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The Best Organic and Natural Products of 2018! Clean Fresh Beauty

12/31/2018

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For so long the formations of organic and natural products were not meeting the needs of beauty lovers. But, over the last five years, so many small green businesses have been doing an amazing job at crafting non-toxic skin care and makeup products with luxurious textures and great results. SO, green beauty is having an amazing moment.

To be considered “natural,” the formula of beauty products must be free of metallic aluminum, triclosan, talc, mineral oil, parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, silicones, polyethylene and polypropylene (microbeads), petrolatum, formaldehyde, toluene, and chemical sunscreens (such as oxybenzone, avobenzone, and octinoxate), BHT.

I tried many organic and natural beauty products and here is the list of the products I loved in 2018. These products will make your skin glow and make you feel great in your skin.
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The Best Moisturizer
I have been using this Josh Rosebrook | Day Cream |. This day cream is a rescue facial cream. Every time I apply It, my skin becomes super nourished, smooth and soft. This day cream that contains organic evening primrose and almond oils that promote soft and healthy looking skin. These oils are also full of antioxidants to fight skin aging signs. This day cream also contains aloe vera to quench thirsty skin. 

One of the added bonus here: this cream doubles as a sunscreen; it is SPF-30 and contains 12% Zinc Oxide (Non Nano, Uncoated, Micronized). We so often forget to apply sunscreen during winter, but we need sunscreen all year round; this day cream make it so easy to have our sunscreen daily. Also, it applies without a white cast. No white cast on my  dark skin tone.
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The Best Face Serum
The| Youth Serum| from  Honua Skin Care is just ammmmazzzing!! If you want to keep your glow this winter, you got to use this serum.  I used this serum in many different ways and it works great every time. I applied it when my skin felt tight and irritated and it calmed it. I had flaky patches that disappeared overnight after I applied this serum. I used it my moisturizer; it absorbs so quickly without stickiness which makes it perfect for skin care layering. 

Let's talk ingredients; one of my favorite things to do. Their main ingredients: { Aloalo & 'Awa} Firming, tightening and wrinkle relaxing. {Lau Comfrey } Amazing skin regenerator for youthful skin. {'Ōlena} Anti-inflammatory powerhouse and skin brightener {Noni } Magical skin healer, rich in anti-aging antioxidants,Vitamin C & Selenium to help will cell regeneration. When checking their ingredients list closer, I see that they use grapefruit seed extract (GSE) and Organic Rose a.k.a damask rose. GSE has amazing anti-aging properties. Damask rose has been used for centuries as a tonic to moisturize, hydrate, plump dry and mature skin. I also love that they use hydrosol organic damask rose. I feel like this serum will become one of my skin care staples
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The Best Facial Wipes | Facial Cleanser
I love the  Ursa Major Facial Wipes. They have a lovely mint scent. These wipes are vegan, cruelty -free, and biodegradable. These wipes will remove dirt, makeup, or sweat that is on your face without drying it out. 

These wipes comes in individual packages with makes them very practical for trips or to carry around in your purse. These wipes are perfect for on-the-go lifestyle. 
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The Best Eye Cream
The Good Beauty Lab Medicine | Starry Eyes| has been a staple of facial care routine. This eye cream is amazing; it is perfect for long night and for dealing with dark under eye circles. It brighten my dark circles and nourish my skin at the same time.

Good Beauty Lab Medicine explains " When we formulated Starry Eyes we wanted a product that would rejuvenate and sustain healthy skin. Knowing that the skin around your eyes is very thin and vulnerable naturally missing essential fat or muscle, we specifically formulated Starry Eyes with a combination of ingredients generous in vitamins A, B, C all essential for  brightening dull discolored, lackluster skin. Butters and oils all designed to nourish and feed the skin and oxygen boosting ingredients to deliver nutrients.".
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The Best Mask
Sometimes you try something and you're like "Yes!" That's a love affair. I wanted to share about this beautiful antioxidant face mask |Matcha Tea & Chamomile| from Plant Apothecary for a while. When I have these moments when my skin is sensitive and irritated, my pores are clogged, you name it; this mask works so great. 

