What Organic Skin Care Products Should be

What is the true definition of organic skin care? We if many of the leading cosmetics companies are to be believed, it means that as long as you include a smidgen of honey you can pretty much throw in anything else that you want. It’s those mystery ingredients in supposedly organic skin care products that you have to watch out for.

I refer to them as “mystery” ingredients not because the company is hiding anything really since the contents are posted right on the label. It’s because you would have to be a med school professor to know off the top of your head what half of those ingredients are. Most of these ingredients don’t pertain to organic skin care in any way.

That’s the problem with a great many organic skin care products being marketed today. The active ingredients contained in these creams are only there in small quantities, and even the in low doses. The rest of the ingredients are chemical preservatives and engineered fragrances.

Fragrances Could Be Carcinogenic

Methyl, ethyl, propyl, and butyl parabens are widely use in organic skin care creams as preservatives. Studies have suggested that these chemicals may cause cancer. They have also been found to interfere with the body’s endocrine system, as well as cause skin rashes and allergic reactions.

The fragrances added to most organic skin care products are made up of any number of chemical, many of which are known to be carcinogenic. A lot of the non cancer-causing chemicals used are recognized toxins, which can do a variety of damage including affecting your central nervous system.

Why would these poisons even be allowed in organic skin care creams anyway? The chemicals utilized to make up the fragrances absolutely should not be in any cosmetics products. Developing an artificial aroma for a cream serves no purpose other than to make that cream seem more appealing to you.

A Company Who Does It Right - They Care

There is a company based in New Zealand that simply refuses to use parabens preservatives in their organic skin care products. They don’t use fragrances either for that matter. Their belief is that the health of their customers is more important saving a few pennies through the inclusion of cheap, unnecessary, chemical additives.

This company holds the philosophy that organic skin care should mean exactly that, organic. They believe that when you open a tube of skin cream, the only thing that you should be able to smell is the pure, natural vegetable oils inside. I believe that they are absolutely right.

Real Organic Ingredients

Organic skin care products should include ingredients such as avocado oil, grape seed oil, passion fruit extract, and Japanese brown sea kelp. That certainly sounds a lot better than what you’re finding in many of these other popular products. It also sounds as if this product would be a lot better for you.

It is actually refreshing to know that there are still some companies left that care more about giving their customers a far superior product than they are about how large a profit they will turn. When it comes to organic skin care do yourself a favor, and turn to the people of New Zealand. I did and I can truthfully say their products work.

Margaret Bell is a dedicated advocate of living a healthy lifestyle and diligent researcher of skin care systems. Visit her site at: http://www.AHealthyRadiantSkin.com to discover which genuinely natural skin care line Margaret recommends. and uses after extensive comparisons. Be sure to sign up for her free Health newsletter. This article may be reprinted on a blog or website if this resource box is included.

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A Few Simple Steps to Make your Garden Look Great

The reason that I enjoy gardening so much, not only for myself, but working in other people’s gardens is the transformation that can be done, sometimes in a relatively small space of time. As such offering garden services to others is a pleasure and not a chore.

The main reasons for people calling in someone to look after their garden is because they simply don’t have the time but also because they lack the knowledge that is required to transform a basic ordinary garden into a colourful and tidy place that you can lounge and relax in on those hot balmy days during the summer months.

I am often called into gardens that have let nature take over, the main structure of the garden is in place, but the beds and borders have been swamped by weeds. The lawn is growing into the beds as well; they have lost their way and need redefining.

Garden Lawn Care

The lawn will need to be cut, preferably with a good rotary or cylinder mower. Hover mowers are great if you have banks and slopes to contend with, but a rotary or cylinder mowers will give your lawn the nice cut that is required. Rotary mowers have an advantage over the cylinder mower in that they are simpler to use and generally the ground does not have to be 100% even. They are also easier to maintain than a cylinder mower. A cylinder mower is generally used if you want a bowling effect lawn, which most people do not. To finish the lawn off you must always cut the edges. If the edges need redefining then use a lawn-edging tool.

Garden Beds and Borders

Always ensure the beds and borders of your garden are kept tidy by regular weeding. This can be achieved using a long handled hoe. Although this can seem a bit of a chore it will later pay dividends. The main structure of the planting should be created using shrubs. Then you will have your perennial plants and finally for that splash of additional colour through the gardening calendar summer bedding, spring bulbs which can include snowdrops, crocuses, daffodils, tulips and many more. Also ensure that any shrubs are kept in check by pruning at the required times. For example spring flowering garden shrubs need to be cut and tidied after they have flowered. This will ensure new growth during the summer for flowers the following year. Be sure to place plants in an environment in which they will feel at home in.

Patio Cleaning

Patio areas need to be kept clean and tidy. This can be undertaken by the professional using specific patio cleaning equipment or by pressure washing. There are also many chemical cleaners on the market. Patio paving can cost a client large sums of money to have installed so it is worth looking after this area for longevity. Additional sand and cement mix brushed in between the paving may be required after either of the above processes.

Gravel Areas and Pathways

Keep any gravel areas free from weeds either by using a systematic weed killer or getting down on your hands and knees and removing the garden nuisances by hand using a trowel for example.

Barbara has worked in the gardening arena for many years and has enjoyed a life long interest in all things garden related. For more information regarding garden maintenance services or patio cleaning please visit acresgm.co.uk

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Promote Gardening Services with Commercial Green Printing

Beautifying their home is one of the most common concerns of homeowners. They find satisfaction in increasing the curb appeal of their home. Landscaping adds lovely touches to a home. However, this service can be very expensive. Luckily, garden services are cheaper, making them great alternatives to landscaping design. Promoting your gardening services can be difficult especially if you are not armed with the right tools.

Promotional materials can be valuable resources for your business, because these are very effective and affordable. Reproducing clear and vibrant printed materials comes easy with commercial green printing services. Green printing services are designed to produce high-quality and earth-friendly printed materials. Below are cost-effective promotional materials offered by online eco-friendly printing companies.

• Door Hangers: Since you provide your gardening services straight to your customer’s home, door hangers are the ideal tools for complementing your service. Print full-color door hangers to make them appealing to your prospective clients. Your message will definitely get read; since customers have to look at these materials before removing them from their door knobs. Print your marketing copy in big bold letters so customers can instantly read your message.

• Flyers: Reach out to as many people as possible by distributing flyers in high-traffic areas. Flyer distribution is a crucial process since your goal is to advertise to the right people. You can do this by distributing your flyers in places where potential customers usually go. It would help to do a market research to find out where your clientele are most likely to be found. Remember that your promotional campaign can only be successful if your message reaches the right audience.

• Posters: Use posters if you want your marketing copy to generate instant attention. Customers notice posters easily because they are large and often carry eye-catching images. Try color printing if you want your posters to appear vibrant and striking.

Impressive promotion boosts your sales and increases your customer base. Investing on eco-friendly printed materials is the best way to strengthen your promotional campaign while showing concern for the environment.

With a bachelors degree in Communication Arts and a former school writer in College, Girlie Nuqui had totally found her passion as a web content writer in a printing company. And she dreams of only one thing, world peace.

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