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Got Fine Lines – Wrinkles – Crow’s Feet? Research Shows Eating Sugar Could Be the Culprit!

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Summer Skin Care Guide for Your Best Body & Face Ever!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Jun 2015 22:56:00 +0000

Summer Skin Care Guide for Your Best Body

Ah Summertime! Gotta love it! Vacation! Kids and grandkids home from school! Trips to the beach! Daylight Savings Time brings precious extra hours of sun to play in and increased levels of vitamin D to nourish our bodies.

Did you know that rising temperatures outside can cause your body's internal temperature to increase? When your skin is warm, your blood vessels send extra blood to the skin's surface to help cool it off. This causes a number of physiological changes, including making your face turn red and causing the skin to retain extra fluid. When your body sweats, dirt, oil and environmental chemicals can get trapped inside the pores and cause blemishes, regardless of your age. Here are several easy things you can do to look your best during the summer months, and help prevent the premature aging that follows sun damage just as sure as night follows day.

1. Keep skin clean but avoid harsh soaps. Keep facial skin away from soaps and cleansers that contain deodorant, sulfates and potentially toxic ingredients. These can be drying, irritating and stress the natural acid mantle of your skin. If you are looking for something new, La Isha's Gentle Aromatherapy Face Wash does an excellent job of removing makeup, sweat, sunscreen, excess oil and environmental impurities without stripping the skin of the critical natural moisture it needs. It is exceptionally soothing, especially to skin that has absorbed a little too much sun.

2. Exfoliate to minimize fine lines and wrinkles! If you've never used a facial exfoliant you are in for a real treat! Use a gentle moisturizing exfoliant on your face and neck, and leave the loofahs (natural sea sponges available in health food stores) to remove dry, dead skin from other parts of the body like arms and legs. Most general exfoliants work well on calloused feet, elbows and knees but are way too harsh to use on your tender complexion, so make sure to choose a product that is designed specifically for the face and neck. If the product doesn't say it is, then it's not. We recommend La Isha's Orange Coconut Face Polish because it is extremely effective yet gentle enough to use under the eyes and on those pesky lines that develop around your mouth and absorb your migrating lipgloss. It also smells good enough to eat!

3. Moisturize! Moisturize! Moisturize!

Applying a good moisturizer is critical to maintaining younger-looking, well-hydrated skin. Summer heat and extra perspiration can be irritating and disrupt normal moisture levels. Soothe your skin after sun exposure by applying a natural moisturizer that contains a light non-comedogenic (does not clog pores) oil to seal in moisture so it is less likely to evaporate. Try our Nutrient Rich Face Creme - it is extremely concentrated so a little dab'll do ya! Plus it smells like a day at the spa! Ahh!

4. Hydration is key! Drink water - it's a great thirst quencher and a beauty essential! Not only does it hydrate your skin better than any other liquid on the planet, but it is the best beverage by far for your body and your health. Stay away from sugary juices, carbonated soda and energy drinks that can add extra calories and introduce synthetic ingredients that are detrimental to your health. Research shows that even natural sugars like fructose can be harmful to the body in large doses, so do yourself a favor: go ahead and enjoy your fruit separately, but when you need to hydrate - skip the juice and drink water instead. Add a sliver of lemon or lime for an extra refreshing summer drink without empty, synthetic calories.

5. Protect your skin from the sun! Did you know that your skin can burn in as little as 10 to 15 minutes? Sorry girlfriends - there is no such thing as a healthy suntan! Research has conclusively shown that UVA and UVB rays not only cause premature aging but a deadly form of cancer (melanoma) as well. Sunburn is an equal opportunity menace and affects people of all colors and races, so don't think that just because your skin is dark you will be impervious to sustaining damage.

Be sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat when you are outdoors and apply a sunscreen with an SPF of 40 or 50 approximately twenty to thirty minutes before exposure to the sun in order to give it time to work. There is no such thing as a completely waterproof sunscreen - no matter what the marketing hype on the label claims, so be sure to reapply it after swimming and sweating/physical exertion. If you are not thrilled with the idea of using sunscreen, there are companies that make clothing with an SPF built right into the fabric that are definitely worth looking into. I have used them myself and bought them for my children when they were young and still amenable to my dressing them. Coolibar to this day remains one of my favorites. Check them out at www.coolibar.com.

By the way - for those Caucasian would-be sun goddesses who just don't feel attractive unless they are sporting a suntan, there are many cosmetic bronzers on the market these days that can give skin the kind of natural, sun-kissed look first made popular by Coco Chanel and her infamous sun-bathing in the south of France. These cosmetics do so without subjecting the skin to the harmful rays of the sun, but be aware that they are full of synthetic chemicals, some safer than others. Manufacturers are concerned about their bottom line and do not always have your best interests at heart...they often use cheap synthetic ingredients in their products that come with their own list of health warnings.

We do not live in a protective bubble and it is impossible to eliminate exposure to everything that may not be good for us, but we can certainly try to reduce the toxic overload on our bodies by picking and choosing our poisons very carefully. I strongly encourage you to read product labels before you make a purchase, and weigh the pros and cons of the ingredients found in all the beautification products you use, from bronzers to faux-tanning preparations. Many contain toxic chemicals that can irritate the skin, cause allergic reactions and even compromise your short and long term health. That beautiful summer glow you worked so hard to create can be ruined in seconds by splotchy hives and itchy skin that is being scratched to the point of bleeding.

Ultimately the choice is yours. Maybe the time has come to embrace your natural color and concentrate on protecting your skin and your health? Just saying. Think about it...

Have a safe and happy summer!

Sharon Gnatt Epel

CEO/Founder

La Ishá Natural & Organic Skincare

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La Isha Natural Skin Care's Blog has Moved!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 18:05:00 +0000

We have moved our blog directly onto our website. This url is being discontinued.

