant
Donāt worry we will start to wrap up around with a Q & A and get you on your way in time for car pool or to shop the store at 2:15.
Going to bed with ANY makeup on wether it be eye makeup, foundation or lipstick it is a āNo Noā. If you want pretty healthy looking skin keep it clean!
It isnāt good for your facial complexion your eye health even more! Donāt forget to remove ALL your makeup before you go to sleep at night. You donāt want zits or pink eye do you? Wash your face well.
I especially love ā¤ļø to do this on Sunday nightā¦ I refresh my skin after a long week with a K Beauty (Korean Beauty) sheet mask. I love what they do for the skin! Now, leave the sheet mask infused with skincare goodness on my clean face for at least 15 minutes. Afterwards, I take the mask off and rub the remains on my neck and decollate.
This month I made a promise to myself. I want to make every single day count! I always have but now I treasure the days even more!
I am more grateful then ever to wake up and open my eyes. Ready to go and start a brand new day. This year I want to travel even more internationally. Thereās so much out there in our world to see.
Life is short! I know it sounds cliche but itās true. This week I saw on social media where more lives are being lost. Our world is so upside down! I read where an Olympian passed away he was only 29 years old! I saw on Instagram the tennis pro Christie Evert is on yet another round of chemotherapy for breast cancer. Reading that and seeing her photo in a hospital bed broke my heart as I have had the pleasure of making her up for the Womenās Tennis Association, Lipton Tea and more.
So, please treasure good health & enjoy every day of your life too!
I want to get into baking bread on a regular basis instead of just buying store bought. I love the rustic look of these breads. Do you?
Iām going to use my fine China, glassware and silverware in gold yes a gorgeous gold hue. Iām not waiting for a special occasion! Everyday is SPECIAL!
Iām going to spend more time walking and bike riding again. I used to walk to and eat my lunch in Central Park in NYC every work day. Oh and bike ride too. Once I moved to Florida I walked and rode my bike less as itās so hot most of the time itās not fun! I miss the four seasons.
How about you?
What do you want to do?
Make new friends?
Get out of the house more?
Feel the sunshine on your face!
Iām going to keep buying myself flowers! You donāt need a man to buy them for you. Treat yourself!
Iām going to give myself even more self-care ā¦Self-care is health care.
Iām going to add and try one new thing a month in this new year! Itās fun and exciting.
My message here is you can start something new too. Never stop growing. Never stop learning. Never stop exploring.
This is the recipe from Maru Godaās book I promised and wanted to share with you. Perfect for we Floridians and for the citrus lover!
I hope you enjoy making it as much as I did. Also I hope youāll TREAT yourself and get a copy of her book to add to your home library.
You will need:
1 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoon olive oil
6 drops tangerine essential oil
Lemon zest
Orange zest
Marigold flowers to decorate
Combine the oils. If the coconut oil is solid, heat it in a water bath until it melts. Add the essential oils and citrus zests, mix thoroughly until you have a smooth paste. Stir in the marigold flowers and store in a glass jar. Apply carefully using circular motions avoiding delicate areas and concentrating on rough areas.
Your skin will feel amazing and I love it in my hands and feet too!
Flight āļø delays, cancelled flights and attitudes of crazy travelers. It is a hot mess! I just got back from a trip and I needed these too!
Hotel Room Beauty
So when you get some time when you reach your hotel or B&B destination take a little time for you!
If youāre jet-lagged or just plain old stressed I like to travel with a sachet filled with fresh lavender buds. I make them at home and put them in a baggie and pack in my luggage.
Or you can travel with your favorite essential oil and sprinkle it on a flat cotton pad and place the sachet or cotton pad in your hotel room pillowcase. Choose from lavender,rose, lemon all will make you feel amazing. Unless of course you donāt like one or more of these.
Remember A little goes a long way.
The scent is so relaxing and soothing. Some say a scent of lavender even makes them sleep better. Sweet Dreams!
Take a warm š bath give in to a calming bath for a change. I travel with Epsom salts which my massage therapist calls a natural muscle relaxant. No sleep aides required.
Or I travel with powdered milk in a small baggies. Sprinkle a cupful or small baggie full to luke warm water. Your skin will be silky and body relaxed.
Treat your face to a fabulous and refreshing sheet face mask!
Instead of traveling with a mask in a jar travel ālighterā with a sheet mask. Korean beauties are all the rage, itās superior quality and in 15 – 20 minutes gives your faces instant gratification.
I like to travel with a piece of fruit š and a small dark chocolate bar. Fruit like apples keep you regular especially when on the road. Both red or green apples š both work.
They say chocolate š« makes you feel good and it helps you sleep better.
Travel with a few good lightweight books and or magazines. Go āold schoolā instead of the blue illuminating light screen. Better for your eyes. Also will help you sleep!
I like to read self-help books, cookbooks, medical books, beauty books and more!
I hope you enjoy these few note-worthy tips to enjoy and do when you are on the road for work or PLAY!
Or for Labor Day weekend too!
Take ME time seriously. You need to take care of one and only YOU!
I do and in the morning Iām giving myself a facial treat! You can too!
All you need for this quick recipe idea is:
The last āgood to the last dropā spoonful of yogurt and apply it to a clean face! Neck too if youād like.
Leave it on approximately 15 minutes.
Rinse well. Follow with toner of your choice if youād like.
Add moisturizer to your face and neck and youāre all set!
Just make sure the yogurt is plain and not sweetened. I prefer creamy Greek yogurt.
Yogurt contains lactic acid which soothes and gently exfoliates the skin. Diminishes the appearance of wrinkle and lines. It also helps to temporarily tighten the pores.
