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A Recipe For Healthy Skin

Sara Roderick — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:30:16 +0000

Skintillating products, delicious results!

Organic honey, cocoa powder, sage, peppermint, green tea, alfalfa. No, these aren’t the ingredients in Urth Caffe’s newest smoothie; they are however, just a few of the organic elements in the Active Enzyme Exfoliator and Cacao Q10 Antioxidant Renewal Mask by Josh Rosebrook.

Josh Rosebrook, appropriately named after its creator, is a 100% organic chemical-free skin care line – this means no parabens, sulfates, petro-chemicals, artificial colors, fillers, fragrances, synthetic preservatives, DEAs, MEAs, TEAs or GMOs (whew!). According to Rosebrook, chemicals are not anti-aging and the body cannot process synthetic materials in the same way it does natural products. “Society as a whole needs to get off chemicals,” he argues, as consumers “…don’t know what they’re getting…and that what they are getting is not ok.”

Because there are no fillers or chemicals in the line, his products have about a 14-month shelf life, which shouldn’t be a problem, however, as you’ll just eat – we mean use them up!

Sometimes you feel like a nut

Josh Rosebrook’s Active Enzyme Exfoliator is full of herbal enzymes and walnut shell particles, which really work at sloughing off dead skin cells. In doing so, nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other good-for-you ingredients easily seep into your skin. A small amount (about the size of a dime) takes you far.

YDT Tip: this exfoliator works great on elbows and knees too!

For the chocolate lover

The Cacao Q10 Antioxidant Renewal Mask is like chocolate heaven for your skin. Smooth on a thin layer, let dry, then wash off. Your face will instantly feel smoother and even tighter, which makes sense as it helps stimulate collagen and elastin production, and its CoQ10 anti-oxidants work to “detoxify, scavenge and neutralize free radicals,” which cause aging.

Purchase Josh Rosebrook’s Active Enzyme Exfoliator ($60) and Cacao Q10 Antioxidant Renewal Mask ($60) online or in-store at the The Parlour on 3rd. The first 25 people to call in their product orders to The Parlour on 3rd will receive 20% off the Active Enzyme Exfoliator. Please call 323-651-4200.

Images via Flickr user savor_soaps and Josh Rosebrook.

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Save Face. Take Your Vitamins!

Alissa Pittenger — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:32:08 +0000

For beautiful skin, hair and nails, take your ABC’s!

Vitamins are the key building blocks to the structure of our cells. So when we deplete our bodies of these nutrients we see the effects outwardly first in our skin, hair and nails.

You hate vitamins, you say? But you want to look your best and age gracefully, right? So to get the most out of your beauty routine (while taking care of the rest of you), make sure the supplements you swallow and the beauty products you apply contain these key vitamins.

Vitamin A (beta-carotene)

Wards off dry, flaky skin and scalp, reduces wrinkles and controls acne. Look for beauty products with at least one natural Vitamin A source like: apples, carrot juice or Carrot Seed Oil. Try Say Yes To Carrots’™ Moisturizing Day Cream. Take an organic multi-vitamin that contains the DRI* of 5000 IU. I recommend New Chapter® Organics One Daily’s vitamin series.

Vitamin B (all the B’s!)

Prevents hair loss, inflammation and itchy skin conditions. Look for beauty products that contain a Vitamin B source like: honey, avocado or banana. Try Sensatia’s™ Wild Honey Day Barrier Cream. Since we need to account for all the B’s, take an organic multi-vitamin that gives you 100% daily value for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Biotin, and Pantothenic Acid.

Vitamins C (l-ascorbic acid) & E (tocopherol)

Reverses sun damage and wrinkles; stimulates collagen. Look for beauty products that contain natural Vitamin C sources: citrus fruits, Rose Hip Seed Oil, kiwifruit and these natural Vitamin E sources: Argan Oil, Jojoba Oil and Wheat Germ Oil. Try L’uvalla’s Age-Defying Cream. In a multi-vitamin, look for 75 mg of C and 30 IU of E.

