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Whether switching to organic produce or driving a hybrid car, going green is not only for the earth-friendly, but for today's health-conscious consumer. But what about the latest movement-green for beauty? Celebrities like Angela Jolie and Courtney Cox Arquette are turning organic products into the hottest beauty trend. Thanks to this amazing new beauty guide, The Green Beauty Guide, readers can now learn the look-gorgeous green secrets that the rich and famous employ.
Hairsprays, makeup, lotions, perfumes, soaps, shampoos and so many other beauty and hygiene products contain chemicals that are harmful to our bodies. The Green Beauty Guide has all the answers about which beauty products to use, what organic really means in the beauty industry, and why organic is a better choice for overall appearance. Written by a registered nutrition specialist and creator/owner of a new organic skin-care line, this beauty bible recognizes that women spend billions of dollars collectively each year on products that make them look good...yet may not be good for them or the environment. The Green Beauty Guide is the elixir Readers will discover:
- What marketing buzzwords like 'Dermatologist tested, ' 'Allergy Tested, ' 'Non-Irritating and 'Hypoallergenic' really mean
- Dangerous skincare ingredients to avoid
- The difference between natural, organic, and biodynamic and why it matters
- How to shop for the best organic beauty products without spending a fortune
- The simple truth behind sun protection and what you need to protect your skin
- How to save beauty dollars by making homemade cleansers, toners, and moisturizers
Readers of The GreenBeauty Guide will also learn about the best hair care, teeth care, shaving tips, baby skin care, organic beauty detox, bottled water dos and don'ts, best juices for the complexion, vitamins and supplements for hair and skin, organic fragrances, organic bug repellents, how to make organic soy candles and so much more.
Synopsis
Go green and get gorgeous
The promise of beauty is as close as the drugstore aisle--shampoo that gives your hair more body, lotions that smooth away wrinkles, makeup that makes your skin look flawless, and potions that take it all off again. But while conventional products say they'll make you more beautiful, they contain toxins and preservatives that are both bad for the environment and bad for your body--including synthetic fragrances, petrochemicals, and even formaldehyde. In the end, they damage your natural vitality and good looks.
Fortunately, fashion writer, nutritionist, and beauty maven Julie Gabriel helps you find the true path to natural, healthy, green beauty. She helps you decipher labels on every cosmetic product you pick up and avoid toxic and damaging chemicals with her detailed Toxic Ingredients List. You'll learn valuable tips on what your skin really needs to be healthy, glowing, and youthful.
Julie goes one-step further--and shows you how to make your own beauty products that feed your skin, save your bank account, and are healthy for your body and the environment, such as:
• Cleansing creams and oils • toners • facials • under eye circle remedies • anti-aging serums • lip balms • scrubs • exfoliators • clay and cleansing masks
• moisturizers • acne treatments • makeup remover • teeth whiteners • shampoos, conditioners • fragrances • sun protection • bug repellants • baby products • and much more! With her friendly, thorough, and helpful advice; fabulous beauty recipes; product recommendations and ratings; Toxic Ingredients List; and a complete appendix of online resources, Julie Gabriel gives you all the information you need to go green without going broke and become a more natural, healthy, and beautiful you.
About the Author
Julie Gabriel is a registered nutrition specialist (RHN) educated at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. She launched a series of workshops titled 'New Mom's Diet' in Toronto. She is in the process of launching her own organic skincare line called Petite Marie Organics. Julie has been writing and editing fashion and beauty for about 15 years. In 1992 she worked in production at CNN's Style with Elsa Klensch. She was the associate beauty editor in Harper's Bazaar (Eastern European editions, 1998-2000), beauty editor in Atmospheres (2001-2001) and has written over five hundred articles and features on fashion, beauty and lifestyle.