​Second, this mask is so soothing and my skin is glowing and so soft after I use it. I found that this mask works with my skin instead of against it. It doesn't stress it or make it uncomfortable. For me, natural or organic products should work with our skin to detoxify and care for it. This mask is not for dry skin; it contains matcha green tea.
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Green Tidings - A Natural Brand Beyond Aluminum Free Non-Toxic Deodorants

12/18/2018

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Green Tidings - Aluminum Free Deodorant Non-toxic Deodorant
I am a big fan of Green Tidings, so I was so excited when I received these products from them. Green Tidings is verified cruelty-free Leaping Bunny Program certified. Their natural gluten- free products are also vegan.

In my package, I received the Green Tidings
  • Unscented Natural Deodorant
  • Calendula Face Lotion
  • Green Tidings Velvet Oil Blend

First, Let's talk about the Green Tidings Unscented Natural Deodorant!
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 Green Tidings baking soda deodorants have been one me of favorite deodorants for years. It is so effective especially during the hot summer months. I have always purchased the lavender scented deodorants, but the one I received was the unscented one. And, I love it as well; the formula feels the same and it is as effective.

They use organic coconut oil & organic shea butter (Unrefined, Fair Trade) in their formula, so the deodorant applies very nicely; oh, it glides on my skin. I still avoid applying right after shaving because of the baking soda. I might like the unscented version even better.

Ingredients Highlights:

Manihot Esculenta (Tapioca) Starch: From the cassava plant. Gluten-free, high in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Soothes, softens, and moisturizes the skin, while absorbing moisture. Deodorizing, healing, helps clear acne.
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil: Anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory. Contains essential fatty acids and antioxidants, and is very moisturizing.
Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) : Absorbs perspiration, anti-bacterial, natural deodorant.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) (Unrefined, Fair Trade) : Anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial. Contains vitamins A, E, and F, proteins, fatty acids, and healing minerals, and can help with dry skin without clogging pores.
Magnesium Chloride (Magnesium Oil) : Anti-deodorant. Magnesium is also an extremely important mineral for health. Contains only raw, ultra-pure magnesium chloride.
Wildcrafted Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax: Natural thickener and moisturizer. Grown in the wild without pesticides. A vegan alternative to beeswax.

Full Ingredient List-
Virgin Coconut Oil, Shea Butter (Unrefined, Fair Trade), Magnesium Oil, Manuhot Esculenta (Tapioca) Starch, Aluminum-Free Baking Soda (sodium bicarbonate), Wildcrafted Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera). 100% pure lavender essential oil added in lavender scent version ONLY.


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25 Green Beauty Brands That Offer Sample Sizes!

12/12/2018

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Looking for ways to switch your makeup or skin care products for cleaner products without breaking the bank? Don't want to spend money on products that might not work for you? Well, it is time to try before you buy. I’ve compiled a list of green beauty brands that offer samples sizes!

The Detox Market
The Detox Market is green beauty and organic skin care store that carries MANY brands. They have a sample program where you can select 4 samples for $8 of any products you want in makeup, skincare, and hair care category.

Safe & Chic
Safe & Chic has a ton of green  products you can choose from; They carry more than 115 clean beauty brands that you are made with non-toxic ingredients. They don't have a samples section, but I love their sales section; you can find full size products for as low as $8. I love shopping there because I can find almost anything green beauty and wellness. Use Code CFB10 for an an additional 10% OFF at checkout.

Hynt Beauty
Hynt Beauty is a luxurious natural cosmetics brand that infuses cosmetics with botanical ingredients. They have a lots of samples starting at $3. I love their pressed powder! The brand has been created by breast cancer survivor Meryl Marshall and the cosmetics are formulated FREE of Parabens, Nano Particles, Artificial Preservatives, Gluten, and all products are PETA-certified Vegan (except for the mascara, which is clearly identified).

Vapour Beauty
Vapour Beauty is another one of my favorite high performing clean cosmetics brands and it has has a huge list of samples! You can get 5 samples for $15; You can choose samples for foundation, lip glosses, bronzers, lipsticks,  and more.

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3 Essential Natural Skin Care Tips to Keep Your Glow this Winter!

12/7/2018

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I hope you had a great holiday celebration! This was me three weeks ago, enjoying a cocktail  and a gorgeous sunset with my hubby in Hawaii. Our Hawaii trip was amazing!!!! The people, the weather, and the beach, everything was soooo relaxing.

