If a trip to your local candle shop leaves you feeling queasy, you’ve experienced synthetic fragrance in action. Not exactly the vibe you want to give off around your home. Not only are synthetic fragrances nausea-inducing, but they can cause real health issues. The ...read more
If you thought you’d left your acne years behind you but are seeing more breakouts than ever, you are not alone. In adults between the ages of 20 and 40, up to 55 percent battle adult acne. Even those who never had acne as a tween or teen can see blemishes once they hit 20 or ...read more
Wondering what lurks inside your teen’s personal care products? The first items that may come to mind are the brightly colored makeup products sold in those glittery shops in the mall or the aerosol cans of unnaturally scented cologne that are a staple in every middle school ...read more
The natural beauty market continues to grow and with it, demand for better, safer products. Unfortunately, finding the best natural beauty is not always as simple as reading a product label. Many consumers want to go natural in the beauty department but get overwhelmed by ...read more
Purchasing sunscreen can be quite the challenge. You know you need to use it to protect your skin from things like premature aging and skin cancer. But the more you hear about the negatives of some sunscreen ingredients, the more it makes you want to cover up and forget the ...read more
There are certain items that improve over the years. Smart phones. Vegan cheese. SLS-free shampoo. All better than they used to be. Natural sunscreen falls into this category too, keeping up with conventional sunscreens in performance, only safer and more effective. Get ready ...read more
Sure, your mom may say all she wants is your company on Mother’s Day. Brunch is a great start, but there’s nothing wrong with gifting the most important woman in your life something she’ll love. Gift idea well run dry? No problem. We have just the thing in this year’s Mother’s ...read more
We now know, as have Ayurvedic devotees for centuries, that the way we live affects our skin. Diet and lifestyle have a huge impact on the health of our skin; and cluing into your dosha also helps big time. A way to take the Ayurveda goodness one step further is with Ayurvedic ...read more
The centuries-old practice of Ayurveda is all about treating the body as a whole (mind, body, and spirit) and preventing imbalance and disease before it starts. Of course, you can improve bodily healthy issues and even emotional imbalance with the help of this life science. Now ...read more
Did somebody mention Botox? There’s definitely a love-hate relationship with this beauty industry darling, even amongst natural beauty lovers. Many of us swear against the use of Botox. It’s not a natural ingredient and it can do some pretty unnatural looking things to the ...read more
Tresses singing the wintertime blues? Flyaways, dryness, limp strands, and breakage are all part of the cold weather beauty season. Stock up on these winter hair products and gain control of your ‘do. What’s with the damage winter takes on hair? As if staticky strands aren’t ...read more
The beauty of facial serums? These hard working blends have the ability to tackle pretty much any skin issue that comes up. Dryness, irritation, redness, wrinkles, sagginess, dullness, breakouts … yes, there’s a serum for that. Now, how to zero in on the best natural facial ...read more
Who’s the toughest to shop for on your list? Gotta be the guys, right? Whether you are choosing for the hubs or boyfriend, your bro or bestie, our men’s gift guide has something for whomever you’re shopping for this holiday season. If you are tired of gifting ties and socks ...read more
Long list but short on ideas? There’s something for everyone on your list in our natural beauty and wellness holiday gift guide. Better yet, each item is available online. Now whip up a holiday beer punch, sit back, and get to sipping and shopping! Gifts of Natural Beauty Who ...read more
Chia seeds have become quite the well-rounded kitchen staple. You can make super yummy pudding out of those little babies. They make a healthy addition to smoothies. You can even sprinkle them on a salad for a nutrition boost. Did you know chia seeds —or more specifically, chia ...read more
With the natural beauty boom in progress, it seems less necessary to convince shoppers of the importance of using these products as it was a decade or so ago. Consumers are aware of what they do and don’t want in their beauty and personal care, for the most part. Shopping for ...read more
Matcha is the latest superfood drink. Consuming this form of green tea is good for you, inside and out. And matcha benefits the complexion in big ways when used topically, too. Before you run to the pantry to make your own face mask, let’s take a peek behind the scenes of this ...read more
