An important reminder....

Hey guys!

Today I wanted to touch upon a factor that has a very strong influence on the health of our skin. We always take so much time to perfect our skincare routine with the right products, while drinking the recommended eight glasses of water that we forget about one very important thing; our mental health.

Stress can negatively impact your skin in the worst way. If you are stressed, I can guarantee you that it will show up on your skin and not just in the form of a few breakouts. Stress can cause blotchiness, dull, lacklustre skin and can also be a trigger for both eczema and melasma. A few years back, I was going through a very stressful time in my life; looking back, I had the worst eczema flare-up of my life. It was horrible and made me very self-conscious which in turn stressed me out further. It's truly a vicious cycle. Eventually I got sick of feeling sorry for myself and being unhappy, so I decided to take action. I read a few self help books that deeply resonated with me, and I started to take the time to relax, take care of myself and not allow the little things to get to me. My flare-up cleared up in literally one week. My skin looked clear as day once again. Since then my skin has remained calm and eczema free because I ensure that I am doing what I need in order to be happy and stay balanced. Yoga as well as stretching is a great way to de-stress. Meditation works amazing for many as well, as does intense exercise (cardio and/or weight-lifting). It's important to stay active not just for your health but to also keep those endorphins up. Even so, exercise isn't the only thing you can do to stay relaxed. Just be sure to take the time to unwind doing something you love. That can be reading, cooking, knitting, video games, vacations, staycations, whatever.

Take care of YOU.

Love,

Tabitha

Get That J-Lo Glow

Hello Lovelies,

I don't know about you guys, but lately, I'm all about glowing, healthy skin! I didn't always believe in that glowing look. When I was a teenager, my skin was at it's oiliest, which always made me reach for anything that would make me look as matte as possible. I was famous for wearing nothing but concealer and powder. Since then, I've refined my skincare routine, thus balancing my skin. Now, whenever I attempt to wear anything too matte, it always makes my face look dry and dull.

The best way to achieve glowing makeup is through glowing skin. This means using a quality cleanser and moisturizer that suits your skin type. Drier skins need thicker moisturizers that are maybe even enriched with some beneficial plant based oils. Oily and combination skins tend to do better on lighter moisturizers and gel-based creams. Serums and organic oils can also be very helpful when it comes to achieving a healthy complexion. Skincare is the most important factor that contributes to glowing skin!

Next, you have to perfect your base. Use products that will even out your skin tone. If you have relatively clear skin, you could probably get away with just a luminous tinted moisturizer. If you have blemishes, I would suggest going with something less dewy and going for a light coverage foundation with a natural satin finish. After, simply use concealer to spot conceal those blemished areas. Don't put it all over! You want the clear areas of your skin to look as natural as possible.

After that comes the fun part; Highlighters!

In my experience, I find that the most natural highlighters are the ones that come in the form of creams and liquids. If you have really oily skin, however, definitely go with a powder formula.

When it comes to Blush, be sure to keep it superlight and slightly shimmery. Soft pinks and peaches are best to achieve a natural glow.

Last, my secret weapon....Facial Mists! They lock your makeup in place, and give your skin a dewy, lived in look. Plus they're awesome for your skin.

And that's how to achieve a flawless glow that will leave your looking fresh and radiant all summer long :)