So my spirit was up when I got back here; I brought all that glow and sunshine back, but my skin was not so much! The cold temperatures just sucked the moisture right out of my skin. I had dry patches and my skin was dehydrated and so tight. Bottom line, no more glowing skin.

So, I said no way! I will my glow back by starting my winter skin care routine now -

I mean even nature prepares itself for winter. In Fall, the trees are so beautiful changing from green, yellow, and red. But these changes in color really mean that the trees are requiring less water to survive. Then in winter, the trees shade their leaves; all the water in the soil is not reserved to feed the roots and guarantee survival. Ok, now you are probably thinking what's up with the trees...


Well , all of these changes are nature's way to prepare itself for the cold moisture sucking temperatures and adapt and we need to do the same with our skin.

Beautiful, we need to twick our skincare routine to keep a glowing beautiful skin during winter months.

This winter, my skincare goals are very simple.
* Avoid dry patches
* Get and keep a glowing skin
* Hydrate my skin to the max, so my skin stays soft
* Add a daily dose of anti-aging agents on my skin.
I don't want to be overwhelmed by this process; So, it will be a 3 step process to twick my skin care routine for now.

I bet you are also trying to keep your skin hydrated, soft, glowing this winter, so here is my simple three step process.

Step 1. If not already done, add a toner or facial mist to your skincare routine.

This is a simple but effective way to add more hydration to your skin. Hydrating your skin is giving it more water to it can remain plump. Of course, we all need to drink more water to nourish our skin from within, and we also need to replace the moisture that is sucked out of our skin by the cold weather by using facial mists or toners. It is best to apply toners or facial mistakes after before a facial serum or before your moisturizer.

I have two favorite natural toners.
The
Herbivore Rose Hibiscus Coconut Water facial mist. This facial is so refreshing. It replenishes my skin hydration after I use my cleanser. My skin is so soft and moisturized after I apply it. It also has this evenly rose scent. Read more about it here!

My second favorite timer is the
Siams-seas facial mist. This facial mist is made with a combination of organic whole plant aloe vera and cooling botanical water. This is a serious pick-me up facial mist. If I feel my sink tight or irritated. I just spray it over my face and rub it in all over, including rubbing it over my neck. Let's not forget our necks.

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Step 2: Massage in that serum! You don't have a serum?

Hum... You need it for sure in the winter. Why do you need a serum in your skincare routine? Moisturizers, facial mist and toners have water in them; that means they contain less essence of the ingredients.

Serums on the over hand, oh yes, they are highly concentrated in potent ingredients. You get the pure botanical stuff with serums. Potent ingredients to deliver the maximum impact. Two types of serums here: liquid form and concentrated form. My two favorites are anti-aging and nourishing.


The Honua Skincare | Youth Serum| is liquid. It is just amazzzing!! If you want to keep your glow this winter, you got to use this serum. Read more about it here.

| The Super Blend | pressed serum concentrated from Maya Chia has fantastic anti-aging properties. This one cost a little bit, but hear me, it is so worth it. This natural serum combines effective antioxidant astaxanthin and co-enzyme Q10 to increase skin's elasticity and radiance. Read all about it here -

Step 3: Get a natural softening masks!

Yes, once or twice a month, boost your skin elasticity with masks. Two natural masks that I love are the
|Matcha Tea & Chamomile| from Plant Apothecary and
|Blossoming Revelation Mask - Honey Bee| from Good Medicine Beauty Lab.

The Plant Apothecary mask is vegan makes that is great of you have oily or combination skin. The Kaolin clay and matcha green tea actually regulates sebum production while chamomile soothes and softens the skin. and my skin is glowing and so soft after I use it. I found that this mask works with my skin instead of against it.

If you have dry or aging skin, you will love the
Blossoming Revelation Mask - Honey Bee! This mask is perfect for deep hydration. There is magic in this mask y'all. I love love this mask. I use it once a week, apply it on my dump face, and it leaves my skin plump, smooth, and glowing.

These tips are all about adding more hydration in your skincare routine this winter. I hope they will help you!


What are your favorite natural skin care tips for the winter months?
Let me know in the comment section of the blog post and I will share some of your tips with the group and on Facebook.

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