So its been awhile since I have posted some of my work on my makeup blog. I figured since it is a MAKEUP blog I should be posting a little more of what I do for you guys to see. So here are some looks that I have done in the past few months. I do have another blog that I am no longer using but is still up, so I think I will just convert all those photos to this blog so you guys can see everything from one easy place.
This skull look was one I was just recently playing around with. I plan on making this much more detailed and super neat! But for now this was just a fun test of color and new cosmetic products I was trying out.
This was one I saw on Pinterest and just had to replicate it with a twist of my own color. I started with black and white and added the red to pop the look out a little more. My amazing model was super nervous at first but was quickly excited to see that makeup wasnt just for girls to be pretty! haha I had an awesome time creating this look and it only took 20 minutes!
So this last picture has three people in it and the two girls on the right and the left were my work. This is some of my current and most favorite work to do. I am LOVING the skin toned skull faces. Ive been teaching some classes on how to recreate these looks because they really are so simple but so jaw dropping to people.
For some people this may be a simple habit to break, for others it really may be a challenge. Soda is something that almost reaches every part of the earth for people these days. For some, it is a delicacy, for others its their morning ritual before starting their day. Whether it gets you going or is your treat for the day how good is it really for your body? Most of us know but just deny the thought that it really is super unhealthy for you. Yes the sugar can make it bad but the effects it has on you long term are much worse. How so? Here are some facts that may change the way you see soda, or help you get that motivation to slow down and even stop your intake of the stuff.
(All facts original places will be linked below each fact!)
FACTS:
1. Dehydration
Because of the caffeine and sodium in soda this causes the body to become dehydrated and lack water over time. This had led many to chronic dehydration without even having to be in the sun! How do you know your dehydrated? The first time you feel like you need water means you are already dehydrated and your body is craving it. Some people can drink way more water then others especially if they have a faster metabolism. Dont let Soda slow you down! Stay hydrated with water instead!
http://wellnessmama.com/379/reasons-to-avoid-soda/
2. Weight Gainer!
There are two different types of sugar, fructose and glucose. Soda contains fructose which unfortunately does not process through the body the same way as glucose does. The brain is supposed to regulate the sugar intake in the body but when you drink soda there is enough fructose in the drink that it doesnt process in the brain and only adds extra unneeded sugar to the body. In a study 17% of people to drank soda while dieting gained 17 more calories every time instead of losing any actual weight! Dont be that 17%! Lower your soda intake!
https://authoritynutrition.com/13-ways-sugary-soda-is-bad-for-you/
3. Long Term Effects
Soda has many long term effects that even the healthiest people can obtain. The top two effects are Diabetes, and Heart attacks. These two conditions are both obtained from too much sugars or added fats to your body. Over time your liver will also begin to weaken because it cannot process the unneeded sugars and cornstarch which will lead to a weaker immune system.
The long term effects are so serious but we tend to forget that because soda seems like such an innocent thing. Now if you like to drink it and dont prefer to stop there is no judgment there, but here are the facts about it. If you are trying to break the habit or just reduce how much soda you contain make this your drive to stop. I stopped drinking soda recently and it definitely wasnt an easy call but I cannot describe how great my body already feels even after a short time! Its worth the cravings, and withdraw headaches because nothing is greater then feeling great and knowing you are trying to be just a tad healthier.
Ive been excited to blog about this for a while but was definitely surprised at the result I got from this. summer time is full of many things, laying out, being in the water, and getting that summer body. One great way to get started on your healthier body is to detox it first. There are literally hundreds of detoxes you can try in the world so dont just stop at the first one you see. This detox is a very natural one so it really is just helping you cleanse your body with lots of water and getting rid of unneeded sugars. We call these Mason Jar Detox Drinks! Fruity drink mixes that also look so cute! This is a very short detox unless you plan on doing it for more then one day and if you are a fruity person who likes a little flavor to your water then this is an awesome thing for you. If you are trying to get off soda like me I highly recommend this for a change in your taste buds! Here is how I did it :)
Products You Will Need:
1. At least 3 (16oz) Mason Jars (or more if you want to do more then one day)
2. Pineapple
3. Strawberries
4. Lemons
5. Limes
6. Fresh Mint
7. Blue Berries
8. Raspberries
9. Water
10. Fridge
And any other fruit you like, I Picked these top ones that are used most frequently.
Directions:
Take two fruits of your choice at a time and slice them up into pieces.
Place a few of these pieces in on or more of your jars
Cut up 4 more fruits for two different jars and place the pieces in the jars
Fill Jars with 8oz of water
Refrigerate overnight
Drink one for every meal or three different jars three times a day!
Very simple recipe but from my experience doing this when placing lemon, limes, or anything that may have a sour taste in a jar only place 1 or 2 pieces! My friend and I made that mistake of putting 3 or 4 pieces of lemons and limes and the water was too sour to drink! I would mix lemons or limes with strawberries or black berries to even out the sweet and sour. Also when putting mint in only put 1 piece! Mint is SUPER strong and unless you absolutely love it, I promise you will regret it!
Here is a pic of where me and my friend spent the day drinking our fruit water! It was amazing!
I hope you liked this detox post because I really enjoyed trying it! If you have any fun summer detoxes or routines let me know! More summer routines to come!
