Goddess Beauty: The October Union Part 1
Since deciding that I wanted to incorporate more natural products into my skincare and bath & body routines, I’ve been on the hunt for new products and it turns out ETSY is the MECCA of organic herbal skincare (total duh moment right?!).
The October Union is just one of the many shops I found and I couldn’t wait to test out their products.
I ordered the Herbal Steam, the Cocoa + Rose Lip Salve and a Botanical Perfume Sample Pack.
In the first installment of these reviews I will be talking about the Herbal Face Steam pictured below.
Bottom Line: THIS STUFF IS GOLD.
Background Info: I have combination oily acne prone skin and I am currently suffering from cystic breakouts on my jawline.
Ingredients: organic flowers, herbs, leaves, roots, lavender, peppermint, sage, comfrey, yarrow, elder flowers and rose.
Thoughts:
I was a bit apprehensive about the peppermint because I’ve used LUSH products before with peppermint and my face didn’t like it.
Per the instructions, I added 2 tablespoon to just boiled water and let it steep for 10 minutes. I then placed my freshly cleansed face over the container and covered it with a towel and stayed that way for 10 minutes.
When I was done my face felt sooo soothed, not just the outside skin but under the skin itself felt soothed if that makes sense? It felt like I had just gotten a massage & facial. It was such a relaxing experience and I didn’t even have to leave my house!
It was LOVELY.
It’s been a week since I first used it and I haven’t had any nasty reactions . I’m about to get another bottle for my sister because like I said THIS STUFF IS GOLD!
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Free People Bits
A few lovely bits I recently picked up from Free People using a gift card I got for Christmas last year
Jen’s Pirate Booty Top (no longer available on FP 🙁 but check out more booty here, here & here) If I could afford to wear only Jen’s Pirate Booty everyday I would. I am so happy that I finally own one of her beautiful pieces I have been in love with and also habitually stalking this label for at least 2 years now!
In person this case is so much more beautiful than the photos show. It is sturdy and well made and such a nice change from the other solid color faux leather case I had before.
Jeffrey Campbell + Free People Blakely Heel
I have been eyeing these bad boys for quite some time and when I put them on I feel like this :p The only thing I didn’t realize until I saw them in person is that the strap is secured with Velcro. It’s not an issue for walking around but I would be skeptical about dancing in these shoes…What’s on your Free People wishlist?
Succulence is powerful!
What does it mean to be succulent?
Being succulent means being self nourishing.
Ways to expand your succulence:
Be in contact with your Inner Wise Self/ Higher Self
Activate your Inner Wise Self by letting it write you a love note
Spend more time taking care of yourself. Self care is more than walks and bubble baths. Self care is having an inner feelings care system. Dialogue with your inner critics and give them the love and support they are looking for. Acknowledge and honor your feelings when you feel them.
I loved the idea of letting your Higher Self write you a love letter so I gave it a try….
#STAYSUCCULENTSTAYWILD