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are many commercials advertised products which will promise you young and healthy skin. Many of them even claim to be “all natural” or to be “herbal”. They may contain some herbal components, but in addition they contain chemicals that cause damage to the cells. The personal care products shown below are truly “natural”.
If you are taking the time to care for your body, it is important to use products on your skin that will enhance your health. as the skin is a living organ and absorbs what you apply to it.
Keep in mind that in alternative medicine, good skin is a reflection of a good digestive system. People with skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis often suffer from constipation, imbalanced "good" vs. "bad" bacteria, leaky gut, and other digestive conditions. Learn more about
how digestion affects the skin.
Water intake is also a very important factor is skin care. When water intake is low, the skin will swell and hold in water rather than allow the body to become dehydrated. It is important to drink lots of pure water. The skin can become overworked and saggy from stretching when it is constantly
trying to compensate for dehydration. Drinking water also provides liquids for our bodies to use in the sweat glands. Water is important for the skin cells to get the oxygen and nutrients they need to stay healthy.
The skin works to protect the body from infection. It is rather acidic, providing an environment for germs which consume other harmful organisms. When we use soaps, which are harsh, the environment necessary for the good germs to live and protect our skin is damaged . You may
have noticed dry, cracking skin after washing dishes or washing your hands too many times.
Here we show you tips on how to properly care for your skin, from the right way to wash your face, to the best moisturizers and UV protection.
Before we start with the skincare routine, you'll need to know your skin type. How you care for your skin is utterly dependent on the type of skin you have: oily, normal/combination, dry, sensitive or sun- damaged.
Take the "skin test" so you know what skin type you have.
Wash your face, pat it dry, then take a few pieces of rice paper or lens-cleaning tissue paper and press on different spots on your face. If your skin is oily, the paper will stick, pick up oily spots and become translucent. If the paper doesn't stick or pick up any oily spots, your skin is dry. If it
sticks in your t-zone (forehead, nose and chin) then you have combination (or normal) skin.
Type 1: Oily skin tends to shiny with enlarged pores, and is prone to blackheads and blemishes. You might experience some tightness.
Type 2: Combination/normal This skin type has medium pores, a smooth and even texture, good circulation, healthy color, may tend toward dryness on the cheeks while being oily in the t-zone.
Type 3: Sensitive skin tends to be thin, delicate with fine pores. It flushes easily, is prone to broken capillaries, is frequently allergic and can be rashy.
Type 4: Dry skin feels tight, especially after cleansing. You have a tendency towards fine wrinkles, flaking and red patches. In women of color, skin may appear ashy or dull from dead skin buildup.
Type 5: Aging or sun-damaged This skin also feels tight with visible wrinkles, slack skin tone -- especially around the cheeks and jawline -- with leathery texture and broken capillaries.
How to choose the right product(s) for you:
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Nourishing Cleansing Lotion gently and effectively cleanses without stripping the skin’s natural barrier or disrupting its delicate moisture balance.
Natural soap-free cleansers lift away all traces of makeup and eliminate impurities that accumulate on the skin. A smooth, creamy lather leaves skin feeling soft, healthy and thoroughly clean. It hydrates and conditions while restoring vital moisture and nutrients.
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Cleansing Gel contains a natural blend of non-soap cleansing agents to riremove, surface debris and excess oils. Antioxidants from
essential vitamins A, B, C and E supply reinforcement against environmental aggressors. Botanical extracts like aloe, green tea, chamomile, Ginkgo biloba, ginseng, sea lettuce and grape seed soften, soothe, protect, stimulate and rejuvenate your skin.
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Nourishing Toner sweeps away any impurities left after cleansing and helps balance the skin’s pH level as it prepares skin for moisturizing. It contains natural,
conditioning humectants to moisturize skin and strengthen its resistance to the environment. Essential vitamins A, B, C and E slough away any remaining impurities and create balanced skin texture for an enhanced look and feel.
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Balancing Toner balances your skin’s natural pH and oil levels. Essential vitamins A, B, C and E slough away any
remaining impurities. It also purifies beneath the skin’s surface, minimizing and tightening pores. Witch hazel promotes even skin tone. Extracts of cinnamon, ginger and burnet absorb extra oil and regulate sebum production. This alcohol-free formula bathes the skin in extracts of
algae which rejuvenates and replenishing the skin’s natural barrier.
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Skin Refining Serum (for both skin types) is a special treatment to refine your skin and restore its youthful look. It works within the skin to
dramatically reduce the visible signs of aging and restore your natural radiance. This remarkable, acid-free skin refiner is infused with a special renewal complex comprised of glucosamine HCl, algae extract and a skin-beneficial yeast extract that allows cells to regenerate naturally by removing surface level cells that are already dead. Skin Refining Serum improves skin’s
appearance immediately, then keeps working over time to help reduce the signs of aging. As new, youthful skin is revealed, skin takes on a vibrant appearance.
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Daily Defense Lotion provides immediate hydration in a lightweight formula. The SPF 15 shields against harmful rays, and plankton extract
aids in defending DNA and rejuvenating the visible signs of damage from sun exposure. Squalene and cocoa butter restore vital moisture as sweet almond and apricot kernel oils impart skin-softening properties. Pure plant extracts condition, while essential vitamins A, B, C and E provide age-defying benefits and antioxidant protection against
scavenging free radicals.
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Balancing Daily Lotion SPF15 supplies broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. It contains titanium dioxide, considered one of the best forms of sun protection because it works immediately and
acts as a physical barrier. Natria Sun Screen is fortified with DNA defense enzymes to protect skin and help correct the visible signs of damage caused by sun exposure. Plant extracts soothe and condition, while vitamins A, B, C and E provide antioxidants to counteract the free-radical damage caused by sun exposure.
