Since I have dark hair, lemon juice doesn't do a thing to add natural highlights to my hair. I've even experimented with cranberry juice, but I never really noticed much of a difference. Many years ago a friend turned me on to using henna. It doesn't contain a bunch of synthetic chemicals, instead it is a plant based dye. The green leaves are dried and then crushed into a powder. You just Read more

Are your feet just plain sick of pulling on and off those heavy winter boots? Are your dogs tired of being stuffed into dark shoes? Are your feet calloused from hibernating in heavy socks? Well now is the time to do some spring cleaning of your feet. Try this salt scrub to rejuvenate your tired feet while smoothing out the callouses. Mix together: 1 Tablespoon of coarse, clean sand 1/4 cup Read more

Generally the starlets begin their red carpet beauty regimen about a week before the Oscars. Treatments like "extractions", an esthetician squeezing out black heads, can leave the skin looking a little bruised, red and irritated. While extractions are ultimately good for the skin, the short term effects can resemble unwanted blemishes. I know we're a little behind schedule but here is a home Read more

I have written about the joys of sugar scrubs before, but here is a recipe to make your own. Mix in a plastic bowl: ½ cup of raw turbinado sugar (or brown sugar) ¼ cup of honey Add 3-4 drops of essential oil if you have some around. Use scrub all over your body once you are in the shower. If you have bath gloves or a loofah use those for scrubbing. Focus a little extra on areas that tend to Read more

It is winter and red skin seems overly abundant - the harsh cold and over drying heat can really thrash the tender flesh of your face. Try this simple mango aloe toner to soothe your chapped or windburned cheeks. You are going to need: 1 cup aloe vera gel, chilled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mango 1 lime, juiced Puree the aloe vera gel, chopped mango, and the juice of one Read more

I am always looking for spa treatments I can do in my home with ingredients found readily in my fridge. After a day of harsh weather on the mountain skiing or sitting in an over heated office, it is a great idea to treat yourself to a moisturizing masque. Feed your skin and relax your mind at the same time. Here is a great moisturizing masque made with just avocados and eggs, courtesy of the Read more

I told you about an interesting use of lemon juice for the Master Cleaner, but if you are looking for an at home revitalization, how about making your own lemon facial spritzer. All you need is: 1 lemon 1/2 tsp cold water Mix the lemon juice and the water in a bowl. Pat on to your face after cleansing (or a refreshing facial) with a makeup remover pad. The lemon’s acidity acts like a toner to Read more