​Herbs & heart are an Australian artisan organic skincare company.  They create stunning natural eco luxe products.  They are one of my top natural brands, if not at the top! Check out my review for their mud mask, which is my favourite mud mask by the way! 
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As soon as you hold the bottles of lotions and elixirs in your hand and apply them to your skin you’ll see why I rate their products so highly.  The packaging is eco-friendly, made with glass and are recycable.  I also love their presentation with their stylish black and rose gold labels.  All ingredients are ethically Australian sourced and vegan. 

There’s just a special touch of magic when using these products, it’s easy to tell that they have been created with the very best intentions for our health and beauty.  I love the healthy ingredients and the uniqueness of some of the more exotic ingredients.   

​I would describe their products as ethically elegant with a touch of hippy. 

Herbs & Heart realise the importance of green ingredients for our skin and have created a two-step skincare routine using naturally sourced green foods to nourish and protect our face.
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Elixir - Anti-oxidant rich serum + make-up primer 
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This exotic elixir is absolutely stunning, the jasmine extract makes this magical elixir smell so divine and luxurious. Jasmine actually helps to even out skin tone and heal skin, it has so many amazing beauty properties, on top of smelling so heavenly.  Another key ingredient is green coffee bean, a powerful antioxidant which helps to soothe puffy eyes and under eye dark circles, which is exactly what I have been looking for in a product.  This particular type of  coffee bean contains the wrinkle stopping amino acid GABA (gamma-Aminobutyric acid).

This elixir definintely does what it states, it manages to reduce puffiness  and and I can use it close to my eyes without feeling any irritation.   I have very sensitive eyes, so this is how I know a natural product is truly 100 percent pure, when my eyes don't sting!
 
It can be worn under make-up as a primer and I’ve noticed this really helps my foundation glide on more smoothly and look more natural, particularly my under eye concealer.
 
Also contains the rich natural fatty acids from avocados which give skin a naturally plumping and toned feeling and an overall feeling of regeneration.  It even contains tiny gold mica to make skin look even more radiant, just dab it on all over your face, it sinks in nicely and you only need a tiny bit.  
 
This elixir not only makes my skin feel so soft, but it makes me feel like I’m in an exotic beauty salon in the tropics, I feel like it is healing my skin every time I apply it and the beautiful soft incense scent lifts me away to another place.
 

Aloe whip - skin repairing moisturising cream 

This ultimate moisturiser is the perfect creamy conisistancy I want in a moisturiser without the heaviness.  It feel like a lightly whipped cream of silky lusciousness.

​It contains camellia (tea seed oil), which has been a beauty secret of the Japanese, used for centuries in Japan by geishas, it is high in oleic acid and squalene, which help to keep skin feeling supple and young, softening fine lines and wrinkles.  This is what I love about these products, the ingredients are so unique and different to other every day lotions.
 
Also contains oats which help to form a barrier on skin to seal in moisture allowing the other ingredients to do their magic!  it's a very soothing and calming ingredient for skin and helps to undo UV damage.  
 
The aloe is another powerhouse ingredient packed with vitamins and mineral to help your skin breathe and hydrate at the same time.  Aloe vera contains Giberellin which stimulates the growth of new cells.  Aloe is just one of of my favourite ingredients of all time, it's so soothing and healing.

The scent is light and natural with a hint of vanilla.    It glides on effortlessly and doesn't leave any residue. Using this with the elixir is a perfect combination to helping keep my skin look naturally smooth and moisturised.

As you can tell, I am a huge fan of Herbs & Heart.   Their products are ethical, cruelty free, completely natural and just make my skin feel amazing :)    

Available at Herbs & Heart.

​Botani, a 100 percent botanically based organic skincare range using olive derived plant extracts including their signature ingredient olive squalene.  Formulated in Melbourne by the founder of Botani by herbalist and naturopath Barbara Filokostas.  

I’ve been using Botani products for quite a while and the reason I stick with them is because they feel so fresh, clean and  pure, but they still work.   I would recommend Botani products to anyone who has very sensitive skin, everyone in the family can use Botani without fear of any skin reactions.     

