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Wellness-and self-care might  be an updated re-hash of the 70's 'me -decade'...but an emphasis on the health part -is a good thing. Some Tips: A long weekend away-can do wonders... Maybe more costly than a stay-vacations (depending)-all encompassing-inclusive environments-that provide physical and mental nourishment...do not have to break the bank, either. Take advantage a the USA dollar strength vs the neighbor to the north's currency...at the wellness haven Le Monastère Des Augustines in Quebec. Set in a historic and cultural setting- this former cloister has been re-invented as a peaceful oasis for a wellness re-boot-with 33 'authentic' simple (but comfy' ) monastery rooms and 32 contemporary rooms available. Holistic-spa treatments , healthy cuisine, a wide range of daily activities (yoga -meditation, historic tours) included or not-depending on what package one wants. The Lodge at Woodloch is on many 'BEST OF' lists for its all in...

Suppliers' Day-Javits 'Cleaner" HAIR HELP-Proven Efficacy: Humans have been trying to 'tame' their tresses for decades (centuries) with toxic (really) chemicals, hair tools -and/or natural butters + oils to eliminate frizz and straighten out hair follicles not born that way. via GIPHY Though  'clean' beauty silicone subs seem to be offered up by several companies (see examples below)---...Sensient Cosmetic Technologies new Sensityle® Curl relaxer -billed as a "...natural and effective hair relaxing technology..." really caught our eyeballs as super unique . WHAT IT IS: Explained  with a backstory first: The idea for this new (November '18) product treatment -was inspired by meat tenderizers . AS IN-the powdery stuff shaken on meat to make it more tender-made of pineapple and papaya -two fruits also hailed for their anti-inflammatory properties (Bromelain + Papain)... with hydrolyzed yeast proteins=leading to   Sensityle® Curl r...

The cannabis flowering plant has new legal status. Always popular elsewhere and grown in Canada...various oil offshoots are now marketed HERE as a tasty cure-all ( anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, stress help-to name a few ).

The beauty + haircare brands with nutraceuticals-aka supplements- acknowledges 'you are what you eat.' Inside and out-skin deep, plus. One trending area-pre and probiotics...the former to nourish the latter. via GIPHY For topical applications...there's enough scientific evidence  that  helpful ingredients providing microbiota solutions for many skin concerns -from oily-acne to dry-sensitive conditions, work. Easy FAST though- get natural benefits of probiotics-from a make it yourself masque. Mix up  USDA Organic yogurt (2 tbsps-'fattier' the better)-blessed w/ cell renewing lactic acid +active cultures---with pure honey (a natural sterilizing healer-like Wedderspoon Manuka Honey -1 tbsp)---and apply on for about ten minutes, before washing off. Insta-brightner that works for most skin types. Hair wise- for a moisturizing-cleansing masque-for locks- double the aforementioned ingredients-and add tbsps of coconut oil (olive, safflower, sunflower seed or se...

Part 5 via GIPHY Lip balms, soothing bath salts, hydrating facial oils and masks...less the chemistry class ingredients...these premium products are ideal for sophisticated moms who deserve a natural life, lived luxuriously...with indulgence encouraged.  Bottega Organica-"farm to bottle" ..."designed by science...made by nature" ---has a very impressive collection of skin/body care- using transparently sourced ingredients from their own farms in Italy and upstate NY.----the line was founded by geneticist Dr. Andrea Alimonti-and inspired by research on aging cells-conjured up powerful rejuvenating formulae made of 100% natural ingredients. Popular EYE ILLUMINATE cream made of radiant inducing cucumber+horse chestnut, rosemary-imo lends it a distinct pleasing aroma, healing arnica, stimulating coneflower, anti-aging prawn sage, and wild carrots for anti-oxidant oomph!!! Love it...highly hydrating and only a tiny dab needed/eye area. MALAYA Organic...

PART 3-Small Batch Skin/Body/Hair Care...Mother's Day Gift Sets -Natural + Non-Toxic Ingredients and Cruelty Free Some crazy amount of lipstick gets eaten a year... via GIPHY Which has us re-evaluating what we slather on lip-wise- multiple times/day. founded by breast cancer survivor makeup artist Susie Lee- ECHO VIE Organic Oil-body $45 restore moisture and Natural Lip Balms $18  in a pretty color via minerals keep lips hydrated -natural oils+shea butter nuturing ingredients AXIOLOGY has gotten print press love...with its array of colors, natural/organic ingredients and sustainable packaging "with a purpose"-recycled paper-pulp then processed by hand... and then made into the lipstick boxes- by Bali, Indonesian women. Vegan+Cruelty Free. pretty colors for all skin tones... SALTS...the common ingredient-facial care, balms, hair sprays... from nautically-themed- NY based Captain Blankenship "...beauty wild with nature...

PART ONE: Essential Oils for Face/Lips/Body, Bath Salts, Botanical+Herbal Fragrances -Small Batch Premium Selections There's not a major demographic out there-that is not scrutinizing what ingredients...deemed "natural" or "organic" really means...besides reading the labels...whether looking for a broader story line to connect to... embracing a message that offers personal or environmental benefits...or examining the provenance of a product's components.  Just being 'green'-at premium prices no less-may entice consumers-but they're going to want more than that "simple" sales pitch which is cropping up regularly these days. Which is why most of the small batch, entrepreneurs we met at a premium beauty event organized by ELEV8.- literally/package make the array of skin/bodycare and fragrances versus having a private contractor do it. PLUS-each brand we sampled-has a compelling narrative as to the whys/wheres/hows of their relativ...