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Published on 2012-05-24 11:12:00
Chances are you have geraniums planted in pots or in your garden right now. I know I have them in pinks, reds, and white scattered all around. Did you know, though, that Geranium is actually a beneficial skin care ingredient?Geranium essential oil is a relatively common ingredient in natural and organic skin care. Extract from the leaves and stem of geraniums, the oil is used to help balance oil, without drying. This is a lovely oily for combination skin.Benefits:*Acts as an astringent*Anti- [..] > read more
Scotch Naturals News!
Published on 2012-05-23 12:49:00
I love reading Country Living. While I typically read the beauty magazines, there's something about sitting out on my deck with my feet propped up reading Country Living over a glass of iced tea. > read more
Scotch Shimmers
Published on 2012-05-21 13:43:00
Metallics are the new neutrals for Summer 2012. Just as you'd wear brown or black sandals, you can easily wear shimmering metallics such as platinum, gold, pewter, silver, or champagne this season. All work well with most skin tones and clothing colors.At Nature's Basin, it's time to update your nail polish wardrobe with beautiful metallics perfect for summer from Scotch Naturals. > read more
Bug Off!
Published on 2012-05-16 13:25:00
Last night, I was sitting out at my son Nick's baseball practice and the mosquitoes swooped in. > read more
Green Beauty
Published on 2012-05-11 13:15:00
Whoever said it's not easy being green? > read more
Say YES to 20%!
Published on 2012-05-10 11:02:00
We are offering a special savings for a limited time on Yes products at Nature's Basin.Unfamiliar with this brand?More info: > read more
Ingredients to Avoid While Pregnant
Published on 2012-05-07 14:51:00
Today, I'd like to go over some of the ingredients to avoid while pregnant. > read more
Meet the Moms of Nature's Basin!
Published on 2012-05-03 13:34:00
Mother's Day is fast approaching and since the Nature's Basin team is a team of moms, I thought you'd like to know what types of products we adore!Donna, our founder, is the mom of two--a daughter and a son. She loves all of our products, of course, but she has a real fondness of the lip products by Primitive Natural. She tells us how they glide on with ease and leave her lips soft and moisturized while having a beautiful selection of colors from which to choose.Karley > read more
Natural Deodorants? Don't Sweat It!
Published on 2012-05-02 11:57:00
Deodorant. I think almost all adults need a deodorant and wear one daily. No one wants to worry about underarm odor.The problem with most deodorants on the market, however, is the fact that they are also anti-perspirants containing harmful aluminum, which has been linked from everything from breast cancer to Alzheimer’s Disease. Although there are not yet conclusive links, scientists are still studying the connection.The aluminum will be labelled as Aluminium Chlorohydrate, Aluminium C [..] > read more
Vanilla for Moms
Published on 2012-05-01 11:57:00
Vanilla is a scent that nearly everyone adores. > read more
Introducing...
Published on 2012-04-27 12:17:00
Introducing Nature's Basin Fan of the Week! Each Friday, we will choose one of our lovely Facebook fans for a live online skincare and makeup consultation via FB chat with me (Karley). > read more
Skin Benefits of Argan Oil
Published on 2012-04-26 09:50:00
Living Nature at Nature's Basin
Published on 2012-04-23 12:51:00
We carry so many wonderful natural beauty brands at Nature's Basin and I'd love to tell you about one of my personal favorites from New Zealand, Living Nature. Living Nature products are formulated with natural plant ingredients unique to New Zealand. The natural medicinal goodness and organic rejuvenating properties of these plants have been captured and bottled to give you an extraordinary product with scientifically-proven effectiveness. My Top Picks from Living Nature:Living Nature Firmin [..] > read more
We're on Pinterest!
Published on 2012-04-20 13:40:00
You've undoubtedly heard of Pinterest by now. Created in 2010, Pinterest is what they call a “virtual pinboard.”Built on the concept of sharing visual recommendations users bookmark – or “pin” – photos of interest to theme-based boards. According to social media experts, Pinterest has quickly gained popularity and drives more referral traffic than YouTube, LinkedIn, and Google+ combined. Experts even predict that it will one day have more traffic than Facebook.I have my own board on [..] > read more
Best Foot Forward!
