I’ve been on a creative brainstorm and will start formulations in the new year.  What does this mean for you?  Lots of new goodies!  Because we are a small batch handmade line I’ll have to scale back on some items and make more of others.  You’ll see some different scrubs, serums and soaps plus at some point this year I’d like to give the store a makeover – so keep an eye out!

2015 is going to create some amazing change and I can’t wait 🙂

Happy Holiday!

You’ll need the following for your DIY pumpkin facial:

• Pumpkin (approx. 1/4 cup puree or a few handfuls of raw and cubed)
• Plain yogurt – approx. 1/4 cup
• Honey (Manuka honey if you have it) – spoonful
• Clay – spoonful or two if you have any on hand, if not no biggie
• Egg (optional) – The yolk will nourish while the white will tighten
• Apple Cider Vinegar (optional) – Great to add for oily skin
• Dash of cinnamon (optional)

Mix all together very well or if using fresh pumpkin then you’ll want to puree.  If using a machine to puree don’t make the fusion hot, just blend enough to make it smooth.  I like to place a hot towel on my skin for a minute or two to open up my pores then place the mask on.  Leave on for 10 – 20 minutes (depending on your sensitivity) then rinse with cool water.  Your skin will be radiant 🙂

As promised here is the post on french green clay for first aid purposes.  Our Detox Mineral Mask is created with french green clay and yogurt.  You can use this for the items below or contact me if you’d like to purchase the french green clay by itself.

French green clay has many uses.  In Detox Mineral Mask, I talk about using french green clay in a detox bath and below are some uses for the clay in first aid situations.

To use for the following purposes you’ll need to create a poultice with the french green clay.  To do so mix water and clay until you have a moist paste consistency (do not mix in a metal bowl or with metal utensils).  Cover area to be treated with your paste then cover with something moist such as a moist towel, moist ace bandages, etc. – whatever you choose make sure it keeps the area moist.  You don’t want the clay to dry on your skin, you want to keep it moist for 2-3 hours so it will pull out all the junk.

You can use a french green clay first aid poultice for the following:

• Skin Conditions
• Fungal Issues
• Minor cuts and burns
• Insect bites
• Sprains
• Swollen joints
• Rashes such as poison Ivy or Oak

After 2-3 hours rinse it off and can repeat in another 2 hours.  French green clay poultices are said to relieve pain.

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**Please note I am not a medical doctor and this post in no way is to take the place of seeking out medical attention if you need it.  This is all complementary information if your doctor approves.

Did you know our Detox Mineral Mask has other uses?  Like the majority of our products – yes you can use this mask for other things and one of my favorite uses is to take a detox bath.  I use this in a bath if I’m not feeling well, when I’m doing a whole body detox (generally each season), and also just when I feel like it. 

French Green Clay:

• Absorbs and removes impurities
• Tightens and tones the skin
• Exfoliates
• Stimulates circulation
• Great for blemishes
• Many other benefits!

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For Detox Mineral Bath:

• Fill your tub with hot water
• Add 3-4 heaping tablespoons up to half of the package to your bath
• Slide in and soak while relaxing
• Will it make a mess?  Yes!  Is it worth it?  Yes you are!
• Don’t want to do a whole body bath?  Just do a foot bath 🙂
• Make sure to drink lots of water to hydrate and flush the toxins out

You can also add (in addition to the Detox Mineral Mask) for added benefits:

• Aloe Vera
• Essential oils (rose, peppermint, lemon, frankincense, any detoxing oils) just a few drops

***Do not mix french green clay in a metal bowl or with metal utensils

Don’t miss the next post when I talk about the first aid benefits of french green clay!

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Our Kafa Seaweed Facial Mask is packed with antioxidants.

• Coffee is full of antioxidants and it’s a natural vasodilator which works to tighten and firm your skin.
• Seaweed (kelp) contains vitamins including Vitamin E and B12, minerals, amino acids and trace elements.  Seaweed draws out impurities while adding back nutrients.  It also stimulates circulation which will give you that healthy glow.
• Rhassoul Clay comes from the Atlas Mountains in Morocco and has been used for over a thousand years to treat the skin.  This clay is rich in calcium, magnesium, Silica and potassium and it is great for flakiness / dryness plus it improves clarity and elasticity of the skin.

This mask will exfoliate, tighten, tone and rejuvenate your skin.

**This package will yield at least 12 facial applications depending on how much you use per application.  Please remember to only hydrate the portion you are going to use immediately.

Directions:  Mix approximately 1 TBS with liquid (water, milk, juice, endless possibilities) to create a creamy paste.  Apply Kafa Seaweed to your face in gentle circular motions.  Let dry for several minutes then rinse with warm water and pat dry.  Skin will look and feel stunning!  Finish with your toner of choice and moisturizer.

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The new line of all natural facial masks is getting a great response and awesome reviews.  I’ve created nine new masks for all skin types.  All of the masks, with the exception of the dead sea mud, are dry.  With the all natural facial masks being dry they can be mixed with numerous different liquids to create different combinations. Below are some ideas of what you can mix your masks with:

• Water (purified is best)
• Juices
• Yogurt (plain)
• Oils
• Pureed fruits

The all natural facial masks and their links are:

Ubtan Facial Mask

Moisturizing Fruits Facial Mask

Dead Sea Mineral Mud Mask

Green Fusion Facial Mask

Detox Minerals Facial Mask

Sensitive Facial Mask

Kafa Seaweed Facial Mask

Oily Acne Facial Mask

All Purpose Facial Mask