Whаt’ѕ оn Yоur Lаbеl? A Clоѕеr Lооk аt Coal Tar

Whаt iѕ it? What is coal tar? Cоаl tаr is a by-product of the coal burning and production process.  It is a thick, viscous, dark liquid and contains a mix of several hundrеd compounds, including a group of chemicals called роlусусliс аrоmаtiс hydrocarbons (PAHѕ). These chemicals can potentially cause cataracts, liver damage, redness and irritation… Continue reading Whаt’ѕ оn Yоur Lаbеl? A Clоѕеr Lооk аt Coal Tar

What’s on Your Label? A Closer Look at DEA, MEA and TEA

What is it? DEA, MEA and TEA are ethanolamine compounds.  These compounds are clear, thick, viscous liquids that have an ammonia like smell.  They are used to adjust the PH level of products, as fragrances and as emulsifying agents.  When these chemicals are used in conjunction with certain preservatives that break down into nitrogen, they… Continue reading What’s on Your Label? A Closer Look at DEA, MEA and TEA

5 Beauty Benefits of Rose Petal Powder

Who doesn’t love the delicate, aromatic beauty of a rose?  Roses are not only the quintessential symbol of love and adoration, they can also be used to enhance our natural skin care beauty routine. I have dry skin and have typically used clay face masks with added herbs and nutrients like spirulina and kelp to… Continue reading 5 Beauty Benefits of Rose Petal Powder