The fragrant holidays are full of cozy memories and festive times. This season, the fusion of Grandma Blanche’s kitchen with the heady scents of wood burning fireplaces and sweet cider are savored in mouth-watering beauty products that will warm your heart, lift your spirits and do wonders for your skin and hair.
Berry, berry quite contrary
Sweet and tart berries are known for their rich color and flavor during the holiday season. They are also jam-packed with vitamins and antioxidants that benefit the skin. ARCONA Cranberry Gommage, Exfoliate AM cleanses, tones and decongests pores, leaving skin clearer, smoother and more refined. Using cranberry and raspberry enzymes, this exfoliatant purifies skin with salicylic acid, volcanic minerals and sucrose that work deep within the follicular wall and provide antimicrobial, antibacterial benefits. Renowned spa visionary, June Jacobs, brings Thanksgiving to your skin without the post-meal side effects. The June Jacobs Spa Collection Cranberry Pomegranate Moisture Masque is a luxurious masque combining cranberry extract with shea butter and sunflower seed oil to replenish and nourish the skin.
A is for apple
Antioxidants in apples (called phenols) aid in providing UV-B protection and making your skin more resistant to damage from the sun. Apples with high-levels on phenols include Braeburn, Fuji and Red Delicious. “An apple a day…” is the motto of Juice Beauty’s Green Apple Cleansing Gel. A brightening fruit acid complex of certified organic, antioxidant-rich apple and lemon juices, these refreshing botanicals and soothing cleansers will exfoliate and refine complexion for radiant beauty. Juice Beauty's Green Apple Collection is designed for all skin types and will leave you glowing. Apple cider vinegar is known for many of its old wives tales and has proven to lower cholesterol and aid in weight loss. One of the more interesting beauty-related benefits is the help with hair loss by stimulating circulation in the hair follicle which jumpstarts the growth cycle. Morrocco Method Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo is a low-foaming, anti-bacterial shampoo especially created to repair and revitalize your hair. This shampoo is raw and full of the most pure hand-picked ingredients, making it great for all hair types as it rinses away the chemical residue other shampoos leave behind to improve the health and vitality of your hair and scalp. Because apple cider vinegar has a pH, which is nearly the same as healthy skin, this shampoo restores hair and scalp to a healthy alkaline and pH balance, keeping hair flexible and resilient.
Peter, Peter pumpkin eater
Pumpkin is an excellent source of dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins A, C and E. Pumpkin enzymes are widely used in peels and cleansers for their exfoliating properties. When used to cleanse hair or skin, the enzymes gently remove dead skin cells and decongest pores, leaving skin feeling baby-smooth and hair luxuriously soft and healthy. WEN® Fall Ginger Pumpkin Cleansing Conditioner is a limited edition blend that eliminates the use of stripping agents, detergents, harsh chemicals and sodium lauryl/laureth sulfates so that your hair and scalp maintain their natural essential oils. This seasonal formulation, nourishes hair with beneficial botanicals and essential oils for healthy, beautiful, bouncy, manageable hair. WEN® Fall Ginger Pumpkin Cleansing Conditioner is perfect for all hair types. Hollywood's luxurious enclave, Spa Luce offers clients the Nourishing Wrap, which combines organic active ingredients of pumpkin, artichoke and tomato combined with rice protein and olive oil to provide the perfect nourishment for dry dehydrated skin.
Beta-carotene, which is a natural form of vitamin A found in orange fruits and vegetables, benefits your body in a variety of ways. Carrots are also chock-full of fiber and water, which plump out skin and can be used as an anti-aging ingredient in beauty products.Yes To Carrots Makeup Removing Cleanser uses organic carrots and pumpkin to help reduce daily damage from the elements and restore your natural glow. Yes To Carrots Makeup Removing Cleanser gently removes all traces of your makeup, while refreshing, stimulating and revitalizing your skin.
On our holiday beauty radar:
Indulge in the sweet and comforting Chocolatier's Gift face mask and Chocolatier's Gift body scrub from local beauty company Anthō (available at www.amazon.com and www.myantho.com).
philosophy much mistletoeing lip shine set comes in flavorful tinsel town, cinnamon buns, marshmallows for toasting and peppermint bark (exclusively at Sephora and sephora.com).
Zumbo Kisses from Indigo Wild are made with organic ingredients and pure essential oils and feature scents of the season including Anise, Almond-Orange, Spearmint and Peppermint.
elf Studio Glitter Gloss’s Crystal Cranberry is a cranberry-colored lip gloss that adds a beautiful red tint. Wear day or night to add a dash of color to any holiday ensemble.
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