Cold weather got your feet feeling blue?
During the winter time, we have no choice but to cover up and keep certain parts of our body from the cold. One, in particular, is our feet and because it is always covered up during this season, we tend to also provide it with less attention and maintenance since it would be rarely seen in any scene.
But must we wait until the sun is shining on our feet again to continue to give it some love? Lucky us, we do not need to! Let us give you some DIY winter tips that will make you have happy feet again no matter what season we are in.
The Sweetest Soak:
Ahhh...this one comes in handy especially on those rough days at work. Here is our favorite —
Anti-oxidant Honey Foot Soak.
Just drop a cup of honey into a shallow tub of warm water and with a 15-minute soak, your feet will feel softer than ever.
The Invigorating Scrub:
We might not be able to erase our coldest days but we can for sure scrub the dead skin away with our DIY Peppermint Foot Scrub.
What we need:
1/2 granulated sugar
4 drops of peppermint oil
coconut oil
Once swirled in together, we can then start applying it directly to our feet. Scrub the homemade potion and soak your feet in warm weather afterward. A slice of heaven for sure!
Moisturizing Socks:
Whether you start with our DIY soak or scrub, it is very important that we keep our feet moisturize especially in this harsh weather. Dry feet during winter can easily cause cracked heels and can lead into multiple disorders such as athlete’s foot. Our simple solution?
Our DIY Jelly socks!
To restore moisture back in our feet, we will only need a few things:
a pair of socks
petroleum jelly
Before bed, coat your feet with the jelly and massage it evenly. Apply the socks once done and voila! The jelly will be working its magic overnight while you are getting your beauty sleep.
We hope you all enjoyed our mini DIYs and remember, our feet need TLC all throughout the 4 seasons and it only takes 1,2,3 to make it all happen.
Organic Skincare
Last week, I was sitting across from my 82-year-old mother and found myself staring at her face. Something was slightly different. Her skin looked firmer, healthier-glowing a bit. I had not seen her in a few weeks so the thought of a little plastic surgery did cross my mind. She joked for years about a little nip and tuck here and there but she would tell me right? So of course, I said something. I told her how great she looked (because she did) so she had the opportunity to spill the beans. She said, “it is the cream you told me about.” I could not believe my ears that I was getting all the credit for introducing her to this wonderful organic skincare line I discovered about 10 years ago called Savor Beauty. I was excited to think that my skin may look like hers when I am her age since I use the line religiously twice a day. It truly is an amazing line and I think it works!
Five Ways to Appreciate You
It is that time of year where we give thanks and show gratitude to those around us. But there is one person we often leave out, ourselves. This year let Primp help you show a little appreciation for your own body.
Here are five ways you can take care of you:
1. Fitness. You have heard the benefits of staying fit - it reduces your chances for injuries, slows the aging process, delivers oxygen to your outer extremities and reduces stress levels. And while our intentions are good we often start fitness programs that we do not see through. Fact is we are all different and finding a program that is right for you is critical. Even just one visit with a qualified personal trainer can help you create a program that works for you which in turn might help keep you working out.
2. Nutrition. There are so many articles and opinions on nutrition it is hard to know what to do. Seeing a nutritionist can help you make sense of it but in lieu of that, there are few things that most nutritionists agree on. Shop the perimeter of the food market as that is where the fresh meat and produce are available. Eat healthy snacks in between meals to avoid ravenous hunger. Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water each day. Your skin, mood, body and soul will thank you for honoring them with nutrients they need.
3. Body Massage. It is no secret that massage therapy hosts a long list of health benefits. A body massage can help ease muscle and back pain, enhance immunities, improve skin condition, lessen depression and anxiety, increase joint flexibility, lower blood pressure, lower stress hormones and increase feel good hormones. It is one hour of goodness that can last you for days.
4. Skincare. “Invest in your skin. It is going to represent you for a long time” – Linden Tyler. A combination of simple daily care and a monthly facial can do wonders for you skin. It will keep it clean, clear and help it to retain hydration. It will keep your pores clean deep down, and additionally actually make them smaller. It can also help diminish the signs of aging. So take a little time and make sure you’re putting your best face forward.
5. Manicures and Pedicures. There is maybe no part of our bodies that needs to be thanked more than our hands and feet. Routine manicures and pedicures are a healthy habit that will prevent hangnails, promote nail growth, improves health and texture of nails and will keep cuticles well moisturized. Some people are surprised by this but fact is when you feel good about your hands and feet, it boosts your overall confidence as well.
There is your five. We hope you find the time for you this holiday season and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!