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Daniele Henkel beauty

A few weeks ago, I shared some pictures and videos about the launch of Daniel Henkel’s line of skin care. As you may have noticed on my stories, I was invited to a grandiose launch event where Ms. Henkel herself was here to talk about her new project. She also took the opportunity to talk about what beauty is in general and about wellness.

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The number of new products coming out on the market is countless, but taking the time to explain the components of the product, the idea behind each ingredient or the packaging, for example, makes all the difference.
At the end of the event, we were asked to complete a small questionnaire that would help them determine our skin type in order to send us an appropriate cure. I received mine when I was in Indonesia so when I was back, I took the time to test each product and share my impressions with you.

Among my favorites, the cream eye contour. I really needed it so I was glad to see it was part of my box. Dark circles do not disappear by magic but this area is well hydrated thanks to hyaluronic acid and vitamin E.
Also, I enjoyed applying the velvet mask especially on returning from a trip to the sun. This mask is perfect for a hydration bath and this is what I needed at this time. Let’s say the timing was excellent!

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Finally, the rose glow mist is a must in my opinion no matter the type of skin. with or without make up on, I like to apply it on my face to simply feel fresh and well rested. I think if they had a handbag format, I would have carried around with me.

Daniel Henkel products are available on line and in pharmacies.

16 October 2017 0 comment

Summer routine

Time flies! Maybe this is what we all say every summer but this year is really special for me. Every morning I take time for myself: I go out early and get my workout done then I go to a cafe to work a little while Zak is taking care of Rania. It does not last long but it is important for me to have this little moment. Then I spend all day with her. After a nap, we go out all the afternoon (almost): we take long walks, we go shopping together, we have fun in parks or swimming pools, etc. It makes me busy all day and I also have short nights but at the end, I have no regrets, these moments are unique and I could never catch up if I miss them. In the evening, when she goes to bed, I am happy and overjoyed to know that she was able to enjoy her day and that she’s happy. I love my little girl.

Moreover, during this photo shoot, Rania was present. She looked at me, sitting on her stroller, and that’s why I have such a big smile on some photos hihi.

I hope you enjoy each moment too!

6 October 2017 0 comment

Crispy outside, soft inside cookies

If you read this article and you follow me for a while, you know how much I am addicted to cookies. I bake some frequently and I often test new recipes. This time I spoiled myself and I used Lindt chocolate, you can fell the difference when using a good chocolate.
For this recipe, use natural peanut butter: no added oils or sugars.

Ingredients
1 tablespoon (tbsp) ground flax,
3 tbsp water,
1/2 cup (125mL) unsweetened shredded coconut,
1/2 cup oats,
1/2 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar),
1 teaspoon (tsp) baking powder,
1/2 tsp salt,
1/4 cup (60mL) dark chocolate chips,
1/2 cup natural peanut butter,
1 tsp vanilla extract,
2 tbsp maple syrup.

1- Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Put a parchment paper on the plate you are going to use.
2- In a bowl, mix the ground flax with the water and let stand aside.
3- In another bowl, combine the coconut, oats, sugar, baking powder, salt and chocolate.
4- In the bowl with the flax mixture, add the peanut butter, vanilla and maple syrup.
5- Mix the contents of the two bowls together. Instead of doing this exercise with utensils, I did it with my hands. It’s much easier.
6- Form 12 balls the size of a golf ball and drop them on your plate. Crush them gently to form cookies.
7- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes and let stand 10 minutes before storing. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or you can freeze them.

2 October 2017 2 comments

Almond flour cookies

Lately, I bought a huge almond flour package and wanted to try as many recipes as possible. I tried cakes, muffins and now cookies. So here you are, a super healthy recipe for cookies lovers

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup almond flour,
3 Tbsp. coconut flour,
3/4 tsp. baking soda,
Pinch salt,
2 Tbsp. melted coconut oil,
3 Tbsp. peanut butter (or another nut butter),
1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
Splash of pure vanilla
Dark chocolate chopped

Directions

Preheat the oven 350 degrees F. à
In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda and salt and mix to combine.
In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil (not hot), peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla. Combine.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix. When it’s well combined, add the chopped chocolate.
Shape your cookies into a thick circle and place them on a baking sheet. They won’t spread while cooking.
Place your cookies in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
Remove sheet from freezer and bake for 11 minutes.
Allow your cookies to cool for at least 5 minutes.

7 August 2017 4 comments