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: Cherry Ginger No-Milk Shake to Fuel Your 3-Day Weekend

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

We loved watching the cherry blossoms bloom in NYC this spring! Inspired by these lush flowering trees (and the upcoming long Memorial Day Weekend!) we've created a super yummy Cherry Ginger Almond "No-Milk" Shake. Late nights, polluted city air, and too much sun exposure all take a toll on skin health. Cherries are sky-high in antioxidants and work wonders to repair skin that's been damaged by an oxidative lifestyle. Kick off this summer in sun-safe style! Enjoy, eco-beauties! 

Smoothie Ingredients:

• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk | keeps skin soft & moisturized 
• 1/2 banana | high in vitamin B6 which restores elasticity 
• 20 fresh cherries, pitted | extremely high in anti-oxidants & repair oxidative damage
• 2 T almond butter | omega-6 fatty acids keep skin hydrated
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger powder | anti-bacterial & anti-inflammatory 
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon | increases circulation & helps with acne blemishes
• 1T coconut nectar | low glycemic hint of sweetness 
• 5 ice cubes

Masque Directions:

1. Measure 1 T of leftover smoothie into a small dish
2. Add 2 tsp Om Aroma & Co. Rice Bran Exfoliant or cornstarch to thicken consistency 
3. Add 1 T of Om Aroma & Co. Raspberry Protect Serum booster for anti-oxidant support
4. Apply in circular massage and leave on skin for 15 minutes
5. Remove with cool water, towel dry,  & moisturize with your serum of choice! 

Big thanks to Tara, our multi-tasking manager at Savor Spa West Village, for this recipe contribution!