Organic ingredient levels in the news

For better, or worse organic personal care is in the news again.
As the Daily Mail reported this week, an environmental group has filed a lawsuit against 26 cosmetic companies over claims that products are falsely labelled as 'organic'.

Why does this matter?
Well, no consumer likes being misled, especially so in these straightened economic times. With mid premium products, price is not always a decisive factor with purchasing, the whole brand ethos and easy provenance of ingredients matter much more to customers.

We are pleased our labelling is so transparent
Correct packaging and presentation can raise consumer expectations and reassure, but when unscrupulous brands are caught 'greenwashing' their offerings, or implying a greater natural or organic benefit than the actual contents deliver, then a collective rejection isn't so unexpected.

The Center for Environmental Health's US lawsuit alleges that dozens of questionable products (including shampoos and face washes) do not contain enough organic ingredients to warrant their labels. A case was filed at Alameda County Superior Court last week that relates to a Californian law requiring all organic products to contain at least 70 per cent natural ingredients (grown without pesticides or chemicals).

Legal disputes over organic labelling initially targeted food growers, in 2007. By 2008, cosmetic products claiming to have organic ingredients were also targeted. None of these lawsuits have been resolved yet and the federal government does not have organic labelling rules for cosmetic products. But the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved California standards (which is a start ...).

CEH are suing the various makers, and dozens of culprits are also highlighted. Their executive director, Michael Green, says:

'For years, organic advocates have called on personal care companies to fix their improper 'organic' labels, but our recent purchasing shows the industry is still rife with unsubstantiated organic claims.'

What do readers, customers, and other Bloggers think about these vexing issues?

Anti-Ageing: dare to bare a nude face to the world?

Madonna's nude face in the news today has been as refreshing as her photographic exploits in the early 90's! Whatever she might have undergone to achieve it, the look certainly suits her.

It has also inspired me to share tips on enjoying the best organic facial care skincare -whether you are sporting a ton of makeup or rocking the au naturelle approach.

Anti-ageing Facial Oil from organic pioneers, Green People, is rich in Omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and pure essential oils, to improve skin elasticity and deliver beautiful, age-defying results.

Apply to face, neck and décolletage ... This little miracle worker also contains the organic nutrient-rich plant extract Lecithin, which not only generates sensationally silky smooth skin, but also reduces ‘trans-epidermal water loss’. The results are plumping and nourishing. Rosehip Oil is famed for its anti-wrinkle, rejuvenating and repairing properties, especially when combined with Lecithin - it works to naturally protect skin cells and reduce visible ageing.

99.9% certified organic Facial Oil contains nutrient-packed, skin-nourishing plant oils and pure essential oils. Sunflower and Safflower (Thistle Seed) oils are added for their rich content of Omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, and Avocado oil supplies high doses of vitamin A, D and E. Rose Geranium Oil balances sebum production, and has an anti inflammatory function, and gentle floral scent. Rosemary also stimulates blood circulation £16.85 (30ml).

Gentle Tone, £8.95 (50ml) is the perfect partner to support your daily facial routine. Treat your skin to this beautiful organic formulation which can increase collagen production by 100% and reduce wrinkles by 7%.

Used over time as part of your day to day skin care regime this little gem will improve elasticity and offer increased long-term firming and toning on your face.




USER TIP! Create a regular overnight ‘fix’ by applying the Anti-ageing Facial Oil direct, or combine one or two drops of with hydrating, Gentle Tone as a moisturiser to nourish and boost skin condition.

Skin Care: Plant Care For You?

by jekky

Green skin care products, less damage to human skin, but some people use may cause allergic

To promote low-carbon lifestyle nowadays, and the forces of the green Environmental protection The fashion is also blown up the field of skin care. This year's spring and summer skin care from the counter, etc. understand that, in the brand new skin care products listed in the category with the green skin greatly increased. Counter skin care products, beauty consultants have said, green skin care products, less damage to human skin, is more suitable for everyday use.

Skin Care: Plant Care for You?

