Simply Pretty Eats: Green Tea Raspberry Protein Shake

I woke up this morning, feeling kind of groggy after having to work late last night, so I needed a boost to even get enough energy to get dressed to go to the gym, so I decided to make my breakfast protein shake. I had some of these babies sitting unused in my cabinet (because I buy them and then always just end up preferring plain water.) In my tired state, I poured one in my blender with my shake mix and unsweetened almond milk, and oh my! This is a new favorite!!! It tastes almost like a sweet cream soda, it is freaking DELICIOUS!!! There are so many flavors of this out there with plenty of low-calorie options and I'm excited to give them a try...

1 "On the Go" Crystal Light Green Tea Raspberry Packet
8-10 oz Unsweetened Almond milk, or fat free milk
Your favorite protein
Ice cubes

Blend and enjoy!!

*I have another recipe involving Crystal Light and cocktails, stay posted.

XOXO,
Erica

*I purchased this Crystal Light with my own money.. This is my personal opinion on this product.

Homemade Beauty: Aspirin Spot Treatment

Ever wake up with a pimple on your face and realize you're out of spot treatment to get rid of it? I have....today! My skin has cleared up tremendously since I have been spending time on a daily skin care routine, however, some days my skin still just doesn't want to cooperate and I get a pimple (glaring in the middle of my cheek, no less!) If you find yourself in this predicament or even if you have spot corrector or an acne mask and it's just too harsh, try this inexpensive at-home treatment for pimples and acne. This treatment can be used either as a spot corrector (for newer pimples that need a quick fix) or as a mask (for stubborn acne on larger areas of the face.)

Crush 5-10 aspirin in bowl and add a few drops of water to make a gritty-textured paste. For extra moisture- add 1 tsp honey or 1 tbsp plain yogurt. For anti-aging- add 1 tsp green tea.

For on the spot treatment: Apply to affected areas with a q-tip or clean finger and leave on for 10-15 min. Gently wipe off with wet towel. Moisturize.

For mask: Apply to dry face. Leave on for 5-10 min. Wet fingers and massage gently. Wipe off with  wet towel.


Use as needed, no more than once every 5 days.

Hope you enjoy this one!!


XOXO,
Erica

*Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) has a similar structure and works on face much like salicylic acid, commonly used in acne medications. It also has acts as an anti-inflammatory for the skin. I find this to be gentler than most products over the counter, however, like those OTC products, if any uncomfortable tingling occurs, rise off. Be careful not to get mixture into eyes, it doesn't feel too good.

Simply Pretty Review: BetterOats Lavish Dark Chocolate Oatmeal

I've had a lot of questions about this oatmeal, if it's worth the price, healthy, and most importantly if it tastes good! I first tried this brand when visiting my grandparents in Virginia and absolutely fell in love. In general, I'm an on and off oatmeal lover. Sometimes it is the best thing this world could ever possess and sometimes, it just doesn't do it for me at all, but not in this case. 

I am a big fan of indulgent and rich flavors, and this has enough to go around. It costs a little more than other brands however,  it is 100% worth it. It also completely satisfies my occasional evening chocolate craving attacks (really, they are vicious.) It's also extremely versatile (I mean think of anything that could go with dark chocolate, mmm!) My favorite add-in is a scoop of reduced-fat peanut butter (tastes just like a preacher cookie!!)  Only 160 calories and with fiber that keeps you full, I love it! 

Anyway, here is a Lavish coupon for you to try it if you haven't had the chance.

XOXO, 

  Erica

Note: I purchased this product with my own money. This is 100% my personal opinion.