RETAILERS
WAL-MART
Wal-Mart carries a huge variety of products that support the Beauty Secrets lifestyle at very reasonable prices.
Wal-Mart Shopping List
Cosmetic bottles (located near the travel and trial sizes of grooming products)
Ultrasonic humidifier (check near the pharmacy)
Whole almonds (almonds out of the shell but with the brown skin on)
Dried dates, figs, and raisins
Olive oil
Grapeseed oil
Vinegar (pick up several varieties to experiment with for taste)
Organic green tea
Supplements: cinnamon and enteric-coated fish oil
Makeup brushes for natural mineral makeup
Aloe vera plant (buy two—one for kitchen and one for bath)
Aloe vera plant (buy two—one for kitchen N Coffee grinder to use with fresh flaxseeds
WHOLE FOODS MARKET®
If you’re planning a trip to your local market, stock up on these items:
Essential oils
Naturally scented candles
Meyenberg powdered goat’s milk
Coconut, almond, and olive oil
Pure fruit juices for extra antioxidants
Vinegars
In-season produce (pomegranates in fall and winter; figs in summer)
Mineral makeups and other natural beauty products
PACKAGING
These sites offer a wonderful selection and great discounts for beautifully packaging your homemade products:
Specialty Bottle
www.specialtybottle.com
Spoil yourself with gorgeous containers for all your cosmetics, at incredible prices. Buy extras to give to friends.
Uline
www.uline.com
I buy plastic bags from Uline that can be used for scented bath salts or food gifts (such as the Beauty Secrets Trail Mix).
WHOLESALE MATERIALS SUPPLIERS
There is a huge market for women who want to create their own natural cosmetics for personal and commercial use. These are two companies I’ve dealt with that are exceptional finds:
The Chemistry Store
www.chemistrystore.com
A supplier of Dead Sea salts, containers, and fun additives such as glitters to make fabulous gift sets. The prices are truly reasonable and this would make a great project for a ministry, Christmas gifts, or a home-based business.
Somerset Cosmetics Company
www.makingcosmetics.com
This company has been in business for years and is geared toward supplying wholesale materials for those wishing to create their own line of cosmetics. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own line of beauty care products, this company can supply elegant, professional materials that will make your finished products stand out. You can even sign up for a free newsletter with “recipes” and tips.
COSMETICS RESOURCES
GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY CONCERNS
Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
www.safecosmetics.org">
The Environmental Working Group
www.ewg.org
Provides an easy-to-use database of commercial products and potential toxins. You can search by product name or category, and also sign up for a monthly newsletter.
MINERAL POWDERS AND NATURAL COSMETICS
Emani
www.Emani.com
Michelle Doan, founder and artistic director, has an intuitive eye for color and her loose minerals are wonderful—free of preservatives, artificial fragrances, and irritating, pore-blocking ingredients.
Bare Escentuals
www.bareminerals.com
You’ve probably seen this line advertised on television or sold in stores. You can usually find a store near you to try the products before you buy. You can shop online or get information on finding a retailer near you on the website.
Jane Iredale
www.janeiredale.com
Jane Iredale mineral cosmetics are sold through spas and medical offices. For a location near you, or for more extensive information on mineral cosmetics, visit the website. I love her pressed mineral powder—it’s one of the few that does not contain talc. It’s great for women who are trying minerals for the first time.
Burt’s Bees
www.burtsbees.com
Burt’s Bees, a pioneer in natural body care, is launching a line of natural lipsticks and glosses. They are the best I’ve ever tried—never drying, long lasting, and beautifully tinted. You can find Burt’s Bees almost anywhere these days, from Whole Foods Market® to gift shops.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT
Dr. Don Colbert
www.drcolbert.com
Dr. Colbert helped pioneer the idea that the diet Jesus ate, now often referred to as a “Mediterranean” diet, is also the most effective strategy for creating good health and vitality. The author of dozens of books, including the bestseller What Would Jesus Eat ? with an accompanying cookbook, you can find more information about his work and ministry at his website.
Dr. Carrie Carter
www.carteronhealth.com
Carrie Carter, M.D., F.A.A.P, has been a board-certified primary care physician for over sixteen years. Dr. Carter provides medically sound information about women’s health issues, including disease prevention, nutrition, and menopause. Her engaging and understandable woman-to-woman style makes her a practical resource you’ll turn to frequently—just as you’d turn to a trusted friend for help.
