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3 Steps To REDUCE Cellulite

I take a completely holistic view when it comes to dealing with cellulite. It's a ridiculous notion to think that any one cream can banish the stuff forever. There are 3 vital steps in helping to reduce the look of your cellu... more

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PEPTIDES – WEAPON AGAINST AGING SKIN?

Aging is inevitable, but looking old is optional. There are some very exciting ingredients available in anti-aging skincare today, and peptides are at the top of the list. Simply put, peptides are made up of long chains of... more

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PURE PLANT SPA

I review a ton of body lotions and scrubs, so it takes something really outstanding to grab my attention. Pure Plant Spa seems like a very simple, clean body care line (and it is,) but what makes the products exemplary is the... more

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TRILOGY SKINCARE

So happy I found Trilogy Skin Care. Many of their products contain rose hip seed oil, which is certified organic, and has been clinically-tested on it's effect in reducing the appearance of fine wrinkles and stretch marks - w... more

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ALL PEELS ARE NOT EQUAL

 Which Peels work the BEST, are the HEALTHIEST and MOST NON-toxic on the market today? Get the facts… don’t be fooled by marketing hype, as it may prove to do more harm than good! Peels are an essential part of yo... more

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TARTE’S GLAMAZON

I don't normally love "long-lasting" lipsticks - they tend to feel a bit dry and cakey, however, Tarte's  Pure Performance 12-hour Glamazon lipstick$26.00 is awesome. I love everything about this little guy - for one: the ba... more

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NOURISH

It's not always easy finding organic, non-toxic personal care products that are affordable. That's most people's number 1 compliant - why are these products so expensive? Well, there is a reason and that reason has a lot to d... more

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ALBA BOTANICA

Everyone loves Alba Botanica, and their Very Emollient Body Lotion is the go-to winter creme for many celebrities, who, like us mere mortals, suffer from dry skin, too! As you can see from the photo Brooke Burke-Charvet (c... more

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HOW TO DEAL WITH CELLULITE

This is a much asked question, and I've spent a good few years researching this issue. First off the bat - if anyone offers you a miracle cream, DON'T buy it. You'd be wasting your money because there absolutely is no such th... more

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ELIQUE ORGANICS

Oooh - what a fantastic skin care brand is this! Elique's signature product is an unbelievable body and face cream called "Whipped".  It is, as it sounds, a light creamy concoction that has many uses - if you have super-dry ... more

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BEAUTY AWARDS

I love the annual G.G. beauty awards, because with a little help, I get to choose and give a shout-out to outstanding natural beauty products. Oh - what a tough life I have to sample hundreds of beauty products!! But truly, t... more

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QTICA NAIL PRODUCTS

I've recently discovered 2 QTICA nail products that I'm really impressed with: The first is their Natural Nail Growth Stimulator. After having a bad experience with gel manicures, my nails needed some help, so I tried this gr... more

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TAY’s CLEAN & PURE SOAPS

I've never seen such beautiful packaging as the new Tay Clean & Pure soaps. All of the Tay's packaging is made from bamboo. Not only is this obviously sustainable, but it's also something that you'll want to treasure, rat... more

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Flower Essences

Profound Healing Agents from the Natural World Flowers are more than a thing of beauty.  They are much more than meets the eye.  Botanically, flowers are the site of pollination and reproduction and are considered the hi... more

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Eco Friendly Faux Lashes

Faux lashes are so popular among brides wanting a big Wow Factor for their wedding day look that many beauty salons are adding the pretty perk of free faux lashes to their bridal packages. The bride, her bridesmaids, the moms... more

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The Future of Skin Lightening Ingredients

In years past, hydroquinone was the standard ingredient for skin-lightening treatments. It was thought to be the safest and most effective treatment for hyperpigmentation, age spots, melasma, and sun damage. However, new rese... more

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Are you being poisoned by your lip gloss?

A recent study revealed that most cosmetics and skin care products contain harmful chemicals including lead and arsenic. The highest levels of arsenic, cadmium and lead were all found in lip glosses, which can be ingested. ... more

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Rose Crystal Facial

I don’t often treat myself to facials. I am just too busy (sad, I know!) and they can be pricey. Also, I’ve had a ton of pretty unimpressive facials along the way, and so I’m nervous about shelling out over 100 bucks fo... more

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Wholistic Dermatology: From Health Comes Beauty

I’m sure you’ve heard many times - Beauty comes from within. And you shrugged it off as just another silly old saying or proverb - but it IS a scientific fact, and remains scientifically the most effective treatment appro... more

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The Queen Of Argan

Argan Oil has become a beauty buzz word over the past couple of years. There are now a plethora of "natural" skin care lines that are using it in their formulas. Argan Oil is extracted from the kernal of Argan fruit, which is... more

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MARIE VERONIQUE

Why didn't I come across Marie Veronique years ago? This incredible lady is the duchess of non-toxic skin care. She is both a chemist and and master formulator - she knows her stuff, and we have so much to learn from her. He... more