Omega Fatty Acids (the good fats)

Rids the skin of inflammation, acne and pre-mature aging. Look for beauty products that contain natural forms of omegas like: flax seeds, sunflower, pumpkin and olives. Try MyChelle’s Pumpkin Renew Cream. Take a vitamin supplement that contains a balanced ratio of Omegas 3, 6 and 9.

*All Dietary Reference Intakes courtesy of the FDA.

Your Daily Thread makes no health or medical claims to the above statements. Before taking dietary supplements, always consult your doctor.

Photos courtesy of Etsy user Polly Jones.

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Perfect Pumpkin Peel Facial

Alissa Pittenger — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:23:17 +0000

Get that radiant glow your skin deserves this October! Win a Pumpkin Peel from Premium Skin Care by Diana.

Become a member of Your Daily Thread and automatically be entered to win a glamorous treat valued at $215. Get your skin in tip top holiday shape with our favorite organic facialist and mother nature’s greenest peel…the pumpkin!

Our skin naturally sheds every 25 to 28 days. With age, this process slows which causes dull, tired looking skin. So exfoliate all the dead skin cell build up away! A pumpkin enzyme peel and facial is just what October ordered. The Pumpkin Peel promotes collagen production and builds elasticity. Who doesn’t want that?

Add to that an extra LED Light Therapy boost customized for your skin type. I tell ya, you will leave bedazzled. Stop in before your holiday parties boys and girls. Show off the radiant you inside.

Diana is only giving away one deluxe pumpkin package, so sign up to win and/or enter friends. You won’t want to miss this!

Photos courtesy of weheartit.com.

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The Next Generation Facial

Alissa Pittenger — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:30:49 +0000

Stop the Botox, fillers and surgical lifts forever…try LED light therapy and micro current technologies!

Where do employees of Jurlique, Dermalogica and Arcona go for facials? The best kept organic anti-aging facialist secret in town, Diana Ralys in Santa Monica! She has major cred with over 30 International Dermal Institute certifications in areas like rosacea, acne, inflammation and sun damage!

Diana’s facials are AH-mazing and incomparable. Here’s why. She combines active organic products, volcanic clay, Argan oil and the two most exciting non-invasive and non-toxic skin treatments: LED light therapy and micro current lifts!

Here’s the lowdown on these two exciting techniques…

1. LED Light Therapy

I recently learned of the astounding benefits of LED light therapy. NASA’s studies show that cells exposed to LED Light have a 150% enhancement rate to repair damaged cells. Cosmetic results have been significant reductions in skin break outs, wrinkles, rosacea and sun spots, all from laying under a special light! I made calls to several spas in the Los Angeles area and found that Diana offers advanced equipment with affordable treatment prices. Here are the various LED lights she uses in her 30 minute sessions.

Red: stimulates collagen, cell turnover; increases circulation and moisture retention; reduces hyper-pigmentation, inflammation; reduces wound healing time.

Blue: kills bacteria; minimizes acne; delivers oxygen.

Yellow: increases blood circulation; promotes lymph circulation.

Green: cools, soothes; improves epidermal hyper-pigmentation.

2. Micro Current Lift

Remember the French approach to face lifts? Well in case you’ve fallen flat on your routine, Diana’s micro current machine will re-educate those muscles. The machine delivers low frequency electrical currents that work with the body to firm slack muscles. Don’t be scared…it feels like tiny vibrations. I literally felt like the skin on my face was pulled taut–a face lift without the knife!

Results:

- Diminishes fine lines, wrinkles and expression lines

- Plumps up muscle

- Reduces jowls and double chin

- Lifts droopy eyelids

- Increases lymphatic drainage

- Firms and lifts face

Can’t wait to get started? Diana is offering $25 to be used towards any procedure or gift card! Just mention Your Daily Thread at checkout. To book your appointment call (310) 264-2228 or book online.

Images courtesy of Diana Ralys and Flickr user autumnsensation.

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A Joya(ful) Treat

Alissa Pittenger — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:03:08 +0000

Joya gives away one Reserve Collection set to one lucky YDT subscriber! Hand made in New York, each unique personal care product is made without petrolatum products, parabens, sulfates or artificial colors and packed in recycled materials whenever possible.

Each collection includes:

Joya Reserve Scented Candles
A signature blend of soy, beeswax and vegetable oils.