Published on 2012-04-17 12:06:00
Sandal season is here! Are your feet ready for flip flops, espadrilles, and peep toes? If not, never fear, Nature's Basin is here!Embrace the season's nautical looks and navy and black with white polka dots by enhancing your pedicures with bold hues like greens and blues.We offer the finest selection of top-ranked natural nail polish such as Hopscotch Kids. > read more
Spotlight on Russell Organics Camellia Oil
Published on 2012-04-11 14:21:00
Russell Organics is a line we recently launched at Nature's Basin and today I'd like to talk more about one of their wonderful skin care oils, Camellia Oil. You may me less familiar with Camellia Oil than other natural oils and if you've not tried this yet, you're missing out!More about Russell Organics Camellia Oil from Russell Organics:The Russell Organics - Organic Camellia Oil is truly a remarkable beauty product. Used for centuries in Asia for beauty purposes, Camellia Oil is part moisturiz [..] > read more
Grapefruit Essential Oil for Healthy Skin
Published on 2012-04-09 19:30:00
Today I'd like to talk about one of my favorite natural essential oils: Grapefruit Essential Oil.Grapefruit essential oil is an energizing oil. It is used to relieve dullness in the skin and has tremendous brightening properties. It is mildly antibacterial as well, making it a lovely oil for use in products for acne-prone and oily skin, as well as in deodorants.At Nature's Basin, we offer some fabulous natural skin care products with grapefruit essential oil. My favorites?Stay smelling and feel [..] > read more
Punches of Color for Spring 2012
Published on 2012-04-03 14:42:00
Spring 2012 Makeup: Fresh Without FussFresh, bold, and playful--that’s what spring makeup is all about this season. If you’re in a makeup rut, now is the perfect time to mix things up. Now is the time to play with makeup and have fun. > read more
5 Reasons to Use a Natural Sunscreen
Published on 2012-03-26 17:55:00
Last week on the > read more
Sunscreen 101
Published on 2012-03-21 19:51:00
Over the past several years, there has been a very active–and necessary–campaign convincing the public to wear sunscreen daily in order to prevent damage from the sun’s UVA (skin aging) and UVB (skin burning) rays.Wearing an effective sunscreen on a daily basis is something that can not only prevent burning, but it can help prevent skin cancer. In 2009, the > read more
Skin Benefits of Camellia Oil
Published on 2012-03-19 14:13:00
Camellia Oil is one of my favorite natural oils in skin care. > read more
Treating Keratosis Pilaris
Published on 2012-03-15 10:47:00
I have had a skin condition called Keratosis Pilaris > read more
Coral Makeup from Nature's Basin
Published on 2012-03-12 17:18:00
Coral is one of my favorite colors this season. Two standouts from Nature's Basin in coral are natural makeup items from Scotch Naturals and NVEY Eco.Highland Fling, a fabulous natural nail polish from Scotch Naturals is the perfect shade of coral--not too bright and not too subtle. It's stunning for your next manicure! Try this one.Looking for a great coral lippie? My favorite coral lipstick from Nature's Basin is by NVEY Eco and the shade is #360, a stunning coral which suits nearly every com [..] > read more
For the Love of Lavender
Published on 2012-03-10 13:10:00
Lavender has been one of my favorite skin care ingredients for many years. In addition to it being visually pleasing, it is one of the best natural skin care ingredients you'll find. Lavender is antibacterial and antiseptic, making it very effective for oily acne prone skin types. It also contains anti-inflammatory properties, so people with irritated, sensitive skin find it soothing. In addition to lavender being skin soothing, it is mind soothing. In aromatherapy, lavender is used to help [..] > read more
National Women's Day
Published on 2012-03-07 13:01:00
Tomorrow is National Women's Day. The day started back in 1909 and the today the purpose really is to celebrate, appreciate, and show love for women's achievements in the social, economic, and political arena. At Nature's Basin, we say thank you to all women who are making a difference now--to the women who've touched our lives in the past, and to those who will shape the world in the years to come. > read more
Weleda for Spring Skin!
