Winterizing Skin Care for Women ❄️❄️🧊

#Winterize Your Skin Care: Essential Tips and DIY Recipes for Women

As the temperatures drop and the air becomes drier, our skin often bears the brunt of the harsh winter conditions. To keep your skin healthy, glowing, and hydrated during these chilly months, it’s essential to adjust your skin care routine. Here’s how to winterize your skin care, along with some easy DIY recipes to keep your skin nourished.

## Why Winter Skin Care is Important

Cold weather can lead to moisture loss, making skin dry, flaky, and prone to irritation. This is particularly true for women, as hormonal changes can affect skin hydration levels. By taking proactive measures, you can protect your skin from winter's harsh effects.

## Tips for Winterizing Your Skin Care Routine

1. Switch to a Hydrating Cleanser

During winter, opt for cream-based or oil-based cleansers instead of foaming ones. These will cleanse your skin without stripping away its natural oils.

2. Exfoliate Gently

While exfoliation is important year-round, in winter, it’s crucial to be gentle. Use a mild exfoliator to remove dead skin cells without causing irritation. Aim for once a week

3. Invest in a Rich Moisturizer

Choose a thicker moisturizer that contains hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or ceramides. These ingredients help lock in moisture and create a barrier against the cold.

 4. Don’t Forget Sunscreen

Winter sun can be just as damaging as summer sun. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30, even on cloudy days.

5. Hydrate from Within

Drink plenty of water and incorporate hydrating foods into your diet, such as fruits and vegetables, to support your skin from the inside out.

 6. Use a Humidifier

Combat dry indoor air by using a humidifier. This adds moisture to the air and helps prevent your skin from drying out.

 DIY Winter Skin Care Recipes

1. Nourishing Winter Face Mask

**Ingredients:**

- 1 ripe avocado

- 1 tablespoon honey

- 1 tablespoon yogurt

**Instructions:**

1. Mash the avocado in a bowl.

2. Mix in honey and yogurt until smooth.

3. Apply the mask to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

4. Rinse with warm water.

*Benefits:* Avocado is rich in fats and vitamins, honey provides hydration, and yogurt adds probiotics for healthy skin.

2. Moisturizing Body Scrub

**Ingredients:**

- 1 cup sugar or sea salt

- ½ cup coconut oil

- 10 drops of essential oil (e.g., lavender or eucalyptus)

**Instructions:**

1. Mix the sugar or salt with coconut oil until combined.

2. Add essential oil and stir well.

3. Use this scrub in the shower to exfoliate and hydrate your skin.

*Benefits:* This scrub removes dead skin cells while leaving your skin soft and moisturized.

3. Hydrating Lip Balm

**Ingredients:**

- 2 tablespoons beeswax

- 2 tablespoons coconut oil

- 1 tablespoon shea butter

- A few drops of essential oil (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. Melt beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter in a double boiler.

2. Stir in essential oil if using.

3. Pour into small containers and let cool.

*Benefits:* This lip balm will protect and hydrate your lips from the winter elements.

 4. Soothing Hand Cream

**Ingredients:**

- ½ cup shea butter

- ¼ cup coconut oil

- ¼ cup almond oil

- A few drops of essential oil (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. Melt shea butter and coconut oil together.

2. Remove from heat and stir in almond oil and essential oil.

3. Allow to cool slightly, then whip with a hand mixer until fluffy.

*Benefits:* This cream provides deep hydration for dry, cracked hands.

## Conclusion

Winter doesn’t have to mean dry, dull skin. By adjusting your skin care routine and incorporating these DIY recipes, you can maintain healthy, radiant skin all season long. Embrace the winter months with confidence, knowing your skin is well taken care of!

Keep Your Smile Looking Good Into The New Year!

With the New Year approaching, it's time to start thinking about the things you want to change in 2018! A toothbrush change may seem like a minor change, but once you try Dr. Plotka's Mouth Watchers, you're going to be asking yourself why you didn't do it earlier! Start the New Year feeling fresh with a bright, clean Smile...

