Add half of the frozen pineapple, one pack of frozen açaí berries, 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk and 1 scoop of strawberry protein powder into a blender and blend on high until mixed well. In a bowl add the remaining frozen pineapple and pour the mixture from the blender over. Top with kiwi for extra vitamin C, a drizzle of PB2 or your favourite fruit.
Benefits:
Açaí berries are known as a superfood as they contain many important nutrients including magnesium which is said to help nourish the skin. They are also high in antioxidants which are said to help neutralize the damaging effects of free radicals throughout the body and skin. Kiwi are high sources of vitamin C.
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Add in a shaker cup the following ingredients: unsweetened vanilla almond milk, vanilla protein powder, matcha and cinnamon. Shake well and pour over puffed rice. For added sweetness add a drop of vanilla stevia or 1/2 banana.
Benefits:
Cinnamon and Matcha are rich in natural antioxidants which helps to stabilize harmful free radicals which can break down our skin’s collagen. In some studies it has been said to help reduce the risk of heart disease, and lower overall blood sugar levels.
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1 scoop Vanilla Vegan Protein (no filler ingredients)
2 drops Vanilla Stevia
Toppings
PB2 Almond Butter or Cashew Butter
1 tbs Unsweetened Coconut (optional)
Blackberries (optional)
Instructions
Bring water to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Add in the gluten free quick oats and stir vigorously. Add in the unsweetened almond milk, matcha, stevia drops and optional vegan protein powder (preferably vanilla and keto). Cook for 2-3 minutes or until desired consistency.
Benefits:
Matcha (aka green tea) is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants. Several studies have been completed whereby the effects of matcha appear to correlate with various skin conditions being improved with regular consumption (but not overconsumption as it does have caffeine).
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Add in a shaker cup the following ingredients; unsweetened vanilla almond milk, ice cubes, matcha, protein powder, stevia drops and the cinnamon. Shake well and voila, healthy glow matcha on the go. Top with optional vegan coconut whipped cream for a special treat.
Benefits:
Matcha is rich in natural antioxidants which help to stabilize harmful free radicals which can break down our skin’s collagen . Some research shows that several of the components in matcha could also help to enhance brain function.
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Add the matcha, almond milk, ice, protein, half banana and drop of stevia into the blender. Blend on medium/high setting until desired consistency. Remove from blender and pour into a cup or mug. Stir in the other half of the frozen chopped banana and top with coconut granola or other optional toppings.
Benefits:
Matcha is rich in natural antioxidants which help to stabilize harmful free radicals. Some research shows that several of the components in matcha could also help to enhance brain function. Bananas are rich in potassium which have the ability to help you maintain healthy nerve function
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Vegan Berry Bowl for a Healthy Glow & Boosting Collagen
Ingredients
1 cup Black berries
1 cup Blueberries
1 cup Raspberry
Instructions
First remove all the berries from the package and wash them. Put them in a bowl and submerge them in water for 10 mins with 1 tbs of baking soda . Then strain them and re rinse. I like to eat this as an evening snack paired with a tea for a ton of vitamin C and fiber along with a few pieces of vegan dark chocolate.
Benefits:
Blackberries are loaded with with fiber, vitamin C like strawberries which has been said to regenerate the skin. See health studies Blueberries are loaded with anti oxidants and are high in anthocyanin which may build natural collagen. They have been said to have the ability to improve circulation. Feel free to research further.
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This quick and easy tip is great for the wintertime and also helpful if you want to learn how to help your dry skin and save some money! I’m going to teach you how to make a mask at home using your moisturizer which may be coming up to its due date! So I have a ton of moisturizers at home, actually I kind of feel funny about how many moisturizers I have, it’s a lot, like I have an abundance of stuff and sometimes you find certain moisturizers are not your favourite. I would recommend that these moisturizers would be a perfect candidate to use in the creation of your at home mask.
I would also recommend not using any moisturizer that has like a glycolic, lactic acid or anything with vitamin C, this is because it would be too potent on the skin. You will want to make your mask using strictly a hydrating moisturizer which is filled with either ceramides, hyaluronic acid or anything else like that aloe.
So what you’re going to do to make the mask is:
Add about 2 tbs of moisturizer onto your hand
Apply to your face leaving a thicker layer (be sure not to rub it in)
Leave it on for 20 minutes
Rinse off with warm water and pat your face with a towel to dry
This simple mask will help to boost your hydration as well as use up your excess products before they expire. This is perfect to use in the winter as our skin can become very dehydrated and dry (which means lack of oil) during the colder months.
