[GIVEAWAY]: SOil Voucher

Win a R300 Voucher With SOil & The Glam Green Girl

 

 

Candles and bath products are my weakness and I'm sure many of you will agree with me that it's always a spoil.

I've used a few SOil products before and I'm a big fan of their organic oils, especially the eucalyptus one in winter. I thoroughly enjoy that SOil is organic; cruelty free; environmentally friendly and a is a proudly South African company.

 

The lovely people at SOil allowed me to indulge in a shopping spree on their website and these are the products I chose:

 

- Ceramic Burner and Sensual Soy Wax Melts (R130)

- Sensual Hibiscus Bath Salts (R125).

- Peppermint Soy Wax Melts (R45)

 

 

I can't wait to indulge in these products and provide you guys with some feedback!

 

Here's where it gets interesting, you can win a R300 voucher to shop online with SOil!

 

You can enter below:

ps: Sorry but this giveaway is only open to SA residents.

 

 

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Love Always, The Glam Green Girl xXx

 

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GGG Tip: Eucalyptus Oil

Using Eucalyptus Oil for Colds & Flu

Hi friends!

So since I was in Zambia last weekend, I've been so sick with flu - it's really kicked my butt! Although I didn't want to, I've eventually ended up on antibiotics to try clear it. One of the symptoms I've been suffering the most with is congestion (deep wheezy breathe in, deep wheezy breathe out) but I'v been using Eucalyptus Oil to try relieve some of my blocked up congestion. 

One of the tips I learnt about using Eucalyptus Oil for colds and flu is to sprinkle a few drops on the shower floor and this then acts as a steam inhalation! I'm not going to lie to you, I pretty much pour about half of the bottle on the floor as I'm so desperate at the moment but after my shower I can breathe a bit easier. Another tip for using Eucalyptus Oil, is to add a few drops to your bath! For more tips check out this post on Autumn Care.

You can get Organic Eucalyptus Oil from SOil from Faithful To Nature for R25 or your local Clicks should stock some too. Faithful To Nature  also has a few more tips on how to use Eucalyptus Oil as a decongestant. 

Hope this tip helps for those of you that are all blocked up!

Love always, The Glam Green Girl xXx

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Glam and Green Gift Guide

 

A Gift Guide for a Glam and Green Christmas

 

 

I'm sure many of you are like me and seem to leave your Christmas shopping to the last minute every year! Well don't worry, Ive put together a few items that might make deciding what to buy everyone a bit easier!

Happy shopping!



Gifts for her…

 

1) White sugar scrub & Body oil R130 - Naturals Beauty

2) Mascara R130 - Greenlove

3) Sanctum Body Polish - R250 Harmless House

4) Soy Lites R160 - Faithful To Nature

5) Mini Starter Facial Set R340 - Balm Balm

6) Eyeshadow R130- Greenlove

7) Beach and Surf Nail polish (price still to be confirmed) - Zoya

8) Mango & Vanilla body Scrub R103 - The Victorian Garden

9) Water Bottle R160 - Faithful To Nature

 

Gifts for him…

 

1) Aftershave lotion and gel body wash R125 - Naturals Beauty

2) Sanctum Men's Essentials Pack R100 - Harmless House

3) Face Wash R125 - Just Pure

4) Rawlicious Spices and book R300 - Faithful To Nature

5) Recovery Bath and Body Oil R275 - Balm Balm

6) Water Bottle R160 - Faithful To nature

7) Men's Kit R200 - The Victorian Garden

 

Gifts for everyone…

 

1) Oil burner R95 - SOil Organics

2) Heart shaped clock R160 - Greenlove

3) Biodegradable paper lanterns R150 - Faithful To Nature

4) Natural Sunscreen R200 - Natures Colours

5) Water Jug R245 - Faithful To Nature

6) Wayfarers (price to be confirmed) - Hout Couture

7) Solar powered paving stones R99 - Faithful To Nature

8) Fragrance Free Face Balm R140 - Balm Balm

 

 

Stocking Fillers…

 

1) Lavender Oil R60 - SOil Organics

2) Sanctum Soap R50 - Harmless House

3) Men's Hemp Socks R53 - Greenlove

4) Lip Treatment (price to be confirmed) - Mioja

5) Raw Chocolate R49 - Faithful To Nature

6) Hand Cream R26 Faithful To Nature

7) Rose Geranium Lip Balm R67 - Balm Balm

8) Wild Fig and Poppy Bar Soap R21 - The Victorian Garden

9) Ladies Hemp Socks R53 - Greenlove

 

I really hope this Gift Guide has inspired you to choose some wonderful gifts that are Glam and Green for the ones you love!