Joya Reserve Hand & Body Creams
Contains 100% pure jojoba oil and vitamin E, lightly scented.

Joya Reserve Liquid Hand Soap
Features over 70% certified organic botanicals, shea butter, hydrating oat and apple proteins.

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Aguacate & Co Discount & Gift Card

Alissa Pittenger — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 23:07:53 +0000

Aguacate & Co. Skin Line formulates premium organic skin care rituals to rebalance skin. Try their Facial Cleansing Gel, a wild oat and organic honey combo that stimulates and tones with one product. Follow with their Soothing Facial Lotion that smells like rose and coconut. So luxurious!

What’s even more, Aguacate’s products are certified vegan – fabulous for your skin and our furry friends!

Enjoy a special 20% off online with code: THREAD. We will also pick one new subscriber to win a $20 gift card to use towards your purchase of Aguacate products. aguacateandco.com

We love their rose water based Toning Spray to bring pH levels back to neutral.

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Monday Musts

Sara Roderick — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 20:45:25 +0000

Prettycity.com has partnered up with SHAPE magazine to kick off their 2^nd Annual Green & Gorgeous campaign, with an eco-fabulous event set to take place Wednesday, June 9 from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Environment Furniture Showroom in L.A. Get gorgeous with complimentary spa and salon services, makeovers, an eco-SWAG bag and more! This must attend event costs $10 for admission, but be one of the first 50 people to subscribe to EcoStiletto and then register here with the code “eco” to get in free.

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Got a passion for eco-fashion? If so, join Indigenous this Friday evening (June 11, from 7 to 11 p.m.) at the Agura West Hollywood to celebrate 15 years of Fair Trade Fashion. This is a Guest List Only event, so you must be one of the first 250 people to RSVP. For details, please visit their blog or contact matt@indigenousdesigns.com for more information and to RSVP.

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Argan Oil: Your Natural Fountain of Youth

Alissa Pittenger — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 06:50:23 +0000

What is this mysterious exotic oil that’s climbing the beauty charts? This “liquid gold” out of Morocco, is giving new life to cosmetics and your skin. Do you wish to erase your wrinkles without Botox? Have tight skin without a facelift? Heal acne and acne scars without costly laser treatments? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, well then let me introduce you to Argan Oil!

Native to Morocco, the hardy Argan Tree grows wild in semi-desert soil and survives for 150–200 years against soil erosion and harsh Saharan winds. The tree flowers in April and bears a fruit with the valuable prize inside, a kernel with small oil-rich seeds. These are harvested, ground and pressed to make the nutty oil (tastes like peanut butter) used for cosmetics and cooking. Argan oil remains one of the rarest oils in the world due the small and very specific growing areas.

Argan oil is exceptionally rich in natural tocopherols (vitamin E), rich in phenols and phenolic acid, rich in carotenes, rich in squalene, rich in essential fatty acids. What that means in a nutshell is it is the most potent topical ingredient you can own to protect your skin’s lipid barrier and increase collagen production. You will actually produce and speed up collagen! Did you hear me? Who doesn’t want to create and rebuild new collagen that you have otherwise lost due to age, environmental damage, genetics and other factors? As a woman who’s just turned 30 and who lives under LA’s rays, I am excited about these sorts of things!

I’ve been using an Argan Oil on my face every night for a full month and the results are already quite obvious. My eye area specifically is saying goodbye to fine lines while also lifting and tightening that delicate skin. I also use this oil to heal zits OVERNIGHT, no joke, and to soften scars left by old ones. But don’t take my word for it, try it out yourself! I will personally continue this fountain of youth treatment, as all I’ve found has been extremely positive.

As with any beauty product, quality is definitely important and there are several brands out there. I would recommend a 100% organic grade like Kaé Argan Oil (available on lushoasis.com) and Josie Maran’s Argan Oil (available at Sephora). If you don’t like the nutty smell, try Marie Veronique Organics Anti-Aging Oil+, which contains a high concentration of Argan Oil within a blend of other oils. If a lotion is your thing, get a potent dose with my utmost favorite face lotion by L’uvalla ‘s Age Defying Cream (available at Whole Foods). All these products will run around $50 for an ounce and last several months.

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