New Natural Bath Guide Published by Osmia Organics

Carbondale, CO (PRWEB) April 02, 2013

Osmia Organics, a new line of natural and organic soap, skin care, and perfumery, has published an article about natural bath enhancements. The company, founded by Dr. Sarah Villafranco, is focused on bridging luxury skin care with environmentally-conscious ingredients and packaging. Dr. Villafranco's philosophy is that natural skin care does not need to feel less luxurious or be any less effective than the top, mainstream products, most of which are filled with chemicals that are increasingly being shown to have negative, sometime serious, health effects.

In the article, Dr. Villafranco explains how the bath is an especially important place to avoid the use of these types of toxic chemicals. One reason explained is that the absorption rate of the skin, the body's largest organ, is substantially higher when immersed in warm water, due to peripheral vasodilation. This increase in absorption applies to anything in the bath water or applied to the skin after a warm bath, whether natural and beneficial or synthetic and potentially detrimental. Another point of consideration is the large quantity of water used in a bath: if the bath water is full of sulfates, phthalates, and ethoxylated compounds, those compounds end up in the water treatment facilities or septic fields, where they have been shown to have harmful consequences for humans, plants, and wildlife.

She goes on to explain that while the bath tub is an especially bad place for chemicals, it is an especially good place for organic and botanical enhancements. The article outlines some of the options for taking a natural bath, including salts, milk, herbs, oils, and essential oils. Most people know about bath salts, but perhaps don't understand the mechanism by which they replenish moisture in the skin, which is explained in the article. Using milk and herbs in the tub are less common, but equally effective, ways to add nourishing qualities to the bath water. The addition of essential oils and dried botanicals add an aromatherapy component, as well, resulting in a relaxed mind in addition to softer skin and happy muscles.

For more information about using environmentally-conscious skin care, and to learn more about how to make a luxurious, natural bath, visit http://www.osmiaorganics.com.

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Stylish Organics Holds Earth Day Appeal for the Eco Passionate

Stanton, New Jersey (PRWEB) April 18, 2013

Monday, April 22, 2013 will be the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day and those consumers concerned with the negative environmental impact of manufactured items are especially searching out green products. Gearing up for Spring and the Earth Day celebrations, Stylish Organics is offering a new line-up of products including responsible fashions for kids, women, and men; organic skin care and cosmetics; sustainable furniture and home d

Osmia Organics Releases New Detox Exfoliating Face Mask on Earth Day 2013

Carbondale, CO (PRWEB) April 22, 2013

Osmia Organics has a new take on exfoliation and facial masks - can't they be combined? The company has two exfoliating masks - the Protein Exfoliating Mask and, starting April 22, the Detox Exfoliating Mask. These dual-purpose powders come in dry form, and are combined with fresh water each for each use, using the included dish and stirring spatula.

With three kinds of "earth"- Rhassoul Clay, Fuller's Earth, and Pink Australian Clay - the Detox Exfoliating Mask is the ideal Earth Day release. Rhassoul Clay is rich in minerals, and can help with flaky, dry patches. Fuller's Earth clay is known for its skin-lightening effects, and can help control oily spots with its absorptive power. Pink Australian Clay is excellent for sensitive, dehydrated skin, drawing moisture to the skin. The dry powder, also comprising organic, raw powders of cacao bean and manuka honey, comes in a glass bottle with a small, reusable ceramic dish and stirring spatula. Making the mask fresh each time eliminates the need for harsh preservatives, which are commonly present in liquid masks. With this product, two teaspoons of powder are to be combined with 1.5 teaspoons of water to make a paste. Osmia's founder, Dr. Sarah Villafranco, says "When I first developed this detoxifying mask, I was so enchanted by the earth-plus-chocolate smell of the dark mixture that I chose not to add any essential oils for fragrance. The clays and cacao and honey look and smell like dark, rich, nourishing dirt - and who doesn't want to play in the mud?"

The face mask may be used in one of two ways. First, it may be used as a mild facial scrub alone - extremely finely-ground, organic, black walnut shells and organic olive leaf powder provide a gentle, physical resurfacing of the face, sloughing away older skin cells, addressing fine lines and dull skin. Alternatively, the paste may be applied as a mask: the clays and activated bamboo charcoal draw impurities from the skin, manuka honey heals and hydrates, and raw cacao provides nourishing fatty acids and gently tones with its inherent caffeine content. After the clays tighten and dry on the face (approximately 10-15 minutes), the mask may be softly massaged away, providing the exfoliating action at the end. (This is best done in the shower or tub to allow the mask to rinse away with less mess.) Pore size is minimized, and open comedones (blackheads) reduced. Due to the pulling and tightening action of the mask, very slight redness, especially in those with sensitive skin, may be experienced for up to 20 minutes, but will resolve, leaving the skin healthy and revitalized.

The detoxifying mask is suitable for all skin types. It should be used once a week as part of a skin care regimen to encourage cell turnover and deep cleansing of the pores. It may be followed, if needed, with a moisturizer or a facial serum.

