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Aloha Romantic Friends, Today, I am to start a new product launch. I have decided that I want to make Body Butter. This is the first step in the process is to add Cocoa Butter. It looks great! Now let's begin Step Two. Tune in for more videos coming soon.

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Natural Lip Care: Benefits of Moringa Oil for Soft Lips

Discover how moringa seed oil can transform your lip care routine. Learn about its hydrating, anti-aging, and healing properties, plus explore DIY recipes for soft, nourished lips with Pura Vida's moringa-based products.

When it comes to skincare, lips are often the most neglected part of the body. We apply countless products to our face and body, but we often forget the delicate skin on our lips needs care and attention too. Whether it's the dry winter months, sun exposure, or just the daily wear and tear from talking and eating, our lips are constantly exposed to external factors that can leave them chapped, dry, or irritated. But don't worry—there’s a natural remedy that can help you achieve soft, healthy lips: moringa oil.

At Pura Vida, we're passionate about the many incredible benefits of moringa, and today, we’re diving into how moringa seed oil can transform your lip care routine. From its ability to deeply hydrate and soothe irritated lips to its rich antioxidant content that protects against environmental damage, moringa seed oil is the perfect natural solution for soft, supple lips.

Why Lip Care Matters

Your lips are often one of the first things people notice about you, and they can easily become chapped or irritated due to external elements like weather, pollution, or even certain foods. The skin on your lips is thinner and more sensitive than the skin on the rest of your body, which means it needs special care.

At Pura Vida, we believe that using natural ingredients in your skincare routine is the key to achieving healthy and glowing skin, and lips are no exception. Moringa seed oil, known for its nourishing and rejuvenating properties, offers a multitude of benefits when it comes to lip care. Whether you're looking to repair cracked lips, prevent dryness, or simply keep them soft and hydrated, moringa seed oil is the answer.

What is Moringa Seed Oil?

Before we dive into the benefits of moringa seed oil for your lips, it’s important to understand what this powerhouse ingredient actually is. Moringa oil is derived from the seeds of the Moringa Oleifera tree, also known as the "Miracle Tree" due to its remarkable nutritional profile and therapeutic properties. The oil is cold-pressed from the seeds, retaining all of its potent nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins.

The oil is rich in essential fatty acids, including oleic acid, which helps to nourish and hydrate the skin. It also contains high levels of vitamins A, C, and E, which are known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These nutrients make moringa seed oil an excellent choice for lip care, as it works to deeply hydrate and repair while protecting your lips from environmental damage.

At Pura Vida, we offer high-quality Moringa Oil as part of our product lineup, perfect for incorporating into your lip care routine.

Deep Hydration for Softer Lips

One of the most important functions of any lip care product is hydration, and moringa seed oil excels at providing just that. The skin on your lips has fewer sebaceous glands than the rest of your face, which means it tends to dry out more quickly. Moringa seed oil is rich in fatty acids, which help to replenish the moisture that your lips may be lacking.

When you apply moringa seed oil to your lips, it works to create a barrier that locks in moisture, preventing it from evaporating. This ensures that your lips stay hydrated for longer, even in dry or cold conditions. In fact, the natural moisturizing properties of moringa seed oil make it an ideal choice for those living in climates with extreme temperatures.

Whether you're battling dry lips during the winter months or need a little extra hydration after spending time in the sun, Pura Vida’s Moringa Oil can help keep your lips soft, smooth, and perfectly hydrated.

Antioxidant Protection Against Environmental Damage

Your lips are exposed to various environmental factors every day, from pollution and UV rays to wind and extreme temperatures. These external elements can cause significant damage to the delicate skin on your lips, leading to dryness, cracking, and premature aging.

Thankfully, moringa seed oil is packed with antioxidants, particularly vitamins C and E, which work to protect your lips from these harmful elements. Antioxidants are crucial in neutralizing free radicals that can cause oxidative stress, which leads to premature aging and skin damage. By applying moringa seed oil to your lips, you’re giving them a layer of protection against environmental pollutants and UV rays, which can dry out and damage the skin.

Moringa oil’s antioxidant properties also help to repair any damage that may already be present, promoting healthier skin and preventing further issues. So, if you're looking for a natural way to protect your lips from the daily stressors of the environment, look no further than Pura Vida’s Moringa Oil.

Anti-inflammatory Benefits for Irritated Lips

If you suffer from cracked or irritated lips, you know how painful and uncomfortable it can be. The skin on your lips is thin and sensitive, and when it becomes inflamed or cracked, it can cause redness, soreness, and even bleeding.

One of the standout benefits of moringa seed oil is its anti-inflammatory properties. The oil helps to reduce redness and swelling, making it an excellent choice for soothing irritated lips. Whether your lips are chapped due to harsh weather, allergies, or other factors, moringa seed oil can calm the inflammation and promote faster healing.

The anti-inflammatory compounds in moringa seed oil, including zeatin (a plant hormone), work to reduce irritation and encourage the natural healing process. By regularly applying moringa oil to your lips, you can help reduce inflammation and keep your lips feeling comfortable.

