April 17, 2012
Inflammation on the skin is related to inflammation inside the body. And while I (obviously) recommend many wonderful ingredients for soothing rosacea, eczema, allergic or sensitive complexions, it can’t be ignored that you also need to address the internal aspect of beauty. In my pursuit to educate y’all to the best of my abilities, I decided to sit down and have a chat with an expert. I was lucky enough to get some time with …
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February 3, 2012
I’m not much of a flower girl. I love nature and plants, but I hate getting bouquets as gifts. This is because I like useful presents, and I feel like cut flowers are such a waste. This is why I love herb gardens that spice up my food and florals in my beautycare. One specific fav of mine is Calendula (aka. marigold). This flower is both pretty and functional, as its one of the best …
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January 27, 2012
With a name like “Immortelle”, how can this flower not promote beauty? Also called “Everlasting” for is wonderful restorative properties, technical cosmetic geeks (like me) may know it by its INCI name: Helichrysum. I’ve used Helichrysum/Immortelle for years and love how soothing it is for sensitive skin as well as its yummy maple-like scent. I feel as though its sweetness calms down my Pitta heat – and it has a sort of caramelized smell to …
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January 20, 2012
I’m in love with organic Camellia oil! This rich, nurturing oil calms inflammation while comforting and protecting the skin. If camellia oil was a person, I imagine he’d be as dreamy as Joseph Gordon-Levitt or Ryan Gosling…or ahem, my fiance of course. Because of its soothing and replenishing properties, I am using this oil in my new line: Holistic Vanity Rosacea Care (launching in Pure + Simple stores February 1st). This oil is excellent for rosacea skin …
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March 8, 2011
I love hibiscus tea. Its tart but kind of sweet, and best of all it makes for a beautiful brilliant fuchsia color. We actually serviced hibiscus tea martinis at our engagement party by making an iced tea from hibiscus, cinnamon and dried plum. Yum! It doesn’t even need sugar. But best of all, hibiscus is the perfect antidote to my pitta fieriness (not so much in martini-form). Its a wonderful anti-inflammatory, and in the summer …
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