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Is There Something Fishy About Fish Oil Supplements?
Everyone is talking about omega-3 fatty acids. Good for skin, hair, heart, and overall health, right? We love these beauty supplements but word on the street is people today eat higher levels omega-6 acids and we need a balance with omega-3’s. A diet with essential fatty acids keeps our skin smooth and beautiful. But is popping a fish oil table the answer to making it happen?
Your body does not produce essential fatty acids so you need to get…
Tagged with: fish oil, healthy diet, natural, natural skin care, omega-3, organic
Posted in Anti Aging, Beauty Ingredients, Organic Skin Care, Skin Care Products
Posted in Anti Aging, Beauty Ingredients, Organic Skin Care, Skin Care Products
Big Cosmetic Companies Pay for Testing on Animals But Safe Cosmetics Still Exist!
Recently PETA reported several major companies pay for testing on animals. For over two decades, these companies were previously on PETA’s list of cosmetic manufacturers that do not test on animals. Fortunately, there are still plenty of cosmetic companies that refuse to test on animals.
The Chinese government requires testing on animals?? Ugh! Apparently, some cosmetic companies don’t want to miss out on this huge market. As a result, they started paying for tests on animals after pledging to go…
Tagged with: cruelty free, natural, non toxic beauty, peta, safe cosmetics, Sevani, skin care products, vegan
Posted in Beauty Ingredients, Makeup, Non Toxic Beauty, Organic Skin Care, Skin care ingredients, Skin Care Products
Posted in Beauty Ingredients, Makeup, Non Toxic Beauty, Organic Skin Care, Skin care ingredients, Skin Care Products
Moroccan Argan Nut Oil – Not Always Super Duper, but when it is….it’s Super Good!
It sounds exotic and everyone is talking about it, from salon experts to soccer moms. Is Moroccan argan oil really a miracle treatment for hair, skin and body? Or is the hype just another fad people can’t wait to brag about?
What is Moroccan Argan Oil, Anyway?
As the name implies, argan oil comes from Morocco. It is one of the rarest essential oils in the world. The nuts of the argan tree are crushed to extract their precious oil.…
Organic vs. Natural: The Scoop Behind the Poop
When we search for safe cosmetics, often the words organic or natural come to mind. From shopping for essential oils to buying non-toxic beauty and skin care items, we constantly see the terms “natural,” “organic,” and “wild-crafted.” What do they all mean, is there any difference, and why is it such confusing caca?!
The three terms have different meanings any savvy shopper should know before investing in “safe” cosmetics. For crops to be certified “organic,” they must be grown…
Laser Hair Cap is a Hairy Situation
Portable laser hair caps are being promoted as a solution for hair loss. We think the laser cap is a hairy situation with little information to back its lofty claims.
Dr. Alan Bauman told CBS News that low-level laser hair therapy (LLLT) is effective when used properly. That leaves room for error.
Doc Bauman also admits LLLT is no miracle cure for hair loss.
Confusing? Definitely. Reliable? Maybe or maybe not.
Dr. Andrew Weil proudly sports his bald head. If…
Sea Buckthorn Berry: Natural Beauty Secret?
Sea Buckthorn Berries, aka SEA BERRIES
This ingredient has been popping up in products recently so we thought we would explore why:
Sea berries, when pressed, produce a layer that contains a high content of saturated and polyunsaturated fats that can be processed for very nice beauty products.
Sea buckthorn berries are said to promote healthy skin cell regeneration and can aid in the healing of wounds and restoring skin tissue.
As a result of the numerous properties this unique…
Are Parabens Really Poop?
Is there scientific evidence parabens cause cancer?
Parabens are a class of chemicals known for their use as preservatives in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry.
They are commonly found in personal care products like shampoos, moisturizers, toothpaste and make up to extend shelf-life and eliminate fungi and bacteria.
Pretty much any product that contains water must contain a preservative so they are a necessary ingredient to protect the end consumer from bacteria and more.
Parabens had been used safely for…
Tagged with: chemicals, parabens, preservatives
Posted in Anti Aging, Beauty Ingredients, Beauty Product Reviews, Non Toxic Beauty, Organic Skin Care, Skin care ingredients, Skin Care Products
Posted in Anti Aging, Beauty Ingredients, Beauty Product Reviews, Non Toxic Beauty, Organic Skin Care, Skin care ingredients, Skin Care Products
PH Balancing: Bull or Good Crap? Revealed Here!
It is no secret that consuming a blend of fresh fruits, vegetables and healthy proteins, along with drinking the right amount of water, is beneficial for clear and vibrant skin. However, there are additional things that are said to retain youthful skin!
Let’s learn more:
Keeping skin as alkaline as possible may be a good thing! This is termed as “PH Balancing”.
Is PH Balancing Bull?
Yep, we have seen and heard about it for years but what the HECK…
