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Self Love Requires Honesty | #SLS

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I've come to realize, the hard way, that I've had and still have a lot of healing to do! Self Love is not an overnight thing *insert Percy Sledge song*. It takes time to reach a comfortable level of contentment with self. It's a journey; one of upward toil but one of positive growth. In our journey of Self Love, it is integral that we seek to know ourselves, accept who we are and live freely in our truth.  In seeking to know and embrace our truest selves, a process of self reflection and introspection helps. The trauma; experiences that we go through have fashioned us into the persons that we are today. Our personalities, our self esteem; the way we interact with others, our imposed standards, our expectations are all influenced by the way we see ourselves; by the way we think and feel about ourselves. It's 'human nature' to first be negative before positive and unappreciative before we see good, so in order to change our thinki...

Cupcake.D.Lab: ❤ Sweet Lime Facial ❤

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Hey Loves!! Last Friday I indulged is this delectably sweet and tangy facial. I loved it!! It is definitely one of my faves. And no, I didn't eat it! :) Do you suffer from blotchy, uneven skin or do you want an all natural way to deep cleanse skin without drying it out? Then this facial is for you. :) Enjoy! Click on Photos to expand. ❤ Sweet Lime Facial ❤ You'll Need: INGREDIENTS 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 3.5 Tablespoons Lime Juice (The juice of 3 small limes) 1 Pinch of Sea Salt EQUIPMENT A small bowl Tablespoons Flat Face/Art Brush METHOD 1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, using spoons to add ingredients and all so to mix. 2. Apply to face with a brush that would help it to lay flat and stay to face. The pores of the skin must be opened prior to application of the facial using either a facial steamer or a hot water wash cloth. The opened pores helps the facial to be better absorbed by the skin. 3. T...

Cupcake.D.Lab: ❤ Fresh Tomato Facial ❤

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Hi my Loves... Today I worked in the lab again, but luckily it didn't take me even 10 minutes to whip up this quick recipe that you'll thank me for. Better yet, your pores, your skin, will thank you!! :) Click on Photos to expand. ❤ Fresh Tomato Facial ❤ You'll Need: INGREDIENTS 1 Small Tomato (As seen in the photo) 2 Small Limes That's It! EQUIPMENT A knife A blender/food processor A bowl Flat Face/Art Brush METHOD 1.Wash the tomato and the limes. 2.Cut the limes in half and squeeze their juices into the blender. You don't need to take the seeds out. You can also opt to stir in the lime juice last. 3. Cut the tomato into pieces, put the pieces in the blender, cover the blender and blend on the lowest setting for about 10 - 15 seconds, or until the tomato has been pureed. Easy Right?! ;) 4. Apply the Fresh Tomato Facial with the flat brush to face (skin) that has been steamed using a steamer or a hot water wash clo...

Cupcake.D.Lab: ❤ Potato Face Mask ❤

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Hey You!! Potato Face! Yes You!... I'm just kidding, but earlier today if someone saw me and said the same thing, I would not have been surprised at all!! Today was my Home Spa Day (which I recommend every woman should have 1, 2 or 3 [like me] per week) and it was wonderful. I made a face mask that I know you will surely enjoy. (Click on pictures to expand). ❤ Potato Face Mask ❤ You'll Need: INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons, finely grated, clean with skin, irish potato 1 heaping tablespoon All Purpose Flour 1 egg Yolk 1 tablespoon of EVOO EQUIPMENT A small bowl A hand grater (To grate potato finely) Tablespoons Flat Face/Art Brush METHOD 1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, using spoons to add ingredients and also to mix. 2. Apply to face, neck and chest with a brush that would help it to lay flat and stick on face. 3. After applying, let mask sit on face for 15-20 minutes to dry or speed up the process by sitting in front a standing fan fo...

Cupcake.D.Lab: ❤ Homemade Mayo-Oat Facial :) ❤

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Hey Loves!!! I recently posted how important skin care is to me . I just love taking care of my skin. In the Cupcake.D.Lab, you can always find me mixing or blending skin (and hair) care goodies. Today I indulged in a facial that was oh so beneficial!! I just had to share it with you. :) *Click on pictures for a better view. ❤   Mayo-Oat Facial  ❤ You'll Need: INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons Mayo 1 table spoon rolled oats 1 table spoon brown sugar 1 table spoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) Juice of 1 Medium Lime (As shown it the photo) A pinch of Sea Salt EQUIPMENT A small bowl Table Spoons Flat Face/Art Brush 2 Baby Wipes METHOD 1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, using spoons to add ingredients and all so to mix. 2. Apply to face with a brush that would help it to lay flat and stay to face. 3. The brush can be used to gently massage the face, neck and chest, after the facial is applied. Massage in circular motions for 2 minutes. 4. ...

Skin Care Is A MUST!! :)

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Anyone who knows me personally knows that I love taking care of my skin.  Some of my friends may even attest to the smooth and soft appearance of my skin! I really enjoy taking care of my skin and I believe that every woman (and man alike) should make time every day to take care of their skin. Your skin requires 110% of your love and devotion in order to appear and feel the way you want it to... Soft, Smooth, Supple, Energized, Moisturized, Hydrated, Glowing, Full of Life!! Neglecting your skin now can lead to you hating it as you grow older.... :( ❤   Skin Care Starts From Inside -> Out! I cannot stress how much influence what you eat and drink have on the appearance of your skin.  It is important to have a healthy diet in order to have and keep the skin of your dreams... Many skin conditions are influenced by what we eat, like acne and dry skin so it is also important to include those good foods in our diet that help to give us good skin . <<< Check...