Feel ultra luxe this winter! Why is Eucalyptus so amazing?

Help Cold and Flu Symptoms

The Delizioso Skincare Winter Luxe Pack is specially and hugely discounted to bring you a lovely spa at your very own home. It includes:

Jasmint & Vime Eau de Toilettes: (Each priced $38 USD) These scents are so relaxing and delicate that one spritz won't be enough. Feel free to layer tha aromas for an amazing aromatherapy experience!

Muscle Soothing Spa Soak: (Priced $32 USD) Ever experience those aches and pains after a long day? The soothing bath soak combines essential oils that help elliminate stress from muscles using aromatherapy and vital minerals.

Organic French Lavender Buttermilk Spa Soak: (Priced $28 USD) One of the best selling bath salts! It is loaded with buttermilk to moisturize your skin and relaxes senses with French Lavender Essential Oil.

Pure Lavender Essential Oil: (Priced $14 USD) A very popular essential oil that helps to relieve stress. Lavender oil can be added to hot bath water for a very steamy effect. You can also use Lavender Essential oil in a diffuser.

Floral Daze Bath & Massage Oil: (Priced $26 USD) After a hot and steamy bath you can go ahead and moisturize your skin with the amazing massage oil! Also, if you prefer an extremely moisture filled bath, use the Floral Daze oil in your bath. Simply add a couple pumps to hot running water, sit back, and enjoy.

Eucalyptus Pure Beeswax Jar Candle: (Priced $22 USD) This candle is not only long lasting and super pure, but the Eucalyptus in it helps to relieve flu symptoms. It's perfect for winter time. Read below to find out why...

Herbalists use Eucalyptus Essential Oil to aid colds, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. The vapor of Eucalyptus helps to loosen phlegm and improve lung function. The main constituent that makes Eucalyptus such an active oil is cineol or euclyptol. During the cold and flu season, Eucalyptus helps to relieve congestion and stuffy nose. The best way to use Eucalyptus is in a candle, or in your bath. You can put a drop of Pure Eucalyptus Essential oil ($12) in the hot water of your tub.

Eucalyptus History

Eucalyptus globulus (we’ll call it just Eucalyptus from here on out) is also known as bluegum eucalyptus, bluegum or Tasmanian bluegum (botanical family – Myrtaceae). Eucalyptus is native to Tasmania and southeastern Australia.

It was introduced into California in 1856 and into Hawaii in 1865. It is an important source of fuel wood for many countries as it burns freely, leaves little ash and produces good charcoal. It’s a very sustainable tree and can be harvested every 7 years. It’s also used for pulpwood (doesn’t work well for lumber because of excessive cracking and shrinkage).

Eucalyptus is planted in North Africa to block the spread of malaria by repelling mosquitoes and in ancient times, Australian aborigines placed the leaves of eucalyptus on wounds to cleanse and heal them.

Summing it up...

Eucalyptus essential oil is well known for its antibacterial, antiseptic, disinfecting and expectorant properties. The oil is used for colds, flu, coughs, congestion, sinusitis, respiratory infections, skin and throat infections, inflammation, sores, wounds and even as a natural insect repellent. At Delizioso Skincare we have at least a couple Eucalyptus candles standing around, especially during the cold season in Canada. Have a beautiful winter and breathe easy with Delizioso aromatherapy.

Bring on the Holiday Cheer with Delizioso!

What causes dry skin in the winter season?

In the summer, the heat blisters our skin, it is warm and it is nice and the sun keeps our moods uplifted and joyous. Of course there are cons and pros to each season of the year, and it is given to appreciate all of them, but have you ever felt that your skin was drier during the winter season?

There is an explanation to this, and some tips on what you should be doing and shouldn’t be doing with your skin to keep it glorious all year round. The biggest problem in the winter season is that humidity is fairly low compare to the summer, meaning that your skin will need all that new moisture. The problem is…You’re not getting that moisture.