To continue reading our articles about beauty, safe cosmetics, health and women's empowerment, go to our new home at: http://la-isha.com/blog

You can also sign up for our monthly e-newsletter for interesting articles, private seasonal specials on La Isha Natural Skin Care products, and guest posts from resident humorist Georgia Richardson, better know to her fans as Queen Jaw Jaw. Just click on the Newsletter link located on our home page at www.La-Isha.com to sign up. You can opt out at any time.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Is Alcohol in Your Skin Care a Red Flag?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 21:49:00 +0000

La Ishá’s Summer Tip of the Day

We already know that drinking alcohol can accelerate the aging process and hasten the deterioration of your good looks over time. (See previous post). Some of you have asked us: What about alcohol in your skin care? Is it a red flag?” The answer: it depends on what type of alcohol it is and how (often) it is being used.

There is a difference between “fatty alcohols”: the “good alcohols” which are often used by chemists in low concentrations to increase the emolliency of certain products, and the “denatured” types of alcohol like benzyl alcohol, lanolin alcohol and cinnamic alcohol, that are considered highly allergenic substances and can literally ruin your skin. Because some alcohols are derived from rye and wheat, they can also cause extra trouble for people who suffer from Croehn’s Disease, or are allergic to gluten.

Why is alcohol used in skin care at all? Because it is cheap, and can perform tasks like thinning out oppressively thick skincare products for better “glideability”, help ingredients like Vitamin C and some forms of retinol penetrate the top layer of skin more effectively than without, and guard against bacterial contamination. Lest you think that only harsh alcohols like rubbing alcohol and SD-alcohol are harmful to your skin, think again: a 2003 study published in the Journal of Hospital Infection showed that alcohol is not only extremely drying, but can actually damage your skin. This test was done using a concentration of less than 10% alcohol, which is far lower than the amounts normally found in mainstream skincare. These days even hospitals shy away from using alcohol to disinfect wounds, opting for gentler disinfectants instead. WebMD writes that “using rubbing alcohol to clean an injury can actually harm the tissue and delay healing.”

Repeat use of alcohol can break down the skin’s natural defenses and erode the skin’s natural barriers because it destroys the part of the cell that defends against free radicals and inflammation. This in turn can exacerbate conditions like redness, irritation, acne, dry skin, oily skin and wrinkles.

Reading labels is just as important in choosing your skin care as it is in choosing the food you eat. Make sure you check out the ingredients in your cleansers, moisturizers and serums before your buy them. Manufacturers that do not disclose their ingredients to the public do not deserve your hard-earned dollars. Remember: you can change your clothing and your accessories if they wear out or look ragged, but damaging your skin is for life. Isn’t it worth an ounce of prevention?

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care

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Are You Vain? Why Caring About Your Looks Can Pay Off in $$$

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:48:00 +0000

There is a connection between looking good and feeling good about yourself. If you think that vanity is nothing more than narcissistic foolishness, think again. Vanity can pay off in more ways than you know.

Daniel Hamermesh is an economist at the University of Texas at Austin and the author of "Beauty Pays: Why Attractive People Are More Successful". His area of expertise is pulchronomics - the economics of beauty. His research studies revealed a number of disturbing truths, including that attractive women are more likely to land a wealthy spouse (duh!) and more importantly, earn more money than their less attractive counterparts. How much more? An average of $230,000 over the course of a lifetime. According to Dr. Hamermesh, even an average-looking person is likely to make $140,000 more over a lifetime than an ugly person. Although men are subject to similar discrimination in the workplace, women already start out earning less than men, making the pay differences for them even more pronounced.

Hamermesh’s “revelation” is nothing new to the American Cancer Society…they host a program teaching beauty techniques to cancer survivors that helps manage the appearance-related side effects of chemo and radiation treatments. It was no accident that they chose to name their program – “Look Good Feel Better”.

Whether or not you realize it, your external looks give the world a glimpse into who you are and how much or how little you value yourself. This insight teaches others exactly how to treat you. Just as physical activity generates endorphins that make you feel good, taking care of your exterior and just thinking that you look attractive creates a sense of well-being and pride that jumpstarts your self-esteem and sends a message to those around you. That’s why makeovers are so popular. Changing your looks and improving your appearance can pay off big time.

If you are a woman over 40, you know that there is no turning back the hands of time, no miraculous overnight transformation that can take us back to our youthful selves. Even cosmetic surgery is not biologically restorative, and according to Dr. Hamermesh, as an investment pays back less than $1 for every $1 spent. Gone are the days when we could party all night and wake up after 3 hours of sleep looking as fresh as a daisy. This is where good skin care comes in. There are no shortcuts.

Dedication to the twice daily cleansing and moisturizing routines we all complain about when we are dead tired and longing to jump into bed – face unwashed – is an effort that will reward us in the long run. Like exercise, the act of cleansing and massaging our faces stimulates blood circulation, which in turn delivers nourishment to the entire body and results in a clearer, rosier complexion that literally glows with good health. That youthful glow translates directly into looking good and apparently, potential dollars earned.

