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Brighten Up Your Skin


MACA AND CACAO BRIGHTENING FACE MASK

INGREDIENTS: 

2 tsp. melted coconut oil (I use Garden of Life brand) 
1 tsp. maca powder (find it here) 
1 tsp. bentonite clay powder 

DIRECTIONS: 

Pour coconut oil into a small mixing bowl.  Stir in all other ingredients until a paste forms.  Spread mask onto face, and let sit for 15-20 minutes.  Rinse with warm water. 





Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



Pamper Yourself



Pamper Yourself (Mother/Daughter Event)

Grab your mom, stepmom, grandma, Godmother, aunt, or friend and join us for a special evening of self-care and self-love! This event is for females of all ages. 


Hair Styling 
Makeup touch-ups
Nail polish changes 
Make and Take: natural sugar scrub, lip gloss, or facial toner
Chair Massages
Gift bags 
Wine, sparkling juice, and healthy snacks! 


Monday, April 30th
5:30-7:30 PM


Envy Salon
610 Central Ave.
Estherville, IA 51334


COST: $50 per female/daughter duo ($25 per person) (Space is limited so be sure to sign-up in advance!) 



CLICK HERE to reserve your spot! 




Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.





Cheap and Effective


Epsom salts uses you might not have known about! 

Acne treatment mask: 1 egg white, 1/2 tsp. B5 powder, 1 tsp. aloe vera gel, 1 tsp Epsom salts, 1-2 drop thyme essential oil blended together. Smooth onto your face for 15 minutes then rinse and pat dry. Sounds kind of gross, works really well! 


Skin exfoliant: Wet skin and apply 1/2-1 tsp. of Epsom salts to the skin in a circular motion to help remove dead skin and build up. Simple yet effective!


Soothe insect bites: Add 2 Tbsp of Epsom salts to 1 cup of warm water. Soak a wash cloth in the solution and apply to the bite to reduce inflammation and irritation. This is also good in the summer if you get a sunburn! 


Ease pinkeye: Wash you face and around your eyes (not IN your eye) with a solution of warm water and Epsom salts to help clear the infection.








Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.




Ancient Egyptians Used This



Cleopatra lined her eyes with charcoal! Activated charcoal has been used around the world in beauty products, for cleansing and teeth whitening. In modern medicine it's used in the ER to treat drug overdoses and poisoning by attaching to toxins and preventing their absorption.  It attracts to and binds to toxins, bacteria, dirt, and oil preventing them from causing harm.  

Activated charcoal is derived from wood or coconut husks and then treated to increase its ability to bind to toxins.  It's available in several forms: powder, capsules, soaps, and toothpaste.  

*Note: If you take it internally be sure to drink plenty of water because it can cause dehydration. 


3 Ways I Use Activated Charcoal:

Teeth Whitener- I use the powder and mix it with my natural toothpaste to help with stains and fight bad breath! (What I use) 

Facial Soap- I like to use  Pacha Tree Tree and Charcoal Facial Bar which helps to purify the skin, draw out toxins, and and balances out oily skin. 

Internal Detox- Activated charcoal can improve digestive function and immunity by helping to remove heavy metals and toxins that cause allergic reactions and oxidative damage, as well as viruses and parasites. (What brand I recommend) 


Please reach out if you would like to learn more!



Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Eat This for Radiant, Glowing Skin



Healthy skin is beautiful skin and is something we can only achieve by nourishing it from the inside out and by using natural, organic products.  

Nutritious foods eaten consistently will begin to rebuild the cellular structure.  What you eat and drink now, will only be seen in 4 to 6 weeks. Commit to a natural, whole foods diet and your skin will become healthy and beautiful!  

Lemon- The clarifier 

A lemon a day, juiced and sipped with water first thing in the morning or at any break is a wonderful complexion clearer. This little ritual gives your metabolism a kick start, and your liver a much needed mini cleanse and your skin a vitamin C boost! Lemons are very cleansing to the body, so they help clarify the complexion. Another great ways to include it squeezed over salad, vegetables, or sliced in your bottle of water, by the end of the day you have infused the lemon into your drink! 

Water- The hydrator 

Water makes up around 75 to 85% of your body; it's in every part of your body including your teeth and hair. Even though we've heard it all before, drinking pure water hydrates your body and skin. Keeping the cells hydrated, so they can easily uptake nutrients and remove waste. (Purified, alkaline, or reverse osmosis water)  

How much to drink? 

It depends on how much cooked food or dense food you eat. If you have a salad for lunch every day and fresh fruit as a snack, this reduces your need for water. Caffeine, exercise frequency, spicy food, sugar animal foods, alcohol, and salt all increase your need for water. The warmer months also require you drink more. Allow your natural thirst to dictate how much water you need. Half your body weight in ounces of water a day is a good estimate! 

Beet root- The blood cleanser 

One of my favorite high-maintenance vegetables! High maintenance because it is red, juicy and will stain anything it lands on. Beetroot is a blood cleanser and has a slight laxative effect. Skin health relies on healthy blood and circulation. The healthier your blood, the healthier your skin because this is where your skin gets most of its nutrition from. 
Beetroot has been a popular ingredient throughout Eastern Europe and is found in many soup and salad dishes! 


Find out more about skin foods at my upcoming class:





Copyright, 2018, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.





