Sanitize Your Office Space
It’s Monday and many of us are at our offices. While sitting at your desk, take a good look at it. Are you noticing that it maybe a bit dirty with a coffee or food stain here and there or maybe even a “What is that?”
Well instead of using water to clean up that mess, you can sanitize your office area with some cleansing essential oils and this natural recipe below.
The essential oils which will be used in our recipe are not only excellent for cleaning your environment but also brightening your Monday mood! Lemon, tea tree and grapefruit or orange as well as any of the citrus oils are excellent cleansers.
So here’s what you’ll need:
- One empty 3oz spritz bottle
- Essential oils listed above of your choice
- Water
- Rubbing alcohol
Open the spray bottle and pour in 2 oz of water. Then pour in 1/2 oz of rubbing alcohol. We’re leaving room for the essential oils and to shake the bottle.
Now pour in several drops of the essential oils you’ve chosen to a max of 7 drops. ie lemon, orange and tea tree with the ratio of 3-3-1 respectively. Close the bottle and shake.
Start by spraying your desk and doorknobs then wipe off with a clean paper towel. Be very careful with your computer equipment and phone as to not spray them directly with the solution. Try spraying a paper towel first then wiping.
You can also use this same solution on your hands as a hand sanitizer!
Happy cleaning!
Solutions for Yellow Nails
July 7, 2010 by admin
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Q: I want to switch to a sheer nail polish for summer, but my nails are yellow. What’s going on, and what can I do?
A: While they’re not attractive, yellow nails are most often harmless. Here are some common causes and solutions:
Dark nail polishes, such as red, deep purple, and the ever-popular black, can stain your natural nails, leaving them a dingy yellow color even after you’ve removed the polish itself. The longer you leave your polish on, the greater the risk of staining, even if you use a base coat. Lighter polishes can also stain your nails after a few weeks, so it’s a good idea to change your polish every week or two (don’t just add more polish on top), and always apply a base coat first to protect your nails. If the staining is severe, a manicurist can gently buff off the stain, although doing this too frequently can make your nails thin and weak. The good news is that if the staining is caused by polish, the discoloration will eventually grow out with the nail.
Fungus infections can also turn nails yellow. However, often only a few nails are affected, at least at first, and they’re usually thick and crumbly. A dermatologist can do a simple, painless fungal culture to test for infection.
Psoriasis can cause yellow-brown discolored nails, although the discoloration is often accompanied by other nail changes, like lifting of the nail plate, as well as psoriasis rashes on the skin itself.
Yellow nails can also be associated with chronic lung disease — an uncommon condition called yellow nail syndrome, which produces thick, slow-growing, yellow nails on the fingers and toes. The discoloration usually resolves if the lung disease is successfully treated.
Floor Wash
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Did you know that you can create your own natural floor wash! Here’s an easy recepie:
Mix in a bucket to use on the floor. Smells great! |
Majoram for headaches…
Did you know that marjoram is great for headaches.
Marjoram essential oil is anti-spasmodic which can relieve muscle pain, cramps, headaches, migraines and stiffness.
Just put 1 tablespoon of a carrier oil like Sweet Almond with a few drops of Majoram essential oil then rub onto the back of your neck and shoulders.
Do not use if pregnant and avoid use while driving or drinking due to its sedating properties.
bluebasins on TV!! Well kinda…
Hi everyone,
Check out this video with our bluebasins products shown on etalk! Kinda… It originally aired on Friday but I saw it at 1:37am Saturday while I was kind of sleeping on my couch, but when I saw this I jumped up with excitement! bluebasins’ part starts at the 7 minute mark!
Enjoy!
Soybeans Can Provide Safer Sunscreens
March 26, 2010 by admin
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Say goodbye to that petroleum based sunscreen lotion and get ready to grab a bottle of a more natural sun-protecting product, which is made of soybean oil.
Scientists have developed a new method for converting soybean oil into a highly effective bio-based sunscreen active ingredient, called feruloyl soy glycerides (FSG), which does not carry the potential health concerns of ingredients in some existing sunscreens.
The new, natural sunscreen agent could replace petroleum-derived ingredients in a variety of personal-care products.