Today we’re going to be talking a little bit about serums! This blog is for anyone who is concerned with their skin, wants to understand how to better take care of their skin, and learn more about what different products are available. I like talking about everything related to mind, body, skin and soul and I’m writing this blog because I think so many people are not educated enough on their products and exactly how they work. A lot of people just end up buying things off the shelf without understanding what it is they are buying, and this can end up significantly hurting their skin. I’m telling you this because I’ve personally done that in the past when I was first starting out and so I’m going to be the person who will walk alongside you so that you can avoid the same problems I experienced.
A serum is essentially a highly packed power punch to your routine. There are so many different serums on the market for all different skin types. There are ones which have vitamin C, these help with brightening, tightening and lightening the skin. There are hydration serums and there are serums that can help with acne. You have to be very careful which picking which serum is right for you because we all have different skin types. You might think, “oh she knows my skin or he has nice skin”, I’ll just use whatever they are using, but it’s important for you to know that it does not mean that product is suited for you. It’s always best to do a consultation and discover what skin type you have before you go buying stuff off the internet. I’ve seen a lot of people make certain mistakes, such as not knowing how certain products can counter indicate each other, and what happens is they end up hurting their own skin in the long term.
There are different types of serums, I personally like a hydration serum as it’s basically just a water texture. Serums penetrate a little bit deeper down into the skin. There are basically three different layers to our skin, we have the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis. Typically commercial skincare is just going work on the top layer but because the molecule structure of a serum is a little bit finer, it actually penetrates deeper within the skin. So, if people are concerned with having an active breakout and they’re using a moisturizer, it’s not really helping to moisturize, that’s because it’s designed to protect the skin barrier from the elements whereas a serum is more corrective. A serum is actually going to give you more of that corrective factor. I always tell people, you’re going to need a basic regime such as a cleanser, and I really do believe in a double cleanse and a serum which is basically the power punch to your routine. So just depending on what you’re trying to target, your skin is going to be different. For myself going into the winter months, I like to use a hydrating serum as this is going to add more water content into the skin because where I live it’s cold and we are constantly going back and forth from the heated indoors and into the frigid weather. This back and forth takes a hit on the skin and basically how your cells are reacting, and if your skin is not properly hydrated, a lot of people don’t know this, but you can’t really do anti-aging. Say you’re going to the gym and you’re doing a workout but you didn’t drink enough water, you’re not really going to do a great workout, your skin cells are kind of the same. Essentially make sure that you’re constantly hydrating your skin. I would recommend looking for products which have hyaluronic acid in them. The one I am using has aloe, hyaluronic acid, a few other ingredients in it.
When you’re applying your serum, what you want to do is press into the skin because the molecule structure is a little finer. I like to actually rub it between my hands and press into my skin. I’m constantly pushing in because I want the molecule structure to go into the deeper layers. I’ll do that my forehead, my face, all over my neck and decolletage. Decolletage is the lower neckline area, and you want to do this because these are all areas that you can see signs of aging, dehydration, acne and so on. You are going to want to use your cleanser and your toner first, then apply your serum and finally your moisturizer. The amount of serum that you’re going to be applying will depend on your face and how far down the neckline you’re going, but I would say about a pump and a half is a good amount. You’re going to rub it between your hands, and then you’re going to start gently pressing it into your skin. Typically, you will apply this on damp skin, especially if you have a hyaluronic acid serum, because the hydronic acid will pull all the moisture from your skin. Afterwards you are going to partner that with a moisturizer. There are different types of serums for acne prone skin but I really wanted to focus this blog on hydration, and if you ask me what is most important thing for your skin, I would say internal hydration and external hydration. So, if you’re going to start off with a serum, just to play it safe and start with hydration. A lot of the times people have dehydration lines and they think it’s aging but it’s actually not, it just means you’re just dehydrated. I would recommend to start drinking eight glasses of water or as much water as you can throughout the day. I believe there is a calculator online based on your weight and your height which will tell you how much water you should be having.
I went out a little bit of a tangent here, but I hope that was helpful. I love sharing all the things related to mind, body, skin and soul and you can find more content on all my platforms. Alright, talk to you later. Bye!
1/4 cup Chocolate Chips (Lily’s) or Dried Cranberries (unsweetened)
Instructions
Mix all ingredients together until malleable. To form the cookie, use a measuring spoon (tablespoon) and pack in the mixture to make a half ball. Remove carefully using a spoon and store in a cool dry place
If you feel it is not binding add another tablespoon or two of Almond milk to the mixture and remix.
