SPF 101

SPF is one of the most essential parts of any good skincare routine!

Some benefits include protection from damaging UV rays, help with hyperpigmentation, and overall skin clarity.

Sadly summer is ending, but it’s never too late to incorporate a good moisturizer with SPF into your everyday routine! We’ve put together a list of our favorites to make things easy for you…Details ⬇️☀️

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1. CerVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion

2. La Roche-Posay Toleraine Double Repair Face Moisturizer

3. Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen

4. Black Girl Sunscreen Moisturizing Sunscreen Lotion

5. Elta MD Skincare UV Clear Broad Spectrum SPF

The Pep Talk: Recipe #1

This is the perfect weekday dinner recipe!

If you are someone who has an interest in eating a more plant-based diet and wants to take a break from excess carbs and red meat, look no further. This recipe is a fan favorite and I've had the pleasure of making it for some of my closest friends and loved ones, perfecting it over the years.

The art of cooking can be simplified and also elevated not by how to season your food, but by how you prep, and cook it. These techniques outlined below will take your meal to the next level!

Honey Garlic Salmon w/ Roasted Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Asparagus, and Garden Salad

Section 1: Ingredients

Everything you'll need is listed below:

• BBQ cut salmon

• Mini Potatoes

• Brussels Sprouts

• Asparagus

• Arugula

• Honey

• Garlic

• Unsalted Butter

• Grape Tomatoes

• Cucumber

• Avocado

• Dried Cranberries (optional)

• Lemon (optional)

Section 2: Directions

1. Prep and clean salmon with lemon and lime or vinegar. Set aside in a bowl and season with your desired mix of spices and herbs. Once seasoned place on a baking sheet and top each piece of salmon with a piece of lemon (optional). Place in an oven preheated to 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and drizzle salmon with melted butter, garlic, and honey mixture. Place back in the oven and broil for 5 minutes.

2. Rinse mini potatoes and dry completely. Cut potatoes in half and in a mixing bowl add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and BBQ spice blend. Place potatoes face down on a baking sheet and roast in the oven preheated to 375 degrees for 25 minutes.

3. Rinse brussels sprouts and dry completely. Cut brussels sprouts in half and in a mixing bowl add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Place brussels sprouts face down on a baking sheet and roast in the oven preheated to 375 degrees for 20 minutes.

4. Trim ends of Asparagus and sauté in a pan with butter, salt, and pepper.

5. Rinse arugula, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber. In a bowl add the arugula, cut up tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and dried cranberries(optional). Use your favorite salad dressing and enjoy!

XOXO,

The Pep Talk

#BodyGoals

A list of supplements and natural remedies for a healthy body

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

The uses of apple cider vinegar are endless. dilute with water to use as a facial toner or add a couple of tablespoons of ACV to your water every day to help with digestion and gut health.

2. Ginger

Use ginger root to make your own fresh tea at home to treat an upset stomach or symptoms of the seasonal flu.

3. Turmeric

Turmeric is a beloved superfood because of its ability to increase antioxidants in the body. Boil Turmeric root to create your own fresh tea and reap the benefits of its immune-boosting qualities. Also helps with headaches and fatigue.

4. Evening Primrose Oil

Evening primrose oil helps support hormonal balance and has been found to be effective at reducing menstrual cramping, bloat, water retention, breast tenderness, and irritability due to hormonal shifts during a women's cycle.

5. Maca Root

High in protein and vitamins B1, C, and E. Maca root is a great natural supplement to add to your workout regimen when looking for supplements. When consistent Maca Root can aid in weight gain and help relieve fatigue and reenergize the body.

6. Vitamin D

Great for the winter months when we're not exposed to as much natural sunlight, adding vitamin D to your regimen helps with seasonal depression and supports immune and bone health.

7. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is essential in maintaining a healthy immune system. Taking a dose of vitamin C every day or eating foods high in vitamin C can help strengthen your immune system and help lessen the symptoms of things like the common cold and the seasonal flu.

8. Probiotic

Probiotics are great in improving gut health but are also known to be very beneficial for women in helping regulate a normal ph balance. Adding a daily probiotic has also been known to help with improving your overall mood and mental health.

XOXO,

The Pep Talk