New Year, New Toothbrush With Doctor Plotka’s™

Start 2018 right with the leading toothbrush for better health

With New Year celebrations being planned and holiday treats being eaten, who has time to worry about teeth? Keep your smile looking and feeling good all year long with Doctor Plotka’s™! The leading toothbrush for better health, naturally Antimicrobial Bristles infused with silver offer a breakthrough in oral care by providing the optimal cleaning experience

Revitalize your smile for the New Year with Doctor Plotka’s™: 

NATURALLY ANTIMICROBIAL* BRISTLES For Better Health - Infused with silver to naturally eliminate 99.9% of bacteria that grows on the bristles between uses, this innovative tool is always  clean and ready for the next use! Doctor Plotka’s™ helps achieve better overall health by not reintroducing harmful bacteria into your mouth and body.
 Dentist Developed - Dr. Ronald Plotka designed this innovative toothbrush as part of his thriving 40+ year Boston-based dental practice. Its technology has helped hundreds of his patients prevent cavities and achieve better oral health.

LONG LASTING POLYESTER BRISTLES - You’ll get up to one extra month worth of use thanks to the polyester bending and upgraded properties. (The ADA - American Dental Association- recommend changing your toothbrush every 3 months. The Doctor Plotka’s brush will last about 4!)

FLOSSING BRISTLES™ - Revolutionary, dual-layered bristle structure provides superior cleaning: the outer bristles, thin as a human hair, gently brush away food and plaque in places other brushes miss! Getting deep down the groves, this toothbrush cleans where 90% of cavities form! With thicker inner bristles, you’ll get a complete cleaning of the teeth and gums every time.

Make a New Year’s resolution for better oral health with help from Doctor Plotka’s™! Toothbrushes come in Manual and Power, available in Adult, Youth and and Travel sizes and range in price from $4.99 to $24.99 for the power pack.

Xoxo Jess

Coconut Beauty 101

I pulled some of our favorite coconut products that you will go coco-nuts for! 😊

 

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula will nourish your body, face, and hair!

All of Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula products contain ethically and sustainably sourced Coconut Oil and Tahitian Monoï Oil, infused with Tiaré flower petals. Try the Coconut Oil Body Lotion, Hand Cream, or the favorite Swivel Stick which are all infused with natural ingredients deliver luxuriously rich moisturization for decadently pampered skin.

Try the new Coconut Oil Facial line that harnesses all of the nourishing, skin-transforming properties of raw coconut oil and Tahitian Monoї to restore skin’s natural radiance. Featuring a Cleansing Balm, Facial Oil, Facial Moisturizer, Facial Mask and Facial Scrub, each product is formulated without harsh ingredients to hydrate and revitalize skin for a healthy, luminous complexion.Make your hair stronger and shinier from within with the Coconut Oil Formula Haircare line! Featuring a Shampoo and Conditioner, Protein Pack, Dry Oil Mist, Hair Polisher serum and a few others, each product is formulated with raw, natural ingredients deeply hydrate, repair damage and give hair incredible shine.

 

Tree Hut’s Coconut Lime line will exfoliate and hydrate your skin!

Experience the luscious, tropical scent of Coconut and Lime at home! Natural Coconut and Lime Extract condition damaged skin. Infused with Certified Organic Shea Butter, Coconut and Lime Extracts and an array of natural oils, you can’t go wrong with the Sugar Scrub, Body Butter, Hand Lotion or Body Wash from Tree Hut!

 

Pump up your freshness withSimply Summer's Eve™ Coconut Water Gentle Foaming Wash or Cleansing Cloths!

Formulated with Coconut Extract, this line will leave you feeling fresh all day! Infused with botanical extracts to cater to your most intimate parts, the Coconut Water Gentle Foaming Wash and Cloths works with a woman’s body to help maintain a natural pH.

 

Lip Obsessed? 4 Tips for Luscious Lips

               

The desire for full lips is not anything new. From classic bombshells like Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren to today’s starlets such as Margot Robbie, Angelina Jolie and Rihanna, luscious kissable lips are a trend that never goes out of style. Kylie Jenner has made lip augmentation a hot topic with countless pouting selfies and millions of Instagram followers. Social media is always buzzing with debates over models with fuller lips. How full is too full? When does it start looking fake?