Benefits:
Protein is said to be a building block for your muscles. It also has been said to protect your bones and keeps you feeling full longer. Protein also helps your skin remain youthful! I personally use all plant based protein sources. In addition this recipe contains gluten free oats which have tons of fibre and are loaded with vitamins and antioxidants keeping you feeling good.
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Hi! My name is Shawna Patruno and I am the founder of Reawakening Beauty. I have been a vegan for the past 3 years and love making healthy, simple vegan recipes. This blog contains a collection of my favourite 5 Valentine’s Day recipes. All my recipes are Vegan, Gluten Free and are low in Sugar. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
Reawakening Beauty: Valentine’s Days Recipe #1
Reawakening Beauty: Rose Hot Chocolate for a Healthy Glow
Rose Hot Chocolate for a Healthy Glow
Ingredients:
2 tbs Cacao Powder
1/2 tbs Beet Root Powder
1 /2 tsp Rose Powder
2 drops Stevia
1 cup Water
1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond or Cashew Milk
Toppings
Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream
Editable Rose Pedals (optional)
Instructions
Add 1 cup of water into a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce temperature to low heat and add all ingredients. Whisk occasionally. Remove from stove and pour into a mug. Top with vegan coconut whipped cream and editable rose petals or additional cacao powder and cinnamon.
Benefits:
Cacao powder has been said to aid in healthy skin. Studies have shown that longer term use of cacao powder can contribute to sun protection and improve the surface and texture of your skin. Rose has also been said to have a calming effect.
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Reawakening Beauty: Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipe #2
Reawakening Beauty: Vegan Rose Glow Elixir Latte for Gorgeous Skin
Vegan Rose Glow Elixir Latte
Ingredients:
3/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk or Coconut Milk
1/4 cup Filtered Water
1 tsp Organic Rose Powder
3 tsp Organic Red Beet Crystals
1 tsp Cinnamon
2 drops Stevia
Garnish with Edible Rose Petals for Presentation
Instructions
Add 3/4 cup of Almond Milk to a pot and simmer to just before boiling then reduce heat to lowest temperature. Add into the pot the room temperature filtered water and remaining ingredients. Whisk until blended and remove from the stove. Add to a cup. Optional for presentation lightly sprinkle a pinch of Rose Powder and Red Beet Crystals on top and enjoy!
Benefits: Rose powder is said to be anti aging and calming for the nervous system and is loaded with polyphenols & antioxidants, which is great for good health and gorgeous skin.
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Reawakening Beauty: Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipe #3
Preheat oven to 320°F. Wash strawberries thoroughly. Mix chocolate ingredients together in an oven safe dish and place in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes stirring at the halfway point. Line a baking sheet or pan with parchment paper. Dip each strawberry or raspberry in the chocolate mix to lightly coat and place on the parchment paper. Put in the fridge to chill for about 60-90 minutes before consuming. Store in fridge for only 3 days.
Benefits: Cacao is known as a “superfood” because of its antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. It also has been said to bring down inflammation and boost collagen formation.
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Reawakening Beauty: Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipe #4
Reawakening Beauty: Healthy Glow Vegan Chocolate Fondue for Valentine’s Day
Healthy Glow Vegan Chocolate Fondue for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate Fondue Ingredients
3-4 tbs Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
1 1/2 tbs Cacao Powder
1/4 cup Keto Vegan Chocolate Chips
Optional Dipping Ingredients
Blackberries
Blueberries
Strawberries
Pineapple
Vegan Keto Chocolate Chip Cookies
Instructions
Preheat oven to 320°F. Mix chocolate fondue ingredients together in an oven safe dish and place in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes stirring at the halfway point.
Remove from the oven and dip your favourite fruit into the chocolate fondue and enjoy!
Cacao is known as a “superfood” because of its antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins. It also has been said to bring down inflammation and boost collagen formation.
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Reawakening Beauty: Vegan Valentine’s Day Recipe #5
1/4 cup Organic Fatso Almond Butter (or Fatso Peanut Butter but only if you aren’t actively breaking out)
1/8 cup Keto Vegan Chocolate Chips (*sweetened with Stevia)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 320°F. Mix ingredients together in an oven safe bowl. Place the bowl in the oven for 10 to 15 mins stirring occasionally. Remove from oven and pour into desired BPA-free food grade chocolate mold, I used hearts for Valentine’s Day! Place in the fridge for 2 hours. Remove from fridge and carefully pop each one out of the holder. Store in the freezer to avoid melting.
Benefits: Cacao powder has been said to aid in healthy skin. Studies have shown that longer term use of cacao powder can contribute to sun protection and improve the surface and texture of your skin & coconut oil is antibacterial and anti microbial.
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