ElaMaya Wellness

This summer I highly recommend spending lots of time outside. I personally get so many benefits from it, and that's why I call nature is my playground. It makes me feel happier, more alive, more connected, and I feel I perform much better when I get back into a creative space after spending time outside. Head on over to the blog to learn about the potential benefits of making nature your playground too. www.elamaya.com/blog Michael Hannig Photography

Love my natural, chemical free curls? Try this DIY Flax Seed Gel. Flax seed gels are a godsend for curly girls, creating defined curls with amazing hold, chemical free! This recipe will leave your curls fluffy, soft and flake-free, just like mine! ... Benefits: Leaves hair soft, shiny, and moisturized Promotes hair growth Nourishing for the hair as it's rich in omega 3's Gives great curl definition Gives hold with no crunch/non flaking/not drying to the hair/doesn’t cause breakage/or shedding Fast drying Mixes well with oils & conditioner All natural, organic. Great for all hair types How to make it: Strainer or stocking sock Wood spoon Bowl or air tight container ( you can use an old product container and place stocking sock over the top part to strain it) 2 cups of water 1/4 or 1/2 cup of flax seed (linseed) depending on how thick you want it 1 tblsp pf aloe vera gel (optional) 3 drops of your favorite essential oil (optional) Pour 2 cups of water and 1/2 cup of flax seed into a pot, on low/medium bring it to a boil stirring flax seed often with preferably a wood spoon. Turn off heat when a white frothy gel like liquid forms (it will have a raw egg white consistency). Continue stirring while it simmers. Place strainer or stocking sock on top of your bowl or container and pour mixture in. Let it cool down, add aloe gel and essential oil. Proceed to use gel while hair is cleansed and damp. Place the rest of the gel in an air tight container. The shelf life is 12-14 days in the fridge . Place used flax seeds in a container and place in fridge to use them again :) Can't wait to see your lovely curls, so send me a pic and let me know if you have any questions on how to make this amazing natural hair gel. Curls captured by Michael Hannig Photography See more

Made it to The Hood. Beyond excited to finally get to ride in one of the most amazing spots in the Pacific North West, even if I have you wear a wetsuit! michaelhannigIphotography

With my favorite Farmer's Market coming tomorrow I felt inspired to share 10 reasons why to buy Your Fruits & Veggies at Your Local Farmer’s Market Head on over to the blog to check it out: www.elamaya.com/blog Michael Hannig Photography