Gaisie Body Essentials

I am excited to be able to try out some new body and face products from Gaisie Body Essentials.  Sebrina Gaisie, founder of the company, created the products out of frustration of only finding products on the shelves that had cheap materials and harsh chemicals.  Sebrina’s body, face and hair products are made using natural ingredients. Here are some of the products that I am using now - 

Vanilla Bath & Body Oil - The oil blend uses Sunflower, Coconut, Jojoba & other natural emollients to help nourish & soften your skin. 

Vanilla Body Lotion - The lotion uses Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil & other natural emollients to soften your skin. Green Tea Extract is infused into the formula for its anti-oxidant & anti-inflammatory properties. 

Green Tea Facial Wash - Gently cleanses the skin without drying it out. The addition of Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil & Aloe Vera Juice helps leave your skin feeling soft & moisturized even after the cleansing process. Green Tea Extract is infused into the formula for its anti-oxidant & anti-inflammatory properties.

Green Tea Facial Moisturizer - The moisturizer uses Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil & other natural emollients to soften your skin. Green Tea Extract is infused into the formula for its anti-oxidant & anti-inflammatory properties. Aloe Vera Juice is added for its moisturizing effect as well.

Olive Nourishing Oil - The oil blend uses Olive, Coconut, Meadowfoam & other natural emollients help to condition, thicken, soften & strengthen your tresses hair.

Intelligent Beauty Labs, Reveal & More!

I have been trying out some great skin care products from HairEnvy.com. Hair Envy offers both hair, beauty and skin products.

Out of all the products that I tried, my absolute favorite is the Reveal High Potency Anti-Wrinkle Serum!! I have always had problems with unbalanced skin, and have tried many products to help. After using the Reveal High Potency Anti-Wrinkle Serum for a couple of weeks, there was a noticeable change. The dark spots started to fade and my skin looked a lot more even and brighter.  *Now... (lol), I don't recommend using it every morning and every night all week long. I used it every morning and every night for about 3 weeks, any my skin is super dry. Which is expected, because it is getting rid of layers of dead skin. So that was my fault. So I would advise that you use it once a day or use it on the spots you want to correct only. And if you feel any dryness - do what I am doing, with is taking a short break, and try again later. I saw a great difference in my skins complexion and am looking forward to continuing to use the Reveal Serum.  To learn more, go to HairEnvy.com.

Organix Bath and Body Collection

Organix Hair has a great line of bath and body products that are rich in antioxidants. 

Healing Cherry Blossom Rice Milk Cashmere Body Wash & Body Cream: An exclusive moisture lock system made of a whipped blend of antioxidant rich cherry blossom extract with sugar cane and willow bark to soften and give a radiant glow along with rice milk and bamboo extract to make skin supple and touchable all over.

Hydrating Moroccan Argan Oil Creamy Oil Body Wash & Lotion: A lavish creamy oil with an exclusive moisture lock system made of a quickly absorbing Moroccan argan oil to restore skin’s elasticity with sugar cane and willow bark to soften giving a radiant glow along with rice milk and bamboo extract to make skin supple and touchable all over.

Nourishing Coconut Milk Hibiscus Creamy Body Wash & Lotion: An intensely smoothing experience with an exclusive moisture lock system made of an ultra-rich blend of hydrating coconut milk proteins with a hint of antioxidant rich hibiscus extract along with sugar cane and willow bark to soften, giving a radiant glow while rice milk and bamboo extract make skin supple and touchable all over.

Soothing Teatree Peppermint Cooling Body Wash & Lotion: An exclusive moisture lock system with a tantalizing blend of teatree and peppermint extract along with sugar cane and willow bark to soften for a radiant glow while rice milk and bamboo extract make skin supple and touchable all over.

My favorite of this collection is the Cherry Blossom body wash and body cream. I love the smell and while using it, it has a great calming effect. To learn more about Organix's Bath & Body line, go to their website for more information.

The Benefits of Using African Black Soap

One increasingly popular choice for natural hair care today is African black soap. This all natural product works wonders and provides a wide range of benefits. Once you see what it is, and the advantages that it brings to the table, you'll certainly want to consider giving it a try as well and making a switch from your current products.