Nourishing and Healing Damaged Lips

Chapped and cracked lips are not just uncomfortable—they can also be a sign that your lips are in need of some extra nourishment and care. Fortunately, moringa seed oil is rich in the vitamins and minerals your lips need to repair and regenerate.

Moringa oil is high in vitamin A, which plays a key role in skin cell turnover and regeneration. This makes it an excellent choice for healing damaged lips, as it promotes the growth of new skin cells and helps to restore a healthy barrier.

In addition to vitamin A, moringa seed oil also contains vitamin E, which helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines. If you're dealing with lips that are cracked, dry, or damaged, Pura Vida’s Moringa Oil can speed up the healing process and help your lips return to their soft, smooth state.

Gentle and Safe for Sensitive Skin

Many lip care products on the market are filled with artificial fragrances, chemicals, and preservatives that can irritate sensitive skin. The delicate skin on your lips is often more prone to reactions, making it important to choose products that are gentle and safe for use.

Moringa seed oil is a natural, chemical-free solution that is gentle on the skin, making it ideal for those with sensitive lips. Unlike many conventional lip balms that contain potentially irritating ingredients, moringa oil is free from harsh chemicals and fragrances, reducing the risk of irritation or allergic reactions.

At Pura Vida, we’re committed to offering high-quality, natural products like our Moringa Oil to provide you with a safe and effective solution for lip care. You can trust that our products are free from harmful chemicals and are suitable for even the most sensitive skin types.

Promoting Youthful Lips: Anti-Aging Effects

As we age, our lips naturally lose their fullness and elasticity, often leading to fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth. This is a common concern, but moringa seed oil can help restore and maintain a youthful appearance for your lips. Moringa oil is rich in oleic acid, an essential fatty acid known for its ability to support collagen production. Collagen is a protein that helps keep the skin firm, plump, and smooth. By boosting collagen levels, moringa oil helps to maintain the natural volume and smoothness of your lips, effectively reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Additionally, the high levels of vitamins A and E in moringa oil promote skin regeneration, providing an extra layer of protection against aging. Regular use of moringa seed oil can help delay the signs of aging, leaving your lips feeling soft, supple, and youthful. Incorporating it into your routine is an easy way to keep your lips looking smooth and plump.

How to Use Moringa Seed Oil for Lip Care

Now that you’re familiar with the incredible benefits of moringa seed oil for your lips, let’s talk about how to incorporate it into your daily routine. Here are some simple steps for using Pura Vida’s Moringa Oil to achieve soft, healthy lips:

Cleanse: Start by gently removing any makeup or debris from your lips with a mild cleanser.

Apply: Take a small amount of moringa oil and warm it between your fingertips.

Massage: Gently massage the oil into your lips, paying attention to any dry or cracked areas.

Leave it on: Allow the oil to absorb into your lips for at least 10 minutes for maximum hydration and nourishment.

Repeat: For best results, use moringa seed oil on your lips twice daily—once in the morning and once before bed.

You can also use moringa oil as a lip mask by applying a thicker layer before bed and letting it work overnight for intense hydration and healing.

10. 3 DIY Lip Care Recipes with Moringa Oil

If you're looking to take your lip care routine to the next level, here are 3 simple DIY recipes using moringa oil that you can make at home. These recipes combine the power of moringa oil with other natural ingredients to create soothing, nourishing treatments for your lips.

1. Moringa Oil Lip Balm

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon Pura Vida Moringa Oil

1 tablespoon beeswax pellets

1 teaspoon coconut oil

1 teaspoon shea butter

Instructions:

In a double boiler, combine the beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter. Stir occasionally until fully melted.

Once the ingredients are melted, remove from heat and add in the moringa oil. Mix well.

Pour the mixture into a small lip balm container or tin and let it cool completely before use.

Apply this nourishing lip balm as needed to keep your lips soft and hydrated.

2. Moringa and Honey Lip Scrub

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon Pura Vida Moringa Oil

1 tablespoon raw honey

1 tablespoon brown sugar (or white sugar)

Instructions:

Mix the honey and sugar in a small bowl to create a scrub-like consistency.

Add in the moringa oil and stir until all ingredients are well combined.

Gently massage the scrub onto your lips for 1-2 minutes, focusing on any dry, flaky areas.

Rinse with warm water and follow up with your favorite lip balm for extra hydration.

3. Moringa Lip Mask for Softness and Repair

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon Pura Vida Moringa Oil

1 tablespoon avocado oil

1 teaspoon honey

Instructions:

Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl until they form a smooth paste.

Apply a thick layer of the lip mask to your lips and leave it on for 10-15 minutes.

Gently wipe off any excess with a damp cloth or tissue. Your lips will feel softer, smoother, and more nourished.

Conclusion

Incorporating moringa seed oil into your lip care routine can transform your lips from dry and cracked to soft, smooth, and nourished. Packed with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and skin-repairing nutrients, moringa seed oil is an essential addition to any lip care regimen. At Pura Vida, we’re proud to offer high-quality Moringa Oil, giving you the perfect solution to nourish and protect your lips naturally. Whether you're battling dry, irritated lips or simply want to maintain soft, youthful lips, moringa seed oil is here to help.

