NATURAL BEAUTY

natural beauty THE 6-N-1 Beauty Product Every Woman Needs A WOMAN’S BEAUTY BAG CAN CONSIST OF ANYTHING FROM EYE MAKEUP REMOVER, TONER, MOISTURIZER, UP TO SEVERAL OTHER SPECIFIC SKIN CARE PRODUCTS. BUT, ONE ALL-NATURAL BEAUTY PRODUCT CAN QUITE POSSIBLY REPLACE AT LEAST HALF, IF NOT MORE OF THE ITEMS ADDING EXCESSIVE BULK TO YOUR BEAUTY BAG.

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Tropical Traditions Organic Expellerpressed Coconut Oil Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil is a highquality oil that is both organic and expellerpressed. This means only organic coconuts are used, so no chemicals or pesticides are found in the oil. Its expeller pressed, never heated so all beneficial elements stay intact. Tropical Traditions gives special attention to processing, so they can deliver a high-quality product to its consumers. Visit www. tropicaltraditions.com to see this and other products they offer.

So, what is this multifaceted wonder product? It’s coconut oil, of course! Several people cook with it, but never think to add it to their beauty regimen. But, if you can cook with it, that means it’s completely edible and 100% safe to use topically. It is all-natural and void of petro-chemicals, and other harsh ingredients that could adversely affect skin.

Coconut oil is among the most common ingredients found in sun tan lotions, moisturizers, and hair care products, with good reason. Coconut oil is both an excellent moisturizer and skin-protectant, containing a natural skin protection factor (SPF) of 6. The naturally occurring vitamin E, essentially fatty acids, and powerful antioxidants give coconut oil the competitive edge against other common beauty products. Coconut oil compliments your skin, working along with your skin’s natural oils to effectively nourish dry skin and prevent wrinkles. The antioxidants help protect against free radical damage caused by environmental factors—common wrinkle inducers. It even helps keep skin’s connective tissue stay supple, preventing sagging skin. Best of all, coconut oil is long lasting, penetrating deep into the skin, unlike regular beauty products that contain mostly water that quickly evaporates. Coconut oil helps banish the outer layer of dead skin cells, making your face and body appear smoother, contributing to an overall natural glow.

Here are 6 ways to nourish, protect, and restore skin’s beauty with coconut oil: 1 EYE MAKEUP REMOVER: Take a dab of coconut oil and massage gently and carefully around eyes, being careful not to get it into eyes. Take a moist microfiber towel and gentle wipe clean.

2FACE WASH: Take a dab of coconut oil and rub into your hands, then gently massage it into your face. Splash your face with lukewarm water, then wipe with a moistened microfiber towel. Pat dry.

3FACE MOISTURIZER: Take a dab of coconut oil and rub into your hands, then gently massage into your face and neck. Oil will be absorbed in minutes. It will not leave you greasy.

4FACIAL SCRUBS: Coconut oil can be used along with raw coconut sugar and your favorite essential oil as an invigorating body scrub to loosen dry, dead skin. Formulate 1 to 1 ½ parts coconut oil, to 1 parts sugar, and a few drops of essential oil, for the perfect, all-natural body scrub.

5FULL BODY LOTION WITH SPF. After showering, massage your entire body with a light coat of coconut oil. It’s especially good for dry, cracked heels. Massage heels and place socks on your feet.

6HAIR GLOSS. After styling your hair, apply a very thin layer of coconut oil to the palms of your hands then rub onto the ends of your hair. You may also gently massage your scalp with coconut oil, prior to shampooing to help prevent dry scalp conditions. * Be certain to use products that are organic and expeller-pressed.

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exercise / inspired to move The Busy Mom Workout

Fitness Feats:

Have you tried any of Inspire Health’s custom workouts? We want to hear about it.

Tag Inspire Health in your fitness feats @inspirehealthmag. ARE YOU A BUSY MOM STRUGGLING TO CRAM THE GYM INTO YOUR DAILY SCHEDULE? LET’S FACE IT, SOMETIMES GETTING TO THE GYM REALLY IS IMPOSSIBLE. HOWEVER, YOU CAN STILL BE A FIT MOM BY WORKING OUT WHENEVER AND WHEREVER YOU CAN…EVEN IF THAT MEANS HAVING A LITTLE AUDIENCE TO CHEER YOU ON.

Children love to watch and learn. If they see you working out, they’ll know it is important. If you stick to a workout routine, they’ll know what to expect. Sometimes, they will even want to join in. Let them! Kids can take the seriousness out of working out, and encourage you to have fun. Besides, when they join you, you are motivating them to be active, too. This can benefit their health now and in the future.

Steal only 20 minutes a day to do 3 sets of these 7 exercises. They can all be performed using your own body weight or items around the house. This exercise routine is certain to keep your body tight and toned during your active, busy summer.

Moms that are active:

— have energy throughout the day. — perform household chores with ease. — have healthy self-esteem. — tend to have a positive disposition. — are setting a positive role model for kids.

Kids that are active are:

— less likely to become overweight as adults. — less likely to develop type 2 diabetes — less likely to have high blood pressure — more likely to have good self-esteem. — less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety.

1ROCKING HORSE Stand in a plié squat position. Sink as low as you can. Toes should be pointed outward, keeping knees in safe alignment with toes. Upper body should be erect, stomach pulled in. Flex your biceps and form a 90 degree angle with each arm. Contract your right side abdominals (oblique muscles) as you bend at your side to bring your right elbow to your right thigh or right knee. Continue this rocking side bend back and forth from your right side, then back to center, and then to your left side for 15-20 reps total.

3MARCHING FRONT PLANK Get onto the ground in a front plank position. Your weight is supported by your toes and forearms. Keep your body in one straight line. Lift your right foot about 6-8 inches off the floor and then return to starting position, quickly alternating to lift your left foot off the floor. Continue this marching pattern to complete 15 reps. total.

2ALTERNATING BICEP CURLS Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold one gallon of water (approx. 8.35 lbs) in both hands. Curl your right arm up and then release back down. Keep your shoulder and elbow in alignment throughout the movement. Repeat on left side. Alternate for 15 reps. total.

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5RUSSIAN TWIST Sit on your butt. Hold one gallon of water with both hands and bring in front of your navel. Lift your feet 12-24 inches off the floor. Lean back slightly and balance. Begin twisting from your waist while moving the gallon of water from right to left. Complete 15 reps. total. (Beginners, this movement can be performed with your feet on the ground.)

4PLIÉ SQUAT Get into a plié squat position. Legs are very wide, toes pointed outward, keeping knees in safe alignment with toes. Hold one gallon of water with both hands between your legs. Keep your shoulders back to maintain good posture throughout the movement. Begin squatting down into a deep squat. Hold for 3 seconds at the bottom of the movement, and then rise to starting position. Complete 15 reps total.

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6TRICEPS DIPS Sit on the floor with your knees bent toward the ceiling. Feet are pressed to the mat. Place your palms beside your buttocks, then lift your butt from the floor. Bend your elbows to create a near 90 degree angle bend, while lifting one foot off the ground and pointing that leg straight out. Perform 10 reps. total on the right side, then switch to the left.

7DEAD ROW WITH STATIC LUNGE Place a gallon of water in your left hand. Get into a deep lunge position with your right foot forward and left leg stretched straight back. Be certain that your knee does not extend over your toes. Place your right hand on your right thigh for support if needed. Lean forward slightly. Keep your chest forward and your back flat. The water is extended toward the floor. Bend your arm up and back to bring the water up to your waist line. Hold, then return to starting position. Complete 15 reps total on each side.

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