Common Beauty Product Ingredients ~ Part 4

by Momma Jo // 28th September 2016 // No Comments

In this 5 part series, I’m sharing what the common beauty product ingredients are and what effect they have on our bodies. Bleaching Agents Skin whitening is the practice of using substances, mixtures, or physical treatments to lighten skin color.... Continue reading →

Mental Health Monday ~ Bipolar Disorder

by Momma Jo // 26th September 2016 // Comments off

Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain and behavior disorder characterized by severe shifts in a person’s mood and energy, making it difficult for the person to function. More than 5.7 million American adults or 2.6 percent... Continue reading →

Common Beauty Product Ingredients ~ Part 3

by Momma Jo // 21st September 2016 // No Comments

Silicones There are numerous forms of silicones used in cosmetic products, particularly leave-on skincare products and all manner of hair-care products. Common forms of silicone are cyclopentasiloxane and cyclohexasiloxane; other forms include various types of dimethicone and phenyl trimethicone. Claims... Continue reading →

Mental Health Monday ~ Postnatal Depression/Postpartum Depression

by Momma Jo // 19th September 2016 // No Comments

After Noo was born and ended up in the NICU for 4 weeks after birth with Hirschsprung’s Disease, I really struggled with Postnatal Depression. Support from family, friends and our medical doctor, I was able to work through those issues.... Continue reading →

Common Beauty Product Ingredients ~ Part 2

by Momma Jo // 14th September 2016 // 2 Comments

In this 5 part series, I’m sharing what the common beauty product ingredients are and what effect they have on our bodies. Alpha Hydroxy Acids Top 5 Benefits of Alpha-Hydroxy Acid: 1. Improvement in skin pigmentation. 2. Decreased appearance of... Continue reading →

Mental Health Monday ~ Insomnia Disorder

by Momma Jo // 12th September 2016 // No Comments

Both Pixie and I suffer from Insomnia Disorder. Pixie was diagnosed with chronic insomnia when she was 2 years old. She has never slept more than 4 hours at a stretch, unmedicated, and some days she goes without more than... Continue reading →

Common Beauty Product Ingredients ~ Part 1

by Momma Jo // 7th September 2016 // No Comments

In this 5 part series, I’ll be sharing what the common beauty product ingredients are and what effect they have on our bodies. Vitamin A: Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that is stored in our liver. It contributes... Continue reading →

Mental Health Monday ~ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

by Momma Jo // 5th September 2016 // No Comments

I often hear people comment that they are “so OCD” and I often wonder if they know what they are actually speaking about. I suffer from a mild form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and it’s no less difficult to deal... Continue reading →