Review of Life by Chocolate

About a week ago I received some gluten free snacks to try from Aimee's Living Magic Store in York, Maine and on of the samples was Life by Chocolate. It was a scrumptious brownie made with organic raw ingredients toped with a thick chocolate icing layer. I have to say it was one of the most delicious gluten free raw organic chocolate snacks I have ever tried.

What is Life by Chocolate

Life by Chocolate is a gluten free chocolate brownie made with raw organic ingredients such as walnuts, coconut oil, sea salt, nectars, raisins, sprouted almonds, vanilla pods, cocoa butter and powder, stevia and maca. The brownie is soft and moist like a typically brownie would be, but with a hard delicious chocolaty icing. Each package of Life by Chocolate is packed with two chocolate covered brownies and I have to say that is plenty because I had one and couldn't even finish it because it was so rich in chocolate and very filling. I would definitely say it satisfied my sweet tooth just fine and was a lot healthier for me than a regular bakery brownie would be because it is made with whole foods that contain loads of nutrients that nourish the body.

Flavor and Scent

When I first opened the bag of gluten free brownies it was definitely a deep chocolate scent that made my mouth water almost immediately. The flavor of the chocolate covered brownie was a deep chocolaty cocoa flavor with a hint of fruitiness and nuttiness. It was very moist, but made me so thirsty when I had a few bites. The chocolate icing was very rich and creamy flavored, but a bit hard like dark chocolate. I would say it definitely taste better and was more filling and satisfying than a regular brownie.

How to Eat Life by Chocolate

I ate my Life by Chocolate for desert with a cup of chamomile tea. The tea helps wash down the sweetness of the rich chocolate brownie perfectly. I found the chocolate brownie and cup of tea to be stress relieving. When I was eating the gluten free brownie it was like my mind was only thinking about eating more of the brownie. It was like a mini chocolate vacation. After eating the brownie I didn't feel guilty or bloated feeling at all either which was very nice. Regular bakery brownies bloat me right up so I am definitely pleased with these gluten free ones.

Now you don't have to eat these brownies for desert like I did. You can eat them as a sweet tasty snack to help curve a chocolate craving, or to help boost your energy levels. I know I definitely has some serious energy after eating mine. You can even wash them down with coffee, milk, or water if you prefer, but I think tea washes the brownie down the best.

Personal Opinion

I have to say the Life by Chocolate is definitely the best gluten free raw organic chocolate brownie snack I have ever had. I will be getting more of them as soon as I finish my last sample. I would recommend these gluten free brownies to anyone looking for a perfect gluten free chocolate snack.

Homemade Chocolate Mud Mask for Sleepy Skin

One of my own favorite beauty recipes to make when my skin needs a little wake up call is my chocolate mud mask. The mask helps my face look brighter and more awake when I am still feeling really sleepy. Best of all it is super easy to make and very relaxing and pampering when you use it.

Ingredients Needed 

The ingredients you will need to get in order to make my homemade chocolate mud mask are 1 package of dark chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon of vitamin E oil, 1 tablespoon of solid cocoa butter, ¼ cup of cocoa powder, and 2 teaspoons of almond oil. You can find all of these ingredients in your local health food store if you do not have them in your kitchen. You are also going to need one microwave safe bowl and a spoon for stirring all the ingredients together.

Creating the Mud Mask 

Now the way you make my chocolate mud mask is by placing the dark chocolate chips, vitamin E oil, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, and almond oil into your microwave safe bowl. After, you take the bowl of ingredients and pop it into the microwave on low heat for 30 seconds or more until all the ingredients are completely melted together to make a mud mask. Then, stir the ingredients together and allow the mask to cool for a few minutes so it becomes touchable and safe enough to apply to skin. 

Applying the Mask 

The way you apply the chocolate mud mask to your face is by simply taking some of it with your hands and placing a nice thick even layer all over your face. After allow the mask to sit on your face for around 20 minutes or longer if you have the time. When you are wearing the chocolate mud mask you should notice that it is very soothing and relaxing to the skin. Once your time is up, simply wash off the chocolate mud mask with plenty of warm water, pat your face dry and apply your favorite moisturizing face cream. 

Results

You should notice after using the chocolate mud mask that your skin is toned right up, brighter, and more awake looking. The chocolate in the mud mask provides your skin with caffeine and antioxidants while the vitamin E, cocoa butter, and almond oil hydrate, tone, and protect your skin reducing the appearance of fine lines and age spots.

End Notes

I do hope those of you who make the chocolate mud mask have an easy time making it and really enjoy using it. I know I do all the time! I wish you all the best of luck at waking your skin right up so it can be youthful and bright again.