I admit I put a lot of product on my face and body daily, from hand soap, to body wash, shampoo, cleanser, moisturiser, toothpaste, deodorant, lip balm and sunscreen (I also colour my hair every few months). However, I don’t wear makeup daily, just for special occasions, and I don’t wear perfume or nail polish. …

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What with this ridiculous humidity recently, it’s got me thinking… When you think a natural deodorant isn’t working, is it because you still feel like you smell? or that you sweat more? So let me address the first point. I remember when I first made the switch to a natural deodorant. I was using a …

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Are natural insect repellents effective? Although studies show that products containing DEET are more effective over a longer period of time, repellents using natural ingredients are just as effective but you will just need to reapply more often. The most effective natural ingredient has been found to be Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus. Some other common …

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If you are a regular nail polish wearer you may be exposing yourself to some serious toxins. They can infiltrate your skin, can get into your mouth and ultimately into your bloodstream. Make sure when you are choosing a nail polish (especially nail polish for kids), that you look for a polish that has a …

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We’ve been having some really hot weather in Sydney recently, so it’s almost impossible to avoid the sun for every second of the day (in fact, a small amount of sun exposure is good for you to get your daily Vitamin D dose – 8 mins per day is a good amount of sun exposure …

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