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The word “natural” has become a major promotional advertising buzzword used to attract and convince consumers that what’s inside the package is really made of all natural ingredients. However, not all beauty products that supposedly contain organic properties really deliver on what they advertise. So how do you find genuine natural beauty products? Read on to find out more:

 

  1. Check the ingredient list at all times – When you’re at a mall or is in hurry to buy a beauty product, you tend to be impulsive. You just pick the first item that meets the eyes. This is a wrong move. Buying beauty products require great attention. It is important that you check the ingredients and make certain that the components are mostly organic. If not, put it down and consider other products available.
  1. Look into the seal of approval – Natural beauty products always have the 3rd party seal of approval. Such approvals normally come from USDA, Natural Products Association, BDIH if the product comes from Europe and ECOCERT. Seeing one of these seals in your beauty product assures you that the product is certified, screened and tested containing all natural ingredients.
  1. Search for reviews – This may sound effortless, yet searching for reviews of genuine and all natural beauty products in the market would be a tough feat. For one, you have to check if the review is not biased and only contains factual information. Above all, the review shouldn’t come from the manufacturer itself. To chance upon real good and evenhanded reviews, never forget to check out online forums where you will find honest commentaries and views.
  1. Look around your kitchen – If you really want to have natural beauty ingredients, your kitchen should be your next stop. Here, you will find the cheapest moisturizer in the form of an olive oil. The most inexpensive solution to make your face and skin look youthful in the form of ginger and garlic, and a whole lot more. If you will just give your kitchen a tour, you sure will find valuable ingredients perfect for your beauty regimen.
  1. Be open for recommendations – If you’ve already tried all options listed above, your last resort is to try out recommendations from friends and other people whom you trust. They surely tried different beauty products being sold in the market before and could easily recommend an all natural and organic beauty product that really works.
  1. Look for a specialty natural store – Stores like these are considered as general merchandise. Meaning to say, they sell almost all kinds of natural things from food to body and beauty products. Buying all natural and organic beauty products from these stores guarantee consumers of having wider selections of organic products at a cheaper price.

One brand that I highly recommend  is Naturopathica. I’ve used this brand (still do) and you’ll find a variety or organic and natural skincare products that work! They have products for both men and women. Naturopathica products are also designed based on skin type- oily, dry, or aging skin. I’ve only tried their Aloe Cleansing Gel, but that alone has helped control my oily skin. It’s very rich, creamy, and gentle on my skin. It also carries moisturizing properties so it doesn’t overdries!  Oh…and here’s the best part about their products- Vegan, gluten-free and ECOCERT-certified!

Finding a genuine organic beauty product may be a challenge at the beginning of your search, but with your continuous effort to get hold of an all natural product with the help of the selections above, you’ll sooner find one without a doubt.

Disclosure: Please note that this post may contain one or more sponsored links. If you shop using these links, Hot Beauty Health will receive a commission from the store.

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You may already have your go-to purse stocked with an arsenal of your favorite products that you can’t live without on a day-to-day basis, but let’s face it — the hot summer weather often calls for a little swapping to suit the season. A little waterproofing here, some extra odor control there — but just because you’re modifying your beauty routine doesn’t mean you should sacrifice looking and feeling your best! As a result, I’ve rounded up 5 must-have summer products, all made with natural ingredients! Stick to clean, hard-working beauty basics and you’ll have yourself a beautifying “detox” that will bring out the natural beauty in you!

SPF/Moisturizer: Have a moisturizing SPF on hand like Juice Beauty Mineral Sheer Moisturizer with SPF 30. That way you can streamline your skin care routine with one product that will keep your skin moisturized and protected — no need to layer on multiple products!

Waterproof Mascara: Tarte’s Lights, Camera, Splashes Mascara is the good kind of waterproof mascara! In other words, it will stay put while you sweat and swim, instead of simply smudging onto your cheeks and then refusing to come off!

Dry Shampoo: It’s the perfect in-between washes pick-me-up for your locks. Eliminate the need to restyle on a daily basis, which will save you time and spare your locks from heat overload! Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo absorbs dirt and oils and revives volume without drying out your hair!

Lip Balm: Caudalie Lip Conditioner is 99.5% natural, but 100% effective in delivering you smooth, hydrated lips no matter how harsh the sun’s rays! Wear alone to condition and protect all day long, or wear under lipstick for smooth application!

Deodorant: It’s not glamorous, but you can’t do without it this summer! The Healthy Deodorant by LaVanila fights odors while ensuring that your underarms stay smooth and conditioned. Bring on the tanks and bikinis!

- Alex Gambardella

Guest post from my friends at The Find!

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In honor of Earth Day (April 22), test out these eco-friendly beauty products . The eco-beauty market has expanded within the last 3 or 4 years and now eco lovers can choose from a variety of organic beauty products. Today, I’m highlighting some of my favorite organic brands: Korres, Yes to Carrots, Juice Beauty, Josie Maran (I love that her products carry 100 pure argan oil) and several others. If you’re new to the eco-scene, then have fun exploring this list of  beauty products because in today’s market, it’s never been easier to look good while caring about the environment!

