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Category Archives: Reviews

Brand Review: Glory Boon

Woman applying makeup

I first discovered the Glory Boon brand through Etsy (the Glory Boon shop) and am quickly becoming a big fan! I have been trying to slowly eliminate chemicals from my diet as well as my personal products and Etsy has been a huge part of that for the personal product aspect. One thing I love […]

Brand Review: Bare Minerals

No doubt we have all heard of the Bare Minerals powder foundations, available in Original, Matte, and the pressed Ready compact. The loose mineral powders are what started it all. On Sephora alone, there are nearly 19,000 reviews of the product with a total ranking of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Given the number of […]

Brand Review: L’Occitane

L’Occitane is a Provence-based brand that’s available through their website and stores as well as other retailers like Sephora and Nordstrom. In addition to being known for their skincare and body care products, they also pride themselves on sustaining the communities which provide these ingredients. One of the best ways to explore the L’Occitane brand […]

Brand Review: Perfectly Posh

Lip scrub on table

Perfectly Posh is an independent consultant based company that focuses on natural ingredients without fillers.  They even have a wide selection of vegan options if you prefer!  Likewise, they are proud of the fact that their products are made in the U.S.A.  It is a relatively new brand, founded in 2011, but it growing fast.  […]

Brand Review: Rodan & Fields

Rodan + Fields was created by Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields who are world-famous for their primary creation, Proactive® Solution. The Rodan and Fields brand was originally founded as a department store brand, however, the majority of the products now are sold by Independent Consultants. Because their sales primarily come through the consultants, […]

Brand Review: Paula’s Choice

Woman reading skin care label

Paula’s Choice (also available at other retailers like QVC and Nordstrom) is a brand committed to and focused on customer education above all else. Paula Begoun initially began with her Cosmetics Cop books, offering advice and product reviews, and her reputation grew from there. While I do not own any of her books, I use […]

Brand Review: Josie Maran

Woman applying eyeshadoq

The argan oil-based Josie Maran Cosmetics (also on QVC) seems to grow daily, in both followers and products.  In addition to skincare, they also offer hand and body products, hair care, and color cosmetics.  The brand itself focuses on what they refer to as “luxury with a conscience” which means to the best of their […]

Brand Review: Angel Face Botanicals or Spa Goddess

Woman in a beauty store

If you are looking for a brand that supports you as a natural beauty both inside and out, perhaps you have been looking for Angel Face Botanicals.  These amazing products can also be found at Spa Goddess at Etsy.  The entire cruelty-free line is developed with ingredients that not only beautify our outside skin, but […]

PRODUCT REVIEW: Green Beauty Cosmetics Sandalwood Face Mask

Green Beauty Cosmetics Sandalwood Face Mask

The Green Beauty Cosmetics Sandalwood Face Mask is one of the products from an independent creator that I originally found on Etsy. I love the fact that I can pronounce all of the ingredients in the list for this product! It is a dry powder mask that you mix with water, apply to the face, […]

Product Review: Philosophy The Microdelivery Daily Exfoliating Wash

Philosophy The Microdelivery Daily Exfoliating Wash

Philosophy’s The Microdelivery Daily Exfoliating Wash is one of my favorite physical scrubs ever. And believe me; I’ve tried a lot of them! I think it is gentle enough for daily use, although I do not exfoliate on a daily basis. I usually use it every other day or so, when it is in my […]