But that’s not all—Pura Vida offers a full range of moringa-based products that promote overall health and wellness. Our Moringa Capsules provide an easy way to boost your daily nutrient intake, while Moringa Powder can be incorporated into smoothies, teas, or recipes for a powerful antioxidant boost. If you prefer something more targeted, our Moringa Drops offer convenient doses of moringa’s benefits. For full-body care, try our Moringa Body Butter, perfect for keeping your skin hydrated and soft.

With regular use of Pura Vida’s products, you'll notice a healthier, more vibrant you from head to toe! Treat your lips—and your body—to the natural goodness of moringa today.

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RIDE OR DIE

Summary: In which y/n does not play about her "Maxie".

Faceclaim: xyahaaliyah on Instagram

earthangelyn is now live

Y/N : Hiiii babies. I haven't had a chat with you guys in awhile and I have a bit of free time so i decided to check in with you guys.

User5: hey y/n you look gorgeous, you're glowing!

Y/N: thank you, it's this new body butter I've been using!

User6: what's the name of it?

Y/N: I haven't named it as yet, it's DIY. It has shea butter, coconut oil, cocoa butter.... all of that good stuff!

User7: where are you?

Y/N: I'm in a park not too far from our apartment, came here with Maxie to unwind and just reconnect with nature. We both had a hectic week.

User7: aw, how cute.

Redbullsupremacy: how did you and max meet?

Y/N: (chuckles) um it's not that interesting of a story. We met at a humane society's fundraiser. I was there as a volunteer at this booth that was testing people's knowledge of cats and Maxie was almost able to name every single breed of cat. It was soooooo hot, I was like "I'm really feeling the fck outta this nerd. I think we can make love on a stack of veterinary textbooks."

User7:😭😭😭😭

User6: yooooooo

User9: did you know that it was Max Verstappen?

Y/N: no I didn't have a single clue, I wasn't into f1 before I met him. I just knew that he was a huge lover of cats and that had me hooked.

User9: you guys are adorable.

User5g: what's your favourite thing to do with Max?

Y/N: I love breathing with him and listening to the subtle hums of his voice when he speaks.

User5g: what an answer, I'm sick😭

User2: the love is very loud and I'm here for it

User4%: I'm sleeping in traffic tonight 🙂

User5: literally what does that mean?🙁

Y/N: Anyways I wish I could answer more of your question guys but Maxie wanted us to spend some time birdwatching so I'm gonna end the live now to do that, byeee. Muah!

earthangelyn has ended the live

Five days later

October 24, 2024

[loveletters2myself]

turns out i wasn’t depressed. i just needed to dry brush my body, lather on a diy honey face mask, followed by an everything shower, a lymphatic face and body massage, and moisturize with vanilla body butter goodness.

[mallowmaenad]

baedel flow

this shit ain't nothin to me girl

i'm taking DIY alstolfo brand temu titty skittles. I got so much prog up my ass my dildo has erectile dysfunction. I'm injecting estrogen straight into my face so I can force fem the cop in my brain.

I'm problematic. I ship things you can't imagine. The judge read my Archive Of Our Own bookmarks out loud and the jury were too busy throwing up to give me a guilty verdict.

I smoke shit so dank it'll age regress you into a fucking sperm.

I'm on that greymarket back alley bimbo goo. I'm doing deviantart shit to my body just to look myself in the mirror when I shave in the morning.

Your sister LOVES my milk duds. You never had a brother, she calls me mommy with a 2 year age difference.

I'm putting lead and estrogen in my haters' cereal so I can make some toxic yuri, get them moaning in their boyvoices 6 months later behind the Warhammer store like I'm fucking Slaanesh.

They/them me again and I'll run a used Manscaped Lawnmower across your face until you look like a fucking newborn

I show up to Planned Parenthood just to stand there and watch the abortions, licking my lips between sips of Strawberry Dreams mixed with pure thailander gamer girl sweat.

When I'm done with you you'll never want to go to the pool shirtless again bitch

I'm on those quadruple puppygirlboygirl anarchist homebrew estrogen patches, taking so much spiro that Big Pharma is wiping down fire hydrants in my area to make Premarin with the residue.

The only thing Harkness is testing is my fucking patience and I'm about to turn him into another one of my little sisters

I'm smoking that bocchi the rock giving myself middle school anxiety so intense it erases my male socialization

They wanted to write a callout post about me so I fucked their moms, and their dogs and the playstation 5 just for good measure, now if they don't call me auntie they're grounded from role playing My Hero Academia characters on discord for 2 weeks.

You wish I'd make you my bitch. By the time you re-align your pronouns you'll be bottoming for a fucking stuffed shark posting about your Amazon Basics skirt on reddit

They call me the egg cracker because I bust so many fucking balls

I radiate so much AGP my nickname at the local pride center is elephant's foot. I give Kaitlyn Jenner so much gender envy it's got her considering voting blue in the next election.

Yeah I'm on E, what the fuck else am I gonna trip on when I drive to the pharmacy blasting SewerSlvt so loud youtube is recommending video essays to every single person in the tri state area.

