The Organic Beauty Expert

Organicare :: Fresh Fix for that oh so uncomfortable sun sore skin

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Take Fresh Fix on your trip this summer and use it as a refresher on the plane and on the beach.  If, heaven forbid, you get sunburned, whip out Fresh Fix to alleviate the painful effects of your burn and do so knowing that Fresh Fix bears the USDA certified organic seal ensuring purity and safety.

Fresh Fix’s fine mist instantly cools and soothes skin with aloe and lavender while putting to work the anti-inflammatory properties of chamomile.  Coconut, ginseng, and cocoa condition while vitamin A and St. John’s Wort combat flaking and restore suppleness to the skin.

Organicare, the next generation in skincare, is a completely USDA-certified organic line of performance skincare.  Fresh Fix retails for $29.50.

Avalon Organics NEW Deodorant Spray

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Effectively eliminate odor with just a few sprays of Avalon Organics NEW Deodorant Spray. Perfect for use as a traditional deodorant, an all-over body spray or as a room freshner! The 100% natural formulation relies on organic essential oils—free of parabens, aluminum, propylene glycol and artificial colors, fragrances and preservatives—to wipe out odor-causing bacteria while providing additional restorative and calming benefits.

Envelop your body and your home with the pure, clean scent of Rosemary & Peppermint Deodorant Spray; employ the antibacterial and antimicrobial benefits with the fresh scent of Clary Sage & Lemon Deodorant Spray; Relax with the calming aroma of the Lavender Deodorant Spray; and Rejuvenate your senses with the Grapefruit & Geranium Deodorant Spray. 4 fl oz., SRP: $8.95.

Available nationwide at Whole Foods Markets, CVS, Target and fine natural foods retailers.

And because there's no such thing as too much LUSH... The Big Hair Affair

It’s time to toss your plans and titillate your senses by having a steamy affair – with your hair.  LUSH Cosmetics is introducing The Big Hair Affair, a limited edition, customizable kit that will romance your hair with the freshest ingredients and the finest essential oils, so you can sit back, relax and fall in love with your hair again.  Begin an affair with your hair tonight and romance those dull locks back to life – and don’t worry, we won’t tell your stylist.

The Big Hair Affair contains seven indulgent hair products for just $15. You will get a taste of three shampoos, two conditioners, one hair treatment and one styling gel – all of your choice and customized to suit your hair needs.  Whether you’re looking to tame your tresses, define curls, or max out volume, you’re just 5 steps away from sultry and seductive hair with The Big Hair Affair.

Dead Sea Salts worth your dollars :: Adovia Dead Sea Salts with Acai Berry Oil

You will very rarely find a recommendation for sea salts on OBE because more often than not, companies simply buy sea salts bulk and jack up the price more than 200%, offering 8 ounces for $25. What a rip off!

In my practice, especially after I give someone a deep tissue massage, I often suggest they take a hot bath with salts to reduce the pain and relax their muscles. The sea salts from Adovia, however, offer more than two pounds of muscles loosening goodness for just $20 bucks. Seriously? Oh yeah!

The newest addition to the Adovia Dead Sea Salt family offers the addition of acai berry oil. "The pulp of Acai berries has been used for centuries by the natives of Brazil for its unmatched healing and nutritional properties. The Acai berry is abound with essential fatty acids such as Omega 3, Omega 6, and Omega 9. There are also many other vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, E, and C and minerals such as Phosphorus, Calcium, and Potassium, as well as polyphenols, anthocyanins, and phytosterols," says Alex Keyan, President of Adovia Mineral Skin Care.

Like nothing else, these salts will warm & relax your muscles, stimulate circulation and are effective for the relief of eczema, acne, psoriasis & pain.

Sugar-licious launches from LUSH

Having mastered the art of glowing skin and to-die-for hair, LUSH is ready to tackle the ultimate bathroom battle against cellulite and those dreaded dimply bits! In true LUSH fashion, LUSH is fighting the fight in its own innovative way with two brand new solid Sugar Scrubs. Sugar, sodium bicarb and cream of tartar together make for a gorgeous solid exfoliator for the shower and one that is free from the modern constraints of packaging. The new scrubs launch July 2009.

LUSH Sugar Scrub :: Sugar Scrub uses exfoliating Fair Trade sugar to scrub away dead skin cells, tackling cellulite and invigorating sluggish skin for a fresh start this summer. Its stimulating blend of fresh fennel and fennel oil acts as a great tonic for the skin, while lavender oil has a healing effect on the skin and warming ginger kicks the circulation up a notch. All in all, a great way to get your body polished in preparation for summer exposure! (Vegan) $4.95.

