Men’s beards carry more harmful germs than dog fur? Here's the fix - TABULA RASA - Clean Slate!

By now we're all aware of the recent study that men's beards carry more germs than dog fur. Professor Andreas Gutzeit, of Switzerland's Hirslanden Clinicevery, reported that every sampled beard in the test group was crawling with bacteria, and nearly half had bugs that were hazardous to human health ......

Body Prep for Fantastic Spring Skin!

Part 3 - Body PrepTaking inventory of your body after it has been tucked away and bundled up all Winter long, can be an eye-opening experience.  Once we acknowledge our dry - flaky - pale skin, unattended body hair and callused feet - baring our limbs and getting ready for our skin revealing wardrobe can feel overwhelming.  Take a few...

Spring Skin Prep for Your Optimal Wellbeing - Tips on Nutrition, Complexion and Body Care

It's that time again - time to start prepping our skin for the warmer days ahead!With the inevitable arrival of double-digit temperatures, it looks like we will soon be foregoing our heavy sweaters, wool socks and winter boots, in favour of lighter layers, skin revealing pieces and toe-showing sandals. Until now, if...

Get your skin Spring Ready with Purple Essentials - Facial Care + Cosmetic Tips

Spring clean your skin - find your glow. Spring Skin Prep - part 2:  Facial Care & CosmeticsWhen the seasons shift, it's time to adjust your skincare routine - allow Purple Essentials to offer some expert advice on how to Prep Your Face for Spring - rejuvenate your skin and brighten your complexion - naturally!As we head...

Purple Essentials' DIY Recipe for October 2018 - TEA STEAM FACIAL

As the weather gets cooler and your skin begins to show the effects of the changing season, Relax, Breathe Deeply and Brighten your complexion with a little self-care … an October DIY Tea Steam Facial!Such an easy and effective way to keep your skin looking and feeling its best - this...

Secret Weapon for a Fabulous Fall Face - Naturally Cleanse, Tone & Tighten with Purple Essentials' Refining Facial Mask!

Fall into a Fabulous Complexion! Autumn is a time of transition. The days grow shorter ~ temperatures drop ~ the air becomes drier ... the effects on your skin can be dramatic. To combat this seasonal change, transition your skincare routine with the help of Purple Essentials' all-natural face care...

After Sun Skin Care Steps - Nurture Your Skin After a Day in the Sun

Whether you've had a day at the beach or an enjoyable day out and about in the summer sun, that vitamin D boost comes with a price - it can take its toll on your skin. If you practice a few, simple skincare steps for after sun relief, you can keep your...

Why use a Facial Oil...

Put oil on your face. Say What??!! You may have heard of… been curious about… or even tried the latest skincare trend, Facial OilsThe reality of using face oils challenges everything we’ve been taught to believe about skincare (many of us will not even consider using a cleanser or moisturizer...

DOUBLE DUTY DIY Recipe - Moisturizing Face & Hair Mask with Banana, Honey & Yogurt!!!

TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE - FACE & HAIR MASK! DIY - All Natural - Honey, Banana & Yogurt Moisturizing Mask   The Winter months can certainly play havoc with both your complexion and hair … from dry patches and flaky skin to frizzy, static flyaways and dry itchy...

Purple Essentials Introduces Bath Soaks to Detoxify & Remineralize Your Body's Systems

In this day and age, our bodies are exposed to countless toxins every day... in the air we breathe, the food we eat, the clothes we wear (especially chemical-laden, new clothing), the medications we are prescribed, the personal care products many use on a daily basis and, of course, in the...

DIY Honey, Coconut and Brown Sugar Lip Scrub from Purple Essentials

Chilly Temps can equal dry, chapped lips ... Let's make yours smile! DIY Homemade - All Natural (& yummy) - Lip Scrub As part of our New Year - New Beginnings theme, we're excited to start sharing some of our favourite, DIY skincare recipes - one each month. First up,...

Change in weather, means change your routine - Embrace Your Face with Purple Essentials Natural Skincare

Even with Back to School in the rear-view, many of us are still overloaded with busy schedules and responsibilities - oftentimes, the last thing we feel like doing at the end of a long day is performing a nightly skincare routine. Be honest, do you make the time to properly cleanse and moisturize your...