This leads us to the topic of natural skincare and synthetic skincare which I will thoroughly discuss in a separate article. But what I must mention is that any over the counter brands, or brands that contain synthetic ingredients and large amounts of water will NOT moisturize your skin. That is because the formulations are incorrect and harmful to the derma instead of being helpful. What your skin needs is a good thirst quencher. Imagine yourself, in need of that water after a long summer jog. That is how your skin feels during this season and the best ways to help your skin may be real close.

One of the awesomest skin quenchers by far is butter! Yes, I said it, butter. But not the kind of butter we consume on a day to day basis. The best of the best is raw Shea butter from Ghana. Shea butter is an amazing emollient. Did I say amazing? Not only is Shea moisturizing for your skin, but it also helps improve circulation and fight aging. Its also super simple to apply. To make it smell a little better you can mix it with your favorite essential oil…But you could use Carrot seed oil mixed with Orange oil. This duo will attract moisture to your skin like nothing else.

The best time to apply moisturizer to your skin is after a hot bath. When your skin is washed with warm or hot water, your pores open up and indulge in the goodness that you will rub in. The best ingredients and top moisturizers are also found in the Delizioso Skincare Body Butters! These are really amazing and based on Shea Butter. But unlike pure Shea Butter, they are fluffed up with Ale juices and vitamins. Your skin will be begging for more!

Autumn is coming, Skin needs hydration

Autumn is coming and we have had a great, warm summer. As every day passes and transitions into the colder months, your skin will be desparate for hydrating antioxidants and nourishing fruit oil.

As winter air reaches your skin it increases dryness. Also, you might have been wary of SPF in the summer months. Don't forget how essential it is to still protect your skin during the winter months. The sun is still shining and free radical damage is still actively working at your cells. Keep a daily SPF cream around like our Bulgarian Rose Day Cream SPF 15. Our Bulgarian Rose cream is perfect for the winter months because it is super nourishing.

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Is your skin thirsty?

Your skin is the largest organ of your body that requires more attention then you might have thought. It protects our inner selves from the outside world filled with pollution and free radicals. It works to keep body temperature in control and prevents loss of water. But what happens when our skin isn't hydrated?

When your largest organ is thirsty is is dehydrated, just like you might think of yourself in the summer heat. It is more likely to irritate, act sensitive and the biggest oh,my! Is that it is more likely to age faster. Is is EXTREMELY important to moisturize, even if you have oily skin. Because hydrated skin is beautiful skin that will less likely develop wrinkles and flaws over time. To replenish skin externally it is essential to use a moisturizer which penetrates the skin's outer layer. Antioxidants will act helpful in this situation by fighting free radical damage. You should look for ingredients like: Rosehip (Rosehip & Ginger night cream), Aloe Vera (Found in all our creams), Chamomile, Papaya etc.

Creams and lotions containing oil and water-soluble vitamins, in particular vitamins A, B, C, and E, will promote healthy cell growth. A recent addition to moisturizer formulas, the antioxidant co-enzyme Q10, when combined with vitamin E, promotes effective cell growth properties (Found in our Watermelon & CoQ10 moisturizer).

Of course, proper nutrition, plenty of sleep, outdoor exercise, and drinking at least six to eight glasses of water per day are essential for healthy, well-hydrated skin. But just drinking water will not always keep you hydrated. The body requires certain minerals called electrolytes to carry the water into the cells of the body. The best way to get a proper balance of electrolytes is to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

Flavonoids are also required to maintain healthy skin. Flavonoids are the group of plant pigments that give colour to fruits, flowers, and some vegetables. Great dietary sources of flavonoids are citrus fruits, berries, onions, green tea, legumes, parsley, and sage. Flavonoids slow down the destruction of collagen (the protein that structures skin and blood vessels), preventing and decreasing wrinkling, loss of skin elasticity, bruising, and varicose veins. Simply put, foods such as fruits and beans can slow down the aging process.

Remember, you can age gracefully and healthy and your outlook will reflect the youthful way you feel inside!