For more information about Osmia products, or to purchase the Detox Exfoliating Mask, please visit http://www.osmiaorganics.com.

Black Soap Demystified in New Article Published by Dr. Sarah Villafranco of Osmia Organics

Carbondale, CO (PRWEB) May 01, 2013

Osmia Organics, a new line of natural and organic soap, skin care, and perfumery, released a new article today about two types of black soap, and their respective benefits for the skin. The company's founder, Dr. Sarah Villafranco, became increasingly intrigued by the soap as she came across a surprising number of claims that it had helped people with skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. In this short article, she explains the traditional, African method of making black soap, as well as the reasons it can be helpful for the above skin conditions.

For many years, "black soap" has caught the interest of consumers who suffer from various skin issues, starting with simply dry skin, and ranging all the way to more complex dermatological diagnoses. The soap has a near-mystical reputation among its devotees, which may be founded in, at the very least, some anecdotal evidence. The article examines reasons why the African soap might be helpful for alleviating some of these skin conditions, based on its component parts.

Dr. Villafranco, who has perioral dermatitis herself, then worked to develop a different version of the soap, based on her research and experience with her own skin. Her goal was to take the facts about African Black Soap and combine them with current-day, cold-process soapmaking techniques. Without losing the artisan process used by Osmia and many other independent soapmakers, Dr. Villafranco hoped to create a consistently reproduceable, domestically-made product with many of the same attributes, specifically designed for the face. "I loved the idea of using black soap, from the mystery of it to its notably high mineral content. But I wanted to create something of our own, which we could produce in predictable way, using as many certified organic ingredients as possible," says Villafranco.

Also explained in this article is the manner in which some of the ingredients (in both recipes) act on the skin. Ultimately, it seems to come down to moisture - helping skin cells retain water is one of the paramount goals of cosmetic formulation, and a high mineral content is one way of doing that.

Generally speaking, facial soap is steadily gaining popularity - making a comeback of sorts. While commercial face soaps of the last few decades have earned a reputation for being drying, loads of of smaller, artisanal companies are helping people understand that a handmade, natural soap can be more moisturizing than many liquid cleansers on the market today. Says Dr. Villafranco, "There is no reason to assume a face soap in bar form will be more harsh than a liquid cleanser. With the right process and carefully chosen ingredients, a bar soap can strike the perfect balance, and it doesn't come with unnecessary chemicals and a plastic bottle to throw away."

This article clearly explains the differences and similarities between time-honored, African Black Soap and Osmia's recently developed Black Clay Facial Soap. The benefits of each variety are considered, and the consumer is then left to make a more educated decision.

For more information, or to purchase the soap, please visit http://www.osmiaorganics.com.

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Stylish Organics Suggests Ways to Keep It Green With 12 Eco-Friendly Mothers Day Gift Ideas to Honor Your Mom and Mother Earth

Stanton, New Jersey (PRWEB) May 03, 2013

Taken for granted 364 days of the year, May 12th will find millions of people throughout the world honoring their Mother. "The foundation of most families, Moms have given life, taught right from wrong, and provided constant support," commented Lynn Lavanga owner of Stylish Organics. "Mothers Day is the time to pay them tribute in thanks for their efforts and love."

Knowing the importance of making Mom feel special, while honoring Mother Earth, http://www.stylishorganics.com has compiled a list of green gifts to make it easy for consumers looking for a unique organic or eco-friendly gift for Mom.

Following are a few green Mother's Day gift ideas to indulge Mom while protecting Mother Earth;

1. Luxurious Organic Beauty and Bath products including skin creams, body lotions, hand and feet

Avishi Organics Invites Pregnant Mothers'-to-be to Share Photos of their Beautiful Bellies for a Chance to Win $400

Bethesda, MD (PRWEB) May 16, 2013

Avishi Organics, developers of all-natural, high-performance skin care treatments for pregnancy and beyond, has launched a Beautiful Bellies Photo Contest, inspired by the inherent beauty of pregnancy. Contestants are invited to submit photos of their baby bumps that capture love, happiness and everything amazing about pregnancy and motherhood, for a chance to win a $ 400 Amazon gift card and a bottle of Avishi Organics Intensive Repair Oil for Stretch Marks and scars. Two runners-up will each receive a bottle of Avishis Intensive Stretch Mark and Scar repair oil.

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Health Food Emporium Joins Aubrey Organics to Announce Aubrey's New Skin Care Line

(PRWEB) June 01, 2013

Gail Bowman, owner of Health Food Emporium, said in a recent interview, "Aubrey Organics has revamped and revitalized their skin care line. If you are a regular Aubrey user, you already know about their commitment to pure, wholesome, petrochemical-free products. In addition, Aubrey has now added some new ingredients that have been clinically proven. This combination of the ingredients that we know and love, plus some new additions, bring Aubrey's skin care line current with new discoveries in natural skin care."

