For every mood, there's a tea to match. At least that's how it is in our household. I have several tea rituals, including a calming nighttime blend in the PM that I share with my husband and an invigorating green tea in the AM. I also rotate five floral blossoms into my tea routine that are distinctly different in flavor, however all are wonderful for the skin. You're probably already drinking a couple of them, and if you aren't you'll definitely want to start adding them to your beauty regimen after reading this guide.

Health, Skincare, FoodGina Jessica SmithApril 18, 2018tea, chamomile, lavender, rose tea, amaranth, rituals, skincare, antioxidants Comment

VIDEO: How To Use Durian For Skincare

It might look alien and have a strong odor (ok, strong is putting it mildly), but this prickly, surprisingly pleasant tasting, smelly fruit is actually so full health benefits it's worth trying it once to see if you like it. In this video we explore the health benefits of durian, how to cut it, and how to use it in your skincare regimen. Living in NYC, we have easy access to it in our Chinatown markets. So if you come across it at a local specialty market or along your travels, here's what you can do with it.

Nutrition, Health, Skincare, Wellness, Food, VeganGina Jessica SmithFebruary 6, 2017durian, foodie, food, fruit, healthy, skincare, skin, beauty, greenbeauty, goodlivingisglamComment

DIY Healing Floral Bath: Immortelle and Mallow

With the cold weather season upon us, one of my favorite ways to warm up is with a soothing, deliciously warm herbal bath. When it comes to bath teas or soaks, there are a few go-to ingredients commonly found in most products, such as calendula, chamomile, lavender and rose. These flowers are carefully chosen for their antioxidant and rejuvenating properties, as well as powerful aromatherapy that can soothe and heal both the skin and mind. There are, however, other overlooked herbs and flowers that you can explore as you seek to add variety to your bath (and/or tea) ritual, such as immortelle and mallow. In today's blog we'll explore these two ingredients and teach you how to make an easy DIY bath tea soak!

DIY, Skincare, HealthGina Jessica SmithDecember 2, 2016Bath, Tea, SkinComment

The Art of the Bath Ritual

When I need to unwind, I draw a bath. When I'm feeling amorous, tired, relaxed, sore, or pensive, I also step into a bath. The act of taking bath is very primal for me. Think of the environment we inhabited those first nine months before we were born. Then think about how we were lovingly bathed as children before we could safely stand upright and wash ourselves. I don't know if there's science behind my infatuation, but my bath ritual is a time I cherish so I try to make it as luxurious as possible.

DIY, Lifestyle, Skincare, WellnessGina Jessica SmithDecember 12, 2015Bath, Coconut Milk, Roses, Rose Water, DIY, At-HomeComment

Tropical Topical Pineapple & Papaya Enzyme Peel

Ah, the misunderstood face peel. Have you avoided doing one for fear of burning or damaging your skin? Does the term “peel” coupled with “face” make you want to run in the other direction? As with any new treatment you should always be cautious, but when done right, face peels can improve a number of skin issues, including acne, dullness and uneven skin tone and with amazing results. If you’re new to face peels or looking for a quick and easy option to your current products or spa treatments, then you’ll definitely want to try this all-natural tropical fruit enzyme alternative.

Beauty, DIY, Health, How-To, Recipes, Skincare, WellnessGina Jessica SmithMay 26, 2015Face Peel, Mask, Pineapple, Papaya, Face Mask, Organic, SkincareComment

Brightening Fresh Coconut & Turmeric Face Mask

If you consider yourself health obsessed, then you've probably explored the coconut craze in one of its many forms: coconut water, coconut oil, or even the milk. We know how hydrating the water is, how versatile the oil can be, and how delicious the milk is in some of your favorite dishes, but what really makes coconut a superfood?

Health, Skincare, Recipes, Wellness, LifestyleGina Jessica SmithMarch 28, 2015Organic, Mask, Facial, Skincare, Coconut, Turmeric Comments

Apple Care For Every Skin Type

Dice them, slice them, juice them, smash them. Any way you prepare apples, your body gets a boost from their amazing health properties. Obviously the internal benefits of apples are widely known and documented, but what about using apples applied directly to your skin?

Skincare, Recipes, Lifestyle, Health, DIYGina Jessica SmithSeptember 8, 2014luckymag, skincare, apples, facials, greenbeauty, greenbbloggers, health, healthyComment

The Benefits Of Activated Charcoal

GOOD LIVING IS GLAM FOR ECO DIVA BEAUTY – Remember when our cleansers and moisturizers had to be white, creamy or foaming in order to be considered pure and effective? We’ve come a long way in what we seek in a skincare product. Natural, non-toxic brands have widened the texture and color spectrum with the mainstream use of rhassoul, pink and green clays, multi-colored botanical powders, and going as far on the dark side as possible with the application of charcoal for many different uses.

Wellness, Skincare, BeautyGina Jessica SmithJuly 4, 2014Charcoal, Skin, MaskComment

Pampering With a Problem Solving Papaya Enzyme Mask

My favorite foods are ones that benefit the body inside and out, such as avocado, pomegranate, honey, olive and coconut oils to name a few. Whether eaten or applied topically, you can use these "Skin Inside & Out" (we call them SIOs) foods to fight free radicals, inflammation and bacteria, hydrate, cleanse, purify, tone, slough dead skin cells, reduce fine lines, and infuse your body and skin with vital minerals and vitamins. These foods go to battle for you on all fronts, and you can add papaya to your SIO arsenal.

Skincare, Health, BeautyGina KamburowskiFebruary 3, 2014Papaya, Mask, Facial, Organic, DIY, Skincare Comment

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