 

Let me know if you choose any of this gifts that I picked out!

 

 

 

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Glam and Green - Baby Products

Glam and Green Products for the Little One

 

 

With a few friends having just had babies, or about to have a baby, I was inspired to write a post on some natural and organic products that could be used on babies. Imagine being able to use products that have zero chemicals or nasty ingredients on your child's precious skin? It is possible!

 

 

 

Before I introduce you to some great products - click here to read about Tasha Sach's from Mioja (review) ,journey of raising her children using natural products and immersing them in the beauty of what the world has to offer, naturally.

 

Thank you Tasha - what an interesting read!

 

 

And now, some information on baby products:

 

 

 

SOil Organics:

 

Baby blend, 100ml, R85

"Research has shown that baby massage promotes growth and development in premature babies and has many benefits for babies and parents in general. Enjoy a bonding experience with your baby using this relaxing and soothing massage oil. This gentle blend of chamomile, Lavender and olive oil will help keep your baby’s skin moisturised and can also help relax colicky babies. As for all of our products, this massage oil contains no petrochemical ingredients/mineral oil."

 

I truly believe in the calming and healing power of Lavender, so this is a great bed time product to use on the little one as a massage oil or even for bath time.

 

Stretch Mark Oil, 100ml, R85

"A nourishing blend of Rose Hip seed oil, rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins, Tangerine and Lavender to keep the skin soft and supple while preventing and treating scarring. This product is not exclusive to use during pregnancy, but it is particularly suitable."

 

 A divine product to treat yourself with that smells delightful - great to use before and after pregnancy. *confession* If you're like me, and have stunning stretch marks *sarcasm* even though you are not a mother , I highly suggest this product for you as well.

Naturals Beauty

 

 

A bit of information about the R&R range - "Ruben is a little boy whose body is very sensitive to toxins and toxin build up. Rebekah is a baby whose skin is sensitive to synthetic fragrances and other nasties! Their mommy has created this range for them and for kids just like them"

 

Moisturising Milk Wash- a creamy lather that cleans and conditions baby’s delicate skin

This ultra-gentle, creamy milk is perfect for newborns! It allows you to thoroughly cleanse your baby’s face and body while maintaining the skin’s natural balance. Leaves baby’s skin clean, soft and delicately scented.

Allergen-free. Paraben-free . Sulphate-free. Soap-free
 

Gel Body wash & shampoo –this gentle formula leaves skin and hair feeling soft and hydrated with a refreshing scent

A convenient all-in-one wash to use on baby’s skin, hair and scalp. This gentle cleanser is ideal to use on newborns and babies.

Formulated for everyday use and all skin types, it's the perfect soap replacement as it won’t strip baby's natural protective oils or cause dryness.

Gently scented with Bergamot& chamomile oil known for its Anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing and comforting properties

Allergen-free. Paraben-free. Soap-free. Sulphate-free
 

Baby body lotion - a moisturising body lotion to soothe and nourish baby’s delicate skin

Moisturize and nourish your baby’s delicate skin with our all-natural formula of avocado oil, shea butter, jojoba oil and aloe. This light moisturizer leaves skin feeling soft, with the delicately sweet scent of our organic chamomile oil.

Allergen-Free . Paraben-Free . Petroleum-Free . Phthalate-Free , Mineral Oil-Free , No Artificial Colors or Fragrances
 

*Certified organic aloe vera used for its anti-inflammatory properties

Certified jojoba seed oil used for its protection against dry skin

Certified organic chamomile oil used for skin-soothing and comforting properties

 

 

Some great products - made with the best care!

