It’s getting hot in here … time to level up our skincare routine to fit the season. For some of us, summer heat equals more sebum, shiny-ness, and possibly more break-outs. If that’s you, read on! In later posts I’ll give tips for those of us who tend toward dry, redness and irritation in the…
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Breathe in Your Mask
As someone with what I call *fuzzy* breathing (ie asthma, phlegm, inflammation), I have to work on my breath almost all the time. I’m always looking for tricks to improve my diaphragmatic breathing and improve my respiratory capabilities. And wearing these masks –as we must do, right now, to keep our people well– can be…
Sm-Eye-Ling Alot?
hey you, with the swanky mask & the smiling eyes … need some treats?
Masks & Our Skin
I have really relished being back in the studio for this past week. So great to see my people, deal with the skincare & body hair issues and answer questions in person (email & zoom or great but it’s nice to actually see what is going on). The primary question: what to do about the…
Protect & Pamper Kit
Ready to grab your beach tote & head to the beach? Let’s do this! New at be well {groomed!}: the first kit of the summer to protect your skin, give ya some lip love & hydrate your sun-parched skin apres beach. The Osmosis Protect SPF is quickly becoming my fave. Zinc that is NOT nano…
Juneteenth + Black Women Farmers
I ordered this combo pack of teas from #FarmerCee over at Green Heffa Farm because I need more holistic brews in my life. Also, who doesn’t need some saniTEA?!? These teas sound deeeeeelish! “Brenda’s Balm botanical blend pays homage to Cee’s mother, Brenda, and her extensive knowledge of traditional plants. Brenda’s Balm pairs certified organic…
LA County Says “Not Yet”
LA County has not given the go-ahead for my skincare studio to open. Here is the specific announcement from 6/14/20. They could change their mind as we move forward and the moment they do —> I have plans in place; my studio is ready; I have PPE. You will receive an invite to book on…
For June: Eyes on the Prize!
For June, we have been talking all things Eyes in our Virtual Consultations & Facials. And at kenyabonvivant.com Since the skin surrounding the eye area is the thinnest on the entire body, it’s common to begin seeing the signs of collagen breakdown here first. UV Exposure, medications, allergies, fatigue, genetics, dehydration and a few other…
Whiteness at Work
Today I participated in a virtual Whiteness at Work summer series, mod 1 of 4. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ TL;DR —> I have work to do. I’m crazy inspired & still analyzing what I heard … focusing on Racial Equity over equality. How anti-blackness is used to explain all the things that cause Black People’s suffering & death….