Beauty&Soul

Spring Newsletter

Happy Spring, dear Readers!

I am so excited as I begin this newsletter, I can hardly stand it.  It's been such an exciting few months for me, and I hope you are all enjoying great happiness and beauty on every level! 

I've talked to so many of you in the recent months, and I cannot tell you how much your letters and support mean to me.  For those that are just now tuning in, my dearest friend and Superstar Astrologer, Bridgett Walther, has a brand new site that is absolutely AWESOME!  You will find me there, too, ready to assist with any of your beauty and health concerns.  Bridgett's book, CONQUER THE COSMOS came out in February, and she has been at booksignings everywhere. I went to one, and let me tell you, the energy that surrounded us was so inspiring and uplifting! The book is a smashing success, and I cannot encourage you enough to pick up a copy. Brilliant as always, entertaining beyond belief, Bridgett Walther is, I believe, the best writer AND astrologer of our time. : )

Next up, I went to Florida for a wonderful vacation with my kids. Seven days of pure, uninterrupted bliss! (Don't worry! I worked on all kinds of recipes to share with you!)  A week later, we got back on the plane and joined Bridgett and some other friends at the Bon Jovi concert.  My girls had the time of their lives! Richie Sambora is my youngest daughter's "godfather" and also her inspiration -- musically, energetically, soulfully, she just connects to him and is so proud! They were so excited to see him backstage and loved getting so much special attention. And I think dumbfounded to see that he plays for an audience larger than their gym!  It was so touching to see them realize that this lovely person they adore is a really big star! ha!

I realize I am waxing poetic about both Bridgett and Richie, but I feel strongly that outstanding people need to be acknowledged and further supported. These are two of the most wonderful people you will come across, pure artistic geniuses to boot. BTW, Bon Jovi's new CD is very good (no, fantastic!) and I was never really a fan! : )

After all this excitement, this brings me here. It's a beautiful May day in upstate New York. This is one of my favorite times of the year, as new life abounds and everything seems to take on a new glow.  Beauty routines become fun again, as do clothes! Honestly, I cannot stand heavy, winter clothing and I so look forward to the days of sundresses and "color". Well, here they are!  Let's get our bodies and spirits in perfect order, together.  I will talk about exercise and fashion in next weeks update -- stay tuned. For now, I want to share my favorite new skin beautifying treatment!

Mangoes...Get Gorgeous, Inside and Out!

As I mentioned earlier, I used the long, lazy days on the beach in Florida to drum up some new easy, effective beauty recipes.  I used what seemed to be on hand and "local". Mangos are everywhere in Miami.  I've known for years that they contain compounds that have anti-inflammitory and anti-cancer properties. And I knew that they contain enzymes similar to papaya, which improve digestion and ease bloating. Packed with copper, potassium, B-vitamins and magnesium, they are a no brainer as part of a healthy (and delicious!) diet.  I got to thinking...If this superfood is so healthy when eaten, I bet it does wonders when applied to the skin, too! 

I began by peeling and mashing one ripe mango with a little raw sugar.  Both contain lactic acid, which work to turn over dead skin cells much faster and efficiently.  I simply massaged into clean, damp skin, and let sit (this allows the acids to really penetrate) for about 20 minutes. I then rinsed with cool water and moisturized as usual.  By day three, I was seeing the difference! My skin looked healthier, more even toned, and radiant!  It was a little addicting, I admit.  I bought some more and did this same treatment all over my body.  The sugar is a terrific exfoliator, which gets dull skin glowing.  One note: The mango can be a little messy.  Try pureeing in a blender, and take care not to clog the shower drain. I speak from experience! : )

I knew this worked when I returned home and a plastic surgeon friend, one who is known to be obsessive about skin, said, "Wendy! What products are you using? Your skin looks great!" I felt very pleased with my self, I must say...

Give it a try and let me know what you think, Dear Readers!

And don't hesitate to let me know if you have any tips you think will benefit our community. I will post them!  Again, next weeks update will be posted shortly. As always, feel free to send me a note at Wendy@beautysoul.com. I love hearing from you!

Love,

Wendy

P.S.

Here are some highlights from the concert. : )

Lily seeing Richie Sambora come onto the stage!

Still smiling and gracious after a three hour show!

Beautiful Bridgett so proud of a fabulous performance!

Pure love all the way around! Beautiful!

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