Category Archives: Beauty

Celebrating Native American Beauty

November is a time of year where many holidays are celebrated from various cultures. With that said, this is also Native American Heritage Month. I am happy to bring you information about Native American Beauty companies.

Here’s an excerpt from Womens Health website about these beauty products.
The majority of these Indigenous and Native American makeup, skincare, and body care brands, there’s a focus on ingredients found directly in nature and sustainable practices to harvest those ingredients and package the products. Utilizing natural herbs, oils, and extracts (like sage, tea tree, and lavender) is key for Indigenous communities, who live in communion with the land they’re on and incorporate nature into many of the medicinal practices that have been in their families for centuries. Many of the products are handmade by the founders, too.

Read the details at the link below for a list of these sustainable beauty products.

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/beauty/g34920238/indigenous-owned-beauty-brands/

All the best in Beauty & Wellness!

Healthy Scalp Notes

News you can use 🙂

We often look for information about the latest hairstyles. In recent posts we also discussed which cruelty-free products are best for our hair and beauty regimen. But what are the signs of a healthy scalp, or an unhealthy scalp?

I found some easy signs to point out. However, for a more detailed look make sure to click the source links in this post.

A Healthy Scalp is Free of:

  • irritation
  • itchiness
  • redness
  • flakiness
  • pain
  • acne
  • cysts
  • sun damage
  • excessive hair loss

Source: https://dru.com/

Learn more about the signs of an unhealthy scalp at these links and what you can do about it.
https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/healthy-scalp#takeaway

Stay beautiful and healthy!

Fall 2023 Hairstyles

News you can use 🙂

If you are the kind of person that wants to be up to date on your hairstyle, the links below will lead you to the latest Fall 2023 styles.

And there are some ideas for men too 🙂

Enjoy your new look 🙂

Essential Oils for Stress

Aromatic Studies is a school I am very familiar with because I am a graduate of that institution.

In a recent blog post by Holly Brandenberger who is a Registered Nurse and Certified Aromatherapist, she shares her choices for essential oils to use for stress and well-being. It is a real find to have this information available for free just by clicking the link below.

The added benefit is knowing that she is a registered nurse who suggests that these powerful oils, which are produced from plants, are some things that we can find and use for our wellness regimen and well-being exploration.

Take a look when you find a moment. I assure you that you will not be disappointed. Afterall, what can we lose when there is plant powered guidance for us to use?

All the best in Wellness!

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Cancer Awareness Month and Hair Donation Charities

Hello Everyone,

Each year on HairBlues, during October, I show information regarding Breast Cancer Awareness with advice on various beauty options available to those who want support in their daily ”looking and feeling good” confidence whilst they proceed through the various challenges of chemotherapy, radiation and all those many days of journeying and taking those steps with the courage that leads to Wellness again.

This year I am sharing links about hair donation requirements. In addition, there is information about how to acquire hair, cooling caps, and hair coverings. https://cancercareservices.org/news/where-to-donate-your-wig-or-hair/

Additional information: https://www.healthline.com/health/cancer/cold-cap-for-chemo-hair-loss#what-are-they

https://www.verywellhealth.com/donating-hair-for-people-with-cancer-2248940


Good Luck and Best Wishes.

All the best in Wellness!

OMD Plan for Better Skin

In Episode 57 of the Wellness Connections podcast I introduced the One Meal a Day Plan by Suzy Amis Cameron.

She claims that eating a ‘plant-based’ diet can contribute to better skin and better health.

This link will lead you to some things about Vegan diets and healthy skin:
https://www.trioplantbased.com/the-various-benefits-to-your-skin-of-a-plant-based-diet/

Other benefits of eating one meal a day vegan:

https://www. organicvegansuperfoods.com

Choose to explore some new recipes – with dessert 🙂 for health & wellness for yourself and the planet.
https://www.eatingwell.com/article/290367/1-day-1800-calorie-vegan-meal-plan/

Foods that make your skin GLOW 🙂
https://www.healthline.com/health/guide-how-to-make-skin-glow#Bottom-line

Stay beautiful 🙂 & Healthy !

Hairstyles for Back to School

Beauty News you can use 🙂

https://therighthairstyles.com/back-to-school/

Stay Smart & Beautiful :)

Interesting Beauty Blog & Podcast

Looks like not only are my blog posts and Wellness Connections Podcast interesting LOL!

I’m ALWAYS going to give you news you can use 😉

Here’s a link to a blog and podcast you might like as well!
https://www.bustle.com/wellness/hilary-duff-wellness-routine-fitness-self-care

Stay in touch for Wellness & Beauty!

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Is Nail Polish Base Coat Important?

According to the review at Byrdie, a nail polish base coat is important to protect and groom your nails. Click the link for a detailed list of recommendations – many of them are ‘cruelty-free‘. Take a look and do your nails a favor to protect them and make your manicure last longer.

News you can use 🙂

Additional information:
https://www.bustle.com/style/do-base-and-top-coats-work-nail-polish

All the best in Beauty Wellness !

Benefits of Hand Massage with Carrier & Essential Oils

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Have you thought about using your essential oils to massage your hands? Recently I decided to see how using this option benefits your “well-being” care.

Here is what I learned from an article at the Healthline website:

  • better mood
  • reduced hand pain
  • less anxiety
  • improved sleep
  • greater grip strength

See additional details at the link below.
https://www.healthline.com/health/pain-relief/the-many-benefits-of-a-hand-massage-and-how-to-do-it-yourself#benefits

Treat yourself to watching the 5 minute hand massage demonstrations at the videos below. You will not be disappointed.

Healthline has detailed guidelines for which carrier and essential oils to use. In addition, I want to remind you always use a carrier oil (for example, fractionated coconut oil, olive oil) to dilute essential oils. Learn more about essential oils dilution at this link: https://hairblues.me/2022/07/04/an-essential-oil-dilution-lesson/

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