Botani also use modern science to test the performance and safety of their products,  combined with using all natural skincare, this is a perfect combination for modern natural skincare.  
  
They use a blend of potent superfoods, herbal extracts and Australian native plants and are of course vegan and cruelty free. 

For our followers there is a unique discount code where you can get 10% off your purchase!   
Use the following code Beauty2018 at check-out at Botani.

​PhytoBody Wash 

​This is truly a beautiful body wash, it is so gentle that even those with serious skin conditions can use it, such as those with psoriasis, and those who are undergoing chemotherapy.

The formula is gel based and it lathers up nicely, enough to be able to shave your legs and underarms with confidence, no nicks or grazes.   It contains moringa protein, which is loaded with amazing antioxidants, it's high in vitamin A (retinol) which is one of the best anti-ageing ingredients, along with olive squalene.  

It also contains anti-bacterial Lemon Myrtle and Orange Peel Oil and Chamomile and Calendula to soothe skin. This also gives it an amazingly fresh, soft and clean scent.  

It is multipurpose,   it's great economically and for the environment as it can also be used as shaving gel , shampoo or bubble bath.

​​Purify facial cleanser

This is a really nice, simple and gentle gel based cleanser.  It balances skin without using any harsh ingredients, just pure ingredients from nature.   This wins hands down over any chemical facial cleanser around today and many other natural cleansers, especially for balancing skin.    It improves skin tone and keeps acne at bay.   It feels so refreshing and beautiful, it removes make-up easily (which I wear every day).

It contains the nourishing calendula and French lavender and Australian lemon scented tea tree oil.   
 
Suitable for all skin types, from dry to oily, I have combination skin and felt as though it left my skin feeling really soft and smooth.    
 

Olive skin serum

I have been using this delicate olive skin serum daily, it contains the skin saving ingredient olive squalene, which resembles the built in moisturiser in our skin.   Squalene decresases as we age, this is why this amazing little ingredient is so important in our  skin care routine.      

​This serum is non-greasy and really seems to just melt into my skin very quickly, so can also be used in the morning before applying make-up.

It seals moisture into skin for 24 hours, so even if you just apply once in the morning you’re obtaining some amazing anti aging benefits without too much effort!   

The organic Mediterranean olives used in this serum are from their heartland in Greece.  The extract from the olive pip is a skin-biocompatible ingredient which is almost identical to the squalene in human skin.  It treats skin conditions, such as Eczema, Psoriasis & Rosacea.

What is great about this serum is that although  it is an oil,  it doesn’t feel oily, so it’s fantastic for every skin type, even oily skin.  It has a subtle light lemony scent.   

I also love the amber bottle. 

Botani is a beautiful organic and natural skin care range,  when I use it I feel like I'm really taking care of my skin the right way.    I get a very forest fresh feeling when I use it.    Because all of the ingredients are so safe, I would recommend this range to people of all ages,  especially those with extra sensitive skin who have trouble finding effective, but gentle skin care.

​Available at Botani. Remember to use this unique discount code Beauty2018 at check-out to receive 10% off! ​

Premium skincare artisans, Herbs & Heart, have created a stunning line of natural skin care products, which are made purely from organic fruit and plant extracts and natural botanicals.  I have been using their Face Mud, a nutrient rich cleansing mask, it smells sooooooo amazing, good enough to eat and the ingredients are so pure you probably could! ​

​I love this mask!, it’s so different and unique to other masks I’ve tried. The Face Mud is blended with 3 main ingredients, which are manuka honey, orange peel and sandalwood.   Manuka honey is a top ingredient of mine, it's derived from the Manuka bush found in New Zealand, it's soothing and healing and helps to promote the structural integrity of collagen in skin cells, healthy collagen is what we want more of as we start to age!

Orange peel is a natural astringent, high in vitamin C which prevents oxidative stress in skin cells, it helps to cleanse and renew skin.  It detoxifies and exfoliates. 

