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

Fig, Grape & Blueberry Preserves with Lavender & Ginger

Lushly sweet, fresh figs are culinary gold during their main season, which runs from later summer to early fall. Their beautiful watermelon-pink inner flesh coupled with that unique chewy, crunchy texture inspired me to explore ways to enjoy figs throughout the year, and what better way than with a aromatic ginger and lavender infused fig preserve.

Food, RecipesGina Jessica SmithSeptember 1, 2014Figs, Blueberries, Grapes, Preserves, Jam, Organic, Gluten Free Comment

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

Luxurious Rice Water Soak For The Dry Hands of Autumn

We've all experienced it, especially in certain regions and climates. One day it's summer and 95 degrees, and the next day you start the morning with a 50 degree chill in the air. Usually, the first parts of my body to react to this drop in temperature are my hands and lips. To combat dry, flaky skin on my hands and around my fingernails, I do a weekly soak with rose petals, sandalwood, essential oils and vitamin/mineral-rich rice water.

Beauty, Skincare, HealthGina KamburowskiSeptember 25, 2013Rice Water, Roses, Dried Roses, Sandalwood, Ayurveda, Oils, Organic, Hands, Skin Comment

DIY Skin Brightening Treatment

I've had family visiting from Oregon for the past week, which means I've been spending more time outdoors than indoors. My broad brimmed hats, sunscreen and sun dodging sometimes are no match for those intense rays and when I feel it's taken a toll on my skin, I treat it biweekly to a wonderfully cooling and brightening organic face mask formulated with several ingredients sourced directly from my local farmer's market.

Beauty, Health, SkincareGina KamburowskiAugust 26, 2013Skin, Skincare, Ayurveda, Organic, Natural, Nontoxic, Facial, HoneyComment

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