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Advanced Recovery Cream (for both skin types) drenches your skin with instant hydration to rapidly boost and sustain
moisture levels and replenish what your skin loses throughout the day. This rich cream combines the finest ingredients to let you wake up to younger-looking skin. Advanced Recovery Cream replenishes skin throughout the night. As your skin rests, microcaccus lysate, a specialized enzyme, improves appearance. Botanical extracts like aloe, green tea
and grape seed naturally replenish the skin’s barrier with essential moisture and help prevent water loss. Vitamins A, B, C and E support the skin with potent, free radical fighting antioxidants. This rich cream hydrates with luxurious emollients and humectants like squalene and sodium PCA that add luster and restore a vital look. |
CUSTOM SKIN CARE |
Deep Detoxifying Mask draws out excess oils, impurities and toxins. Provides a mild cooling sensation as kaolin and bentonite clays gently exfoliate skin
surface. These concentrated clays promote a healthy complexion. Ginger extract purifies and helps supplement normal sebum production. Organic and mineral components offer powerful antioxidant protection and impart freshness, firmness and uniformity to the skin. As skin is deep-cleansed, it is left feeling soft, smooth and free from impurities as
toxins are effectively neutralized. |
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Five Phase Eye Refine defends and hydrates fragile skin around the eyes as it fights the most visible signs of aging and stress around the eyes. It provides proper hydration and replenishes
skin. It improves firmness and helps complement skin’s collagen and elastin support structure. Its NatriNew complex helps visibly smooth lines and wrinkles. Five-Phase Eye Refine significantly diminishes the appearance of puffiness and visibly reduces the look of dark circles. Additionally, the formula provides antioxidant protection and age-defying benefits. |
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BODY CARE |
Herbal Trim Skin Treatment was developed to help deep cleanse the skin and to help tone and tighten the skin of those who are losing weight. Since the skin works to excrete toxins that the other eliminative organs are unable to handle, it is important to help free it of those
toxins. The skin has the ability to both release and absorb, which makes it especially important to deeply cleanse the skin after a time of perspiration such as exercise when the skin has had an opportunity to release toxins. Washing the skin will prevent toxins from being reabsorbed. Herbal Trim Skin Treatment contains Irish moss plant extract, comfrey
root extract, Tei Fu oil blend (eucalyptus oil, wintergreen oil, menthol and other essential oils), soluble collagen, elastin and citric acid.
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Irish Moss Hand and Body Lotion is pH balanced to match the acidity of the skin. This is important because improperly balanced lotions can cause the skin to actually need more lotion instead of helping the skin to produce it’s own oils. Irish Moss Hand and Body Lotion aids problems such as dry, rough, patchy skin. This lotion contains Irish
moss (used as a stabilizer but also has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties), comfrey (a soothing herb which encourages the quick growth of cells and is known for helping to heal irritated tissues), aloe vera (see below), sunflower oil (a natural unsaturated oil to add to the oils of the skin), PABA (protects the skin from the rays of the sun)
and vitamins A, D, and E.
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Moisture Full Body Wash is a nutrient-rich formula that provides a revitalized look to the skin. It protects against dryness with penetrating hydrators. Cleansing agents derived from natural sources gently and effectively clean the skin. Aloe, green tea leaf extract, stinging nettle and other herbal and botanical extracts indulge skin with nourishing properties. Vitamins A, B, C and E soak into the skin where they deposit free-radical fighting antioxidants. Moisture Full Body Wash leaves
your skin thoroughly clean, moisturized and refreshed. |
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Irish Moss Lotion is designed for overall skin care needs and promotes skin health, suppleness and elasticity. This improved formula contains a unique
moisture-replenishing complex that protects against harmful, external drying elements and ensures optimal hydration. It also provides important vitamins (A, B, C and E) that deposit vital nutrients directly to the skin. Herbal and botanical extracts, including Irish Moss extract, aloe vera gel, (green tea), comfrey root extract, Icelandic moss and Morinda citrifolia juice
provide natural, skin-nourishing benefits. |
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WRINKLES & LINES |
The skin is constantly subjected to the intrinsic and external aging process and eventually begins to show signs of aging. Triple Effect Age Relief Cream applies rapidly for immediate and long-lasting results in helping to support youthful-looking skin. Its powerful triple action visibly reduces the
signs of aging. Acetyl hexapeptide-3 and hydrolyzed Hibiscus esculentus decrease the visible depth and appearance of wrinkles caused by repeated facial muscle contraction. Palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-3 improve firmness and tone. Saccharomyces/xylinum black tea helps to maintain skin thickness and suppleness.
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ACNE |
Acne Treatment Gel is a powerful combination of natural ingredients that treat the most common concerns associated with acne, helping to clear current blemishes while
preventing future breakouts. Salicylic acid encourages proper exfoliation to slough off dead skin cells and unclog pores. Licorice extract helps maintain a balanced moisture level while alpha-glucan oligosaccharides help create a beneficial skin environment. Algae extract and Artemisia princeps leaf extract provide skin-soothing properties. |
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HAIR CARE |
Restoring Shampoo is a gentle, thorough plant-derived cleansing shampoo that is ideal for daily use. Combined with pure botanical extracts, including aloe, nettle and chamomile and a wholesome blend of vitamins, including A, B, C and E
to strengthen hair and provides reinforcement against drying environmental elements. Jojoba, peppermint and tea tree oils invigorate and revitalize the scalp and hair. Microscopic spheres filled with an active hair-repair complex bind to hair keratin where they remain attached
for hours. This unique hair repair complex lets your hair shine with restored health and beauty.
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Restructuring Conditioner protects and strengthens hair while restoring natural luster and shine.
Herbal and botanical extracts provide needed moisture to stressed or overworked hair, helping to repair and prevent damage to hair shafts.
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