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Make living simple, healthy, and easy make sure to check out these awesome tools, the juicer and dehumidifier/essential oil diffuser are especially awesome! Finding tools that work into your life is key to reducing stress. And when you’re detoxing your mind and body, the last thing you need is stress! When you live a simple and healthy life, you raise your vibration and start living a more Zen life.
The time for Spring Cleaning is upon us! In light of spring time, I’d like to take the opportunity to talk about the idea of cleaning and how you can raise your vibration this spring. This blog is centered around living in a clean, simple space, to enhance mental health. It's all about having positive items to bring positive vibes into your home.
Yes Please! For those of us living an Organic Lifestyle we avoid toxins, gmo’s and synthetics at all cost! For us ladies, when it comes to makeup, we usually just try our best to find products that will do the least amount of damage. For a very long time I used the EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database to find out just how toxic my beauty products were. With this I could see just how toxic the makeup I was using was. Lots of conventional makeup contains ingredients that actually age your skin, which is no good. After finding this new Makeup brand, I am hooked and won’t be using anything else, want to know why?
This makeup is made of only the good stuff. The ingredients in this makeup are actually beneficial to your skin! The ingredients are so pure you could eat them, no joke! Read below to find out what is in everything!
The power of belief is a magical thing. When you believe in an idea, you give it power. When it comes to crystals, some people believe, and some don’t. Past cultures have attributed certain stones to be protective, a love enhancer, a spiritual guide and more. The reality is stones, crystals, and other minerals work for some people and don’t for others. My opinion is, they work well in combination with other more tangible practices. For example, if you are attempting to relive anxiety, crystal healing in combination with orally taking CBD, applying lavender essential oil, and changing your eating habits could work very well.
Today we get to talk about CBD!
The wonderful thing about CBD Hemp Oil is that more people are finding ways to use it uniquely! It’s best known for relieving pain and anxiety. CBD oil has been used with pets, kids, and even us adults. I use CBD oil in two ways.
The first reason is pretty normal, I use it for joint pain relief. I get knee pain every now and then, so when I wake up in the morning I take about three fourths of a dropper and squirt it under my tongue. I let it sit there for about a minute and chase it down with some water. I suggest to take CBD oil away from food just so it can absorb into the body better.
The second way I like to use the oil is actually as a face serum! The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties of CBD oil can make a world of difference when applied to the skin. I use a few drops on my face in the morning before I apply lotion and sunscreen. CBD also has antibacterial properties which can help fight the development of acne, so if you are experiencing breakouts, this could help!
The CBD oil I’ve been using lately is made with MCT oil so you get a double whammy of goodness! MCT oil is great for brain function, hormone balance, and so much more! The MCT oil also makes the CBD oil much lighter than some other brands I have tried. Often times I come across CBD oils that are a very dark green, the one I’ve been using lately is super light and feels amazing on my skin. CBD Bio Naturals is the amazing brand I've been using lately. They sent me some to try, and now I'm hooked!
Stay Healthy,
Nikki
Alors, Ça Pousse? (ACP) In English it translates to "So that’s growing?" It’s the name of a French skin care line that has truly unique products completely derived from the Earth. I first found them on Instagram and was super intrigued by the way they describe their ingredients. They use solar created Flower Elixirs in their products. The goal of this process is to harvest the “vibratory message” of the plant, this will echo our emotions and inner well-being.
Their concept: Vibratory cosmetics for body and mind in an eco-design.
Their philosophy: Harmony with Nature and the cycles of the Moon.
The concept and philosophy speak to my inner hippie moonchild. The balms also last much longer that other creams you would normally buy, while being the most unique holistic products I’ve ever encountered. They don’t use any preservatives and provide consumers with a concentrated botanical formula because there is no water in the balms...
Check out this article to see lots of cute pictures! As most of you have gathered I'm all about eco-friendly brands. Oh Susannah® has a variety of products, but their pillow cases are created with eco-friendly inks! THE PILLOWS ARE ALSO SUPER SOFT! They are made with 120 Gram, silky soft, double brushed microfiber fabric. While I'm not totally sure what all the numbers mean, I know it feels mega soft against my sleepy face! The technique of putting the decorative element on is a permanent fiber dyeing process that leaves the decoration area soft and breathable so you can sleep on the pillowcases without feeling the print. I love sleeping on these pillowcases, almost as much as the dog loves taking up the whole bed!
Alright, I will admit that 2017 was not a year I met any fitness goals. It was the exact opposite. Instead of going to the gym 1-2 times a day and going to a yoga class daily, I was lucky to make it to the gym 3 times a week. I started doing yoga every other day, and as time went on I slowly started doing it twice a week. Quit the decrease in physical activity. I spent most of 2017 traveling and my workout routine just plummeted. But it’s a new year, and time to take fitness back!
Enough about me, now let’s talk about how to make this 2018 your sexiest year!
If you know me, you know I’m always avoiding toxins. I’m also a pasty Viking girl, so sunscreen on sunny days is a must! Most sunscreens now a das are filled with toxins, synthetics, chemical, and other gunk. About 5 years ago I started shying away from conventional sunscreens and made my own at home. I started using a mix of coconut oil, carrot seed oil, and red raspberry seed oil. That last oil is extremely expensive though! I didn’t start exploring mixing zinc into sunscreen until this last summer. And wow! The protection level just amplifies! While sunscreen yourself can be fun, it can also be pricy if you’re not buying things in bulk. I did find a sunscreen by Luna + Quartz that mixes some of my favorite natural sun protecting ingredients into one magic bottle.
