‘Fair Trade’ Archive

Spotlight On Olive Oil December 6, 2009 1 Comment

Olives and their related products (oil, pulp, leaf extract) have been used as skin treatments for more than 4,000 years by Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Phoenician beauties. These ancient beauties used olive oil to cleanse and moisturize skin and hair.  Talk about a classic!
Among it’s many benefits, olive oil makes skin look softer and feel [...]

GREEN BEAUTY: The Body Shop Nutriganics Skin Care Line November 5, 2009 1 Comment

Now, this is one skin care line that organic bellezas should be excited about–The Body Shop’s first certified organic Skin Care range.  This line, called Nutriganics, features seven products that are proven to fight the first signs of aging.
These rich and luxurious line verdaderamente pampers the skin.  The products melt into the skin to clean, [...]

THE ESSENTIALS: L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream October 17, 2009 No Comments

Dry, dehydrated hands all over have the world have clapped over L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream.  This cult-favorite is an essential because it delivers serious nourishing power but leaves hands greaseless and smelling delicioso.

This cream me encanta because it makes me feel pampered every time I use it.  I like to use it anytime [...]

GREEN BEAUTY: The Body Shop Camomile Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover October 13, 2009 1 Comment

Who said eco-friendly makeup removers can’t be tough?  One of my favorite ones for the eye area is The Body Shop Camomile Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover.  Although it’s suave on the eyes, it gets rid of long-lasting eye makeup, liquid liner and multiple coats of waterproof mascara without having to rub and tug at [...]

GREEN BEAUTY: Weleda Foot Balm September 24, 2009 7 Comments

If you’re into “green” and socially-responsible products, the Weleda Foot Balm should be a staple in your bathroom cabinet. This foot balm is fantastico year-round and is a nice wake-up call for sleepy feet in the morning or a treat after a long day.
What I like best about this balm is the cooling effect [...]