So what are you waiting for? Those crow’s feet, slack skin and age spots are not going to get better unless you choose to do something to minimize them. It’s time to get back to basics and develop some old-fashioned self-discipline. Don’t settle for being a shrinking wallflower at the tender age of forty or fifty! You’ve got decades of excitement ahead of you so stop complaining about how you look, and start developing some pride in your appearance. Here is my personal game plan for “looking good – feeling better”:

Start by exchanging those late nights of channel surfing for a darkened room, soothing sleepytime music and getting adequate rest. Sleep is as close to a magic elixir as you will ever find. It allows the body to heal, detoxify and rebuild. The phrase “beauty sleep” is an accurate description of what happens while you are getting some shut-eye.
Remember: all sleep is not equal. The body has limited resources, making body repairs and multi-tasking less than optimal during waking hours. Certain organs and bodily functions require complete rest during specific hours of the night for maximum efficacy, so going to sleep at 4 a.m. and waking up at noon is not quite the same as going to sleep at 10 p.m. and waking up at 7 a.m.
Next, ease into a progressive exercise program by walking 30 minutes a day: you will be amazed at how quickly your stamina will build, your body will tone up, and your attitude will improve.
Reassess your hairstyle and your haircolor. Most women look older with gray hair. Are you one of them? Unless you are one of the lucky few who look absolutely stunning in white tresses, get a referral to a good colorist who can make those age-revealing grey hairs disappear like magic. There are new, healthier alternatives to the toxic dyes that used to hold our mothers hostage, so be sure to ask for them.
Change your diet. Eliminate excess sugar, fatty and processed foods, and get back to basics by eating lots of healthy, colorful vegetables, fruits and non-genetically modified grains. These natural foods will enable your body to detoxify and help organs regenerate naturally.
Be aware of your posture. Nothing says “loser” like a body slumped over. Make the effort to stand straight and own your height.
Don’t forget to smile. Smiling is contagious and can lift your mood, reduce stress, and make you appear more confident.
Give yourself a home manicure. Fancy appliques on nail polish or artificial acrylics are not necessary. File those ragged edges, push back the cuticles and clean underneath the nail for a look of simple elegance.
Go easy on the makeup as more is not always better. Be sure to update your application technique so that you are in vogue and look age appropriate.
Last but not least, find a good skincare program and stick to it. My crazy schedule does not allow for a complicated beautification routine. I use La Isha, a 3-step program that gets me in and out of the bathroom quickly, and makes my skin look as if I devoted hours to nurturing it. Which is the very best program for you? That’s easy – the one that you will actually use and stick with!

We live in an increasingly competitive world and whether we like it or not, are judged by how we look. Your appearance is your future. Invest in it wisely.

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Want smaller pores? Got Acneic Skin? Here's a do-it-yourself face mask you'll love!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Jul 2013 15:57:00 +0000

Here's another Summer Beauty Tip from La Isha Natural Skin Care!

Looking for a way to help shrink large pores, tighten facial contours and help keep acneic skin at bay?
Here's an easy do-it-yourself face mask recipe that will do just that:

Combine the following ingredients:
1 egg (raw)
1 tsp organic honey
1/4 tsp organic apple cider vinegar (don't use commercial grade white vinegar as it is way too harsh!)

Apply a thin layer to your face. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, then rinse off with tepid water. Voila! Instant tightening and clearer looking skin!

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care

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On Life Experiences...One of the Most Inspirational Stories Ever - by Amelia Keith, Editor Pretty in the City

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:36:00 +0000

When evaluating your life experiences, do you ever stop to think about how you came to the very moment you exist in? What led to that moment? What lessons have you learned along the way? This interview got my wheels turning. For me personally, I believe that every single thing happens for a reason (cliche' I know) and we may not understand the "whys" at that moment but when you see your purpose unfold, it all makes complete sense.

These are not questions that La Ishá founder, Sharon Gnatt Epel has to answer daily. She knows exactly what led her to the success she has today and her story is truly amazing. I am thrilled she took the time to share the La Ishá story and a few personal beauty tips along the way.

Amelia: What inspired you to create your skincare line?
Sharon: I relocated to Denver from northern California in 2002, and quickly discovered that from my complexion's perspective I had moved to skin hell! Life in the beautiful state of Colorado is a perpetually good hair day for those of us prone to the frizzies, but the combination of low humidity, high altitude, and exposure to direct sunlight (over 300 days a year) aged my skin so rapidly that I hardly recognized myself a mere 6 months after the move. I looked around me and saw that pretty much everyone here was suffering from similar issues: dehydrated skin, uneven pigment, significant lines, skin creases and wrinkles, and age/sun spots on people who seemed way too young to have them.

I struck up conversations with women I met in the supermarket, the post office, the hairdresser, etc. in an attempt to figure out what remedies people were using to help their skin, and came up empty handed! No one seemed to have a good solution. I also got a strong sense of the apprehension many women were feeling about looking older, not just on an emotional level, but a practical one as they were convinced that their appearance was sabotaging their ability to compete with their younger counterparts for jobs. Some took out loans for facelifts and eyelid procedures that they hoped would improve their chances for employment and make them feel better about themselves, but not everyone has the financial means, emotional support system or desire to undergo invasive surgical techniques to accomplish this.

Another "inspirational" factor in creating my skin care line was the emergence of research suggesting that women have unknowingly been poisoning themselves in order to look good. The phthalates in many beauty preparations were linked to breast cancer and birth defects, and synthetic chemical preservatives have been identified as the second most common cause of skin irritations. It seemed ridiculous to me that women should be endangering their health and paying such a high price to look good, yet I was definitely among those beauty junkies who had been doing so, blissfully unaware of the consequences.

It was only after my son sustained 2nd degree chemical burns during a rafting expedition (be sure to read The La Ishá Story on http://la-isha.com/la-isha-story) that I was introduced to clinical essential oil therapy. I witnessed my son's miraculous recovery and wondered what effect these natural substances would have on relatively minor skin problems like mine, and how they could be incorporated into a realistic daily skin care routine to produce continuous, long term benefits.

I signed up for classes, studied online, consulted with experts in the field, and eventually wound up experimenting on myself. When my friends noticed the drastic improvement in my skin and asked me to give them whatever it was that I was using, I knew I had something significant to offer the public.

Amelia: If I were to peek in your makeup bag, what would I find?

Sharon: Concealer, eyebrow pencil, lipstick, Zambeezi organic lip balm and a travel size of La Ishá Nutrient Rich Face Crème.

Amelia: Other than basic skincare, what three treatment products do you recommend?