 



 

Balm Balm

 

BABY BALM

                Made from shea butter, sunflower, beeswax, jojoba & calendula, gently melted together to create a medium  soft balm formulation to soothe, moisturise and nourish babies all over. This product is fragrance free and is ideal for extremely sensitive skins, both babies and adults alike.  So gentle that it can even be used on new  born babies - as a bottom balm or to combat cradle cap or sore wind chapped or dribbled on skin. A brilliant multipurpose moisturiser that takes up next to no space in your nappy bag - it's the perfect answer to all your babies moisturising needs.

 RRP – R140.00

 

A great product for babies, pregnant moms and those with sensitive skin!

 

ULTRA GENTLE BATH & BODY SPRAY

                An ultra gentle, fragrance free blend of calendula, sunflower, apricot kernel and jojoba oils to spray into your bath or directly onto your skin. This product is carefully blended to be soothing, nourishing, conditioning and moisturising for even the tiniest babies and mums to be.

   Directions:

                Care for a delicate skin with a fragrance free bath full of gentle, nourishing vegetable oils by spraying a little Fragrance Free Bath & Body Oil over the surface of the water after the water has run and ‘swish’ around, or  massage it straight onto your skin before or after your bath or any time at all for skin that will purr with thanks for being so well looked after!

  Try spraying a little directly onto your wet skin in the shower...no need to moisturise when you get out!

    RRP - R275.00

 

Another great oil that can be used as a massage oil before bed time!

 

 

Spa-Valous Massage Candle

 

The luxurious Spa-Valous Massage Candle is a candle with a twist. It's a Candle, Massage Oil, Body Lotion, Body Balm....... all in one!

 

Gentle enough to be used on your baby as a massage oil or as a baby balm!

 

 

Harmless House

 

 

Sanctum Baby Care products are natural, organic and vegan, making them safe, pure and gentle - everything a baby deserves.  Made from the highest quality, 100% natural and certified organic ingredients, baby’s skin is guaranteed to be free from harmful chemicals and synthetic ingredients and be naturally soft and healthy.  The baby range includes:

 

Baby Shampoo and Wash  R 115

The simplified 2 in 1 light foaming gel is infused with lavender and Sweet Marjoram Leaf Oil to help calm baby and also soothe the scalp. Designed to cleanse without stripping the natural oils from baby’s delicate skin.  86% certified organic, 100% naturally derived

 

Baby Moisturiser   R115

A light, daily lotion to hydrate, soothe and protect baby’s skin.  Organic Aloe and Shea butter nourish and lock in moisture while vitamin E helps repair irritated skin.   91% Certified organic, 100% naturally derived.

Baby Bottom Balm  R165

A healing balm blended with organic Coconut Oil and Shea Butter penetrates the skin to help hydrate, soothe and bring relief to redness and irritation. Candelilla Wax adds a protective barrier to the skin’s surface reducing the cause of nappy rash.  91% certified organic, 100% naturally derived.



 

I love that these products are small enough to be taken with everywhere without having to take up lots of space!

 

 

 

The Victorian Garden

 



 

Clementine & Chamomile Baby Body Wash Gel

A Soap free foaming gel body wash, baby safe and scented with Clementine - a popular Victorian fruit

 

Chamomile flower & Lavender Baby Massage Oil

A safe and gentle aromatic massage oil fragranced with gorgeous baby safe English Lavender. Chamomile flower oil, renowned for its calming properties, is used especially to calm and soothe a fretful baby

 

Calendula Flower & Clover Protective Nappy Cream

A gentle beeswax based cream to keep germs away and help keep baby's bottom dry. With antibacterial extract, the cream protects against moisture; infection and irritation from heat build up

 

All of these products smell divine and will be so gentle on your babies skin

 

 

 

 

As a new mommy; a soon-to-be mommy or someone who needs ideas for baby shower gifts, here are the perfect products that will be kind to baby, and kind to the environment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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REVIEW: Birthday Gifts

My Birthday Products from Faithful To Nature

 

On the 6th of November, it was my birthday *YAY* and I was utterly spoilt! As a gift from my parents, I spent the weekend in Cape Town, which was amazing! I didnt know what I wanted for my birthday but knew I needed new make up brushes and wanted to swtich over to eco-friendly ones. I asked my Aunt who spoils me rotten pretty much everyday for a voucher from Faithful To Nature so that I could choose what I wanted.