LUSH Sugar Babe :: Sugar Babe is tough on the outside but don’t let that fool you – this super scrub is filled with a soft, soothing center that will leave skin refreshed and rejuvenated. The Fair Trade sugar exfoliates skin for a smooth result – it’s perfect for those dimply bits on thighs, stomach and upper arms. As the sugar melts away, the nourishing center of extra virgin coconut oil is revealed. The light, protein rich oil softens and moisturizes the body, while beeswax absolute, a natural antiseptic, soothes and protects. Skin is seductively scented with mimosa absolute and ylang ylang making your newly smoothed and sexy skin even more irresistible. $4.95

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Ootanga Body Oil :: New from Jaimeeearl

New from Jaime Earl :: Ootanga Body Oil. Pressed from fresh Kalahari watermelon seeds, Jaimeearl’s Ootanga Body Oil is on-greasy, penetrating and great for all skin types. The composition of essential fatty acids in Kalahari seeds helps to nourish, moisturize and restore elasticity to the skin. This fast-absorbing body oil is light but packs incredible moisturizing ability.

Jaimeearl’s Ootanga Body Oil is lightly scented with organic pink grapefruit essential oil. It is wonderfully uplifting and also a great astringent for balancing oily skin and hair. 4 oz, $32

INGREDIENTS ::  citrullus vulgaris (watermelon) seed oil, citrus paradisi (organic pink grapefruit essential oil)

Orissa Cometics :: UKs newest brand for ethnic women

According to the 2001 Census, the UK has approximately 3.6million people of Black African/Black Caribbean/Indian/Pakistani minority. Orissa Cosmetics is hoping to offer a perfect match for women with darker skin tones.

Hand made in the UK using natural minerals, Orissa Cosmetics is specially developed for ethnic women with darker skin tones. Founding directors Bhimal Hira and Mona Parekh state that “women with dark skin tones are not being adequately catered for by the mainstream beauty industry, leaving many ethnic women using makeup product’s that does not suit their skin type”.

The Orissa range includes carefully selected shades of foundations, blushers, bronzers and eye shadows that dramatically enhance and perfectly match darker skin tones. What’s more, the entire range is hand made using crushed natural earth minerals that is easy to apply, allows skin to breath throughout the day, does not require constant re-application, has a natural UVA/UVB protection (SPF 15-20) and is highly water and humid resistant.

Sabon NYC launches Sabon Organic

June 23rd marks the launch of Sabon Organic from Sabon NYC. The new line is paraben-free, sulfate-free, certified by ECOCERT® and environmentally friendly by not testing on animals and using recycled packaging.

Sabon Organic product line offers:
Organic Hand Cream, 2.11 oz, $18
Organic Foot Cream, 2.11 oz, $15
Organic Face Serum, 1.05 oz, $49
Organic Eye Lifting Serum, 1.05 oz, $39
Organic Body Scrub, 8.79 oz, $30
Organic Butter Cream, 7.04 oz, $39
Organic Day Cream, 1.75 oz, $39
Organic Olive Oil Soap, 3.5 oz, $10

Based on the ingredients of the Face Serum that I have, Sabon Organic looks like it will be a viable option for those of you looking for pure skin care. Launches on the 23rd and should be available for purchase online by the end of June.

First Five Ingredients (Face Serum):: Aloe leaf juice, macadamia seed oil, dill extract, marrubium, clary seed oil
98.86% of the total ingredients are of natural origin; 90.05% of the total ingredients from organic farming

Where have your fingers been before you spread on that lip balm? eos takes care of that issue

I've recently admitted to be having a skeeve peeve. As a mother and massage therapist, I know where where my fingers have been recently and so using them to apply my beauty products off the cuff, have recently made me hesitate.

Just last week I starting rubbing my lip balm pot over my lips instead of having to dip my fingers in. Think about it. How much crap are we touching every day? Doesn’t the idea of using your finger to dab on your favorite lip balm now sound a little…funky?

Thankfully, eos has bridged the gap between the typical pot lip balms with the launch of their new, affordable Lip Balm Smooth Spheres. Now you can moisturize your pout, GERM-FREE, with these USDA certified organic and all natural unique balms.

If a stick is more your style, you’ll also love the new Lip Balm Smooth Sticks made with the same eco-friendly formulation.

INGREDIENTS: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Beeswax (cire d'abeille)*, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)*, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract*, Tocopherol.
*ORGANIC
Certified organic by VOF.
NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS

UV SunSense :: Know when to reapply and when to get in the shade!

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The UVSunSense wristband, a new, easy-to-use tool that helps people avoid overexposure to harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun, is now available and will soon help families all across America reduce the risk of skin cancer and painful sun damage.

The UVSunSense wristband is a sun-sensitive gauge. Wrapped around a user’s wrist, the wearer then applies sunscreen to their body – as well as the wristband - before going about their outdoor activity. The band then changes color to let the wearer know it’s time to reapply sunscreen – or to get out of the sun. It’s really that simple!

UVSunSense is designed to work with sunscreens of SPF 15 or higher, and will change color at different times depending on the SPF level. UVSunSense is designed to be used in salt, fresh or chlorinated water, and in showers – thus giving an accurate reading after outdoor activities like swimming, running or just playing in the backyard.

“Right now, the only way to know if your sunscreen is working is if you don’t get sunburn – and by then, it’s too late,” said Dr. Michael Eidelman, a dermatologist at St. Vincent’s Hospital Manhattan.  “The UVSunSense wristband takes the guesswork out of outdoor recreation and gives you accurate, real-time information that will help keep you and your family safe and healthy.”