Just by getting into the habit of washing your hands regularly you can help prevent the spread of germs and cut your chances of catching flu this winter. With the return of the swine flu, it has never been more important to wash your hands and ensure personal hygiene than now.
Lush's antibacterial 13 Soap (£3.60 for 100g) is a powerful herbal concoction that will eliminate all manner of germs without the use of harmful chemicals or alcohol.
Initially designed for nurses who kept coming into our shops looking for soap with oregano in, as they had heard it helps combat the spread of MRSA. 13 Soap combines oregano and antibacterial rose to help keep hands bacteria free. There's also a blend of antiseptic Manuka honey, circulation boosting geranium oil and soothing rose absolute to leave your hands squeaky clean, soft and delicately scented.
Oregano oil is the special ingredient as it has exceptional antibacterial qualities. It can also work to deodorise the skin, keeping nasty odours at bay. The most effective way to keep hands clean is to wash them frequently and thoroughly with a bar of soap and water. Research has shown that 10 seconds of washing hands is enough to remove microbes. This is because the mechanical action of rubbing a bar of soap on hands helps to rinse viruses and bugs down the drain.
Liquid soap is less effective than a bar of soap at removing bugs. Liquid soap itself may be contaminated from the air drawn into it through the container pump, or the preservative system may fail. Soap is an alkaline solid medium, which cannot support microbial growth and doesn't need a plastic container.
To pick up these and many more ethical, cruelty free cosmetics visit Lush shops nationwide.
It is very important that we as consumers start to look at the products that we buy and the impact that they have on our health and the environment. Natural organic cosmetics have made a big comeback over the last decade and with the huge range of quality products on offer it is definitely worth considering. Celebrities have the ability to generate a lot of interest in new products and with the amount of exposure that they receive the beauty products that they use and their beauty secrets are always sought after.
Who would not want to look as beautiful and composed as a female celebrity? A lot of female celebrities have started to use and promote natural organic cosmetics and they are taking a stand against products that have a negative impact on the environment and your health. In this article we will take a look at the celebrities that have started to use natural organic beauty products and the products that they are using.
Natural Organic Cosmetic Products and Celebrity Users:
- Juice Beauty Products:
Juice Beauty products have a strong celebrity following and popular TV shows including The Sopranos and CSI Miami use them on set. Celebrities using their products include Ashley Judd, Madonna, Cindy Crawford and Cameron Diaz.
- Weleda Products:
Weleda is a well known and trusted beauty product brand with a whole range of natural and organic beauty products. Weleda products have a strong celebrity following and users include Sophie Ward, Brooke Shields, Winona Ryder and Helena Christiansen.
- Dr. Hauschka Products:
The excellent range of Dr Hauschka beauty products are receiving rave reviews from a number of celebrities. Famous celebrities that use Dr Hauschka products include Mira Sorvino, Uma Therman, Cher, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna.
- Suki Products:
Suki Kramer launched her range of natural organic beauty products in 2002 and Suki products have become extremely popular since. Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson use Suki products and the Suki range of products were also featured at the Sundance Film Festival.
- Nvey Eco Products:
Nvey Eco is a range of certified organic beauty products that are manufactured in Australia. The products are available worldwide and have a strong following. Hillary Duff publically endorses the Nvey Eco product range and she loves the organic lipstick according to media reports.
Well known and popular Hollywood starts and models clearly endorse and use natural organic cosmetics. Julianne Moore is a spokes person for Burt's Bees, an all natural and organic make up and organic body care range. Sarah Jessica Parker supports the John Masters Organics Salon, a salon providing only truly natural and organic hair care. Natural organic cosmetics, organic body care and organic hair care products are here to stay and it is an effective alternative to beauty products that contains dangerous chemicals or synthetic ingredients.
There are many different ways to create the sleek, shiny look of pin straight hair. Here is a review of the top ten methods of straightening hair, in no particular order. You will read here about hair strengtheners, hair straightening products and it will be easier for you to choose your hair straightening method.
- Shampoo and Conditioner: There are many shampoos and conditioners on the market today to help encourage your hair to straighten, but most need to be used in conjunction with another product. Be sure to look for products that can help protect your hair from the heat of blow drying or ironing, and choose a very good conditioner.
- Silicone Serum: Adding a touch of silicone serum will give your hair extra shine, but be careful, as a little bit goes a long way.
- Blow Dry Straight: Blowing drying is an effective way to straighten your hair, but it must be used with a protective product and you should use a weekly conditioning treatment to keep your hair healthy. Remember that heat is not as important as a good strong air flow.
- Ion Conditioning Blow Dryers: A new concept in blow drying hair, these blow dryers send negative ions to the hair, replacing moisture and protecting the hair, while also cutting down drying time.
- Straightening balm: Usually used in conjunction with blow drying or ironing, a straightening balm can help cut down on frizz, especially in humid weather, and protect dry hair.
- Chemical Strengtheners: Chemical strengtheners should always be applied by a professional, as everyone’s hair is different. The good news is that chemical strengtheners can keep the hair straight for up to six months, but the hair needs a great deal of conditioning, blow dryers should be used sparingly, and adding colour could damage the hair.
