As much as I know you love to hear me wax poetic about the benefits of natural skin care, I thought I would mix things up a bit this week and let you hear it from a few of my favorite bloggers. That’s right, this week there will be a few guest bloggers interspersed amongst my own ramblings. First up is Opal Tribble. Opal is a font of knowledge and inspiration. She has so many good ideas and I’ve gotten so many great ideas for my own health from her blog. So without further delay, I present Vegan Momma.

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1. Do illicit drugs. Nothing ages the skin faster than meth cut with laundry detergent.

2. Don’t exercise. Let those toxins settle deep into your tissues so they can metastasize.

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A recent experience at the nail salon has made me a little uncomfortable. Here's what happened. I was getting a manicure and this young guy came in. I thought he must be there to pick up his girlfriend, but he was there to get his nails done too. There was another guy there who was actually waiting on his girlfriend. The two of them struck up a conversation. Male bonding in the nail shop—so millennial. The guy getting his nails done didn't seem self conscious at all. The whole scenario seemed cute at first, but after some reflection it's got me worried. Follow me ...

Masks are one of the oldest known beauty treatments. A good facial mask can cure a multitude of sins–late nights, inadequate rest, bad food. You can make a facial from ordinary kitchen goods. Here are several which are inexpensive to make. These recipes are fun, easy, and can be used daily, weekly, or whenever you feel your skin needs a boost.

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