Pure Fruit Technologies
www.purefruittechnologies.com
Dr. Wayne Geilman is the technical director for this company, which specializes in exotic juices that pack a powerful punch of antioxidants. I use their Goji-Zen and Mango-Xan juices to make sure I get plenty of antioxidants each day.
Spectrum Organics
www.spectrumorganics.com
Spectrum offers a wide variety of cooking oils, salad dressings, and nutritional supplements. I use their organic coconut oil for body and hair care, and recommend their organic olive oil and apple cider vinegar as well. Spectrum is usually available in the health foods section of your local grocery store.
Dr. Andrew Weil
www.drweil.com
Dr. Weil is a respected doctor who has created a wealth of resources for those seeking more natural solutions to healthy living. You can find more information about his work, including Weil Supplements, on his website. I use his brand of supplements, which includes evening primrose and fish oils, and feel very confident that the supplements are manufactured correctly and offer a good value.
SKIN AND BODY CARE
Kimberly Sayer
www.kimberlysayer.com
Kimberly Sayer is an organic chemist with an advanced expertise in selecting her harvest for her products. They are pre served with a natural preservative system, not parabens. I am in love with her cleanser and lavender toner. They smell divine.
Christopher Watt
www.christopherwatt.com
Spa expert and facialist to the stars, Christopher also offers his expertise to everyone—check out his website for great ideas and recipes. If you’re ever in West Hollywood, treat yourself to a visit at his luxurious spa.
Jackson-Mitchell’s Meyenberg Goat Milk Products
www.meyenberg.com
I buy my powdered goat’s milk from Meyenberg Milk and love it. It’s inexpensive when you consider that a can will last for about six to eight weeks when part of a beauty regimen. I find it at my local Whole Foods Market®, but you can also ask your grocery store manager to order it, or buy it online.
Max Green Alchemy
www.maxgreenalchemy.com
Max Green offers a number of natural products for hair and body care. Their shampoo and conditioner are so refreshing; I swish my hair throughout the day just to breathe in the sweet aroma of rosemary and herbs.
Motherlove Herbal Company
www.motherlove.com
Founded by Kathryn Higgins, this company is primarily for nursing and new moms. I was shocked to discover that my baby’s diaper cream contained parabens. Motherlove produces a wonderful, paraben-free diaper cream.
Aubrey Organics
www.aubrey-organics.com
Aubrey is a market leader in organic skin and body care.Aubrey also has a line of natural perfumes.
Zia Natural Skincare
www.zianatural.com
Zia is responding proactively to the paraben issue and introducing more products that are paraben-free. I love two products in particular: The Ultimate “C” Serum and the Deep Moisture Repair Serum.
SeaOra Mineral Skin Care
www.SeaOra.com
SeaOra® offers products from the Dead Sea. It’s hard to find a company that sells 100% Dead Sea Mud, and SeaOra does. I love the fact that they list ingredients for every product, so that consumers can make an informed choice.
ESSENTIAL OILS AND CANDLES
Aroma Rx
www.Aromarx.com
Michele Williams, RPh, founder and president, offers hundreds of oils and blends. She also is the author of Only the Essentials, a no-nonsense guide to understanding and employing aromatherapy in your life.
Aura Cacia
www.auracacia.com
Aura Cacia is available at most Whole Foods Markets® and provides essential oils and body oils such as almond oil, apricot kernel oil, and sesame oil.
Aroma Naturals Candles
www.aromanaturals.com
This candle company uses essential oils in their lovely candles and uses frankincense, blended with lavender or patchouli, in two popular scents. I’ve found these candles to be long lasting and to have wonderful, fresh fragrances.
STRENGTH TRAINING
These sites give you great information from trusted sources:
www.joycevedral.com
www.drpeeke.com
www.bodyforlife.com
CHARITABLE GIVING—HUNGER RELIEF
Check www.charitywatch.org for ratings of charities to find out how much of your money actually goes to feeding the needy. All of these charities had high ratings as of June 2006:
Bread for the World
www.bread.org
Action Against Hunger
www.actionagainsthunger.org
Food for Survival
www.foodforsurvival.org
Freedom From Hunger
www.freefromhunger.org/about
The Hunger Project
www.thp.org
CHARITABLE GIVING—HUNGER RELIEF AND CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
Samaritan’s Purse
www.samaritanspurse.org
Samaritan’s Purse is a charitable organization with an emphasis on programs that provide food and emergency relief to children around the world. Request their Gifts of Hope catalog for your Christmas shopping!
Feed The Hungry
www.feedthehungry.org
Feed the Hungry distributes food all over the world, using local networks of churches and pastors so that those in need are fed physically and spiritually.