Wednesday 1 August 2012

Wild Rose Beauty Balm

Looking for Wild Rose Beauty Balm?  You'll find a blog post here and you can buy here at The Organic Difference shop. At £35.25, it's not cheap but worth every penny but you can also email Sue to ask for a sample to be sent to you by post - remember to include your snail mail address.

Wednesday 18 July 2012

Why Organic?

Click to check out an earlier blog about the link between toxins and breast cancer.


Having read that article again today myself, choosing organic seems like a no-brainer, but even if you decide to go organic, clever marketing can fool us into thinking that a product is organic or natural when it isn't or when the amount of organic ingredients is negligible and accompanied by lots of nasties you wouldn't want to give house room to if you knew what they were!  The only way to be sure is to use a product with worldwide recognised Certification, such as that provided by the Soil Association.  


Guess what?! Neal's Yard Remedies Organic products are certified by the Soil Association!!  And we are the FIRST to be certified organic for our cosmetics, not just our skin care creams, gels, balms and lotions.


Not all ingredients can be  certified (ie if they occur naturally) so no product can be certified 100% organic but at NYR, ALL ingredients are either organic OR totally natural. There are NO parabens, no SLS, no petrochemicals and no synthetic fragrances in any of our products - and they are not tested on animals either.


So...here are the main five key reasons why you might like to turn to organic products!


1.Good for the earth

We can depend on traditional methods of crop rotations to ensure fertility as well as weed and pest control.  But there's more than a will to believe in the past : organic systems rely on a modern, scientific understanding of ecology and soil science. 

2.Good for the environment

Organic systems aim to reduce dependence on non-renewable resources. Organic production aims at all times towards sustainability whilst having best management of the environment and wildlife as a priority.

3.Good for people

Organic based ingredients have been shown in a number of studies to contain more vitamins, nutrients and cancer-fighting antioxidants than non-organic ingredients.

4.No synthetic chemicals

Organic systems prohibit the use of artificial chemicals, pesticides and fertilisers.

5.No GMO's

Certified Organic products have to be produced without GMOs.
  
For more information on this certification and the reasons why Organic is best, see the Soil Association website and help promote Organic Fortnight.

Monday 13 December 2010

Buy or sell! Can you resist!?!


Two Essential reasons to join the NYROrganic team and prepare for a fun, exciting and rewarding 2011! (Click on the image below for details)


Great new joining offer! For just £95 you get your business kit and a starter kit of perfect products to dab, sniff and test - or sell! AND now TWO travel packs of essential products for FREE! One from the rehydrating rose range and one from the youthful skin powerberry range. WORTH £40.


I have the rose travel pack and I love it. Perfect for taking with you if you are visiting family this Christmas, it includes the rehydrating rose facial wash, moisturiser, and facial polish. And there is also room for the rose hydrating eye cream and toner which comes in your kit. Add a gift to yourself of the Exquisite Wild Rose Skincare Collection and you'll be well on your way to your first quick start purchase which means MORE free gifts - the hugely popular Melissa nourishing nail balm and hand cream, just the right size to keep in your handbag. It was the Melissa hand care which started me on my Neals Yard adventure!!

Or just purchase the essentials as gifts for yourself or for family or friends. Organic, non-toxic and does what it says on the (pure cotton!) tin!! Click here to find my NYR shop www.theorganicdifference.co.uk Spend £50 or more and get the Exotic gift set FREE!!

NB email your order to me direct to qualify for that offer - nyr sue @ gmail. com (without the spaces)

So many reasons to shop or join NYR Organic!!

See you there! :-)



Tuesday 2 November 2010

Lovely brochure, lovely product, lovely me and you. :-)

Such a lovely smiley face on the new NYR Organic brochures, showing off the new 'Touch of Colour' cosmetics.  She's been the face of our brochures three times now and every time I see her she makes me smile.  Christmas gifts inside make me smile, too.  

I've been experimenting with the incredibly expensive Wild Rose Beauty Elixir. I don't know if I look any different but for some reason it's making me glow inside!!! Fancy an NYR Organic Experience?  It's positively Orgasmic. ;-)  (Sorry, couldn't resist!)


Wednesday 13 October 2010

How White Tea keeps you Healthy and Looking Young

I've been drinking White Tea with Pomegranate for some time and, of course, using Neals Yard White Tea Facial Mist to refresh and rehydrate (perfect if you work in an office environment or when travelling - air conditioning is so dehydrating).

White tea is also found in NYR Organics new 'Touch of Colour' cosmetics, including the lovely lip gloss, and in the White Tea facial spritz, the new eye make up remover, and the White Tea toning eye gel for reducing dark circles and puffiness (especially useful after you've had a good cry and don't want anyone else to know!)

Now here's some scientific evidence about how it works and what it does.

from ScienceDaily (2009-08-14)

Next time you're making a cup of tea, new research shows it might be wise to opt for a white tea if you want to reduce your risk of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis or even just age-associated wrinkles. Researchers tested the health properties of 21 plant and herb extracts. They discovered all of the plants tested had some potential benefits, but were intrigued to find white tea considerably outperformed all of them.

