Green Perfume and Organic Aromatherapy for Men and Women by Nantucket Natural Oils
Natural oils can do wonders for the body and soul, unlike perfumes that contain alcohol and come with a heavy price tag. Nantucket Natural Oils custom creates many products from after shave balm to shampoos that will delight your senses.
Nantucket Natural Oils, The Fragrance Bar, was established in 1983 when John Harding discovered he has the one-in-a-million olfactory equivalent of perfect pitch. He's been sniffing his way to sweet success in the perfume industry ever since. Frustrated by the high alcohol content and short shelf life of most designer scents, the effusive Harding set out to create his own fragrance formula.
We recently tried out a few affordable Nantucket Natural Oils products:
Chill Out Sport Rub:
Cool and refreshing, this rub has anti-inflammatory properties to work deeply and relax over-used muscles while increasing blood flow and boosting energy. Contains menthol, camphor, rosemary oil, eucalyptus oil, sage oil and fir needle. Spots only, do not apply to full body. Nantucket Natural Oil's fine natural-perfumed massage products, appropriate for professional practitioners and personal use, are specially formulated to relieve muscle soreness and tension, while nourishing and softening the skin with vitamins and botanicals.
70% Certified Organic Ingredients. One of the only Organic Massage Lotions on the market, this luxurious lotion provides optimal manipulation of skin and muscles with a smooth glide and lasting workability to both the spa professional and at home user. It is light and silky, yet penetrates slowly to allow for a long lasting,pampering massage experience. Ultra rich emollients - sunflower seed oil and shea butter, plus nourishing Certified Organic aloe, calendula, comfrey and anti-oxidants white tea and vitamin E, replenish and soften skin while protecting it from free radical damage. Unscented, this lotion can easily be customized with a few drops of any Nantucket Natural Oil of your choice for aromatherapeutic benefits.
The One is a warm, oriental floral with modern sensuality. Created for the ultimate diva, The One is at once tempting, modern and glamorous, embracing a touch of classicism.
The top notes radiate a vibrant luminosity, with a sun-touched citrus blend of bergamot and mandarin. Warm fruity notes of luscious lychee and succulent peach add to the delight.
The passionate heart evokes an exploding femininity, with an opulent floral soul comprised of madonna lily, muguet and jasmine, creating a distinct, audacious signature.
An unexpected hint of plum glows as the base finally blooms with the luscious allure of precious vetyver, accentuated with the lasting warmth of vanilla and sweetened ambery-musk tones.
The Chill Out Sport Rub was just what I needed after a hard day of physical labor building a rock wall. It was a relaxing blessing! My Spa Shop is a great place to shop for Nantucket Natural Oils!
1. Alasta™ is and anti-aging compund that helps to improve the skin's elasticity and firmness through its ability to boost machrophage activation, the immune system's first line of defense.
2. inner cheek enhancement, crows feet reduction, arm lift
3. They believe that Beauty can and should be achieved from the Inside Out
4. Anti-aging
5. All the case studies and proven effects of using their unique products.
The following skin recipes comes from the author of Clean Body: The Humble Art of Zen-Cleansing Yourself author Michael Dejong. We reviewed this great little book last month that has all the information you need using only five common ingredients to take care of all your body needs.
Skin Recipes by Michael DeJong, Author of Clean Body:The Humble Art of Zen-Cleansing Yourself
Recipes Mix together equal parts of extra virgin olive oil and salt to create a wonderful skin softener. Mix the two, so that the salt soaks up the olive oil, and then scrub your entire body, head to toe. Expect to be energized as well as exfoliated. Massage the mixture into your body and wash off thoroughly. You'd pay good money for this treatment if you were at a spa!
Cut two lemons into super-skinny slivers. Dribble half a dozen drops of olive oil onto the citrus slices. Give it a toss, and finish with three cups of sea salt. Then, it's hands off while the concoction cures for at least five minutes. Add your citrus dermadip to a hot and steamy bath. Lock the door, put on some soothing music, and submerge yourself into the citrus mix by loosening up and settling down for a long, luxurious, lazy soak. Reappear recharged and revived. You owe yourself this one!
Liberate yourself of dead skin cells with this awesome all-over exfoliator. Blend three quarters of a cup of sea salt or coarse kosher salt, three tablespoons of baking soda, and one-quarter cup of olive oil in a bowl. Jump into a warm-to-hot shower, douse yourself down, dip a washcloth into the mixture, and scrub everything you can reach with the all-over exfoliator. Rinse well. Find your newly revealed, stunningly soft skin sparkling fresh and re-energized.
Every Man Jack has created a line of "all natural" grooming products for men. These products contain no parabens, no phthalates, no dyes, no synthetic fragrances, no sodium lauryl sulfates, and no animal testing.
