Recently I posted about the importance of using sunscreen. Even with the use of sunscreen there are those days we overdue it and our skin needs a bit of soothing. So if your skin needs cooling relief or feels a bit dry, you can make this DIY cream from items you probably have in your home.
Items Needed:
4-ounce jar
1/4 cup organic coconut oil
1/4 cup aloe vera gel
Lavender essential oil
Peppermint essential oil
Directions:
Mix coconut oil and aloe vera in the jar.
Add 10 drops of lavender oil and 5 drops of peppermint oil. Mix well.
Test the cream on a small area of your skin to ensure that there is no reaction before generously applying all over.
Sunburns and Summer seem to go hand in hand. No one wants to spend these beautiful sun filled days indoors, so it is important to use sunscreen. Using sunscreen is essential to reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature aging. Here is some helpful sun protection tips from the American Academy of Dermatology and visit aad.org.
Who should wear sunscreen?
Sunscreen helps prevent skin cancer by protecting you from the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
According to statistics, an estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in his or her lifetime.
Everyone—regardless of age, gender, or race
What type of sunscreen is most beneficial?
Broad spectrum (which protects against both UVA and UVB rays)
SPF 30 or higher
Water resistant
When should sunscreen be applied?
Every day—UV rays are present throughout the year, even on cloudy days.
Be extra cautious around sand, snow, and water, which reflect the sun’s rays and increase the need for sunscreen.
How much sunscreen is necessary?
1 ounce is the amount that is needed to cover exposed areas.
If using spray sunscreen, apply evenly. Be careful to avoid inhalation: don’t spray near your face and mouth, and be mindful of the direction of the wind if applying outdoors.
How often should sunscreen be applied?
Apply sunscreen to dry skin 15 minutes prior to going outside.
Reapply sunscreen every two hours, or sooner if in water or sweating.
A powder room or a half bathroom may be frequented by your guests, so it’s an ideal place to add glamour to your home. Because a powder room can be relatively tiny, you can decorate it inexpensively, making it the perfect spot to experiment with finishes and colors you might be hesitant to use in a larger room. Use these tips to add luxury and style to this space.
Add Decorative Elements Use crisp, white wainscoting to make the walls more interesting and white crown molding to draw eyes upward and make the small room feel bigger.
Paint the Walls It can be easier to experiment with color in a powder room since it’s a contained space, so you could try painting your walls a hue you might not otherwise use in your home. Black-and-white color schemes in half baths are trending, as are emerald green, navy blue, dark gray, and purple. An alternative to painting your walls in a deeply pigmented color is to leave them white and add a vibrant color to your wainscoting instead. Consider using glossy paint on your wainscoting to make it easier to clean.
Embellish It A few rolls of wallpaper might be all you need to upgrade your powder room from basic to fantastic. To simplify the decorating process, you could dress your walls with peel-and-stick wallpaper. Such adhesive-backed wallpaper is easy to hang and remove if you tire of it, and is best for half baths since tubs or showers can produce adhesive-loosening steam.
Shine Some Light Illuminate your room and add bling to it by bringing in a gorgeous ceiling-light fixture, such as a mini crystal chandelier, a beaded farmhouse-style chandelier, or an industrial flush-mount glass fixture. You could also add a wall-mounted light source, such as this white-globe sconce, on either side of your vanity for an industrial look or this three-light brass fixture over the vanity.
Tile It Tiling can be a fun and inexpensive way to add style, color, and durability to your powder room. Ceramic tile is a popular choice for both walls and floors, while peel-and-stick faux tile can make it easy for homeowners to get the look they want without advanced do-it-yourself skills.
Update the Vanity You could swap out your vanity for a new one or paint your existing vanity with primer and then a low-VOC acrylic enamel paint to give it a new look.
Hang a Mirror A mirror is essential for any powder room because it’s necessary for grooming, can reflect light, and can make a space look and feel bigger. You could choose a round mirror framed in black for simplicity, a scalloped mirror with beveled edges for elegance, or an oval mirror for a classic look. As a general rule, choose a mirror with a width that’s at least one to two inches less than your vanity. Center the mirror over your sink, and place it at a height that complements the space and allows most people who will be using it to see their own reflection.
Accessorize Once you have all the main elements of your powder room in place, you can add decor that complements its design.
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