Friday, February 26, 2016

SpaRitual Nail Lacquer in 'Caring' – such a beautiful 5-free nail polish!

SpaRitual Nail Lacquer in 'Caring': 5-free nail polish by SpaRitual. It's a perfect, healthier replacement for China Glaze's popular nail color 'For Audrey' (check out the last picture below for a comparison of 'Caring' and 'For Audrey'!) :

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SpaRitual Nail Lacquer in 'Caring': 5-free nail polish by SpaRitual. It's a perfect, healthier replacement for China Glaze's popular nail color 'For Audrey'.
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AND... this nail color matches my sunglasses perfectly too!!!
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SpaRitual’s 2016 Spring Collection “Nurture”, offers six fantastic, brand new nail colors! Pictured above on the nails is one of those lovely new releases – the nail color ‘Caring’. I was so happy to find this beautiful, bright and unique nail color because it’s a perfect replacement for China Glaze’s ‘For Audrey’, which had previously been a favorite nail color of mine, before I turned to green and clean cosmetics. This color is actually even prettier than ‘For Audrey’ because it’s slightly brighter (see a comparison of these two nail polishes above).

‘Caring’ is a gorgeous turquoise green, with no shimmer, and with lots of shine. This nail lacquer lasts! With three coats and no base or top coat, this polish lasted a full six days, without chipping, until I actually went ahead and removed it to switch my nail look. That’s pretty impressive, and it may be the longest lasting polish I have ever used. For something this pigmented, you definitely notice chipping, so I was very surprised at the longevity of ‘Caring’!

SpaRitual consistently formulates healthier, 5-free nail lacquer that is just as, if not more, effective than other popular nail polish brands that DO formulate polishes containing nasty, toxic and carcinogenic chemicals. So what does 5-free mean exactly? SpaRitual’s nail polish formulas are always free of DBP, toluene, camphor, formaldehyde and formaldehyde resin, all of which are known toxins to the human body. Instead, the good folks at SpaRitual choose responsible and safer ingredients, but without sacrificing quality and effectiveness. For this reason, SpaRitual is a favorite brand at holistic and green spas around the world, and was the 2014 Winner of the American Spa Professional’s Choice Awards.

For more information about SpaRitual's 2016 Spring Collection, visit the SpaRitual Website.

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Nail polish that Wicked should endorse - 'Destiny' by SpaRitual

Yes, I do mean the Broadway musical Wicked, and they really should endorse this 5-free glitter nail polish! It's not for everyone, but if you like all things green, you gotta check this nail polish out! Check out the review below:



 

'Destiny' Glitter 5-free nail polish by SpaRitual. Remind anyone of Elphaba, the green witch from Wicked?

Yes, I do mean the Broadway musical Wicked, and they really should endorse this nail polish! I have no doubt in my mind that Elphaba (she's the green witch) would pick this nail polish as her trademark nail polish - I mean - just look at it! For those of you who aren't as enthused about this whole Wicked connection I'm making, let me just get to the point: today's feature is SpaRitual's 5-free glitter nail polish in 'Destiny'.

Glitter nail polish is super fun for anyone who likes to make their nails look bedazzled and blinged-up. Glittery or chunky nail polish is also a great alternative to jewelry! But it’s also important to know that a healthier nail polish brand, SpaRitual, that formulates 5-free nail polishes (free of DBP, toluene, camphor, formaldehyde and formaldehyde resin), makes some of the best glitter and chunky nail polishes on the market.

‘Destiny’ by SpaRitual, pictured above, is a glittery green polish with lots of different-sized and different-colored speckles of glitter throughout. Because of the various speckles in this polish, a 2 or 3 coat application is best for maximum bling results and maximum light interference! The life of the nail polish job is also prolonged if you use a base and top coat (try SpaRitual’s Multi-Tasker base and top coat), however SpaRitual’s high quality nail lacquers are actually fairly long-lasting without the need for base or top coats. It’s no surprise that SpaRitual was the 2014 winner of the American Spa Professional’s Choice Awards.


