Organic farming reduces toxic load

When you buy organically farmed products, you help prevent soil erosion, save the energy it takes to produce synthetic fertilizers, protect the health of farm workers and help keep the carcinogens found in most herbicides and pesticides out of our water systems as well as the food we eat. Buying organic food promotes a less toxic environment for all beings.

Organic Food Tastes Better!

Studies are beginning to show what we eaters have known all along - organic food tastes better! When plants are grown in well-balanced soils in harmony with nature, they produce nourishing, delicious food for people and animals.

STOP Big Polluters - No on Prop 26 & Prop 23

Prop 26 is Prop 23's evil twin; another harmful, deceptive initiative funded by big polluters, which would make it virtually impossible for the state to impose fees on these polluting industries — fees that California needs to enforce our global warming law

Cream for Nightime

Collagen Night Cream

Before bed, use a cream rich in antioxidants, such as green tea, soy, or grapeseed extract. While the body sleeps, the skin restores itself. Thicker than moisturizer, a night cream rich in antioxidants will help skin defend against smoke, sun, smog, and age. These stressors cause skin to produce free radicals (oxidants) that attack collagen; and when collagen breaks down, wrinkles and sagging result. Antioxidants such as jojoba leaf and vitamins A, C, and E battle those free radicals before they can do damage.

Sunblock for Great Skin

Protect with sunblock-Nobody wants the side effects of too much sun -- wrinkles, moles, age spots, not to mention skin cancer. Protecting skin against UVA and UVB rays is the foundation of great skin care. A sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher that contains Mexoryl SX or stabilized avobenzone because they defend against both wrinkle-accelerating UVA rays and sunburn-causing UVBs.  Some moisturizers contain sunscreen for daily use, but be sure to apply full protection sunscreen when you go outdoors.

Moisturize for Great Skin

Hydrate with moisturizer (even if you think you have oily skin)-Our daily habits (long days, sleep debts, frequent washing) deplete sebum, skin's natural moisture lock. That protective layer of oil holds in moisture and prevents irritation. Without it, skin becomes vulnerable to damage.

Serums With Botanicals for Great Skin

Apply an anti-inflammatory serum to nourish skin deep down-Stress and fatigue can lead to puffy skin and a blotchy complexion. Calm redness and blemishes with serums and gels that contain extracts of anti-inflammatory herbs like chamomile, calendula, and lavender. Seek out serums with a wealth of organic botanicals, not just a dusting. (Ingredients appear in descending order based on amount present.)

5 Steps to Great Skin

Skin care gets a little more complicated every year. New products tout "never-before-seen" benefits, while the ingredient du jour earns top billing as the next "beauty breakthrough." With these 5 steps to natural skincare, you can be sure you're getting the essentials.

• Start with a gentle exfoliant, rather than a harsh soap, to cleanse-As skin regenerates, dead cells compromise luster and clog pores. Derived from plant and milk sugars, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) slough skin without harsh scrubbing.