6 things I adore right now
By Candice Aiken. It’s that time again to give some shout outs to 6 things that are currently lighting up my life (long overdue!). Here are 6 things I am truly grateful for and adoring the pants off right now: 1. Personalised sacred scents I was blessed to be able to virtually meet Michelle Marie [...]
Simple and Natural Skincare Recipes
By Candice Aiken. I used to adore designer skincare brands for their innovative and quick-fixing solutions. Who wouldn’t? There is a product designed for absolutely every skin related “problem” you can think of. Wrinkles? Age need not get the better of you, there’s a youth defying cream for that! Blemishes? Don’t change your diet, there’s a [...]
15 Amazing Uses for Coconut Oil and its Benefits
By Candice Aiken. Miranda Kerr caused a bit of controversy in the media recently for her apparent daily “over consumption” of coconut oil. Unfortunately, many people still view this miracle oil as nothing more than a saturated fat and dangerous when consumed often, though this is far from the truth. If you have read most [...]
Greenwashing – When Green Is Not So Green
Guest Post By Antonette Golikidis – Director of Little Innoscents. With our increasing awareness of environmental and ecological concerns, society’s slow embrace of organic and all natural products has started to shift into full gear. And while that is to be applauded, the sad fact is that in tandem with our interest in a healthier [...]
Chemical-free Babies – Interview with Little Innoscents
By Candice Aiken. From the moment babies are born they are exposed to harsh and dangerous chemicals through various forms. In particular through the preservatives and additives in processed food and the toxic products placed on their perfect, untouched skin. In order to understand more about why various ingredients are so toxic for little ones, [...]
Dangerous Baby Products
By Candice Aiken. We have all grown up with well-known and seemingly trusty-worthy brands making products such as baby oil and ‘no-more-tears’ shampoo. We all know their names; I don’t think I need to mention them. You may even still use some of these products on your own skin given they are marketed for sensitivities, [...]
Natural Skin Care – Interview with Tranquillita
By Candice Aiken. People are slowly becoming aware of the toxins in conventionally farmed and packaged foods. It is great to see our favourite organic stores buzzing with people each weekend when we go shopping but something that is catching on a little slower is the public’s consideration for what they are putting on their [...]
Killer Cosmetics #2
By Candice Aiken. Following on from my previous article ‘Killer Cosmetics’ I thought it would be fitting to make some suggestions of products I use and highly recommend. I have a feeling you may have just thrown out your entire bathroom cabinet and now you need ideas for the next step. I would apologise, but [...]
Killer Cosmetics
By Candice Aiken. Those who know me know I appreciate a bronze glow (with the help of a bottle!), lip gloss and mascara. Not to forget the perfume, moisturiser, hairspray, nail polish, shampoo, deodorant, foundation… Well you get the picture. Like most women, I love my products. They have been there for me on fat [...]
