July 21, 2020
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You know at Essentially Haitos we l-o-v-e honey for our skin - we use it in almost every product we make. BUT here's another awesome use for the raw honey we know and love - hair care! Read on for 4 easy DIY honey hair mask recipes that will leave your hair shiny, conditioned, nourished and HAPPY! And you'll be happy, too.
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July 06, 2020
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Like it or not - the Dog Days of Summer are here! They are hot, humid and draining! Do you feel like everything you put on your skin is suffocating you? Your hair goes haywire no matter what you do? But - we still need to take care of our skin and hair - time to lighten-up and simplify!
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June 23, 2020
While anti-inflammatory treatments like soaks, scrubs, and oil serums can help to reduce inflammation after ingrown hairs occur, don't forget the importance of treating their root cause - typically, clogged hair follicles. The best method to avoid ingrown hairs from the start is gentle daily exfoliation and moisturizing. Read on to see our suggested DIY mixes to exfoliate, prevent, and soothe skin irritations.
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June 15, 2020
Exfoliation can be a great way to keep your skin looking vibrant and healthy - and touchably soft.
A body scrub is a great way to exfoliate your skin, and there are plenty of varieties to choose from (our Booty-ful Scrub, for example). Or, you can make your very own homemade body scrub using ingredients you already have in your pantry.
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April 29, 2020
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Pumpkin has so many benefits for your skin when applied topically - anti-aging, acne prevention and skin brightening. At Essentially Haitos, we use it in both puree form (masks and as a component ingredient) and oil form (masks). Read on to see why we are so infatuated with this super-fruit!
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February 12, 2020
Whether you decide you want to go for a long walk, take a hot bath, or enjoy a good movie with friends, taking self-care time is imperative. Look for small ways you can incorporate it into everyday life. The more you can work self-care time into your schedule, the better you’ll be able to grow, enjoy your life, and thrive.
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January 28, 2020
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Ok, we all hate the sticky feeling our skin gets in uber-humid weather - but at least that humidity is good for your skin. Winter's lack of humidity and dry indoor heat is brutal on your skin - hence the term "winter skin". Read on to see what causes it and some simple, practical ways to combat it.
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November 06, 2019
For the vast majority of women (close to 90%), cellulite is a fact of life. Despite it being quite normal and physically harmless, it is something we would rather do without. The science behind WHY we develop cellulite is complex - hormones and genetics - and therefore, ridding ourselves of it can be quite difficult. The ONLY thing we really have control over is our lifestyle choices that reduce its appearance. Read on to find what you can do to combat it on your own.
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October 29, 2019
We all want a beautifully smooth bottom - whether it is big or small or somewhere in between. Unfortunately, very few of us have the booty of our dreams. In this article, we address what causes less than smooth booties and eight ways to naturally achieve booty-bliss. Read on...
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October 14, 2019
Cooler weather, crisp air, beautifully clear blue skies - the smell of leaf piles and burning wood - and of course the much anticipated and loved Pumpkin Spice scent is everywhere and in everything! And skin care is no exception. Pumpkin is an amazing fruit - not only for its nutritional benefits - but for what it can do for your skin when applied topically. Read for yourself what it can do - and links to some gorgeous Pumpkin Spice scented products.
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September 18, 2019
Natural skin care products, any natural products for that matter, are different from traditional, mass market products. By their "nature", it is normal to experience slight inconsistencies in texture, color and scent from batch to batch. The effectiveness of the final product; however, is what is truly important.
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September 13, 2019
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Using oils on your skin is often a scary and counter-intuitive concept. Trust me, it took me quite some time to warm-up to the idea – and then to actually put it into practice. Read on to learn WHY oils are your skin's best friend and HOW to introduce them!
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