Khaki green is an earth colour, the camouflage of the warrior. Our tooth cleanser is dressed for battle. Not the toothpaste usual bright green gel, but a dull, khaki green. Maybe not the most common colour for a tooth paste, we agree. But once you understand the goal and master the usage, the khaki takes…
“This Neem Salve is a LIFESAVER.” Says Sabina, one of our valued customers. It saved her from a recurring rash on her face. She is one of many that have fallen in love with our salve. “Your neem salve has changed my life. No more breakouts.” Says J.Smitty from Ontario. We hear… “Phenomenal” Or simply just, “Wow.”…
Back in the peak of the Black Death (1348-1350) when everyone was dying left right and centre, a quartet of thieves were captured and threatened with being burned alive for their crimes against the plaque victims. Let’s ask the thieves how they stayed safe. “Why,†implored the judge, “can you go about committing such horrific…
Dear Cosmetic World, It’s all about the toner. We mostly love you, but true to form, you confuse us once again. What is the difference between a toner and an astringent and should we care? I think yes, but let’s read on. A toner is water based. An astringent is alcohol based. At least it…
Our skin often feels it could use a little help. This typical morning cleansing ritual described below would not occur if you truly knew what you were doing. Natural organic facial cleanser and Body washes are in. They smell great. Affordable. Functional. What more should one ask for? How about asking for a cleanser that…
Year: Future – After CovidSetting: Street Vendor Kiosk: The truth be told about cosmetics Cosmetics – Learning what not to buy Customer points at a cream jar, “I would like to try that moisturizer, please, Monsieur.†Jean Francois: “Oh madam, I think you have NOT made a good selection in a face cream. Non, non. Malheureusement, that…
The other evening, I asked my husband to humour me in mime. Intrigued to be on stage, he paused the TV news. “Ok. What’s up?†he asked. “You are entering a store and are greeted by the sanitizing dispenser. What do you do?†He mimes pressing the pump, receiving the imaginary glop onto the palm…
“Amazon delivery! Wahoo! My new shadow from Colourpop is here, Spiker.†Val chimes to her pet lab as he barks his approval. She then rips open the package and being smart and savvy, peruses the label. “OK. Label. Let’s see what you say. Everyone is telling me to READ YOU. So here goes.†Val scrunches…
Natural skin nutrition – Salmon, kale, eggs, tuna. All high in Retinol. Cheese. Liver, Cod, Squash. All high in retinol. Aka Vitamin A, an essential. When consuming fatty acids, we also consume the fat-soluble vitamins, like retinol. Our skin needs it. Today, with Covid precautions that dictate recommended products on the skin, we need all…
The cure to dry cracked hands – Covid Hands. Dry, raw, red, cracked, sometimes bleeding. Many people suffering terribly. Sanitizing with alcohol based cleansers and or wearing gloves for hours on end are heroic deeds executed by heroes. I received this testimonial from Danette. I do not know where she lives. I do not know…
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