Seeking to Halt Oily Skin Post-Workout?

Let me introduce you to one of my most effective skin tips -- Mario Badescu's Drying Mask.

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I am not sure how many women outside of New York City are familiar with Mario Badescu, either the no-frill spa or the reasonably priced beauty products (which are usually available for purchase now in Ulta stores in addition to the Mario Badescu website).

I use several Mario Badescu products, and this drying mask is one of my post-workout favorites.  The mask is sulfur based and absolutely zaps oil... along with any pimples that are caused by greasy post-sweat skin.  After a particularly grueling workout, I relax by putting a layer of this mask on my face, then retreat back to the living room to stretch my tired muscles while it dries.  By the time I have cooled down, the drying mask is ready to be washed off, and glowing skin awaits!

This product is more expensive than drugstore products -- $18 -- but a little goes a long way, and it is still far less expensive than many department store or Sephora-sold masks.

I hope I have convinced some of you to give Mario Badescu products a try!

Honey Lips

Blame it on the sun, the wind, or your dehydration.  Blame it on just about anything... chapped lips, that is.

I have a fast and affordable remedy for chapped lips, whether you get them working up a sweat or just working the day away while behind your desk.

Step 1

Find honey and a soft toothbrush that you don't use for brushing (because toothpaste leftovers may be stuck in those bristles).

If you don't have a honey bear, you should get one! (Photo credit)

Step 2

Make sure your lips are clean and dry.

Step 3

Spread a nice layer of honey on your lips.  Let it sit for at least 5 minutes, 10-15 if possible.  Resist all urges to eat the honey from your lips.  You can make it 10 minutes, you really can!

Step 4

Dampen the soft toothbrush and gently scrub the honey from your lips.  You may need to moisten the toothbrush several times to get all of the honey off.  The honey softens your lips, and the toothbrush exfoliates the lips.

Step 5

After the honey is removed and you have gently exfoliated your lips, gently blot your lips with a tissue or towel and marvel in how smooth your lips now feel!