XOXO

Where have we been?

We have been off blogger for quite a while but thankfully the time we took off was worthwhile. Our great designers updated our site and I myself happened to come up with more than few great formulations that will truly change the way you look at your skin. Firstly we are launching a 100% Natural and Certified Organic Mineral Foundation that not only acts as coverage.




"This 100% Natural & Certified Organic foundation works to nourish like a tinted moisturizer yet is highly pigmented like a foundation, providing lasting, natural coverage. With specific pursuits in mind this foundation was formulated with 5 angles like no other. Anti-Aging: Alginate, CoQ10, Kola Nut, Green Tea, Orchid, Bilberry, Rose and Watermelon. Nourishing: Jojoba, Watermelon, Cucumber, Apricot. Anti-Inflammatory: Aloe, Blue Chamomile, Calendula, Horsetail, Cucumber. SPF 30 + Chemical free sun protection with Zinc and Titanium Dioxide (Physical sun block). Blemish Fighting: Sugar Cane and Maple, Lemon, Manuka Honey, Jojoba, and Oregon Grape. "


Go quickly and take a look at these babies on our site. We already sold out of our first batches and are getting raving reviews for these products:


"I use the Clinique tinted moisturizer and I love it. I think though that this foundation works better on my skin. The coverage is better and it’s moisturizing. The SPF is awesome and I love the anti-aging benefits since I am in my 60's. Thanks!"


Carolina, TX


"Every dark foundation that I used broke me out, not this one. I have extremely sensitive skin with psoriasis so I tend to shy away from makeup all together. Also I was told that I shouldn't use powdered Titanium Dioxide because its toxic in powdered form. I love this foundation but I really want you guys to come up with more makeup and cosmetics. I have been using your shadows too but I would appreciate a wider selection :) Love the lip shine's though. My favorite is Strawberry!"


Sarah Abby Morrisson, PEI

Secondly we launched our amazing Watermelon and CoQ10 collection that has gone to retail stores in US and Canada . These are probably our best sellers so don't forget to take advantage of purchasing the entire regimen at a discount ($75.00 Retail Value: $92.00). Also check out our proof of age rewind statistics for the collection.

Look out for our next blog posts about keeping safe in the summer sun and keeping dry skin nourished and mature skin young!


XoXo

How is Delizioso Skincare different from any other skincare line?

Delizioso Skincare is the only company in the world that incorporates our potent anti-oxidant complex in every single formulation. The complex formulated from raw botanicals and fruit oils derivates works to preserve our formulations and increase skin smoothing effects. Asides from that, many of our scents are specially formulated to provide you with a line of natural bath & body care with delicious and natural aromas like passion fruit and pomegranate. Completely original and unique, Delizioso Skincare provides luxurious spa quality natural skincare with outstanding effects on skin.

Our philosophy Natural made simple is actually quite simple. All our products contain 100% Natural pure, and Certified Organic ingredients. Our formulations include the purest essential oils, preserving the products with a Natural Antioxidant Preservative. Being the only company to use a preservative based on Essential and plant derivates Delizioso Skincare prides in being 100% Paraben and synthetic free.

We started our mission in the year of 2008, when our very first formulation was prepared. Environment was always a reason Delizioso Skincare started to prepare natural yet delicious formulations, and bath body products. Another achievement we pride is being 100% cruelty free. We all love our cuddly pets here, and nothing will make us test our products on beings that deserve a right to live. Being that we use only 100% Natural ingredients there are no reasons for us to test on animals. One small hint is even if a company says that they do not test on animals and if their products contain synthetic ingredients, chances are they do. All synthetic ingredients get tested on animals to see whether they are carcinogens and toxic to our health.

Enjoy your stay with us, and our products as much as you enjoy living in a healthy atmosphere!

Our new body butters!

Heads up for our new scrumptious butters. they are 100% Natural, Over 80% Certified Organic and oh so smoothing! Here are some photos, but they will be up on the website soon, and available for purchasing.

