How fragance can contribute to cancer

Hello, I just had occasion to look at a slide-show of a Breast Cancer Awareness event, and noticed a sponsorship banner for a prominent, national candle company displayed near the stage area. I commented to the coordinator of the event about how ironic it would be for this particular company to show interest in breast...

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How Can You Combat Dry, Flakey Skin?

The seasons are changing. Leaves are falling, as temperatures fall in the evenings, and our quotient of sunshine decreases with each passing day. The air is becoming drier as well, and many women are experiencing the tell-tale signs of low-level dehydration, inadequate moisture barriers on their skin, and a summer of too much sun. [gallery]...

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Hop into Spring- Monave Style

Spring is HERE! I'm so excited! To me this means.... makeup room time picking out our Spring palette! Spring 2010 makeup is a smorgosbord of  colors from the bold and daring  to the soft and feminine!  Last seasons' 80's look is still evident but for the more subtle woman the prerequisite Spring pastels are here. Two uber feminine colors that are hot right now are...

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Titanium Dioxide in Mineral Makeup

There has been increasing questions about the safety of Titanium Dioxide in Mineral Makeup from our clients. So I took the time to do a little research and write a little expose on my findings and thoughts. Yes, it is carcinogenic in vast quantities as it is a product that is used in commercial manufacturing such...

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Mineral Makeup for Rosacea

Rosacea (pronounced roh-zay-sha) is a long term skin disorder where the blood vessels become swollen and the areas of the face become inflamed. This disorder usually appears between the ages of 30 and 60 although younger women have become susceptible. Women and men can develop rosacea but more women seem to succumb to this disorder....

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