8oz retails for around $7-8

For awhile now I’ve been using this JASON Apricot Scrubble Wash & Scrub every couple of days.  I love that its cleans and exfoliates all in one product and it has a lovely apricot scent.  It is on the rougher side, which is why I only use it every other day or so.  If you have very sensitive skin this would not be the product for you – stick to something gentler.  When you first squeeze it out of the tube its a little thick.  Wet your face and your hands and start mixing it with the water on your hands before applying to your face.  You’ll be left feeling clean and super smooth

I recently noticed that Bath & Body Works states on their label:  “This finished product is not tested on animals.”  So – think that through – that’s great to know the lotion your purchasing was not specifically tested on innocent animals but what this is really saying is that at least some of the individual ingredients used in the formula WERE TESTED ON ANIMALS!  This is AWFUL!  Please don’t purchase their products anymore.  This is such a disgusting way to make people think their products are cruelty free when in fact they certainly had something to do with inhumane treatment of animals.

You’ve probably never thought about it this way, but if you’re using conventional products you’re covering your body in chemicals – new year = new products – make the switch now for a healthier new you!

Revealed… the 515 chemicals women put on their bodies every day

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/beauty/article-1229275/Revealed–515-chemicals-women-bodies-day.html#ixzz0cL5WIWXA

6 oz - $22

I’m currently using Juice Beauty’s Cleansing Gel.  It is for combination skin but is extremely gentle and doesn’t dry out my skin in this cold dry weather.  The only thing I don’t think it does too well is remove make up.  I don’t actually wear a lot – tinted moisturizer, blush, and eye make-up.  When taking off make-up I have to wash my face twice to make a dent in the eye-makeup and even then the mascara doesn’t really come off – I guess I just need to use eye make-up remover and then I’d probably be fine to wash once with this cleanser.  Over all I do like it

I recently purchased the 100% Pure Carrot Facial Scrub.  I personally am not a fan of it although it may be perfect for someone with very sensitive skin.  I don’t feel that it has enough roughness in it – it just doesn’t give me a good scrub as it seems too soft.  They do advertise that it is for sensitive skin – which makes sense.  I imagine that there are people with extremely sensitive skin who can’t exfoliate with much more than a face cloth – if that’s you, this may be the perfect product for you!

$19

I’m loving my 100% Pure Organic Coffee Bean Eyecream!  It’s  a good consistency – not greasy – which I hate since it messes with my eye makeup. 

100% Natural, 100% Vegan, Gluten free

** Results of an independent clinical 4 week study

• GOOD BYE TO PUFFY EYES!
  - 83% saw immediate reduction of puffiness
  - 97% saw reduction of puffiness with continued use

• SAY NO TO DARK CIRCLES!
  -73% saw an immediate reduction of dark circles
  -87% saw reduction of dark circles with continued use

• SAY YES TO MORE HEALTHY, BEAUTIFUL, YOUTHFUL LOOKING EYES!
  -87% say thry look more ‘awake, rested and refreshed’
  -80% say that it instantly helped reduce the look of lines and wrinkles around the eye area
  -97% say skin around their eyes softer and smoother
  -93% say it reduced the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with continued use
  -100% say it improved skin hydration and moisturization
  -93% say it improved skin firmness/elasticity
  -93% say that the eye cream absorbs well

Anti-inflammatory, caffeine rich green tea and coffee de-puffs and reduces swelling while increasing circulation to alleviate and brighten dark circles. Concentrated with potent anti-aging vitamins, antioxidants, and nourishing rosehip oil. Truly, 100% Pure.

I’ve started using 100% Pure’s body butters and I LOVE them! I have Blood Orange and & Mango. The consistency of the Blood Orange is different from most – it’s hard but as soon as it touches your hands it begins to melt. If you’ve ever used coconut oil as a moisturizer, it is very similar to that in consistency.  I do like the consistency of the Mango better as it is a little creamier and not as hard.  A little definitely goes a long way. The scent of both are strong but not over powering.

As the website says, they’re “deeply moisturizing, and intensely nourishing body butters packed with anti-aging vitamins and antioxidants. These are true body butters, made with the rich butters from avocado, shea and mango – not watered down so they are intensely moisturizing.”

Also from their site…

Why 100% Pure?

“As much as 60% of topical skin-care products are absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream,” Says Dr. Nancy Lonsdrof, M.D. an lowa-based physician, “They should be consumed with the same prudence that we use to choose our breakfast cereal.” – April 2006 issue of Women’s Health Magazine. There are many toxic chemicals in cosmetic products that have been clinically proven to cause cancer, tumors, irritation and many different skin disorders. 100% products are truly 100% Pure-no synthetic chemicals, chemical preservatives, artificial fragrances, artificial colors, harsh detergents or any other unhealthy toxins.

They offer free shipping on orders over $50 – stock up on Holiday gifts and get some things for yourself and you won’t pay shipping!

I’ve previously mentioned that I love Duchess Marden and 100% Pure skin care products.  For those of you who’ve been wanting to try them there is a new site called The Skinny where you can purchase these and other great products at HUGE discounts!  Simply head to the site, become a member and once a week you’ll get an email letting you know what sales are coming up.  Why would you pay full retail price any longer?!?

I love making my own body scrub.  It is FAR CHEAPER and fun to create my own delightful scents.

You’ll need three ingredients:

Put the brown sugar in a cute jar, mix in safflower oil until the sugar is coated and moist but not drowning in oil.  Add essential oil until you reach your desired strength of scent and you’re done!  Super easy!

I like Safflower Oil because it shares many similarities with the naturally occurring lipid components of the human skin and, unlike other oils, it doesn’t clog the pores or irritate follicles and hence is suitable even for acne prone skin.  It contains essential fatty acids like linoleic acid that can smooth, nourish and help damaged skin hold onto moisture better.

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