beauty

Sunscreens act as a barrier to solar ultraviolet radiation They are said to reduce the chances of developing sunburn and the risk of skin cancer. Ingredients that exclude UVA rays include oxybenzone, avobenzone or Parsol 1789 Ingredients that exclude UVB rays include cinnamates and salicylates Ingredients like zinc oxide which is a natural material, deflects light and this and titanium dioxide are both used in highly effective sunscreens.

The Internet is so big, it’s easy to miss shopping resources, especially if you’re environmentally conscientious. Here’s an easy guide to green shopping online:

Summer is coming and it's time to start thinking swim suits. Head to the beach this summer in eco-conscious swimwear and you'll not only look great but you'll feel great, too.

For the more than 50% of the population who describes their skin as sensitive, here's hope in a bottle: The L'Occitane Shea & Organic Cotton Skincare line (which includes a cleanser, serum, cream and mask) is made to prevent allergic reactions, calm irritation, and reduce redness. See why Sprig loves this new line!

Some of the cosmetic products are USDA organic certified. Find out what Organic means and which companies are USDA organic certified.

Ten prominent "green" personal-care products companies -- including Avalon Organics, Aveda, Jason, Kiss My Face, and Nature’s Gate -- have been sued today for allegedly using the term "organic" in a deceptive way.

Organic lavender oil is a natural anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, antiseptic, anti-depressant, decongestant, deodorant, insecticide, sedative, and more. It is definitely a useful little oil to have handy and smells absolutely wonderful!

The goal of the Dove Self Esteem Fund is to change “the current, narrow definition of beauty.” As much as I agree with this goal, there is a downside. Unilever imports palm oil from Indonesia, where rainforests and tropical peatlands are destroyed.

Why fairness cream? Because fairness is celebrated as a virtue in South Asia and light skin has great social implications both for men and women. Because dark, or what is euphemistically, called “wheatish complexion”, is considered ugly.

Ahimsa is a Sanskrit word that refers to the Hindu, Buddhist and Jain doctrine of non-violence and peace. Indian silk — used to manufacture saris, stoles and fabric —is famous for its quality, as well as for promoting the traditional method of weaving silk by hand.

You can use ingredients you will find in the fridge and kitchen cupboards and make your own home made beauty recipes to get beautiful and healthy-looking skin and hair. Following beauty tips will show you how you can be a natural beauty

Cosmetics companies are no longer just paying lip service to the environment: Many are now offering a growing selection of products made with natural and organic ingredients, and are opting for recyclable and biodegradable packaging. Take a look at seven companies who are making the environment a part of their cause.

Easy, inexpensive, fun! And guess what, it's lead free. What could be better than making your own lip balm? Here is a basic recipe with several ideas on customizing it just for you.

Some scary truths about consumers’ assumptions could lead to a “green” backlash concludes The Green Gap a survey released this week