And 15 more! Check out the scents that they come in here...

The Watermelons and...

Melons are great fruit that we enjoy during the summer months. Except for those that live in warmer regions that is (lucky you). But today I am not blogging about how tasty watermelons are or how we should all eat them or what not, I am talking about watermelons in skincare! I first personally tried watermelons on my skin this summer, when I made a homemade watermelon mask just for fun. My skin wasn't exactly at it's best and I felt it needed a refreshment. So I got a pretty standard recipe which I will share with you today.

You will need:

1 cup of chopped watermelon (Eat the rest)

1/2 of a small container of yogurt

1 tsp of Aloe Vera juice and...

a blender!

How simple right? So what you is you blend these together and you apply it generously to skin. Some may want to substitute yogurt for sour cream which will make the mask thicker and less leaky. I used Organic plain yogurt. I kept my mask on for quite a bit, I think nearly half an hour. When I washed the mask off I was amazed with the results. My skin looks so much brighter, and already felt suppler.

  That was when our company decided to create the line of Antioxidant Watermelon Facial care items with CoQ10 coming out the first two weeks of January! So to talk a little bit of the products that we formulated, and analytically tested for our great customers: All of these products of course contain Organic Watermelon Extract (Citrullus lanatus). Watermelon extract is abundant in vitamin C and naturally occurring amino acids. Already those are very important aspects for our skin. But that is not all, the extract also supports the UV-stressed immune system of the skin and can be used to prevent photo-aging. Added to that it helps to protect the skin from every day toxins and promotes cell-renewal and elasticity of the skin. Along with Watermelon extracts this line of facial care items is infused with Watermelon seed oil. The oil has a rich composition of essential fatty acids that help to restore elasticity to the skin. It, therefore, is wonderful for all skin types, including dry, oily, acne-prone or maturing skin. So there we go, watermelon is really amazing on the skin. Added to the watermelon, our third main ingredient is CoQ10 which is an amazing natural anti-oxidant. Studies show that CoQ10 can effectively counteract free radical damage and provide significant protection against UVA-induced depletion of cell membrane. In other words, it will prevent damage to collagen and elastin production process and help you avoid wrinkles. CoQ10 is so powerful, it is able to reduce cancer tumors and minimize stroke consequences that are due to suddenly increased levels of free radicals. So when applied topically, it can provide extra protection for your skin and produce a dramatic anti-wrinkle effect. We found this to be a great combination providing great results for wrinkled skin. However even if you do not have wrinkles this is still a great regimen to use because it is so enriched with antioxidants and nourishing fruit oils that it will help you retain young, and bright looking skin naturally. Did I also mention that watermelon extract works great on blemishes?

So the products that we are going to offer are as follows. As always every product is 100% Natural, vegan, and Organic.

1. Watermelon and CoQ10 Moisturizer - SPF 20 1.7 oz - $32.00 US/$34.00 CAN
2. Watermelon and CoQ10 under eye gel (For those bags and dark circles) -  1.7 oz  $18.99 US/$22.00 CAN
3. Watermelon and CoQ10 Gel Cleanser - 5 oz $16.00 US/$17.50 CAN
4. Exfoliate with Watermelon and CoQ10 - 2 oz $14.00 US/$16.00 CAN

Look out for that...And a message from our team to you...

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!

Eucalyptus Essential Oil...

With the flu season on full swing, we are all searching for a perfect way to keep away from the germs. Eucalyptus Essential oil is actually an amazing oil that helps clear nasal passageways and helps clear the lungs. You can purchase 5 ml of 100% pure certified Organic Eucalyptus essential oil from us. The oil is great to use for inhalation with steamed water and for much more.

