Lights ON!

Lights ON!
Brighten up your holiday season glow with 3 natural life hacks.

Have you ever noticed that around the holiday season, your skin starts to lose its glow? Like no seriously, have you? Have you analyzed your skin in the mirror after a nice, hot steamy shower?  If yes, you’ve probably noticed enlarged pores, peeling/pale looking skin, possibly even a wind rash!
If you have one or all of what was listed above, don’t worry, this short read has you covered. Step out from the dark and coldness the winter weather has to offer and step into the brightness of the holiday season with these DIYS/steps to an everlasting natural glow!

Chestnut your Cleanser
That’s right, ‘chestnut your cleanser’. Now you’re probably wondering, what does that even mean? THtherapy is a 100% Korean brand that offers handmade 100% chestnut shell bar soaps that can be used for the face and body. This chestnut bar soap is mainly made up of chestnut shell powder as well as sunflower and olive oil to give your skin a deep pore cleansing (THtherapy). This bar also ensures that it’s preservative free. You can believe that your skin will be left feeling moisturized and smooth.
Who should use: individuals with dry skin

Feed your Frankincense Fantasies
Although you probably haven’t given much thought to frankincense, aren’t you now just a little curious to see how it can be beneficial to your skin? Well let’s dig into a quick ‘Did You Know – Christmas style’ edition. Frankincense is well known for its natural astringent properties meaning it has the ability to balance oil production as it also tightens the skin! (Dr. Rita Linkner).  It’s also known for improving tone and strengthens the elasticity of the skin (Sonya Dakar). This charmer has proven it carries tissue remodeling properties! (Sonya Dakar) How exciting is that? You could purchase a serum containing Frankincense such as Marie Veronique Lightening serum. You could also purchase frankincense essential oils from any health store and drop recommended 6-10 droplets into your favourite moisturizer, shampoo, body lotion, night cream/serum, etc (Stephanie Gerber). You’ll see results in no time.
Who should use: individuals with acne prone, uneven toned, blemish skin as well as mature, prone to pre mature aging skin.

‘Tis the Toner
Let’s be realistic; if you use toners, you know that toners are and should be used for every season! Modern day toners help the skin to restore and stabilize its natural moisture and pH levels. Toners also help exfoliate the skin which helps with the absorption of serums and/or moisturizers (Gunna Covert). You’re probably wondering, how can a product that is mostly water based cause so many wonderful effects. Really it’s easy! When toners were first created, they were made with alcohol and water to help individuals with acne prone skin (Sejal Shah, MD). Whereas modern toners used today carry water and a mixture of natural ingredients and botanicals that provide purified and hydrated skin (Tammy Yaiser). Toners today also provide extra aid in impurity removal from a post face wash (Debra Jaliman, MD). All these benefits will have your Christmas selfie shining bright!
Who should use: Ho Ho Ho, Everybodyyyyy! *Santa Claus voice*