GOODBYE FOR NOW... each picture below represents the ~6 years this blog has been truly active (2013 in the top left to 2018 in the bottom right). i thought it was a really cute way to reflect back on everything i've shared, what YOU have taught me, how YOU have supported me, and the reasons [...]
Category: skin
DIY hydrating mists
we're almost done with 2018, which means this blog is getting closer to going on a hiatus. dang. ALSO - don't forget to enter in the giveaway before the winner is announced on 12/31. and now the post you were promised - hydrosols, steams, and mists have been pivotal to my skincare routine. today i'm [...]
everything wrong with the sunflower sweets serum (and ayele&co)
this was another requested dupe, and to be honest, this formulation did pique my interest... but not for good reasons. i hate typing this about a green beauty company, but i also would hate to see you mislead. in my opinion, transparency should be a key component of a green beauty company's mission for their [...]
vitamin c serum DIY (1 gel + 1 oil blend)
another reader requested a dupe for the Mad Hippie vitamin c serum, so here's a couple DIY versions. i will say i think mad hippie has a nice formula, but we like to DIY around here. i opted to create 2 formulations for this.... 1. a gel-like serum, since the under eye area is quite [...]
DIY very lightweight body lotion (no heat required)
(edited shortly after publishing because i gave you ounces in the formula and mL in the directions) lotion can get quickly get pricey, depending on what 'green' brand you're buying it from and what oils they're using. it can be cheaper to make - and more fun. so here's a DIY. and no, this ain't [...]
papaya face mask – easier version.
you've seen this post before... once about 3 years ago, and again on instagram (@alexraye_ae). but here we are today to blog-i-fy the recent insta post.... because it's an easier version of the one i posted in early 2016... and we love 'easy yet effective,' right? i love this as part of my 45 minute [...]
oil cleansing method 2.0+
a lovely reader requested an OCM blend post, so let's do a complete revamp of my original from early 2013. i can't believe that was nearly 6 years ago. ps - i have a surprise at the bottom of the post for you. before this blog goes on hiatus, here's an overview of all the [...]
45 minute DIY (at home) full facial routine
happy self-care sunday! today i'm going to share with you my favorite facial routine lately. it takes about 45 minutes and makes me feel so much better, even if my hair is on day 7. this has 3 steps, but don't let that deter you. jasmine green tea face steam make a strongly steeped cup [...]