Published on 2012-03-06 10:53:00
Today, we're going to talk about getting your skin ready for spring and summer with an ingredient called Betula alba. You may know it as Birch. It's a fabulous ingredient that is underused in skin care, but which has many benefits.Birch oil is wonderful at treating several forms of dermatitis. One of the main components of Birch oil is salicylic acid, an oil soluble ingredient you know as BHA or Betahydroxy acid. It's one of the best ingredients out there to "de-gunk" those pores.Birch also pos [..] > read more
Ingredient Spotlight: Rose
Published on 2012-03-01 10:42:00
The use of roses in natural skin care has dated back for centuries. I know that I used to view roses simply as a fragrant, gorgeous flower. Once I understood skin care and aromatherapy, though, I realized how truly beneficial roses can actually be to our skin.You'll find rosewater, rose hips & pure rose oil used in skin care. Each of them have benefits.For example, Rosehip Oil is a key ingredient in Living Nature Organic Facial Mask. This ingredient is chock full of nutirents for the skin, su [..] > read more
Best Makeup of the 2012 Oscars
Published on 2012-02-27 10:07:00
There was so much fabulous makeup on the Red Carpet last night at the 84th Annual Academy Awards. I loved looking at not just the dresses, but the way the stars wore their hair and makeup.Here are my five most favorite Oscar makeup looks:Angelina Jolie's makeup was gorgeous. She pulls of the classic red lip so beautifully. You can use natural makeup to get Angelina's red lips. The perfect, Hollywood starlet red is #369 from NVEY Eco.Octavia Spencer looked stunning in her beaded gown. Her makeup [..] > read more
Product of the Day
Published on 2012-02-24 15:25:00
Find this wonderful natural makeup at Nature's Basin today! > read more
Product of the Day
Published on 2012-02-23 18:58:00
When using natural cosmetics, why overlook your nails and go back to strong chemicals to get the perfect nail color? These gorgeous natural nail polishes by Acquarella are the premier water- based and non-toxic nail polishes, so you can get perfectly manicured nails without the overpowering stench of chemicals. The wide range of vivid-to-subtle colors ensure that you will be able to find your perfect color. Not only are these water-based nail polishes virtually odor free, they are also good for [..] > read more
Get Her Look: Minka Kelly
Published on 2012-02-17 13:56:00
May we suggest~Suki Tinted MoisturizerPrimitive Natural Lipstick in BelizeNVEY Eco Cake LinerNVEY Eco MascaraChristopher Drummond Eye ShadowsSateen Blush in Matte Fraiche by Christopher Drummond > read more
Get Michelle's Makeup Look
Published on 2012-02-15 13:59:00
Hamadi Shea Pomade will add dimension and lustre to short hair like Michelle's pixie.Even out skin tone and give a radiant glow with Christopher Drummond VeludoVelvet Foundation.Define your eyes to make them pop! One of my Nature's Basin favorites is the Cake Liner from NVEY Eco.A soft shade of blush applied to the apples of your cheeks looks lovely. Try NVEY Eco in #957.For lips similar to Michelle's, try Primitive Naturals Lipstick in Martinique. > read more
Get Adele's Grammy Makeup
Published on 2012-02-13 12:10:00
I thought the Grammy Awards were fantabulous last night.So who had the best makeup?The winner is an easy one for me--Adele, the winner of 6 Grammys last night. Adele walked the Red Carpet with beauty and grace and looked timeless and elegant with her black gown and red lipstick:Photo credit: GlamourPhoto CreditAt Nature's Basin, we offer a lovely variety of organic makeup and you can find everything you need to get Adele's makeup look right on our site.After applying your natural skin care, app [..] > read more
No Lead Here!
