Saturday, February 14, 2009

Trusted Natural & Organic Skin Care Certification

What products are genuinely organic? What products are genuinely natural? To minimize any confusion and to make things a bit easier, there are internationally recognised certifying bodies who govern the use of the term “certified organic” or “certified natural”.

Only products that meet the strict standards of the organic guidelines are able to display the “Certified Organic” or “Certified Natural” seals. Certifying bodies operate according to strict international standards. The entire process of product development is rigorously monitored beginning with the seed…

* how it is grown
* harvested
* stored
* transported
* processed

Provided each stage is completed according to the international standards then the finished product will display the certified logo.

Click Here for a list of Trusted Natural & Organic Skin Care Certification for your reference:

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Vegan or Animal Cruelty Free Makeup Brushes = Good Karma

Makeup brushes that are non-vegan most probably come from the fur/hair of a squirrel, sable, goat, badger, rabbit or pony. Further more, if the manufacturer doesn’t state clearly that the brushes are “ANIMAL CRUELTY FREE”, then most likely the animal used is caged in horrendous conditions, then tortured and killed in the process.

The fact is that we are now living in an age where we are offered with such an enormous choice of high quality synthetic makeup brushes as a replacement for the old animal processed ones. In my opinion, synthetic brushes are just as good. Advances in technology means that synthetic brushes made from taklon can now achieve the finesse and softness as animal haired brushes. What’s more is that synthetic brushes are easier to clean and longer lasting as I have found it to excellent for applying mineral makeup for a flawless finish. “The reason animal fur has been found to be so effective is because of it’s natural structure. It has little ridges on it that grab the powder and hold it in the brush for easy application. New vegan brushes made with Taklon are made with microscopic pock marks that duplicate natural hair. Giving it the ability to mimic the smooth application of animal fur.”

Click here to read more about the new advanced vegan brushes

What Natural Organic Skin Care Products Are Celebrities Using?

Find out what the top Hollywood celebrities are using to keep their skin youthful, glowing and smooth.

Julianne Moore a Burt’s Bees Supporter

Burt’s Bees and Julianne Moore team up to promote “natural”. Lots of companies claim to be all natural, but when you read the labels (which you must do) the list of scary, crazy chemical ingredients is enough to turn you green - literally and figuratively. Julianne Moore and Burt’s Bees are partnering up to eliminate the need for all that fine print reading and make it easier for us to figure out when products are really all natural. Julianne Moore comes into the picture as part of the activity to raise awareness of this seal. With her glowing, translucent skin and natural beauty, she is the perfect spokesperson for this movement. Burt’s Bees fan Julianne Moore is helping them promote the Natural Seal with the Vote for Natural Campaign.


Click here to find other organic celebrity skin care supporters