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Self Love

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Poem

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Rather than analyzing and fantasizing how to keep score — the correct way.

I have been unconsciously keeping score, I’ve done this when —

I bought clothes

I bought shoes

I bought jewelry.

Have You Stopped Dreaming?

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Poem

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Dreams can fade over time.

They can,

wither

diminish

subside

dwindle

dry up, even die away— if you let them.

Rediscovering Yoga

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Yoga

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I thought yoga was boring, until I found one that was right for me and the bonus was discovering the many benefits.

Facials, Much More Than Relaxing Treatments

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Facials

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Facials are the key to clear, soft, smooth, glowing skin year round.

How To Blend Aromatherapy Oils

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Massage, Skin Care

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Aromatherapy oils are relaxing and promotes overall good health. 

DIY Body Scrubs That You Can Make With Your Children

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Body Scrubs, Skin Care

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These scrubs are super easy to make and fun to make with your children.

I finally found something me and my daughter can make together that does not include eating.

We found these recipes on the web and tweaked them a little.

Will Laser Hair Removal Harm My Brown Skin?

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Skin Care

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I’ve been considering Laser Hair Removal for a while now.  I have been hesitant because of the horror stories of laser treatments gone bad. 

How I Became Skin Savvy

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Skin Care

If you know your skin type and know how to care for it, then you are skin savvy.  For those of you not sure, hopefully my skin story will help.

Before I became an Esthetician, the only thing I could tell you about my skin was, it’s oily and I have occasional break-outs and some dark spots.  Due to the break-outs, I was using products for acne.  Which would have been ok if I was using them correctly.  As a result my skin had become dry, irritated, and I experienced some peeling.

Do’s & Don’ts of Hyperpigmentation for African American Skin

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Ethnic Hyperpigmentation

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I suffer from post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).  Through research and trying many products and facial treatments, I’ve learned that this condition is difficult to treat. Especially if using incorrect products and treatments for your skin type.