2016!

wow. can't believe it's been since 2014 since i have posted anything...my bad!

but i'm back. i need a creative outlook so i have decided to regularly start blogging. again... but this time i plan on sticking to it.

updates about my life:
1. still don't have a boyfriend. though there are three guys i met but that's a story for another time.
2. i started a new job at a great company in the IT department. ill be finishing up my first year in march
3. my dog is officially 4 years and 7 months :(
4. i officially walked across the stage to get my diploma though i don't get my degree till my 2016
5. summer of 2015 was the best and worst time of my life! more details to come in a separate blog post

Coconut Oil as a Facial Cleanser

Why Coconut Oil Is Good For Your Skin

• It has antibacterial and anti fungal properties (goodbye acne and eczema)
• It won't change the pH of your face so it's not irritating
• Lots and lots of antioxidants to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles
• Great natural moisturizer
• It tricks skin into thinking it has enough oil to slow down oil production while locking in the moisture.
• It's been shown to work for all skin types although some people may be more prone to break outs using only coconut oil. If you break out then you can mix it with other oils like castor oil or jojoba oil.

The one thing I will impart with you as IMPORTANT is that you buy a good quality coconut oil.

You should look for a coconut oil that is unrefined, 100% coconut oil, and preferably organic. Remember this stuff will be entering your pores and hydrating your skin-- this is a time to splurge a little! Get the good stuff! (personally I buy from Traders Joe)

Your face will smell like vacation.


What You Need:

• Coconut oil (organic is best)
• A warm, wet washcloth-- I use 100% 
• Organic Cotton Wipes Technically, they are baby wipes. I know. I know. But they are a nice size and softer than a wash cloth.

Step 1: gently massage the coconut oil to your face (~30 secs)

Step 2: apply warm towel onto your face (to open up the pores)

Step 3: wait 15-30 seconds or so and then lightly remove oil with washcloth-- no scrubbing!

Step 4: if you feel like you need it, splash some warm water to remove excess oil, but your skin should absorb most of it. 

4/365: cooking verde chicken enchiladas

so for my first blog post, i was drawing blanks. so the next logical step, i went to: 

who doesn't! that's what i said. while i was mindlessly scrolling down, i found this: 

guess i know what i will be writing about next ...