Don't Be Fooled By Marketing, Check For The Natural Seal!

With the demand for "natural" beauty products on the rise – such as lotions, balms and shampoos.
The manufactures are responding with a host of new beauty products, all labeled "natural".
The only problem is that some are natural and some are not.

So, how's a shopper to know if they're buying a "natural" product or not?

Until now, we had no way of knowing whether or not a product was truly "natural" (since there was no standard definition of the term used by the industry.)

Well, that's no longer the case.

To end this confusion and help consumers, the Natural Products Association just unveiled a new certification program that defines natural and includes an easily-identified seal. (See image)

You can expect the seal to begin appearing on certified natural beauty care products such as Burt’s Bees, Weleda, Aubrey Organics, Badger Balm, Farmaesthetics, and Trilogy Fragrances this summer.

These companies have volunteered (this is not a requirement by any federal agency), to join in with the Natural Products Association (the largest non-profit company in this arena) - because they got fed up with seeing other companies call their lines “natural” when they were anything but.
Actually, much of what we see on the shelves that says "natural", contains NOTHING natural…

The seal will help take the guesswork out of smart buying and educate consumers on what products are truly natural.

Products must follow strict guidelines set out by the Natural Products Association to merit bearing the natural seal.

The criteria includes, but are not limited to:

– 95% truly natural ingredients

– No ingredients with any potential suspected human health risks

– No processes that significantly or adversely alter the purity/effect of the natural ingredients

– Ingredients that come from a purposeful, renewable/plentiful source found in nature (flora, fauna, mineral)

– Processes that are minimal and don't use synthetic/harsh chemicals or otherwise dilute purity

– Unnatural ingredients only when viable natural alternative ingredients are unavailable and only when there are absolutely no suspected potential human health risks

So, don't be fooled when buying "natural" products, start checking for the natural seal this summer.

HUGE Giveaway, At The Beauty Of Life!

Just because it's spring, my friend Jamie over at The Beauty of Life is having a Huge Giveaway!

That's right, she giving away $824 worth of beauty products.

One lucky winner will receive all of the following amazing products...

Vera Wang Princess Flower Princess Eau de Toilette

24.7 Skincare Targeted Wrinkle Treatment

Too Faced Lights, Camera, Glamour

Hard Candy metallic pink pencil case

Essiespa Sea Mineral Glow

Avon Advance Techniques Anti-Frizz Capsules

Calgon Hawaiian Ginger Body Mist

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Ralph Wild Eau de Toilette

Sonia Kashuk Bare Minimum Pressed Powder Bronzer in Golden-48

Sonia Kashuk Golden Summer Spray Bronzer

Sonia Kashuk Sheer Lip Color in Passion Fruit and Hibiscus

Bliss Super Slough Scrub

L'Oreal Skin Genesis Multi-Layer Cell Strengthening Daily Treatment Serum Concentrate

Wellness by Clean Eau de Parfums in Harmony and Purity

Sephora Peach Blossom Body Scrub

St. Ives Oatmeal & Shea Butter Advanced Body Moisturizer

Skin Milk Shaving Milk

e.l.f. Peony Petal Nourishing Body Lotion

Jonathan IB Revitalizer Overnight Oil Treatment Spray

Orly Nail Lacquer in Bon Bon, First Kiss, My Beau and Secret Admirer

Clinique Colour Surge Eye Shadow Soft Shimmer in Lot-A-Lilac

Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Liquid Glitter Eyeliner in Platinumania

Lancome Colour Fever Gloss in Burning Up

Bourjois Effet 3D High Shine Lipgloss in Rose Symphonic

Estee Lauder Lip Shaping Gloss Pencil in Sheer Tawny

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Sheer Lip Tint in Fuchsia

CoverGirl WetSlicks Fruit Spritzers Lipgloss in Grape Splash

T3 Narrow Wet-Or-Dry

Now that's a LOT of STUFF!

You're probably wondering, "what do I have to do to win all of these incredible beauty products?"

Well, not much.

Just click on this link or go to: http://beautychick101.blogspot.com/2008/05/just-because-its-spring-huge-giveaway.html

And enter your name and email (for prize verification purposes only) in the box provided.

One lucky winner will be selected on June 1.

Good Luck!

Pink Awareness Brush Set

In recognition of breast cancer awareness month, The Brush Company has created a "Pink Awareness Brush Set."

20% of the proceeds from all sales, will benefit selected breast cancer foundations.

The "Pink Awareness Brush Set" has five mini makeup brushes, complete with pink handles and stores in a soft roll case with flap closing.

The set includes:

Powder Brush- A large brush that's perfect for applying face and/or body powder.

Blush Brush – A brush that can be used for applying blush (cheek color) or loose face powder.

Deluxe Oval Shadow Brush - A unique almond-shaped brush, that's designed to apply color to the entire eye.

Use it also to blend and soften eyeshadow for a seamless look.

