Memorial Day Savings from La Isha!

Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman.

While the role of women in active combat is still a topic of hot debate in the U.S., women have an undeniable history in the military that spans over 400 years, traverses every continent on the planet and pervades a multitude of cultures.

This Memorial Day, La Ishá salutes today’s women in the military and the supportive women at home and behind the scenes, who, regardless of their political affiliation, continue to make sacrifices in the interest of protecting democracy and creating a better world for our children to inherit.

Go to http://la-isha.com/special-promotions and enter the code: "MEMORIAL2013" in the discount coupon box during checkout  and get 15% off all purchases over $70.

Offer good between Sunday May 19th and Monday May 27^th, 2013. 

 La Ishá Natural Skincare is the 1st all-natural skin care line dedicated exclusively to safe effective beauty for women 35 and over. Based on clinical grade essential oil therapy, our results-oriented formulations are certified cruelty-free, vegan and gluten-free.

• Made without synthetic preservatives, artificial colors or fragrances
• Free of all-known potential cancer-causing agents including parabens, phthalates, sulfates and petroleum derivatives
• Made with organic, cold-pressed therapeutic grade oils of maximum potency
• Never tested on animals
• Earth-friendly: packaged in recyclable containers
• Always made fresh to order, one small batch at a time for optimal results you can see!

Please note: this offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts, and excludes our Anti-Aging Skin Care Sampler. Offer good within the extended U.S. only. Shop early for best selection!

#memorialdaysale #natural skincare #safebeauty #laishanaturalskincare
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Fresh look easy home manicure - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Here’s a fresh, clean summer look that will also give your nails a chance to breathe between manicures.

After bathing, push back your cuticles with an orange stick, then buff your nails gently with a soft buffer board (one that is designed for natural nails and will lightly sand off any yellowing residual from wearing colored polish). Follow up with applying on a light coat of natural olive oil and massaging it into your nails and cuticles until absorbed. This is a beautiful summer look that never goes out of style and will give your nails a healthy, welcome breather from colored nail polishes!

#natural beauty #summer skincare #summer beauty #doityourself

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Olive Oil - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

Olive oil isn't just for cooking. It can be used to condition your cuticles, and applied to your skin as a moisturizer. Massage some into your hands and feet before bedtime; cover with cotton gloves/socks for the night. Your skin will be soft and smooth in the morning! #naturalbeauty #doityourselfbeauty #skincare

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Make A Fabulous Hair Conditioner - La Isha's Do It Yourself Summer Beauty Tip of the Day!

If your hair is becoming dry and brittle from being outdoors and getting extra sun, here's a simple yet effective beauty treatment you can do at home.

Apply a combination of coconut, almond, sesame and avocado oils to your hair once a week. Coat hair well, and cover with a warm towel or a shower cap. Leave on for 20 minutes for fabulous conditioning. Mix in some castor oil too, to help prevent hair loss.

Check back with us tomorrow for more summer beauty tips!
#summerbeauty #beautytips

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Are You Blushing Yet?

by Nicole Heckers for La Ishá Natural & Organic Skin Care

After decades of wearing makeup, believe it or not, I’ve just recently discovered the secret to instantly achieving a glowing, polished and finished look- blush.  The best products on the market will give the illusion of an elongated face while subtly highlighting the delicate cheekbone area.  Not to mention that with a light touch, you can create dimension and depth, all without looking like you’re wearing a ton of makeup. 

In my case, blush is now what lipstick was to me in the 90’s, or lipgloss in the 2000’s.  I find blush exciting partly because of how far it has progressed with its soft textures and easy-to-use formulas that have emerged.  There are of course creams and powders.  But we also have the best of both worlds- the cream to powder hybrid.  And let’s not forget the gel based stains and other stains which have evolved into the multi-purpose cheek and lip stain.

Whether you’re an old-pro at blush selection and application or a newbie who has recently discovered the benefits of this delightful product, here are a few tips to help you look your best, simply by adding blush to your makeup routine.

First off, it’s important to prep your skin.  The more exfoliated your skin, the easier it is to apply blush and avoid streakiness, splotchiness or the tendency of powder blush to crease.  The perfect solution to exfoliate the delicate skin on your face is our popular OrangeCoconut Skin Polish.  Fit for everyday use, the wonderful blend of sugar and decadent essential oils will awaken dry, dull skin, while providing the perfectly smooth canvas you’ll need before applying your makeup.

Color is also important.  Tap into your creative side and play around with color and layer different pigments.  A good rule for choosing color is to wear what you like and that you find you look good in.  Start with a light touch and then build in intensity based on the effect you’re trying to achieve.  If you have pale skin, you probably want to avoid hues with too much orange to prevent you from looking sallow.  If you have darker skin, make sure the blush you use has enough pigment to show up on your skin.  Look for a formulation that is buildable and richly pigmented.

Consider formulations that are finely milled (when you’re dealing with powder).  The fine texture will help you achieve a flawless, finished look.  This is an important consideration for women who are a little older.  A high quality, finely milled blush will help avoid the product settling into creases. 

Regardless of your age, (unless you’re a teenager), avoid products that are too glittery.  The effect you want to achieve is luminosity created by a soft and subtle shimmer.

If you have oily skin, you might want to consider a powder formulation.  Those with drier skin might want to experiment with a cream based blush.  Gels are fun to play around with regardless of your skin type but they can be a little harder to control.  To minimize this issue, again, make sure your skin is prepped and ready after you’ve exfoliated and moisturized.   Try our PomegranateMoisture Booster which adds that extra touch of hydration that thirsty skin needs.  And if you want your blush to last a full day, use foundation or a setting powder underneath. 

