Moisturizers Increasing Cancer Risk for Some Women

A recent news report highlighted the risk some moisturizers can have for some women that are already prone to cancer.  It has been known for some years that the preservative paraben was found in breast cancer tissue, however there is no definite answer as to how it entered the tissue cells.  Some theories suggest it could be entering the body through commercial underarm deodorants which mostly contain paraben as a preservative. In addition, some moisturizers used on the skin may serve as an entrance into the body.  With this in mind it's even more important to know what you use on your skin because those ingredients enter your body through the skin. 

Another point consumers have to remember is the FDA doesn't regulate cosmetics the same as drugs and food.  For example, cosmetics by law don't have to be tested before they enter the marketplace.  So it's imperative for consumers to read the labels in order for them to understand what they're using.  To learn more about the products research them to see if they're known toxins or if they have health concerns attached with using them. 

See the attached video to get more information on cancer causing estrogen in commerical moisturizers.

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Getting Your Feet Ready for Summer

As the weather is getting warmer the feet start showing.  With that in mind we need to make sure our feet are are beautiful and summer ready.  The first thing to remember is that your feet should always be moisturized on a daily basis along with the rest of your body.  A great way to help your skin retain moisture is to apply your moisturizer after a shower when your skin is damp.  If your routine is to take care of your feet at a later time soaking your feet in salts infused with natural healing oils helps relieve dry skin on your feet.  Continue the routine by mositurizing your feet with a moisturizer created to help dry skin paying close attention to your heels.

For more information on how Pura products can  make your feet beautiful contact me.

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I Love Make Up

Who knew creating mineral make up could be so much fun!!! I've discovered the joy of being able to create natural make up with simple minearls and colors.  The greatest part is the make up looks FABULOUS and the colors really pop.  I have so many colors and I'm still making more as we speak; I think I can create colors forever.  I'm in the process of gathering people to provide feedback on the complete product line.  If you know someone that loves free samples and wants more information about natural beauty, direct them to the blog.  I'll be posting pictures of the make up soon.

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Body Butter - Ways to help your dry skin

For many of us dry skin is a daily norm through all seasons of the year. One possible way to combat dry skin is to use natural moisturizing plant derived butters on your skin. Some of those butters would be shea butter, mango butter, cocoa butter, and kokum butter to name a few.  Once these butters are mixed with natural oils you have an all natural body butter that's a treat for your skin.

Now the question becomes "Why should I use body butter when I have lotion?"  It's quite simple.  Have you ever noticed the need to lotion your hands many times throughout the day?  One reason for that is some lotions are made with large amounts of water which simply wash off your skin when you wash your hands.  With body butters the butters and oils penetrate your skin to provide lots of moisture for long periods of time therefore relieving you of dry skin.  Instead you have softer and healthier skin. 

I have great formulas for anyone interested in sampling the wonders of body butters.

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