The perfect companion to the eye-focused makeup trends for this Spring/Summer 2013 season, nude lips have been all over the runways as of late. But you don’t need to go designer nor sacrifice health for beauty to sport this trend. Here I present you two of my favorite lip products from Lily Lolo, one of …
Argan oil was almost unheard of outside of Morocco before 2001, but since then it has become one of the most expensive oils in the world, commanding about $300 per liter. Is argan oil the true miracle it is claimed to be and is the exhorbitant price charged by some companies justified? I’ve laid down …
When it comes to skincare, I increasingly believe that less is more. Less scrubbing, less stripping, less peeling. And, of course, less petrochemicals and silicones as eliminating those largely obviates the need for harsh cleansing methods in the first place. So here are two of my most favorite organic creamy cleansers side-by-side: Pai and Weleda. …
If someone had told me a year ago that I would end up using a mineral foundation again, I would have told them they were totally nuts. My skin has become quite dry as of late and my attempts to go back to using powder products have more often than not ended up in total … Continue reading »
We would not think of slathering petroleum on our faces, yet that is what most people unbeknownst to them do. Hidden in all manner of cosmetic and skincare products, petroleum derivatives are full of dangerous contaminants and can not only clog pores but also cause allergies and cancer. A 1986 report by the National Academy … Continue reading »
If you are looking for a natural alternative to retinol treatments or plastic surgery to combat the signs of aging, look no further than rosehip oil. Rosehip oil is truly an anti-aging elixir backed by clinical studies that confirm its effectiveness at promoting youthful skin and improving the appearance of scars, stretch marks, sun damage, … Continue reading »
Jane Iredale is a brand known for its gentleness, quality, and wide variety of shades. The PurePressed Base is one of their more multi-tasking and travel-friendly products as it can be used as concealer, foundation, as well as SPF. It is one of the few mineral foundations that come in pressed form. Jane Iredale is … Continue reading »
EcoTools is a brand with a cult following. Their brushes are vegan, eco-friendly, good quality and high-performing. Many times they match, and sometimes even outperform, high-end brands for just a fraction of the price. Is it any wonder then that so many, from teenagers to makeup artists alike, gravitate towards the brand? I have been … Continue reading »
Today is the start of a new series which I am naming “Worth it?”. The objective is to compare a high-end (and expensive) organic product with a more budget friendly one to see if spending the extra money is truly worth it. I will start with a look at three mascaras, one high-end and two more … Continue reading »
I am a firm believer in living as naturally as possible, and one of the main pillars of a natural lifestyle is diet. Although I always ate what is considered “healthy”, my diet was too high in carbs (and grains) and therefore too low in proteins and other nutrients to be truly ideal. We have been … Continue reading »