Make sure in terms of application that you blend, blend, blend!  Blush that is too obvious and streaky will just make you look clownish. There are many techniques regarding the placement of blush.  I love the makeup tutorials on YouTube by Goss Makeup Artist.  He advocates for alternatives to the traditional method of applying blush to the apples of the cheeks based on where you smile.  I highly recommend that you check it out!  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIYwe7OW5xQ

At the point where you’re finally ready to make your new purchase, test out the different shades.  If you’ve had a makeover at the makeup counter or you’ve been playing with and applying different colors at a place like Sephora, once you leave the store inspect your new look in different types of light.   You’ll get a better feeling for whether the color, texture and formulation is right for you or not.

Now that spring is here and summer is quickly approaching, it might be time to try out a new blush and experiment with the amazing selection of hues ranging from coral pink to deep berry.  It is remarkable how a little pop of color on your cheekbones can brighten a dull complexion to help you look dewy and radiant.  And when you look your best, this translates to helping you feel even more glowing, perfected and youthful on the inside. 

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care!  

Want to Get Rid of Cellulite?

Now that summer is just around the corner, you may have started trying on swimsuits, and are wondering what you can do about those mysterious dimpled bumps and lumps that have taken residence on your legs and rear end.

Cellulite, often referred to as “cottage cheese” skin, is an unattractive visual condition caused by fat cells globbing together in the dermis (the middle layer of the skin), and collectively pulling on the skin’s connective tissue. This creates a dimpled surface, and is most often seen on the derriere, thighs, and back of the legs. Getting rid of cellulite seems to be at the forefront of many women’s summer beauty issues.

While cellulite may be eliminated or greatly reduced through expensive surgical and laser procedures (be aware that traditional liposuction will not correct this condition), there are simple inexpensive things you can do at home to minimize and reduce its appearance, all by yourself!

                                 

Here are several suggestions:
• Brush your skin. If you are not familiar with skin brushing, now is a good time to acquaint yourself with this practice. Daily dry brushing with a loofa or natural plant fiber pad can stimulate a stagnant lymphatic system, increase blood flow, slough off dead cells and increase cellular growth and turnover rate. The best time to brush your skin is right before you bathe or shower. Be sure to follow up with a cool rinse to further tone your skin, and moisturize while your skin is still damp with an essential oil blend created specifically for the purpose of reducing cellulite.

• Stop smoking and cut down on your alcohol consumption. Detoxing your body can be enormously helpful to reducing cellulite. A product I like to use is the detox foot pads carried by many health food stores. These pads contain a combination of Chinese herbs and botanicals that help draw out toxins. I apply mine at night, and always feel better the next morning. You will need to wash your feet well afterwards, to get rid of the funky smell that accumulates on the pad, but it is well worth the extra few minutes added to your morning routine.

• Avoid yo-yo dieting. Frequent fluctuations in weight can stress the skin’s connective fibers and aggravate cellulite. Enough said.

• Some dietary supplements are thought to help repair trauma to the skin. Glucosamine is one nutrient that is often used in connection with cellulite treatments. Be sure to check with your naturopath to figure out the proper dosage for your body weight and type.

• Stay away from junk food! This includes processed foods, saturated fats, diet soda, synthetic preservatives and artificial anything. Too much salt or sugar in your diet can cause you to retain fluids in addition to creating a slew of other health-related problems further down the line.

• Embrace a healthy diet that includes plenty of greens, fresh fruit, veggies and organic protein. Try to stay away from produce that has been conventionally grown using toxic agricultural chemicals.

• Increase your water consumption. Drinking clean, filtered water stimulates the body’s metabolic processes and is a natural diuretic. Be sure to drink 2 glasses of water for each glass of caffeinated tea or coffee that you consume, to avoid dehydration.

• Last but not least, get out there and exercise! Exercise stimulates circulation, brain function, burns calories, and releases endorphins that make you feel alert and vibrant!

By incorporating these suggestions into a healthy lifestyle not only can you look and feel your best, but also improve your chances for cellulite-free skin, and help prevent the deterioration of your body’s connective tissues as you age.

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care!

La Isha Natural Skin Care's Mother's Day Anti-Aging Special!

Feeling responsible for the worry lines you gave Mom?

Erase them with La Ishá Natural Skin Care's Mother's Day Anti-Aging Special! 

 La Ishá Natural Skincare is the 1st all-natural skincare line dedicated exclusively to safe anti-aging for women 35 and over. Based on clinical grade essential oil therapy, our high-potency line is certified cruelty-free, vegan and gluten-free.

• Made without synthetic preservatives, artificial colors or fragrances
• Free of all-known potential cancer-causing agents including parabens, phthalates, sulfates and petroleum derivatives
• Made with organic, cold-pressed therapeutic grade oils of maximum potency
• Never tested on animals
• Earth-friendly: packaged in recyclable containers
• Always made fresh to order, one small batch at a time for optimal results you can see!

To Get Your Discount: Enter code "HELPMOM2013" in the discount coupon box during checkout and receive an unprecedented 15% off all orders over $70. 

Offer expires: May 13, 2013

Please note: this offer cannot be combined with any other special offers or discounts, and excludes our Anti-Aging Skin Care Sampler. Shop early for best selection!

This blog is brought to you by La Isha Natural Skin Care!