Christine Chandler wishes she was me. Contrapoints wishes she was me. Aphrodite desires me carnally. They can't handle the divine feminine energy radiating from my unwashed hen cause they gotta go through the Hero's Journey just to get a face full of baby butter that tastes like expired anchovies.

Tonight girl my chosen name is Bridget because I'm going to go to town inside you. Your hole's gonna be more ruined than Thanksgiving dinner when I show up in a slutty little number watching my cousin the same age as me lose another inch of his hairline.

I'm sucking on that neocities watamote siscon shadow siren hard candy getting affected like a male feminist just heard me say the word bitch a little too loud for his liking. My Celeste speedruns have never been faster.

Fuck around and find out keep talking shit and my final fantasy 14 plugins won't be the only thing I'll be reprogramming tonight

[baby-alien11]

being Skeet Ulrich daughter and dating Jack Champion

Some people could think that being the child of an icon actor from the 90s will be overwelming, but to you, it was an honnor to be one of the children of Skeet Ulrich

Being the youngest child meant that you were treated like a baby by your family, especially your older siblings who liked to play dress up with you

Mostly putting the ghostface mask that Skeet kept as a memory from Scream on you

When Skeet saw your little body with the big ass mask and a little robe, he only laugh and took a photo of you

You didn't understand the meaning of the mask until you were eight and saw the four movies

So when your father was asked to make a comeback for a new Scream movie, you were the most excited and asked him if you could go with him

But because of the pandemic, his scenes had to be filmed in a green screen, but you went to see the process of filming

While being there, you made a bond with Melissa who played Sam, Billy Lomis daughter, calling her your "half fictional sister"

Radio Silence, the group of directors, even offered you a small cameo in the next movie, which you gladly acepted with your fathers permition due to you still being a minor

So a year later, when the filming in Montreal started, you flew there with your father, due to him having to shoot scenes for the movie

Arriving there, there was a reunion with the current and new cast to get to know each other

That's when you and Jack met

It was nice to have someone your age to hang out in the middle of a cast of young adults and grown ups

He felt the same, but at the same time he was nervous because you were the daughter of Skeet Ulrich, one of the OG ghostface

But with the more time that you both spend together, he realised that you were almost the same chaotic as him

When the time to filming arrived, the directors told you that your cameo will be on one of the first scenes during a Halloween party and your costume will be one of your fathers recent characters, which was a female version of F.P. Jones with your own jacket that the crew of Riverdale gifted you on your sixteen birthday

At the moment that Jack saw you, he was speachless by how beautiful you looked, while you look at him with curiosity because of his diy knight costume

"This is so creative", you laughed analyzing the costume, "I love it"

"Really?", Jack asked with a little smile

"Of course", you exclaimed, "I can already saw a lot of people doing this for actual Halloween"

Hearing that words, the smile that Jack had on his face only grow with confidence

Enough confidence to asked you out on a date at that same moment, which you acepted

On the weekend during Jacks free days, you went to a amusement park with both of your parents supervision due to still being minors

In that date, during one of the games he won a red dragon plushie which he gave to you as a gift

The plushie ended up being named Jake, for American Dragon: Jake Long

During the next weeks of filming, you avoided to go to the set in order to not get spoiled on the entire plot of the movie

So, your interactions with Jack were only during his free times or when he wasn't filming

Dates at his or yours hotel room, at restaurants, parks, etc

Even if your dad tried to see something bad in Jack, he couldn't because the guy was a sweetheart

(When Jack knew he was one of the ghostface, he asked Skeet for advice on his performance, which he was glad to give)

Jacks mom loves you, when he and your dad are on set, she often is making you company, it doesn't matter if it's watching a movie in the hotel or walking on the city

Switching childs was the name that she and your dad gave it

It wasn't until the wrap party, that Jack finally asked you if you wanted to be his girlfriend

Which you gladly acepted

From that moment, and thanks to both of you living in the same city, you often spend time in each others houses

Surprisingly, Butter, his sphynx cat, attached to you quickly, so you often put him inside the pocket of your hoodies, specially when was cold or hug him while taking naps

For a while, both of you decided to keep your relationship private until the Avatar era

It started with him saying things like "my girlfriend...", or things that both of you had done that connect with the question asked

During that days, you and Jack liked to see the reaction of the internet and the theories

The only people who knew where his castmates who had fun in keeping the secret

When the day of the London premier arrived, both of you walked the carpet hand by hand, and taking photos together with some interviews, until you gave him space to take individual photos

Let's say that the internet was crazy after the photos were released

After going public, photos, lives, tiktoks, etc together were almost always

Almost everytime that you open tiktok, you saw at leat five edits of both of you, which you send him

Trinity was like a little sister to you, often hearing her songs everyday

He even managed to you to acompany him to the gym, but you stayed in the cardio machines

When the time of Scream VI arrived, you went with your dad and walk a small part of the carpet with a few photos taken, and then you spent the rest with Jack

Seventeen even mannaged to get an interview with you

"Y/N, you look absolutely beaufitul!", the girl who was the reported exclaimed making you blushed, "What are you wearing?"