Now, if green glitter nail polish isn't your thing, SpaRitual offers an enormous array of different colors and textures in their nail polish collections. For more information on SpaRitual’s vegan and green beauty line, check out the SpaRitual website. Stay tuned to this blog for more upcoming features on this luxurious and effective natural cosmetics brand – and other green beauty brands as well!

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Body wash over bar soap? Lather up vegan, organic & biodegradable with SpaRitual!

SpaRitual, a green beauty brand, has released a fantastic limited edition Yuzu Rose collection! Featured today is SpaRitual's luxurious Yuzu Rose Body Wash, which is made from 75% organic ingredients, is responsibly sourced, and is biodegradable, vegan, and free of synthetic dyes, parabens, phenoxyethanol and petrochemicals! 



SpaRitual, a green beauty brand, has released a fantastic limited edition Yuzu Rose collection! Featured today is SpaRitual's luxurious Yuzu Rose Body Wash, which is made from 75% organic ingredients, is responsibly sourced, and is biodegradable, vegan, and free of synthetic dyes, parabens, phenoxyethanol and petrochemicals! With a rose-inspired scent that, through its sexy muskiness, is both feminine and masculine, it’s a perfect body wash for anyone who is in need of a little skin treat!

SpaRitual’s body wash is light-weight and clear in appearance, but lathers finely and abundantly. A little goes a long way, invigorating the latherer with a subtle rose essence. And it really is a gentle scent (no irritating overblown fragrance in this body wash!), so it's perfect for those who are sensitive to strong smells.

This body wash is also very hydrating, and doesn’t require the user to follow up with lotion, except, of course, for instances of very dry skin, where one might need some extra moisture. Truly hydrating body washes, such as this one, are wonderful for those who are in a hurry after showering. This body wash definitely follows SpaRitual’s moto: “Slow Beauty for a Fast World”!


More information about SpaRitual’s limited edition Yuzu Rose collection, and SpaRitual’s other amazing products, can be found on the SpaRitual Website. SpaRitual is perhaps most well known for their healthier, alternative, 5-free nail polish, but the vegan and green beauty brand formulates excellent body care products as well, which are well worth a try for any green beauty lover! Stay tuned to this blog for more upcoming articles featuring SpaRitual and other green beauty products!

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Discover the scents of naturally-derived Acorelle perfumes via this delectable sample pack!

Acorelle is a French green beauty brand that has been formulating non-synthetic perfume products since 2005. The perfume formulas are also 90 % organic, and free of animal cruelty, synthetic chemicals, artificial colors and phthalates. Acorelle offers a delicious Discovery Sample Pack, that includes 9 of their amazing naturally-derived fragrances! Continue reading below for the full review:




Discover the scents of Acorelle perfumes via this delectable sample pack: 9 naturally-derived fragrances, each with its own aromatherapy benefits

If you have been following this blog, you'll know by now that recently I have been obsessed with Acorelle perfumes, and for good reason! Acorelle is a French green beauty brand that has been formulating non-synthetic perfume products since 2005. The brand relies solely on naturally-derived fragrances to create their perfumes, and the formulas are also 90 % organic, and free of animal cruelty, synthetic chemicals, artificial colors and phthalates.

So, perhaps I have you interested in this fantastic brand, but you don’t know which scent to start with… well, Acorelle has a remedy for that, because the brand offers a delicious sample pack of 9 different perfumes (pictured above). When I say ‘delicious’, I really mean that – these perfumes are so wonderful! They have great lasting power and great aromatherapy benefits, since each of the 9 perfumes is derived from essential oils.

Acorelle divides their perfumes’ scent profiles into three main categories: energizing, balancing and soothing (based on aromatherapy benefits). Acorelle’s perfume discovery pack includes the “energizing” scents of Pure PatchouliLand of Cedar, and Tea Garden; the “balancing” scents of Silky RoseAbsolute Tiare (Tahitian Gardenia) and Vanilla Blossom; and, the “soothing” scents of Lotus DreamDivine Orchid and Citrus Infusion (Neroli).

