With the recent trend towards more ‘green’ and ‘natural’, certain ingredients in commercial body products have been under scrutiny. But when it comes to what we put on our skin, can we ever be too careful?Natural vs chemical Although there is an on-going debate between those suspicious of the comme
On the 5th of May 2012 Live Eco will be hosting a natural and organic skincare workshop. The event is sponsored by Acquizhen and will be hosted at the Constantia Uitsig Spa in Cape Town.
You’ve got to put your best face forward! There’s no love in skin problems, such as acne or early wrinkles. Forget reaching for those conventional brands out there that might pose chemical dangers.
Words by Giulia SimoloIf you’re always buying the same shade of lipstick and wearing the same eye shadow, don’t you think it’s time to brighten up your look and try something different? Luckily for you, eco-friendly makeup will freshen your look without the added chemicals. Brush up your technique
Organic skincare is the way to go but that doesn’t mean you can blindly and confidently purchase green beauty products that catch your eye. There are some things to bear in mind when shopping for eco goodies. Check the ingredients Just because you’re buying an organic pr
To refresh your skin and give it a boost, you don’t need to invest in expensive products. Make your own face masks with ingredients lying in your kitchen. What’s your type? Before you start rummaging through your fruit basket for ingredients you can lather on your face,
Written by: Giulia SimoloEco-friendly makeup has been gaining popularity for some time, and there’s no doubting why – we all want to ensure that what we’re putting on our faces does no harm to our health. But we also want to look good and stay ahead of the latest cosmetic trends, so it’s good to kno
Written by: Giulia SimoloWhen the season becomes colder, your skin care needs to step up a notch. Ensure you stock up on some eco-friendly beauty and skin care products so that you pamper your skin with the extra nourishment it needs. Here’s how to look after your skin so that it’s healthy and gorge
Written by: Giulia SimoloIt’s hard to imagine that the new luscious lipstick you bought which works so well with your skin tone and makes you feel gorgeous is packed with chemicals and is bad for the environment. But this is a reality in many non-organic makeup products. It’s a good idea to take the
Written by: Giulia Simolo What happens during romantic evenings at your home might not be something you ever think of when deciding how you can lead a more eco-friendly lifestyle, but now’s the time to make your love greener! Adopt some of these ideas and it will definitely be a Valentine’s Day to r