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We don’t know about you but we are sick and tired of sharing our man’s shaving cream. The problem is that all of the brands formulated for women that we have tried either go on too thick, which gunks up our razors, or go on too slick, which doesn’t allow our razors to get a firm grip. Then there is the problem that some brands just don’t do justice to our sensitive girlie skin and we end up with unsightly bumps in some rather unfortunate places. Enter the Moisturizing Foam Shave from Alba Botanica. This stuff is amazing! Each aerosol-free container dispenses a delightful “poof” of light-as-air foam that spreads on not too thick, not too thin, but just right. It contains Vitamin E, organic botanicals and organic aloe vera, resulting in a smooth-as-silk finish with no ugly bumps. Best of all, the consistency is so light and soft your razor will glide right over it without clogging. Available in Sea Mist, Aloe Mint and our favorite, Mango Vanilla, the foam is formulated for both men and women. But trust us—it’s so good you won’t want to share! www.albabotanica.com. “Making perfume was never a choice, but an involuntary obsession.” So says Alexandra Balahoutis, the founder and perfumer behind Strange Invisib You know that great almost tingly fresh sensation you get in your mouth when you treat it to a mint? Well, now your face can get in on that action. Habibi’s organic Oatmeal and Peppermint Face collection literally makes your face tingle. Created for oily/acne prone skin, there are three products: a face wash, scrub and moisturizer. Your face will feel incredibly fresh after you use it and it takes care of business without drying you out too much. If you tend to have dry skin, Habibi has other natural skin care products for you too. There is also body care and home care collections in a variety of enticing scents. Check it out at www.habibibody.com.
So, here's the ultimate "luxury" facial regimen. Cleanse and exfoliate with champagne, hydrate with white truffles and then finish with caviar for your eyes. Okay, maybe you'd rather
We don’t know about you but we are tired of natural shower gels that don’t lather well and don’t even get us started on the same old tired fragrances. Enter one of our new favorite products, the shower gel from 100 Percent Pure. This all-natural non-irritating, non-stripping and non-dehydrating product foams up like nobody’s business, leaves no soapy residue and comes in a delightful assortment of fresh scents. Our current favorite is Strawberry Lemonade, made from real strawberries and lemon juice and loaded with antioxidants and Vitamins C and E. It smells so much like the real deal that you will want to pour it in a pitcher and serve it over ice. The best part is that not only will your skin be squeaky-clean, but your conscience will be, as well, because 100 Percent Pure products are vegan and cruelty-free. Made from nothing but food ingredients, the products are never tested on animals and the company takes great pride in its animal activism and the fact that it works diligently to support the causes that help promote ethical animal treatment. www.100percentpure.com.
Here’s a way to give yourself the gift of organic dark chocolates and roses all in one fell swoop…and…do it for less than $20! We said it was a “find!” Check this out…a body scrub made of fair trade certified cocoa and rose petals, plus organic cane sugar and essential oils. We can just hear all the “bathing in chocolate” fantasies running through your heads…It’s called “Love Potion” dark chocolate and roses scrub from www.sweetbeautyspa.com. On your mark, get set, click that link! A famous frog once said it’s not easy being green. That may be true but thanks to Pangea Organics Facial Mask, your green skin care routine just got a whole lot easier. This amazing product may
by Bonny Osterhage One of the most common complaints we hear from our green friends is how hard it is to make the switch to a natural deodorant. However, with more and more information surfacing on the harmful effects of aluminum, one of the main ingredients in most deodorants and antiperspirants, finding a natural alternative is becoming increasingly important. We researched and tested a few all-natural brands and found that they didn’t leave us smelling “au natural” at all-- in fact quite the opposite. Kiss My Face - Liquid Rock Deoderant and Active Enzyme Stick Deoderant Jason - Aloe Vera Deoderant Stick for those with sensitive underarm skin Tom's of Maine - Natural Original Deodorant Stick Nature's Gate Organics - Asian Pear and Red Tea deodorant Before you make the switch you must be ready to wrap your brain around two very important facts: First, deodorant is NOT antiperspirant. Next, you might find it necessary to reapply an all-natural deodorant depending on your climate and activity level. But really, doesn’t that seem like a small price to pay when you consider that aluminum has been linked to Alzheimer’s and Breast Cancer? You decide. ![]() How many of you have spent a lot of time trying shampoos and conditioners that swear they will thicken your thin, bodiless, straight hair? Yes, we're sure you've had limited success with some, just like us, but most don't seem to do anything to really pump up the volume. Well...if Ayurvedic practices can helpcure what ails you, it only makes sense tha Ayurvedic shampoo and conditioner can rescue your hair, as well. Better Botanicals Amla Shine Shampoo and Pure Gloss conditioner will be your new heroes. Amla is a tropical green berry-like fruit that has been used in Ayurveda as a health tonic, while the Pure Gloss conditioner is based on an Ayurvedic hair cocktail that dates back thousands of years. www.betterbotanicals.com.
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