It’s very difficult to choose a favorite scent in this discovery pack because Acorelle does a superior job with making each scent so delectable. Each has its own character and therapeutic effects! I think most people would love them all too! Perhaps my personal favorite is the Divine Orchid perfume because it’s very unique, sweet and uplifting.

For those of you who are sensitive to perfumes, Acorelle is a fantastic brand to try because the perfumes are gentle and do not contain irritating chemicals, most often found in popular brand name perfumes (and it’s high time those synthetic and chemical-rich brand products stop doing so well on the market!).

Check out the Acorelle website to read more about this amazing green beauty brand and to see what other products they offer. Acorelle perfumes are currently available in the United States at Whole Foods markets.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Shine On - a gorgeous, lightweight, and natural lip gloss by SpaRitual!

SpaRitual’s limited edition Yuzu Rose collection features a set of four wonderful lip glosses, and they are well worth a try for any #greenbeauty lippie lover! Today’s feature is the deep plum shade ‘Shine On’:

Above: Showing the high shine and deep plum quality of the shade!

SpaRitual’s ‘Shine On’ biodegradable & vegan lip gloss leaves lips with silky-soft veil of moisture & super glossy shine - 1 of 4 lip glosses in SpaRitual’s limited edition Yuzu Rose collection. Also wearing SpaRitual Glitter nail polish in 'Beyond'.

SpaRitual’s limited edition Yuzu Rose collection features a set of four wonderful lip glosses, and they are well worth a try for any green beauty lippie lover! Today’s feature is the deep plum shade ‘Shine On’, pictured above. And if you’re also wondering about the awesome, super fun nail polish in the picture – well, that’s also a SpaRitual product. It’s their fantastic ‘Beyond’ nail color from the brand’s wide array of glittery nail polish options!

SpaRitual’s ‘Shine On’ biodegradable and vegan lip gloss leaves lips with a silky-soft veil of moisture and a super glossy shine. It also smells really nice (like roses!), and is formulated without gluten, synthetic fragrances, parabens, phenoxyethanol or petrochemicals.

‘Shine On’ is a gorgeous plum color that sits so lightly on the lips, it may very well be the lightest lip gloss I have tried. But despite being lightweight, the color payoff is fantastic and the lasting power is great too! The deep berry shade sinks into the lips a bit after about an hour or two of wear, leaving a lovely and even, gentle plum stain.

SpaRitual is a green beauty brand dedicated to formulating products that are vegan, biodegradable, ethically sourced, and free of gluten, fragrances, parabens and petrochemicals. SpaRitual is perhaps most well-known for its nail polishes, which are a favorite at green or holistic nail salons across the country. But SpaRitual’s body and lip products are also fantastic!


Stay tuned to this blog for more upcoming articles and reviews on SpaRitual’s 2016 Spring collection, Nurture, and SpaRitual’s limited edition Yuzu Rose collection! Check out the SpaRitual website for more information on this awesome natural brand!

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Have a lemongrass riot with a new favorite natural deodorant by Rustic Maka!

New favorite natural, aluminum-free deodorant! Rustic Maka Pachy Deodorant in 'Citrus Gardens', baking soda free:


Rustic Maka Pachy Deodorant in 'Citrus Gardens', baking soda free

Today’s feature is an amazing deodorant product by natural beauty brand Rustic Maka! It’s an all-natural roll-on deodorant that keeps the body smelling nice without the use of toxic or carcinogenic ingredients, such as aluminum and parabens. It’s quickly become a new favorite deodorant of mine, for its easy application, skin-soothing properties, and high effectiveness in keeping body odor at bay.

