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

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

Traveling? Prepare a Room Service Facial

Do you dread post flight breakouts and dry skin? Recirculated air in airplanes draws moisture from wherever possible, creating a moisture-free environment that can throw off our skin's balance. Dry skin usually gets drier, and oily skin tends to get oilier to overcompensate for the conditions. On a recent trip to Chicago, I followed these simple steps and they worked wonderfully.

Beauty, Health, Skincare, TravelGina KamburowskiOctober 12, 2013Honey, Lemon, Oats, Mask, Water, OilsComment

Avocado For What Ails You, Inside & Out

The weather has been divine in NYC this week, however I'm trying to stay a couple steps ahead of the forecast. Knowing that it will get chilly and the temps will be taking a dive again soon, I'm prepping my skin with one of my favorite must-have dry skin weapons: avocado. Prepared three ways, I'm going to protect against free radicals and inflammation (inside), infuse my skin with a nutrient packed mask (face), and slough off dead skins cells while moisturizing with a delicate scrub (body).

Beauty, Health, Skincare, FoodGina KamburowskiOctober 5, 2013Avocado, Marshmallow Root, Chia Seeds, Chia, Facial, Mask, Skincare, HoneyComment

Why Rituals Are Key To Leading Exceptional Lives

My closest friends are sometimes amused by how "particular" I am, although I see that comment as a nice way of calling me difficult. The truth is, I do like things a certain way. For me, it's not just that you do something, it's how you do it – the process, the approach, the context. OK, I do sound a little difficult, however allow me to explain.

Lifestyle, Exercise, Health, Skincare, Home, FoodGina KamburowskiAugust 11, 2013Tea, Yoga, Juicing, Juice, Mask, Facial, Rituals, Saging Comment

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