Beauty Ingredient 101: Baobab
Take one look at the baobab tree (rather cartoonesque, right?), and you won't be surprised that it's known as the 'Tree of Life.' But in the beauty world, it's not the imposing baobab tree that's creating the biggest buzz- it's the seeds of its fruit. The oil of baobab seeds now shows up as a powerful ingredient in natural creams, serums and oils that promise to keep skin radiant and stave off aging. And the promises are probable: baobab seed oil is a great source of anti-inflammatory, antioxidant protection and excellent at maintaining skin elasticity, so it really does help ...
Five Ways to Get Better Beauty Sleep, + One Sleepy Natural Sip
Beauties, are you aware of just how much your nightly rest affects your appearance? Your body needs quality time to repair environmental damage and general wear & tear each night, and without it you'll wind up looking more aged over time. Poor rest = poor repair, simple as that. But getting 8 hours a night? It's easier said than done. In fact, trouble sleeping is one of the issues that my clients bring up most often. Here are the tricks that make the biggest impact, and also provide a little time for beautifying self-care at night: However hard it may be, power ...
GIVEAWAY: skinnyskinny Organic Body Oil
I've had a wonderful start to the new year on Beauty Is Wellness, with lots of new readers and clients, plus fresh beauty articles and posts around the web. To celebrate, I wanted to do another little giveaway (not quite as enormous as the December mega-giveaway, but lovely just the same!): a bottle of botanically-infused Lemongrass Organic Bath & Body Oil from Brooklyn-based natural beauty brand skinnyskinny! I love skinnyskinny's organic bath and body oil range because it's so incredibly nourishing for your skin. The ingredient list is perfect: certified organic jojoba oil (infused with skin-healing and soothing chamomile, rose, lavender ...
Glow, on the Go
We've all had mornings when there's just no time to fire up the blender, days when getting to the market for fresh greens is an impossibility, and road trips when there seems to be nothing healthy to eat for miles. It's not fair that your skin and your energy should suffer when you're busiest! That's why it's great to keep a backup plan. For those moments (and to kick up your regular smoothies and shakes any other day you need it), the newly expanded Be Well line by Dr. Frank Lipman is packed with nutrition-dense, low-commitment, easy to carry supplements. ...
This Beauty Brew Has More Antioxidants Than Green Tea
I'm a tea drinker; always have been, always will be. The fact that I also get tons extra antioxidants and wrinkle-blocking properties from tea is just a bonus- I'd be drinking it either way! Needless to say, I was instantly intrigued when I heard about Kishr, a unique infusion of dried coffee cherry (the fruit that surrounds the coffee bean), saigon cinnamon (a sweeter variety of cinnamon), ginger and cardamom that has origins in Yemen and has been around for over 1,000 years. Steep these spices in hot water for 8 minutes and you'll have a spicy, earthy, warming beverage. The ...
Eat Pretty Tonight with Easy Soups
During the fall and winter, soups are by far my favorite way to stay healthy, warm and satisfied. When you pack 'em with veggies, grains and beans, they're great skin foods too! Homemade soups are really the way to go, since the canned soups you get at the grocery store are loaded with sodium and expensive for what you're getting. On top of that, it's quite simple to whip up soups at home with whatever combo or beans, grains and vegetables you have in the fridge. I love the above illustrated graphic recipe on how to make a simple soup at ...
Beauty Nutrition
Five Ways to Get Better Beauty Sleep, + One Sleepy Natural Sip
Beauties, are you aware of just how much your nightly rest affects your appearance?...
Glow, on the Go
We’ve all had mornings when there’s just no time to fire up the blender,...
This Beauty Brew Has More Antioxidants Than Green Tea
I’m a tea drinker; always have been, always will be. The fact that I also...
Eat Pretty Tonight with Easy Soups
During the fall and winter, soups are by far my favorite way to stay healthy, warm...
Keep Winter Skin Healthy and Radiant with these Pro Tips
Far off are the days of dewy summer skin, the natural result of circulation-boosting...
What’s Wheat Got To Do With It?
Could wheat be causing issues like eczema, redness, rashes, breakouts and signs...
Sip This Festive Beauty Drink on Thanksgiving Morning
Green smoothies may get you through most days of the year, but the holidays call...
Simple Holiday Survival Tips from JLo’s Nutritionist
I love The Beauty Bean for its awesome ‘Nourish’ section, and this week...
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Natural Beauty Products
GIVEAWAY: skinnyskinny Organic Body Oil
I’ve had a wonderful start to the new year on Beauty Is Wellness, with lots...
The Key to Beauty, from a True Expert
My favorite used book store find of all time might be The Living Beauty Detox Solution,...
Flecks of Spring Amidst Winter Blues
Is it possible to have the winter blues on the third day of January? It’s...
GIVEAWAY: Start 2012 with a Basket of Natural Beauty!
**Congratulations to Julia Demir, winner of the December Giveaway! Stay tuned...
Don’t Miss These Holiday Natural Beauty Deals!
Whether you’re stocking up for your own beauty regimen or pampering someone...
Make Room for the Un-Petroleum Jelly
I can honestly say that I’ve never been a fan of petroleum jelly. Not Vaseline,...
Your Skin, With Cherries on Top
Ever notice that products with synthetic cherry fragrance or flavor never even come...
As Winter Nears, Think Primavera
With the arrival of cold weather, I moved my big pots of herbs indoors to prevent...
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Recipes
Gingerbread and a Great New Year’s Read
Let’s face it: even if you go out of your way to avoid sugar year-round, it inevitably finds you during the holidays. And why not? Holiday celebrations and special sweets have been linked for ages. The key is to pick a few treats you love and let the rest go (do snowman Peeps and PB-chocolate santas really evoke the holiday spirit? Didn’t... [Read more of this review]
Padma Lakshmi’s Slimming Body Oil Recipe
I love discovering celebs’ natural beauty secrets, and the one I’ve got today is a gem! Padma Lakshmi, the gorgeous host of Top Chef who is also a former model, recently shared her personal recipe for slimming body oil made with natural oils. She says, “If I knew I had a big event or shoot (especially lingerie) I would make an all-natural... [Read more of this review]
Sip this Infused Water for Better Digestion
Drinking water infused with fruit or herbs is a smart and tasty way to hydrate and cleanse without getting overloaded with sugar and calories. I’ve always liked the Hint waters that are just slightly flavored with natural ingredients, but there’s really no sense in spending a few bucks on a bottle of water when you can make an entire pitcher... [Read more of this review]
Beauty Breakfast: Maple-Sesame Millet
Sesame is the star ingredient in this incredibly delicious beautifying breakfast dish. The mix of sweet maple and earthy, bitter sesame is unique- and so satisfying. The inspiration for this recipe comes from the delicious sesame candy that I couldn’t get enough of while I lived in London. I rarely crave candy (chocolate being the obvious exception),... [Read more of this review]
Fall Beauty Supper: Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
The best beautifying recipes may also be the simplest. Meals that don’t require constant attention are so refreshing, given that our lives are so busy. Foods that benefit our skin happen to be my personal favorites, and it doesn’t get much more beautifying than sweet potatoes. My latest suggestion for an incredibly easy, delicious beauty... [Read more of this review]
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