Target and Amazon are go-tos for picking up everyday staples. But are you doing your natural beauty shopping there? Maybe you've noticed a few changes at your local Targ. Several departments have gotten markovers and the beauty section has a few new additions, too. The hard ...read more
Who doesn’t love a good multi-tasking natural ingredient? The ones you can use on skin, hair, and slip in your smoothie? You know, like coconut oil. The powerful multipurpose moringa plant is making its way into many a wellness routine, and this natural ingredient has beauty ...read more
It seems we are constantly being introduced to the next big beauty ingredient. Sure, there are many natural anti-aging ingredients that work wonders on skin. But it’s refreshing to see a classic stick around. And rose oil is one that's here to stay. Roses are a gardener’s ...read more
Sponsored post. Natural toothpaste and whiter teeth don’t always go hand-in-hand. Does that mean we have to use toothpaste with chemicals or put up with a dingy smile? Not anymore. Tom’s of Maine® just introduced a new whitening toothpaste and it’s dazzling. When asked if I ...read more
It may seem as if there is a new must-have beauty product every other week. It’s true, demand for natural beauty is growing at a rapid pace and that means a variety of new items to use on the skin. One of the latest to hit the market is cloud cream and it’s as dreamy as it ...read more
Your mother always told you to wash your face before bed. And she was right. But it’s not just about removing makeup and dirt. Ritual massage performed with cleansing oils strengthens the skin, treats skin issues like acne and rosacea, and promotes a vibrant glow. A cleansing ...read more
Natural beauty. Green beauty. Clean beauty. Nontoxic beauty. Whatever you prefer to call cosmetics and personal care products made without harmful ingredients, this market has come a long way in the past decade. Not only are the green beauty products of today super high ...read more
With new health and wellness tips and the many wellness-focused products coming at you on a regular basis, it can be difficult to know who to trust. We all want to believe that the information we follow on living our healthiest life is coming from an expert. Someone who walks ...read more
You have your skincare routine down. Products you love, layering game is solid, no nasty toxins hanging around. Then the season shifts or you head to a different climate and your skin reacts like an unruly toddler. Here’s how to keep your skin happy as you move through seasonal ...read more
It’s easy to protect your face from summer skin damage. Most of us incorporate sun protection into our beauty routine and apply a moisturizer or foundation with SPF daily. But are you guarding the skin on your body as effectively? Chances are … no. We tend to forget that we ...read more
We are big time believers in using safe mineral sunscreens and there are many made right here in the U.S. But some Americans are purchasing sunscreens overseas that claim to have better protection. Are these European sunscreen ingredients are worth it? We’ve been told for some ...read more
Here’s the deal. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for regulating the safety of cosmetics and personal care products. At this point, the agency is way behind and doing a less than stellar job at it. So, it’s up to you, the customer, to zero in on the safest, ...read more
Petroleum jelly is widely proclaimed to be the fix for dry skin. And yes, it does seem to help at first. But there are natural Vaseline alternative products that not only work better long term, but may be healthier for you, too. Petroleum jelly, or petrolatum, is a mixture of ...read more
Update: Note that we review many of the same products every year to ensure that they still fit our criteria for natural and safe sunscreen products. You can find our latest natural sunscreen guides here. Even though it's important to use sun protection year-round, it’s ...read more
While sunscreen is an important part of any beauty kit, we now know it’s not as easy as simply going to the store and grabbing an SPF off the shelf. There are many factors to consider when purchasing the safest and most effective sunscreens. And sunscreen ingredients are the ...read more
Want a vintage rug? Look on Etsy. Searching for handmade pillows made from one-of-a-kind textiles? Etsy it is. Shopping natural beauty brands? Okay, the uber popular DIY online marketplace may not be the first spot that comes to mind. But wait until you find out how well ...read more
