During the winter months I don't really think much about my feet. They're wrapped up nice and cozy in thick socks and sturdy (yet cute) boots. As long as they get me where I want to go, that's enough for me. But then the flowers start to bud, the days get warmer and department stores begin to showcase the latest trends in sandals. At that point I force myself to take a good hard look at my feet. And I realize how much tender loving care they actually need. Sound familiar? Well then kick off your boots and prepare to pamper. You're only a few minutes away from sandal-worthy feet and toes. Continued...
Sophtyo’s brand tagline is “Not all organic skin care products are created equal.” And I couldn’t agree more. In fact, it’s something that I often discuss to anyone willing to listen. You can slap an organic label onto something, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s made from the best stuff available. So when a brand share’s my organic ideals, I know its worth further investigation. Sophtyo is the world’s first professional grade certified organic skincare range licensed by the UK Soil Association. With an average of 95% certified organic ingredients, the products are specially formulated to be healthy for the body and the environment. Plus, what I think is really cool and unusual, is that the products have a three-year long shelf life unopened without any unnatural preservatives whatsoever! Intrigued and anxious to learn more, I went to the source: Sophtyo founder Karen Sinclair Drake: Continued...
Who doesn't adore a great pair of jeans? They work just as easily digging up weeds in the backyard as they do dressed up on a Saturday night. Even more important-they're comfortable. So when I discovered it was possible to buy organic denim, I couldn't wait to start exploring all of the options. After all, the plants cultivated to make denim (usually cotton) can be loaded with just as much pesticides as the lettuce and carrots in your local supermarket. Which means, although they may make your thighs look amazing, conventional jeans can be harmful to the environment. I was surprised at the number of choices I actually have when it comes to organic denim (and not just with brands, but with style as well). From small boutique brands to a denim legend, it seems everyone is getting into an organic state of mind. Here are my favorites. Continued...
We are constantly purchasing and repurchasing electronics, and one of the most purchased is the cell phone. Between all of the daily abuse a cell phone gets (I can't tell you how many times mine has dropped to the ground) and the emergence of 'newer!' 'fancier!' 'better!' phones, chances are you're replacing yours at least every two years. But did you ever stop to think about what happens from there? They usually get tossed in landfills where the phones may leak mercury, lead, cadmium, arsenic and other toxic substances into a local water supply. If they get incinerated then the same substances are put into the air. And according to Collective Good, there are currently more than 750 million cell phones hanging around in the trash or sitting in drawers. And every year another 150 million or more will get added to that list. Continued...
In a society obsessed with aging-or not aging as the case may be-chances are you're already slathering plenty of sunscreen, moisturizer and anti-aging products on your face. But even if your face looks 10 years younger than the number revealed on your drivers license, your neck, chest and hands will always give away your real age. That is, unless you give those parts a little attention too. Sure I know what you'll say. you barely have time to give your face attention. But trust me, pampering these other parts will pay off big in the long run. Continued...
I'm not usually one to judge a skincare product solely based on its scent. That's like purchasing a novel just because you're partial to the cover art. But sometimes a really intriguing cover can lead to an unexpectedly unforgettable read. And the same goes with Suzanne aux bains. Regenerating Night Treatment. I was first drawn to the smell. The light, delicate combination of Wild Chamomile, Incense and Lavender essential oils is just simply divine-not to mention ultra nourishing. It really is the sort of scent you want to fall sleep to. Continued...
We just keep building. Trees, grass and everything green are all consistently being bulldozed down to make room for condos, superstores and parking lots. It's a sad phenomenon that's turning our society into one of glass and steel. Luckily, a somewhat new idea is catching hold and buildings all over the world are topping their facades with green roofs. And when I say green, I literally mean green. as in grass. Continued...
Now that you've mastered massage oils, it's time to try your hand at creating your own perfume oil. (Click here to read Aromatherapy 202, or click here to read Aromatherapy 101.) Now I know it may sound crazy and complicated, but it really doesn't have to be. Plus, what I love about making your own perfume is that you control the quality of the ingredients and you know exactly what you're putting on your skin, drop by drop. Pure perfume oils are great because they're seriously potent and long lasting. Just a dab at the wrists, neck and other pulse points will leave you fabulously scented for hours. Continued...
Natalie has been a part of Hollywood's A-list for so long that it's hard to believe she's only 27. But unlike many of her celebrity peers, Natalie isn't making tabloid news for running amok. As a teen, instead of partying and taking advantage of her celebrity stature, Natalie decided to go to Harvard. Many in the industry believed it was a bad decision. But Natalie was quoted at the time saying, "I'd rather be smart than a movie star." Oh and how smart she is! A few years later Natalie has proved them wrong, as her acting career is still going strong. And in between films, the Oscar-nominated actress dedicates her time to causes that no doubt help make the world a better place. Continued...
