i don’t really have any thing to say about these beautiful photo’s…i found them on pinterest. i think they are so well done and i have to admit if i could spend my days styling shoots like these and doing the makeup i might just be a happier person….broke but happier. love to all my peeps. thank you for reading my humble ramblings.
The beginning of my Plan.
Serums, and boxes for the Mineral MakeUp
Serums nested in the beautiful home Bryan built for them.
Still nested in their home…
The AWESOME fan shelf Byran built works so WELL for both aesthetics and function. What more could a woman ask for?
Lic-o-ricious Tinted Lip Bomb’s very near-future home.
My new Boho Beautiful Apron. What do you think?? I have to say this is probably one of the most exciting things I got yesterday!! hehe. Anyone who knows me knows exactly why!! I plan on going to the local craft store and getting my company’s name, Boho Beautiful (for those who aren’t in the know) put onto the front…AND if I can figure out how (this may have my mom’s name written all over it) to sew a MakeUp Brush Holder for around my waist that would be just splendid. Oh and the best thing is this apron was 10 dollars at Hobby Lobby.
I love the season of Fall; the trees are still holding their own and the weather is as moody as ever! But one thing is for sure, we Washingtonians sure know how to do Fall fashion…I think we might have invented it! We dress this way 7-10 month out of the year so I think we have it down pretty good.
These looks are doable in real life. It just takes the right attitude! and a little creativity. I think the boho look is simply this: layering-COLOR-jewelry to no end—-and of course a little hippyness never hindered it.
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Peace and LOVE.
~BB
A little extract photo op. This was really interesting! Even after an hour the ‘shrooms were still hard and kept their form perfectly! Such an AMAZING creation these little guys. =
Reishi Mushroom in it’s natural state.
Another angle
still boiling…
Boiling the ‘shroom on high for about 50 minutes.
Just because I love this…
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL color. And the smell was so earthy and pure. It smelled like a tree but with a twist of ‘shroom.
The final product…well almost.
The Hyrdo-Lipid Barrier: the key to healthy skin!
When this Barrier is depleted, it opens the skin up to all types of issues; they can range from dryness to some types of dermatitis, and even increased sensitivity and redness due to the over-exposed raw skin.
In this posting we will cover the very basics of this wonderful little part of our skin we were so blessed with. First up, we will talk about the overall function of the Barrier; second we will go over some of the most common reasons skincare therapists see it compromised; and lastly, we will discuss the ways that it can be replaced (they are much easier than you are probably thinking).
Topic One: FUNCTION
               The overall function of the Barrier is to protect and fight off the invasion of harmful bacteria that may come in contact with the skin. It does by keeping a nice pH level of around 5 at all times. Most bacteria find it hard to survive in such an acidic environment.  If this Barrier is compromised, it can increase the chance of irritation over time, creation of blemishes (due to the skin’s permeability being increased), dryness and the overall health of the skin being decreased. Now, please be aware that this is the very condensed explanation of the functions of this very important Barrier. But I don’t want to lose you within the first paragraph of this very important post!
Topic Two: CAUSE
               Commonly seen is the cleanser factor. Quite a few people believe that foaming means clean and therefore better. IT is NOT always better. Yes, it does produce a clean feeling; but it runs the risk of much harm over time. There is a place for foaming cleansers in some people’s skincare regiment. It is ideal for a person with excessively oily skin, or a person who tends to wear heavy makeup. The reason for this is the foaming agent that is producing the foam is going to do its job. Meaning, it will take something off; whether that is makeup, excessive oil or the natural oils that make up the Barrier. Obviously, the foaming agent knows no difference between the normal amount of oil and the excessive. Another culprit can be acne skincare products. They can sometimes feature salicylic acid. Now, don’t get me wrong, this particular naturally occurring acid is AMAZING when used in the appropriate place in a skincare regiment. Unfortunately, a lot of times, what happens is a person will use it to control a bout of acne. Which is a wonderful time to use it, but what happens is they keep using it even after the acne has cleared up. This creates a vicious cycle that leaves the skin compromised and can result in other types of issues, and for the sake of time, not covered in this post. The final reason I will cover in this post has to do with the pH scale again. It is very common for people to use bar soap on the facial skin (now, I will admit, I LOVE my lavender soap. but I only use it on my body). The problem with bar soap is the pH is alkaline. When used on the delicate facial skin, it tends to be to harsh and can result in irritation.