So, what’s for breakfast? Decisions. Decisions. Hmmm, oatmeal or yogurt? Both will give your body healthy nutritious goodness, but if you want some seriously sumptuous skin, I’d eat the oatmeal and save that creamy yogurt to add to your collection of homemade beauty products for ...read more
Maybe you have a green thumb. Maybe you don’t. An herb garden is an easy way to undertake a low maintenance garden, and works no matter where you live. Find out which herbs make perfect skincare ingredients and get started growing your own. Beauty is getting in on the fresh ...read more
You see all sorts of magazine articles and blog posts on shrinking your skin pores. There are plenty of products claiming to tighten them up to practically invisible. But here’s the deal: you can’t actually change the size of your pores. You can, however, make them appear ...read more
You have a serum to soften lines and plump skin. A facial mist to clear pores and calm inflammation. A moisturizer that adds radiance. And the list goes on. How do you get the most from all of your carefully chosen products? You learn the best order in which to layer your ...read more
Late winter has a way of zapping any remaining glow skin may have held onto since September. And that pale skin seems to enhance every tiny capillary, dark spot, and red area on your face. Thanks, February! March may bring a bit more sunshine and warmer temps (or at least a ...read more
Maybe you’ve switched out a few items in your beauty arsenal for clean beauty products. Powder makeup, lip balm, and body products are fairly easy swaps. But how do you go about customizing a complete nontoxic skincare plan that works for you? Follow this plan and you’ll have ...read more
Facial masking is a skincare treatment that is often overlooked. But body masking? Almost never happens. Here’s why you should be using a body mask and how to choose one that’s right for your skin. Maybe you’ve experienced body masking in a spa. But chances are you’ve never ...read more
Sloughing is an essential component in any healthy skincare routine. It is also the step that is most often performed incorrectly. Learn how to exfoliate for healthy, beautiful, glowing skin. Irritation, breakouts, pallor, dullness … these can all be chalked up to improper ...read more
If the term “DIY beauty” makes you think of lackluster concoctions that offer less than optimal results, you are going to love “Hello Glow: 150+ Natural Beauty Recipes for a Fresh New You”. So much more than a recipe book, it gives healthy combinations of simple ingredients ...read more
The holiday season is full of swanky soirees, fancy feasts, and never-ending nights. But once you’ve toddied and shopped ‘til you drop, your skin may begin to show signs of festivity fatigue. Stock up on these healthy skin beauty products to see you through the season, ...read more
Beauty is only skin deep? Not at all! What goes in your body for sure shows up on the outside. Beauty supplements make it easy to get your glow on. Consuming junky foods results in a sallow complexion, premature aging, and breakouts. Naturally, eating healthy keeps skin ...read more
Cool weather has just begun and you may already see a change in your skin. Seasonal skin care switches make a big difference in how skin handles the different climate. Don’t wait until you are duking it out with skin issues, add these winter skin care essentials to your routine ...read more
When we switch from conventional cosmetics and personal care to natural, we tend to go with skincare and baby products first. Makes sense, right? The most delicate skin is on our face and wee ones, so those are a great place to begin. If you’ve yet to swap out for clean body ...read more
Conditioning your hair is an important step. Without it you get stuck with tangles, flyaways, frizz, and other unwanted tress issues. But loading your locks down with harmful synthetic ingredients is not doing your hair any favors. Find out what to look for in healthy natural ...read more
When you think of skin care designed for sensitive skin, you may lean toward super simplistic products. Luxury lines don’t cater to a finicky complexion, right? Leave it to organic beauty brand 100% Pure to come up with a line of skin care built for sensitive skin this is also ...read more
We change what we eat, how we dress, and how we stay active with the seasons. It only makes sense our beauty regimen would change too. But this goes beyond simply using a heavier moisturizer or swapping out your makeup colors. Ayurveda, for instance, sees seasonal change as a ...read more
Having trouble ditching your favorite chemical toothpaste? If you like the look and feel your toxic paste gives but hate the harmful ingredients, fear not. Here’s why you want to make the switch to natural toothpaste, plus an introduction to your new sparkling smile posse. ...read more