Zits Be Gone


Cinnamon, nutmeg and Manuka honey are antiseptic, antibacterial powerhouses for acne with many healing properties! Cinnamon brings blood and oxygen to the surface to open pores and dries out trouble areas. Nutmeg helps soothe pain and inflammation, while removing blackheads. Honey nourishes skin cells while reducing the appearance of scars and fine lines. Try my recipe below! 

Acne Face Mask 

Ingredients: (all organic if possible) 

2 Tbsp. Manuka Honey
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Nutmeg

Directions: 

Combine ingredients by mixing enough cinnamon and nutmeg to make a paste.
Dab onto zits or problem areas.Leave on for 15-20 minutes, or overnight. To leave on overnight – cover with a tiny piece of plastic wrap and remove in the morning. 
Gently remove by rinsing with lukewarm water. 


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Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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No More Frizzy Summer Hair


I have naturally wavy hair and when the humidity is through the roof it can get out of control! Tame that frizz with my quick tips! 

When you have a few extra minutes before your shower, scoop out some coconut oil and warm it in your hands. Apply directly to dry hair, put on a shower cap, and then wrap your head in a towel for 15-20 minutes. Shampoo and condition hair as normal. 

Avoid products with alcohol because it can dry out hair.

Try not to shampoo daily so your hair doesn't get stripped of its natural oils. 

Make a rinse with equal parts apple cider vinegar and water. After you shampoo, rinse hair with the vinegar mixture.  

Apply a small amount of coconut oil to hands or to a wide-toothed comb and gently apply to hair. Don't use too much or it will look oily.  I also like to use a few drops of Vika's Essentials Organic Argan Nut Oil on my hair to tame frizz. This oil can also be used to moisturize your skin and cuticles! 




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Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.




Hello Healthy April

I'm a busy lady in April! Lots of upcoming events!  If you want to learn more about nutrition, holistic health and wellness please come!
Click on the link for more details and to RSVP! (They sell out fast so be sure to register ASAP!)
5 Day Self Love Boot camp (online): https://www.facebook.com/events/627616367449123/

DIY: Natural Facial Care Making Workshop: https://www.facebook.com/events/1810888115901870/
Lunch is Now Being Served Co-op Class: https://www.valleynaturalfoods.com/events/lunch-now-served/
Detoxifying Foods for Your Body Class: https://www.facebook.com/events/249673192109838/


Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.




Love Bombs



I made these as Christmas gifts for some clients and a few friends! Fun, cheap, non-toxic homemade gift you can give to a loved one for Valentine's Day!


DIY Shower Bombs:


INGREDIENTS:
1 Box/Bag (16 oz.) Baking Soda
4 Tablespoons Witch Hazel
Peppermint Essential Oil
Eucalyptus Essential Oil


DIRECTIONS:


Mix baking soda and witch hazel together in a bowl. (It should resemble wet sand. If it's too dry add more witch hazel.) Pour into molds and pack the mixture in as tightly as you can! (I just used a regular ice cube tray.)  Let sit at least 24 hours to dry.  Add 4 drops of each essential oil to the cubes.  Flip the tray over and remove the cubes.  Place in sealed jars or bags!


*To use, simply place a bomb near your feet under warm running water and enjoy the aromatic experience!




Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.




























Real Food for Dry Skin





DIY masks are a fun, affordable way to manage dry skin! Here is a recipe I make for my Self Love Sisters Detox Spa Parties:

Mash 1/2 an avocado + 1/2 a ripe banana until they’re smooth and creamy. Then add in one egg white and a little bit of extra virgin olive oil. (All organic)

Spread the mask on your face and leave for 15 minutes.  Rinse with warm water. Your skin will feel creamy and soft! 


  • Vitamin A in bananas fades dark spots and blemishes while smoothing out rough skin.
  • Fatty acids in avocados and olive oil help hydrate skin and give it a nice glow. 
  • Egg proteins help maintain the elasticity of skin. An egg contains about 69 different proteins which have the power to reduce fine lines and give temporary relief for the deep ones.  Eggs are also high in collagen (After we hit age 25, collagen production declines which leads to loose skin and wrinkles. Collagen makes your skin look firmer, smoother, and aids in renewing and repairing skin cells). 


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Copyright, 2016, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

DIY Massage Oil

I made my own body/massage oil this past weekend with just a few simple ingredients! Mix together jojoba oil, a few drops of vitamin E oil, and 30-60 drops of any essential oil or mixture of oils of your choosing. Pour into a dark glass bottle. I had everything at home except the blue glass bottle which I purchased at the local food coop for $1.99. Great for moisturizing the skin straight out of the shower or use when massaging!





Copyright, 2015, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

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Is Your Makeup "Clean"?



Above is a what you are putting on your skin and getting absorbed into your body if you use conventional makeup!  You literally EAT what you put on your skin. Women bombard themselves daily with chemicals and toxins from the moment they wake up to when they lay down in bed at night.  When you look at the ingredient list on your cosmetics and skin care products you should be able to pronounce and identify what each and every ingredient is. If you don't recognize something it is more than likely a chemical. 

A few signs and symptoms that are linked to chemical and toxin overload: 





*I offer two very affordable detox services including a toxicity assessment where we can pinpoint what toxins you are putting in, on, and around your body.  After your appointment you will walk away less toxic and with a whole list of natural alternatives to use! (I do not sell products, just services, health, and education) :-)  Interested? Please contact me for more information! 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimimWellnessMN.com 





Copyright, 2015, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

www.optimumwellnessmn.com