Pearl powder is rich in amino acids, vitamin B complex, and SOD (superoxide dimutase), which retard cellular degeneration, strengthen the muscle, and reduce the formation of dark pigmentation.  The exfoliating, balancing, and softening effects of pearl powder should be enjoyed on a weekly to daily basis.

I usually add about ¼ teaspoon or less of pearl powder to a mask or my crème at night.  A little goes a long way.  1 ounce is enough for about 94 uses, so try adding some pearl powder into your skin care routine.  Pearl powder can help the hands and feet too, so feel free to add some before bed.

The great thing about the pearl powder is if you have already found a skin care routine that works for you, you do not have to change it.  Just add some of the powder to your crème before bed and wake up with silky smooth skin!

Alternately, you can make a homemade mask.  My favorite is a little pearl powder, organic egg white, and crushed up green tea.  I put it on and let it dry (20 min), then wash it off.  It gives my complexion a great glow and helps to diminish fine lines before a big event.

Pearl powder can be taken internally for an allover exfoliating effect.  It is often used in Oriental medicine protocols for acne, excess heat and anxiety.  See what pearl powder can do for you today!

By far, the event was a great success reliving any doubt that the “tea” scene is well and alive. The event was all about Chandon Chic, but the focus was the tea. So many people were pleased with the different blends and the taste. My goal was medicinal tea that I tried to make taste as good as possible, but the fact that so many people (even coffee drinkers) liked the tea was very positive.
It was great to see so many people looking for local alternatives for their skin care needs. Importing is not getting any cheaper, so looking local for someone that truly cares about skin products, not profit, is a great idea.

I see more Chandon Chic events in the future for sure. Sipping, beautifying, educating, and sampling should be a fun and any ideas on making more exciting events possible are welcome. Did someone possibly mention a “Beautify and wine” party December 20th???? Stay tuned for details…

Let’s talk about some of the main additives that cause reactions in skincare.  We will look at different ingredients and why they may or may not be the best for you.  This week let’s talk about a big one: Fragrance.  Fragrance can be a variety of natural or synthetic compounds.  It may give you a sense of well-being and increase your skincare experience, or it may dry out the skin and make your eyes run (I tend to have the latter experience).  If you like the added smell to a product, look for products that use essential oils, not fragrance.  For those who are extra sensitive, like me and my mum, we may even have to go lightly on the essential oils or none at all.  Being the sensitive person I am, I like to get my aroma satisfaction through sprays or toners that I make will different hydrosols (hydrosol is the leftover water after making an essential oil), distilled water, and a few drops of whatever essential oil sounds good to me.  Play around, do some research, and see what works for you!

To be continued….

Chandon Chic is proud to offer a line devoted to Natural approaches to skin care. Your skin is your body’s largest organ and absorbs everything it comes in contact with. Reward it for its many functions and treat yourself well by using my independently made, all-natural products, none of which contain any mysterious chemicals.

If you can’t eat it, don’t put it on your skin!