The Secret To Anti-Aging!
On January 27, 2012
Very often I am asked the question “what can I eat that is anti-aging to the skin?” While there are loads of superfoods that are fabulous for your skin, I would have to say one of the best things you can eat that will keep your skin soft, supple and is anti-aging is [...]
Clay and Egg White Mask!
On January 17, 2012
Ancient Egyptians used clay masks and herbal masks as far back as 30 B.C., and masks are still very popular at facial salons. Clays are completely natural, and draw out toxins from deep within the skin. The use of medicinal clays, in Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt has been well established. Cleopatra herself is [...]
New Year a New You!
On January 11, 2012
A new year has begun so why not glowing, gorgeous skin on your to-do list?
At certain times, we suffer from a complexion that is dull, lifeless. This often occurs because the face is covered by a thin layer of built-up dirt, oils and dead skin cells. Exfoliants [...]
Intelligence is Beautiful!
On December 22, 2011
Give me beauty in the inward
soul; may the outward and the inward be at
one
Socrates Greek,
Fifth century BC
It’s easy to forget the above quote of Socrates in today’s appearance-obsessed, media-driven world. Television, films and magazines present the public with a seemingly endless parade of perfect-looking and air-brushed people [...]
Beat Winter Hair Frizzies!
On December 12, 2011
Hair is imparted with significance beyond it’s more prosaic functions;
and through the centuries, women have discovered many ways to keep it beautiful. Native Americans have been using jojoba oil for generations. Its superb conditioning qualities leave hair silky and soft. For luster and manageability, Mexican women love aloe vera and avocado oil [...]
A Facial for an Empress!
On December 5, 2011
Josephine de Beauharnais, Napoleon’s wife created a scandal with her extravagant beauty regimes . Brought up in Martinique in the West Indies, Josephine brought many New World beauty secrets with her to the Emperor’s court in Paris. Here is a sample of a facial she would have prepared. Please see SHOP for recipe [...]
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