Plant plant skin care really? News from Cadence department stores, excellent skin care counters the city department learned that former main high-tech composite skin care product brands, the new skin care products introduced this year, the increased number of plant skin care series, in addition, more Some main green, organic material continuously adjusted counter skin care products enter the market, and by consumers. Speaking from the price, both up and down some of the tens of dollars cheaper domestic brands of skin care products, some by foreign high-end cosmetics brand launched expensive pure plant skin care series. Green concept of skin care products as springing, and quickly occupied the whole skin care market.

Cadence dream makeup counters in department stores beauty consultant, said the market name of plants there are many skin care products under the banner, but if we look carefully identify the part of all ingredients, you can find these products do not exist in any plant factor, or plant material only a small part. "Now the whole country with a cosmetic ingredient labeling, in fact to the consumer to identify a good opportunity. Some of the products of plant extracts in their names written in the words, but a look at the ingredient list, full of chemicals, and plant nothing to do. "

It is understood that, although the name of "plant made" a lot of skin care products, but in accordance with the current technology level, not the existence of a pure plant-made skin care products, skin care purchasing plants, look at the main active ingredient is not natural materials, in addition, the effect of plant skin care, also inseparable from the process level.

And Not suitable for everyone Green trend in this stock, the brand launched products Sell Shove plant skin care, has become the market norm. However, the reporter has learned a lot of beauty of the plant skin Querang among the strokes. Li Shan is also studying beauty, she had read a lot of people plant a small skin injury on the skin, do not give an additional burden on the skin, but also follow the trend of buying a high-tech plant extract of the skin known as milk, the results using Once the skin is allergic to the entire face covered with red spot, saw the doctor that she was allergic to aloe, which is the main ingredient in skin care products, aloe.

This, the excellent home town department store beauty counter consultant Melody said, plant and synthetic skin care products, skin care products than a lot of skin allergies can reduce the phenomenon, but, as ordinary people will be on the same part of the plant or pollen allergies plant skin care products can not be "universal." "The key is to consult a clear component of consumers to choose better quality skin care products of plants." House merlot beauty consultant said that the current main market of plant components to aloe, orange blossom, lavender, rose, etc, the the Plants are generally hypoallergenic, but still some people have allergies, so choices must pay more attention, or the first trial in counters, identified not allergic to before buying.

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5 Great Beauty Secrets

by Jamie Hanson

It is generally stated, "Beauty lies in the Eyes of the Beholder". Now things are quite different. If you genuinely would like to win over somebody, you should look wonderful. Though, internal beauty speaks for your soul, but your external beauty plays a significant role to speak for your self. You have got quite a few beholders that you fulfill daily, the list starts with your loved one, then fellow workers, close friends, employer as well as many others. Thus, you should look perfect and confident while you are presenting yourself in front of others. For this, you will need to find out several fantastic beauty secrets that grant you a perfect look as well as presence. These few beauty secrets will help you reach your expectations:

1. Make-up: You should use make-up to emphasize your features and not to distract someone. Make-up enhances your external looks so it is necessary to apply some make-up before you leave your home. You should always remember to apply the make up shades depending on the occasion and location. If you are leaving for your workplace, put on light as well as simple make-up, by only covering your spots as well as using a blush-on with light natural hue of lipstick. To look perfect for a wedding celebration, you should choose darker and shimmery shades to reflect your persona and status. Remember to clean all the make-up before going to bed.

2. Diet: To have a glowing complexion and a healthy looking skin, eat a balanced diet. Drinking plenty of water will help clear away all the harmful toxins as well as grant you a fresh skin that radiates with health. Keep away from unhealthy and imbalanced meals as these harm your skin and body rather than doing anything good.

3. Exercise: Exercising not just assists you to remain healthy, but it also helps you to look wonderful. With proper exercise routine, you improve your metabolism rate which improves your digestion process. This helps to clear away all the dirty waste stored in your body strengthening the blood quality as well as giving you a young looking skin. Moreover, you have improved stamina and higher energy levels.

