Carrie's Herbal Infused Skincare Cookbook

Declutter & Refresh Your Skincare Routine! Hello, Lovely!Spring is the perfect time for renewal—not just for your home but for your skincare routine, too! This Self-Care Saturday, let’s refresh, simplify and declutter our skincare routine. ✨ 🌿 Step 1: Sort & Assess Check your skincare products for expiration dates and if the texture has changed. Throw out anything you haven't used in a long time. Get rid of those things that are not useful for your skin anymore. 🌸 Step 2: Simplify Keep the...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials Steam Your Way to Glowing Mature Skin Last week, I caught my reflection in the mirror and sighed. March had left my mature skin looking parched—fine lines deeper, radiance gone, just a tired version of me staring back. I’d tried pricey creams, but they sat heavy, full of chemicals I couldn’t pronounce, and my skin still begged for more. Then I thought: what if I could use something pure, something mine? I grabbed my lavender essential oil and decided to steam my...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials www.skincarecookbook.com Self-Care: Lemon Balm Mood Lift Crush 5 fresh lemon balm leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried) into a mug, pour in 8 ounces of hot water, steep for 5 minutes, and sip slowly before bed. Add a drizzle of honey if you like. Why it Works Lemon balm’s natural compounds calm your mind and lift your spirits—ideal for March’s weird, in-between energy. If you’re feeling restless or wound up, this is your no-fuss way to unwind and sleep better. Great...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials 10 Ways You Can Use Lemons for Self-Care 10 Ways You Can Use Lemons for Self-Care 🍋✨ Lemons aren’t just for adding a yummy flavor to your water or zesting up your favorite recipes—they’re also great for self-care! Full of vitamin C, antioxidants, and natural antibacterial properties, lemons can be very invigorating. From skincare rituals to mood-boosting remedies, here are 10 ways you can use lemons for self-care: 1. Lemon, Turmeric, and Black Pepper Water for a...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials www.skincarecookbook.com Hi! Have you ever felt sluggish in the middle of the day and reached for coffee or an energy drink, only to crash later? Staying energized doesn’t have to mean relying on caffeine! Simple, natural ingredients like citrus, berries, herbs, and spices can refresh your body and mind—one sip at a time. In my latest podcast, I talked about ways to boost energy naturally, including hydration, movement, and self-care. See the link below. Today,...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials 5 Herbs for Skincare Infusions Calendula: Known for its soothing and healing properties, calendula is helpful for sensitive or dry skin. Calendula helps to soothe and repair the skin and reduces injury recovery time. The plant is antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory and is good for reducing redness, itching and topical inflammation. It helps to soothe and repair the skin and reduces injury recovery time. Infused oils with calendula have been used for many years for...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials skincarecookbook.com Self-Care Saturday I hope you're enjoying your weekend and taking some time to rest. It's my birthday and I enjoyed watching a movie with my 13-year-old this morning and am going out with my other one tonight. Below is my podcast episode for this self-care Saturday. I hope you enjoy it. -Carrie The Art of Saying No: Protecting Your Time on Saturdays Today, we're going to discuss something incredibly important for your well-being—learning how...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials. www.skincarecoookbook.com The Ultimate Cozy Self-Care Winter Evening Winter is the perfect excuse to indulge in a little extra self-care; especially when you can't get out. This month I've caught up on my sleep. My kiddo has let me sleep until 8:30 many mornings. Whether you're seeking to unwind after a long day or just want to embrace the season's coziness, creating your own winter hygge can be a transformative experience. Here’s how to make your own cozy...

Carrie's Handmade Essentials Oils for Hydration Since it is wintertime I thought we'd talk about hydrating oils, how to use them in your skincare routine, and how to choose one. Rosehip Seed Oil Rosehip seed oil which is known for containing vitamins C and E provides antioxidant protection and helps skin regeneration and moisture retention. It is lightweight and absorbs quickly, making it ideal for all skin types. To use it, simply apply 2 to 3 drops to damp skin after cleansing or mix it...