Your skin will love ā¤ļø it and itās pretty benefits. Guys love it too! Good for all skin types.
Kiss š dull looking dry skin goodbye!
Enjoy!
*Of course ā¦ Unless youāre allergic to dairy or yogurt! Donāt use this recipe.
My nails have been so brittle, thin and peel a bit. When I get a manicure & pedicure they look lovely BUT I wanted a bit more length again. Iām not into press on nails, faux nails š or gel nails but they do look good on most women.
So I had CVS monies. You know the money $ you earn from shopping there. I cruised down the dietary supplements and vitamin aisles. I picked up a bottle of the CVS Health brand for Hair, Skin & Nails. 80 assorted gummies in fruit flavors. Not too sweet and a serving is 2 a day.
Iāve been on them a half a month and Iām in love ā¤ļø!
My nails are stronger, longer, not peeling, healthier looking and Iām happier too!
So to keep the self care rolling Iām doing my bi-monthly at home nail treatment too!
All you need is:
1 1/2 Tbs. of Jojoba
3 drops of tea tree or lavender essential oil
Pour both in a small glass bowl. Both have anti-bacterial properties.
Then I like to put on cotton gloves I only use for hand treatments. I leave on for 20 minutes or overnight is even better.
Your nails are hydrated and your cuticles will look so much better. You can do this treatment to your feet too. Just rub it in like above too. But do your nails, heels and soles of your feet too!
*If you need to add more Jojoba add it.
But if you are allergic or do not like one of the above oilsā¦Please skip my tip!
I hope youāll try my professional recommendation. Your nails, hair and nails will look better!
I am doing a Galentineās Day (Valentineās Day) Workshop at IKEA in sunny Jacksonville Florida š“ only problem is itās NOT so sunny. Itās been storming and itās 90% chance of rain āļø today. I hope the ladies come out and play with me and not let rain get in the way.
So excited to do a Workshop at IKEA ā¤ļø
If youāre looking for a fun DIY gift š I like to give as gifts ā¦ youāre in luck. My workshop is all about self-care and made with love.
SPA in a Jar
Hereās what you will need to make this gift:
ā¤ļø1 medium or large glass jar with a lid and a large neck so you can fill it. Decorative ribbon and other touches to embellish it. Greenery and faux or even fresh cut flowers work too. This gives it a natural and pretty touch.
ā¤ļøThings you might want to use to fill your very own SPA in Jar are:
A headband,washcloth or eco friendly washable facial rounds,sheet masks, eye gel masks.
ā¤ļø How about some bubble bath,epsom salts,shower gel,hand lotion, a body lotion and a luxurious soap and bath sponge.
ā¤ļø Crystals, incense, sage,Palo Santo or a mini book.
ā¤ļø A bottle of Prosecco, mini liquor, small beer can, (optional)
ā¤ļø A small box of candy. An apple š as an apple a day keeps the doctor away.
Or you can create a mix of store bought and hand-made DIY recipes. Please note IF you are allergic to any of my recipe ingredients please do not try them.
Kiss Me Lip š Polish
1 jar organic coconut oil
1 packet of sugar left in your purse from last coffee shop stop or 1/4 cup brown or white sugar. It all depends how many jars you want to make. Note: both sugars will work too.
Mix the two together with a spoon or spatula and place in a small microwave safe bowl. Warm the polish 5 seconds to melt a bit and stir again. Be careful. It will be hot. Let cool a bit.
Place mixture into a small glass or plastic jar of your choice. If you want a bigger batch double the recipe. Add a pretty lip stickers or custom label you make and itās all set. Men and women love ā¤ļø thus recipe. Including my husband.
Kissable lips in minutes! This is a unisex recipe guys love it too!
ā¤ļø Chamomile Flower Facial Steam Bath
Chamomile dried flowers- a small handful will do.
A pot of water š¦
This recipe is so easy and so gratifying. Your skin will love you back by the way it looks and feels. A relaxing detox facial steam!
Place some dried chamomile flowers in a bag and give it to the person you are gifting to. Add instructions with it. All they do is warm water to a light boil. .
Place the flowers in the water. Place a small towel over your head like a tent. Do NOT put your face in the hot water. You are simply allowing the steam to RISE up to your face. Do this for 3 or 5 minutes. If you have high blood pressure or a skin condition like Rosacea or acne please do not use this facial steam recipe.
Rose š¹ Eye Mask
Cooling cucumbers š„ are refreshing and certainly you can still use them. They work! However, I love this simple aromatic eye mask. Asian Royalty and in many other times in history used them to look younger and refresh their eyes. Did you ever really feel a petal from the rose? Itās so soft and lovely to the touch. Itās known for its skin softening and feel good properties.
Pick me up ā¦ for the eyes.
1 fresh Rose rinsed please.
Rinse rose gently in water
Tear off one of the rose petals for an aromatic relaxing treat. They add a touch of moisture for your eye area.
Eyelid pillows are great but I love this nature based eye treatment.
Chill out & rest with a rose petal eye mask!
Laying down close the eyes. Place a rose š¹ petal on each eyelid and rest the eyes. Listen to some relaxing music. Leave on your closed eyelids at least 6-10 minutes. Thatās it!
I hope you enjoy these recipes! Please noteā¦Store bought self-care products are great for your jar. However thereās nothing like a handmade and homemade creation.
Made with LOVE. ā¤ļø
Oops! Forgot to post to my blog before I left. Update despite the rain I had an awesome crowd, workshop and morning at IKEA! Went crazy shopping in the stores food market. Had one of their awesome pretzels with their yummy dipping sauce and drove away smiling all day!