Chisel Fluff Brush –A brush with longer fibers that tapers at the brush tip for precision detail work after applying shadow.

Use it to highlight under the eye brow or for creating sexy smoky eyes.

Angle Liner Brush – An angle brush used for filling in brow color or to line your eyes.

And would you believe it still fits in your purse.

So, you can take it with you easily - perfect for the woman who needs, "on-the-go beauty".

The Brush Company offers the "Pink Awareness Brush Set", 365 days a year, 24/7, until a cure is found.

The Brush Company Brushes are made Cruelty-Free.

Your Special Price : $17.00

(Usual retails for: $54.00)

Available at: http://www.thebrushcompany.com/

Miss Oops Pedicure In A Bottle

Miss Oops Pedicure In A Bottle is an all-in-one treatment for your feet.
It's suppose to exfoliate, smooth and hydrate rough feet.

I've been using Miss Oops Pedicure In A Bottle for about 2 weeks now.
I can't say I won't be needing professional pedicures anymore.
But, I can say my feet stay soft for a long time.

Ingredients:

Salicylic Acid – Gently exfoliates rough skin and calluses

Shea Butter – Hydrates skin and locks in moisture

Peppermint and Menthol – Soothes and cools your soles

Lavender and Tea Tree Oils – Fight bacteria and odor

Miss Oops Pedicure In A Bottle
Price: $18.00 (4.5 oz)

Availability:
Miss Oops® Pedicure In A Bottle is available at niche boutiques nationwide and at http://www.missoops.com/

Avon Pro-To-Go Lipstick

Avon's Pro-To-Go Lipstick is genius!

The packaging is revolutionary.

Designed for one handed application.

You can open, apply and close at the push of a button - I just love it!

The case looks like a gadget from "Get Smart" - remember that TV show.

Anyway, this lipstick really is for the girl on the go.

And I like that is has an SPF 15 in it to help protect your lips from the sun (so, you can use it at the pool or the beach).

I also found Avon's Pro-To-Go Lipstick to be moisturizing, leaving just a sheer wash of color on the lips, for a more natural look.
Perfect lipstick for all day wear.

Avon's Pro-To-Go Lipstick is available in 15 shades - from Intimate Nude to Berry Juicy.

Suggested Retail Price: $9.00

Order Now On-Line and Pay Only $5.99 (Avon Pro-To-Go Lipstick Intro Special)

Go to: http://avon.com/

Or to find an Avon representative, visit Avon on-line or call 1-800-FOR-AVON.

Blushing Cherry Blossom From Bath & Body Works

The easiest way for me to post on fragrances is to wear them while I'm writing.

Every time I smell Blushing Cherry Blossom Eau de Toilette, it reminds me of a bride - fresh, radiant and blissful.

An extremely feminine smell, like the blushing pink petals of a budding cherry blossom at spring.

Blushing Cherry Blossom is the third and most blissful fragrance of Bath & Body Works' Cherry Blossom collection.

Which also includes Cherry Blossom and Japanese Cherry Blossom.

Blushing Cherry Blossom is available in:

Eau de Toilette for $19.00

Body Lotion ($10.00)

Shower Gel ($10.00)

Body Splash ($11.00)

Body Cream ($11.00),

and a Limited Edition Satin Body Veil ($14.50)

Any of these products from Bath & Body Works Cherry Blossom collection would make a great bridal present.

Or just buy it for yourself to celebrate spring!

WHERE TO FIND IT:

Exclusively at Bath & Body Works stores and via http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/

Total Beauty Blogs, Weekend Reads

Looking for something new to read this weekend.

Then check-out these excellent beauty blogs from Total Beauty's blog community.

The Daily Cookie loves the Urban Decay Ammo Eye Palette to help her travel light!

Jeanne from Periodic Style tells you how to get full salon service at little to no cost — be a hair model!

Marta from Talking Makeup introduces the Global Chic Collection by IMAN.

Beauty Anonymous shares with you her first impressions of Chanel Summer 2008 Makeup Collection!

Want a review of one of the newest self-tan products out there? Look no further, Canadian Beauty delivers!

The Muse shares a review on Shimmer Shine Liquid Eye Shadow from Bourjois Paris!

A Mom in Red High Heels discusses a busy woman’s concern with her morning routine. Find out the time saving, confidence- boosting tips!

Monique at Beauty Girl Musings finds a real organic line worth trying.

The girls at Beauty in Real Life, score their first ever interview with celeb makeup artist and Passport to Beauty author, Shalini Vadhera.

Nars takes Joy from Makeup Junkie to South Beach thanks to The Multiple in South Beach!

Toya does her Mother’s Day FOTD with products from the Sally Hansen Natural Beauty line (inspired by Carmindy)!

Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee continues her self-tanning addiction by reviewing Neutrogena’s MicroMist Tanning Spray.

Have a Great Weekend!