Will this boost my energy and stamina? Get plenty of rest, eat right and exercise, and you'll be on your way. Speaking of energy, this invigorating spiced pepper body wash will nourish and protect your skin, cleaning deeply to remove your body's dirt and grime. So you feel refreshed, but never dry.
Will this clear up my past? That might be asking a lot. As far as your skin goes, our lotion with maximum strength acne fighting medicine will take care of current breakouts and help prevent future ones. Botanical extracts soothe away irritation and dryness.
Will this help me shed pounds? Only if you count stubble. Meanwhile, this rich gel formula comforts and protects your face for a close shave, while the soothing formula hydrates and heals your skin. Leaving skin looking fresh and healthy. Made for sensitive skin.
Will this make me "The Man?" If you're the only guy in your household, then yes. Meanwhile, our invigorating shampoo + weightless conditioner will gently cleanse and moisturize your hair and scalp, while removing excess oil and build-up. Leaves hair stronger, softer, and healthier. Ideal for daily use.
"The Man" in my household is very sensitive to fragrances in grooming products designed for men,
and he approved of the slight scents in the Every Man Jack products. These products are very affordable (between $5-$10) and available at Target.
Anti-Aging, Sustainable Beauty Products Made with Alasta
Even though I do not consider myself vain, as I approach my late thirties, I have turned to anti-aging, all natural beauty products. Recently, I discovered three products by Sustainable Youth that feature Alasta.
What is Alasta? Alasta comes from the rind of aloe plants and contains immune-stimulatory extracts.
Though its precise pathway has not been charted, based on clinical testing, it is clear that a positive, supportive relationship exists between the use of Alasta™ and the ability to help reduce overall inflammation in the body to help sustain the quality and appearance of youth.
Alasta™ appears to affect the performance of certain immune cells which results in less inflammation. Less inflammation results in less oxidative stress, fewer free radical reactions, and less collagen cross-linking, resulting in increased elasticity and firmness.
These products are clinically proven to increase skins elasticity and firmness up to 72% in just eight weeks. I cannot personally comment on these claims, as I have only been using the products for a week, but I really like the way they make my skin feel. Sustainable Youth products are organic, all natural, and vegan!
Clean Body: The Humble Art of Zen-Cleansing Yourself is an amazing little book about green beauty care. According to author Michael Dejong, you only need five ingredients to take care of you body needs. From cuticle conditioning to toothpaste, everything is contained in this highly organized book.
As with the first book, this is not merely about washing away the dirt: it embodies a mindset, a philosophy, an alternative to mass consumerism. DeJong draws from Eastern belief systems--especially the element theory in Chinese medicine and Asian cooking--and harmoniously balances five pure essentials in his recipes, using baking soda, lemon, olive oil, salt, and white vinegar as the basis for his all-natural concoctions.
Personal hygiene without expensive products: This book will save you money while keeping your body green and clean. Zen philosophy enters the process in drawing our thoughts and actions into all chores, including non-toxic body care. Cleansing with natural ingredients while focusing our minds and senses on how we are one with the universe takes personal care to a Zen level.
Natural Beauty Tips: Protect Your Hair From the Sun
Most people are good about putting Sunscreen Lotion on their skin, but what about your hair? Aveda has just created a line of sun care products for your hair.
Sun Care Hair and Body Cleanser: Gently and effectively removes chlorine and salt while helping to maintain moisture balance. Active natural ingredients are corn-derived chelator, babassu-derived cleansing system, and tamanu oil and certified organic coconut oil to help maintain moisture balance. The tropical aroma is delightful.
Sun Care After-Sun Hair Masque: A cream masque that restores sun-exposed hair, moisturizes, and helps defend against free radicals. Active ingredients are morikue protein, amanu oil, certified organic shea butter, coconut and palm oils moisturize hair; anti-oxidizing blend of green tea extract; certified organic sunflower seed oil, and vitamin E. I love the smell of this product too!
Sun Care Protective Hair Veil: Just spray on damp hair and reapply after swimming to provide up to 16 hour UV defense for your hair. Active ingredients are wintergreen and cinnamon bark oils to help protect hair from sun damage; anti-oxidizing blend of green tea extract, certified organic sunflower seed oil and vitamin E; and certified organic shea butter, coconut and palm oils to condition.
Thanks to Aveda, my hair is going to be healthier this summer. Aveda's Sun Care line would make a great last minute Mother's Day gift too!
Ever wonder what happens to all that hair on the floor after a haircut? Most salons simply throw it away, but Matter of Trust will turn shorn hair into mats used by volunteers for soaking up oil spills.