$6.25 US

Latin Name: Eucalyptus Globulus

Origin: India

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: : Wood and leaves

Eucalyptus carries a quite strong and extremely herbal aroma with woody undertones. Eucalyptus essential oil is fantastic on skin ailments (Burns, blisters, wounds, insect bites, lice and skin infections), as well as to help against the effects of colds, sinus problems, and flu. There is also a history of Eucalyptus essential oil being applied to sore muscles and joints. During flu season use eucalyptus to clear sinuses and other flu symptoms.

Blends Well With: Pine, thyme, lavender, rosemary, marjoram, cedarwood and lemon.

General Activities: Skin Conditions, Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.

Safety: Eucalyptus should be used in dilution, and avoided during pregnancy. The oil is very toxic when taken orally.

Please Note: All Essential oils are not intended for internally use, and when ingested can cause severe burns. External use only.

You can also make great use of our pure eucalyptus white beeswax candle. 4 oz - $8.00 US

Indulge and Relax your senses with our pure and paraffin free Eucalyptus Oil Candle. Aromatically scented with cooling Eucalyptus Essential Oil. Free of any synthetic ingredients, and with a lead free wick this 100% Natural candle will scent your space with a fresh, woody and earthy aroma. Tip: Eucalyptus oil from an evergreen tree, stimulates and helps relieve sinuses especially during cold and flu season. Comes with cap, burning time 35-48 hrs.

*Certified Organic

Ingredients: Pure White Beeswax and *Eucalyptus Essential Oil.

Directions: Light Candle and enjoy therapeutical qualities. Make sure to follow safety percaution stated on bottom of jar.

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Winter is coming be prepared!

Winter is on the brink of conquering our nice months of autumn in Canada, and the first frost has appeared. A tiny bit late this year, but we appreciate all our seasons right? So what happens to your skin in the months of winter? Frost bite, and dehydration. Also don't forget to still use SPF because the sun is always shining! The humidity in the air is lower and more crisp in the winter months and works on drawing the moisture out of our own skin, so at these times it is extremely important to keep skin hydrated. Our 100% Natural and certified Organic body creams use natural oils and emollients to keep dry skin supple and soft.

Ingredients: Oils of *Oryza sativa (Rice Bran), *Prunus avium (Cherry Kernel), *Cocos nucifera (Coconut), Persea gratissima (Avocado fruit), *Olive Fruit Oil, Shea Oil, Pure White Beeswax, Aloe Vera Juice, Extracts of *Grapefruit seed, *Bilberry, *Orange, *Lemon, *Sugar Cane, *Sugar Maple, *Calendula, Lotus Absolute, Foodgrade cherry flavor oil, Vitamin E, Lanolin and Natural Antioxidant Preservative. Apply generously to dry skin.

To still keep up with your daily sun protection we recommend our super age defying anti-oxidant green tea facial moiturizer with SPF 30.

Ingredients: Oils of *Oryza sativa (Rice Bran), *Prunus avium (Cherry Kernel), *Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant), *Passiflora incarnata (Passion Flower), *Vitis vinifera (Grape Seed), *Cocos nucifera (Coconut) , Pure White Beeswax, *Green Tea Infused Purifyed water, Aloe Vera Juice, Extracts of *Green Tea, *Grapefruit seed, *Bilberry, *Orange, *Lemon, *Sugar Cane, *Sugar Maple, *Oregon Grape, and *Calendula, Essential Oils of *Green Tea and *Ylang Ylang, Vitamin E, Lanolin and Natural Antioxidant Preservative. Micronized Titanium Dioxide- 8% Directions~Apply to cleansed facial, for best results use daily.

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Our Brand new website!

Here are our brand new website images. We are all extremely excited to launch them for this new year! Lots of new products and deals will be on here. Thanks to our talented designers for a great new site! Look out for it this new year!

What are Antioxidants?

Every best friend you know is talking about them. The web is now advertising super antioxidant creams, and gels. But what are antioxidants really?

An antioxidant is a molecule capable of slowing the oxidation of other molecules. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that causes our skin to age. Oxidation is mainly caused by smog, pollution, etc. Oxidation reactions can produce free radicals, which start chain reactions that damage cells. Antioxidants terminate these chain reactions by removing free radical intermediates, and inhibiting other oxidation reactions. As a result, antioxidants help to keep skin supple, nourished and firmer.