4. Be positive: Your thinking influences your beauty. If you are stressed all the day, you will discover that you look quite old as well as aged by the end of the day. But if you are happy and tension free, you look more beautiful by the end of the day. If you think positive, you feel pleased. A pleased mind reflects a pleased face. Happiness reduces the signs of ageing thereby preventing formation of wrinkles on your skin.

5. Beauty products: Last but not the least, high quality beauty products help to enhance your beauty. Yet, you will have to invest some good sum of cash to get original as well as branded makeup products that are of remarkable quality. Remember, cheap quality products tend to ruin your skin in some time. Thus, if in case you would like to preserve the quality of you skin as well as look wonderful all day long, you will need to invest in high quality cosmetics for example shampoos, conditioners, skin creams as well as lotions as well as other make-up essentials. Massaging your body with essential oils or regular visits to a professional beauty expert helps you to look perfectly beautiful right from your hair strand to your toe nail!

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Vote for Organic Self Tan - Psychologies Mag Positive Beauty Awards

Psychologies Magazine is celebrating a powerful link between beauty and self-confidence, with the upcoming POSITIVE BEAUTY AWARDS to recognise the star products that make us all feel better about ourselves.

A panel of leading beauty and well-being experts have already longlisted their all-time favourites, and they also want to discover which ones put a spring in the nation’s step – so this competition gets to end up in a vote!

Organic Self Tan is nominated, and you can support us by voting for it today - just scroll 'next' to Page 2 where it is the section for 'BEST TANNING PRODUCT', and we are listed as No.12!

Our outstanding self tan is totally 'glistening' with accolades, and and we are confident it really works a treat. But don't just listen to the PR's blurb. We recently had a terrific testimonial about it on our Facebook pages, which is lovelier still when you realise that a male customer, Christopher wanted to let us know he is enjoying looking his summery best:

‘I've just tried the Green People Self-Tan for the first time and it is AMAZING! Not only am I now a subtle glowing golden colour but I also don't smell "biscuitty" as I have done with other brands of self-tan - just a really nice, subtle perfume as it develops. I'm hooked and I'll recommend to friends!’

'Green Parent' Natural Beauty Award success - 3 winners and 3 commended!

A team of eco experts at Green Parent magazine have been working hard with the Editor, Melissa over the last few weeks. They were testing a wide range of fantastic natural products. They've now gathered all the results together, and we are delighted to say that 6 of our Green People products have made the grade.

Our outright winners at The Green Parent Natural Beauty Awards 2011 are;
BEST SHOWER GEL WINNER: GREEN PEOPLE
BEST CONDITIONER WINNER: GREEN PEOPLE
BEST MEN'S HAIR PRODUCT WINNER: GREEN PEOPLE

'Itch Away Shampoo' is fast becoming a new hero for everyone looking to get sleek after the hassles of wearing a speckled mane and scalp. Ananas Sativus, better known as Pineapple extract is a revolutionary ingredient with unique levels of Bromelain, which removes dead skin cells and prevents further build up – so the scalp stays flake-free.

This is great, natural news for those fighting hair loss. Any build up of dead skin cells on the scalp causes congestion, so blood flow restricts to the hair follicles (if starved of oxygen and nutrients, they die and hair falls out). As the pineapple extract removes dead skins cells and encourages clear healthy follicles, it reduces potential hair loss as it works.


BEST BODY SCRUB HIGHLY COMMENDED: GREEN PEOPLE
BEST SHAMPOO HIGHLY COMMENDED: GREEN PEOPLE
BEST BABY LOTION HIGHLY COMMENDED: GREEN PEOPLE

Best of all, we know that the products chosen are some of the most loved too! (testers raved in the pages of The Anti Ageing Beauty Bible this Spring 2011). More details and links will follow via our social media pages on Facebook and Twitter.

All of the other winners will be formally announced in a beautiful guide which will be available with the Aug/Sept edition of Green Parent magazine, published on 15th July and available from WH Smiths, Sainsburys, Waitrose, M&S, newsagents and health food stores.