Meet Gili Zilca, president and founder of Luisa New York – Handmade Soap and Natural Beauty. Born and raised in Israel, with an impressive background in chemistry and chemical engineering, Gili began her journey into the world of natural skincare with a unique understanding of the chemistry behind cosmetics. Started in 2003, Luisa New York now carries a sizable line… Continue Reading Luisa New York – Handmade Soap and Natural Beauty
Jojoba, Natural & Organic
Though it is commonly referred to as an oil, Jojoba is actually a liquid wax that is derived from seeds of the Jojoba plant, a low growing tree native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. Jojoba is conventionally a transparent golden liquid with a mild characteristic odor. It is an increasingly popular ingredient in skin care products due to… Continue Reading Jojoba, Natural & Organic
Jojoba Salt Scrubs
Jojoba Wax Beads really show their true colors when they are suspended in a salt scrub. Mixing colored beads to create new and unique shades of color is a lot of fun too. Above, you can see four different combinations that I have made. Before creating the scrub, I mixed different combinations of Jojoba Wax Beads in a small, white,… Continue Reading Jojoba Salt Scrubs
Jojoba Wax Beads
Using Jojoba Wax Beads is a fun way to give your products color and character. The tiny micro beads work very well in formulas that call for gentle exfoliation. Their spherical shape keeps skin safe from micro-lesions, a common side effect of using exfoliants that are too harsh for sensitive areas, like the face. What I like most about Jojoba… Continue Reading Jojoba Wax Beads
The Shades and Scents of Fall 2007
As the warm breezes and sun-kissed complexions of summer give way to autumn’s cooler attitude, styles shift with the seasons. Last year, neutrals were the main focus. Tans, creams, and beiges were complimented by the careful addition of bold color. This Autumn, the tables have turned. The popular color palette for fashions and home decor will be composed almost completely… Continue Reading The Shades and Scents of Fall 2007