MIESSENCE - $

As temperatures creep higher and higher, we could all use a little mid-day refresher. Try Miessence’s Rose Monsoon Hydrating Mist. Made from the petals of organic roses, it re-hydrates and invigorates your skin. Beauty tip: a spray over make-up gives the skin a healthy, dewy look. - OneWithEarth.com

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NVEY - $$

Made entirely from organic elements, this Lip Lustre serves both as a lip color and a moisturizer. Say farewell to having to double coat. You can save the environment and save time! Amour Rose is a subtle and versatile shade and one of my favorites. - EcoNvey.com

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ACQUARELLA - $

Proclaimed as the world’s only truly safe nail polish, Aquarella is water-based and non-toxic. It lacks that iffy smell associated with most polishes, is easy to apply, and lasts quite a long time. The extra effort it takes to remove is definitely worth it when it comes to being free of harsh and unhealthy chemicals. . - AcquarellaPolish.com

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THIS NATURALLY - $$

A beauty line made with natural products “that you can pronounce.” How exciting to know exactly what you’re putting on your body and therefore into it. Try their Buttercream Hand Softener in Lavender. Simply divine! - ThisNaturally.com

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NON-TOXIC HAIR SPRAY! - $

 
At last! There is now a non-toxic hairspray. Made by Suncoat, who also make a line of non-toxic color cosmetics. This all-natural hairsray is PVP-free, Acrylic coplymer-free, alcohol-free.
This hairspray really works. Also check out their non-toxic nail polish remover.
 www.SunCoatProducts.com

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TOM KIT - $

Did you know that one trillion feminine hygiene products will end up in U.S. Landfills by the year 2030 and landfills are running out of space.
Thank goodness that some very smart women have thought about this and come up with the adorable “tomkit” (time of the month). It contains flushable feminine care products, an organic hand sanitizer and even a chocolate lip balm treat! It’s all packed in an eco-friendly jute case. They also have an “emergency girl pack” that will fit easily in a glove compartment. A great gift for a teenager to encourage lifelong eco-friendly habits.- www.TomKit.net

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LIVING NATURE - $$

I was turned onto this company by one of our members, who found it when she was traveling in Australia. I have researched them and what a great find! They were one of the first companies to eschew the use of any synthetic or harmful chemicals. They pass all EU regulations (much tougher than US), and their excellent foundation has won a British Natural Beauty Award. - LivingNature.com

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RAWGANIQUE - $$

The most irritating thing about overnight traveling nowadays is that you can't take your shampoo bottles in your carry-on bag. I get a bit bored of having to transfer them to tiny bottles, which I never label and so often end up slathering my hair with cough syrup! The answer comes in a wonderful shampoo bar by Rawganique. The lovely lavender and sweet orange scent will linger in your hair and it is surprisingly moisturizing, so you may be able to go without a conditioner too. - Rawganique.com

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SIMPLY DIVINE BOTANICALS - $$

I love this company so much! I mention them in my book and want to mention them again as they have a lot of brand new products. Healer and master herbalist, Barbara Rogers created this exceptional line of completely non-toxic beauty products that are super-effective.
I love the "Out of Body Experience". It's a foaming cleanser for face, body and hair. It's the first of its kind to actually work.
I also love her "How Now Brown Cacao", an indulgent chocolate skin-softening "body dessert". It makes a wonderful gift. She has also created a beauty nutritional supplement that people are raving about: "You're My Everything" - so Simply Divine Botanicals is the one-stop for all your beauty needs and their customer service is exceptional. - SimplyDivineBotanicals.com

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MANDRAKE APOTHECARY - $$

I am so happy to have found Sara Phillips, who has created this wonderfully unusual company selling real perfumes (absolutely no synthetics), that she calls "Aromatic Alchemy". She really does turn plant essences into exquisite scents that are sensual, deep and complex and that linger for hours. It's a treat just to visit her unique website. Her "Demeter" perfume oil is my favorite perfume de jour! - MandrakeApothecary.com

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MYCHELLE COSMETICS - $$

If you are on the lookout for a great eye cream, try “Fabulous Eye Cream” by Mychelle. I also love their “Fresh Eyes”, for dark circles and puffiness. Every ingredient in this line has my seal of approval and I love that they support an important breast cancer foundation.

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ERBAVVIA - $$

Husband and wife team Robin Brown and Anna Cirronis started this fantastic company a few years ago and now have quite a following. I’m not surprised as they are 99% certified organic and their products are of the highest quality. I love their Embrace Room Spray: It has a light jasmine scent that lingers long after it has been sprayed - perfect for the bedroom!
I also like their Awaken Body Wash, as it's super invigorating for your morning shower.
www.Erbaviva.com