Dr. Joseph Laszlo, who headed the research, pointed out that sales of sunscreens and other skin-care products that protect against the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) light have been booming.
However, concerns have arisen over certain ingredients in today’s mainstay sunscreens.
“One, for instance, is a substance known as oxybenzone that is a suspected hormone disruptor that could contribute to the disruption of aquatic species reproduction. We”re trying to provide nature-inspired skin-care materials that avoid such health concerns and at the same time have fewer adverse environmental impacts,” said Laszlo.
Sunscreens are among the substances, termed “pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs),” that constitute a relatively new family of water contaminants with potential adverse health effects on wildlife and people.
Sunscreens protect against skin cancer by shielding the body from two types of UV light. One is UV-A, which absorbs deep in the skin and is linked to reactive oxygen species (ROS) formation. The other is UV-B, which causes sunburn.
Some sunscreen ingredients generate ROS when exposed to UV-A, which can damage DNA. For a long time, the sunscreen industry focused on offering UV-B protection to prevent sunburn.
The researchers have developed technology for converting soybean oil into a biobased active ingredient for sunscreen products. It involves incorporating ferulic acid, found naturally in hundreds of plants, into soybean oil.
The use of ferulic acid along with vegetable oil produces a water-resistant material capable of absorbing both UV- A and UVB light. It can also be used as an anti-aging and anti-wrinkle product, Laszlo said.
FSG is produced commercially by iSoy Technologies Corporation and used in several cosmetic products in the U.S. and Asia.
“The skin ages not just from exposure to the sun but also from air pollutants and other environmental effects. We believe that this molecule (ferulic acid) could prevent some of the damage caused by the free-radical processes involved in those environmental exposures. That’s particularly important for preserving the integrity and health of skin tissue. The approach builds on knowledge that antioxidants consumed in the diet or applied topically can prevent some of that damage,” said Laszlo.
“Our findings support the hypothesis that FSG can protect sensitive cellular components and reduce the impacts of skin sun exposure. Our work also demonstrates how agricultural materials can be used to craft safe and useful consumer products,” he said.
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bluebasins bath & body is an Official Partner of the 2010 JUNO Awards Presenter/Performer Gift Bag
March 22, 2010 by admin
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Natural Skincare Company is a Sponsor of the 2010 JUNO Awards Presenter/Performer Gift Bag
bluebasins bath & body www.bluebasins.com provider of natural skin care products is selected as an official sponsor of the 2010 JUNO Awards
TORONTO, Ontario, Canada March 22, 2010 — bluebasins bath & body, a Canadian online provider of natural skin care products, announced today that it was selected to participate in the gifting for the 2010 JUNO Awards Presenter/Performer Gift Bag. The 2010 JUNO Awards broadcast is set to take place on Sunday, April 18 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador on CTV.
Deep Condition Your Skin for Spring!
Spring is here! So are you ready to show some skin! Is your skin up to par for bearing? Take a look and see. No? Then we’ve got the solution for you.
Deep Condition your skin for Spring with bluebasins bath & body’s 4oz Luscious Shea Butter Body Butter!
We’ve all heard of deep conditioning your hair and it’s wonderful benefits, so why not deep condition your skin.
Smooth onto skin during the dry and cold season for wonderfully nourished Spring and Summer skin.
Skin type: Normal - Dry
A bit about the oils:
Shea Butter: Has excellent soothing and healing properties with a unique fatty acid combination which makes it a great emollient, induces capillary circulation in the skin which in turn increases tissue re-oxygenation.
Note: This product contains beeswax.
All Natural Vegetable and Fruit Wash
There are a lot of vegetable washes out there, but did you know that you can make your own! It takes only three ingredients of which I’m sure you all have at home:
- Water
- Lemon
- Vinegar
Instructions:
Step one: Uncover spray bottle.
Step two: Squeeze the lemon to extract the juice.
Step three: In a spray bottle, mix 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of vinegar
Step four: Pour in the lemon juice.
Recover spray bottle and mix all ingredients. You can now spray you fruits and vegetables with your natural wash. Remember to, after spraying, leave on for 5 minutes then rince.
Enjoy!
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