Professor Declan Naughton, from the School of Life Sciences at Kingston University in South West London, said the research showed white tea had anti-ageing potential and high levels of anti-oxidants which could prevent cancer and heart disease.
“We’ve carried out tests to identify plant extracts that protected the structural proteins of the skin, specifically elastin and collagen,” he explained. “Elastin supports the body’s natural elasticity which helps lungs, arteries, ligaments and skin to function. It also helps body tissue to repair when you suffer wounds and stops skin from sagging.”

Collagen is a protein found in connective tissues in the body and is important for skin, strength and elasticity, he added.

Results showed white tea prevented the activities of the enzymes which breakdown elastin and collagen which can lead to wrinkles that accompany ageing. These enzymes, along with oxidants, are associated with inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. Professor Naughton said:
“These enzymes and oxidants are key components of normal body processes. However, in inflammatory conditions, suppressing the activities of these excess components has been the subject of decades of research. We were surprised to find such high activity for the white tea extracts in all five tests that were conducted.”

The researchers were blown away by exactly how well the white tea had performed.
“We were testing very small amounts far less than you would find in a drink,”
Professor Naughton, one of the country’s leading specialists on inflammation, said.
“The early indicators are that white tea reduces the risk of inflammation which is characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers as well as wrinkles.”

Eight of the other plants and herbs analysed also helped protect against the breakdown of both elastin and collagen. After white tea, bladderwrack performed well followed by extracts of cleavers, rose, green tea, angelica, anise and pomegranate.

Dr Pauline Hili, Technical Director for Neal’s Yard Remedies, said:
“We are really excited by this research as it helps us to remain innovative and at the cutting edge of natural skin care. Celebrating the plants used in the Neal’s Yard Remedies products and understanding their specific actions on the skin is what it is all about. The Kingston University research program helps us to create safe, highly effective and cutting-edge products so it’s an ideal partnership for us.”

Editor's Note: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Click one of the links at the side to discover more about Neals Yard Remedies and their innovative skincare which you can purchase through your NYR Organic Consultant.
Great Antioxidant Products from Neal's Yard Remedies Organic

Saturday 2 October 2010

Organic beauty products and direct selling - a marriage made in heaven?

Workingmums.co.uk has been looking at the numbers!!

The direct selling industry is defying the recession. According to the Direct Selling Association (DSA), the number of people working in direct selling - a livelihood dominated by women - has risen by 22% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2010. And the prognosis for the future is healthy too. Richard Berry, director of the Direct Selling Associatin (DSA), told Workingmums.co.uk. that the direct selling industry could go up this year alone by 5-10%. ''The whole industry has the potential to expand by 100pc or more,'' he says.

So why has direct selling escaped the consequences of the economic downturn?

The answer lies in the type of products sold - cosmetics, clothes and jewellery. Recent research by Mintel shows that spending on clothes and beauty treatments is holding up well despite the economic slowdown. Mintel research also shows that three in ten women use only natural and organic products where possible and that nearly 40% of consumers claim they haven’t changed organic product purchasing habits because of the recession; a mere 3% have stopped buying organic products altogether.

''There is no fall off in consumer demand,'' says Berry. ''Cosmetics...do not suffer in a recession. They are largely impervious to economic conditions. We have seen the industry perform well in most economic dips we have traded through in the DSA's 45-year history.''

What's the attraction of direct selling?

* Flexibility (you decide the hours you work)
* Work/life balance
* An easy way to start a small business.
* Fits in with family commitments
* Top up family income
* Short-term objectives like Christmas or holidays
* Dip in, dip out
* Temporary income while looking for a job

'It's not the career choice [of graduates] but it does give them an introduction to the world of commerce and shows potential employers they're prepared to work hard,' says Berry.

Skills needed

''You don't need to be a super salesman or a roaring extrovert to start direct selling,'' said Berry. ''But you do have to be prepared to talk to people face-to-face and you have to like meeting new people. You need to be well-organised, but probably no more so than any competent mum.''

The best way to sell anything is to give it your own personal recommendation. If you liked a product yourself enough to buy it, you can give it your own personal stamp of approval by selling it. ''That personal recommendation is gold dust,'' says Berry. ''You don't get that in a retail shop. Most customers really do like a personal recommendation.''

How to get started in the beauty business

Visit theorganicdifference.co.uk and join Neal's Yard Remedies Organic with Sue. "I've been in direct selling for 15 years and I love sharing my knowledge of how to make the business work. Come on in! The water's lovely."

Tuesday 14 September 2010

Lipgloss and lipstick

Neals Yard have come out with some lovely lipgloss which is actually good for you! It contains Beauty Oil - that special range of Omega oils which aren't so easy to get from our diet.

On the other hand, did you know that lipstick contains lead and we 'eat' a significant amout of it during our lifetime! Well, if you're a lippy lover, which many women are.

The Safe Cosmetics Campaign tested 33 brand-name lipsticks, like Cover Girl, L'Oreal, and Christian Dior, and reported that "61 percent had detectable lead levels of 0.03 to 0.65 parts per million (ppm)." One-third of the lipsticks tested had levels higher than 0.1 ppm safety limit for lead in sweets.