Why such an obsession with a perfect pout? We spoke to Dr. John Zannis board certified plastic surgeon in New Bern North Carolina, to get to the bottom of why now, more than ever the lips are a facial focal point and what women can do to achieve the look.

People see Kylie Jenner’s Instagram and think they’ll just get lip injections too. “The more that celebrities admit to having lip injections and the more attention this particular procedure receives in the media, the more accessible it becomes.” He adds, “The danger is, that the procedure is complicated. Not just anyone can do a lip augmentation artfully and naturally,” explains Dr. Zannis.

There are ways to work with what you have got. Dr. Zannis explains that the key is to strive for facial symmetry. “If you use lip liners, glosses and other cosmetics to create a fuller look consider your other features and natural lip shape.”

4 Tips for Luscious Lips

1.   Use matte liquid lipstick.

Liquid lipstick is popular because it’s easy! It goes on like a lip-gloss but dries matte on your lips like a lipstick and is nearly impossible to smear or take off without makeup remover. Liquid lipstick ideal for creating a bombshell look for a night out or special occasion where you want lipstick to stay put for a long time.

You can use it to make your lips appear fuller, shapely and defined, depending on what your “perfect look” entails. Try one of the best-reviewed brands like LA Splash Cosmetics or Kat Von D.

2.   Go for lip fillers.

Dr.  Zannis who works with fillers explains that lip fillers are a great option if you want to alter the shape and volume of your lips semi-permanently. “They mostly contain hyaluronic acid, which can be injected safely in multiple sessions. The amount is easy to control by a skilled cosmetic surgeon, which allows you to achieve your goal gradually. The effects last around six months, at which point you may do another round of injections.” He goes on to say that achieving a natural look is the goal and that over-filled cartoon mouths look distorted.

3.   Try some cool contouring techniques.

Contouring is another awesome makeup trick to achieve a fuller look. It involves using lighter and darker shades of makeup to play up your features and give you a more defined, chiseled look. The great part is you probably have all you need in your makeup bag already. There are plenty lip-contouring tutorials on YouTube for free.

4.   Use a lip plumper.

Lip plumpers are great in that they are easy to use, non-invasive, work fast and are affordable. They’re typically infused with lip tingling ingredients like cinnamon, pepper and peppermint which leads to an instant, yet slight swelling.

Too Faced Lip Injection Extreme is a popular choice among make-up artists and beauty industry pros. When used both morning and night the difference is noticeable fast!

Clearly there are many options to achieve your “perfect” pout. Experiment!

 
About The Doctor:

Dr. John Zannis is a New Bern, North Carolina board-certified plastic surgeon and best selling author. A graduate of Stanford University and The University of Cincinnati Medical College, he received his formal training in General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina under the guidance of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Louis Argenta. During this time, he performed over 5,000 surgical procedures and covered all aspects of plastic surgery including cosmetic surgery of the face and body, complex reconstructive procedures of face and body, cleft lip and palate surgery, hand surgery, facial and jaw fracture repair, and reconstruction following massive weight loss. He blends his interests and studies of classical art and symmetry to his surgery practices. Connect with him via twitter @JohnZannisMD or his website www.zannisplasticsurgery.com 

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New From ACURE Organics This Fall!

      

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The latest launches from ACURE Organics are the perfect way to keep that yummy summer scent around all year long. With the ACURE Coconut Cleansing Towelettes, Straightening Shampoo, Straightening Conditioner, and Coconut Dry Oil Spray, hair, skin, and body stay fresh and hydrated during the cold winter months.

The ACURE Straightening Shampoo and Conditioner ($9.99 each) are infused with Marula Oil and Coconut Water to hydrate and strengthen hair that is damaged or overworked. The Brazilian Keratin formula will have hair looking better and sleeker than ever.

                                                                 

The ACURE Coconut Cleansing Towelettes ($6.99) gently remove dirt, oil and makeup without any rinsing required. With a scent that will make you feel like you’re on vacation, these towelettes are the perfect way to refresh on the go.

