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Pampering-the “Green” Way
by Marcia Horn

With busy schedules, yes, even in the summer, there is no reason that one should forgo a pampering, spa-esque beauty regimen. Within that beauty regimen, it is possible to use natural beauty products for pampering-ones are healthy for you and the environment. An extremely fashionable attitude to take!

Carrot Cake, by philosophy

How Much: $16.00
Buy it At: Beauty Department at Macy's

This delicious-smelling three-in-one shampoo/shower gel/ bubble bath is at the top of the list for a natural way to pamper yourself. After a day at the beach or pool, hair may be parched and defeated. Carrot Cake is ultra-moisturizing and repairs those damaged tresses while permeating the air of your shower or bath with the scent of brown sugar and cinnamon. A wonderful side note to this product is that 100% of philosophy’s gross profits benefit Childhelp, an organization whose mission is preventing and treating child abuse.

Clean Energy Gentle Cleansing Oil, by Origins

How Much: $17.50
Buy it At: Macys.com

Oil and clean? You thought it was a contradiction in terms, but Origins makes it possible and perfect. This 6.7-ounce bottle containing olive, safflower, sesame, sunflower and vitamin E oils works as a cleanser when a drop of water is added. The combined oils create a natural moisturizer, which leaves skin with a soft glow. The scents of the natural citrus fruit energize both skin and attitude. Only a small amount is needed per use, so this bottle will last through several seasons.

Etre Dead Sea Nail Care Kit, by Etre

How Much: $15.99
Buy it At: StreamBeauty.com

This is a huge secret. The Dead Sea has been used since the time of Cleopatra (the Queen of Style, herself!) as a beauty spa. This kit contains four tools (an 8-ounce bottle of lotion, a four-way nail buffer, a thick, durable nail file, and a 1-ounce bottle of cuticle oil) to bring nails to their utmost of natural shine and healthiness. This salty body of water is rich with minerals, and this product line takes those minerals-magnesium, calcium and potassium-and combines them with vitamin A, vitamin E, marine collagen and aloe vera to create an all-natural body lotion and cuticle oil. Nails will be strong and shiny without your having to go for a manicure and pedicure, where it is difficult to find anything natural, anyway. Etre is made here in the United States, and they do not test on animals.

Every Day is Earth Day Tee, by Delia’s

How Much: $26.50
Buy it At: Delias.com

What is pampering with out the perfect T-shirt? A great statement is on this 100% organically-made cotton tee. This shirt is a snug and flattering fit, with a little extra length on the bottom to look great with a pair of jeans or to pull over a swimsuit. Another plus? This cute and sexy tee is made right here in the United States, thus supporting the U.S.A.’s local economy. Perfect.

These wonderful products produce gorgeous results, are environmentally friendly and are easily affordable. Other ways to be “green” include paying attention to how many uses you get out of a product before recycling or throwing away the container. Can you buy the product in a glass jar? Glass is easier to reuse and recycle than plastic. Become aware of unnecessary chemicals that may be in products-our bodies and the air we breathe do not need more chemicals. A beauty regimen should make one feel as beautiful in the earth’s environment as possible. Using these products will pamper body, mind and soul, as every good makeover should.

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