Healthy snacks to munch on!

Snacks are probably the only thing humans can agree are the best thing in the world. What is even better are healthy snacks. Yeah, that's right. Snacks that don't come out of a vending machine, but healthy stuff. 

Junky snacks to healthy snacks can be a difficult conversion, especially in this day and age where we are in a constant rush and shove anything in our mouth for that immediate gratification. I am very guilty of this and I'm sure you can relate to this predicament. However, there are alternatives to our junky snack problem...

-Fruit 
Yes. Yes. YES. Fruit will keep you stuffed and prevent you from aimlessly shoving food into your mouth. 

-Nuts
Almonds and other nuts are a "naturally high source of vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, and potassium and are rich in protein and fiber." Source Basically, it is good for your health. 

-String cheese
It is always fun and distracting to play with your food. 

And more...
-Baby Carrots with hummus 
-Egg whites on wheat toast 
-Dark chocolate
-Yogurt with granola
-Quesadillas (my favorite)
-Smoothies
-Raisins, dried cranberries

Literally, Darling Review!

Pick Me Up Mondays

Now that it's Monday, I bet you can resonate with this drowsy looking panda while also trying to recover from the 4th of July weekend. Start your week by trying to be like this cute, smiling panda that does not give a care in the world. 

Introducing: Pick Me Up Mondays

Here we are, yet another Monday in the office. If you're feeling anything like we are, then you're more than a little bummed to be back into the work week. The weekend was beautiful and was full of friends, beach visits, and tasty food. Not to mention Chicago's famous Pride Parade was Sunday. So in order to help you get back into the flow of things, we will be doing "Pick Me Up Mondays." Here we will post a little something every Monday to help get back into the swing of things, and remind you that weekdays aren't so bad.

And how could you be upset with so many adorable little piggies smiling at you?

These little guys also want to remind you that it's a short week, because Friday is the 4th of July. Take THAT, Monday!

Here's a 40% off discount code to celebrate! 

10 Coconut Oil Uses

The coconut, also referred to as the Tree of Life is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibers. It is cheap and can be found at your local grocery store. 

1. Running late and suffering from summer beachy flyways? Dab a bit of coconut oil to tame frizzy hair. 

2. Remove eye makeup by applying coconut oil on cotton with a dab of water, and remove those panda eyes.

3. Ever have tummy troubles? Well, coconut oil improves digestion. A spoonful a day can help improve thyroid function and boost your immune system.

4. Having summer hair mishaps?  There's a way you can prevent from further damage. According to this article, coconut oil reduces the protein loss for damaged/undamaged hair when used as a pre-wash and post-wash grooming product.

5. If you made plans to slim down this summer you can use coconut oil as a a replacement for butter and oil, when cooking or baking to achieve your beach body. 

6. Reduce your dogs halitosis(bad breath), by pouring coconut oil into their food. 

7. Feel self-conscious about razor burns or clogged pores? It's summer and you shouldn't have to feel insecure about showing off your body. Use coconut oil as an aftershave to avoid this while also achieving healthier, attractive skin. 

8. Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition that causes acne-like bumps. You can help fade it by using coconut oil. 

9. Use as hair conditioner by rubbing coconut oil in hair and leave for 30 mins. 

10. Recent studies have shown that fluoride in toothpaste and water are detrimental to your health. With that being said, there is a lot of buzz about the new phenomenon known as oil pulling. Coconut oil pulling is used to cleanse the mouth, remove plaque, and whiten teeth. Use coconut oil pulling to improve oral health.  

DIY Lip Scrub with natural ingredients

20 Best Lotions of 2013

Exciting news! Fashion Affair Magazine has named Lulu Blossom's Milk and Honey Body Lotion as one of their picks for 20 Best Lotions of 2013!

Check out the review on page 171 and be sure to look through the rest of the magazine for hot tips on beauty and fashion!

Fashion Affair Magazine

Lulu Blossom President and Founder Shares Natural Face Mask Recipe on I Am Big

Lulu Blossom founder and president was featured recently on the online talk show, I Am Big. I Am Big focusses on what's working in the lives of everyday citizens and aims to redefine "big."

In this episode Rachael Kash shares a recipe for an all-natural vegan face mask that will give you a moisturizing glow just in time for the holidays. Check out the video and let us know why you think of this simple and effective face mask recipe.

All Natural Vegan Face Mask:

1 mashed avocado

 a mixture of grape seed oil and olive oil to equal 1 tbsp of oil

 and a small tsp of fresh orange juice.

Smash avocado then add liquids and mix thoroughly. Apply all over face and neck and let set for 10 mins and then
wash with warm water.

Conscious Box Coupon

Lulu Blossom's super rich Night Cream packets as well as many other all-natural and organic goodies are going out in some of November's Conscious Boxes!

Check out Conscious Box and have new reliable all natural, cruelty-free, and organic products shipped right to your door. Use the Lulu Blossom code and receive 25% off of your first box. Awesome!