Here we look at fibers (hair, wool, fur, feathers...). Thousands of salons mail us hair clippings, swept up off their floors, and the fibers are woven into Oil Spill Hair Mats. We all know about shampooing our oily hair, but it took Phill McCrory, a stylist from Alabama, to realize that hair was also an efficient and abundant material for collecting and containing petroleum spills. Salons, barbers, pet groomers, wool farmers, individuals... SEE HOW YOU CAN DONATE HAIR and spread the word.
The mats can be wrung out of oil and reused up to 100 times.
Kiss My Face Natural and Organic Shimmers and Shines for Kissable Lips
Kiss My Face's newest natural, organic products are for your lips! Sheer Organic Shine and Sheer Organic Shimmer are 100% natural, 91% organic, and made from natural minerals. Vitamins A and E help protect and heal your lips, and the colors are beautiful. There are six shades of "glorious glosses" and six "tempting tints". They even contain stevia!
I've been suffering from chapped lips for days, and the Sheer Organic Shine is very soothing and healing. The organic hint of mint or vanilla flavor is delightful, and the shea butter and jojoba oil moisturizing. Of course, since these new lip products are from Kiss My Face, they do not contain parabens, SLS, phthalates, synthetic colors or flavors, animal ingredients or testing.
Aveda Enbrightenment Skin Care Line Improves Skin Cell Clarity
I've just tried Aveda's new Enbrightenment skin care line. These natural beauty products are designed to give your skin more clarity and lighten dark spots. The key ingredients of the Enbrightenment line are vitamin C, glucosamine, brown algae and naturally-derived salicylic acid. The line features:
Enbrightenment brightening cleanser: A gentle facial cleanser that helps lift away impurities and dull surface cells to improve overall skin clarity.
Enbrightenment correcting lotion: Lightweight moisturizing lotion diminishes the appearance of dark spots and helps protect skin.
Enbrightenment brightening correcting serum: This highly targeted treatment contains our most highly concentrated plant-powered brightening blend to diminish the appearance of dark spots and discoloration.
Enbrightenment brightening correcting creme: Intensely moisturizes with organic shea butter and contains ceramide 3 to help strengthen your skin's moisture barrier as brightening components work to diminish the appearance of dark spots.
Enbrightenment brightening intensive massage masque: Bi-weekly intensive treatment massage-in masque with plant-powered brightening blend to diminish the appearance of discoloration and dark spots caused by hyperpigmentation.
April is Earth Month at Aveda. Since 1999, Aveda has raised over $11 million for non-profits like the Greenhouse Network, Clean Air-Cool Planet, Global Greengrants Fund, Chicago Wilderness, Potomac Conservancy, and the Gulf Coast Restoration Network. This year's theme for Earth Month is clean water. Aveda has set a goal of raising $3 million for global and local organizations working to support and preserve clean water.
I love handcrafted beauty products, especially soap and lip balm. Aroha Organics makes by hand wonderful beauty products that are free of toxins and synthetic ingredients. "Aroha" means "love" in Maori, the indigenous language of New Zealand, and I love these products.
Aroha Organics natural soaps and balms is a multi-national husband and wife team located in beautiful Hazelhurst, Wisconsin. Having lived in both New Zealand and America working on organic farms for the past four years we have had the opportunity to live our dream of a more sustainable lifestyle. One of our great experiences was learning how to make traditional soaps and balms. What started as a hobby making high quality moisturizing products for ourselves and friends turned into a desire to sell and to educate others about the benefits of using naturally made soaps and balms and buying hand made products.
Ahora Organics soap is made using a cold process, and the soap base is certified organic. Oils are added using a process called superfatting right before the soap is poured into the molds, which allows the oils to retain their original form for optimum moisturization. All ingredients are sustainably harvested, and Ahora Organics dreams of one day having their own CSA organic farm.
Thank you to everyone for entering this contest, and thank you to Kiss My Face. If you didn't win, I hope you will check out their great Potent & Pure Line.
Great Green Beauty Giveaway: Kiss My Face Potent & Pure Complete Organic Facial Care System
Kiss My Face has graciously given Really Natural a complete set of their new Potent & Pure Line to give away to one of our lucky readers! Potent & Pure is a complete organic facial care system.
The Kiss My Face Potent and Pure facial care system is formulated with the highest quality and most effective ingredients that nature has to offer. We've used only the most potent and pure extracts and organic or wildcrafted botanicals in abundant concentrations, so you'll see the results you expect and more.
This system was created by combining the latest scientific research with beneficial botanicals, vitamins, extracts and minerals that are time tested and true. These are among the cleanest products available, great for sensitive skin and free of ingredients that clog pores. No parabens, phthalates, SLS, artificial colors and fragrances, and not tested on animals.
To enter our Great Green Beauty Giveaway, simply leave a comment to this post that includes your favorite green beauty secret. On, Wednesday, March 18, 2009, a winner will be selected from random from the comments section of this post. One lucky winner will receive a complete set of the Kiss My Face Pure & Potent line including:
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