African black soap is an all-natural cleanser originating from countries such as Nigeria and Ghana. It includes ingredients such as Shea butter, plantain peels, and cocoa and palm oils, and it never includes unnatural components such as dyes or harmful chemicals. African black soap is rich in vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin E, and iron.

While it is traditionally sold in large blocks, today, African black soap is also made into healthy, natural shampoos and hair care products. It will help impart your hair with a beautiful, natural, fresh and wondrous clean and glow. You'll be able to prevent issues such as common breakouts or oily skin, as well as eczema, psoriasis, dandruff and numerous other skin conditions, and you'll even gain added bonuses such as increased natural UV protection. Of course, it's not just about what African black soap provides. It's also about what it avoids, which in turn offers its own wonderful set of benefits and
advantages. African black soap never contains sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), a chemical which has been proven time and again to be harmful and carry a number of serious health consequences. SLS is used in thousands of cosmetic products, but it's also used in products such as industrial cleaners. That doesn't sound like something which is healthy and natural for your hair and skin, does it? Of course not, and there's a huge spectrum of legitimate research out there which shows just how problematic this ingredient can be. The consequences could include minor irritation of your skin or eyes, to much more serious issues such as organ toxicity, neurotoxicity, endocrine and reproductive problems, and an increased risk of cancer.

If you're ready to try something new and potentially unlock a wonderful secret to happy, healthy and natural hair, then check out African black soap and experience the benefits for yourself. Your hair will look and feel better, and you can be confident knowing that you're doing more to stay natural and avoid harmful chemicals.

Author: John Weisman
Writer for 1001-hairstyles.com

Morrocco Method Baby Care Method

Morrocco Method has great products for your baby. Their Baby Care Method line includes baby shampoos, baby washes, and baby brushes. The ingredients are raw, vegan and wild crafted. "All Morrocco Method products contain only the finest natural derived minerals and botanicals harvested from around the world. and selected for maximum potency. We have followed the principles of Old World farmers who understood that planting, harvesting and storing foods according to the lunar cycle maximizes the energetic potency of the plants. Every Morrocco Method product contains each of the 92 trace minerals. Each product is carefully designed to both detoxify and nourish. Our products have been featured in CBS News, InStyle Magazine, People Magazine, Farmers Almanac, the Los Angeles Times, and many other international publications. The Morrocco Method is unquestionably the finest, most effective program of holistic hair care available today." To learn more about Morroco Method, go to www.morroccomethod.com.

Shielo

Check out the great products from Shielo! My favorites are the complexion moisturizer and scrub!!
They also have a moisturizer shampoo, hydrate mist, vibrancy conditioner and flexible hair spray. Sheilo's website also offers great tips on foods that promote healthy hair. 

"Shielo Hair Technology & Care was created in New York City in 2001" [based on a] need identified among top salons in New York City and their clientele for styles, while including the effort to enhance and fortify hair care products protecting elements."  Shielo's products are animal cruelty free, Vegan ad Natural Based. 

"Our products contain the highest quality ingredients from nature, combined with advances in haircare research to ensure desired performance and ultimate results. As an organization, we have committed to developing naturally-based formulas infused with organic botanicals harvested from plants grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or chemicals."

Candles from The Bronx Naturals

I am loving my new candles from The Bronx Naturals!  I have the following 2 candles:  Lemon Energy and Fresco.  When I opened each packaged candle,  they smelled so good!  And that was before I even had a chance to burn them for the full scent effect. 

I usually avoid candles, because I have asthma, and the smell of most candles can be very overwhelming for my system. But I found out from the maker of these candles, Melissa that the candles are made with Soy. “Soy is all natural and is known to not emit toxins that petroleum candles do. Soy Rocks!” – Melissa, The Bronx Naturals.  So even with my asthma, these scents are just right! And they smell yummy... :-).

If you are planning to try these candles out, remember the following tips from Melissa:  "Trim Wick to 1/8" inch before lighting. The first time burning the candle, let burn for minimum of 3 hours, to create an even burn pool." To see all of the candles being offered, check out the website for The Bronx Naturals.

