DIY Facial Cleansing Oil For Blemish Prone Skin

Oil cleansing can be the perfect antidote for dry or winter ravaged skin. But what about those breakouts? Acne doesn't discriminate against oil depleted skin.

The Oil Cleansing Method

The winter solstice is approaching and the air is getting drier. Do you ever notice that the change in season effects your skin? Combined with indoor heating, the air can be particularly harsh this time of year.

The Budget Edition: 85 Cent Lip Balm

Here's another deal to add to your booty from Cyber Monday. For a limited amount of time, Madre Bees is selling a lip balm for $0.85. I think that's cheaper than a candy bar.

My Philosophy

My philosophy regarding natural products drives my choices, my research and my writing. And therefore it is important to share with you.

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A Certified Organic Laundry Detergent

Cleaning products have perpetually frustrated me. They aren't required to disclose comprehensive ingredient listings like personal care products. Nearly all will include only vague descriptions like: "non-ionic surfactant,"  which are pretty much no help at all.

Your Sunscreen Might Catch on Fire

While on your body. Half a million bottles of Banana Boatsunscreen have been recalled because several people have caught on fire after applying it.

How to Save Money While Going Non-Toxic

Transitioning to a green beauty routine can be expensive if you buy the luxury items that contain flecks of 14 karat gold. But if you know what you're doing, you can actually save money while making the switch. It's not immediately obvious, so I wanted to share what I've discovered on my journey.

Summer Is Almost Over, But Keep Wearing Your Sunscreen

 

Why should you wear sunscreen? Because it can prevent skin cancer. If that isn't enough, this picture might seal the deal.

The Ultimate Sunscreen Guide 2012

It's SUMMER TIME! It's the season filled with warm nights, sandy toes, and freckles. Want to know what sunscreen to wear for that next beach trip? You're in the right place.

How to Eat Fish And Avoid Mercury

Omega-3's are fabulous for your skin and hair. Consuming the best ratio of Omega 3's to Omega 6's is also important for your overall health. One way to accomplish this is to eat fish. But wait. It's not that simple.

Kahina Giving Beauty Argan Oil

I tried argan oil for the first time last month. I know, I'm a little late to the party. Trends take awhile to grow on me; I'd never even worn skinny jeans until a year ago.

Do you Dry Brush?

One trend I just don't stop hearing about (like green smoothies and acai) is dry brushing. It's exactly what it sounds like: brushing the skin on your body, outside of the shower.

Do You Consider Flame Retardants When You Buy Furniture?

I've known about flame retardants in children's pajamas for a long time. However, a recent storm of articles has emerged discussing the presence of flame retardants in furniture. It got me thinking: how much of my house is filled with those chemicals?

The EWG Releases This Year's Sunscreen Report

I look forward to this report every year. Particularly because it means it's summertime. And that means blueberries and watermelons are in season, and beach trips happen every weekend.

A New Study Finds That Thyme Is More Effective Against Acne Than Benzoyl Peroxide

Nature wins again. Breaking research conducted by Dr. Escalada from Leeds Metropolitan University found that a solution made from thyme is more effective at treating the acne bacterium than benzoyl peroxide.

The Great Deodorant Hunt: Part 2

Burt's Bees was bought by Clorox in 2008. That's right, the brand known for making bleach. I'm not gonna lie, it doesn't give me much confidence in the company continuing to create clean products. But this deodorant seems to be keeping my hopes alive.

My Vices

I'm not perfect. And not when it comes to clean beauty either.

Marie Veronique's Anti-Aging Facial Oil Plus Review

 

I eat it. I slather it all over my face. Oil that is.

The History of Oil

Some call it liquid gold. I happen to think this is an accurate description. Facial oils have made my list of best discoveries in 2012, and the year is still in it's infancy. But it gets a bad rap in some circles. So why the disagreement?

Acure Energizing Body Lotion Review

I've been a swimmer my entire life. You know what chlorine does to your skin? Well, let's just say that after swim practice slathering on boatloads of lotion was a ritual.

Sejaa Pure Skincare by Gisele Bündchen

Celebrities seem to be cross training quite a bit as of late. They're starting clothing lines, designing signature fragrances, endorsing pills, and even creating their own organic skin care lines. Model Miranda Kerr launched the natural skincare brand Kora Organics, which was recently certified organic by Ecocert. And now Gisele Bündchen has stepped up, founding Sejaa Pure Skincare.

Brazilian Blowout Reaches Settlement Agreement

It looks like this saga, which has been going on since 2009, may be over. GIB, the manufacturer that produces the Brazilian Blowout has agreed to pay $4.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit. In 2011, the FDA issued a warning letter to GIB regarding health complaints and mislabeling of the product. While GIB labelled the product "formaldehyde free," it actually emitted about 9% formaldehyde.

Bubble and Bee Cucumber Face Wash For Blemish Prone Skin

To continue the discussion of problem skin (I've previously addressed blackheads and a spot treatment for blemishes), it is time to discuss fundamentals, like face wash.

Is There Lead in Your Lipstick?

Does this lipstick look familiar? Then I have some bad news for you. The FDA just released a new study on the lead content in lipstick and the tube shown above, Mabelline's Color Sensational, was the worst offender.

How To Get Rid of Blackheads

Surprise, surprise, it's not those infamous pore strips you tried when you were 13. But you will not believe how excited I was when I found something that worked.

My Culinary Discovery

Along with a new year comes new discoveries. Recently, I stumbled across a food blog called My New Roots, the brainchild of Sarah Britton, a certified holistic nutritionist and chef. I have fallen in love.

The Budget Edition: Spot Treatment

One benefit of the rampant DIY trend is the low price tag. And the benefit of this little recipe is its simplicity.

Cleaning House

Happy 2012, dear readers! Let's start this new year off with a clean slate, shall we?