- Thermal Reconditioning: This new procedure, which was developed in Japan, is a permanent way to straighten hair, and is good for all types of hair. The downside is that it takes a very long time and can be very expensive.
- Ceramic Hair Strengtheners: Hair irons that have ceramic plates have extremely smooth surfaces usually have no edges that will catch the hair, and heat up very quickly, in around thirty seconds.
- Titanium Hair Strengtheners: Hair irons with titanium plates infuse the hair with negative ions which help protect the hair and helps prevent coloured hair from fading.
- Steam Hair Strengtheners: Steam is an effective way to straighten hair, but beware of badly made products that will eventually break down or cause hot water to spill on you as you iron your hair.
One of the main causes of consternation among women is the dreaded 'C' word - Cellulite. Current thinking on the causes of cellulite - which presents as dimply fat pockets - are genes, hormones, poor circulation, weak connective tissue, poor lymphatic drainage, sedentary lifestyle and poor diet.
Armed with knowledge of what women want to help beat this condition, Fushi has launched its Really Good Cellulite Oil. Diet and exercise are obvious changes to make to one's lifestyle, but it takes hard work to be fabulous and with cellulite, it also takes the other c word - commitment. Coupled with a really good cellulite treatment - enter Fushi's Really Good Cellulite Oil.
Incorporating Fushi's exclusive new infusing technology, Really Good Cellulite Oil is a potent blend of effective, stimulating and circulation-enhancing ingredients. Gotu Kola, one of the super herbs and known for its superb circulatory benefits, is present at triple strength, and is combined with stimulating, diuretic green coffee, vitamin-rich, nourishing Wheatgerm oil, vitamin E, detoxifying sweet birch and refreshing, cleansing grapefruit essential oil.
According to Rick Hay, Fushi's Nutrition and Lifestyle Expert, "To effectively tackle cellulite, you need to boost the metabolic processes so that you really engage the body's lymphatic and other fat metabolising systems to efficiently eliminate excess fats, toxins and waste at a cellular level. This action helps reduce extra pressure on the skin's connective tissue, which is weakened allowing the pockets of fatty deposits to collect as cellulite.
Fushi's combination of cellulite-busting extracts and circulatory stimulating oils, exclusive to Really Good Cellulite Oil, enhance lymphatic drainage. In particular, the lipid (fat) metabolising properties of CGA (Chlorogenic Acid) found in the green coffee bean extract, and the collagen boosting properties of the Ayuvedic herb, gotu kola which helps strengthen the connective tissue, are the stand out ingredients in this innovative cellulite beating formula. "
One year in development, Fushi's Really Good Cellulite Oil has been vigorously tested on its expert panel. In addition, Really Good Cellulite Oil together with regular body brushing is easy to incorporate in your daily ablutions to tackle cellulite and improve circulation, lymphatic drainage and the appearance of your skin.
Fushi's 'Really Good Cellulite Oil' retails at £.19.95.
Fushi's body care products are free from Parabens, Petrochemicals, SLS, PEGs and synthetics.
SpaRitual has released its Truth Spring 2011 Collection of nail lacquers which includes:
Knowledge is power - Bold pink berry crème
Through every life experience and each person you encounter, is how you truly awaken. Knowledge of self is discovered over time.
Reveal Yourself - Light petal pink crème
The essence of who you are is revealed when you look deep within yourself. Let your spirit child reveal herself. The truth will set you free.
Circle of Life - Electric Blue Crème
There is no beginning and no end. Acknowledge and embrace the various phases of your life. Everything is a constant flow of infinite energy.
Enlightened Soul - Solar Sun Crème
Welcome the endless flow of love into your life. Remove the blockages. Feel with your heart and see with your soul. Fear nothing. Search deep within and become one with yourself.
Eye of the Beholder - Anjou Pear Crème
In your eyes, you behold the truth. The beauty you can see is only yours to perceive. Be conscious of all that is around you and discover your own truth.
Face of Destiny - Warm coral crème
You are the manifestation of what you choose to create in your life. The universe is here to grant your desires. Open yourself to positive flowing energy. Believe, expect and embrace your destiny.
Truth Collection 12 Piece Display, Code: 81218, £44.95 + VAT
Truth Collection 4 Piece Display, Code: 88811, £15.95 + VAT
The SpaRitual Truth Collection is displayed on their signature 12 piece lacquered wood tray. Keep your wood tray as a permanent part of your salon and spa décor. The tray contains no glues and may be composted, or recycled with paper products.
As with all SpaRitual lacquers, these new shades are vegan and free of DBP, Toluene and Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde resin. Each nail lacquer includes their sleek patented Plum Cap allowing effortless opening of the bottle and a non-slip grip while applying lacquer.
- Weleda's Birch Cellulite Oil is specially formulated to tone and firm skin
- Revita-EPS Eyelash Growth Stimulator looks completely natural
- Footkiss Callus Removal Kit leaves your feet smooth, beautifully pedicured and looking gorgeous
- Learn how to make and use Organic Essential oils at Organic Aromatherapy workshop in France
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