"This is Balmain, I wanted to go with the theme, so this black dress was the one"

"It's stunning, how do you feel at being here?"

"It's so cool, I watched the first four movies when I was eight and then I got to be in the set for the last and this one"

"I was informed that you have a cameo, can we know at what moment?"

"I'm just going to say that you'll know when you see me, just pay attention", you joked making her laugh

"And not only you get a cameo out of this movie, also someone special", she said making your face red, "Can we talk about that?"

"Oh my god, I thought I was ready for this question", you laughed, "Yes, I met someone special during this, and it was easy to connect beacuse we were the only minors, and Jack is the sweetest boy that I've ever met, is an adventure everyday with him"

"I just want to say that you are one of the best couples at the moment", she said, "What was your fathers reaction when he knew you and Jack were dating?"

"He was there, and he almost went Billy Loomis mood, but he loves him, don't tell my dad I said that"

"Well, it was nice talking to you, Y/N, you look stunning"

"You look stunning as well, have a good night, enjoy the movie"

During the movie, you almost jumped from your seat when the ghostface reveal was, not noticing that Jack was filming your reaction

y/n.ulrich, masonthegooding, lianaliberato, and 175, 882 more

jackchampion in honor of Scream VI now on cinnemas, I would like to bring this photo of my beautiful girlfriend

tagged: y/n.ulrich

melissabarreram look at my half fictional sister

usser125 this is so cute

jasminesavoy like father like daugther

jack_quaid dude, she is going to kill you

› jackchampion i'm taking the risk

y/n.ulrich okay

devyn_nekoda that answer isn't good

jackchampion, vanessamorgan, deadmeatjames and 39, 181 more

y/n.ulrich don't mess with Billy Loomis daugther

tagged: jackchampion

usser010327 yep, they are couple goals

melissabarreram SAY IT LOUDER SIS

skeetulrich I raised you and your siblings well

› y/n.ulrich thanks dad

deadmeatjames this is final girl material

jackchampion okay, you won

› y/n.ulrich as always

[violet-hearth]

Body Butter Recipe

This is the base for a basic body butter recipe, which is fairly quick, easy and cheap and good for those in the broom closet or (like me) are bouncing pay check to paycheck with low energy and money.

I love using recipe such as this one and my salt scrub recipe in self love rituals. Nothing screams decadence to me like spending extra time focusing on myself and my body. These types of spells are also great for glamours.

Basic Recipe:

3 cups shea butter of cocoa butter

1 cup carrier oil

a few drops of essential oil until desired scent is achieved

(optional) 1-2 tea spoons Vitamin E oil

(optional) 2 tablespoons cornstarch to thicken

Mix together the butter and oil, slowly ading your essential oils (or infused oils) until well mixed and you've achieved the desired scent - if your need to, you can heat up this mixture on a low heat to aid in mixing

If you desire a thick consistency, sift in your tablespoons of cornstarch into your cooled oil and butter mixture

Whip the mixture using an electric or hand whisk until desired consistency is reached and store in an airtight, wide rimmed container.

Self Seduction

3 cups shea butter

1 cup coconut butter

1 cup rosehip oil

a few drops of rose, lavender, ylang-ylang and sandalwood (or any other aphrodisiac oil or attraction/lust oils)

2 teaspoons vitamin E oil

1 teaspoon pink or red mica powder or food coloring (add more if needed, test on skin to ensure the colour doesn't transfer - optional)

Self Confidence Lotion

3 cups shea butter

1 cup carrier oil

1/4 cup aloe vera

2 teaspoons vitamin E oil (optional)

1-2 teaspoons water

a few drops of lemon balm, mint, jasmine, orange blossom (or other oils for confidence and prosperity)

As always, remember to adapt and change these recipe to fit your own practice and what you have on hand. Never feel like you have to follow exact recipes, diy your own spells and oils to what works best for you <3

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simple skincare tips!

🌼eat the foods that love you back. your skin is a direct mirror of your internal situation. if your digestive system is being bombarded often by foods that create a lot of wastes and residues, that does more harm than good. and so, the struggle to eliminate them will be reflected in your skin. your diet constitutes the vast majority of your skin health. change your meals to be whole food plant based (still delicious, satisfying, and exciting) & watch your skin glow and your skincare routine simplify.

🌼be conscious of what's going on your skin. the skin layers can be over-cleansed, imbalanced, and aggravated when the skin microbiome and pH are disrupted. if you wipe out the beneficial bacterial populations with harshly formulated products, you may find that you break out (i.e. harmful bacterial populations begin to thrive). use gentle, simple skin formulas such as castile soaps, natural oils & butters (i recommend jojoba oil for mostly everyone), natural soap bars, and clays. most commercial skin care products disturb the skin cells (introduce too much foreign material to the body, unsuitable pH ranges, imbalance the microbiome, etc). they sell because it's convention to buy them, the brands are well-known, and their sales pitches are enticing. but really, no cream or serum will ever be the magic potion your skin was asking for. it will only be a band-aid, at best. truly healthy skin comes from diet, and the products are just for any other necessary maintenance. if you get a pimple, you should look first to why the pimple emerged, not what treatment will remove it.