Published on 2012-02-08 13:53:00
We've all heard about lead contamination in lipstick. Back in 2007, Senators Kerry, Boxer, and Feinstein wrote a letter urging the Food & Drug Administration to take action to ensure consumer safety after traces of lead were initially found in popular lipsticks.Unfortunately, there is more news regarding lead in lipstick. I received an email today from Stacy Malkan, Co-founder of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. It was regarding the recent news regarding the latest public study released about [..] > read more
Pretty in Pink
Published on 2012-02-06 18:06:00
Valentine's Day is fast approaching and I'm in the mood for super feminine, romantic pink.Some Nature's Basin favorites for Valentine's Day:Whisper from Scotch Naturals at Nature's BasinPink Grapefruit Lip Balm from BadgerCool Winter blush by Living NatureHopscotch Kids Ice Cream Soda Pop, a true girly girl pinkPretty pink packaging for Weleda's Almond Facial Oil > read more
Natural Products for Valentine's Day
Published on 2012-02-01 10:45:00
Valentine's Day is in less than two weeks and Nature's Basin has some fabulous organic skin care products for you and your special someone. Looking to create a feeling of romance without harsh chemicals? You've come to the right place! Enjoy a soothing and sensual shower experience with this natural body wash made from mild olive and coconut oil surfactants with Chilean soap bark added for luxurious bubbles. Sandalwood and jasmine, two essential oils with known aphrodisiac qualities, contribute [..] > read more
Cuticle Care
Published on 2012-01-30 13:13:00
My 8 year old has a bad habit during the winter--picking at his cuticles. I admit, I used to do the same as a child. Many adults have abused cuticles as well. The weather also affects the condition of our cuticles, so I'd like to tackle cuticle care today.First of all, it's important to take good care of your cuticles. They actually serve as protection for the new keratin (hard protein that protects the fingertips) and helps to prevent infection. When you take care of your cuticles, it will [..] > read more
How to Choose the Right Eye Cream
Published on 2012-01-25 13:47:00
Did you know that the skin under your eyes is only as thick as an eggshell? In fact, the skin underneath your eye is the thinnest of anywhere on the body. This is why using a product made specifically for the eye cream is so important.There are some who say that you can apply any moisturizer to the undereye area, but this is not the best advice. Think about it. Does the skin underneath the eye have large pores, get oily, and have tissues you would experience on your cheeks or forehead? No. Using [..] > read more
Is Your Nail Polish Safe?
Published on 2012-01-23 12:37:00
We talk a great deal about ingredients here on the Nature's Basin blog, and with good reason. It's estimated that over 60% of the products you apply get absorbed into your bloodstream, so there's been a great wake up call lately about cosmetic ingredients.At Nature's Basin, we are big advocates of offering the healthiest alternatives and when it comes to natural nail polish, the brands we offer are second to none.Did you know that of all of the beauty products on the market, nail polish is quit [..] > read more
Nature's Basin Current Special!
Published on 2012-01-22 18:53:00
Save $7 on Inara Organic Bath & Body OilLeave skin silky and soft with this 100% organic bath oil. It blends soybean oil and a nourishing oil drawn from the kernels of babassu palms, which are indigenous to the Brazilian Amazon. Harvested by a co-op of native women, this babassu oil is totally fair-trade and has a melting point similar to body temperature, so it delivers moisture quickly without making skin slick or oily. Signature essential oils including rose geranium and grapefruit give this [..] > read more
Special Series: Part II
Published on 2011-07-05 06:00:00
Continuing with our special series on safe and natural skin care products for children, I'd like to take a look at the importance of using natural nail polish.I remember being a little girl and my Aunt Sonia would paint my toenails for me. I re > read more
Special Series: Part I
Published on 2011-07-01 07:00:00
Today kicks off the first of four installments on Children's Products. We will examine which ingredients to look for in natural skin care products for children and which ingredients you should avoid.When it comes to children's skin care, it is import > read more
Special Series: Products for Children
Published on 2011-06-30 10:42:00
As a mother to two young children, ages 6 and 7, I am increasingly concerned about the ramifications of using certain ingredients on them. It is estimated that 60% of what we apply ON them is absorbed IN them. This is scary. For me, this > read more
A Truly Green Sunscreen
Published on 2011-06-24 09:19:00
Those of us who are ingredients-conscious and seek out natural skin care and natural makeup products also tend to be eco-conscious. We want to use products that are not only healthy to us, but kind to Mother Earth.You should be running out of s > read more
Summer Manicure Tips
Published on 2011-06-22 11:11:00
Let’s give ourselves a summer manicure today! I’ve done step one this morning and hopefully will be able to set aside some time tonight for the color!We all need to set aside some time and treat ourselves to a bit of well-deserved pampering. > read more
Skin Saver Vitamin E
Published on 2011-06-20 07:41:00
For me, Vitamin E has been a real life-saver, or should I say skin-saver? Getting chicken-pox at the age of 22 and a week before a life changing interview is enough to knock any girl’s confidence. Along with the sky-high temperature and side effect > read more
Does Formaldehyde Lurk in Your Skin Care?
