DIY Masque + Smoothie: Melon Mint Cooler for Refreshing Hydration

MAKE THIS DIY SKIN-LOVING SMOOTHIE, USE THE LEFTOVERS FOR A MASQUE! 

Rising temperatures have us reaching for all things cool & refreshing! You, too? We thought so. Which is why we’ve whipped up the dreamiest Melon Mint Cooler that combines ripe cantaloupe, skin-quenching cucumber, and refreshing mint leaves. A dose of anti-oxidant steeped green tea makes this juicy #beautysmoothie the ultimate mid-day pick-me-up! Skip dehydrating energy drinks & coffee beverages that draw moisture out of your skin. Instead, load up on water-dense, vitamin-rich fruits that repair lost hydration.

Plus, we've revved up the wow factor by garnishing with local bee pollen (a natural anti-histamine and supports healthy immune & digestive function) purchased at a NYC farmer's market. For a vegan-friendly garnish alternative, use chia seeds!  

Smoothie Ingredients:

• 3 cups fresh melon | vitamin A beta-carotene for cell turnover 
• 1/2 cucumber, skin removed | water-dense & hydrates skin 
• 5 mint leaves | refreshing herb & instant cooling effect
• 1/4 c chilled green tea | super antioxidants with flavonoids to reduce inflammation
• 1T coconut nectar | low glycemic hint of sweetness 
• 1/4 tsp bee pollen garnish | helps with seasonal allergies & boosts immunity 
• 5 ice cubes

Masque Directions:
This #beautyfood masque is extra easy to create! 

1. Pour 1 T of leftover smoothie into a little bowl
2. Add 2 tsp Om Aroma & Co. Rice Bran Exfoliant or cornstarch to thicken 
3. Add 1 T of Om Aroma & Co. Manuka Honey Masque for detox booster
4. Apply in circular massage and leave on skin for 15 minutes
5. Remove with a warm washcloth & moisturize with your serum of choice! 

P.s. Want some bonus beauty credit? Repurpose used tea bags in this beauty ritual. 

DIY Masque + Smoothie: Chocolate Glow for Anti-Aging Hydration

Make this DIY skin-loving masque, use the leftovers for a smoothie! 

As curated for SELF.com:  
"... an antioxidant-packed face treatment from our friends at Savor Spa that you can whip up in your kitchen. Then take a cue from Savor’s founder, Angela Jia Kim, and combine the leftovers in your Vitamix for a guilt-free smoothie."

Masque Ingredients

• 1 T dark cocoa powder | flavonoids hydrate and protect skin
• 1/2 avocado | vitamins A + E moisturize and nourish skin
• 2 T Goat Milk yogurt or Greek yogurt | lactic acid works as an enzymatic exfoliator, helps fade hyperpigmentation
• 1/2 banana | vitamin E fights wrinkles
• 5 drops Om Red Raspberry Serum (Optional) | deeply hydrating, protects skin

Masque Directions

1. Mix all of the ingredients in a blender.
2. Apply a generous layer to face and leave on for 10 minutes.
3. Place a warm moist towel over your face and lie down before removing, or simply wash off and pat dry.

Smoothie Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 avocado
• 2 T dark cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup Goat Milk yogurt or Greek yogurt
• 1/2 banana
• Honey or Agave Nectar to taste 
• 1/4 cup ice  

Smoothie Driections

1. Blend together; drink in the goodness!

Co-created by founder Angela Jia Kim and Estheticians Jackie Poli and Jess Arnaudin