 

 

 

I ordered the Inthusiam 7 piece make up brush set as well as the SOil Organic Rose Geranium Hydrosol.

 

 

The Inthusiam 7 Piece Make Up Brush Set is the perfect size for when I travel and is eco-friendly! The set includes the following brushes:

 

Mineral Powder Foundation brush

Blusher Brush

Eye Shadow Brush

Brow Brush

Lip Brush

Contour brush

Mascara brush

 

*look out for a blog post soon on how to clean your make up brushes to keep them Glam and Green

 

 

 

For my beauties out there, you all know that hydrosols are the hottest product especially for summer! At the amazing price of R31, yes R31 (amount correct when published) I had to get my hands on this product! Made from organic Rose Geranium Leaf Extract, this hydrosol is multi-purpose! It can be used as a facial spritzer, toner (my favourite use), a room spray.

 

Here's some more info about it from the Faithful To Nature website:

 

The Rose Geranium Hydrosol can be used in the following ways:

• This products appealing fragrance means it works well as a body, room or linen spray.
• It makes a good skin toner, helping to remove traces of cleanser and make-up without drying the skin.
• Use it to transform existing face and body products by adding a little hydrosol to lotions, cleansers, face masks etc.
• Its humectant (moisture attracting) properties make it effective when used as a daily compress over several weeks to soften the dry skin on elbows, knees and heels.
• Being both cooling and anti-inflammatory, geranium hydrosol has been used effectively as a topical skin treatment for heat producing conditions, such as bites, rashes and the effects of sun exposure.
• It can also be used as a spritz or beverage to help with menopausal flushes because of its balancing effect on heat.
• Its use can even be used in baking sweets or to enliven a delicious martini!

 

 

Now you know why your product for the summer should be a hydrosol :)

 

A big thank you to my second family, the Grundlingh's for my voucher <3

 

The service from Faithful to Nature is fantastic! I even received a small body butter in my parcel as well as 5 seeds to plant to my own white pear tree :)  

 

 

Check out the Faithful To Nature website to order some fabulous organic goodies :)

 

 

 





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SOil Review

A Review on SOil products

As I mentioned in my post Glam and Green Autumn Care - Part 3 - which featured advice from SOil, I said I would be doing a review on two of their products, and I'll also give you some info on the company. The two products I got a chance to review is their Kenyan Shea Butter 100% organic as well as the Treemendus certified organic Tea Tree Bodywash. First a bit about SOil itself...

SOil is a South African company producing certified organic aromatherapy and bodycare products. All of their products are produced in South Africa and they source many ingredients from Africa and support local communities where possible. One of SOil's main and most well-known products is their essential oils - but what I love most about SOil is that their essential oils are not just a brand that they bulk in bulk and repackage. SOil actually farms many of the oils and distills them on their farm in the Zululand!

Talking about essential oils, Chantelle from SOil sent me this bit of information that I think you might find interesting:

What makes Certified Organic Essential Oils the Better Choice for You and the Environment?

When considering this answer, we need to reflect on the environment and the product.

Environment: Growing our plants organically means that no chemicals ie. pesticides or fertilizers are used. It has been proven that using these chemicals kills off micro-organisms in the soil, therefore reducing soil diversity. These chemicals also pollute our groundwater, killing off fish and marine life as well as polluting our drinking water. By not using these chemicals results in nutrient rich, fertile soil, which nourishes the plants and protects water quality, plant life and wildlife. Therefore farming organically leads to a cleaner and more natural environment.

Product: Since it takes a great deal of plant material to create even a small amount of essential oil and due to the way that essential oils are produced, residues of pesticides in concentrated form may appear in the oil if not produced organically. Organic farming ensures that the end product is free of many of these residual toxins and results in a purer and more effective oil. Comforting to know when you consider that 60% of what you put onto your skin is absorbed into your body!

interesting hey?

