October – it’s well and truly lovely Spring weather now! One of my favourite months of the year. Here are the things I have been digging this month:
♥ Natural Pigmentation Oil
I have really bad dark under eye circles, like really bad. I know it’s mostly a genetic thing and it’s something I’ve always had. I have been using the new Natural Pigmentation Oil that The Jojoba Company sent me, for about two weeks. I was loving it anyway – my skin just drinks up jojoba oil and it has a really pleasant, slightly citrus smell.
Then the other day I was looking in the mirror and wondered what was different. It took me a while to realize that the darkness under my eyes had lightened! Holy moly, I didn’t expect that! Isn’t it amazing what Mother Nature can do – we don’t need toxic, expensive cosmetics to get results!!
So, then I was fascinated to see what was actually in this (apart from the beautiful jojoba oil base). TJC have formulated this oil to specifically target pigmentation, age spots, freckles and uneven skin tone. It contains rumex, carrot oil, absynian oil, burriti oil, vitamin c and vitamin e. I don’t know what most of those are, but they are magic! I don’t like to wear a lot of make up so this is great for giving me a smoother and softer look.
You can get it online straight from The Jojoba Company here or take a look in your local pharmacy or health food store.
♥ Happy Go Paleo
I love Irena’s eating philosophy – mostly paleo but with a relaxed approach! So in this recipe book you will see some rice, buckwheat, quinoa and a little smattering of cheese and yoghurt. All the recipes are gluten free and refined sugar free though. Beautifully styled and so much yumminess, this one is fast becoming a favourite in my house!
And yes, I can always use another (healthy) cookbook to add to my collection! Get it here.
♥ Pre-loved gift ideas.
Melissa from Frugal and Thriving wrote this great article with 15 second-hand items that make great gifts. I know a few of my friends that love a good op shop find as a gift! You could decide to do a ‘buy nothing new Christmas’ if you wanted to really get into the spirit of sustainability.
Read the article here.
♥ Pear and Cardamom Cake.
I don’t actually cook loads of cakes and treats but when I have someone coming over for dinner, I do like to make something yummy but still healthy for dessert. Well, I have had Brenda Janschek’s Cardamom Cake on my to-make list for a few weeks so I thought I would try it out.
I had to make it dairy free for my friend so I used coconut oil and coconut milk instead of butter and milk. I also added some thinly sliced pear to the top (as I had one that needed using up) and I didn’t use the cloves (because I hate them!) It was soooo divine. The texture is so light and fluffy and the spices mingled beautifully with the pear. It’s also super easy to make. Thanks Bren, it’s a winner.
Get the recipe here.
♥ Glass Lock Food Storage
Hubby asked me what I wanted for Christmas this year (he’s a gem isn’t he?). Is it a bit nerdy that I thought of this Glass Lock set??? I have been using Pyrex glass containers but the lids end up warping after a while and they are not leak-proof or air-tight.
I have heard a few people say how good these are so I am keen to try it out. I love the little locks on the side to seal it up, that the lid is BPA free and you can use them in the oven as well. I do this a lot – bake something and then the leftovers go in the fridge with the lid on – easy.
Andddd hubby if you are reading, they are on sale right now!! If you want to check them out, go here.
♥ Upcycled Jumper Dog Bed
I love this idea! So easy to make a little bed for your dog or cat. Just use an old jumper or go and find a funky one at the op shop, a little bit of stitching, filling and you are done!
Details here.
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Okay that’s my monthly round up of awesomeness. What have you been loving?
I purchased some of this Jojoba Oil yesterday. I saw it in a HFS and remembered you posting about it. It is really light and my skin loves it. I have been in some sun this week and my face is soaking it up!
It’s beautiful isn’t it!! My daughter has been using the plain one and it’s brilliant for acne.
Love your Love List Sonia. You always find the BEST goodies!
So many amazing people, doing amazing things!
I love the sound of the Jojoba Oil – I too have dark circles under my eyes and quite a lot of pigmentation on my face from sun damage. I’ll have to give this one a try x
Let me know how you go – I was pretty surprised!
Great list Sonia – I didn’t realise Jojoba was good for pigmentation – thanks for the recommendation ! And love the upcyled dog bed 🙂
This particular pigmentation oil in their range is the one to get. It’s got the magic extras in it! x
What and Inspiring love list this month – I am taking notes for some good Christmas pressie ideas! Thanks for sharing ?
Oh so many more Chrissy ideas to come too. So good to support local small biz too. x
What a great love list Sonia!! I love jojoba oil too, it really agrees with my skin. I love cake and op shopping and upcycling. Awesome. ?
Hey, we like all the same stuff, we should be friends…..oh wait!! 😉
I love Jojoba Ive recently discovered their hand creams. So lovely on the skin. Thanks for the post
Oh I must try those – I have just been using the oil on the my hands. x
As always your love list is awesome!
I love jojoba oil but haven’t tried this one yet. I am definitely going to give it a try. x
I am pretty much addicted to it now. Just magical. x
Awesome list and goodies to go look at? The Jojoba oil sounds amazing.
You will love it!! x
thanks Sonia, was looking something for my different skin tone, I will try jojoba oil.
Just make sure you get the orange bottle for the pigmentation lovely x
I wonder if it also works for puffy eyes? I’m allergic to quite a few scents but lemon is perfect for me : )
Hi there NNAM – I was so excited to see your post about the Jojoba Company – I didn’t know anything about them and have been a huge user and fan of Jojoba oil for so many years. It was first recommended to me for sensitive skin and gosh – it is a lifesaver. I do a tonne of speaking, travelling and find my skin is the first to suffer and the last to get any love. Jumped across and ordered some. Thanks for doing such an awesome job bringing these lovely products (Australian too!) to my attention.