NOVA Wellness Store - Eco-Friendly and Organic

 

Hi AMW Friends.

How are things going for you?  Do I have any readers here who love eco-friendly items?  Do you find it hard to look for a single store/shop who can offer that?  I  know I had to search on different channels - both online and offline for such products.

Thankfully, amidst the situation, there is a glimmer of hope when I see new shops still opening while some are already closing down!  

I was currently introduced to NOVA Wellness Store by a friend and I heard they carry several eco-friendly items from foo alternatives to unique skin care, hair care and oral care products!  You may check out some of their product highlights when you scroll further down.  

Here are just some of the items I got! 

I have always wanted to try Almond Milk for my coffee but most of the time they come sweetened and I actually like my coffee without sugar!  So tthank you Nova Wellness for bringing in NATRUE Almond drink (Unsweetened).

I am a coffee drinker and have been trying out various brands and I am excited to try Mount Hagen.  For the rest of the items, do check out my IG Stories once in a while as I always share my thoughts when I try something new!

For hair care, I got Tea Tree Therapy Shampoo and Conditioner (Did you know? Tea Tree Oil helps fight dandruff?).

I also got the Epsom Salt which I read so much positive reviews in terms of relaxation and stress-relieving.  

Charm by Nature Essentials Hydrating Matte Lipsticks Review

If you are into "Instagram Shopping", you've probably heard about the Organic Brand Nature Essentials.  I've written about their products a couple of times HERE and HERE and after the success of their makeup line, they finally came up with their own makeup brand called Charm by Nature Essentials.

Thanks to the brand for letting me try their newest line of lip products called Charm By Nature Essentials Hydrating Matte Lipstick.

Housed in a simple matte black packaging with brand name printed in Pink, let's get down to business and see how their shades fair and if they perform well.

I got 5 shades, 3 are on the nude/brown side

white the other 2 are on bright side.  Deep red and purplish red.

Nature Essentials Lift and Plump Lip and Cheek Mousse Review + How To Use

When I was asked to review Nature Essential's Lift and Plump Lip and Cheek Mousse, I immediately declined, why?  Seriously, ME?  Lip Plumping?  Do I want to look like a head of lips walking on streets? (Brand sounds familiar?  Check out my review on Nature Essentials Pure Natural Beauty Organic Hydrating Matte Lipsticks)

Brushing aside the fact that Angelina Jolie Lips is a huge hit, she doesn't have dry and extremely cracked lips like I do..she's sexy!  Mine is..uhm...never mind!

So I literally pushed these 2 products aside when this was sent to me!  But because I was addicted to "SnapChatting", I've decided to play around with these 2 applying and sharing my initial thoughts!  Lo and Behold..I guess these 2 are worth mentioning because aside from the fact that they are organic, well, I'm sure a lot of you may be interested to learn how I feel about the Lip and Cheek Mousse and if it does create "plumper" lips for me and maybe..for YOU.

AMW Reviews: Nature Essentials Pure Natural Beauty Organic Hydrating Matte Lipsticks

You guys understand by now how I appreciate "organic" makeup especially when I turned into a mom!  I know some mommies would go bare-faced when they are with their babies or toddlers because most makeup contain chemicals and we don't want that near our kids right?

Since I want to be close to my son at the same time look decent, I chose to wear makeup still but I lean towards Organic makeup products. 

If you are a long-time reader of my blog, you know Burt's Bees and Yadah made it to the cut!  I always choose those brands whenever I have bonding moments with my son.

Thankfully, I found another brand to add to the list.  Nature Essentials Pure Natural Beauty.

After a bit of research, I learned Nature Essentials won several awards in terms of Outstanding Natural Skin Care Products Consumers Choice Awards, Best Moisturizing Soap Brand, Best Natural Skin Care Provider and a whole lot more!  

Wow, I'm impressed!

AMW Reviews: Burt's Bees Lip Crayons

How much do you love lip products?  A lot?  How many brands can you name at the moment?  A lot still right?
But how many can you name to me that you can be 101% sure to be safe?  Even when you're pregnant?  Nursing?  

Not a lot right?
Well, Burt's Bees brand definitely came to mind!  As much as I love Burt's Bees for creating safe and natural products with ingredients you can find even in your kitchen, my only complaint from them in the past is their lack of "colors".  I know they do have a couple of my favorite lip products but when I want intensity, I just had to go to other brands.

NOT THIS TIME!

I was so excited when I learned I had to do a make-up training for the Beauty Bar Staffs last month and the product focus are Burt's Bees Lip Crayons --- "You guys have Lip Crayons now???"  --- was my first question.

Thanks to May, I got first dibs!  I was able to test all 5 products before the workshop!  As excited as I was to share to everyone about it, I have to keep mum for a couple more weeks until they are available in the market --- see?  AskMeWhats can be trusted! :P 

So yeah, if you were one of those who asked me in person: "What lipstick are you wearing?" and I had this weird look and changed topic --- the answer is Burt's Bees Lip Crayons!

Yehey!  No more secrets!  Because they are OUT!!! 

Overview of all 5 shades --- can you pick your favorite?

There are a total of 6 shades internationally but the Philippine market only have 5.  It wasn't a bit deal because all these 5 shades are good enough for every lipstick loving gals!  You get pink, peach/coral, brown and red!

Antipodes is Now In The Philippines!

I first learned about New Zealand Organic Brand Antipodes from fellow Beauty Blogger (also a really good friend) Paris B. of My Women Stuff, she's done a lot of reviews on Antipodes products and I can't help but wanting to try them all!  

Thankfully, it didn't take years for me to wait, it's just around a year or so when these landed my desk (literally) via courier one boring day. 

Are they really locally available now?  Thankfully, according to my very reliable source, They are!  Antipodes are definitely HERE TO STAY!

Upon seeing the products, I am most interested with the Divine Face Oil --- under the moisture boost line.  I immediately washed my face and gently massaged the oil mid-day, in between phone calls, research and interviews --- wow!  I was immediately relaxed! 

So as much as I want to use all 3 products at once --- I didn't!   I chose just 1 from the 3 products I got and settled on trying out Divine Face Oil first and added Anada Gentle Toner the week after!  I'll share more about my first impressions after the jump!

Something New + Giveaway: Made by David Organics

Organics --- that's the key word!  Everyone's been looking for naturally-made products that help save not only our hair, face and skin but the environment as well!

Today, I will be sharing a new brand of Organic products housed in a very cute packaging that I love to stare at!  And please keep on reading for a nice surprise at the bottom part!

**Product descriptions taken from Made by David Organics Facebook Page.

Made By David Organics

Shampoos and Conditioners