It's been a while since I've updated on what I'm loving as far as beauty essentials. I believe that what we put in our bodies and on our skin matters, so here is just a small list of some products that I'm crazy about currently: 

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Luna

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. 

I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size   

But when I start to tell them, 

They think I’m telling lies. 

I say, 

It’s in the reach of my arms, 

The span of my hips,   

The stride of my step,   

The curl of my lips.   

I’m a woman 

Phenomenally. 

Phenomenal woman,   

That’s me. 

I walk into a room 

Just as cool as you please,   

And to a man, 

The fellows stand or 

Fall down on their knees.   

Then they swarm around me, 

A hive of honey bees.   

I say, 

It’s the fire in my eyes,   

And the flash of my teeth,   

The swing in my waist,   

And the joy in my feet.   

I’m a woman 

Phenomenally. 

Phenomenal woman, 

That’s me. 

Men themselves have wondered   

What they see in me. 

They try so much 

But they can’t touch 

My inner mystery. 

When I try to show them,   

They say they still can’t see.   

I say, 

It’s in the arch of my back,   

The sun of my smile, 

The ride of my breasts, 

The grace of my style. 

I’m a woman 

Phenomenally. 

Phenomenal woman, 

That’s me. 

Now you understand 

Just why my head’s not bowed.   

I don’t shout or jump about 

Or have to talk real loud.   

When you see me passing, 

It ought to make you proud. 

I say, 

It’s in the click of my heels,   

The bend of my hair,   

the palm of my hand,   

The need for my care.   

’Cause I’m a woman 

Phenomenally. 

Phenomenal woman, 

That’s me.

- Maya Angelou

 I'd basically do anything in the name of good skin, hair and nails. So I was excited to receive Collagen Peptides, Marine Collagen, and Collagen Beauty Greens complimentary of Vital Proteins. As it turns out there are so many more benefits to Vital Proteins products than just luscious hair and skin. There are many beauty benefits that help contribute to your overall health. I'm sure you have tons of questions like why collagen or what does it do or even how to incorporate it to your everyday life, and I hope to answer those questions through this post and a few more posts to come!

First things first: 

Why Collagen? 

The product I featured in this post is Vital Protein's Collagen Peptides. Collagen Peptides are natural, flavorless and are comprised grass-fed, mature raised bovine collagen peptides. 

But what does it do?  This natural anti-aging protein supports youthful skin, strong bones, reduces joint pain, and provides deeper, more restorative sleep. Unlike gelatin, these peptides are soluble in cold liquids as well as hot. So you can put it in your coffee, tea, smoothies, or even sauces or soups! 

Below I have the recipe for a an Icy Almond Shot that I made three times yesterday because it was so yummy! It makes a nice snack or a refreshing dessert. It simple, easy, and fast to make too, which these days, finding the time to cook is basically non-existent. 

Prep: 5 Min

Makes: 4 (2-ounce) servings, or you could devour the whole thing like me

Ingredients: 

1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until the ice is all blended
2. Pour into cup, and enjoy! Seriously it's that simple. 

Outfit Details: Jeans- Levi's 501 // Tee c/o- CoLab Print // Clogs- TopShop (old) // Bomber Jacket- Anthropologie