I have found another gem to share with you. It’s a misting spray that makes your space smell amazing along with purifying the energy in the room. You’ll notice in the bottle that there is a black tourmaline and quartz crystal inside the bottle. These crystals also make great little keep sakes after you’ve finished the bottle! Let’s do a little recap of the ingredients in this glass bottle: Black tourmaline and crystal quartz infused alkaline water, palo santo essential oil, and cedar wood essential oil.
Over the last year, I’ve become very fond of salves. If you are unfamiliar with salves, it is usually a solid blend of different oils that have healing benefits. Some people describe them as body balms. I use a few different types of products like this, but I recently found one with a very unique quality. It is infused with the power of a mineral called Aventurine! Of course, this crystal magic comes from Luna + Quartz! As a hippie child, I totally fell in love with salve.
I wanted to take a moment to go through each ingredient in this salve so you can see if it’s something you’ll be putting on your Christmas list this year. Click below to keep reading....
One thing I’ve noticed in my days of being an eco-friendly water bottle owner: Most water bottles you find usually are a solid color of some sort, kind of clunky and usually not the chicest thing to carry around with you. Nothing like trying to stay hydrated at an event in LA and pulling out your bright blue water bottle. Or being the girl in Whole Foods that drops her water bottle and the noise is so loud everyone looks to see if someone is ringing a cowbell in the store. But nope! It’s just me being a klutz!
So, I decided to make a change. I recently got the Bronze Gold Cloudy Grey from HYDY. They are a California brand making eco-friendly water vessels that are uniquely chic! Below you’ll see my top 3 reasons to go chic with HYDY.
All right. I’ll admit. I don’t have style… I mean… I know what I like, but when I go shopping, the stuff I pick out to try on looks just like stuff I’ve already got in my closet. I just don’t really know how to shop. However, I can look at a girl with an outfit on and think, YES, I want that look, but putting it together, that’s not my thing. I have lots of stylish friends, and trust me when I hang out with my girls in Beverly Hills, Clair and Jules, I love how they dress me up in their clothes. It makes me feel more confident, and like I actually belong in LA.
I’ve been adulting for a few years now, and sometimes it can get a little crazy. Especially when you're building your own business, working to build other people’s businesses and all the other things that go along with your 20’s. Health insurance and student loans are two issues that always seem to get at me. It’s funny that getting health insurance would be one of the things that stresses me out, because stress is not good for your health! With all these little built up issues sometimes we just need to chill out! And I know a lot of us out there will preach about exercise, mediation, yoga, or really any kind of activity that can help you reduce stress in life. But honestly, when I’m super stressed, mediating becomes almost impossible, especially if I’m attempting to do it on my own without a guide. While yoga totally helps me clear my mind, sometimes all the emotional stress is met with being physically exhausted. When this happens, there is only one thing I can advise....
For years, I’ve used Essential Oils as a perfume. Which has its pros and cons. However, I came across a brand that creates fragrance that complies with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to make sure all of their ingredients are responsibly sourced! Because they work with IUCN they do choose to use safe synthetics over botanicals when harvesting them could actually harm the environment or the species.
Dropping a short blog just to give you my opinion on why you should keep your closet stocked with active clothes that you love! I'm not talking about raggedy old t-shirts and spandex that you used to wear for high school volleyball. Unless you are on a serious budget, splurge a little on yourself so you can feel great in workout clothes that will inspire you to get your sweat on!
I love the act of physically writing. I'm talking pen to paper. Whether it’s daily to do’s, mini poems, wish lists, workouts, love letters, mantras, affirmations, journal entries, or whatever fun little thing pops into my brain that I want to get out, I love writing! I’m also a sucker for aesthetics and I don’t just like writing and doodling in any old notebook. It’s got to look awesome! I want the object to draw me in, so much so, it makes me want to write in it. Graphique De France has products that are straight up made for girl bosses. Being someone who has her hands in everything with multiple business of her own and employers, I like having lots of notebooks for different clients and projects.
To be cozy, is to be your authentic self! You’ll be totally comfortable and relaxed mentally and physically in the right sweater! When you know you’re looking sexy and cozy… You’re not concerned with your own body image, and you’re not focused on your possible after dinner food baby bump! You feel totally covered, and totally engulfed in warmth and confidence. Your sweater almost acts as a safety blanket.
Cozy Sweaters are easy to fall in love with! You know you’ve found one when you notice yourself wearing it more than 3 days a week. It quickly becomes part of your Netflix night attire, your after yoga cover up, and so much more, which leads to it becoming a staple in your life!
It’s got to flatter your body. Adding shape to the curves you want enhanced....
In todays’ world life can be hectic and overwhelming. And while I am not a materialistic person, sometime possessing items to remind you to check in with yourself and be mindful can be advantageous. When I pick out jewelry, I usually look for the symbolic meanings it possesses. This could perhaps be in a stone, icon, sign, or some type of representation of an important symbol...
