Glowology

Think of it as a summer school subject, for those who spent their hours in biology dreaming about vacation. Glowology is kind of like a science. The science of looking beautiful, revealing great skin and keeping up with Eco-Friendly status.

The only supplies needed are amazing products and skin that is seeking out nurture! Everyone gets and A+

After sampling a few goodies, it is clear that The Balm is a new staple in my life.

My knees will never quit thanking me. The Balm is enriched with organic Shea Butter and other lovely ingredients such as Lemon and Orange, Sunflower Oil, Salicylic Acid to soften rough areas and Bilberry - a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that helps ward off pre-mature aging. Applying is over night to feet is the perfect in-between pedicure treatment. I like applying it to my knees after the shower.

Glowology's Heavenly Honey Wash and Sugar Mama Scrub compliment each other as well. 

The wash is formulated to gently clean sensitive skin and the Scrub somehow magically exfoliates sans the feeling of sand paper that seems to be the status-quo these days.

Basically, all you need to do to pass this class is Mama Scrub you legs, shave, Balm up your knees and head to the nearest beach!

Glowology can be found at www.Glowologyskincare.com

Secret Cutter

In the past week the unfortunate snowball effect of destroying my hands took a toll on me: Three paper cuts on my index finger, an unexplained cut on my left ring finger, a burn from the oven on my left middle finger, and the best....I sliced my thumb with sizzors (there is a photo of the niagra fallish blood shed but to be fair I won't show you and gross you out.).

Then I remembered Merry Hempsters Cut and Scrape Salve! It's a great balm to put on your booboo after the bleeding stops.

 It helps prevent scarring. Hopefully the cutting has stopped.

Visit Merry Hempsters to check it out! I had done a previous review of their hippy line of products in the Spring and can't seem to locate it : (

Bellaboo in the U.S.

Snezna Kerekovic is one of those moms that wants what's best for her daughter. That's what every mom wants right? She took it one step further after noticing there was a lack of teen products with out harsh chemicals.

Naturally she took matters into her own hands and created Bellaboo: a line of skin care for teens that are not tested on animal, have minimal and recyclable packaging. The Australian based company has been doing well since entering our Rite Aid and Justice stores this month.

The adorable line includes All that clean skin Facial wash, Buff skin facial exfoliator, Gorgeous skin moisture dew, E Z Blitz Blemish Serum, Sweet Sin Chocolate Face Mask, Berry Nice Face Fix Mask, Clear skin smoothie mask and full size starter kits.

What's even more amazing is that the products are featured on the Bellaboo girls: six teens aged 13-17 who entered into be part of the marketing campaign.

 They are taking a piece of Doves real beauty campaign and featuring real girls. I just love the idea! They also have a web site with other related content for teens www.bellaboobabe.com

Tis the season

I like to be festive around the holidays. With the exception of Christmas music, that begins on Nov 1 (I'm talking to you HINGHAM SHOPS). Lets keep the music in the cd case until the day after TG.

Anyhoo, what I really love is the slow transition from the fall into the holidays with little wreaths here and there and candles of cranberry and gingerbread scents. Sweet Grass Farms has raised the bar with their Farmhouse Holiday Greenery Collection. The all-natural bath, body, and home care line has a fragrance of spruce, pine, and cedarwood! It will bring back memories for sure, and get you in the mood that will carry you through December to the New Year!

The line consists of dish soap, room spray, hand lotion, liquid soap, soy candle, and fragrance sticks.

The liquid soap is already a hit around this house, and it can double as a shower gel too! It's made from a plant based cleanser with rich moisturizing abilities.

Speaking of showers and moisture, this time of year causes my hands to fall apart, especially in the shower. The combination of cold climate and hot water break my skin ala earthquake style. Well, lo and behold, Sweet Grass Farms has something to take care of that as well.
Their Super Duty Hand Care is a salve, blended with beeswax, olive and sunflower oils, lanolin, and essential oils.

The lemon/lavender scented salve is super long lasting with the power to nourish the most chapped skin.

To purchase Sweet Grass products visit them at www.sweetgrassonline.com

Holiday Gift Ideas #1

Amala, which means "most pure" in Sanskrit is an Eco-friendly treat-  from it's cleansers to it's amazing lotions.

GGZF did a review when the line launched in the late spring and it blew our mind away! When it comes time for Holiday gift ideas, we're going to dish it out and what better way, then to start with.... Amala's Travel Detoxify Spa Valise - it's under $100 and includes detoxifying body cleanser, detoxifying body polish, and detoxifying body butter; perfect for any of your green friends and family members.

  Amala’s Spa Valise collections will be available in October and throughout the holiday season at world class spa destinations across the U.S. and online at amalabeauty.com.

MyChelle

MyChelle Dermaceuticals is a combination of founder Myra Michelle Eby's name (pronounced "My Shell"). What it is not, is a combination of harmful chemicals or parabens. In fact MyChelle products are all 100% natural, eco-friendly, and cruelty-free!

I jumped at the chance to try three NEW products from her line. And all of them are three products you always here me raving about! Serums, Mists, and Eye care, Oh My!

Pumpkin Hydrating Mist - You know I love a good mist when I travel. The Pumpkin Hydrating Mist has a light pumpkin scent that is just enough. No worries. You will not go around smelling like thanksgiving dinner. It can be applied over makeup as well - this is why I like it for traveling on the driest bird in the sky.
With pumpkin juice and poppy extract leading the list of bio-available ingredients, it is no surprise that this mist provided the moisture my skin was needing on the plane, and through out the days since I started using it.

G2 Instant Firming Serum - Collagen boosting. I'm sold. But wait! This serum with a military sounding moniker is so much more. Goji berry fruit aids in instant firming and is combined with Argireline (safe muscle relaxer) and pomegranate to help inflamation. With long term use, this army of ingredients battle fine lines and wrinkles from future invasion.

Magnolia Fresh Eyes - Some of my favorite eye creams have done me wrong. Like getting in my eye and turning it red and itchy. Not Magnolia. Non-toxic Daisy Flower and Green Coffee work together to ward of puffiness and black circles safely!

MyChelle Dermaceuticals can be found at your nearest Whole Foods. For more information visit www.mychelle.com