The ACURE Coconut Dry Oil Spray ($12.99) is the ultimate lightweight moisturizing spray for body and hair. With Antioxidants, Sea Buckthorn, Sandalwood and Vitamin E, these moisturizing sprays keep skin hydrated and protected while lightly adding moisture and shine to hair.

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Lush Introduces: 3 New Fresh Masks

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Summer is officially in full swing— peaches are ripe, corn is sweet and watermelon is juicy! Lush wants to make sure your skin is getting the proper nutrition it deserves with three brand NEW products that will leave you feeling fresh from cheek to cheek. Full of fruits, natural butters, clays and the world’s finest essential oils, these new additions are the first of many more to come! 

Rosy Cheeks Fresh Face Mask ($12.95 / 60 g)

Soothe skin from cheek to cheek with the ultimate rose mask for the face and body. This fresh face mask is packed with lots of soothing and calming ingredients for the skin such as calamine powder, rose clay and rose oil.

Key ingredients: Calamine Powder, Glycerine, Kaolin, Rose Clay, Rose Petals, Rose Oil.

Don’t look at me Fresh Face Mask ($10.95 / 60 g)

The inspiration behind the name came from when you have a face mask on and you don’t really want anyone looking at you! This is a rejuvenating fresh face mask packed with cleansing lemon juice and scrubbing ground rice to brighten the face and body. You will also find moisturising murumuru butter.

Key ingredients: Kaolin, Fresh Organic Lemon Juice, Organic Silken Tofu, Grounded White Rice, Murumuru Butter, Bentone, Grapefruit Oil, Neroli Oil.

Cup O’ Coffee Face and Body Mask ($10.95 / 150 g   $19.95 / 325 g)

If you’re a sucker for the strong, dark, stimulating type, take a shot of this coffee infusion filled mask to the face and body to wake your skin up! This smooth blend face and body mask has organic agave syrup inside to leave your skin feeling sweet and exfoliating coffee grounds leaving your skin looking and feeling polished.

Key ingredients: Coffee Infusion, Talc, Kaolin, Organic Agave Syrup, Vetivert Oil, Fair Trade Vanilla Absolute, Caffeine Powder.

3 summer Inspired Beauty Ingredients

Summer can’t be gone yet.. use these products to bring summer to YOU.

Bloom in the summer with…

Starflower Seed Extract: Rich in essential fatty acids, it helps lock in moisture, creates an anti-frizz barrier and hydrates where you need it most!

· Try Tara Smith Base Coat Serum

A must-have "foundation primer" for your hair

Long-lasting between shampoos

Creates an anti-frizz barrier for all hair types

Smell like a beach vacay with…

Coconut Oil: It deeply nourish hair and restores softness, body and shine while taming frizz, smoothing fly-aways, detangling and defining curls!

· Try Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Replenishing Hair Milk

Palmer's Coconut Oil Formula Replenishing Hair Milk, a light leave-in hair lotion, locks in essential moisture with a natural blend of Pure Coconut Oil, Keratin, Shea Butter and Coconut Milk to deeply nourish and replenish hair, restoring its softness, body and shine. Perfect for taming frizz, smoothing fly-aways, detangling and defining curls.

Swim under the sea with…

Marine Flora Complex: This Tahitian marine water microalgae strengthens and thickens hair, for more voluminous tresses!

· Try Thicker Fuller Hair Thinning Hair Treatment

This topical foam treatment contains a powerful breakthrough natural ingredient that delivers astonishing results with once daily application. Clinically shown to reduce the appearance of hair loss by targeting the three stages of your hair growth cycle for visibly thicker, fuller, healthier and younger looking hair.

Multi-taskers to Cut the Clutter in your Beauty Cabinet

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We’re bringing you a one-stop shop of multi-tasking products for cleaning up your clutter. From makeup multi-sticks to men’s must-haves, these products will get you your bang for your buck and save you some room in the beauty cabinet.

