As we get ready to ring in a new year, here are some of the green beauty discoveries I made in 2016. Happy New Year to you all! 1. The power of aromatherapy My absolute favourite discovery of 2016 was … Continue reading
My 2016 green beauty secrets
Big love for Lavera Natural Cosmetics make-up
I’ve been a fan of green beauty brand Lavera’s make-up range since I tried their Indian Dream Eyeshadow Palette a couple of years ago (and it’s still going strong). Now their Volume Mascara and Soft Lipliner in Red 03 have resolutely taken … Continue reading
Nourish Argan Skin Renew organic face cream review
At this time of year I turn my attention to a rich organic, natural day cream. My criteria: hydration that lasts all day, no nasties and a magical ingredient or two that promise to give me younger, plumper skin. I now also insist … Continue reading
Organic beauty online: where to buy
As organic September draws to a close here are some of my favourite places to feed an organic beauty habit. Naturisimo Top of my list has to be online green beauty destination Naturisimo. Not only do they have a huge range of products but … Continue reading
Essential tips for essential oils
The other week I took part in a fantastic webinar run by some friends of mine who work for doTERRA, producers of high quality essential oils. I’ve always used essential oils for scent (normally burning them which I now know is a big … Continue reading
Shea (butter) bliss
You’re no doubt familiar with shea butter (Butyrosperum Parkii) as an ingredient in many skincare products, especially natural beauty ones. It’s a top-notch moisturiser and skin superfood with high levels of vitamins and fatty acids and a host of benefits that have seen it rise … Continue reading
The flaw in your anti-ageing beauty routine…
Why am I posting a picture of a bin full of unused samples? This stash had been sitting on my dressing table for months but, tempted as I was to try them out, I finally relegated them to the trash. Why? Read … Continue reading
The Natural Deodorant Co. baking soda free deo for sensitive skin
Between the April showers there are occasional glimmers of warmer weather approaching and so a good natural deodorant is a must! There are so many mediocre brands out there and I’ve wasted a small fortune over the years in my … Continue reading
Little Ondine non-toxic nail varnish
When I first heard about non-toxic peel off nail varnish brand Little Ondine I was sceptical. Memories of Tinkerbell peel off children’s nail polish came to mind, thin and flakey and covering the carpet with flecks of pink plastic within … Continue reading
Appuru, organic beauty salon in London
Appuru is a natural organic beauty boutique and salon in Pimlico, central London. And given that it’s a four minute walk from my home (we Londoners are precise when it comes to distance on foot) I’m confused as to why it took … Continue reading
Joli Naturellement 