The following are the 5 benefits of ACV

Regulates Blood Sugar – Decreases blood sugar levels by 31% after eating white bread. Vinegar digestion can also improve insulin resistance, which is effective in reducing high blood sugar in diabetes.

Enhance Weight Loss – There is a multitude of research that expresses that consuming 2tbs per day of apple vinegar a day without nay modification to your diet over 12 weeks can lead to 4 pounds of weight loss. However, ACV should not be used as a quick fix but in combination to a healthy diet and lifestyle..

Lowers Cholesterol and Reduces Blood Pressure – Improves heart health by lowering cholesterol and reducing blood pressure levels.

Improves Skin Health – Improves skin health by treating acne and reducing scarring. ACV is also great for its anti-bacterial properties.

Relieves Symptoms of Acid Reflux – Acid reflux occurs when there is a low level of stomach acid present. ACV provides relief by introducing acid into the digestive system.

Apple Cider Vinegar Uses

ACV Hair Rinse – Apple Cider Vinegar removes residue and product buildup in the hair. It also naturally detangles, smoothens, and conditions your hair for a brilliant shine.

Ingredients: 1 Part Apple Cider Vinegar, 1 Part Water

ACV Skin Toner – Apple Cider Vinegar improves your overall complexion, restores your skin’s pH and reduces blemishes.

Ingredients: 1 Part Apple Cider Vinegar, 2 Parts Water

ACV Drink and Soak -Drinking 1 to 2 Tbs of apple cider vinegar a day in your water, tea, or drink can help your overall system. Also add a few Tbs of ACV to a bath for all over softness

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Laws of Nature Cosmetics

Jasmine Rose, CEO of Laws of Nature Cosmetics, birthed her idea through her experience and a need. She began her journey in 2007 after learning of her mother’s Stage 4 Breast Cancer diagnosis. The diagnosis of her mother led Jasmine to learn more about breast cancer and the risk factors that lead to cancer. In her research, Jasmine discovered that there was a strong link between certain chemicals in cosmetics and environmental factors in instances of breast cancer. Jasmine’s discovery led her to seek cosmetic products without harmful chemicals and she found that it was hard to find the right products for her skin tone. It was from this need that she began to experiment and make her own products which led to the launch of her brand Laws of Nature. Laws of Nature includes  different lines of foundations perfect for your skin tone without harmful chemicals.

Beauty Bakerie

Cashmere Nicole founded Beauty Bakerie in 2011 with a mission to sweeten the lives of others with a carefree brand that influences men and women to feel empowered and beautiful. Cashmere started at a young age with different entrepreneurial ventures. She was a creative entrepreneurial spirit but none of the businesses she started resonated with her and stuck until she founded Beauty Bakerie. It is important to note that if you have a vision for something it is best to just start and keep trying until you find something that sticks. Cashmere also had that moment during her fight with cancer that left her to create a more health conscious and research driven brand. Beauty Bakerie includes a line of liquid lipsticks, setting powders, illuminators, eyebrow gels, eyeshadows and eyeliners.

Unsun Cosmetics

Unsun Cosmetics also began with a need and founder Katonya Breaux created a lane where her need was fulfilled. Unsun Cosmetics was born after Katonya struggled with finding an all natural sunscreen that did not leave a white and grey film on her skin. One day, she looked in the mirror and decided that enough was enough and she decided that she needed to create something that worked for her skin. Shortly after, she sought out a lab and founded Unsun Cosmetics. Katonya also wants Unsun Cosmetics to draw the attention to the fact that people with dark skin still need to protect their skin. Ozone layer depletion and environmental issues will now affect dark skin tones more than it did previously. Unsun Cosmetics includes a line of tinted mineral sunscreens, SPF hand creams, and SPF lip tints.

Comment down below if you have used any of these products or if you use any black-owned beauty products!

All my fellow dry skin girls know what it’s like to battle dryness in the winter. Here are a few masks that you can use to rejuvenate and revitalize your skin during the winter season.

Dry Skin

DIY Oatmeal, Milk and Honey Mask

Ingredients include lavender essential oil, milk powder, oatmeal powder, and  raw honey. Oatmeal powder is a highly essential ingredient as it provides a gentle scrub to remove dead skin while also moisturizing and soothing. Honey contributes antibacterial properties and also locks in moisture. Lavender adds a beautiful delicate scent with anti-inflammatory properties.

Step 1: Add 2 Tbs of powdered oatmeal, powdered milk, and raw honey

Step 2: Add 2 or 3 drops of lavender essential oil

Step 4: Blend everything together

Step 5: Apply with cosmetic brush and leave on for 15 minutes

Step 6: Rinse of with warm water and apply moisturizer to seal in moisture.

In-Store

Avocado & Oatmeal Facial Clay Mask, $4.29

This product includes many essentials that will soothe and smooth your dry skin such as vitamin E, avocado, and oatmeal.

Mario Badescu Super Collagen Mask, $24

This product contains collagen which will liven up your skin for a fresh youthful glow.

Glam Glow Hydrating Treatment, $69

Glam Glow has definitely risen in popularity in 2017. This particular mask contains coconut oil which is an essential oil in fighting environmental contaminants. It will also boost your lipid barrier and restore moisture.

Comment down below if you’ve used any of these products or have tried the diy mask.