Cosmetics

Doll 10 Blush & Glo $30 at doll10.com	Take the guesswork out of contouring with Doll 10's Blush & Glo Cheek Contour Highlighter Stick and Lip Gloss. With one swipe, the cheek stick is designed to deliver the perfect amount of blush and highlighter to skillfully sculpt, color, and illuminate. Pair it with the matching Lip Gloss for a glowing combination.
Stowaway Cheek & Lip Pot Rouge $15 at stowawaycosmetics.com	Packed with pigment for buildable color, theStowaway Cheek & Lip Pot Rouge is the perfect multitasker for those on the go. Available in Peony and Burnt Rose, apply to your lips and cheeks for a flattering pop of color anywhere, anytime. Built on the philosophy that makeup should be designed to go wherever you do, the Cheek & Lip Pot Rouge not only slips comfortable into any bag, but provides beautiful color payoff with easy application.
Mineral Fusion Glow & Go 3-in-1 Color Stick $19.99 at Whole Foods Markets nationwide, other fine health food stores & MineralFusion.com Terra Cotta (Shimmer) Berry Glow Rosette (Shimmer) Magnetic	The Mineral Fusion Glow & Go 3-in-1 Color Stickprovides an instant pop of color and illuminating glow for on-the-go women. Formulated with effective minerals rich in antioxidants and anti-aging peptides, this beauty essential provides you with a healthy glow inside and out.  All Mineral Fusion products are cruelty-free and hold certifications from PETA and Leaping Bunny
RevitaLash Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel $32 at www.revitalash.com	This multi-tasking eye-brow setting gel helps to control, condition, and enhance brows for immediate and dramatic results. It sculpts and defines eyebrows to create a fuller look, while filling in areas that may be sparse or damaged.  In addition, the Hi-Def Tinted Brow Gel conditions brows to protect from breakage, and create soft and naturally beautiful brows.
VITA LIBERATA Trystal Minerals $45 without Kabuki Brush, $55 with Kabuki Brush at Sephora & Sephora.com	A truly disruptive addition to the tanning category,Trystal Minerals is the world’s first self-tanning bronzing mineral powder that uses groundbreaking Trystal3™ technology to interact with your moisturizer or liquid foundation to tan the skin gradually over time.  The product offers a paradigm shift in tanning blurring the lines between cosmetics and self-tanner. The beauty of this product is that even when makeup is removed, your face will still keep a subtle, natural glow.
The AMOREPACIFIC Color Control Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ $60 at us.amorepacific.com	The AMOREPACIFIC Color Control Cushion Compact Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ not only provides hydrating flawless coverage, but it also protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays. This sponge is stocked with Bamboo Sap formula for deep moisturization, and its makeup fills micro lines while brightening and preventing skin irritation. The non-absorbing air cell puff applicator cools and soothes the skin for makeup application + sun protection in one!
Japonesque Liquid Light $22 at ULTA & ULTA.com	Liquid Light dresses skin in an illuminating veil of radiance. This innovative light-reflecting liquid glides on to refresh the skin and enhance the complexion's natural glow - creating a beautiful shimmering incandescence that 'lights skin from within'. This multi-purpose product can be used as a bronzer, illuminator and body contour product, making it ideal for any occasion!
RITUALS Cosmetics Shimmer Bricks $29 at rituals.com	Perfect for your eyes or cheeks, the RITUALS Shimmer Bricks add a natural but radiant glow or dazzling accent to the skin. With an Amythesty base, it is gentle on skin, lightweight and leaves a soft and silky texture. Available in Sunglow Peach or Sunglow Pink.