Rustic Maka’s Pachy Deodorant in 'Citrus Gardens' is a lemongrass lover’s dream come true. For anyone who loves to perfume themselves with pure lemongrass essential oil, this deodorant is a real treat! The main scent profile is lemongrass (via lemongrass essential oil), which is an uplifting, refreshing and energizing aroma that has so many aromatherapy benefits too!

This toxin-free, cruelty-free, vegan and USA-made deodorant is formulated without aluminum, parabens, synthetic fragrances, or propylene-glycol. Just check out these fantastic all-natural ingredients:

Manihot Esculenta (Arrowroot) Tapioca Powder*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax**, Cymbopogon Flexuosus (Lemongrass) Oil, Saliva Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil
*Certified Organic Ingredient, **Wildcrafted Ingredient

Rustic Maka makes most of their deodorants with baking soda as an odor-fighting ingredient, but this Sensitive ‘Citrus Gardens’ version is made without baking soda, which is an occasional irritant for people with very sensitive skin. It’s wonderful that Rustic Maka has offered this baking soda free option for those select few individuals. What is most impressive about this baking soda free version is how effective it is. Most natural deodorants that I have tried that do not contain baking soda tend to be much less effective. But Rustic Maka has created an amazing formulation that keeps your underarms smelling fresh all day. This deodorant was tested in a Southern California heat spell, while touring Disneyland California all day, and while hiking Southern California’s mountains. This deodorant worked without re-application, all day, for both those occasions, when sweating and heavy exercise were definitely happening!

Another plus of this deodorant is the moisturizing benefit. It’s wonderful to apply after shaving, and keeps underarms smooth and healthy looking. This is no doubt due to the high quality, skin-nurturing ingredients in this deodorant’s formula.

Rustic Maka offers deodorants in several wonderful scents and also formulates various soap bars, body salts, body scrubs and foaming soaps. Stay tuned to this blog for more upcoming reviews on other Rustic Maka deodorant scents, and check out Rustic Maka’s website to find out more about this amazing green beauty brand.

Saturday, February 13, 2016

Acorelle's Patchouli perfume is sensual, fulfilling, and free of synthetics!

Acorelle roll-on perfume in "Pure Patchouli" - a sensual, tantalizing and fulfilling natural fragrance:


 
Acorelle roll-on perfume in "Pure Patchouli"

I just love when green beauty brands create perfumes derived from natural sources, and free of synthetics! Why not utilize the aromatherapy benefits of naturally-derived essential oils? Well, the founders of Acorelle have been doing just that since 2005, and the French brand is fast becoming a favorite source for healthier, toxin-free fragrance options.

Featured today is Acorelle’s roll-on perfume in the ‘Pure Patchouli’ scent. Acorelle divides their scent categories into descriptions of known aromatherapy benefits. ‘Pure Patchouli’, an essential oil blend of patchouli, labdanum and hints of others, is categorized under the ‘fulfilling’ and ‘energizing’ group of scents. It’s such a sexy and tantalizing scent, that I am convinced this fragrance also promotes confidence and self-assurance too.

The lasting power of this perfume is good for the entire day, and you only need a couple of drops to revel in the sensual scent of patchouli. It’s also fair to mention that this perfume really balances the essential aroma of patchouli, by blending it with other essential oils. Patchouli is one of those essential oils that people seem to either love or hate. But I challenge those who generally do not like the smell of un-blended patchouli essential oil, to dislike this super sexy-smelling perfume. I think this perfume's patchouli base is just wonderful and so perfectly blended!

Acorelle is a pioneer brand in the natural and organic beauty market that respects the human body and the environment. Created in 2005 in Southwestern France, the brand has since launched internationally and is quickly gaining attention in the green beauty world, and mostly for the beautiful, naturally-derived fragrances they produce. Acorelle has never used synthetic chemicals in their fragrance production, but instead, always opted to enlist the help of Mother Nature!

