December 22 2008 - On Our Radar
Chakra Masks Soothe Mind and Body
Energize your mind, body, and spirit with VB Cosmetics’ refreshing line of Abrioné Chakra Masques.
Chakras originated in the ancient Hindu system of healing dating before 2500 B.C. The chakra system has been used for thousands of years as an integral part of holistic healing. The word chakra signifies one of seven energy centers in the body, corresponding to the seven main nerve centers, which emanate from the spinal column. Each of the seven main chakras reflects essential aspects of consciousness and governs our lives, loves, learning, and spiritual awakening.
Red, for example, is associated with the first chakra, Muladhara. It’s a hot color that represents our vitality, physical strength, and most importantly our life energy. Abrioné’s Red Root Chakra Masque features pomegranate and prickly pear, which contain vitamins such as C and B. These can act as a natural antibacterial, help guard against the sun, and moisturize your skin.
Tags: CHAKRA, VB COSMETICS
October 16 2008 - On Our Radar
STRIPT Cosmetics Mineral Makeup Is Vegan
Stript Cosmetics’ vegan makeup for all skin types is free of paraben, perfumes, talc, and all animal products. Stript uses pharmaceutical-grade minerals and pure marine botanicals, providing superior coverage. It’s non-greasy, water-resistant, and provides natural sun protection. Marine botanicals are rich in minerals, trace elements, amino acids and antioxidant vitamins. Eco-friendly packaging uses recycled paper and soy ink. www.striptmakeup.com
Tags: MAKEUP, STRIPT, VEGAN
September 29 2008 - On Our Radar
Yoga Sandals Began as Pedicure Wear
Beech Sandal Co.’s Yoga Sandals were originally introduced to salons and spas as The Upscale Pedicure Sandal, a premium pedicure sandal with four toe separators that kept the toes spread as the polish dried. They evolved into Yoga Sandals as yoga practitioners noted that the act of spreading one’s toes to create better balance and body alignment combined with the support of the slanted sole into the ball of the foot provided great conditioning for the feet. The sandals help yoga practitioners get the most from the stretching poses and standing asanas. With everyday wear, they help bring back flexibility and strength to the bones and connective tissues in the feet. http://www.nailsmag.com/fifi/80122.
Tags: yoga
September 18 2008 - On Our Radar
The Sky's the Limit
You’d love to bring the outdoors in when it comes to your salon, but with rain, snow, sleet, and hail, it just isn’t the most soothing solution. Enter Sky Factory, a company that uses thin, edge-lit panels to create compelling illusions of blue skies and other serene landscapes.
The SkyCeilings are ideal for tight spaces like salon treatment rooms as they visually open up areas. The carefully controlled light-temperature, accurate cloud pattern, sky and vegetation color, and correct perspective all add to the convincing illusion of the virtual skylights or windows. Plus, each display uses a daylight-balanced 6500 Kelvin light (the same light used to treat seasonal affective disorder), giving your clients something to smile about.
For more information, visit The Sky Factory's website.
Tags: SALON ATMOSPHERE, SALON DECOR, SALON LIGHTING, SKYLIGHTS, THE SKY FACTORY
September 7 2008 - On Our Radar
Sustainable Summer Sojourn
Summer travel does not need to be a vacation from consciousness, and from our eco-sensitive choices. As a matter of fact, the selections we make, and where we spend our precious travel dollars, send a powerful message to the economies of places we visit: that we insist on going green, both at home and abroad.
When planning your trip, be sure that you understand the difference between true eco-tourism and adventure travel. Both kinds of tourism offer you breathtaking, rugged journeys to remote places. But by definition, ecotourism must be run by locally-owned businesses, and the tours must be organized for small groups only. True eco-tourism must include educational programs which increase awareness about local conservation. Eco-tourism destinations train and hire local workers, manage impact on the natural and cultural environments, and generate income which can be used by local communities to conserve and sustain their natural and cultural resources (this definition according to the United Nations Environment Program/ UNEP).
For more ideas about eco-travel, visit:
- www.ecohomegear.com
- www.ecotourism.org
- www.sustainabletravel.com
- www.ecotour.org
- www.greenseal.org
- www.greenhotels.com
- www.travelroots.com
- www.whitepod.com
Tags: ECO-CONSCIOUS PRODUCTS, RESOURCES, TRAVEL
August 31 2008 - On Our Radar
Zebrawood Sunglasses
SpaRitualist Sandi Cummins is a huge fan of iWood sunglasses. iWood uses eco-sustainable woods like zebrawood and bamboo to make their eco-luxury sunglasses.
Tags: SPARITUAL