Although oxidation reactions are crucial for life, they can also be damaging; hence, plants and animals maintain complex systems of multiple types of antioxidants, such as glutathione, vitamin C, and vitamin E as well as enzymes such as catalase, superoxide dismutase and various peroxidases. Low levels of antioxidants, or inhibition of the antioxidant enzymes, cause oxidative stress and may damage or kill cells.

All Antioxidant ingreidents from plants like Green Tea and Carrots help keep skin firm, and supple.

Knowing your skin type

How important is it? With natural skin care no product will do any harm to skin, yet some may fit your skin better. How do you decide if you should purchase the Carrots facial cream or the Rose? Well the carrots is best for dry skin and the rose for normal. So what type of skin do you have?

Normal Skin

If you skin belongs to a normal type, the tissue will not reveal any traces of oil. Your skin should feel vibrant, elastic, and supple. Normal skin is the least problematic type. It looks smooth and has a good circulation and healthy complexion. Even with a minimum care, it will look good well into your advanced age.

Dry Skin

If your skin is dry, the paper will be clean, too, but your face skin will feel flaky, dry, and tight after you dry it. Dry skin can easily develop a sallow tone, wrinkles, and fine pores, and it is very prone to aging and irritating. To keep it healthy, you should apply thorough care and use regular treatment with natural masks and moisturizers.

Oily Skin

If you have oily skin, the paper will have spots of facial oil on it, corresponding to the areas of your cheeks, nose, and forehead. Oily skin is problematic – it usually looks greasy, thick, coarse, and shiny, has enlarged pores, and tends to break into acne. A good thing, though, is that oily skin is not prone much to aging and wrinkling. Careful cleaning, minimizing of carbohydrate consumption, and avoiding rich creams can be helpful in improving the quality of oily skin.

"Natural Skincare can create outstanding results on all types of skin"

Top 20 ingredients you should avoid in cosmetics at all costs.

Top 20 Toxic ingredients which you should be avoiding at all costs.


1. Mercury Known human carcinogen.


2. Lead Acetate Known human carcinogen.


3. Formaldehyde Known human carcinogen


4. Toluene Reproductive/developmental toxin


5. Petroleum Distillates Possible human carcinogen


6. Ethylacrylate Possible human carcinogen


7. Coal Tar Known human carcinogen


8. Dibutyl Phthalate Reproductive/developmental toxin


9. Potassium Dichromate Possible human carcinogen


10. 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol Forms carcinogens if mixed with nitrosating agents


11. Selenium Sulfide Possible human carcinogen.


12. Dimethylamine Respiratory toxicity hazards.


13. Zirconium Silicate Banned for use in cosmetics.


14. Acrylamide Possible human carcinogen.


15. Phenylphenol Possible human carcinogen.


16. DC Blue 6 Banned for use in cosmetics.


17. EXT DC Green 1 Banned for use in cosmetics.


18. EXT DC Red 1 Banned for use in cosmetics.


19. EXT DC Red 3 Banned for use in cosmetics.


20. Hexachlorophene Limited evidence of cancer.

A few great recipes worth to try!

Home skin recipes are always a great and fast fix up. Here we have put together a few great ones for you and your friends.


Peppermint Foot Scrub
1 cup dead sea salt
2 sachets peppermint tea
5 drops peppermint oil
2 tbs olive oil
Mix ingredients together and then apply to feet for a perfect great scented pedicure.


Honey Cleansing Scrub

1 Tbsp. honey
2 Tbsp. finely ground almonds
½ teaspoon lemon juice
Blend, rub gently onto face. Rinse.


Brown Sugar Body Scrub
1/2 cup of brown sugar
half a fresh squeezed orange
1 Tbsp. of vitamin E oil
2 tbs Olive oil
Mix brown sugar, orange juice, and vitamin E  and olive oil in a bowl. Get in the tub and get wet. Take a handful of mixed ingredients and scrub in a gentle circular motion. Rinse off and apply a moisturizing lotion to re-hydrate skin.


