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Book Review And Giveaway – Girls Home Spa Lab

November 1, 2018 by Shellie Wilson 7 Comments

Girls Home Spa Lab: by Mata Pagan

We love our DIY body recipes and I love the concept of setting up our tweens for DIY products too. Recently I asked my daughter to tell me what was the main ingredient in my facewash, her reply was, I don’t know mum but there is a whole list of chemicals that goes on and on. I hadn’t taken notice of what I was putting on my face because I had become so busy I just grabbed a store-bought facewash. Ugh I threw it away immediately and told my daughter to go and grab the coconut oil from the kitchen and we wiped away the grime with that. I want my daughter to value her skin and her health and this book is a great way to get started in teaching them that less is more.  Not only is this book a great lesson for life, it’s also loads of fun for the girls too. They get to mix and create their own products.

It’s science, it’s health care, it’s fun!

The perfect gift for any tween girl passionate about self-care, this collection brims with 50 recipes for natural body care products, 25 craft projects for relaxation, yoga routines, and so much more!

This book would be perfect for a Girls Sleepover party. You could grab the ingredients and let the girls use the book to guide their own activities for the Sleepover party.

We are giving two lucky Craftgossip.com readers the chance to get their hands on this book. For your chance to win signup to our newsletter and comment below with one beauty tip or piece of advice you would share with a tween.

Giveaway open to US addresses only

Giveaway closes 30th November 2018

 

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Comments

  1. Mary Mac says

    November 2, 2018 at 7:58 am

    Great way to teach my granddaughter about healthy skin care.

  2. Darlene Holte says

    November 2, 2018 at 9:45 am

    Take the time to wash your face each morning and night and moisturize with an oil free moisturizer.

  3. Leslie says

    November 2, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    That while their beauty comes from within, it can be really fun to mix up some natural products to care for their outside!

  4. Sheree Fournerat says

    November 2, 2018 at 10:31 pm

    I would love to share this with my granddaughter.

  5. Gizala says

    November 5, 2018 at 11:36 am

    My girl would love this book! My tip is to wash your face with a mild cleanser (wash your hands first!). Use a non-comedogenic moisterizer for skin with a tendency to break out.

  6. Carmen N says

    November 29, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    Less is more. You don’t need a lot of beauty care and makeup – just a little to enhance.

  7. Good For You Girls (@goodforyougirls) says

    December 5, 2018 at 1:54 pm

    We love this book from Maya Pagán! For those looking for safe and clean skincare Good For You Girls is here for you.

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DIY Summer Nail Designs You’ll Want to Rock All Season Long

As soon as the weather heats up and the days get longer, I swap out my moody nail colors for something a little more fun, flirty, and full of sunshine. Summer is the perfect excuse to get playful with your nail designs — and this year, I’ve been experimenting at home to find a few favorites that are both easy to paint and seriously cute.

I’ve rounded up three of my go-to summer nail looks that you can totally do yourself, even if you’re not a pro. These are the styles I keep coming back to because they’re fun, eye-catching, and honestly — they just make you feel good. Whether you’re heading to the beach, a backyard BBQ, or just want to admire your nails while holding an iced latte, these are the ones to try.

Let’s dive in!

Sunset Ombre Nails

This is hands down one of the most satisfying nail designs you can do yourself. The colors melt into each other like a beach sunset, and the end result looks way more advanced than it really is.

You’ll Need:

  • A base coat

  • Three polishes (I use pink, orange, and yellow)

  • A makeup sponge

  • Top coat

  • Nail polish remover for cleanup

How to Do It:

  1. Start with a clear base coat to protect your nails.

  2. Paint horizontal stripes of your 3 colors directly onto the makeup sponge.

  3. Dab the sponge gently onto your nail, reapplying polish to the sponge as needed. Tap until the gradient blends.

  4. Clean up any excess polish around your cuticle.

  5. Apply a top coat to smooth the colors and add shine.

This design is one of those that looks good even when it’s a little messy — the top coat really pulls it all together.

 

 Tropical Palm Silhouettes

If you want vacation vibes without actually going anywhere, this one’s for you. The pastel base paired with simple black palm trees gives it that dreamy island feel.

You’ll Need:

  • A light pastel base polish or soft gradient background

  • Black nail art pen or thin brush with black polish

  • Top coat

How to Do It:

  1. Paint your nails with a soft pastel or ombre base.

  2. Once dry, draw a thin curved line for the palm trunk.

  3. From the top of the trunk, add small lines that fan out to mimic palm fronds.

  4. Let everything dry completely before adding a glossy top coat.

Even if your palm trees aren’t perfect, they still look awesome. Think of it like nail doodling — just more tropical.

 

 Watermelon French Tips

This design is so cheerful, I smile every time I see it. It’s a fruity twist on a French manicure and it’s perfect for pool parties or picnics.

You’ll Need:

  • Pink polish for the base

  • Green and white for the rind

  • Black polish for the seeds (use a dotting tool or toothpick)

  • Base and top coat

How to Do It:

  1. Paint your entire nail a soft pink.

  2. Add a green curved tip at the top edge (like a French tip).

  3. Under the green, paint a very thin white stripe.

  4. Add small black dots on the pink section to create seeds.

  5. Seal it all in with your favorite top coat.

This one is such a crowd-pleaser and looks adorable on both long and short nails.

Whether you try one of these or rotate through all three this summer, I hope these nail designs add a little color and creativity to your routine. They’re simple enough to do at home but still look like you spent time (and money!) at the salon.

Let me know which one you’re trying first — and don’t forget to tag us if you share your summer nail look!

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