Sandalwood evens out skin tone and brings out a natural radiance, it actually has special properties to relieve skin of prickly heat, which is inflammation of the skin in hot weather.   Sandalwood gently takes care of skin, leaving it feelings soft and smooth, it is one of my favourites, I actually wear sandalwood every day as a scented oil, I love it that much. 

​With this mask, you mix it up with a bit of water so it turns into a paste, apply all over face and wash off after a few minutes, it is a  combination between a cleanser, scrub and a mask, so your getting 3 in the 1 product.  Honestly, it feels amazing.

It has a cooling action to it and makes me feel very calm, maybe that’s the sandalwood coming through with it’s relaxation properties.    

​So far, I’d say this is my favourite mud mask, my face feels soft and radiant and I feel like I'm putting so much healthy goodness into my skin.    I am heavily into herbal remedies and feel that this company have really tapped into using the right herbs to help with healing skin.   The ingredients are full of B vitamins and vitamin C.     It also contains walnut shell powder which helps with the exfolation.

Other ingredients include coconut oil, dead sea salt, aloe leaf, apricot kernel oil, rosemary oil, cinnamon bark extract, thyme, lavender extract, citrus lemon peel and  mentha leaf extract.   It's no wonder this smells so divine. 

​Herbs & Heart are proudly cruelty-free, vegan and use only ethically sourced ingredients in their fully recyclable range of products.  Australian made and absolutely no nasty ingredients.  I love the glass jar this comes in, I always prefer products in glass jars.  I can't wait to try their other products.  

Available at Herbs & Heart.
 

CameLife is a premium natural skincare line which contains camel milk.  These products really had me very curious as to how well camel milk works in skincare and what the difference is between this and other skincare.   

I have been very pleasantly surprised.  These are very effective products at keeping my skin looking and feeling super hydrated and they also smell heavenly.  Camel milk contains vitamin C, fatty acids and protective proteins which help to counter-act ageing and keep skin looking firm and healthy.   If you haven't tried it before I think you will also be surprised at how well it works.  

I tried two products from the range - ​

Restorative Night Cream

​This anti-ageing night cream with it’s unique formula of camel milk, natural skin saving oils such as jojoba, argan, avocado oils and shea butter offer a lovely and hydrating cream which targets fine lines and wrinkles .

It also contains vitamin c, iron and natural alpha hydroxyl and omega fatty acids. This unique blend helps to repair damaged skin as well as helping to keep it looking firm.    ​

I found these products to feel very luxurious, effective in keeping my skin looking and feeling amazing.   Very soothing, as it also contains aloe. 

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CameLife is the first brand to be launched by The Australian Camel Milk Company.  I found the products to feel quite luxurious and effective at keeping my skin feeling youthful.

​Available at CameLife.

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I am fascinated by these products from Sonia Orts Botanical Alchemy. Using only natural and organic ingredients alongside ancient tools, precious stones and phases of the moon, this skincare system is unlike any other I have tried. They also make my skin feel unbelievably smooth.  

According to the ancient Spaniards, the world was composed of four basic elements, earth, fire, water and air. These energy forces manifested and sustained psychical life in the universe.  The human body was also governed by these elements.    

Sonia Orts Botanicial Alchemy have harnessed these energies and created with loving care this rather mystical and powerful skincare line.

The alchemic facial protocol is a four step skincare system created to support the body’s natural rhythm while refining skin and balancing the mind using natural elemental energies.

I have always believed that the mind and body are connected and feel we should try to stay as connected to the earth as possible, even with our beauty products.    All are completely organic and natural. 

​Purifying Powdered Radiance Mask (fire)

​This stunning crushed pink mask contains zeolite mineral, a master of detoxification which draws out toxins and heals skin and pale pink Australian clay, which is soothing and helps to brighten pores and protect against skin pollution, it also helps to draw out nasties.

Also containing the antioxidant properties of delicate rose petals, which provides soothing and cooling relief to irritated skin.

Sambuccus Nigra (elderbery) extract is another ingredient, which I drink for it’s antioxidant benefits, so to see this in skincare is an added plus!
 
