Posts Tagged ‘exfoliate’

Posted on March 1, 2010 - by Leslie Billera

A Sea of Bodily Love: Sponges & Loofahs

We hope by now you’re treating yourself to at least one relaxing, aromatherapeutic bath a week that’s:

• Good for the earth: the non-toxic ingredients in organic bath and beauty products don’t wind up in our water streams.
• Great for your body: by making smart choices about the products you put on your skin, you’re investing your health.

Now it’s time to think about transporting all the nutrient-rich soaps, sea salts, scrubs and more available from Napa Valley Bath in the most eco-conscious way…

Sea and Be Seen

Opt for sea sponges versus synthetic sponges, which are typically made from petrochemicals.

For thousands of years, people have been cleansing themselves with multi-celled sea sponges. Sea sponges live in almost every aquatic environment, filtering nutrients from the water through their pores.

Real sea sponges:

• Are a non-endangered species, so they are greener alternative to synthetic sponges
• Regenerate, so there’s no worries about over-harvesting
• Hold a greater amount of water
• Biodegrade, so there’s no waste

So ditch that pink, plasticized pouf hanging in your shower – your green bath is truly sea sponge-worthy!

Love Your Loofah

Did you know that a loofah is a dried plant related to the squash family?  Loofah sponges can be used every day to:

• Give a boost to your circulatory system
• Cleanse and exfoliate your skin
• Help prevent cellulite build-up

Make sure that any loofah you buy is organically-grown and unbleached. In a DIY mood? Harvest your own!

Posted on October 22, 2009 - by Leslie Billera

Sweet Exfoliation: A Users Guide

Removing dead skin cells using exfoliation promises healthier looking skin that feels less congested.

When you use an all-natural exfoliating ingredient like sugar, you protect your skin from the following toxins. These ‘ingredients’ are often used in the products doled out by spas and high-end skin care clinics in deep-cleansing treatments:

• petrochemicals
• synthetic preservatives
• penetration enhancers
• sodium laureth/lauryl sulfates
• artificial fragrances and dyes

Why slough off dead skin cells with toxins when healthy, organic options abound? After all, our skin is our largest organ, a conduit to our circulatory system and our other organs.  In fact, what you put on your body is just as important as what you eat!

Sugar Love

Sugar is super sweet on the skin and a fantastic, all-natural exfoliator.  Sugar is…

• alpha-hydroxy rich, which amounts to a great glow
• safe: no harsh side effects
• great for all skin types
• an effective lymph fluid stimulator and circulator
• a skin hydrator – a natural humectant, sugar scrubs draw moisture to the skin

Healthy How To

To delight in the natural decadence of organic sugar exfoliating, simply follow these steps:

1. Apply sugar scrubs before you shave during a shower or warm bath

2. Apply the sugar scrub with small onward and outward movements; roll and press on your skin versus rubbing the scrub into it.

3. Focus on dry and scaly patches – but don’t press too hard!

4. Leave on longer to make your sugar scrub work as a mask

5. Rinse off with tepid water.

Check out all of our bath and body products and find the one that appeals to you!