World Vegan Day

Happy World Vegan Day from Lulu Blossom

and of course the animals :)

Celebrate by ordering one of our vegan lotions, bath bomb powders, or sugar scrub melts!

Avenue You!

Lulu Blossom is so excited to announce that we've been picked up by Salon Professional Services who will be distributing our products to Avenue You!

Avenue You is a unique beauty boutique that carries tons of awesome hair, nail, and skincare products.

Look for Lulu Blossom products in the next few weeks at the Ave You Beauty Plus in Belmar, NJ!

National Kale Day

Happy National Kale Day, Lulu Lovers!

Today, October 2, is National Kale Day. Kale has tons of benefits and is also super tasty. It is loaded with antioxidants that protects cells, and is also a natural anti-inflammatory. Kale provides cardiovascular support, and helps to prevent colon, breast, bladder, prostate, and ovarian cancers. It also has super doses of Vitamin K, A, and C! 

The best perk of all is that Kale is delicious. You can bake it into chips, dehydrate it, or add it ass a boost in almost everything!

Grab a green smoothie, and celebrate kale today!

November Classic Conscious Box

Next month Lulu Blossom Night Cream will be included in the November Classic Conscious Box! This gift includes super-powered, super food boosts, delicious snacks and goodies, and essentials for natural, healthy living!

Get ready to order your November Classic Conscious Box now!

http://www.consciousbox.com/giftbox

Forget Me Not

Forget Me Not Custom Gifts & Parties will now be carrying Lulu Blossom products!

http://www.forget-me-not.biz/

Great Finds

Also, Welcome to Great Finds, in Valatie, NY, who will also be selling Lulu Blossom Products.

3043 Upper  Main Street

Valatie, NY 12184

518-758-8999

Alldredge Gardens

Lulu Blossom products can also now be found at Alldredge Gardens in Midland Texas!

3300 Fairgrounds Rd

Midland, TX 79705

432-682-4500

DIG

Lulu Blossom products will now be sold at DIG in Saugerties, NY. Awesome!

DIG

89 Partition Street

Saugerties, NY 12477

845-246-3833

www.digtheshop.com

Bruce Smith Drugs

Welcome to our first retailer in Kansas, Bruce Smith Drugs!

Bruce Smith Drugs

25 On the Mall

Prairie Village, KS 66208

913-362-3100

http://www.brucesmithdrugs.com

Face Cream Sale! (Today Only!)

With the seasons changing, Lulu decided to put her face creams on super sale! Snatch up a super moisturizing Night Cream or Day Cream for only $20 (originally 37.50)! That's a lot of savings!

3 Easy Tips for Healthy Skin!

Your skin is your biggest organ, and it's likely that when you meet someone new, it's the first thing they notice about you. People spend thousands of dollars every year on skin care products that don't really work. Luckily there are some natural things you can do in your day to day life to improve the health and appearance of your health!

First, these are some of the most common cause of poor skin:

Problem: Sun Damage

We know it's tempting to lay out on the beach to catch some rays for a darker complexion, or even swing by the tanning bed after work. Although this may change the appearance of your skin positively in the short-term, it will absolutely ruin your skin in the long term! It not only causes premature aging, spots, and wrinkles, but often leads to painful and even deadly skin cancer.

Solution: Sunscreen: Wear Sunscreen everyday. It doesn't matter if it's cloudy or sunny or cold or hot, you should make sure that your skin, especially your face, is protected with SPF. There are many moisturizers, BB creams, and toners that have SPF in them. Be sure to protect your beautiful assets!

Problem: No Hydration:  If you've ever felt that dry, stretchy, or flakey feeling on your skin, then you are probably not getting enough hydration. This comes about often when it is dry outside and there is no moisture in the air, or whenever there is a change in temperature or weather. 

Solution: Moisturizer and Water: The number one cure for dry skin is drinking water, and lots of it! Skin cells are made of water, and they need to be replenished regularly. You should also be careful of the makeup you use. Is it drying out your skin, and leaving you flakey and chalky?  You should also feed your skin externally. After showering or placing a warm washcloth over your face to open your pores, apply a moisturizer that is sure to sink all the way into your skin, rather than sitting on the surface.

Problem: Snack Attack: Eating fast food or grabbing a a processed snack may be convenient for you, but it is not so convenient for your skin. Your diet provides nutrients to all parts of your body, including your skin cells! Your skin needs certain vitamins and minerals in order for it to look its best.

Solution: Diet and Exercise: Changing your diet to include fibers, vitamin C,  vitamin A, and healthy fats will do wonders for you skin cells! Citrus fruits, strawberries, and broccoli is full of vitamin C, which helps your body to manufacture collage and keeps skin looking young. Vitamin A helps to smooth your complexion which is found in carrots, squash, and green leafy vegetables. Healthy fats like nuts, avocados, and seeds are full of omega-3 fatty acids which are great for skin health. Additionally, working out will help to increase your blood flow, and bring the glow back to your face!