Fucus Vesiculosus is another ingredient, which is a seaweed also known as bladderwrack.  I drink this seaweed in my smoothies, as it is one of the best seaweeds for health and now it’s in my skincare!  it improves elasticity and is an amazing ingredient.

Contains Kaolin clay, Quartz and Iron to make this a stunning and calming mask, it really does make my skin feel radiant.

​​Aqua Serum Elixir (water)

I can hardly find the right words to describe this outstanding elixir!  It contains the fragrant, relaxing and toning properties of organic rose hydrosol.

Indigo Naturalis extract is what gives this it’s stunning natural blue colour. A plant used by herbalists to treat inflammation, treatment for skin disorders such as psoriasis and eczema.  It’s actually been used in China for centuries to treat skin ailments.   Once again I’m stunned at seeing this wonderful ingredient in my skincare!
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The elixir contains the following  Alchemical Gems:  Aqua aura, this is quartz that is gold-infused, becoming an alchemical crystal! Physically Aqua Aura is reputed to help with stress-related illness and immune system issues helping you build a strong protective skin barrier.   The synergy of the quartz and gold combine to bring about a new crystal of intense energy and power.  Tanzine aura - a high vibration crystal which regulates pineal glands and hormonal balance. 

Blue Sapphire, one of my favourite gems- releases mental tension and unwanted thoughts.  ​

​Featuring the botanical extracts such as sacred lotus, iris and gingko biloba. A silky smooth serum to be used at night time, it is moisturising, non-oily and helps to renew skin. It is anti-ageing and improves firmness and elasticity.    

I love this serum!   I like how it's non oily, but still manages to keep my skin feeling intensely hydrated.  Straight after application my skin feels tingly and then so smooth and soft.  

Whipped Hydrating Cream (air)

This whipped cream is one of the most beautiful creams I have ever experienced. The texture of the cream is so creamy and soft.

Abyssinian seed oil is a feature ingredient, it's a natural seed oil that comes from the mustard plant. A very unique ingredient as it has a structure unlike any other oil, is highly resistant to oxidation and contains omega 6 and 3.

Sweet almond, aloe vera, carrot infused oil and blackcurrent seed oil are also contained in this deeply moisturing cream.

​Also contaning Sonia Orts own alchemic natural scented essence which features myrrh and frankincense.   No wonder this luscious cream smells so heavenly.    To be used in the mornings to keep skin hydrated during the day.

If this were the only skincare range I could use I would be happy with this.    I love the care and wisdom which is behind these natural beauty products.   From the earthy ingredients, to the glass jars and labels with the elemental symbols and the overall ancient wisdom behind these products.   

I also like how using these products helps me to slow down and enjoy the experience, mixing the powders up and creating a nice little ritual for myself.   This is what natural beauty is all about.  

​Available at Sonia Orts Botanical Alchemy.

No Pong deodorant paste, I love this natural deodorant. I’ve been using original No Pong for quite a while and now that they have come out with the new bicarbonate free No Pong, I'm even more impressed.

This new bicarb free deodorant is designed for people who are sensitive to bicarbonate in deodorants.  This is also low fragrance, so  it's really great for those with super sensitive skin.

A few of the reasons I love this deodorant are - It doesn’t sting after shaving. It lasts all day long, through an enormous amount of racing around at work and all the way through to yoga class in the evening.   I even think it would last longer than that, but I haven’t tested an all nighter yet!  It also doesn’t stain my clothes.  I've been wearing it heading into this hot Gold Coast weather, have worn it for a swim in the ocean and it's kept me dry, No Pong is also water resistant!

One of the key ingredients to keep your pits dry in the bicarb free formula is diatomaceous earth and it really works!   Diatomaceous earth is almost perfectly pH neutral, meaning it won't irritate skin that is sensitive to acidic or alkaline levels. It also has odour eliminating properties, I can vouch for that!

