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DIY Beauty: Homemade Scrubs from Toner

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Wednesday January 25, 2012 by Alexandra C.

Last week we gave you an easy DIY for a homemade toner. Hopefully you've been loving the toner and the glowing skin you're getting from it! The recipe makes enough for a small bottle with a little leftover, so if you're looking for an easy way to use up what's left, why not try a scrub?

This scrub is wonderful for your face, but I also suggest using it on your hands for...

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DIY Beauty: How to make a homemade toner

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Tuesday January 17, 2012 by Alexandra C.

A good toner is hard to find...

Which is why I decided to put my skills to use and DIY one, perfect for me and my skin! This toner recipe is simple, easy and can be customized depending on your skin type. If you're 'blessed' with combination skin prone to blemishes like myself then stick with the ingredients but adding more or less or certain ingredients will work for drier or...

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Winter Skin Remedies: Staff Picks

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Wednesday January 11, 2012 by Alexandra C.

Dear Winter,

Stop hating on our skin, would you?

Sincerely, ChickAdvisor Staff.

Every year winter comes, and every year it wins. It makes our skin dry, itchy or flakey. This year though, winter won't be winning- you will. We have fabulous tips and product recommendations from the staff of ChickAdvisor to help you battle the dry winter skin blues!

Alexandra

On a daily basis, I use...

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DIY: How To Make Homemade Bath Bombs

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Monday January 2, 2012 by Alexandra C.

After the stress of the holidays (and not to mention that late night New Years Eve bash), you need some time to decompress. Is there any better remedy for your stress than a warm, therapeutic bath?

I don't think so! So, with that in mind, we have an easy to follow and simple to recreate DIY bath bomb recipe. You and your body will thank me, when you're slipping into an aromatic tub...

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DIY Cocoa Coffee Face Mask

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Wednesday November 16, 2011

We've been talking DIY facials for a few weeks now. While those recipes featured simple pantry staples like apples, oats, and egg whites, this one goes a little more exotic for a fun - yet highly effective - twist.

This cocoa-coffee face mask will work to heal breakouts, thoroughly cleanse skin, and make you glow!

½ cup creme fraiche (substitute with sour cream, plain yogurt or...

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DIY Apple Citrus Facial Cleanser

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Wednesday November 9, 2011

During the summer my friend and I experimented with this easy DIY cleanser and loved it. Ideal for combination to oily skin, the apple and citrus extracts act as astringents for a deep clean while yogurt adds a thick creaminess that leaves your skin feeling soft and bright.

2 peeled apple slices
2 Tbsp plain yogurt
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice

Wash, peel and slice fresh apple (any type will do)...

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DIY Pore Tightening Facial

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Thursday November 3, 2011

Minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores is tricky - no wonder we're constantly talking about it!

This easy DIY pore tightening facial from ChickAdvisor member Glamgal uses ingredients straight from your pantry and includes one of our favourite beauty ingredients (and so we're automatically interested).

1 egg white
½ tsp flour
½ tsp lemon juice
½ tsp water
½ tsp milk
½ tsp honey

Beat egg...

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DIY Facials: Warming Oat & Honey Mask Recipe

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Tuesday October 18, 2011

As the temperature drops outside my skin becomes drier and drier. I use this easy face mask in the cooler seasons to warm my skin and keep it hydrated.

4 Tbsp rolled oats (Quick or Regular, but not Instant)
3 Tbsp plain yogurt
1 Tbsp honey
1/2 Tbsp warm water

Combine oatmeal and water in small bowl and heat in microwave for 15-20 seconds. Mix honey and yogurt into the warm oatmeal until the...

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New Product Review Club Offer: AVEENO Fresh Essentials Anti-Fatigue Eye Roller

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Monday August 15, 2011 by ChickAdvisor Team

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As much as we know we should be getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night, it’s not always possible and—let’s be honest—might cramp our social calendar on occasion. Since we’re always looking for simple ways to look fresh and rested in the midst of our busy lifestyles, start by taking your beauty prep back to square one: your skin.

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All in One Skin Care Makeup

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Tuesday August 2, 2011 by Jennifer Kim

Who has enough time to worry about not only sunscreen and moisturizer but also foundation, skin brightening cream, blemish control, etc etc.

I have a solution for you! Its name is BBCream and it's the jack of all trades of the cosmetics industry. It functions in a variety of ways but suggests a generally improved appearance. BBCream is also known as Blemish Balm...

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