Toxic trends in babies – What you can do to give them the best start

August 3, 2010

Mothers pass toxic chemicals to their babies through their umbilical cords, according to a groundbreaking study. The recent study commissioned by Washington-based Environmental Working Group found an average 200 industrial chemicals and pollutants (body load) in umbilical cord blood from 10 babies born in U.S. hospitals. Exposure to chemicals is a huge concern with infants. [...]

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‘Green’ labels under scrutiny Downunder

August 3, 2010

Good news! The ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) stepped up on behalf of customers by taking action against misleading ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ claims on a popular consumer brand’s product labels. There was a particular issue regarding some products sold by this company where at least 3 chemical ingredients were completely left off from the [...]

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Organic virus protection

August 3, 2010

Most people don’t really know what’s meant by the term ‘virus’. Generally, they believe it to be a ‘germ’ that sneaks into the bloodstream to make you unwell. But that’s not even close to the truth. Put VERY simply, a virus is not a living thing at all. It’s a tiny particle of inert genetic [...]

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Michelle Obama goes organic

August 3, 2010

In a groundbreaking effort to educate the American public about healthy eating, US First Lady Michelle Obama recently began an organic garden on the south lawn of the White House. With the help of local elementary school students, she prepared the soil for the first working kitchen garden seen at the White House since Eleanor [...]

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The Story of Cosmetics

July 24, 2010

Annie Leonard had put together an insightful video called “The Story of Cosmetics” which was produced in conjunction with the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics. Have you ever wondered why personal care products on the shelf are the way they are? Annie delves right into the background and regulations that cover the toxic chemicals in the [...]

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Free Aromatherapy Book

July 24, 2010

The miessence range of certified organic essential oils pack some natural potency, but you might be wondering how you go about selecting and using the essential oils for what you personally need. A free ebook Aromatherapy Demystified walks you through learning about aromatherapy and which oils to use for different conditions. In general, aromatherapy is [...]

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Berry Radical

February 4, 2010

Just when you thought Berry Radical couldn’t get any better IT DID! Our revolutionary, certified organic, antioxidant superfood just had a makeover. It’s the same great product reformulated and wrapped in a new package and price! Its features include: – New easy serve, ecological container – Lower price – Greater convenience – More berries equal [...]

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Certified Organic Massage Oil

January 14, 2010

A dreamy, certified organic Unscented Massage Oil that feels like silk on your skin. Cold-processed and hand-blended with exquisite botanical oils that provide a nice slip for a relaxation massage and enough drag for deep tissue work. – Unrefined, high linoleic acid sunflower oil ensures superior skin compatibility and increases moisture content. – Unrefined avocado [...]

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Is Your Sunscreen Safe?

July 3, 2009

Although we already knew our Reflect Outdoor Balm was safe and effective, the Environmental Working Group just announced their recommendation of this fantastic Miessence product too! A water-free nourishing balm with natural minerals that help reflect damaging ultraviolet radiation. Microfine zinc oxide offers protection from harmful rays whilst organic olive oil keeps the skin supple. [...]

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Organic Botanical Perfumes

June 22, 2009

“miessence® Botanical Perfumes are imbued with a depth of character lacking in synthetic perfumes.” – Narelle Chenery miessence® Botanical Perfumes are hand-blended in the traditional artisan method of natural perfumery using rare and exquisite botanical extracts, absolutes and essential oils solely as their aromatic source. The entire cornucopia of aromatic plants is explored in our [...]

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