The main reason I stopped using mainstream deodorants was because of the extremely toxic ingredients such as mercury, which has been linked to alzheimers disease and parabens, which have been linked to breast cancer. Not to mention a few other dangerous ingredients - PEG 20, propylene glycol and triclosan. This is also very important for pregnant and breast feeding mothers, as these toxins are passed through into the bloodstream, into the breastmilk and to the baby.    

The founders of No Pong, Chris Caley and Melanie McVean have spent a lot of time researching and developing, what I think is the perfect natural deodorant.   You can read more in my interview with them here.

I love the packaging, it’s a cool looking recyclable tin.  The paste is easy to apply, just a small dot on fingers and it smooths onto skin easily.   

Here are the full ingredients, as you can see, all completely natural, certified organic and good for you - 

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Magnesium Hydroxide, Diatomaceous Earth, Beeswax, a reduced concentration of fresh, gender neutral, proprietary blend of 100% pure, certified organic essential oils consisting of Orange Sweet, Vanilla, Lemongrass, Cedarwood Atlas, Bergamot, Lime, Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, and Geranium.

Proudly Australian made and suitable for all members of the family.  It allows skin to breathe and sweat naturally, at the same time keeping you smelling sweet.

No Pong is available online.
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Enbacci Skincare are an international skincare brand from Melbourne. Their lovely and effective products use fruit stem cells to improve skin growth and regeneration. Skin stem cells are found in the epidermal layer of skin, ultraviolet radiation affects the ability of skin stem cells to regenerate skin, this is where Enbacci comes in to save the day (or your skin), by utilising fruit stem cells to counteract the skins ageing process.

The 3 step Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating system use grape stem cells.  The grape stem cells are extracted from a cultivated grape of the Gamay family (the type used in red wine), sourced in France. This variety of grape was selected, as they are very high in anthocyanin, which are powerful antioxidants and free radical scavengers.    

Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating Gel Cleanser

The Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating Gel Cleanser is a gentle and mild cleanser which effectively removed the oil from my skin, leaving it feeling squeaky clean.   I use cleansers twice a day and was pleased with the balance it gave to my combination skin.  It also smells very refreshing.    

Containing camelia flower (green tea), which is full of antioxidants and also contains nourishing moisturising properties.   Apparently it was a secret beauty ingredient of the Geishas!  
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Also containing the wonderfully healing aloe vera plant and grape stem cells.

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Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating Essence 

I love the scent of this essence, it uses a fine mist dispenser to disperse the essence and to me it smells like fresh cucumbers, which I love.   I don't think it contains this ingredient, maybe it's the green tea which makes it smell so good, but I love it, it's so cool and refreshing.

A natural astringent, which is alcohol free.   It tones and balances skin.  It left my skin feeling very smooth.  I just sprayed in on and let it sink in.  It helped to remove impurities and minimise the appearance of lines.  It kept my skin from looking and feeling tired.  It  also preps skin for better absorption of the Enbacci creme.

Containing witch hazel (one of my favourite natural astringents), soothing aloe and green tea leaf extract and grape stem cells.

​Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating Essential Crème

This creme rehydrates and replenishes skin.   The consistency is nice and light, but very effective in moisturising my skin.  I don't really like thick facial moisturisers, so this one is perfect for me. It's oil free and glides on smoothly. 

Containing aloe and green tea and grape stem cells.  Also full of vitamin C to promote collagen. 

It left my skin feeling silky smooth and smelling like a dream. 

Clean & Pure lip balms are exactly as they say, clean and pure. They are beautifully nourishing and are 100 percent natural.
 
It can be hard to find a lip blam which is completely natural, but still keeps lips soft and hydrated.    The problem with most commercial lip balms is they can contain some very nasty ingredients. I for one don’t want to be placing these toxins on my lips and ingesting them, especially when there are wonderful alternatives like Clean & Pure, which contain only natural and unprocessed Australian ingredients.   These natural ingredients are also alot more effective as they contain skin-loving enzymes, antioxidants and vitamins.
 
