New Skin Care Articles on Beauty by the Batch

Have you checked out the Personal Care Article section on Beauty by the Batch recently? We’ve added some great new articles for you to check out. Beauty by the Batch features an extensive library stocked with informational articles on skin care, hair care, natural beauty, and green living. While you are there, be sure to visit the Artisan Directory, showcasing top quality personal care artisans.

Getting that Glow: An Expectant Mother’s Guide to Safe Skin Care

We’ve all heard about the pregnancy glow, that ethereal brightness moms-to-be exude. In many cases, it’s true that a mommy-to-be’s skin will benefit from the unique mix of hormones and prenatal vitamins that change the basic chemistry of the body.

Unfortunately, this luminous complexion isn’t a guarantee. In fact, many women find themselves spending their 40 weeks of pregnancy battling a myriad of skin conditions (including those that they may never have faced before). Acne and melasma (also known as the mask of pregnancy) are two of the most common, but bumps, rashes and general discolorations can also pop up… >>Continue Reading

Natural Hair Removal

It happens every spring: as the barometer begins its annual rise, so do hemlines. And with summer’s skin-baring fashions here to stay, there’s nowhere to hide any stray fuzz or stubble.

Given how revealing modern styles are, many women consider hair removal to be a necessary grooming ritual. However, many of the most popular hair removal options are filled with dangerous chemicals and irritants… >>Continue Reading

At-Home Spa Showers are Perfect for Brides and Mommies-to-Be

Whether you’re planning a celebration honoring a blushing bride or a glowing mommy-to-be, a Spa Bridal or Baby Shower is sure to please. After all, spa services are the perfect antidote for pre-wedding jitters and pre-birth stress. Re-energize your guest of honor for the hectic days ahead! She’ll love indulging in her favorite treatments while bonding with her closest friends and family.

While the cost of renting an entire spa for the day may be prohibitive, an at-home spa party can accommodate virtually any budget. A theme, a handful of carefully prepared treatment stations and some light refreshments are all that are needed. >>Continue Reading