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CHLOROPHYLL WATER: The Natural Treatment for Hormonal Acne
September 26, 2018

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Hello, gorgeous!

I have hormonal acne. The trickiest kind of acne to have, IMO.

There are SO many misconceptions and myths about what causes acne and or what makes it worse/better/go away. Anyone with skincare troubles knows that it’s not that simple, especially those with hormonal acne.

How do you know if you have hormonal acne? The areas of your face where the most frequent and stubborn breakouts occur for you can tell you what your acne may be caused by. For hormonal acne, it’s typically around the jawline, chin, mouth area. Mostly cystic, under the skin, painful blemishes that seem to take FOREVER to disappear.

Hormonal acne isn’t as simple as washing your face and slapping on some moisturizer. We’ve got to treat the issue from the inside out. Balancing hormones naturally (aka while trying to avoid BC) is a challenge and a half! Often, doctors and dermatologists will recommend birth control to those suffering from hormonal acne (& trust me, we’re suffering!) but some of us would prefer to try a natural treatment for balancing out our hormones.

The solution for me has been — “GREEN WATER!” aka CHLOROPHYLL WATER! I was turned onto the stuff when I received “Detox Water” from a brand named Sakara. They touted it as especially great for hangovers. I tried it and it does work! This piqued my curiosity, and as a natural detective I had to dig deeper and see what else I could find on the subject of chlorophyll water.

What I found out made me decide to buy chlorophyll drops and add them to my water.


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LIQUID CHLOROPHYLL BENEFITS:

  • detoxes & cleans your blood — think pollutants, toxins, and even some carcinogens!
  • speeds up your metabolism.
  • helps with digestion.
  • safe & natural energy, a great alternative for those trying to avoid caffeine.
  • promotes hormonal balance.

& more. Do a quick Google search & prepare to be amazed.

Chlorophyll is considered a superfood. It’s basically an internal cleanser. Even Miranda Kerr swears by the stuff.

Chlorophyll is found in plants. It’s what makes them green. But it’s difficult to get enough chlorophyll to produce the kinds of results listed above by simply eating more greens. Of course, a healthy diet is always encouraged.

What’s it taste like? It’s got a slight minty taste as most of the drops I’ve come across have peppermint in them which isn’t unpleasant at all. It tastes a hell of a lot better than green juice, if that’s what you’re thinking. It doesn’t taste “green.” If I’m feeling fancy, I’ll add the drops to sparkling water and throw in some lemon, but it’s totally more than tolerable even in plain water. Follow the instructions on the back.

What did I notice? As far as my skin goes, I noticed that after a few days my skin looked so much calmer. This made me keep it up and this is the best my skin has looked in a while. As I said, my skin was looking like hell and this was definitely a life-saver.

Drinking chlorophyll water has become a part of my daily routine. If I’m on the go, I just bring the drops with me in my purse. & Yes, I prefer to use stainless steel straws whenever possible because it’s better for the planet. They’re inexpensive, reusable, and chic!

If you try it, let me know! Take a pic and tag me on instagram @jessicaharlow.

*DISCLAIMER: I’m not a doctor. This isn’t meant to be medical advice. As with anything you’re ingesting, consuming, etc. check with your physician and do your own research. Everyone is different. While chlorophyll seems to be quite safe, it’s important to always do your own research, caution, and ask your doctor. The most serious side-effect I’ve come across so far is sun sensitivity, which I haven’t noticed or experienced in myself. Again, I cannot stress it enough — do your own research, too.

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LASH BOOST: My Secret to Longer Lashes without Lash Extensions!
March 16, 2018

Hello, gorgeous!

So, if you’re here, chances are it’s because you just saw my latest video on the pros + cons of using a lash growth serum. I’m going to summarize some of that in this post & also give you some tips on other favorite “lash products” I love whether you use a lash serum or not.

Okay, first thing’s first — The lash growth serum I’ve been using every single night since November 2017 is the Rodan + Fields Lash Boost. I’ve used a lot of different eyelash growth serums in the past. Some were terrible — too irritating for me to use and see results from. Others were pretty slow or hard to get.

What I like about Lash Boost — I can just text (you guys can DM) my bestie, Stef, and order it from her. It’s not irritating to my eyes or eyelids. I only have to apply it once every night before bed & it produces incredible results.

To be specific: I noticed my lashes were getting much longer within 2 weeks and after about a month, I noticed my lashes starting to get thicker. This is common because what a lash growth serum does is strengthen your natural lashes so that they don’t break/fall out as quickly. Basically, it’s slowing down the natural turnover rate so that your lashes can just keep on growing.

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Morning Pages: Everything You Need to Know
January 15, 2018

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Hello, gorgeous!

In one of my latest podcasts, I talked a bit about how writing can be an incredibly powerful tool for transforming your life.

Over the past six months or so, I’ve taken up writing as a daily practice and technique for managing myself. It wasn’t long after I got started that I noticed a huge difference in my mental and emotional well-being. I use the physical act of writing to help me clear my head, organize my thoughts, and process my experiences. Since I made writing a part of my daily routine, I’ve felt more focused, less anxious, and lighter!

The one technique that I must share with you that I use on an almost daily basis is called “Morning Pages.” Contrary to its name, you don’t need to do them first thing in the morning, you can do them any time you feel overwhelmed or as though you’ve just got a lot going on in your head and need to quiet the noise a bit.

Morning Pages is a key part of the book, “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron. While the book is aimed at artists, anyone can benefit from this daily practice. Essentially, it’s kind of like a “brain dump.” Morning Pages is an incredibly simple technique that anyone can try and benefit from.

What are “Morning Pages”?

In her popular book, “The Artist’s Way,” Julia Cameron recommends that first thing in the morning you pick up a notebook, just about any size you’re comfortable with will do, and physically write enough to fill up three pages. She recommends doing this every single day, first thing in the morning, to help clear your mind and mentally prime you for the rest of your day.

What you write doesn’t matter. It can be a list, things to remember, sketches, etc. Anything that’s on your mind at the moment. My go-to is a sort of “stream of consciousness” — just write down exactly what I’m thinking, without stopping, censoring, editing, or correcting. Grammar, spelling, structure, etc. don’t matter here.

Even if you don’t know what to write, write that you don’t know what to write. Literally, any thought that comes to mind, write down your complete internal dialogue. Write freely, openly, and honestly.

These pages are meant for your eyes only. Some people destroy the papers immediately; some people extract the important bits before shredding it; some people set aside the papers in a designated envelope to review later and shred weekly; some people hang onto their morning pages forever. It’s all about preference. There aren’t many rules. I think most people prefer to destroy the papers as soon as possible as it makes them feel much more comfortable with writing their innermost uncensored thoughts down on paper. Do you!

 

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