Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub

Introducing our newest sugar scrub, our Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub.  Why sea kelp you might ask?

Sea Kelp Powder is a wonderful detoxifier which helps reduce cellulites. It also offers loads of other benefits for our skin. It helps fight Acne, Wrinkles, Lightens Dark Spots and heals sunburn. Sea Kelp/Marine Algae/Seaweed is a type of plant found in the sea. Sea Kelp has been widely used in face/body firming and anti-cellulite products.

Originally popularized in France, those in other countries took notice soon after because these ingredients really do revitalize, tone and moisturize the skin while producing the most radiant glow your skin has ever seen! Furthermore, these ingredients from the sea, when used in natural skin care products can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, cellulite, and acne all while improving the quality of your skin as a whole.
Some of the specific benefits Algae and Sea Kelp offer the skin include ~
• Algae are a good source of Omega3 fatty acids- Omega 3 fatty acids help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. They also prevent dryness and fight skin problems like eczema and acne.
• Algae regulates the production of sebum- The production of sebum is necessary for the skin to be moisturized and thereby prevent dehydration of the skin.
• Algae offers antioxidant properties-Ffree radical damage is the number one cause of skin aging. Algae helps fight free radicals and also helps aid in the production of collagen and elastin, which are essential to having firmer skin.
• Sea nutrients such as Algae and Sea Kelp are loaded with essential minerals and vitamins. These offer regenerative, protective and intense rejuvenating properties to prevent the aging process while also repairing skin damage.

We have chosen to combine our organic sea kelp in our sugar scrub to add a gentle exfoliating quality and added apricot kernel oil for extra moisturizing ability.  Use our Sea Kelp Sugar Scrub on you face and/or your entire body for soft beautiful skin.

New Products, New Herbs and Summer Salves

Hi all!  As we all know, Spring is just around the corner and we are all looking forward to warmer days, outdoor projects that have been neglected all winter, and fun in the sun with family and friends.  I have been busy working on some great new products to help take care of your skin.

My research has lead me to some great herbal remedies and skin care products for summer sun.  With warmer weather comes itches, rashes, scrapes and bruises from Summer games, hikes, camping or swimming.  I will soon be introducing a couple of salves to make dealing with these common summer skin problems easier.  Bugs & Bubbles Everything Salve and our new Anti-Itch Salve.

My new Everything Salve is made of a combination of Echinacea, goldenseal, yarrow, and cayenne.  Echinacea is shown to have to have immuno stimulant, antiviral, antiexudative, anti-inflammatory, bacteriostatic, and fungistatic properties.  The proven actions of Echinacea are due to water-soluble polysaccharides. They act by sequestering the attacks of various microbes and allow the body to heal itself. Upon reaching an infected area, the polysaccharides have an immunostimulant effect, which results in the production of leucocytes (white blood cells). The resulting phagocytic action of the leucocytes effectively eradicates a number of infectious organisms.  The primary active ingredients in goldenseal are the alkaloids hydrastine and berberine, along with lesser amounts of canadine. Berberine appears to have a wide range of antimicrobial activity against pathogens, including Chlamydia, E. coli, and Salmonella typhi, as well as viruses and protozoans. The herb also  appears to stimulate the activity of macrophages, the immune cells that attack harmful bacteria. The herb seems to work quickly to knock these pathogens out. Yarrow has been used by acient cultures including the Greeks and Romans for- 

Bleeding, hemorrhage	Hair loss
Hemorrhoids	Nosebleed
Sore nipples	Wounds, burns

And, finally cayenne produces a warming effect while attacking bacteria, fungi, and assisting in reducing swelling and pain.  This salve is great for kids and adults and works on almost everything!

Bugs & Bubbles Anti-Itch Salve is derived from Pau D'Arco Bark.  The Incas and native tribes of South America use pau d’arco bark externally as a poultice or decoction for treating skin diseases including eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, hemorrhoids and skin cancers.The recent popularity of pau d’arco in western herbology is attributed to its anti fungal activity in treating systemic yeast infections like candida albicans.  It contains astringent compounds that shrink inflamed tissues and are anti-fungal.  My Anti-Itch salve can be used by kids and adults.  It is good for rashes (including diaper rash), fungal infections, yeast infections, and a variety of rashes resulting from contact with plants or animals.  It also works great for severe dry skin problems. 

Look for these and other great products in our store soon!