The problem is that the chemicals in lipstick not only get absorbed through your skin but also when you're eating and drinking. I've read that a study conducted back in 2004 found that 28% of lipsticks contained cancer-causing chemicals and that modern lipsticks are formulated from upwards of 10,000 chemicals, 89% of which have never been tested for human safety.

Not so Neals Yard lipgloss which industry insider, BritishBeautyBlogger, describes as "an absolute joy. At a minimum of 87% organic, the shades range from a natural Nude to more pink and red tones. They're good little glosses too, with just the right amount of shine and 'stick', and the shades are all nicely sheer in a very wearable way. Possibly the best thing about them is the sweet orange peel ingredient that gives them a very orangey taste and scent - so much more preferable than the usual mint or cheap vanilla."

You can click one of the links at the side to find out more - Just £9 each and four shades to choose from - choose all four for different times of day and occasions.

Monday 6 September 2010

Organic Fortnight is GO

From 3 to 17 September the Soil Association brings you Organic Fortnight, the UK’s biggest celebration of all things organic.

Switch just one small part of your life to organic during the fortnight and make a real difference simply through the way you shop. Choosing organic every day means better for you and our soil, happy animals, flourishing wildlife and a healthier planet.


There are lots of enjoyable things you can do to get involved -

* visit an organic farm

* treat yourself to an organic holiday

* look out for organic clothes on your highstreet

* change your bedlinen to organic (I buy my pillow slips, sheets and duvet covers from John Lewis)

* switch one of your beauty products to organic : http://uk.nyrOrganic.com/shop/sue

* visit the Organic Food Fesitval in Bristol on 11th and 12th September

* cook up an organic feast on a budget for your friends with help from the Soil Association's top tips.

www.soilassociation.org/organicfortnight.aspx

Beauty is soil deep

The Soil Association isn't just about veg!  It also has health and beauty standards.

This is what it has to say about beauty products.

Your skin is the largest organ of your body and what you put on it can be absorbed in tiny amounts. The impact from the daily cocktail of substances that we put on the skin is only just beginning to be understood. What's more, additives in toiletries can end up in the water systems and remain in the environment for some time, and are linked to a number of health issues.

The good news is a growing number of beauty companies are now making organic beauty products so there is no need to compromise on performance in your daily beauty regime. Unfortunately,unlike organic food, there are no legal standards for organic beauty products. As a result, some companies choose to label a product as 'organic' even if it only contains 1% organic ingredients or if it contains potentially hazardous substances.

This is why we developed the Soil Association health and beauty standards, so you can look for the Soil Association symbol for your guarantee that the product has been checked and meets the strictest standards for organic purity and integrity.

The Soil Association's standards for organic beauty products are based on their food standards. This means if an ingredient is available organically, it must be used. The remaining ingredients must meet strict criteria to ensure that they are not damaging to our health or the environment.

There can be a large difference between a beauty product that is certified organic and one that is merely described as 'organic' on the label.

To ensure a product is guaranteed organic, look for a certification body logo, such as the Soil Association symbol. You'll find this on Neals Yard beauty products.  Check it out!  http://www.theorganicdifference.co.uk/

Sunday 5 September 2010

One pot does it all? NYR Organic Wild Rose Beauty Balm

Why all this raving about 'one-pot-does-all' luxurious Wild Rose Beauty Balm?

With some cynicism, I took it away with me on an overnight jaunt as my sole pot of  body and skin care : cleanser, polish, moisturiser, mask - and also (as it turned out) effective spot treatment, paper cut soother, hair conditioner, soothing after-sun (got burnt while driving!) and, after an accident on the gravel, antiseptic and wound-cleansing gel.

I used just a smigeon as a 'leave-in' overnight hair treatment with great misgivings - surely this was just going to create mess. Not so!  Although I did wrap the pillow in a towel just in case!  That one treatment made my hair look lovely even after two subsequent shampoos!!!  It gave my hair bounce, body, shape - even without using a hairdryer - and...well, it was touchably soft. ;-)

It actually does do it all.  One pot is all you need for your overnight case.  Take two for a fortnight's holiday.  And no hassle at the airport.

I've also heard it's brilliant for removing biro from small children (and teenagers) who like to write on themselves!!

Say 'no' to synthetic chemicals - there IS another way!!!

Even better, you can now buy Wild Rose Beauty Balm via The Organic Difference - just click on the link above (or at the side).  You'll find great customer service and a free brochure winging its way to you.  If you spend over £40, you'll also get a free full-size Rose and Geranium shower gel (email me before you order to make sure you get the free gift).  It just keeps on getting better!

You can ask for a brochure anyway - just email 'the organic difference at gmail dot com' (no spaces) and tell me which herb or flower is your favourite and why. :-)

Or get a terrific discount and sign up to become an NYR Organic consultant like me!  Christmas is just around the corner and we have a terrific range of gifts to sell to your friends, family and local community. :-)
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