Shampoo Bars from Belle Vie

I recently tried some great shampoo bars from Belle Vie Soap. The shampoo bars are handmade by Khadijah - "I love nature! There are an abundance of materials given to us by mother earth. It is my job to share the beauty of nature with others."

Belle Vie Soaps offer products for both the hair and body. I have tried the Double Shea & Hemp and the Argan & Warm Honey shampoo bars. They both smell yummy, are easy to use, and leave my scalp feeling clean and refreshed.  The shampoo bars are made with natural oils, seeds, herbs and butters. No Sulfate and no Preservatives. With prices ranging from $5.25 to $23.00, the prices are very affordable. To learn more, go to Belle Vie Soaps.

(seeds) Body Care

If you are looking to try a new product for bath and body, try (seeds)! They have great products that include:

• Hand Scrubs
• Hand Lotions
• Body Creams  & and More! 

To learn more about (seed), go to SeedBodyCare.com.

Someday Perfume

Great last minute holiday buy!  I usually don't wear perfumes, but I love this new perfume called Someday!  It smells really good and is quickly becoming one of my favorite scents. This will be one perfume that will not sit on my counter collecting dust. 

"SOMEDAY by Justin Bieber is more than just a perfume: it's a fragrance full of the energy, passion, and confidence that pushes him to the top of the charts. This fragrance's glass bottle is fresh yet flirty, anything but ordinary, and topped with a burst of blooming hearts. A crystal-encrusted, heart-shaped charm can be removed and attached to a keychain or zipper pull."

Holiday Gift Guide!

Check out the post below for great Holiday Gift giving ideas!  For Accessories, there is Hair Feather from Fine Featherheads; and hand-made hair bows from QuellyRue Designs.

For hair and body products, see the post for Dr. Miracle's hair care products, Shielo Hair Technology & Care and  Tattoo body scents!

Shielo Hair and Anti-Aging Products

I tried out some great products by Sheilo!  One of my favorite products of there's is their Smoothing Complexion Scrub.  It feels really good as I  applied it to my face and helped me to feel refreshed. Some of the other products that my daughters and I tried are the Vibrancy Conditioner, Moisturizer Shampoo, Leave In Protectant & the Complexion Moisturizer.

Here is more information about their company - 

"Shielo Hair Technology & Care was created in New York City in 2001" [based on a] need identified among top salons in New York City and their clientele for styles, while including the effort to enhance and fortify hair care products protecting elements."  Shielo's products are animal cruelty free, Vegan ad Natural Based. 

"Our products contain the highest quality ingredients from nature, combined with advances in haircare research to ensure desired performance and ultimate results. As an organization, we have committed to developing naturally-based formulas infused with organic botanicals harvested from plants grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or chemicals."

Body Sprays by Tattooed by Inky

Great Sprays from Tattoo by Inky.  My favorite scents are the woman's A Mi Amor and Sudden Freedom. Here is a list of all the scents they have for both men and women: 

• Monkey Business (male), which has a blend of leather, lavender, pepper and sandalwood
• Drako (male), which has a blend of spices, musk and precious woods
• A Mi Amor (female), which features a blend of white florals, vanilla and amber
• Sudden Freedom (female), a fresh feminine bouquet of aquatic florals, pink jasmine and rosewood
• Koi (unisex), which features a blend of citrus, ginger and patchouli

"The November issue of SELF Magazine voted DRAKO by Tattooed by Inky as the “Best Bold Scent” for men. DRAKO is for the strong, enigmatic and fiery guy with an elemental blend of spices, musk and precious woods. Used after showering or as a pick-me-up during the day, this body spray refreshes and revives the senses with just the right amount of scent.  Tattooed by Inky are lightly fragranced body sprays have become a popular everyday beauty/grooming essential for both sexes, and Tattooed By Inky is targeted to a hip and trendy audience. The Tattooed by Inky collection offers 5 distinctive scents---three women’s and two men’s. The women’s scents are subtle and evocative; the men’s are appropriately brisk and masculine. These body sprays are exclusively sold at Target stores for $5.99."   - Tattooed by Inky

Sources: Tattooed by Inky & Valmg