hippie chick :: summer revival

summer's close

ah

but what a

summer we had

instead of looking back

today
 we take a good

hard look

at our skin

skin that may need 

a bit of attention

after 

sun, swim, surf

let's address that issue

naturally

not without a big

"thank you"

to Stephanie Tourles

whose little recipe book

has proven

invaluable

during this process

and did i mention

fun?

concocting

right in my kitchen

within minutes at times

lotions and potions

that are immediately

enjoyed

her cornmeal and honey

 facial scrub

amazing

left my skin feeling

velvety 

soft

pineapple

with tropical enzymes

that lighten and brighten

the complexion

who knew?!

this morning

turning my attention

to the rest of my body

with the

salt of the earth scrub

simple ingredients

that come together

in a surprising

 way

like whipping up

a slushy for the body

sea salt

olive oil

essential oils

peppermint and spearmint

to awaken

and

enliven

and cool 

the senses

an invigorating

start

to this last day

of 

summer.

bonus!

after spooning into your jar

swipe the bowl

for any remaining trace of the scrub

and give yourself

an instant

hand smoothing treatment.

believe me

you'll notice an immediate

difference.

(all recipes mentioned are on-line)

peace

to you

on this summer's day.

xo