Microdermabrasion is an exfoliation process that uses crystals to remove dead, damaged skin cells in an effort to reveal new rejuvenated skin. Dermatologist use different types of crystals (aluminum oxide, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium oxide to name a few) so if you have sensitive skin you definitely want to do your research further to see which crystal would best suit your skin. For those concerned about potential health hazards with crystals, another microdermabrasion option is the diamond process (same price range) which uses a microdermabrasion tip covered with tiny diamonds that loosens the dead skin cells and removes them into a cotton filter where you can view the removed cells.
The microdermabrasion process reduces pores, diminishes acne scars, fades discoloration, and makes your skin look glowingly fresh & vibrant. Microdermabrasion can be used on other body parts and is also great for fading stretch marks. The cost for microdermabrasion ranges from $100-$200 dollars. For those on a budget microdermabrasion home kits are readily available online (DERMAdoctor.com
) or at your local beauty supply. The home-kits are definitely not as potent as visiting a dermatologist or local spa, but a good exfoliation is beneficial to your skin on any level.
Some consumer favorites include:
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Rejuvenator $35.00
DermaNew Microdermabrasion Acne & Oily Clarifying System $70.00
Olay Regenerist Microdermabrasion System $25.99
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Since becoming a Pesce-vegetarian (meaning I still eat fish), it has been a challenge trying to replace some of my favorite meals. Cheeseburgers and french fries being one of them, I recently came across a delicious alternative:
The Shrimp Burger
If you ever made a crab cake it’s pretty similar and you can play around with the ingredients to suit your taste. But you can start with the following:
Ingredients-One pound medium shrimp
-One onion finely chopped
-A handful of parsley
-One cup of seasoned bread crumbs
-Three tablespoons of mayo
-One egg
-Two sprinkles of salt, pepper, and Old Bay
-One-eighth of a teaspoon of Cajun seasonings
-One eighth of a teaspoon of hot sauce or jerk sauce
-Two tablespoons of olive oil
-And hamburger bunsTopping Suggestions: Lettuce, tomatoes & tatar sauce Preparation
Clean & devein shrimp, than chop into pieces.
Combine shrimps with chopped onions & parsley, and mix in a bowl.
Add seasoned bread crumbs and the next 5 ingredients – stir or use blender.
Shape into patties, place olive into large nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve on buns with desired toppings.
The Shrimp Burger is 190 calories vs. A beef hamburger at 350 calories.
Sweet Potato French Fries
Ingredients
-Two large sweet potatoes
-One teaspoon of white or brown sugar
-A pinch of cinnamon
Preparation
Cut potatoes into "thick-cut french fries" and soak in cold water for thirty minutes. Pre-heat oven to 350. Place french fries in single layer on cooking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, grease with olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes than turn around, and bake addtl 15 minutes or until light brown. Place sugar, cinnamon, and french fries in ziplock bag, and shake to coat. Yummy!
The Baked Sweet Potato French Fries is 170 vs. Regular French Fries at 250.
The people that you choose to interact with on a regularly basis really make a significant impact on you, whether you realize it or not. Your current relationships speak volumes about you and where you’re heading in life. Continuous conflict, confusion, and drama are counter-productive to your progress and growth. So if you feel you have a bunch of two-faced, back-stabbing girlfriends, who are constantly hating (please don’t get constructive criticism confused with hating) & a bunch of trifling, good for nothing dudes -you really need to examine yourself, because in some cases you attract who you are (so, check yourself).
Stop trying to save damaged, strained relationships that really serve you nothing and just add stress to your life. Recognize when relationships need to be severed or downgraded. Subscribe to the good old-fashion three strikes and you’re out rule. Think about it, are you really going to give someone more than three chances to sh*t on you. A quick and fun way to examine your relationship is:
List your most significant relationship and answer the following for each relationship:
Examples:
Friend: Kim
The (+): Kim is fun, resourceful, trustworthy, and encouraging
The (-): Kim is selfish, needy, drains my energy, unreliable, and inconsistent
Kim’s purpose in my life: Now if you can’t answer this question……you already know!
Friend: Bret
The (+): Bret is sexy, funny, engaging, and romantic
The (-): Bret is busy, a playboy, and a weed-head,
Bret’s purpose in my life: Now if you can’t answer this question……you already know!
B Grown Tip: If you’re like me, you probably have a diverse group of friends from ghetto-hood to straight snobbish and everything in between. Wouldn’t it be nice if they all got along? But never try to force your friends to like each other; it usually turns out to be a disaster.
Later, Mochas!
Hey Mochas, I hope all is well with everyone. I apologize for not keeping the blog updated – but business has been booming for me, and this month is crazier than last month. Just straight madness!! In case you’re wondering what I’m into its business development, and everyone is trying to start their own business right now due to massive layoffs. Anyway I just wanted to send a shout out to all of you, and let you know I’ll be back posting regularly in April. As promised, plans are still in the works to take Mocha Beauti to the next level this year. For all you entrepreneurial mocha’s this is definitely the time to get in the game. Opportunities are limitless right now, and it is wide open for innovative, swift, savvy leaders - which I know you ladies are. So get in there!! Peace Mocha’s…..
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