Sharon: While the La Ishá Timeless Beauty Face Collection provides the basics for everyday skin care, we offer several unusual treatments that are exclusive to La Ishá. The first is Breast SOS: this groundbreaking, patent-pending formula is designed to support the beauty and health of the breast and décolleté. This is an area that so many of us forget to address, and living proof of the precautions we have or have not taken to prevent sun damage. Breast SOS helps tone, firm and rejuvenate the chest and breast area, fade age spots, hyperpigmentation, and minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and skin-creases (the kind you get from sleeping on your side). It can also restore a tighter, springy resilience to the skin that many women may not have seen in years. The ingredients in Breast SOS have been documented by international research to support good breast health and fight free radical damage. Because it is so healing and emollient, many women have used it to speed up the recovery process after breast surgery, and prepare the skin for breast reconstruction.

Our Natural Age Spot Eraser is another staple in our anti-aging skin care arsenal. It is used to gradually fade age and sunspots without the use of hydroquinone or other harsh synthetic chemicals. Because it is so gentle to the skin, it is ideal for women of color who cannot use chemical bleaches that damage the underlying pigment. Most women find that their age and sunspots have either disappeared or are greatly diminished within 30 to 60 days of regular use.

La Ishá Pomegranate Moisture Booster is another must have product. An adaptogen and incredible skin rejuvenator, it can be added to any face cream or moisturizer that you are already using to supercharge its' moisture content, help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, even out skin tone, improve skin texture, and provide protection from free radicals. It is customizable moisture that can be adjusted as needed. It is exceptionally effective in combating the dryness caused by cold winters, low humidity, the use of forced-air heaters, air conditioners and the gradual reduction of our skin's natural oils as we mature.

Each bottle of La Ishá Pomegranate Moisture Booster contains approximately 300 drops...because you use only 1 or 2 drops at a time, it is also extremely cost effective. It has become a staple for me and I use it religiously.

Amelia: You devote your life to improving the lives of others through your skincare line. At the end of the week, what do you do to pamper yourself?

Sharon: Because I usually work long hours, I don't always have an opportunity to pamper myself, even over the weekend. In lieu of this I try my best to meditate at least twice a day, carve out an hour to work out every morning, and get a deep tissue massage once a month. I also love to dance, and took up West Coast Swing. It makes me happy and I believe that this has a direct effect on my outlook as well as my appearance.

Amelia: Who is your beauty icon?

Sharon: When I think of beauty icons I think of Catherine Deneuve, the actress who was the spokes-model for Chanel No. 5. To me she was as much the embodiment of timeless beauty, elegance, femininity and grace at 65 that she was at 35.

Amelia: What is your beauty product must have?

Sharon: That's easy: my Pomegranate Moisture Booster because it serves multiple purposes. When combined with crème or moisturizer it adds emollience...yet when applied (neat) directly to adult blemishes, it dries them up in record time.

Amelia: What is your personal definition of Beauty?

Sharon: Physical beauty is so subjective...just like fashion trends, it is usually defined by the culture a person lives in...but for me true beauty has taken on a different universal meaning: I see beauty in people whose charisma and appeal seems to emanate directly from the soul; the kind of person who radiates a happiness and positive outlook that infects everyone lucky enough to be in his or her path. To me true beauty looks kind, warm, humble, compassionate and respectful of others. All you have to do is think back to the last time you met someone whose actions and behavior altered your initial impression of their appearance, and you will know exactly what I mean.

Amelia: Any last words?

Sharon: For most of us there seems to be a connection between the way we look and the way we feel about ourselves. This is a lesson I learned from my late mother, a very beautiful woman who did not age well in the traditional sense of the word. She once told me that as she got older, her diminishing good looks affected her perception of herself, and this in turn robbed her of her self-confidence.

I founded La Ishá as a tribute to women everywhere, as a vehicle to help nurture and cultivate the timeless beauty that I believe resides within us all. Feeling as beautiful on the outside as we are on the inside seems to make it a little easier for women to venture out into the world; it bolsters our self-confidence and puts a spring in our step. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, La Ishá always donates one bottle of Breast SOS for each bottle purchased in September and October to a local or national breast cancer organization. I hope you will join me in supporting our girlfriends, mothers, sisters and daughters who are in need of our help.

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Amelia: Sharon also shared with me "I think that my training as a concert pianist gave me the best preparation for the demands of being an entrepreneur. Pianists are by necessity self-disciplined; we put in many hours of solitary practice, learn how to put our egos aside in order to benefit from our mentors' critiques, and ultimately, unlike other instrumentalists, have only ourselves to rely upon when we perform. We have to provide our own motivation, be ready to make significant sacrifices in order to hone our craft, and keep our eye fixed on the objective in the face of naysayers, competition and our own nagging doubts."

Amelia: All I can say is WOW. As you all know, I adore products but even more-so, I love products with a story and a fabulous mission behind them. Sharon definitely has a story to tell. The creation of La Ishá is one of the most inspirational stories I have ever heard.

No wonder she is getting attention from a variety of media outlets such as Fox News, CBS News, San Diego Examiner, Denver Magazine, Redbook and was featured in the "Eat, Pray, Love" Segment on ABC News featuring La Ishá Orange-Coconut Skin Polish (which by the way...I LOVE).

I hope you all check back soon for my review on La Ishá . It's a fabulous line that I adore and completely give the Pretty in the Queen City stamp of approval!

Published by Amelia Keith

Amelia Keith is an avid beauty product researcher and writer, sharing her reviews and experiences on her personal blog

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Hot Fun in the City? Not So Much When It Comes To Drinking Bottled Water in the Summer Heat.

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 20:45:00 +0000

Unless you live under a rock, you already know that BPA exposure from plastic water bottles has been linked to breast cancer and a variety of other diseases. But did you know that BPA was originally synthesized in 1936 as an estrogen replacement therapy? Later on it found even greater success as a hardening agent in the manufacturing of plastics that are used to make water bottles, sports bottles, baby bottles, children’s sippy cups, water cooler jugs and aluminum soda can liners.