Haircare

Unwash Anti-Residue Rinse $32 at www.unwash.com and salons nationwide	Rinse away the build-up of styling agents, leave-in products and time. Experience our pH-balanced anti-residue rinse, a mild yet effective bio-based cleanser that gently removes the layers of build-up that may be weighing hair down. A reset button for the tresses, it lifts away the bad while restoring natural oils and moisture to maintain balanced, healthier-looking, more beautiful hair. Ideal for Color-Treated Hair | For All Hair Types & Textures
Wet Brush Shine Brush $12.99 at TheWetBrush.com and professional salons nationwide	The Shine Brush is the ultimate detangling solution to smooth and shine the hair of men women and children. Similar to the all-time favorite Wet Brush, The Shine Brush works great on wet hair, but was uniquely created to work exceptionally well on dry hair and can even be used with your blow dryer. It also works well in conjunction with any dry shampoo by naturally cleansing and purifying with its exclusive blend of 100% all natural, unclipped and unbleached Mongolian Boar bristles.
Wen Hair and Body Care by Chaz Dean Cleansing Conditioners $40 at www.chazdean.com	To freshen and restore hair, simply apply the cleansing conditioner evenly to the scalp and strands, letting the formula soak in for a few minutes, then follow with a thorough rinse. The WEN Cleansing Conditioners can also be used as a leave-in-conditioner for extra moisture and added shine. Available in Bamboo Green Tea, Cucumber Aloe, Fig, Lavender, Pomegranate, Sweet Almond Mint, Mandarin Italian Fig, and Tea Tree

Skincare

Indie Lee Squalane Cream $70 at indielee.com	An anti-aging asset that soothes, nurtures, and moisturizes skin thanks to olive-derived squalane oil and hyaluronic acid - which have been known to improve cellular function, minimizes pores, even out complexion, and revive natural glow. Serves as a moisturizer or can be mixed in with foundation to provide the perfect dewy skin look.
eos Shave Cream $3.49 at Walmart, Target, Walgreens, Drugstore.com, EvolutionOfSmooth.com	The NEW eos Shave Cream Collection contains vitamin B3, grape seed extract and green tea ingredients that will brighten and even your skin tone while also continuing to deliver 24 hours of moisture with each shave. Working as a shave cream, brightener and moisturizer, the eos Shave Cream available in its three signature enticing fragrances – Pomegranate Raspberry, Vanilla Bliss and Lavender Jasmine – is a 3-in-1 to ensure the best shaving routine!
eos Lemon Drop Smooth Sphere Lip Balm $3.29 at Target, Walgreens, Ulta, EvolutionOfSmooth.com and Drugstore.com	The eos Lemon Drop with Broad Spectrum SPF 15 pampers your lips while protecting them from the sun.  Packed with natural conditioning oils and antioxidant-rich vitamin E, eos will keep your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth all summer.  Do not let sunburnt lips ruin one moment of sweet summertime and keep them protected with eos!
COOLA SPF 30 Organic Makeup Setting Spray $36 at www.coolasuncare.com	Makeup meltdown and daily sun exposure have met their match! The weightless, matte finish mist protects the sensitive skin of your face while keeping your makeup looking fresh all day. This highly advanced formula includes both Cucumber and Aloe Vera Extracts to help soothe and refresh skin; and Hyaluronic Acid, known to bind moisture and help soften, tone and rehydrate skin.
Slip Silk Pillowcases $79.95 Queen at www.slipsilkpillowcase.com	New Slip pillowcases do double duty while you sleep for an eight hour beauty treatment every night.  Slip silk is a natural, hypoallergenic fiber, whereas synthetic satin is rougher, thinner and ‘sweats’, essentially negating the benefits. Unlike cotton, which draws moisture from your face, hair & scalp, slip silk breathes and is a natural temperature regulator. Sleeping on silk allows skin to retain natural moisture and hair to grow stronger without tugging and breakage.

Grooming

Jack Black MP10 Nourishing Oil $32 at www.getjackblack.com	This sheer, multi-tasking oil provides immediate benefits to skin and hair. The lightweight, quick-penetrating blend of 10 natural oils infuses skin and hair with intensive moisture plus potent antioxidants, essential nutrients and fatty acids for a healthy, improved appearance. Use on cuticles, face, body, hair and beards for extra conditioning benefits.
Jack Black Deep Dive Facial Cleanser $20 at getjackblack.com	A powerful, multi-functional cleanser, Deep Dive® washes away dead skin cells, pore-clogging oil and build up. Skin emerges fresher, smoother, firmer. For deep down cleaning, this 2-in-1 cleanser can also be used as a purifying mask when left to dry on skin. Recommended for normal, combination and oily skin. Safe for sensitive skin. Dermatologist tested. Fragrance-free. Paraben-free. Vegan.