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Nontoxic Makeup Remover

Ladies, you have to check out these makeup remover cloths from amazon! I’ve been using them for over 6 months now and let me tell you, they work! They literally remove all the makeup from your face without any harsh chemicals. They’re made from microfiber and easily wipe away oil, dirt and makeup from your face.   They’re so easy to clean too. Just put them in the washer with your towels or dark laundry and then let them air…

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Aluminum Free Deodorants

Why is Aluminum used in Deodorant? Aluminum based compounds are used in many deodorants to temporarily plug the sweat ducts and prevent perspiration.   Health concerns of using Aluminum in Deodorant Many people are concerned about the possible dangers of absorbing the aluminum into the skin. Aluminum mimics estrogen in the body, and may contribute to cancer. It is also a neurotoxin and can lead to Neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.   What to look for: Aluminum (antiperspirant) free…

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DIY Skin Care

Aztec Clay Mask

What is Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay? It’s bentonite clay from Death Valley, California, where it is sun- dried for up to six months in temperatures that sometimes reach 134 degrees. It absorbs impurities such as toxin and heavy metals & is loaded with minerals such as magnesium, calcium, copper, sodium, iron and potassium. In its normal state, it’s a negatively charged molecule but when mixed with liquid it takes on a different charge. This allows it to bind to…

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Hand Soap

I’m always on the hunt for the best products to use in my house. Your skin is like a sponge and has the ability to absorb many of the things you put on it. This includes soap, laundry detergent, cleaning products, and even beauty products. What’s the easiest way to find out how safe your soap is? Download the Environmental Working Group (EWG) app and scan your product in. The second option is to do a quick Google search. Type…

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Toxin Free & Cruelty Free Hair Products

This photo is of me holding my baby Nola. It’s pretty much our daily morning routine. LOL If you have curly hair, you’ll love SheaMoisture’s products! I live in Florida and have wavy-curly hair. On days I feel like scrunching my hair, I’ll use their smoothing cream and gel. These products won’t leave your hair feeling crunchy, like others do. In fact, they do the exact opposite. They leave your hair feeling smooth and soft. The Environmental Working Group is…

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What’s in your makeup?

Have you ever wondered what’s in your makeup and how it may be affecting your health? Many people place focus on eating organic, NON-GMO foods, but what you put on your skin is just as important. Your skin is the biggest organ on your body and is capable of absorbing some of the products you put on it. This in turn can affect the health of your body.   How safe is your makeup? You can easily find out how…

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Infrared Sauna

Do you have trouble with not being able to sweat? When I was a kid I could easily sweat…no problem. As I grew older, and especially now in my 30’s I used to struggle to even get a drop of sweat. I would do a high intensity workout class for one hour and leave just feeling puffy and red. I finally found a way to reactivate my sweat glands, by using an infrared sauna.   What is an Infrared Sauna?…

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Skin Care

Sunscreen

Have you ever wondered what’s in your sunscreen? I’ve always been hesitant to put sunscreen on, due to all the chemicals. Your skin is very absorbent and many products you put on your skin are able to absorb directly into your body. Here’s the thing though. I’m very fair skinned and live in South Florida. So for me not only do I have to apply sunscreen, but I also wear a hat, sunglasses, and occasionally a rash guard. How to…

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