The most awesome thing about Acorelle perfumes is that they contain no phthalates, artificial colors, artificial musk or synthetic chemicals. 100% of all the ingredients in this perfume are of natural origin, and 90% of those come from organic farming! A socially and environmentally honest brand, you can feel really good (and safe!) about spraying yourself with Acorelle perfume. 

Stay tuned for more profiles about other Acorelle products, upcoming in this blog, and be sure to check out the Acorelle website to read more about this amazing green beauty brand and to see what other products they offer. Acorelle perfumes are currently available in the United States at Whole Foods markets.

Friday, February 5, 2016

If you're going to paint your nails choose a healthier, less toxic brand like SpaRitual!

Check out ‘Hunk of Burnin’ Love’ 5 - free red nail polish by SpaRitual:

SpaRitual is a common nail lacquer brand found in holistic and green spas. Most popular brand name nail polishes contain DBP (Dibutyl phthalate), toluene, camphor, formaldehyde and formaldehyde resin – all chemicals that are known to be toxic and carcinogenic to the human body. SpaRitual is free of those nasty chemicals, but performs just as well as the popular drugstore brands that do contain them! So why not support both yourself (protect your body!) and companies that care more about the health of its consumers and the health of the planet than about making a ludicrous profit by using ingredients that are cheaper, more toxic, and simply unacceptable?

Check out SpaRitual’s ‘Hunk of Burnin’ Love’ red nail polish pictured above. This is a gorgeous glossy and bright brick-red shade that applies very easily and dries quickly. With two or three coats of polish, and no base coat, this polish won’t chip for at least two days, but with SpaRitual’s base coat applied before the polish, nails will stay chip free for days! SpaRitual offers an enormous variety of nail lacquers covering the entire color spectrum, from bold solid shades, to amazing sparkly or shimmery options!

A really fun thing about SpaRitual is that the brand offers its polishes in cute little mini bottles (as pictured above, for example) or regular sized bottles. The mini bottles are great for those who don’t wear nail polish often, but would like a few color options for the occasional nail painting session, or for those who simply want to try the brand and several shades and finishes of lacquer before committing to larger bottles. And, since these polishes are free of DBP, toluene, camphor, formaldehyde and formaldehyde resin, wearers of this nail polish don’t have to feel like they are sacrificing their health for a nice set of shiny colorful nails! Just something to consider, nail lovers!

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Get the scoop on the just-released Gabriel Cosmetics Hydrating Mask!

Just released: Gabriel Cosmetics Hydrating Mask - Vegan, Cruelty Free, Compostable and Biodegradable - and, of course, natural! 


Gabriel Cosmetics Hydrating Mask - Vegan, Cruelty Free, Compostable & Biodegradable

Gabriel Cosmetics has long been a favorite brand of this blog and of green beauty lovers world-wide. The company formulates fantastic, effective natural skin care products, made with safe toxin-free skin-nourishing ingredients. Gabriel Cosmetics has just released three face masks from their 'Marine Elements' skincare line, and I am so excited to feature one of those masks today - the Hydrating Face Mask. Yes, that is the mask-covered face pictured above, not an alien!

Gabriel's Hydrating Mask, sold either individually or in packs of 3 or 5, is a one-time-use facial treatment that is applied to the face for 20 minutes. Judging by the wonderful effectiveness of the mask, I would say that at $7.50 a pop (or about $5.50 per mask if purchased in packs of 3 or 5), that's a much better deal than having a facial done at a spa. And this mask really works wonders for the skin! After applying the mask for 20 minutes before bedtime, skin appears visibly plumper, smoother and clearer the following morning. I have always been an advocate for the miraculous effectiveness of cucumbers on the skin - and this mask contains cucumber extract, which is known to visibly diminish redness, reduce scarring, and cure blemishes. The other miracle ingredient in this mask's formulation is Pyrus Malus (Apple) extract, which is a fantastic hydrator for our faces' delicate skin.