The founders of Clean & Pure, Mark and Melanie Chapman, created their range of natural products after Melanie experienced excema, so they set out to find healthy alternatives.  After using only natural and pure ingredients on herself, the excema disappeared.     

All lip balms in the range contain 6 ingredients or less and are made locally in Queensland. 

The current range includes -   Vanilla, Pawpaw, Manuka Honey, Tinted Rose, Peppermint and Cocoa Butter.

Clean & Pure Manuka Honey Lip Balm
 
Manuka honey is renowned for it’s healing qualities. When I’m feeling under the weather I put manuka honey in my tea. It's a natural antiseptic and is wonderful at healing dry lips.    

This lip balm combines manuka honey with beeswax, olive oil and vitamin E.   It’s very nourishing to dry skin and helps to heal.  The extra virgin olive oil is derived from the first press of the olive and makes it ultra hydrating.

Full ingredients are - 

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Manuka Bees Wax
• Manuka Honey
• Vitamin E Oil

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I'm very happy I've come across these lip balms.  I found them to be smooth and long lasting and the ingredients are of a high quality, I know I'm doing my lips a favour.

They also taste delicious and are very affordable.

​Available at Clean & Pure.

Dr. Bronner's soaps are hands down some of the best natural soaps I have used. ​ What I love is how much they lather up without using any sulphates or foaming agents. They don't irritate my skin at all and they smell so lovely.  They are also amazingly affordable!

Pioneers in the natural product industry, Dr. Bronner's are a family owned and run business, spanning over 5 generations which can be traced back to german-jewish origins since 1858!

Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap - Cherry Blossom

I love the sweet scent of this Cherry Blossom soap, it reminds of a cherry lipgloss I had as a teenager, but more natural and soft.

It lathers up so well, I use it for shaving my legs and underarms.   I use it to cleanse all over, including my face.  It leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth and without any irritation, ever!    



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Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap - Sandalwood Jasmine

Sandalwood is another favourite scent of mine, I wear the oil as a perfume, so I was so happy to try this soap. The woodsy scent of sandalwood combined with a hint of fresh Jasmine is very calming.   I like to use this at the end of the day to wind down and Cherry Blossom to start off my morning.

This soap has the same amazing soft lather.   I only need to use a tiny bit too, these bottle are going to last me for a long time. Non-irritating to sensitive skin, my sister also tried this, she has super sensitive skin and struggles to find soaps which don't irritate, including other natural soaps.   She was very happy to discover how gentle these soaps are.

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I love everything about the Dr. Bronners range.  I like the ethical nature of the company.  The soaps cleanse thoroughly, but are also gentle on skin.  I love the very cool vintage style packaging.  I can safely recommend these soaps to everyone,  knowing that they will experience top quality products which are good for skin, health and the environment.  Ingredients are pure, natural and certified organic.

Available at online and at selected outlets.   

Are you yet to find the perfect hair brush which detangles hair easily and gets rid of knots without hurting your head? You can stop looking now because this miracle brush, made by Dessata, will solve all of your detangling problems, at the same time giving you healthy hair.

​The Dessata MAXI detangling brush has 440 triple length bristles.   It's ergonomic design allows me to grip it well and have better control.   It doesn't make my hair static, which seems to happen a lot when I use other brushes.   

I wash my hair every day (yes I know you're not meant to, but I do), so I need a brush which glides through wet hair easily and helps me to get ready in a hurry, leaving my hair free of knots and looking shiny.  I also don't need to use a detangling spray product in my hair when I use this brush.  

The bristles have a massage effect on my scalp, which feels great and it also helps to stimulate hair and help keep it healthy.

This brush is fantastic for childrens hair, as some kids hate having their hair brushed because it hurts so much, this brush could help to overcome this, as it doesn't pull and tug at their head.

It also comes in a mini version, which would be great for my hand bag!

After experiencing this detangling brush, I can't believe that I've been putting up with my other painful brushes for so long!   

Great for all hair types, curly, straight and unruly hair.   My hair is usually straight and I think it keeps it looking very slick and silky.  

Available in an array of funky colours at Dessatta.