For most of the population deodorant is a regular part of our daily personal hygiene and skin care routine.  Everyone wants to smell great all day, but for those who don’t like using products with lots of chemical ingredients the mainstream brands of deodorants are not a very desirable option.
I just received samples of Crystal deodorants from The Vitamin Shoppe, and I am excited to share information about this natural skin care option!  If you value keeping your body in tune with nature, you are probably opposed to the idea of an antiperspirant (do you think that sweating is a …read more

With the seasons changing, it might be time to try something new – since getting a little sun gives you a good excuse to splurge. That being said…how well is your concealer working for you these days?
Fresh has a luxurious Umbrian Clay Absolute Concealer that stays light on your skin while covering up those dark circles most of us battle. Each little tube contains porphyridium cruentum, a micro-algae extract, that provides added hydration. And the main ingredient, Umbrian Clay, is key to refining your skin, absorbing toxins, eliminating dead cells, and combating clogged pores. That’s one powerful ingredient.
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When the weather heats up, your makeup should get a little lighter and more natural. Instead of deep lip color and dark liner, select shades that complement and enhance your coloring, naturally.
If you are looking for a makeup kit that has everything you need in terms of natural colors this spring, check out the Bare Escentuals Free To BE: Naturally Classic collection. With this set, you can create natural eyes, accentuate your cheekbones and gloss you lips.
A $61 value, this collection is priced at just $39.50 at Sephora. Inside the classic bronze clutch bag, you will find:
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Natural luxury skincare line, SKIN1, has launched their line of unique skincare solutions on Dermstore.com. San Diego based pharmacist, Dr. Gram has developed specific compounds that bring together organic and pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.
Dr. Gram’s signature complex addresses inflammation from the root – instead of just treating the surface level issues, he targets the real cause without aggravating the skin.
From Dr. Gram:
“Over the years I have developed many skincare formulations for pharmacy clients and my wife, including during her pregnancy, crafting all with the utmost love, care, and compassion. Never once did I compromise on quality,” said Dr. Gram. “The opportunity …read more

I recently got a chance to try out Nubar’s Skin Essentials Pomegranate Delight lotion. The first thing you need to know is that all of Nubar’s lotions are paraben-free. If you don’t have much trouble with sensitive skin, consider yourself lucky. There’s nothing more frustrating than having dry skin and knowing that borrowing a cheap lotion from a friend is going to make things worse rather than better. Parabens are a known carcinogenic, which is scientific speak for “really not good for you”. Ingredients like methylparaben, propylparaben, isoparaben, or butylparaben have been found to be potentially dangerous. What you have …read more