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Beauty – Suzanne Somers Organics

Well; why not? There may be more competition in the skincare department but when the packaging has Suzanne Somers cred, listen up ladies.

I haven’t tried or even seen the skincare line but a friend of mine let me try her coco mango body butter and let me tell you….it was simply divine… I immediately felt like I was somewhere tropical. Actually we were somewhere tropical but never mind those details. It really felt luxurious and moisturizing. And well…mango & coconut – what’s not to love? These are two of my favourite ingredients in frozen yogurt & gummies too. There is also Peppermint Cream and Rain Body Butter (which more than likely includes actual rain – well, living in Vancouver I could have made that one). Apparently they’re all food grade, so you know……extra benefits there.

Here is all the nitty gritty:

BENEFITS

SUZANNE Organics utilizes a natural, non-GMO (not genetically modified) new generation thickener and stabilizer derived from olive oil. Richly hydrates and protects skin, allowing it to retain moisture without clogging pores.
This luxurious, moisturizing body butter nurtures your skin. Abundant rich moisturizers create the look of smooth, beautiful skin rich with antioxidants.
Your skin’s barrier is fortified by this formula to prevent loss of important moisture. *The aging process is affected by moisture loss.
Enjoy a healthier, more youthful appearance on your skin with a natural scent that will make you feel like you are on vacation (yeah!).
No synthetic, toxic fragrances based on phthalates.
Created with certified organic, therapeutic grade essential oils and fruit juice essences. The essences are certified organic flavors used by organic juice, ice cream, yogurt, etc. manufacturers.
Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Oil supports the look of healthy skin, softens skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking. Helps improve the look of sagging skin, and age spots.
Shea Butter (Butyrosperum parkii) is a superior moisturizing agent. It contains a vast quantity of Vitamin E, and aids in the look of optimal skin health.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Oil is high in oleic oil with balanced amounts of high oleic acids, vitamins and minerals. Provides high performance moisturizing benefits to soothe, nourish and soften the skin.
Made in the United States.

TO USE:
Apply liberally wherever skin is dry. Glide over skin and rub in lightly. Excessive “rubbing-in” is not necessary as this formula is designed to leave a layer to help promote moisture into the skin. Can be used as a hand cream and foot cream as well.

Have you tried any of the products?

Website:http://www.suzannesomers.com/products/suzanne-organics-body-butter

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beauty – the passion of Maracuja Oil

I first found out about this strange fruit called maracuja when I lived in Brazil and found it sitting at the bottom of my favourite cocktail at the time – a caipirinha with a twist…of passion. It was divine.

Passions Fruit (Passiflora edulis) Maracuja

Now I put it on my face. Well not just that alone, it’s part of my nighttime ritual “cocktail for the face” that I mix along with other essential oils in the “Skin so Divine” Facial Oil.

Maracuja oil (pronounced mah-rick-oo-jah and is portuguese for passionflower) is derived from the passion fruit in the amazon and only one crop is harvested each year by the amazonian women.

The vitamin C content in Maracuja Oil can help to make your skin look brighter, while calcium and phosphorus work to nourish and enhance skin’s healthy appearance.

Maracuja Oil is very rich in essential fatty acids and has a high antioxidant activity. It contains nearly 80% linoleic acid together with oleic, palmitic and stearic acids. These essential fatty acids not only work as a great moisturizer but they also have anti-inflammatory properties helping to alleviate inflammatory skin concerns such as rosacea and acne. By calming inflammation in skin, less sebum or oil is released and thus the likelihood of blocked pores in acne is greatly diminished. Because of its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties, Maracuja Oil has a balancing effect being suitable for all skin types including sensitive, dry and oily skin. What it does:

rebuilds and repairs
soothes and heals redness and irritation
hydrates and brightens
reduces lines and wrinkles
improves elasticity, tone and texture
boosts collagen production thanks to the vitamin c

Have you tried it?

To order: http://getspoiled.myshopify.com/products/get-spoiled-facial-oil

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have beauty – will travel

Skin so Divine natural skincare line has come out with a convenient travel package with four complete products to hydrate, moisturize and soothe all skin types.

My skin is very sensitive. I was using this set in a very dry climate for over a month and my skin has never looked or felt better. Okay maybe when I was 15 it did but now that I’m older I want something that retains moisture and the oils in these products were sourced from the best around the world. All ingredients are top-notch!

The set includes:

Ready for Take-off Makeup Remover, Refresh Facial Mist, It’s a Luxe Life Facial Oil (don’t be afraid of oil – it’s amazing for your skin) and Moisture Balm for eyes, lips & cuticles. This is the only balm that works on my ragged cuticles.

It comes conveniently packaged in a *PET plastic carry bag which is BPA-free. *PET is globally recognized as a safe, recyclable packaging material. This makes it easier to travel on board with but you can also store it in your suitcase. When you open the box It’s shipped in, it comes packaged inside a cute take-out lunch box. Just for fun.

You can order under SHOP NOW at: http://getspoilednow.com/

Have you ever found a good trusty travel skincare set?

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Beauty biz – from your PANTRY

Skincare that you can literally eat…..

Double Duty Beauty. From the oatmeal you eat for breakfast to the turmeric in your curries, these kitchen ingredients can work wonders for various skin issues.

