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Benefits of Coconut Water

Coconut water benefits are pretty amazing, it is a very pure liquid second to water, so it is no wonder it will benefit you in your quest for looking younger.

This is definitely one of Mother Nature’s best drinks, it is a powerhouse of anti aging properties, and many celebrities are drinking it by the dozen, one in particular I have read about is Madonna.

The coconuts are picked unripe, so there is still liquid in them, otherwise if they are allowed to ripen, the liquid inside will become part of the white flesh of the coconut.

The white part is used to make coconut milk; this is not the same as coconut water!

Coconut water’s electrolyte (aid in a number of vital bodily processes) content is very similar to human plasma, and therefore making it a fantastic sports drink, giving you oral re hydration. This is a far better sports drink then the commercial one’s available.

Over the years, pure coconut water has been used by doctors as an intravenous fluid, because it is completely compatible with the human body.

Coconut water can do so much for you it is absolutely amazing! Combine this with the health benefits of water and you are on a winning streak for looking younger.

It is rich in minerals such as; sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, copper phosphorus, potassium, proteins, vitamins C and B, glucose (a type of sugar found in the blood), contains no fat, and despite its sweet taste it has no sugar.

Those who drink coconut water on a regular basis usually have a smooth and lovely complexion, and considering how good this stuff is for you, it is no wonder!

Coconut Water Health Benefits

helps promote weight loss boost your immune system fight viruses boost poor circulation aids digestion by removing toxins boost thyroid health keep body at proper temperature carry nutrients and oxygen to cells help break up kidney stones great for liver problems such as hepatitis reduce urinary problems helps eliminate swelling in hands and feet good for burns great for hangovers

Drinking pure coconut water on a regular basis will help to reduce wrinkles and sagging skin, giving strength and elasticity to the skin. Something we all want as we get older.

History and folklore (circulated by word of mouth, beliefs, and legends) say coconut water has incredible healing powers, which is now being confirmed by medical research and clinical observation.

Coconut water is a common ingredient in beauty products used for hair and skin.

Where to Buy Coconut Water

You can purchase coconut water from your local organic grocery store, health food store or here online. Coconut water health benefits are definitely worth it.

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Orange Mask

“As much as we love fancy face masks in pretty jars, there’s something so feel-good about whipping one up from scratch. Baking soda is the bomb when it comes to exfoliating skin and banishing blackheads—think mini microderm treatment. Just add orange juice to tighten pores which will also naturally brighten thanks to the Vitamin C.

Directions:

-Mix 1 Tbsp orange juice with 1 Tbsp baking soda to create a paste.

-Spread a thin layer on face, neck, and décolletage. Leave on for 20 minutes (the tingling means its working).

-Dampen finger tips and scrub mask in circular motions for extra exfoliation.

-Rinse and admire your fresh-faced glow!

Note: You may experience minor redness following the mask. This will disappear shortly. Sensitive skin types may want to leave treatment on for shorter periods of time.

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Cleaning Your Brushes

Cleaning your brushes is actually important. Your makeup brushes are full of old makeup and dead skin cells. And, when you think about it, do you really want to put that onto the sensitive skin on your face? It just sounds gross lol.

I know of two different ways to clean your brushes without having to buy the solution. These are easy to do with products that everyone has around the house.

1. Is by mixing a small bit of Olive Oil and Anti-Bacterial Soap.

Dip the tip of your brush in it and gently wash your brush in warm water until the water is clean.

2. Use your shampoo and conditioner. And just do as I wrote above to wash.

I clean my brushes twice a month. But apparently it should be more than that. For hygienic reasons. And it also depends on how often you use your brushes, I tend to use my hands more often. So you're the best person to judge how often they need to be cleaned.

**On a side note: sometimes brushes don't have what they're supposed to be used for. My first brushes didn't and I was so lost. The easiest thing to do is to take a sharpie and label away!

And then in the future, buy brushes that say what they're for lol.

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Cucumber and Oatmeal

Cucumbers are always so refreshing. Just thinking about them quenches my thirst.

We all know of the classic skin care use for a cucumber is to place slices over your eyes to help with the dark circles.

There is a reason for that!

Cucumbers, because of their wealth in water, vitamin E and natural fats, are one of the best remedies for the external care of skin. They contribute with all their fats and water to soften and hydrate your epidermis. They return all the freshness and texture that your skin has been losing as a consequences of the environmental aggressions caused by the action of free radicals.

Being chalk full of antioxidants, they are wonderful for skin that’s suffered the consequences of a prolonged exposure to the sun, or in case of frostbite. They can help with skin types suffering from blemishes, oily skin, dermatitis, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, or fire burns.

Cucumbers can also help fight against acne. The use of these fruits can even out the skin tone, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles better than any expensive creams that’re on the market.

Below is only one of the many cucumber masks that I’m aware of.

Ingredients:

1 Small Cucumber

1 Cup of Oatmeal

1 Teaspoon Yogurt (IF you have oily skin) OR 1 Teaspoon Milk (IF you have dry skin)

You’ll also need a Blender.

Steps:

Blend the cucumber until it has a smooth consistency.

Mix the Cup of Oatmeal with the Cucumber until it forms a paste.

Mix ONE TEASPOON of paste with the one teaspoon of Yogurt OR milk.

Put evenly onto face.

Leave on for 30 minutes.

Rinse with cool water, and put on moisturizer.

**The Oatmeal/ Cucumber combo can be left in a container in your pantry for a few days. Do NOT refrigerate.

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