BPA is a recognized endocrine disruptor. But according to scientists at Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany, some of the chemicals in PET plastics also have the potential to interfere with estrogen and other reproductive hormones, in the same way that BPA and phthalates do. (FYI - BPA is now banned from use in infant products in the U.S.).

All of these endocrine distruptor chemicals leach into the water more quickly when the plastic is heated, so please don't leave plastic water bottles in a hot car or out in the sun and then drink from them. Doing so will increase your risk of imbibing estrogenic compounds, so do yourself a favor and just stop!

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care

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How to Stop Blush from Globbing on Your Cheeks and Other Summer Makeup Woes

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 22:21:00 +0000

La Isha’s Summer Beauty Tips!

Warm Weather Makeup Challenges: Are You a Melty Mess?

Consider changing from a powdered blush to a cream or gel formula during the hot summer months, as powdered blush and perspiration usually do not mix well. Same goes for lipcolor: high temperatures will cause the wax in the lipstick to melt and the color to run amok, spreading into the fine lines and creases surrounding your lips. Lipliner can be of some help, but because it is wax-based too, it probably won’t be sufficient to prevent a runny mess. You might want to chuck your lipstick and try a sheer lip stain instead. You can apply some lip balm over it to keep your lips moist.

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care

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How to Make a Safe Mosquito Repellent

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 28 Jun 2013 06:18:00 +0000

Summer is finally here, and along with sun-drenched days and romantic balmy nights are pesky little mosquitoes that buzz in your ears, and leave little red bumps that make you scratch ‘til you bleed.

But mosquitoes are more than just an itchy summer nuisance: they carry malaria, West Nile virus, dengue fever and encephalitis - illnesses that can cause serious health issues and result in death. That’s why it is important to take precautions against getting bitten.

Most of the effective commercial insect repellents on the market contain one of two chemicals: DEET or picaridin (a synthetic compound first made in the 1980s). Developed by the U.S. Army in 1946, DEET was given the green light for use by the general public in 1957. The EPA has long insisted that both these ingredients are safe for adults and children when used according to directions. However, a Duke University study done in 2002 concluded otherwise, showing that these ingredients can potentially damage brain cells, cause adverse behavioral changes, and interact badly with certain medications. More serious effects like brain cell toxicity and death were observed in animals exposed to DEET with greater frequency and longer-term use, suggesting that the general public should think twice before using it with any regularity.

The skin is the largest organ in the human body, covering a surface area of 16-22 sq. ft. and averaging somewhere between 0.5 to 4.0 mm in thickness depending upon its location. The outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, keeps external toxins from penetrating the skin and gaining access to internal organs. However, not all toxins can be repelled by the body, and the introduction of nanoparticles in manufacturing (those molecules smaller than 40 nm in diameter) has been a game changer, allowing a variety of chemical preparations to find their way past natural barriers and into the bloodstream.

Research shows that approximately 15 percent of DEET is absorbed through the skin. Insect repellent manufacturers openly acknowledge that the toxic effects of diethyl-meta-toluaminde (DEET) include: reproductive disturbances, genetic material mutations, and central nervous system disorders. The Pesticide Information Project of Cooperative Extension Offices of Cornell University discovered way back in 1997 that, "Everglades National Park employees having extensive DEET exposure were more likely to have insomnia, mood disturbances and impaired cognitive function than were lesser exposed co-workers".

Feeling like you are caught between a rock and a hard place? No worries: natural alternatives to these synthetic chemicals do exist, and have been proven to be equally effective, without posing long or short-term danger to your health. In fact, The U.S. Centers for Disease Control issued a statement in May 2008 equally recommending DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon eucalyptus and IR3535 (an insect repellent developed by Merck) for protection against mosquitos after a study published in 2006 found that a product containing 40% oil of lemon eucalyptus was just as effective as products containing high concentrations of DEET.

Some of the natural oils that repel mosquitoes are:

· Nepetalactone, also known as "catnip oil"

· Citronella oil (requires reapplication after 30 to 60 minutes)

· Neem oil (has both repellent and insecticidal properties and repels mosquitoes for up to 12 hours)

· Bog Myrtle from Scotland also known as sweet gale

· Essential oil of Eucalyptus (citriodora, globulus and radiata)

· Essential oil of Basil

· Essential oil of Geranium

· Essential oil of Thyme

· Essential oil of Blue Cypress

· Essential oil of Peppermint

While these oils are extremely effective, please remember that natural remedies do require more frequent application than synthetic preparations containing DEET, and should be applied every one to two hours, depending upon a number of factors that include whether or not you are wearing sunscreen, how heavily you are sweating (and thereby diluting the repellent), whether you’ve been swimming, and how quickly the oils are evaporating on your body (when exposed to high winds and temperatures).

It is very easy to make your own mosquito repellent. All you need is:

1. A small spray bottle that holds about 4 oz. (120 ml)

2. Your choice of 4-5 essential oils (combinations are more effective than single oils)

3. A carrier (non-essential) oil for dilution like jojoba, almond or any vegetable oil

4. Aloe Vera gel (optional)

Directions:

Add 30-40 drops total of a combination of the aforementioned essential oils, to about 3 oz. of water. Do not exceed 40 drops of essential oils

My favorite combination includes geranium, basil, thyme, eucalyptus and peppermint. I also like to add 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil, and 1 teaspoon of neem oil, so I reduce the total amount of water to about 2.5 oz. to allow for these additional ingredients.

Shake well to combine the ingredients and apply to the body.

2 Notes of caution:

1. Be sure to check for skin sensitivity before applying these oils. Just because an essential oil recipe is all-natural does not mean that a person can’t be sensitive to plant oils.

2. Do not use citrus oils directly on the skin if you plan on being in direct sunlight, as they can cause photosensitivity. They can however, be safely used to spray on clothing during the day or night.