According to Aubrey Organics, in a recent publication, "Aubrey is still using their signature ingredients, organic Rosa Mosqueta, sea buckthorn, oat protein, CoQ10, organic shea butter, jojoba and aloe vera, and many others. But Aubrey's all-natural skin care line now also features many new, proven ingredients backed by clinical trials: rye seed extract, carnosine and milk thistle to reduce the appearance and depth of wrinkles; prickly pear, organic quinoa and milk protein peptides to firm skin; beet root extract to boost the skins moisture; sea aster to reduce redness and sensitivity; natural salicylic acid from willow bark to fight acne and blemishes, and many more.

"Like all of Aubrey Organics natural products, these new formulas are shaped by founder Aubrey Hamptons vision of blending centuries of old herbal traditions with new science.

"We believe great ingredients make great products. This is the simple philosophy at the heart of the natural personal care company Aubrey Hampton founded more than 45 years ago. Since the beginning, the high standards Aubrey set for themselves has not changed. Aubrey uses only the finest herbals, plant extracts and natural vitamins. Youll find no paraben preservatives, no artificial colors or fragrances, no petrochemicals in any of our products. "

Health Food Emporium is an online health food store that has been committed to providing natural, whole food, supplements and skin care since 2003.

John Masters Organics Canada Now on Facebook

(PRWEB) January 15, 2013

John Masters Organics Canada announced today they have started a page on Facebook, the world's largest social network.

John Masters Organics and their award winning, natural and organic hair, skin, and body care line now have a Facebook page to keep followers up to date on the latest happenings. In addition to beauty, celebrity, and product launch news, the John Masters Organics Canada Facebook page will include exclusive deals, contests, and giveaways.

John Masters Organics grew out of a desire to create a luxury beauty line that treats the earth with respect. The result is the culmination of the hard work performed by people all over the world. With wild-harvested ingredients, cold-pressed and steam distilled extracts, John Masters Organics is able to provide unparalleled care hair and skin. Only the worlds finest botanicals can make the worlds finest products.

John Masters Organics Canada is distributed by Integral Sense Brands. Integral Sense Brands was born out of consciousness to offer only the finest premium, certified organic, non-toxic, personal care products available. A distributor of brands such as butter LONDON, John Masters Organics, Antipodes Nature, Adara, and SAMA, their beauty categories available include: haircare, skincare, body-care, lacquers, cosmetics, and makeup.

Dolphin Organics announced today that it has begun national distribution with KeHE

Pound Ridge, NY (PRWEB) February 12, 2013

Dolphin Organics announced today that is has begun national distribution with KeHE. Both of their brands Dolphin Organics, a line of NSF certified organic personal care products for babies and young children, and DO Naturals their newest line of natural skin and hair products designed for tweens to young adults are available through KeHE. We have sold directly to customers via our website and through Abes Market. However, we know that the greatest barrier for many parents is shipping costs, states Ayo Hart, Co-Founder of the family-owned business. We will continue our direct sales to customers on our site because I thoroughly enjoy the personal connection with our parents. However, by entering our agreement with KeHE, we will make our award-winning products more readily available to families and local grocers nationwide.

Dolphin Organics is already on the shelves at all Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, all New Seasons Market, Metropolitan Market and Market of Choice in the Northwest, all Kimberton Whole Foods in Pennsylvania as well as dozens of natural markets, pharmacies and wellness centers across the country. Through KeHEs Tree of Life Division, Dolphin Organics will enjoy the benefit of over 40 years of distribution experience. Working with KeHE will accelerate our sales and distribution plan which Ayo and I laid out when we created Dolphin Organics, says Nigel Hart, Co-Founder.

About Dolphin Organics

Dolphin Organics has two brands in its portfolio: Dolphin Organics is a line of personal care products for babies and young children certified to NSF/ANSI 305 by QAI Inc. The products rate 0 - 1 on EWG's Skin Deep

emerginC Celebrates Healthy Skin with the Australian Launch of Their New Scientific Organics Coconut-argan Body Spray Oil

Sydney, Australia (PRWEB) May 31, 2013

Coconut-Argan Body Oil is emerginCs newest offering in the more recently released Scientific Organics range, a world first organic cosmeceutical skin care offer. The 100% natural spray offers multi-faceted skin benefits to include stimulating skin renewal, instant moisture and skin nourishment, antioxidant protection and promotion of a healthy skin barrier resulting in a healthy radiant skin.

Imbued with natural botanical extracts, Coconut-Argan Body Oil helps replenish and retain moisture levels of the skin and repair free radical damage. Formulated with coconut and argan oils as well as sweet almond, jojoba, apricot, grapeseed and clove oils, it works seamlessly to soften, nourish and calm the skin, while sealing in the goodness, preventing skin breakdown.

The addition of vitamin A and Malic Acid promote gentle skin exfoliation aiding in better skin absorption.

Working as a multipurpose product, the spray can be used as an excellent daily skin food, a post-sun body treatment or as a staple to your daily moisturising routine. The spray makes for a decadent hair, hand and foot treatment not to mention it can be used to prep skin in the days leading to spray tanning and works to prolong the appearance of a tan. The formulation of the product in a spray bottle also assists in increasing coverage across the skins surface, helping to ensure all areas of the body are moisturized and promoting an even skin tone and texture.

Price: $ 58