beauty transition to fall
beauty tips for a smooth transition into the cold + drying fall weather.
.................... from karla Vass
moisturize. Pre-empt the coming cold weather by keeping skin hydrated with a light moisturizer. Virgin coconut oil is a great option because it protects skin while remaining light, anti-bacterial and won’t clog pores.
cleanse. Fall is notorious for being tricky for skin. At least in July, you know to expect hot, sticky weather that will likely lead to clogged pores and a generally melted appearance. In the fall, however, you’ll get gorgeous, crisp weather one day, humid stickiness the next. To banish the summer’s lingering breakouts, while keeping skin from drying out too much with the coming cool weather, try African Black Soap. Made of coconut oil, black plant ash, and Shea butter, people swear by its blemish-banishing and anti-aging powers. Tumeric is also a great detoxifying ingredient to look for, but beware it can make your skin slightly yellow!
revitalize your hair. All the salt and chlorine can wreak serious havoc on your mane. Consider getting a trim (or even better, use it as an excuse to try a brand new look!) A great DIY trick is to use uber-hydrating coconut oil and avocado as a hair mask. Mix an avocado with three tablespoons coconut oil and massage throughout hair. Leave on for five minutes and rinse well.
purely magazine | october 2013
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