🌼keep your lymph flowing. simple ways to do this are through good lifestyle habits. things like doing exercise & sports you find fun, breathwork, dry brushing, eating lots of fruit, avoiding wearing bras & other tight clothing items, lymphatic massage/gua sha can all be helpful.

🌼focus on hydration via fresh fruits and veggies. the water within plant foods is more useable to your cells, and your skin will cease being overly oily or dry overtime (especially if you reduce/eliminate your salt & oil intake). it will also help to encourage lymphatic flow, so you can see problems like blemishes, cellulite, old scars diminish after great consistency.

🌼allow your skin to breathe. this is especially good if you spend time in stuffy (poorly ventilated) indoor environments, like offices, hospitals, planes, etc. one great way is via herbal facial steaming (i recommend it 3x a week or so). make a hot infusion of an aromatic tea, cover it and allow it to cool a few minutes, and, with closed eyes, allow the pores to open and receive the herbal medicine (this is a great time to meditate, manifest, and just feel pampered). getting more fresh air, working up a sweat, and going to a sauna are also ways to allow your skin to breathe.

🌼avoid steroid prescriptions creams at all costs. they are very deleterious to health in the long term, and they can be very painful to come off of. it's not a real fix. it's not worth hurting your kidneys & adrenals for. evaluate your diet instead. do you eat dairy? choose plant-based dairy options instead (they're simple to make yourself too). do you eat a lot of fats? try oil-free cooking methods instead (opt for sautéing with a bit of water, baking, steaming, air frying, etc). avoiding eating out as much.

🌼be aware of what you're putting in your hair as well. your shampoos, conditioner, leave-ins, gels, moisturizers, oils, serums, etc all tend to touch your face too, when your hair touches your face. if they wouldn't be good enough to put on your face, don't put them in your hair. a lot of the best skin cleansers are also suitable as shampoos. a lot of oils and butters can be used for both. plant-based gels like aloe vera or flax seed are simple to DIY, and are dual-use once again. basically, this will simplify your life.

🌼understand the water that runs through your pipes. if your shower and tap water are like most people's around the world, they aren't optimal for our skin. for example, they contain added chemicals to sanitize the water but that can prevent the proper microbiomes from developing on your skin. a weak skin microbiome is prone to skin issues. so, try to use distilled water on your face (if you're not able to get a water filter, a gallon jug at a store is affordable. they're about $1.30 USD in my area).

[re-velogs]

btw speaking of periods. here's a couple tips if nobody's told you — and these r just my personal experience of what worked for me, so take with a grain of salt! also just to say it from the jump i hope at least some of this could help a trans woman experiencing periods <3

Caffeine can help with cramps & (some) headaches. Even if it doesn't help you feel more awake or affect you in the typical way for whatever reason, it still helps with the cramps! If you don't like caffeinated beverages, midol or excedrin are both painkiller brands (acetimenophen i believe in both) that have caffeine in the pills as well, so you can take those to help without having to drink coffee or tea etc.

Heating pads or an electric blanket will change your life, but they can be expensive. You can make your own microwaveable heating pad with thick fabric and dried beans for much cheaper, just look up a diy guide to make sure you don't blow up your kitchen in a beancident (tone tag: silly!! very unlikely you can explode your kitchen, but you should still handle it carefully and not microwave it too long). If you don't want to or can't buy a heating pad/hot water bottle/make a heat plush, you can buy those little handwarmer bags at convenience stores (especially in the colder months). They're air activated and not all too expensive and last a while. I would take two or three and put them in a pillowcase and fold it up so i could lay it on my stomach like a heating pad without it directly touching my skin - since that can burn you.

Even if you don't experience bleeding, i would still recommend drinking a lot of water especially if you're like me and can barely get through a 16oz water bottle over two days (i'm working on it shh). It just is really good for you & again, can help with cramps, headaches, fatigue, and tbh even emotional symptoms.

You may not feel like eating anything when ur on ur period and i get it, i really do, but u gotta eat still bc it will make it all so much worse if you're on ur period AND hangry. that said, if you have any food sensitivities i would take extra care to avoid them during ur period bc you don't need to feel bloated and sick from your period And from eating lunch. it's horrid & i would sometimes end up playing myself like this right before a 6-8 hour shift on my feet and talking the whole day (i'm a teacher so i also would have to be explaining things and yknow, teaching without collapsing face first bc stomach ache).

As far as food goes, here's what worked for me: eating the same amount of food i normally do, but instead of 3 big meals and a snack or two (eating every 4 hours or so) i'd take my food amount and spread it out to turn it into a kind of constant nibbling the whole day (so finishing eating something every hour or two). i have stomach issues as-is so this helped prevent nausea and bloating, and also helped my energy stay consistent especially if i mixed it with drinking a lot of water and juice. personally it might be worth it to avoid super heavy/dense foods and invest in easy to make and simpler foods. like, protein bars, fruit strips, fresh fruit (apple slices and peanut butter <3) and veggies (carrots glazed in honey or roasted brussel sprouts are more delicious and easier to make than you think!). also, as much as you can, listen to what your body wants to eat. if ur craving chocolate, eat that. bc it's better to eat and feel good abt what you're eating than either not eating or feeling worse than you already do by forcing urself to eat stuff you don't want.

