I have been using her products for over a year now and love everything I’ve tried. I was very excited when earlier this year she added SPF 30 to her tinted moisturizer so now I can get the job done without using two separate products.
Josie Maran is a model from Northern California who grew up in a bohemian household – thus not accustomed to the synthetics and toxic ingredients found in mainstream cosmetics formerly used on her for shoots. ”Josie explains, “Becoming a mother inspired me to take a look at my life and ask, “What can I do for the world? How can I contribute?” Having spent so many hours in the makeup chair, Josie was ready to create her own signature line. The products, made with superior ingredients and housed in chic, biodegradable packaging, embrace eco-friendly initiatives wherever possible.” [taken from her bio on her website] Her line is not only eco-friendly in the packaging sense but none of her products contain toxins such as parabens or petro-chemicals, nor are they tested on animals.
I understand your hesitation to order cosmetics online without trying them first, yet I must say that I have been extremely pleased with everything I’ve ever ordered and have not had a need to exchange anything. Her line is currently sold at Barney’s in NYC and LA (among a few other small shops in LA) and I’ve been told that as soon as the Chicago Barney’s completes their move to their new location (April 16) they’ll be carrying it there!! Of course you can also order it directly form her on her website: www.josiemarancosmetics.com
She is currently offering free standard shipping on orders of $100 or more by entering GLOW at checkout!