Such as….

Eczema:

Worth a try: Coconut Oil

Eczema is an immunological abnormality of the barrier of the skin being deficient. Skin affected by eczema is very dry, red and itchy. Restoring moisture is key, and coconut oil is an excellent moisturizer. It acts as a shield on the epidermis. While some moisturizers and face oils contain coconut oil, you can apply the oil – which can be purchased at health food (and most grocery) stores straight to skin using your fingertips. You can also layer your regular moisturizer on top of coconut oil. Side note: a brow threader said that we can apply coconut oil to help grow the hairs back on eyebrows.

Rosacea:

Worth a try: Oatmeal

Brimming with Vitamin A and E, oatmeal is an anti-inflammatory powerhouse that helps calm irritated skin. It’s also packed with skin-soothing starches and beta-glucans which provide a protective barrier for the skin. Oatmeal that is featured in commercial redness-fighting beauty products is usually the colloidal variety (meaning it has been ground into an extremely fine powder). But you can use regular oatmeal for a homemade mask. Mix ¾ cup (175 ml) of dry oatmeal with ¼ cup (75 ml) of warm water to get a nice, thick paste, and then smooth it onto your face. The mask may not look pretty, but it should feel quite soothing. Once it dries, it will feel itchy – your cue to remove it by rinsing with cold water.

Hyperpigmentation:

Worth a try: Tumeric

Darkened areas on the skin, called hyperpigmentation, can be a sign of internal inflammation. At the root is a biomarker called NF-kappaB (according to Gaetano Morello, a Vancouver naturopathic doctor) which is produced in the body. The more NF-kappaB in your system, the more inflammatory reactions you have. Curcumin, the active ingredient in the spice turmeric, reduces NF-kappaB when taken orally. And a recent study cited in the Australian Journal of Herbal Medicine concluded that “curcumin” has the potential to be used as a whitening agent in treating hyperpigmentation disorders. In the study, consuming curcumin was found to significantly reduce the melanin content in melanin-producing skin cells. While curcumin extracts are most effective (for instance, in the form of a capsule), there is no question that consuming turmeric – and lots of it – daily has positive benefits for those affected by hyperpigmentation. This according to Dr. Morello.

Acne:

Worth a try: Manuka Honey

I did not do my homework when I asked my sister to bring some back for me from her recent trip to Hawaii. I thought it was from there, but it’s actually derived from a plant native to New Zealand and Australia. It is thick and slightly bitter with powerful antibacterial properties. The bacterium that causes acne, (propionibacterium acne) is very sensitive to the antibacterial activity of manuka honey. Research shows that Manuka has a more powerful anti-inflammatory activity than other types of honey. Its unusual antibacterial activity can diffuse across skin and get down into the infection that is causing the acne spots, according to Peter Molan, a professor in biological sciences at the University of Waikato in New Zealand. Molan recommends soaking the pad of an adhesive dressing in the honey and placing this on a single pimple or a small area of pimples. For wide-spread acne, he recommends blending manuka honey with coconut oil (one third honey to two thirds coconut oil); for example 1/3 Tbsp (5 ml) to 2/3 T (10ml), which makes for a healing skin cream. Manuka honey can be purchased at many health food stores, and is typically more expensive than regular honey. It also tastes great on toast, in teas or in yogurt.

For the Body:

Coffee body Scrub – caffeine tightens loose skin, so this scrub acts as an instant slimmer and also helps to slough off dead skin cells to create smoother skin. Recipe: ¼ cup raw sugar, ¼ cup ground coffee, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, 1 Tbsp. sea salt. Blend all ingredients and place in an air-tight container. Keep in the fridge.

Disclaimer: Just want you to know that I don’t keep all of these food items to use only for my skin. I also enjoy eating them. The Girl Who Would be KING.

Credit for recipes: Stacey Stein for best health magazine

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beauty biz – DARE to OIL

This is Skincare’s Latest Must-Have? Then I’ve been well ahead of the curve!

This is the latest beauty buzz (although it’s been around for centuries). The photo is from a brochure picked up on my latest Sephora outing and it was also bravely splashed all across the store window. We’ve talked about this before but all of a sudden OILS are Everywhere! Truth is, there’s an oil for you – of course there is! Let’s find out ten timely truths about face oils:

http://GetSpoiledNow.com

1) All fears aside….there’s almost nothing an oil can’t do. The question is, what do you want it to do?

2) Oils deliver moisture and radiance without residue to lackluster complexions.

3) Applying oil to already oily skin can help manage pore clogging sebum.

4) Oils smoothly deliver antioxidants and other powerful antiaging ingredients to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

5) Soften and moisturize with a blend that’s suitable for sensitive skin including Rosacea .

6) Press oils onto your face, don’t rub.

7) You can mix oil with your foundation for additional moisture (especially in winter) and skincare benefits. Even shampoo or conditioner for silkier strands.

8) Apply your skincare in order of thickness, with the thinner formulas first. This usually means oil goes on after serum but before moisturizer. You can use them Day or Night.

9) Use oil on dry hair to tame flyaways.

10) Massage oil over a dry clay mask to help remove it easily.

Here is my recommendation for a luxurious oil featuring 19 key ingredients. Get “SpOILed” Now available at:

Website: http://GetSpoiledNow.com