During the winter, I find it a little easier to let my leg hair get long enough for a wax. The problem with removing hair with the drugstore products (and even spa products, for that matter) is that they often contain toxic ingredients. Everything from chemicals that literally dissolve your hair, to the chemicals in that foamy shaving cream. And waxing, well wax often contains mineral oil, parabens, artificial fragrance compounds, butylated hydroxyanisole (BHT) and artificial colours. Needless to say, {Read More}
Natural Hair Removal & Silky Skin: BodyHonee, Matarrania & C&Co Naturals Reviews
January 19, 2014 by 8 Comments
Breakfast that makes your skin glow? Get the Earthsprout App!!
January 12, 2014 by 2 Comments
If this is the first you’ve heard of Earthsprout, you can thank me later. ;-) Earthsprout is one of my “religious” blogs. “Religious”, meaning I go to it on the weekly for raw food inspiration, eats and treats. Earthsprout is the brainchild of Sweden-based organic farmer, raw food / health coach and green gourmet chef, Elenore Bendel Zahn. While never having met her, I can tell through her words she is as beautiful on the inside as she is on {Read More}
Cleanse like a Queen with May Lindstrom: The Clean Dirt & The Honey Mud Review
January 8, 2014 by 16 Comments
Today my post is for the natural beauties that live for luxury. It is for those that love the packaging, the efficacy and the rituals of products from the “Crème de la Mer’s” of the beauty world, but would like to do without the chemicals. When it comes to luxury and efficacy in skincare these days, no one seems to do it better than May Lindstrom. May and her products are recreating the way us women think about skincare. Why {Read More}
The Holiday Party Look: “Done Up, Naturally”
December 24, 2013 by 8 Comments
It’s at this time of year that we are looking for the perfect colours and products to compliment our pretty party dresses. Since being back home, I’ve found a selection of products that have been perfect for creating a fresh and natural holiday look. The great thing about this combination is that it can easily transition from a brunch to an evening dinner or party since all the products are buildable. I hope you enjoy my holiday picks! Merry Christmas, {Read More}
The Top 5 Natural Perfumes: Natural “Perfume” for Every Beauty
December 22, 2013 by 32 Comments
Move over Chanel No. 5, there are some new (non-toxic) girls in town! Look it up on the Environmental Working Group’s Cosmetics Database, and you’ll quickly see why artificial fragrance should be kicked out of your beauty routine! Not only is it bad for the environment (all products with fragrance are – everything from conventional laundry detergent, to shampoo and soap), fragrance is also found to be a known human immune toxicant & irritant. Further, conventional fragrances (perfumes) also contain {Read More}
The Ultimate Natural Beauty Gift Guide
December 16, 2013 by 13 Comments
With the holidays rolling right around the corner, I figured I would follow up on last year’s holiday post and create another “ultimate gift guide” for the natural beauties in your life. This year, I’ve done things a little differently and separated them into categories, so you will find perfect little gifts for everyone. I hope you (and the lucky receiver) enjoys! Perfect Presents for the Subscription Lover We all have those friends that love subscribing – not only are {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}
The Best Vegan & Raw Chocolate Pudding. Ever.
December 1, 2013 by 12 Comments
I realize I haven’t been posting many recipes as of late…and I really can’t come up with a good reason as to why. So I thought, with this fine December day, and us heading into holiday season, there is no time like the present to post on some alternatives for the sugar-laden foods we tend to find ourselves around throughout December. If you catch yourself needing a sweet (and chocolately) treat, look no further than this glorious pudding recipe. The {Read More}
Navigating the Beauty Aisle Just Got A Whole Lot Easier: An App that Helps You Shop for Greener Beauty
November 23, 2013 by 6 Comments
It is no secret that the Environmental Working Group has become an instrumental resource for us Green Beauty Bloggers. It’s a resource for ingredients and products alike that help us, help you navigate ingredient lists. While us bloggers are also telling you about efficacy and how we love certain products, this little app is going to change the way you shop daily. It will make you more aware of what’s really in your products – right while you’re in the {Read More}
My Evening Routine + Loads of LPN’s Evening Product Faves
November 9, 2013 by 24 Comments
Don’t forget to comment on the bottom of the post, and let me know what helps keep you grounded at the end of your day. Which natural goodies can you not live without? xx A little while ago I received a very sweet email from a special LPN reader who asked me about my evening routine. She wondered this after reading my morning routine in a previous post earlier this year – check that out here. I live the average person’s {Read More}
What Kind of Natural Beauty Are You? Take LPN’s Quiz!
October 29, 2013 by 2 Comments
Hi Beauties! It’s be a while since we’ve really chatted, and I want to know more about you! Take a few moments complete the natural beauty quiz (it’s only 9 wee little questions) and gives you a little summary of where you are and…a coupon code :-) x K Powered by Interact
Living Pretty, Naturally: The 2013 Man-Fave Edition – Natural Products for Men
October 27, 2013 by 11 Comments
As a natural beauty blogger it is next to impossible to live with someone you care about dearly and watch them use chemically-ridden products… and for an outspoken gal like me, I admit it is – and was – impossible. Over the past few years I have been slowly (and maybe somewhat sneakily) replacing the bf’s products with natural ones. He’s now 100% natural when it comes to personal care products (with the exception of cologne, which he refuses to {Read More}
The Best {Natural} Face Serums of 2013: LPN’s Picks
October 14, 2013 by 32 Comments
After last week’s feature on the best facial oils of 2013, I promised a follow-up post on best in facial serums. After months of testing, I give you LPN’s definitive guide to the best in natural (and organic) serums for face. These were selected much along the same lines as my facial oils, with a few deviations: Quality and purity of ingredients Quality of processing / extraction Star ingredients Effects on my skin over 3 – 4 weeks of use Sourced from {Read More}
The Best {Natural} Facial Oils of 2013: LPN’s Picks
September 28, 2013 by 45 Comments
After much anticipation (and just in time for a crisp and chilly winter), it’s here… Living Pretty, Naturally’s official 2013 Best in Facial Oils Feature. It took months upon months of researching and testing, but I’ve nailed it down to the Top 7 Facial oils for daily use. Take the guessing out of your next online shop and get the details on these high quality anti-aging, anti-wrinkle, anti-redness, anti-blemish, antioxidant miracle oils. In my (humble) opinion, these beauties are the {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}
