When I first became vegan, I was so focused on food, that I didn’t really think about the other areas of my life that I might want to change as well. The first one that emerged after the food switch, was makeup and beauty products. Before my current career as a psychotherapist, I was in […]
Beauty
Henna Hair Dye: Why We Love It and You Should Too
Ladies (and gents) – The state of natural hair dye is depressing. Sure, there ‘s a variety of vegan dyes to choose from, but are they really, truly 100% natural and safe to use? Let’s look at a box of “natural” hair dye, shall we? PEG-2 Oleamine, Aqua (Water), Cocamide DEA, Alcohol Denat (Alcohol), Propylene […]
5 vegan sauna tips for sexy skin
Back in the days when I started dating my husband-to-be and visiting him in Edinburgh, I was pleasantly surprised to see so many saunas around even in a slightly shabby looking part of the town. But why did the fronts have so many pictures of naked women in high heels? And what an earth did a […]
Quench Your Skin’s Thirst With the Right Moisturizer
With autumn upon us and winter around the corner, I start to consciously notice my skin craving moisture. I wash my hands only for them to itch a couple minutes later, or I notice the “cracks” in my freshly shaved legs. Cold weather brings out noticeable dryness, but skin needs moisture all year long to […]
Vegan Beauty Basics: Navigating the Labels
Vegan beauty and bodycare shopping can be tricky. But there are ways to make it easier. If you stare blankly down the “naturals” isle of the drug store or veer your cart in the opposite direction of the cosmetics at your holistic grocer, then it’s time to face those fears! With the right knowledge, you […]