Quick Question: What is the Difference Between Natural and Organic Beauty Products?

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According to Dr. Doris Day in the April 2008 issue of Health magazine: Natural refers to ingredients derived from plants, minerals, or algae. Organic describes substances grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and processed without man-made chemicals. Made with Organic Ingredients means that 70% or greater of the ingredients are organic content. USDA Certified Organic is the highest standard.  USDA Certified Organic means that 95-100% of ingredients must meet USDA organic standards for food.  More information about USDA... read more

My New Obsession: tarte Double Dose Berry Boost and Gloss

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After reading about tarte founder and CEO Maureen Kelly in the March 2008 issue of Oprah magazine, I am officially a tarte cosmetics fan. The woman is truly an inspiration, working towards a psychology Ph.D. while starting her cosmetics company, losing her first husband in 9/11, and prevailing to be the head of a very successful company today. With that said, I am loving tarte Double Dose Berry Boost and Gloss ($21.00, tarte.com). Here’s why: A plethora of antioxidants tarte Double Dose Berry Boost and Gloss contains a number of... read more

Next Up: Peanuts in Your Skin Care?

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  According to the April 2008 issue of Health magazine, researchers at the University of Maryland have found that mice treated with topical forms of two antioxidants found in bran and legumes like peanuts and peas resulted in a lower probability that the mice would develop tumors after being exposed to UV rays.  However, eating the bran and legumes is unlikely to have the protective post-UV effects. As Dr. Abulkalam M. Shamsuddin, M.D., tells Health, “Topical forms of the antioxidants may soon be added to sunscreen.” Exciting... read more