It’s that time of year – that awkward in between stage when the weather isn’t sure if its spring or winter. While being “in between” can be a little uncomfortable, there are things we can do to make things a little easier (think growing out bangs + bobby pins). ;) One of my favourite people on this planet is back again (you might remember her from Holiday Gifts for the Yogi post back in December) – Kelsi. Not only is {Read More}
Naturally Boost Your Immunity – Guest Post with Leela Yoga Co-Founder Kelsi
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LPN’s iHerb Shopping Cart – My Fave Natural Beauty & Wellness Buys
October 31, 2015 by 10 Comments
I get a lot of questions about what products I use, foods I eat and beauty tips I use for my day-to-day life. This morning I was filling out an iHerb Order, and I thought to myself, it would be a good basis for a post – that is, just to share with you what I’m buying on this cloudy Hallowe’en Saturday in a chilly northern town. So, that’s just what I’ll do. Today’s post is a simple sharing of my shopping {Read More}
Ayurvedic Natural Beauty: An Introduction to PRATIMA Skincare
April 18, 2015 by 8 Comments
Ayurveda. It’s no new topic to the pages of LPN. You might have heard about it before here, here, here and here (among a few other posts). While I won’t re-hash what Ayurveda is, I’ll give you a beauty-focused description from none other than the Queen of Ayurvedic beauty herself, Pratima Raichur: “A holistic science over 5,000 years old carries which carries a profound body of knowledge for understanding ourselves within the laws of nature. According to Ayurveda, each individual and {Read More}
The Beauty Benefits of Honey & Why You Should Incorporate It In Your Diet & Beauty Routine
December 10, 2013 by 20 Comments
Today I have a very special guest post from beautiful Selina who sent along a brilliant post for LPN to share with you. After you’ve had a little read, I’ll give you some of my thoughts. It’s all about the honey, hunny! Guest Post from Selina Torres I often tell people I’m a foodie, but what I really mean is that I’ll eat nearly anything you put in front me. If it’s sweet, there’s a chance you may even lose {Read More}
Facial Oils 101 – Facial Oil Feature Precursor
September 17, 2013 by 4 Comments
I have been working for months for two posts; one of which is the best in facial oils. This feature, coming at you soon, is taking place after months of trying every facial oil I could get my hands on from around the world. In a short while you will be seeing LPN’s Guide to Best Facial Oils of 2013. But, before I get there, I wanted to partner up with Jennifer from a dermatological practice in San Francisco, to {Read More}
An Ancient Ayurvedic Ritual for Clearer Skin, Whiter Teeth & Overall Wellness: The Beauty Benefits of Oil Pulling
April 7, 2013 by 20 Comments
Spring is in the air, and nothing says spring cleaning like “detox”. But this ain’t no juice cleanse, Gorgeous, this is an ancient ritual that will help clear your skin, whiten your teeth and does it all 100% toxic free. If you haven’t heard of oil pulling, at first read, you may think it sounds a bit far fetched. But, if I’ve learned anything in my twenty-some-odd years on this planet, it is that you should never knock it until {Read More}
Harsh Winter Got You Down? Save Your Skin with Salve!
December 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
One of my absolute favourite things on this earth is a good farmer’s market. At home, abroad, anywhere really, I just love them. While living in Paris, I would head to the farmer’s market even when I didn’t need any groceries… just to breathe the air and “sample”. Below are some shots from the Organic Paris farmers market on Rue de Raspail (this past spring) and the Bonden’s Market over the weekend (yes, that is a real reindeer). Natural Finds At {Read More}
Best Natural Headache Cure – Saje Peppermint Halo Essential Oil Roll-On
May 11, 2012 by 3 Comments
There is nothing pretty about headaches, that is for certain. Unfortunately, today I felt a “rager” coming on. I am not a fan of pain killers – or drugs in general – and I often go to great (and sometimes painful) lengths to avoid taking them. But when it comes to headaches, the lengths aren’t great or painful (phewf!). Faithfully, to my rescue, comes my trusty Saje Peppermint Halo roll-on. The oil is a wizard when it comes to easing {Read More}
How to Naturally Scent Your Home – The Dangers of Air Fresheners
May 4, 2012 by 9 Comments
Before I started this post, I made a promise to myself that I would not rant on for hours about the dangers of artificial air fresheners. I’m going to try my best to honor that. ;) Why Should I Avoid Febreeze, Body Shop & Glade? When it comes to artificial air fresheners – the sprays, the plug ins, the Febreeze, the “scented oils” from The Body Shop – the list of dangerous ingredients are endless. From the aerosols (increased cancer {Read More}
Are You Getting Your Greens? – Trophic Greens Supplement Review
April 30, 2012 by 2 Comments
While nothing beats getting your fresh greens, supplementing them when you’re on the go isn’t a bad idea. I’ve shopped around a lot and had a hard time finding a greens supplement that did not contain sweeteners, preservatives, wheat or yeast. Because of the “greeny” taste, many products come with some form of sweetener (watch out for that). I don’t mind the taste, since I usually add it to my green smoothie which has enough fruit to over power any {Read More}
Best Natural Anti-Acne & Anti-Aging Secret – Sugar Free Diet
April 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Sugar is bad. We all know it. It causes inflammation (which promotes both aging and disease), suppresses our immune system and our human growth hormone (the hormone that keeps us young). Not to mention, it also raises our insulin levels and promotes glycation (which essentially speeds up the aging process). It is one of the easiest culprits to target but one of the hardest additives to change in our diet; however, once you do, a world of difference in your {Read More}
Best Natural Cold Cure: Joy of the Mountains Oil of Oregano
March 2, 2012 by 4 Comments
When the seasons start changing I usually feel cold symptoms coming on. But they tend to stay at bay because of my love (and hate) of Oil of Oregano. This immune boosting miracle oil has prevented and healed sickness for me on numerous occasions. And the best part is that it is completely natural. What is Oil of Oregano Good For? Essentially Oil of Oregano discourages the growth of harmful microrganisms, parasites, and viruses. It also is great for candida, {Read More}