Last thing about food sorry it's just that eating is so important: If you have a good idea of when you get your period or when the worst symptoms are, try meal prepping the week before. nothing huge and complicated. you can straight up just make like six PB&Js and keep em in the fridge. if you have the energy to cook something you can have as leftovers, awesome! (one of my go to meals was boiling frozen pork & leek dumplings in chicken broth i made from store bought concentrate. took like 15 mins and i could sit by the warm stove and just watch it cook and then pour it in a thermos and then go lay face down somewhere. and it had salt, protein, carbs, veggie, just a great meal. and it being hot helped with cramps plus it was super light on my stomach!!)

Hate to say it but exercise helped so much with making periods manageable. If you can, try taking a 15 min walk each day. at the very least do some stretches within ur ability and comfort to help with general joint pain and keeping your body from feeling "creaky".

I love u please take care of yourself 🤍

[townofcrosshollow]

This is part 2 of an ongoing horror romance story about a depressed and isolated man finding new life after rescuing an injured fallen angel.

You can read part 1 here.

CWs for this chapter include graphic violence, references to alcoholism, and sexual innuendo (lots of it)

Samson had used a knife on flesh before, but never while the creature was still squirming. It was clear just at a glance that the angel-thing was suffering- he even considered for a moment whether to put it out of its misery like a deer that had a run-in with a car. But upon stepping closer to it with that hunting knife raised, he realized that the thing was far from morally wounded. Its whole body was scraped and bruised, but only those wings were broken. Those massive, unweildy wings.

At the base, where feather met flesh, it didn't look good. The bones had both dislocated. A significant amount of meat had been torn off, revealing mottled flesh under the pale skin- blue like spoiled beef, shimmering in the ambient light of the thing's own aura. More of that golden "blood" had started to run down its back. It drenched the ground beneath it like paint. That bleeding needed to stop if this thing was going to not die, but it looked like there was no saving those wings. So Samson slung the rifle over his back and pulled out his hunting knife.

The thing was compliant, almost docile in the face of the knife. Its screams quieted to whimpers. Samson got it prone and kneeled down straddling its back, golden stains pooling on the front of his jeans. He grabbed the wings and spread them out as best he could, feeling those downy soft feathers between his fingers. Its skin was soft too, and cool like a placid lake.

Samson unsheathed the knife, its serrated blade glinting in the holy aura of its soon-to-be victim's body. His hand was unsteady and his head swimming. He slid the blade between the ripped edges of skin on the thing's right wing. Everything came sharply into focus when he could feel the resistance of skin against metal. Gritting his teeth and holding the grip tight like a lifeline, Samson started to saw. More cool blood coated his hands as muscle split and tore around the knife's jagged edge. When he finally reached the skin, it stretched and shifted along with the serrations. He had to force it, his strokes further, faster, harder. And then he nearly caught himself in the leg as the last little piece of skin finally snapped.

Time for the second one. Sweat dripped from Samson's chin, his breathing quick. Underneath him, the thing wasn't squirming anymore, but it was whimpering, crying out little sounds of pain. Its cries were still bordering on musical. Hearing them, those melodic notes, a strange euphoria bubbled up in his chest and clouded his mind. This one was easier- or maybe it just felt faster, as he wasn't sure how well he could rely on his sense of time anymore. The blade sliced through muscle like butter, every little bit of fiber snapped rewarding him with more beautiful crying. With the last sawing motion, the pieces were finally disconnected, and Samson kneeled there panting and coated in the thing's golden blood. The creature was silent.

That's what this was all about- blood. Fuck. Mind clearing, Samson ripped his shirt off and started slicing starting cuts into it to tear it into shreds. This would have to do until he could get back to the cottage. With wads of plaid against the wounds, he started wrapping up its torso in DIY bandages. He had to grab the thing by the shoulder and pull it up slightly to get the bandages around its chest, but its head wasn't limp- a good sign.

Kneeling beside the thing, he turned it over on its back. It was passed out cold. Samson slipped a hand under its shoulders and another under its knees, lifting it into his arms. He was surprised by how light the thing was, maybe around 90 pounds, and 5'4" at least. Its body was slim yet soft, not bony or angular in the slightest. Its dainty hands hung limp, and its head lulled back into his arm.

The thing was stunningly beautiful- soft, a slight pout on its soft bluish lips. Reminiscent of a Bouguereau. A head of long, dark hair was draped over Samson's arm, glittering in the morning sun. "Angel" was clearly the appropriate term for it, this creature forsaken by God, left now in the arms of a sinner. What awful timing, too. Arms heavy with a new responsibility, Samson trudged back to the cottage.