Lastly…
I will cover the ways a compromised Barrier can be replenished. This can be as simple as replacing the culprit…whatever that may be, with a more appropriately suited product for the particular skin type. This is where professional skincare therapists comes in to play. The ability to recognize and treat depleted Barriers is a tricky practice due to the many facets that come into place. The types of skin are as vast as the type of people there are in the world. Every person has individual needs and a professional can assess and recommend the appropriate regiment from the very beginning. They are also experts at assessing the skin as time goes on and changing anything that may be needing to be added or taken away from the regiment. Depending on the ongoing needs of the client.
In conclusion, I will leave you with this one thought: the skin is a complicated organ (that’s right its an organ!). Give it the attention it needs and it will give you many years of protection and beauty. It only needs the basics. Once you find them, stick with them, change only when necessary and for the sake of all us skincare therapists spread the word about the importance of the Hydro-Lipid Barrier.
Peace, BB.
Just a little boho love.
Enjoy~BB
As summer comes to a much dreaded end and we are being bombarded with Back-to-School ads for the kiddos, I thought it would be nice to post a couple things we can all do with natures most adorable fruit: the peach. Who doesn’t love a nice juicy, organic peach? With it’s silly fuzzy layer and the inevitable juicy mess you will have become while eating it, this fruit has a place in every family’s end-of-summer days…
and just for the fun of it~I added a few peach fashion looks at the end of the post.
TIPS FOR A GREAT PEACH
Seek out the organic peach! The thin skin and soft flesh readily absorbs any pesticide sprayed on the fruit. Let this be just one more place to cut out those unwanted toxins…
Let your nose be your guide, pick the ones that have that sweet fruity smell; put back the hard, greenish looking peaches. Also, check and double check for bruises, nothing worse than having to cut half the peach away. If needed, ripen peaches in brown paper bag.
To peel a fully ripe peach, score an X in the bottom and drop in boiling water for 20-30 seconds. Using a spoon, immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water. when cool, peel will slip right off.
The following recipes were created by Jennifer Brewer and were featured on last page of the August Deliciousliving publication.
SLICE: Spread plain or herbed goat cheese on a ready-made pizza crust (or better yet make your own!); generously top with sliced or chopped peaches, thinly slice red onion or prosciutto, and chopped fresh basil or oregano. Bake at 400 degrees until golden brown.
SPICE: Combine diced peaches with minced jalapeno’s and fresh ginger, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice. Salt to taste. Serve with tortilla chips or cooked fish.
GRILL: Direct heat deliciously caramelizes peaches’ natural sugars. Halves peaches and pits; brush lightly with coconut oil (or any neutral oil) and place on preheated grill until slightly softened and marked. Served with angel food cake and Greek Yogurt mixed with honey.
And…because I am a true boho girl, I had to throw in some peachy pre-Fall fashion.
Enjoy. BB
So I LOVE all of these looks. I would love it if I could pull any of these off…
So I am fully aware that only the Lord can bring Joy to the heart…..but I also am a firm believer that happiness can come from a BEE-U-TEE-FUL pair of shoes…with a bohemian power outfit to match. Every woman deserves to feel confident in her own skin. Shoes honestly are my one true vice. I could give up all things (coffee doesn’t count due to the fact that it is just part of me) but shoes, shoes are not an option to simply “just throw on”. They require thought, care and a little polish time to time. Enjoy, BB
Here is the exfoliation recipe I promised.
1/2 tablespoon baking soda
1/2 cup mashed fruit (can be blueberries, strawberries; any berry will work)
1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
2 drops Lavender Essential Oil (the recipe can still be done if this is not available)
Mix all ingredients into small bowl and apply on fresh, clean skin. GENTLY rub in circular motion over the entire face. Taking care to be gentle around any blemish that is inflamed or irritated. As a precaution do not actually rub over the inflamed blemish. You can, however, apply a drop of Lavender Essential Oil on it using a Q-tip. This will aid in the healing of the blemish.
After about 45 to 60 seconds, rinse with COOL water and PAT dry.
Follow with Serum (Aloe Vera) and Moisturizer.
Do this every 3-4 days. If any irritation occurs discontinue use and contact me to design a new exfoliating treatment.
Naturally Bohemian 