As the news of the usage of pesticides and insecticides grows, we become more aware that nearly everyone stands a chance of exposure through food, water, and the very act of breathing. What most of us do not know is that we may even dress ourselves in them everyday – that the very act of putting on your favorite outfit could contribute indirectly to the deaths of thousands of individuals each year.
Organic aloe vera holds a special place in history… and at face naturals, where we use it in a diverse collection of our signature products. You can find aloe vera in a variety of other products – both in skin-care and food products – in most grocery stores around the nation. In fact, most people have some familiarity with aloe vera, due to its common usage in sunburn treatment. But what else makes this ingredient stand out on its own for face naturals? We give you the details about the broad spectrum of benefits that aloe vera offers, and how we use it in our products.
Featured in seven of our signature formulas, organic rosehip seed oil has been deemed the new ‘coconut oil,’ as far as providing such an astounding array of varying benefits to the body. Available in oil form, oral supplements, and a vast combination of skin-care products, this ingredient earned its highlight through its broad spectrum of uses and abilities. Used by professional models, aestheticians, and naturopathic clinicians alike, this is an ingredient worth delving into and discovering.
Argan oil – the secret ingredient that nature provided to the world – works mysterious wonders on the body. Hailed as one of the best cosmetic and health oils available on the market, argan oil makes astounding appearances in a few of your favorite face naturals products. Harvested from the nuts of the rare and valued argan trees in Morocco, argan oil lays claim to the title of being one of the most effective ingredients available in skin-care. The argan tree itself is impressive because it easily outlives the olive tree – with no cultivation needed to support its growth.
Along with the cold weather comes the onslaught of contagion and sickness, where germs breed in schools, at work, and even within the safety of our own homes! With all the hand sanitizers, disinfectants, and other chemically concocted cleaning products beckoning from the store shelves, you might have a hard time trying to find items that not only work to kill the microbes that can make us sick, but also let you stay healthy – without invading your breathing space with carcinogens.
Whether it is a grandparent, parent, yourself, or another loved one, Alzheimer’s disease can directly affect the lives of many individuals. When we start seeing the small signs – slippage of memory, irritability, or loosing small things like car keys or glasses consistently – we know it is only a matter of time before the diagnosis removes all doubt. Alzheimer’s can cause painful changes to take place in the lives of those who struggle with it, and those who struggle to take care of the stricken.
Each year, millions of Americans gather around the television in their living rooms to watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade, with massive floats and marching bands. Mothers, grandmothers, and aunts often gather in the kitchen to cook, share recipe secrets, and prepare a feast. Children set the tables, and snack on unattended dishes. Fathers and uncles collectively discuss the football games they will watch after the banquet. Everyone gathers in front of the fire place for a family photo just before saying a prayer, and sitting down to eat.
Dry eyes are a common condition that irritates many Americans all over the country. Many know it by the uncomfortable sensations it causes, including an itchy, burning feeling on the eyes. Others know it from what they see in others: excess mucus excreted from the eyes, or the redness that often comes with the condition.
The holidays have arrived! Many families get together to decorate the house with tinsel, shiny round ornaments, nativities, and statues of Santa Clause. People light aromatic candles to make the atmosphere smell like Christmas, and bake cookies to dip in the hot beverages that we enjoy to keep the chill from getting into our bones. You may wonder how to get the kids together for a fun, festive evening filled with the warm glow of the Christmas spirit. We have a few suggestions that everyone might enjoy.
The peppermint plant is a hybrid cross between watermint and it’s green cousin, spearmint. While indigenous to Europe and the Middle East, the peppermint plant is currently widespread in several regions of the world. It’s harvested wild (wildcrafted), organically (our recommendation), or treated with chemical pesticides to ward of plant destroying invaders.
Many of us have heard the terms ‘lymph,’ ‘lymph nodes,’ or lymphatic.’ However, few people actually know what these terms mean, or understand how they function within our bodies. The lymphatic system is a highly important part of your body’s overall immune system, and serves as a defense against toxins and waste that enter our bodies. As a subset of the circulatory system, it also plays an important role in nourishment as well.
Lips – one of the most expressive and telling features on our faces – can often make or break our natural look. Each pair of lips varies, with some people priding themselves on pillow-plush lips, and others speaking through full, but smaller lips. We use them to speak, to smile, to express ourselves in unique but universal ways. But did you know that your lips can kiss and tell you a thing or two about your health?
A lot of news buzz surrounds the labeling of organic and non-GMO products both on the market and in skin-care. Health bloggers, magazines, and other publications consistently highlight the importance of making careful selections of foodstuffs bearing the labels that signify the lack of GMOs and chemical pesticides. Amidst all the headlines, hashtags, and hot topics regarding organic and non-GMO foods, much confusion arises regarding the differences between the two labels from the USDA Organic Certification and the Non-GMO Project Verification.
Your momma always said “eat your veggies”. Healthy words of wisdom we should have obeyed. When you hear the word ‘malnutrition,’ what comes to mind? Third world countries with rail-thin people? Eating disorders like anorexia? Starvation? While all of these associations do coincide with malnutrition, the term extends beyond a lack of food and the poverty line. Believe it or not, the United States of America has a big problem with malnutrition – and by big we mean super-sized. However, thin, fragile-looking bodies do not accurately portray the bloated issue.
Organic tea tree essential oil started climbing the charts as a favorite for at-home skin treatment during the 1770s, when a British explorer braving the unknown in Australia saw aboriginal people brewing the plants’ leaves to make tea. It did not go out of style with the passing of time, gaining instead popularity when Arthur Penfold, an Australian chemist, first documented the many uses and benefits of tea tree oil in a collection of papers that circulated world-wide. Knowledge grew, as did usage, and organic tea tree essential oil became more popular and en vogue with the years.