Firming Face Mask
1 Tbsp. honey
1 egg white
1 teaspoon glycerin
¼ cup flour
Blend, smooth over face and throat. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse


Enjoy!

The Ingredient that dangerously lurks behind every foaming bath & Body Product...

Have you ever thought of what makes soap foam? Well naturally we would think that is from the process of soap making. A combination of Sodium Hydroxide and Cold pressed cazrrier oils. Yet there is so much soap...shampoo, bubble bath, shower gels, everything. What makes it all foam? The ingredient used is Sodium Laureth or in some cases Laurys Sulfate. It is much cheaper then the alternative we use in our shower gels which is Natural saponified coconut oil. Meaning the traditional way to saponify cold pressed organic coconut oil. Read below to find out the dangerous ingredient which we use daily on our skin and our hair.

     A research study by the JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF TOXICOLOGY.

     "Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is an anionic surfactant used in cosmetics and industrial chemicals as a cleansing agent. In absorption, metabolism and excretion studies Sodium Lauryl Sulfate had a degenerative effect on the cell membranes because of its protein denaturing properties. High levels of skin penetration may occur at even low use concentration.

     Sodium Lauryl Sulfate had an LD 50 (Lethal Dose for 50% of the animals tested) of 0.8 to 110 g/kg in rats. A formulation containing 15% caused depression, labored breathing, diarrhea and death in 4 out of 20 animals.

     In acute ocular tests, 10% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate caused corneal damage to the rabbits’ eyes if not irrigated or irrigation was delayed. A Draize test of a product containing 5.1% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate caused mild irritation and products containing 21% were severely irritated with no rinse and mildly irritated when rinsed.

Acute animal skin irritation studies of 0.5% to 10% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate cause slight to moderate irritation. Applications of 10% to 30% caused skin corrosion and severe irritation. Solutions above 20% were highly irritating and dangerous. One percent and 5% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate produced a significant number of comedones when applied to the pinna of albino rabbits.

     A chronic oral feeding study in rats of 0.25%, 0.5% and 1.0% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in the diet for two years produced no observable abnormalities except for moderate to severe dermal effects. In mutagenesis studies, rats fed 1.13% and 0.56% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in the diet for 90 days produced no more chromosomal aberrations or clastogenic effects than did a normal diet.

     Sodium Lauryl Sulfate was tested for human skin irritation in concentrations ranging from 0.1% to 10%. Open patches were less irritating than closed patches, and irritation increased directly with concentration. For prolonged contact with skin, concentration should not exceed 1%."

Green Tea Applied Topicaly Preventing Skin Cancer?

According to new studies by the American Cancer Secioty Green Tea in Skin care can help prevent skin cancer. Our Green Tea facial cream is enriched with a potent amount of Green Tea Essential Oil, Green Tea Infusion and Green Tea Extract. Read article below for more information.

"Green tea is already thought to protect against some cancers because it contains antioxidants. A recent review of previous studies finds drinking green tea may help prevent skin cancer – and it may even be effective when added to skin care creams.

     Santosh K. Katiyar, Ph.D., and colleagues in the department of dermatology at Case Western Reserve University, reviewed several studies about green tea and reports that it may be useful in preventing and treating a variety of human skin disorders. The substances in green tea thought to protect against cancer are called polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties that can cancel out the damage caused by free radicals. Free radicals are molecules that damage cells'' DNA and as a result can begin the process of a cell turning cancerous.

     "Supplementation of skin care products with green tea may have a profound impact on various skin disorders in the years to come," he says."

A Great Green Quiz!

Take this quiz to find out how much you know of green skincare! Find it at:

http://planetgreen.discovery.com/games-quizzes/green-beauty-quiz/

Tell us your results!