Although many ingredients in makeup are safe, a number of common ingredients can be harmful to both the body and the environment. In the United States, there is no law that requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve cosmetics. This means that other than color additives, cosmetics can contain a number of dangerous chemicals with no regulation. When …

People have used black seed oil for its therapeutic benefits for thousands of years. Studies suggest that this oil may offer many health and cosmetic benefits, such as aiding weight loss, improving skin conditions, and even treating cancer and diabetes. In this article, we look at the science behind black seed oil’s benefits and explore the possible side effects and risks. What is …

Eight benefits for the skin Avocado oil is rich in fatty acids and is excellent for moisturizing the skin. Avocado oil is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E. Below are some of the ways it can benefit the skin: 1. Moisturizes and nourishes In addition to vitamin E, avocado oil contains potassium, lecithin, and many other nutrients that can nourish …

In the pursuit of living more simply, naturally, and conscious of our environment we’ve put together a guide to our favorite organic beauty brands. Many makeup brands marketed as ‘natural’ or ‘green’ are often not actually either of those things—but these organic makeup brands use pure, earth-friendly ingredients and never test their cosmetics on animals. We’ve arranged these organic makeup …

Busting the male myth However, did you know that an amazing 56% of men do not think they need facial skincare products? While the trend for male grooming seemed on the up in the early millennium, the trend for hipster beards seems to have slowed the pace down for guys to embrace skincare. At a time where anything is possible and …

For centuries, Africans, Indians, and other ancient cultures have grown to love the land, tending their farms and grazing their animals with no help from fertilizers, pesticides or hormones. What we now call organic is simply nature’s intended way for humans to live. The Magnifolia tree, originating from the sub-Sahara region of Africa, is one of nature’s most resilient trees …

For years I scoured beauty counters in hopes of finding the perfect foundation that would cover my blotchy skin. I trolled through magazines and the internet, even stooping as far as joining an online chat that discussed the most popular beauty products. I was obsessed with make-up and skin care and would spend a fortune on single items in the …