The idea for Avado Organics came about when Tammy Fenner had her second child Lucy. Lucy had extremely sensitive skin and was prone to breakouts of eczema. All the products Tammy tried at the time would dry her skin out even more. On impulse one evening Tammy added some avocado oil to Lucy’s bath (at … Read More ...
Weight Loss: Honey Water In The Morning
Experts say, the first thing you should do when you get up in the morning is to drink a glass of light honey water. You should pick honey which is liquid without crystallization, the color should be light, and the flavor should not be too sweet. By drinking honey water you can both add moisture … Read More ...
Honey Water Toner Recipe
A healing astringent toner for skin that is oily & blemished. As this is an all natural toner be sure to store in a clean bottle and keep in the fridge to keep it fresh.
YOU WILL NEED
5ml ( 1tsp ) honey
100ml purified water
5ml (1 tsp ) apple cider vinegar ( go … Read More ...
DIY Hydrating Grape Mask
A hydrating mask for all skin types. Crushed grapes are very soothing, cooling and toning to the skin. Below is a recipe small enough for one or two applications. Mask once made is to be stored in the fridge and used within 4-5 days. Remember to wash the grapes thoroughly before making your mask.
YOU … Read More ...
Fresh from The Fridge DIY Mask For Dry Skin
BENEFITS OF TAHINI
Tahini is a source of calcium, protein and B vitamins, also a good source of essential fatty acids (EFA), these EFA’s are used in helping to maintain healthy skin.
With high levels of vitamin E tahini helps to reduce the rate of ageing in body cells. ( That can’t be a bad … Read More ...
DIY Face Moisturizer For Everyday Use
Earlier this week I posted a recipe for to make your own base cream for a moisturiser. Today I am posting 1 of many DIY recipes for variations of facial moisturisers. With mothers day coming up why not give mum something from the heart made by you.
This facial moisturiser is perfect for normal … Read More ...
DIY Lady Luck Bath Salts – Perfect For Mothers day
Using the basic bath salts recipe I posted about previously you can add your own herbal extracts, botanicals & clays to make an aromatic blend that will lift mums heart, soothe her mind and evoke positive feelings about her inner beauty. A long hot soak in the tub with a good handful of these bath … Read More ...
Vapour Organic Beauty – Review
WHO ARE VAPOUR ORGANIC BEAUTY?
Vapour
is a new prestige beauty company set to revolutionize the luxury beauty market with its innovative delivery system, unparalleled skin affinity and sophisticated color artistry. In a market filled with thousands of similar products distinguished only by packaging and branding, Vapour shines as the first truly 21st century … Read More ...
DIY Chocolate Face Mask Recipe
I came across this article @ The Merry Chocoholic
CHOCOLATE FACE MASK RECIPE – A guilt free way to nourish your skin – By Biljana
Not only is it diet friendly, this chocolate face mask recipe is an excellent moisturizer that leaves your skin soft and glowing. Known about since the times of the Mayas … Read More ...
Cosima nominated in 2011 Telstra Business Awards
You may or may not of seen a recent review/giveaway I did on Cosima Skincare. I have some exciting news ……… Cosima has been nominated in the 2011 Telstra Business Awards and there is a peoples vote for the first time this year, click here to show your support and make your vote count. For … Read More ...
DIY Chocolate Soap
One warning before you start: you need to know the basics of soapmaking before you try this. There are many, many books and websites out there that can get you started. But in the meantime click here for a basic rundown of HOT PROCESS soapmaking
CHOCOLATE SOAP
Ingredients
8 ounces of shortening
6 ounces of … Read More ...
And The Winner Is ……………
Congratulations Christine B you are the lucky winner of a……………
A PURESTUF GIFT BOX
CONTAINING THE FOLLOWING
1 x Mermaid Cleanser
1 x Goddess Day cream
1 x Bliss Night Cream
1 x Glow Face Scrub
1 x Purestuff Skin Tea
RRP $ 230… Read More ...
DIY Bath Salt Recipe Formula
Bath salts are versatile, are quick and easy to make and make wonderful gifts.
Soothing, Calming, Relaxing,Peaceful, rejuvenating, invigorating, cleansing, purifying, refreshing, energising, vitalising, restoring – the list goes on!!!
Just choose your essential oils and other natural ingredients to suit your mood – lay back and enjoy with some soothing candle and a glass … Read More ...
Base Cream Recipe From Scratch
When making your own body lotions/face creams you have 2 options: you can either make your own or buy one. Below is a recipe for a basic cream/lotion base.
When making a cream from scratch there are two stages that must be considered – the oil phase and the water phase. They must be kept … Read More ...
Brown Rice Miso & Honey Body Paste
Genmai or brown rice miso mixed with honey makes a rich and delicious body paste. Miso is full of skin smoothing amino acids. extend this to your face for a nourishing treat.
YOU WILL NEED
2 tablespoons of honey
1 tablespoon brown rice miso
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
1. Combine the ingredients to form … Read More ...