Using an insect repellent made from natural ingredients is a little extra work, but a small price to pay for protecting our health, and reducing the amount of toxins in our bodies and our fragile environment.

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Copyright 2013 Sharon Gnatt Epel for La Ishá Natural Skin Care

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Ever Wonder About Facial Toners? Do you need them?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 00:20:00 +0000

La Isha's Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Once upon a time, using a toner was one of the irrefutable, basic staples of a woman’s beauty routine. Highly touted by major cosmetic companies, toners were considered a “must-have” for everyone but especially for teen-agers with oily skin, as the best way to remove residue left by heavy facial cleansers. Toners almost always contained alcohol, which explains their ability to cut through the excessive “grease” that is often the benchmark of a newly developing adolescent hormonal system.

Nowadays we know that alcohol can strip the skin of beneficial oils and irritate tender facial skin, making it a less than stellar choice for women over 21 or younger individuals with dry skin. Some beauty experts still advocate using toners for the purpose of maintaining a proper acid mantle balance. The acid mantle refers to the pH level of the surface of the skin, and is a number determined by the interaction of natural oils (sebum) and the good bacteria that live on the skin. The theory is that healthy skin needs a slightly acidic balance (which is a measure of acidity and alkalinity) in order to maintain good skin health, and that this balance needs to be restored every time you cleanse. When the acid mantle is out-of-balance, the skin is prone to drying out, aging prematurely, and is potentially at risk for increased bacterial and fungal infections.

The human body is in most cases - already capable of restoring the skin’s natural acid mantle without outside intervention. It is true that as we get older, it takes longer for our bodies to restore pH levels than it did when we were younger, but assuming that you are not overwashing your face (see my previous blog entry) or using harsh soaps and detergents, using a toner is not always necessary. We know that old habits can be hard to break, and some of us find great comfort in our established beauty rituals, so for those of you who use toners, here are a few do-it-yourself recipes using safe ingredients that can be purchased at your local health food store that won’t leave your skin naked and vulnerable.

How To:
Since witch hazel is an astringent and can be too drying to the skin, we advocate using a base of rosewater instead. Find a clean glass bottle and add the rosewater (you can find this online or in your local health food store), followed by the recommended dose of essential oils specified below. Make sure to close the cap and shake the bottle to combine the ingredients. Let the mixture “rest” for about 48 hours, and then shake again. Some formulators advocate filtering the mixture by using a paper coffee filter to remove any excess oils but it is not always necessary in these proportions. Be sure to shake the bottle each time you want to use the “toner”. Apply to the face with a clean cottonball.

1. For Oily to Normal Skin types – combine 100 milliliters of rosewater to 1 drop of essential oil of geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), and 1 drop of essential oil of German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla). German chamomile, an intense-looking blue oil known for its calmative properties, blends very nicely with geranium, a strongly fragrant essential oil that offers relief from congested skin, whether oily or dry and creates a balance between the two.
2. For Sensitive Skin - make a lighter infusion using 100 ml of rosewater and only 1 drop of essential oil of German chamomile.
3. For dry skin – follow the same directions as in Number 1 above and substitute the German Chamomile for one or 2 drops of any of the following essential oils: rose, lavender, geranium, sandalwood, rosewood, ylang-ylang, chamomile. Do not exceed the recommended proportions – contrary to popular belief, more is not always better, especially when using potent essential oils.
4. For Mature skin - follow the same directions and substitute any of the following essential oils in place of the German Chamomile: frankincense, helichrysum, geranium, lavender, myrrh, sandalwood, carrot seed. Again, do not exceed the recommended proportions, as more is not always better, especially when using essential oils.

Refrigerating your new toner will help keep it fresher longer. Be sure to make your toner fresh and often in small batches to minimize bacterial growth and get best results.

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Copyright 2013 Sharon Gnatt Epel for La Ishá Natural Skin Care

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Are you over-washing your face? La Isha's Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 21:42:00 +0000

Are you over-washing your face?

Cleansing more than twice a day can be overkill. Be sure to wash your face at night before you go to bed to remove dirt and makeup. But unless you press your face into the pillow all night and pick up dirt from your hair, you may not need to cleanse again the next morning. Excessive washing can irritate your skin and strip it of the natural oils that keep it moist and young looking.

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La Isha Natural Skincare Is Now Accredited by Happy Chemo.

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 07:45:00 +0000

Many of you already know that La Isha has strong ties to the breast cancer survivor community. We are a corporate sponsor of The Breast Cancer Fund, a member of the Colorado Cancer Coalition, the Breast Cancer Task Force, a signatory of the World Cancer Declaration sponsored by the UICC for global cancer control, have products available in Porter Adventist Hospital's Breast Care Boutique, voluntarily follow the safety guidelines suggested by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, and are honored to be listed in the Colorado Breast Cancer Resources Directory.

Now La Isha is delighted to announce that our wonderful skincare line has just been accredited by "Happy Chemo" - an organization whose mission is to ease the fear, frustration and financial burden associated with cancer by connecting survivors and caregivers to products, services and resources provided by qualified local and national partners. We look forward to a meaningful collaboration with Ginger Johnson's wonderful organization and helping her serve the national cancer community.

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Does your foundation slide off your face during warm weather? La Isha's Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 18:05:00 +0000

Do you have trouble keeping foundation from sliding off your face during warm weather?

Instead of applying an all-over formulation, try using a light but strongly pigmented concealer instead. Choose a shade close to your natural skin color, to “spot correct” hyperpigmentation or red splotches. When applying concealer under the eye, be sure to pat gently with your ring finger (because it is the weakest digit and will be the most gentle on fragile skin).

Always blend well. You can set the concealer for longer wear by patting over it lightly with a translucent powder, unless the area is heavily wrinkled, in which case you’ll want to skip this step. Powder tends to settle into fine lines and wrinkles and make them appear more pronounced.