Published on 2011-06-16 12:17:00
The US Department of Health & Human Services finally has declared Formaldehyde to be a carcinogen. Natural skin care companies have known this for quite some time, though, and Nature's Basin offers products from companies who > read more
Bug Off!
Published on 2011-06-15 10:30:00
I was sitting out on the deck with my husband Saturday night and found myself swatting away the mosquitos. It took me back to my childhood and I could clearly remember my mom spraying me like crazy with Deep Woods Off. I can almost taste that horribl > read more
Father's Day Gift Guide
Published on 2011-06-10 10:26:00
Father's Day can be a tricky holiday when it comes to gift giving. Back when I was a little girl, I remember using my allowance to buy my father a bottle of aftershave in my price range. Buying that man in your life natural skin care prod > read more
Is Your Deodorant Safe?
Published on 2011-06-08 11:34:00
Deodorant. I think almost all adults need a deodorant and wear one daily. No one wants to worry about underarm odor.The problem with most deodorants on the market, however, is the fact that they are also anti-perspirants containing harmful aluminum, > read more
Celebs Love Weleda
Published on 2011-06-06 08:00:00
One of the natural skin care brands we carry at Nature's Basin is the world-renowned line Weleda. Weleda began 90 years ago and was started by a group of Swiss physicians who were interested in holistic medicine and the importance of using natural in > read more
5 Minute Radiant Makeup
Published on 2011-06-03 09:00:00
Tonight happens to be date night for me. Our two boys are going to a baseball game/birthday party, so my hubby and I get to go out for a few hours. I know I won't have much time to get ready. After I do some work, help out at school, get a > read more
Sunscreen Giveaway!
Published on 2011-06-01 11:05:00
As we mentioned earlier, the EWG's Skin Deep 2011 Sunscreen Report was just released last week and the natural sunscreens we offer at Nature's Basin ranked tops once again.One of the world's top-ranked sunscreens can be yours! We are giving away Eco > read more
5 Common Myths About Natural Sunscreen
Published on 2011-05-31 11:24:00
Last week on the Nature's Basin Facebook Page, I posed a question about natural sunscreens. I wanted to find out why some people are still choosing to purchase more harmful, chemical sunscreens. Over the holiday weekend, I met with some of my friends > read more
Sun Smarts
Published on 2011-05-25 12:13:00
Over the past several years, there has been a very active–and necessary–campaign convincing the public to wear sunscreen daily in order to prevent damage from the sun’s UVA (skin aging) and UVB (skin burning) rays.Wearing an effective sunscreen > read more
10 Minutes to a Polished Face
Published on 2011-05-24 11:19:00
I often hear friends saying they have "no time" to spend on their makeup. Maybe they're busy trying to head off to work or pack lunches and get their children off to school in the morning. I am a busy work at home mom with two wild little boys and an > read more
Why is Aloe Vera best for skin and hair?
Published on 2011-05-20 08:24:00
The natural goodness of the Aloe plant has been used for thousands of years, its use can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians, Romans and Greeks. Also known as Medicinal Aloe, this super-ingredient has stood the test of time due to its extremely b > read more
What's In Your Lip Gloss?
Published on 2011-05-18 14:20:00
I love lip gloss. I have so many different shades of pinks and plums that I use regularly. I like the texture of a high quality lip gloss and I like how it makes my lips look full, shiny, and healthy.Do you know what is in your lip gloss, though? Bei > read more
Tips on how to pick the best natural nail polish
Published on 2011-05-17 05:30:00
Summer breeze is kicking in and its time to hit the beaches or call friends for a lovely BBQ party at the park. While sun-basking, it is also time to show off those hands and feet. But how do we pick the right nail polish for ourselves? Here are s > read more
As Seen In....
