There are so many reasons I love being 52, but age spots and red patchy skin aren’t up there on the list of my favourite things. So if they decide to start vanishing, after giving my skin a daily treat of herbal medicine that’s been valued for it’s healing properties for centuries, and grown lovingly […]
Castor Oil – coming from the seeds (or beans) of the Ricinus communis plant, is an oil rich in antioxidants and Ricinoleic Acid (RA) and also contains small amounts of linoleic, oleic and stearic acid. The healthiest and safest version of castor oil comes from de-hulling the bean, then cold-pressing the seeds to produce the […]
Living on planet earth over the last 60 years or so has had a detrimental effect on our bodies and mind. Our 21st century lives bombard us with excessive amounts of toxins, both physically and mentally. On top of this, we’re so disconnected from nature and our surrounds, that what’s demanded of us in order to stay […]
This is a great website for all things natural in the world of beauty. This is an interview Shannon did with me. https://www.ecobeautyeditor.com/people/janella-purcell/
Interested in finding out more about our food production? The Worm is Turning is a must see. (I own the DVD and have watched it a few times now.) “We’re eating World War 2’s leftovers!” For the past 70 years chemical agriculture has been waging war on life. This is the story of how corporate […]
BPA is an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1960s. This carcinogen is linked to infertility, developmental delays and diabetes. BPA is used in the lining of canned food and other food packaging like coffee tins and plastic containers. You may not realise this but it’s also […]
PHTHALATES are chemicals commonly added to plastics to increase their flexibility, transparency, durability and longevity. Phthalate chemicals appear in PVC plastic, toys, nail polish, plastic wrap and fake fragrances. These chemicals are linked to early puberty in girls and other reproductive problems. Early puberty goes on to raise a women’s risk of breast cancer later […]
It’s not just the very recently banned TRICLOSAN that needs to be avoided. There’s a cocktail of these TOXIC chemicals still allowed to be added to our cosmetics and cleaning products. I’ve pointed out some of the worst in this article on Eco Beauty Editor website. It’s estimated the average woman applies 515 chemicals to her […]
Article: Janella’s Guide to Happy, Healthy Skin – Eco Beauty Editor Lifestyle factors to consider for great skin • Iron deficiency increases free radical formation making skin conditions worse • Check for allergies • Improve digestion • Manage stress, even better to reduce it • Cigarettes are really drying to your skin, even passive. So is […]
1. Hair Mask – Use ACV to remove build on hair up from hair car or contaminants in water. The acetic acid, the main ingredient in ACV will balance your hair’s pH level, promote hair growth by stimulating the scalp, treat dandruff, and give your hair extra bounce, body, and shine. Mix 1/3 cup apple […]
