Looking Good On A Budget!

Looking great doesn't have to be complicated or expensive! Here are a few fast & easy suggestions for looking your best during the holidays...and year round!

The key to a healthy looking face starts with your skincare regime.  It is ideal to have a cleanser, toner and moisturizer that best suites your skin type. But one of the most important items to have for great looking skin is an exfoliant and/or a facial mask.  Many women skip the important step of exfoliation. A natural ingredient exfoliant can gently remove the dead skin cells from your face -  giving it a glowing and renewed appearance - without the use of toxic chemicals.  A clay facial mask used at least once per week will help unclog the pores and refine your skin’s look. If you do not want to purchase a mask or exfoliant try old-fashioned oatmeal flakes.  If possible, it is best to grind them slightly in a coffee grinder.  Simply add a little bit of water, plain yogurt, and/or honey.  Gently massage onto the face for a few seconds.  Leave the mixture on for an additional 10-15 minutes to receive the benefits of a mask.  Rinse off to reveal cleaner, softer skin!

When your skin is glowing you may find you don't need as much makeup.  I consider lipstick, mascara, and eyeliner “make-up must haves."  And did you know that lipstick can be doubled as a blush color?  Simply smudge a dab on the cheeks and blend in. Another great look is to use a lip liner one shade darker than your lip color, and fill in your lips with a lip balm or a lipgloss. And "framed-in" eyes is a great way to dress up your face.  This can be accomplished with an eyeliner and also mascara. 

Of course beauty comes from within, and there is really no regime can replace that!  So take good care of yourself during this busy time of year by eating well, exercising, and not taking on too much! 
~ Marj Melchoirs, All Natural Cosmetics

Marj's "Must Have" Recommendations  For the Holiday Season:

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1. Earth's Beauty Natural Mascara
2. Earth's Beauty Lip Glaze
3. Miessence Garnet Exfoliant

(These and other natural products are available on Marj's website: www.allnaturalcosmetics.com)
 

Marj Melchiors founded Cosmetics Without Synthetics in 1997, and has an online store (All Natural Cosmetics.com) since 1999. In 2000 Marj developed the Earth's Beauty cosmetic line to fit the needs of her chemically sensitive customers. Marj has a certificate in Aromatherapy, which lead her to develop the True Aroma natural perfume line.  Today you can find these, and over 600 products from a variety of companies, on her website. And check out their new teen line and the many great holiday gift ideas on their website! (They even offer world-wide shippin!)

SPECIAL OFFER!  Marj is offering all Heal With Hope visitors 10% off their purchase!  Simply use Coupon code HEAL10 at checkout!

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