The guest house on the lakefront property was in a state of disrepair ever since daddy died. Maintaining it was far too much work, and he didn't like to come in here anyway. But the roof wasn't leaking, and the floorboards were intact, and the lights still came to life when Samson nudged the light switch with his shoulder. It was barren- he'd sold most of the usable furniture years ago. An old fridge was disconnected and pulled out of place next to the cabinets by the wall, and an ancient wooden stove was against the opposite wall. Its flue disappeared into the roof. Probably still blocked up. He never bothered to fix it. A wrought iron framed bed sat in the corner, its mattress ancient and its sheets worn. The walls were originally wallpaper with a layer of beige paint over top- where it had flaked off, a flowery green design showed through. This was going to have to do.

Samson gently laid his "guest" down on the bed, careful to arrange its sleeping body into some semblance of the recovery position- something he remembered from his days of getting blackout drunk around other people (as opposed to the more private arrangement he had now). He pulled the sheets up to cover the thing's crotch- he had tried his best not to look. It seemed disrespectful.

He smoothed the creatures hair out over its shoulders, which rose and fall with gentle breaths. Just for a little he sat there in that moment, hand hovering over it, watching it breathe. How long had it been since he'd touched a living thing?

This was not important. With a deep and ragged sigh, he went to fetch the first aid kit.

The next time he opened that door to the guest house, Samson was greeted by that face again. The angel was not upright, but hunched over and supporting its weight with its arms, its legs splayed out beneath the covers. Stringy hair hung limply from its scalp, obscuring parts of its face- but its eyes peered through, locked in Samson's gaze. They were pale grey, like a foggy morning.

His instincts took hold and Samson approached slowly, not making any sudden movements, like he'd spotted a spooked dear. "You're awake," he observed, his voice hoarse. "Do you... speak?"

This being only stared, leaning further back as he approached like a cat ready to pounce. Maybe his approach was correct- maybe this thing was feral. But then, eyes still locked on Samson, it slowly lowered its head in a nod.

"But not now? Okay." The thing might have needed some time. At least it seemed to understand him. "I have bandages here. I'm going to patch up your wounds, until I can find a way to get you to... a hospital, I guess." Would a bird-person go to a hospital or a vet? Now that it had no wings, was it just a person?

The angel-thing didn't move. It just stared.

Samson kneeled down slowly by the bed, placing the first aid kit down and opening up the latches. "I need you to turn around so I can see your back."

There was another moment's lag, but then the thing complied. It shifted around to sit cross legged, facing the wall, its hands bunched up in the sheets to cover its lap. From the back, just as from the front, the shapes of its body were stunning. Although it had barely been fifteen minutes, the skin of its back was soft and smooth, still drenched in dried golden blood but otherwise flawless. Hadn't it been bruised and scraped the last time Samson ran his coarse fingers along its back?

Samson slipped a pair of cold metal bandage scissor's between the thing's back and the remains of his shirt (he had been so frazzled by the situation that he had almost forgotten he was half naked, until this moment brought his blood-covered bare torso sharply into focus). As the "bandages" fell away, what was left behind puzzled him.

There were no more remains of bone there- all had been covered up by that mottled blue flesh. The bleeding had stopped, and the edges of the skin were no longer ragged and torn. Rather, little tendrils of it snaked across the open wound, connecting to each other and forming a strange network of branches across its surface. Like a slime mold searching for food.

Grabbing his supplies- a bottle of isopropyl alcohol, a clean rag, and a long strip of gauze with packing material to accompany it- Samson climbed up onto the bed to get a better vantage. Kneeling with his legs on either side of the thing's body, he ran his fingers along the strange web of flesh. The angel only winced a little, leaning further forward and gripping the sheets tighter.

"You heal fast," Samson muttered, holding the rag up to the mouth of the bottle and soaking it just a little with alcohol. "I'm going to disinfect it with alcohol, okay? It's going to hurt."

The thing nodded and braced itself, shoulders hunched forward. The moment the rag hit its broken skin, it let out a sound somewhere between a gasp and a whimper. It was familiar for some reason- a sound that made something happen in Samson's chest, a quickening of his breath, a feeling he couldn't quite put into words. But he carried on, rubbing the cloth into its back in little circles, that feeling rising in him more and more as its little cries of pain continued.

"I'm finished," he whispered, the dropping the gold-soaked rag on the bed beside them and grabbing the gauze. "I'm just gonna wrap it up, and you can rest."

Unspooling the length of gauze, Samson reached his arms around the angel's chest, to grab the other end and start looping it around. He had to push himself up against it to reach, his jeans pressing against its lower back and his skin against its soft, nude flesh. For that moment of contact, he could feel its breathing matching his, quick and uncertain. Was it pain, or was it that same feeling that had lodged into his chest and wouldn't go away?

Once the wounds had been covered up, Samson ran his fingers slowly down the creature's back. He didn't want to leave this moment. But he had to go. He got up from the bed, dusted himself off. "It's all patched up now. I'm done with you."

The angel turned to look over its shoulder at the man. It said nothing, just nodded, its eyes locked on Samson. Its brows were drawn up, the corners of its eyes a little wet, and its lips curled into the slightest smile.

This was not the last time this angel would look that way at its new host.

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