If you absolutely must use foundation, try applying it with a dampened foam makeup sponge to keep the coverage light and natural looking.

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Do you have little red bumps on the back of your arms?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 06:40:00 +0000

La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Do You Have Little Red Bumps on the Backs of your Arms?

It is most likely a very common condition known as keratosis pilaris. Although they resemble goosebumps, these bumps are - like blackheads - essentially clogged pores caused by a buildup of keratin, a protein naturally produced by your body. It affects both men and women, and a staggering 50% of all adults and 80% of adolescents.

Keratosis pilaris also seems to have a hereditary component and afflicts people who have asthma, eczema and allergies. Some research suggests that it could be triggered by excessive yeast in the body. The bumps do not usually itch but can get red and inflamed, especially in dry, cold weather.

Although doctors say there are no measures you can take to prevent this condition, there are several things you can do to decrease its appearance once it appears.

1. Use a mild exfoliant or a coarse washcloth. Rub gently.
2. Bathe in warm water – not hot!
3. Use a good moisturizer regularly and stay away from soaps and lotions that have high alcohol content and dry out the skin.

(Always be sure to get a diagnosis from your doctor to make sure that your symptoms are not indicative of some other, more serious skin condition.)

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What part of your face do YOU start with when you apply makeup? Here is La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 16:59:00 +0000

We recommend doing your eyes first!

This way, when little bits of eyeshadow and clumps of mascara fall under your eyes (you know they always do!) you can wipe them up quickly with a damp washcloth or q-tip without messing up your strategically placed undereye concealer and foundation. Makes good sense, right?
Try it and see!

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Got adult onset acne? Here is La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 00:09:00 +0000

Ahhh! Warm summer temperatures, increased sunlight and sweaty outdoor activities! Normally a welcome change for most of us after enduring a cold, grey winter season...but for those of us who suffer from acne, summer weather can cause a nasty flare up of angry red zits and ugly blackheads at a time when we'd like to bare more skin, not less.

Over-active oil glands are a major cause of clogged pores and breakouts, and warm temperatures often send oil production into serious overdrive. While you might instinctively reach for a bottle of astringent or an alcohol-based toner, applying these to troubled skin is actually counterproductive to your efforts. Here's why: alcohol is extremely drying. Once your body senses that your skin is drying out, it sends a message to your oil glands to produce even more oil and bring it back into balance. Not exactly what you had in mind, is it?

Instead of trying to dry out a troubled complexion, try applying a thin layer of honey (Manuka honey from New Zealand is the best choice here) instead. Leave on for about 20 minutes, then rinse off with warm water. Honey contains natural anti-microbial properties that fight infection without irritating your skin, and manuka honey is thought to be the most potent of them all. Voila! Clearer skin without the use of synthetic chemicals!

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Do-It-Yourself Body Scrub - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 29 May 2013 15:43:00 +0000

Looking for a do-it-yourself body scrub that can be used to remove dead skin from elbows, legs, hands and feet?

Buy natural sea salt from your local health food or grocery store and massage into damp skin. Be sure to shower off well and follow with a body moisturizer!

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Is Your Makeup Aging You?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 24 May 2013 20:36:00 +0000

Fifty may be the new forty, and forty the new thirty, but for many of us, the way we dress and apply our makeup hasn’t changed since we were in our mid to late twenties. As busy women who juggle careers, families and a dizzying array of concurrent responsibilities, taking the time to leaf through a fashion magazine and see what is in style isn’t always in first place on our To Do List.

To make matters worse, what looked good on us as young women first venturing out into the real world, is almost certainly no longer appropriate for us at this stage of our lives. Every one of us knows someone still clinging to a look that was in vogue back in ye olde college days. It could be heavy handed cat-eye liner that looked sexy on Brigitte Bardot back in the 50s, or a poufy teased updo held in place with hairspray and chunky bobby pins. Perhaps it is a spiky androgenous haircut, the kind made popular in the 1980s by David Bowie in the movie Labyrinth, or a pair of wooden-soled Candie’s pumps that were all the rage in the 70’s, but now look conservative and vintage at best. When was the last time you took an objective look at yourself in the mirror?

Getting together with a friend whose taste you trust may be more in line with your budget than a visit to a professional makeup artist or wardrobe specialist. So before you panic, here is a list of very basic makeup do’s and don’ts for women over 40, to help you figure out if you are in need of an emergency update to your current look.

1. Remember the less-is-more rule! If you are going to accentuate your eyes, use relatively light, sheer colors for the rest of your makeup so that your features do not compete for the focal point of your face.

2. Thin skimpy or translucent brows that do not adequately frame your face are extremely aging, even on someone as beautiful as Angelina Jolie. Be sure to fill in sparse brows with a brow color that matches your hair color. If you are missing the outer third of your brows (if you are suffering from an underactive thyroid this is fairly common), you may need to pencil them in with light feathery strokes and set in place with a colored brow powder or eyeshadow (which works equally well).

3. Applying a little bit of waxy-pencil-based highlighter beneath the brow can help keep brow color from migrating in the summer heat. Subtly highlighting the area will also lift, open, and brighten the eyes.

4. Use an eyelash curler before applying mascara to your top lashes. It will make your eyes look bigger, better defined and brighter. Skip applying mascara to the lower lashes where it can smudge and create too much shadow.

5. Avoid shimmery, sparkly colors anywhere on your face. They tend to make women look older by accentuating fine lines and wrinkles.

6. Eyeshadow colors that are too light will not camouflage blue veins and discolorations, so if yours are visible, opt for slightly darker, more opaque colors with stronger pigments.

7. Instead of using a liquid eyeliner that can settle into the crinkly lash line and look uneven and jagged, try applying a smudge of soft eyeliner pencil or a dark powdered shadow to define your eyes instead. It will make your eyes look larger and you won’t have to worry about drawing a perfectly straight line!