Published on 2011-05-12 13:20:00
We've been talking about natural nail polish a great deal lately. Fiza mentioned how to pick the perfect color for you earlier on the blog today and I've mentioned my favorite shades recently as well.Now a Hollywood celeb, Selma Blair, is in today's > read more
Frame Your Features in 60 Seconds
Published on 2011-05-11 07:00:00
I have a confession to make. I am a recovering tweeze-a-holic. I know it's wrong, but I just cannot help myself. I grew up with thick and unruly brows. When I was much younger, I didn't appreciate the fullness. There was also a phase when > read more
Soothing Products for Moms to Be
Published on 2011-05-10 07:00:00
Did you know that May is Pregnancy Awareness Month? No? I didn't either until I started seeing so many posts about it on Twitter and Facebook. On Facebook alone, there are over 3,000 followers of the official Pregnancy Awareness Month pag > read more
A Show of Hands
Published on 2011-05-09 08:00:00
Did you know that if you want to guess someone's real age that the hands are the spot you want to look? Most of us take great care of ourselves when it comes to the skin on our faces. Think about it. We cleanse gently, use serums, night creams, eye c > read more
Treat Your Feet
Published on 2011-05-04 09:33:00
It’s been a very long winter in my part of Upstate New York, so that means I haven’t been able to wear any type of open toed shoes or strappy sandals since October. That means it’s time to get my feet ready for sandal season.With the wholesome > read more
My Favorite Looking Holiday Gifts
Published on 2010-12-20 15:11:00
We are lucky we understand the importance of natural and organic for our body and health and that of our family's. But holiday gifts have also got to be gorgeous to look at, something to fall in love with on first sight. Following are my favorite loo > read more
Finest Natural and Organic Stocking Fillers
Published on 2010-12-18 09:50:00
Got every thing covered but the stocking fillers? Stocking fillers don't have to be a tedious choice to make or a last-minute not-the-best buy. Here are some wonderful suggestions for skin care products for some very thoughtful holiday gifts:Liquid L > read more
A honey of an ingredient!
Published on 2010-12-16 12:33:00
It's sticky and delicious. But honey is not only sweet to eat, it's a sweet ingredient for your skin. Honey works as a humectant. Like glycerin and other product powerhouses, it takes moisture from the air and brings it to your skin—making it great > read more
Christmas Gifts for the Top Four People in My Life
Published on 2010-12-13 12:44:00
Panicking because you have still to choose gifts for one or all of the top four people in your life? I know I am! It's always difficult to decide where to start when it comes to mom, your sister, a best friend and that special someone. But here are s > read more
A time to nourish
Published on 2010-12-12 07:39:00
Why use a facial oil?If you’re the type to use lighter products in the summer months, by now you should have switched, as your skin may already be suffering from the effects of winter’s cold weather. Having the heat on indoors helps us > read more
Your Feet Need a Treat
Published on 2010-10-31 13:47:00
Had a guest over for the weekend and you were busy walking all over the city showing them around? Or were you out with your kids this weekend trick or treating? You're probably a smart shopper and you've been out shopping already picking out ho > read more
Foods that Prevent from Cancer and Other Diseases
Published on 2010-10-20 18:05:00
Research by scientists is beginning to reveal that cancer is a modern man's disease and has only spread due to the modern lifestyle and pollution caused by industrialization. Our modern lifestyle means we are working longer hours, leading more stress > read more
Going Back to the Basics - Water!
Published on 2010-10-16 19:28:00
For Blog Action day hundreds of bloggers around the world came together to discuss an essential but often under-discussed issue of water! It’s a timely topic to ponder over especially because October is also Cancer awareness month. Research is slow > read more
Toxin-free, One Product at a Time
Published on 2010-10-13 01:07:00
This October is Breast Cancer Month and we are encouraging you to go natural! The choices we make every day for the products we use affect our environment and our health. You can reduce your overall exposure to unhealthy chemicals by starting in your > read more
Spotlight on Pangea Organics
Published on 2010-10-03 19:42:00
One day a guy a passionate man named Joshua Onysko decided to make homemade soaps as a hobby project with his mom. Joshua and his mother realized they were really onto something after they gave away the soap to friends and family. Many people loved > read more