The Hydrating Face Mask applies super easily to the skin, thanks to the plant-based fiber material it is made from, and you can walk around for 20 minutes and it won't fall off. The formula has a really refreshing and sweet cucumber scent (natural of course - no synthetic fragrance here!), and the formula itself has a refreshing and subtle cooling effect on the skin, probably due to the aloe vera and cucumber extracts in the ingredients. The plant-based fiber material that each mask is made of is biodegradable and compostable after use, although I would strongly urge users to also dispose the plastic baggie in which the mask is held, into plastic bag recycling!

For more information on this face mask and other Gabriel products, visit the Gabriel Cosmetics website, and be sure to explore / follow this blog for more articles and reviews on other fantastic Gabriel Cosmetics' products that were featured here!

#gabrielcosmetics #facemask #parabenfree #naturalskincare

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Check out a scrumptious-smelling and naturally-derived perfume by Acorelle!

Acorelle perfume in ‘Vanilla Blossom’: A scrumptious-smelling and naturally-derived perfume formulated without synthetic chemicals! Check out the review below:


Acorelle perfume in ‘Vanilla Blossom’

If you are at all like me, and you want to shake the person that enters the elevator with you wearing a ton of horribly strong synthetic perfume, because they just induced a headache for you, then keep reading – this article is for you! If you are one of those people who likes to baptize themselves in strong synthetic perfumes before leaving the house, well - wait right there – this article is also for you. There are healthier, natural perfume options out there for you (both of you!) and I am especially excited to introduce you to Acorelle!

As someone who is very sensitive to strong scents, I have taken a huge interest in natural essential oils and aromatherapy in the last few years, because I noticed that my sensitivity to strong smells was far more obvious when my nostrils came into contact with synthetic fragrance. Not so much the case with naturally-derived scents and pure essential oils. Of course, it is possible to over-do an application, even with natural fragrances. But the therapeutic benefits of using essential oils have been documented, and they are a much healthier option as opposed to inhaling the synthetic chemicals that more-often-than-not comprise the ingredients of the most popular brand name perfumes on the market.

Acorelle is a pioneer brand in the natural and organic beauty market that respects the human body and the environment. Created in 2005 in Southwestern France, the brand has since launched internationally and is quickly gaining attention in the green beauty world, and mostly for the beautiful, naturally-derived fragrances they produce. Acorelle has never used synthetic chemicals in their fragrance production, but instead, always opted to enlist the help of Mother Nature!

‘Vanilla Blossom’, the 50 ml spray bottle perfume pictured above, is just one of many scent options available from Acorelle. The company offers an extremely wide range of perfumes, from more traditional options, like jasmine and rose, to some super interesting ones like ‘intense cherry’ and ‘brilliant pepper’! There is really something for everyone and every taste!

‘Vanilla Blossom’ is – simply put – scrumptious! The scent is absolutely delicious, like an oven would smell if you were baking cookies with oh-so-much vanilla in them! The best thing about Acorelle perfumes is that they are build-able. One to two sprays will give you a nice gentle aroma that lasts for many hours, and it’s not irritating for those who are sensitive to fragrance. Those two sprays will give that lovely subtle hint of delicious fragrance, without being over-bearing, like most synthetic perfumes are. Now, that being said, you can absolutely spray yourself with this perfume several times, and really get that "I just bathed in this stuff" aroma surrounding you - which is not really my thing. But hey - I have to say that despite that kind of application being over-kill, I do not find this scent headache-inducing, even with many sprays.

The most awesome thing about Acorelle perfumes is that they contain no phthalates, artificial colors, artificial musk or synthetic chemicals. 100% of all the ingredients in this perfume are of natural origin, and 90% of those come from organic farming! A socially and environmentally honest brand, you can feel really good (and safe!) about spraying yourself with Acorelle perfume. Stay tuned for more profiles about other Acorelle products, upcoming on this blog, and be sure to check out the Acorelle website to read more about this amazing green beauty brand and to see what other products they offer. Acorelle perfumes are currently available in the United States at Whole Foods markets.