8. Because women tend to lose color (pigment) as we age, try using a slightly warmer tone of hydrating foundation to brighten up your skin. Apply sparingly. Remember: more is not necessarily better!

9. Stay away from powder-type foundations. Powder can settle into fine lines and make you look fifteen years older than you are.

10. Apply a dot of concealer on the outer corners of the eyes and blend to give the illusion of added lift and brightness. Stay away from concealers that are drying, cake up and tend to settle in fine lines and wrinkles.

11. Instead of using a powder blush, try using a cream formula for a soft, dewy glow. Apply a small amount to the apple of your cheeks and blend well. We’ve all seen women who resemble circus clowns because of the circular glob of bright color sitting in the center of their cheeks. Don’t be one of them!

12. Blend a little bit of highlighter on the top of your cheeks to create the illusion of having higher cheekbones!

13. Taking family pictures? Use a high-definition primer under your makeup. The reflective particles in the primer will add glow and make your skin look flawless in the photographs.

14. Make sure you use a gentle facial exfoliant on your lips (like La Isha’s Orange Coconut Skin Polish) to remove dead skin cells and alleviate dryness. This will help prevent lipstick from bleeding into the fine lines and wrinkles around your mouth.

15. I like to apply a little bit of eyeshadow primer around my mouth to prevent makeup from settling in the fine lines around my lips. It creates a softer, fuller look, too. Experiment with this and see if it works for you!

16. Avoid heavy lipliner, and when choosing a color, find one that is close to the shade of your lipstick color. In other words, do not use a brown lipliner with light pink lipstick – find a light pink liner instead. You can use the liner to line and fill in your lips, then layer with lipstick. Be careful about using lipgloss, as it tends to migrate into the surrounding tissues outside of the lipline and accentuate fine lines and wrinkles.

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How to Wear Your Hair at the Beach - La Isha's Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:57:00 +0000

Heading out to the beach this Memorial Day weekend and don't know what to do with your hair? Here's an easy fix for long hair, that will help you avoid tangles in the windy surf and still look good afterwards!

Apply coconut oil to your hair, then weave your hair into a braid. The salt water mist will act like a natural setting lotion, leaving lovely waves in your hair that will remain long after you undo the braid. Beautiful!

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Shampoo Residue Can Clog Your Pores - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:02:00 +0000

La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip

of the Day!

Did you know that some of the ingredients in shampoos and conditioners can clog your pores? When you bathe or shower, be sure to wash and condition your hair first, then soap up or cleanse your skin afterwards to remove the last vestiges of any residue that may be hanging on.

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May is #Celiac Awareness Month! Need Gluten-free skincare? We have it!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:29:00 +0000

May is #Celiac Awareness Month!

If you are gluten intolerant (like we are), or have celiac disease, you will be happy to know that La Isha Natural Skincare is gluten-free! So you can apply it freely, without worrying about the health consequences and enjoy the full beauty benefits!

Here are some interesting stats on celiac and gluten intolerance from Jessica Rubino at newhope360:

1 in 133
Estimated number of people in the U.S. affected by celiac disease, the majority of whom remain undiagnosed.

6–7%
Population thought to have non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

17%
Growth of the gluten-free foods market as it boomed in 2012. Conventional grocery grew less than 1% during the same period.

29%
Americans who say they are trying to avoid gluten for health reasons, according to NPD Group.

#2
Place “gluten-free” was listed in Time magazine’s Top 10 Food Trends of 2012.

$4.2 billion
The size of the gluten-free market in the United States in 2012, according to Packaged Facts.

$6.6 billion
The expected size of the gluten-free category by 2017, according to Packaged Facts.

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Got Puffy Eyes? - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:48:00 +0000

La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Are your eyes puffy when you wake up in the morning?
Here’s a quick and easy fix that your mother and grandmother may have used! Soak 2 tea bags in water (caffeinated tea seems to work best, as the caffeine helps stimulate circulation and reduce fluid retention) and put them in the freezer for 10 minutes. Remove and put one on each eye, and lie down for about 15 minutes while they work their magic. The result? Reduced bags and brighter looking eyes!

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About Nail Polish Color - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:34:00 +0000

La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Did you know that light nail polishes tend to turn yellow in the sun?

If you plan on spending time outdoors in the bright sunlight, you might opt for going bare (see our post on 5-19) or wearing a dark opaque shade, like this midnight blue. (Shown here for the color, not as an endorsement of the brand.)

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Memorial Day Savings from La Isha!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:46:00 +0000

Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman.

While the role of women in active combat is still a topic of hot debate in the U.S., women have an undeniable history in the military that spans over 400 years, traverses every continent on the planet and pervades a multitude of cultures.

This Memorial Day, La Ishá salutes today’s women in the military and the supportive women at home and behind the scenes, who, regardless of their political affiliation, continue to make sacrifices in the interest of protecting democracy and creating a better world for our children to inherit.

Go to http://la-isha.com/special-promotions and enter the code: "MEMORIAL2013" in the discount coupon box during checkout and get 15% off all purchases over $70.

Offer good between Sunday May 19th and Monday May 27^th,2013.

La Ishá Natural Skincare is the 1st all-natural skin care line dedicated exclusively to safe effective beauty for women 35 and over. Based on clinical grade essential oil therapy, our results-oriented formulations are certified cruelty-free, vegan and gluten-free.

Made without synthetic preservatives, artificial colors or fragrances
Free of all-known potential cancer-causing agents including parabens, phthalates, sulfates and petroleum derivatives
Made with organic, cold-pressed therapeutic grade oils of maximum potency
Never tested on animals
Earth-friendly: packaged in recyclable containers
Always made fresh to order, one small batch at a time for optimal results you can see!

Please note: this offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts, and excludes our Anti-Aging Skin Care Sampler. Offer good within the extended U.S. only. Shop early for best selection!

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