Before I move onto the products, here is just a bit of information on Treemendus:

Treemendus is South Africa's first and only certified organic range of Tea Tree personal care products - and I'm sure you've gathered from previous posts that I'm a fan of Tea Tree Oil! The oil from the Tea Tree leaf has been proven as most versatile and beneficial because of its anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties!

Now, onto the products:

SOil Kenyan Shea Butter

The only ingredient in this little tub - Butyrospermum Parkii aka Shea Butter! 100%organic!

Shea Butter is especially great during the harsh winter months, it is a powerful and natural moisturiser that protects as well as nourishes dry, damaged skin. It is high in both vitamins A and E which helps improve skin conditions such as scarring; eczema; psoriasis; burns; rashes; acne and stretch marks! It's also gentle enough to be used on babies.

Whats great about this product is that a little bit goes a long way. You only need to soften a small amount in your palms to use on your face, body and hair - yes that's right, your hair as well! I like to use it at night on my body and face to let it works its magic while I sleep. I also really enjoy that you can use it as a hair treatment! So great especially now in the dry cold seasons, apply a thin layer on your hair 20 minutes before washing it! Natural hair treatment - Glam and Green ;)

Treemendus Tea Tree Bodywash:

Oh Tea Tree Oil, how I love you! Not only is this bodywash made from Tea Tree leaf extract but also rose geranium and peppermint essential oils! So the Tea Tree cleanses and protects, the rose geranium balances and the peppermint soothes the skin and improves circulation. Lather it all over your body and then take a minute to breathe in the aroma! The ingredients invigorate the senses and its natural!

I like this product especially since it will be my travel buddy for my trips to Zambia - Tea Tree is a natural bug repellent!

Check out SOil's twitter page ( click here ) they have such interesting facts on there - I always learn from their tweets!

And for more info on their products go visit their website www.soil.co.za

Have you tried any of their products? Let me know in a comment or tweet @GlamGreenGirl

xXx

The Glam Green Girl

PS: I hope you've entered my Birthday Competition ?

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A Few Simple Tips

A few simple tips on how to be Glam and Green

Small changes, its what I'm always going on about. But its true, small changes can really help! Here are a few tips on how to become more Glam and Green - easy tips that will help the environment but wont make a drastic change to your routine.



• I like to keep two boxes in my bathroom, one for paper and one for plastic. My recycling bins are downstairs in the courtyard so sometimes I'll leave an empty shampoo bottle on my bathroom counter with the intention of taking it down to the recycling bin later but when I go fetch it, unfortunately its already been thrown away in the trash bin. So by having these two boxes, I can rather fill them up and take it all down to the recycling bins. There is a lot in your bathroom that can be recycled - products that have finished for eg: a body cream (plastic); toilet paper - toilet roll equals to paper; You get new products that are first packaged in paper; I always cut the tags off new clothing in my bathroom equalling to plastic and paper. You'll be surprised how much you'll actually be able to recycle! Those boxes will be full in no time!

• Are you like me and obsessed with making lists? I know you are! Unfortunately this means using lots of paper, which means cutting down trees. If you like to write it all down, use up every free space of the paper and then when you're finished recycle it! Otherwise your phones, iPads, laptops all have apps that allow you to write notes and memos - use them!

• Choose organic beauty products - but dont throw out all your products so you can go green - that defeats the point, you will just be causing waste. Rather 'convert' slowly, only buying when neccessary. Look out for reviews soon from Naturals Beauty, Mioja and Soil!

• Working on your laptop/computer all day? Rather switch it off at the end of the day instead of allowing it to 'sleep' - save electricity

• When doing laundry, rather use cold temperatures. 90% of electricity goes into heating water, and most loads dont need hot water. Save water and electricity

• Use matches instead of lighters - lighters just end up in landfills

• Choose organic food - better for you and for the environment

• Swap your magazines with your friends - instead of all buying the same magazine, make a list and each friend buys one - and then recycle it, or use it as wrapping paper like in this post

Simple and easy hey? Even if you just manage a few of these, you'll be helping! High five to you ;)

What are your simple green tips?

xXx

The Glam Green Girl

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