D.D.'s Nail Salon

                                        BEING A GIRL IS SO FREAKIN' EXPENSIVE!  

So to save a bit of money here and there.. You can do your own Mani-Pedi's! Grab a glass of your favorite wine, crank up your favorite jams and have a bit of "You" time!!

 All you need is, a large bowl to soak your hands and feet in, hand towel, nail brush, nail file, cuticle scissors, stainless steel cuticle pusher (I prefer over the wood or plastic ones) microplane foot file and then a swing arm desk lamp so you can really see what you are doing! ;)

     Oh, yeah don't forget the paper towel, one sheet twisted up and intertwined between the toes.
                               it's so much more comfortable then the toe separators.

                                          Now you have your supplies, let's talk products!!

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Then I would recommend using laurenb brand nail polish remover pads, they smell like sweet berry blossoms (non-acetone and are very moisturizing) polishing hand scrub, nourishing hand cream and the cuticle oil. All of the manicure/pedicure products are botanical based and feel luxurious!!!

                                        Pick your favorite nail polish color and have fun!

 Once you get all your supplies and products you have your own salon at home! (you know the tools are clean and safe)

  I like to choose more neutral colors, you can't notice chips as easily! <3

BYE, BYE UGLY CELLULITE!!!

                          BYE-BYE UGLY CELLULITE!!!




                         I wanted to give you all  an update on the whole DRY BRUSHING experiment!!

I posted the write up on 5/24, and started the process maybe 3-4 days later, so I believe I'm about  three weeks in...I have been vigilant about brushing everyday!! It only takes a few minutes before you hop in the shower or bath each day.

Things I have noticed about my skin is that it's baby soft and glowing! I wouldn't believe it if I didn't see it but I took before and after pictures and I do see a bit of a change in the cellulite department!! :D

(top picture is from 5/24, of the left & right leg)

(bottom picture is from today, 6/11 back & front of legs)

Let me tell you it's hard to take a picture of your own back side LMAO!!

I am now going to kick my mission into high gear! Summer is here and I want to hang out my the pool, wear shorts and cute sundresses with confidence. Of course working out, eating right and plenty of water intake is very important, but I am going to try adding a coffee body scrub into the mix!!

Warning! This process is messy...

Coffee Scrub:

1/2 cup of coffee grounds

3 tablespoons of sea salt

3 tablespoons of melted coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil

Mix the ingredients well(paste like)

Massage into the legs using firm pressure, 3x's a week

After apply grapefruit essential oils (eliminates toxins, has a toning effect and helps with losing weight) with a carrier oil such as coconut oil, olive oil or sunflower oil, this way you don't irritate the skin by just rubbing the grapefruit essential oils right on.

Dry Brushing 101

                                                               Dry Brushing 101 :

I am going to do a 30-day dry brush challenge! I have been dry brushing for a while but have only done it on and off~ I want to commit 5-10 min. each day to brushing for 30 full days to see the maximum benefits!

I just purchased a new brush from Sephora, specifically for dry brushing. I had a different brush before that had a long handle, but for me I don't personally like the handle it makes it hard to maneuver the brush. This small hand held one I love!! (under $20 @ Sephora )

Per the back of the box, you will get smooth skin by using for 5 min. each day! (before showering) The box recommend brushing in the AM, but who has time for that, I need my sleep!

Benefits of Dry Brushing include: bright beautiful exfoliated skin, (unclogging pores), helps diminish the look of cellulite (gets rid of toxins)  and helps aid in better skin product absorption. (your product works better)

How to Begin:

*Get naked!
*Start with your ankles and work your way up.
*Apply the brush in a gentle circular motion.
*Shower when finished to rinse away all the dead skin cells.
*Follow with a great natural moisturizer.


 ( My personal preference is Coconut Oil or if I am in a hurry I use a spray on type oil )

The best time for me to do this is in the evening as then I have the benefit of putting comfy Pj's on and letting the oils soak in all night for maximum benefits!

   Baby Soft Skin!