A pretty girl has many secrets when it comes to her beauty/style regimen. I have always shared my favorite tips openly and candidly. My mama would shake her head and say,
“Dea, don’t tell all your secrets!”
Well mama is getting ready to be upset with me because I am sharing some secrets that makes me happy, healthy and dare I say PRETTY!
Tip #1: Eat Clean and Limit Processed Foods
Maintain a diet that is at least 85% clear of processed foods, fried foods, and junk. When I am eating clean I feel better. When I am eating clean I look better. When I am eating clean I have more energy. When I am eating clean my hair is fuller and grows faster. When I am eating clean my skin looks rosy and fresh. Toss out that cookie and grab a carrot pretty girl! This makes me wonder why I ever fall off the bandwagon. Once you get in the habit of eating clean it is super easy and delicious. I am food journaling via Instagram a way of being transparent and honest with myself. I invite you to check me out!
Tip #2: Make Time to Work Out and Decompress
Making time to workout and decompress is a great natural secret. A girl looks better and feel better when she makes time for physical activity and spirtual awareness. When I work out I have tons of energy and a clear mind. During my workouts I get the opportunity to burn stress, pray, mediate, and reflect. Your heart and mind will thank you. Gone and get that natural blush girl……working out does wonders for your skin!
Tip #3: Condition Washing or Co-Washing and Understanding WATER is your FRIEND!
I am a newly natural. I have been natural for almost 2 years after having a relaxer for over 20 years. Growing up I was taught water was not a good thing. I was taught that we are not to wash our hair alot because it would dry it out. I am here to tell you that WATER is your very best friend. My hair loves water and I co-wash almost daily. The best natural hair secret in my arsenal is WATER. I spritz my hair daily and in the summer time I do wash and go’s. I love how water makes my hair look ultra defined. I love how soft it feels and guss what! WATER IS FREE and available to everybody.
Tip #4: Use an all-natural skin care product.
You are what you eat and what you put on your skin. I believe in using natural products for my skin. I recently started using a Hydrating Boost a serum from Seventh Generation, and I LOVE IT! My skin woke right up after using it. I’m liking it! According to Seventh Generation’s Website: Hydrating Boost is specially formulated to provide all-day moisture to help relieve and protect against chapping, cracking and roughness due to dryness. Jojoba, Acai and Passion flower oils help restore your skin’s natural moisture balance for noticeably softer, more radiant skin.
This all natural product does not clog pores. It is hypoallergenic, and is free of parabens, phthalates and synthetic fragrances. All you do is use 1-2 pumps a day, either directly on your face or mixed in with your moisturizing lotion. If your skin isn’t in particular need of hydration, these boosts are also available to meet other skin care needs: Soothing, Revitalizing, Clearing, Firming, and Protecting. It’s yummy!
Tip #5: Get Your Sleep On!
As a busy blogger bee who works a full time job, do community service, hang out with family and friends I never seem to have enough time. I am always running from one thing to the next but I make time to get my SLEEP ON! I get those hours in. It is so important to refresh your mind, body, and spirit. In my sleep I am thinking and getting my body ready for the next day. The benefits of sleep is your body can recover and helps the aging process. This girl can sleep like a baby!
What do you think? What are your favorite “natural” beauty secrets? You can check out more at Luckymag.com #AllNaturalStyleSecrets!
I received a free sample of this product from Lucky and Seventh Generation for use in connection with this blog.
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