Meet Organic Beauty Lilly
First Name: Lilly Current City: Charleston, SC Occupation: Blogger Length of Time Organic: About five years…started with cosmetics, and then gradually applied to my entire lifestyle Website: GenuineGlow.com Twitter Handle: @GenuineGlow Organic Beauty Talk: Why did you decide to start go organic? Lilly: I accidentally stumbled onto an article about mineral makeup that warned against the dangers of certain conventional cosmetic products. The article linked to some non-toxic lifestyle websites and I discovered a whole new world! OBT: How has going organic and non-toxic changed your life? Lilly: I am a completely renewed... Read The Rest →
This Week’s Giveaway: Lina Hanson Global Face Serum
This week’s giveaway is Lina Hanson’s Global Face Serum which is hand-blended in small batches using the highest quality natural and organic ingredients. Lina Hanson’s Global Face Serum absorbs quickly into the skin while reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, inflammation and skin irritation. It also improves the complexion by restoring elasticity, absorbs quickly into the skin. In addition, the essential oils in this unique aromatic blend are known to uplift the mood, relieve anxiety and promote a sense of positive wellbeing. This 100% natural face serum is completely... Read The Rest →
Dr. Hauschka Limited Edition Spring 2013 Eye Collection
Dr. Hauschka’s Limited Edition Spring 2013 Eye Collection wears impressively well all day long and is now an integral part of my non-toxic beauty bag and makeup routine. The Eyeshadow Trio ($39.95) has beige, rose pink and chocolate eye colors that comes in a pretty travel-friendly compact and feature the ingredient Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, an extract of black tea that’s rich in antioxidants and tannins with toning, skin-soothing, and fortifying properties. The natural Black Eyeliner ($17.95) has a new formulation with a smudge applicator. The mineral pigments in it are fused with... Read The Rest →
Sweet Honey Smoothie Recipe
Smoothie Recipe Key Beauty Ingredient: Raw Honey Benefits of Raw Honey: Whether it is in the blender or slathered right on the skin, raw honey makes one sweet choice for overall health and natural beauty. Raw honey contains 27 minerals, 22 amino acids and 5,000 live enzymes which aids in fighting disease and boosting the digestive system. When we have a healthy gut, we have beautiful skin! Studies have shown daily consumption of honey raises the levels of protective antioxidants which help to keep the damaging free radicals in check. Yes,... Read The Rest →
Eco Fashion Friday: Naya Trite Oxfords
Naya’s Trite Oxfords have me talking this Eco Fashion Friday with their leather and fabric upper and feminine ribbon laces for spring/summer. I’m a huge fan of Naya’s oxfords (and most of their shoes in general) because of their style, comfort and versatility. I wear them with jeans, skirts, dresses, shorts…just about everything. Naya, a division of Naturalizer, selects environmentally preferred materials, whenever possible, in designing every Naya shoe and uses eco-friendly packaging to leave a softer footprint on the Earth. Naya’s Trite shoes are normally $130 but are on sale... Read The Rest →
Meet Organic Beauty Megan Porschen
Name: Megan Porschen Current City: Los Angeles Occupation: Eco,Organic,Cruelty-Free Makeup Artist Length of Time Organic: About 3 years In what area(s)? Everything Organic Beauty Talk: Why did you decide to start going organic? Megan Porschen: In 2009, at the time of my natural, organic transition my body was suffering from severe allergies and asthma from living in the pollution ridden city of LA. I knew my lifestyle needed a major health change. I became aware of the dangers of using unregulated cosmetics when I discovered a few books on green... Read The Rest →
This Week’s Giveaway: 100% Pure Lip/Cheek Tint & Mascara
This week’s giveaway is 100% Pure’s Pink Grapefruit Lip & Cheek Tint along with their Black Tea Fruit Pigmented Mascara. The Lip & Cheek Tint is made with pure fruit pigments in a base of skin and lip softening and moisturizing shea and cocoa butters for a cream finish. It’s highly concentrated with anti-aging vitamins and antioxidants as well. The Fruit Pigmented Mascara lengthens, separates, thickens and glosses lashes with fruit and black tea pigments. This natural mascara also has lash conditioning ProVitamin B5, Vitamin E, oat and wheat protein for healthier... Read The Rest →
Goldenberry Smoothie Recipe
Smoothie Recipe Key Beauty Ingredient: Goldenberries Benefits of Goldenberries: Confession time…I used to be addicted to Sour Patch Kids. Yes, it was a problem! Most of us know sugar is far from a beauty food and we should avoid it as much as possible. When I discovered goldenberries, also known as gooseberries or Incan berries, I couldn’t believe how much they reminded me of those sweet and sour treats I loved! Even better, these dehydrated little gems have a super dose of antioxidants and are a good source of vitamins A... Read The Rest →
Best Natural & Organic Hair Conditioners
The best natural and organic hair conditioners are ones that moisturize and repair while having the purest ingredients. They strengthen, detangle, hydrate and nourish hair strands with the highest quality non-toxic ingredients which includes no parabens, sulfates, glycols, unnatural fragrances and other harsh synthetics. Here’s some of the best natural and organic hair conditioners: 100% Pure - Natural hair conditioners with certified organic ingredients to restore dry/damaged hair, for healthy/glossy locks, to revitalize bounce and body, and to promote a healthy scalp ($18 for 8 fl oz). Acure Organics - Natural hair conditioners with... Read The Rest →
Cashew Cream Smoothie Recipe
Smoothie Recipe Key Beauty Ingredient: Raw Cashew Nut Butter Benefits of Cashew Butter: The “f” word can be a little scary to embrace, but this is a healthy FAT that we should all love in moderation! Cashew butter is naturally sweet and contains a nice balance of essential fatty acids, protein, iron, copper and magnesium- wonderful for bone, muscle and joint health. Healthy nut butters are a great way to keep you feeling fuller, satisfied and energized… and cashew butter is delicious in smoothies. When you get bored with almond... Read The Rest →