Earth Day Beauty Products

  1. C.O. Bigelow Golden Peach Organics Moisturizing Lip Shine- Bathandbodyworks.com, $6.50
  2. Korres Watermelon Body Scrub- Debenhams.com, $19.55
  3. Skin by Monica Dead Sea Clay Mask- Skinbymonica.com, $16.95
  4. Nvey Eco Lip Lustre- Macys.com, $24
  5. L’Occitane Pure 100% Organic Shea Butter- Debenhams.com, $40
  6. Juice Beauty Cleansing Gel- Sephora.com, $22
  7. Frederic Fekkai Au Naturel Conditioner- Saksfifthavenue.com, $23
  8. Tarte Lash Hugger Natural Mascara- Sephora.com, $18

More eco friendly beauty products after the jump…

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5 Natural Fragrances to Wear for Summer

by Diana Ajih on June 29, 2009

in Green Products

We all love to try new scents now and again but choosing the right scent can be difficult and very time consuming.  So after proper searching,  let me introduce to you 5 Eco-Friendly Perfumes that are unique, well-crafted, and with an all natural organic fragrance that are long-lasting.

  • Aveda Ancient Attar Pure-fume Spirit Aroma Spray- “Inspired by the ancient art of Indian attar perfumes, Ancient Attar is created with 100% botanical essential oils, including traditional attar ingredients, rose and sandalwood, creating a modern, feminine aroma.”  (Retail $70)
  • L’Occitane Verbena Harvest Eau De Toilette-  A fresh, captivating scent of Verbena with a rosy mix of geranium and lemon tree. I love the scent of the tropics. It’s great to wear after shower and the perfect summer fragrance. (Retail $46)
  • Demeter Vintage Naturals Patchouli-  A hand-crafted fragrance centered around the scents of patchouli, orange, cardamom, cedar, vetiver, and nutmeg. Made with all natural ingredients with packaging made from recycled materials. (Retail $68)
  • Pacifica Tuscan Blood Orange Solid Perfume- A solid perfume with blends of spicy blood orange, strawberry, raspberry, and juicy mandarin. It’s formulated with natural essential oils, organic soy, and coconut waxes. 100% Vegan! (Retail $9)
  • Ecco Bella Eaus de Parfum-  A fresh, light scent of Lemon Verbena derived from oils of lemon, lemongrass, geranium, and rosemary.  Another great summer-inspired fragrance! (Retail $21.50)

Here’s your chance to win one of these natural fragrances. Two lucky readers will enjoy Pacifica Brazilian Mango Grapefruit Solid Perfume Travel Set. The trio set includes:

  • Brazilian Mango Grapefruit Soy Candle
  • Brazilian Mango Grapefruit Body Butter
  • Brazilian Mango Grapefruit Guava Solid Perfume
  • Matches
  • Beautifully patterned gift box

The giveaway ends July 6th at Midnight. To enter, fill out the entry box below. For rules & regulations, click on the Details tab. Want to increase your odds of winning?

For 1 extra entry- Retweet my giveaway to all your friends on twitter.

RT @caramelsweet6 is giving away a Pacifica Solid Perfume Set to 2 lucky readers, go here to learn how to enter: http://tr.im/q80h

For 3 extra entries- Create a post about my giveaway on your site! (Make sure to leave the link under comments)

CONGRATULATIONS LORI OSMAND AND JASMINE LOVITT, YOU ARE THE WINNERS!

 

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5 Organic Hair Care Products That Work

by Diana Ajih on June 16, 2009

in Green Products

Green is the new black for healthy hair. Today’s consumers look for shampoos and conditioners, with great performance, effectiveness and natural fragrances. With key ingredients that are sulfate-free and silicone -free, one can truly create beautiful hair from organic products. Here are 5 organic hair care products for natural hair.
1. Louise Galvin’s Sacred Locks- Designed by internationally renowned Colorist Louise Galvin. She delivers what women want which is movement, moisture, and shine. All of her products are exceptionally effective and contains no parabens, silicone, sulphates, petrochemicals, synthetic fragrance and polymers.


2. LUSH Jasmin & Henna Fluff-Eaze Hair Treatment- I’ve always been a fan of LUSH Cosmetics. Their soaps, lotions, and haircare all contains natural and organic ingredients. LUSH Jasmin & Henna Fluff-Eaze Hair Treatment is a popular product right now that moisturizes dry, fluffy hair leaving it shiny, smooth, and gorgeous. It nourishes from root to tip and tames out-of-control hair. This is one of my favorites at the moment.


3. Pureology Hydrate to Make a Difference Set- Known for delivering superb results on hair. The hair care line hydrates and conditions with even the driest of hair. What I love most about this line is how much they promote sustainability. Pureology is now promoting limited-edition “Hydrate to Make a Difference “set which includes Hydrate shampoo, Hydrate conditioner, a travel-size Root Lift Spray Mousse in a complimentary eco-tote made from recycled products.


4. Saaf Organic Enriching Hair Oil- Perfect for dry scalp sufferers. This hair oil promises to condition, strengthen, and shine while getting rid of split ends and dandruff in one go. Sounds like a magic potion. It indeed is and this eco-friendly elixir can be used for daily use or twice a week for the ultimate conditioning.


5. Hamadi Honey Soymilk Hair Wash- This volumizing shampoo is perfect for limp and lifeless hair. It’s infused with essential oils of ylang-ylang and guaiac, with honey to add texture and soy milk to nourish your tresses. It’s a great organic line and your hair will stay happy!

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