1. nature&health 2011 annual healthy living guide
2011 natural beauty awards
2011 Nature & Health 6. Serum
tePOeMä treatMentS
9. Body Butter
BOD eCOlOgy BODy Butter
12. Shower gel
MaMBinO OrganiCS ManDarin
BEauty awards
yOuth reStOre SeruM With taSManian lavenDer CrèMe OrganiC BODy WaSh
($35.50; www.tni.com; stockists: anD FrangiPani leaF ($35.95; www.mambinoorganics.com.au)
1800 008 791) ($12.95; www.bod.com.au) What we liked: that it contains so
What we liked: Its definite ability to What we liked: How it healed sunburn, many skin-loving treats – organic
reduce expression lines; the hibiscus, windburn, and chafing, soothed red mandarin to tone, chamomile to
noni and coconut have a rich skin- tenderness and inflammation, and made soften, aloe vera to heal – and leaves
For our fourth annual awards, we tested dozens of natural, eco-friendly personal conditioning and nutritive effect, and we skin look dewy and feel cool and smooth. skin scented and silky soft.
adore the tropical scent. Just one application lasts all day.
care products to select these 25 winners. Beauty Editor Helene Larson reports. 13. hand & nail Cream
7. exfoliator 10. Body Moisturiser natural inStinCt natural
a’kin JOJO & COrn gentle Divina WhiPPeD liquiD hanD, CutiCle & nail CreaM
Face 2. Dry Skin Cleanser 4. night Cream
exFOliating FaCial SCruB
($27.95; www.purist.com)
gOlD OrganiC MOuSSe
BODy MOiSturiSer
($9.95; www.naturalinstinct.com.au)
What we liked: this product contains
1. Oily Skin Cleanser eMinenCe OrganiCS BlueBerry auM OrganiCS What we liked: the way the jojoba ($34.95; www.divina.com.au) quality ingredients like shea, mango and
JOhn MaSterS OrganiCS SOy exFOliating CleanSer regenerating night CreaM beads and corn grits work so effectively What we liked: How this velvety, cocoa butters, but at a value price. with
BearBerry Oily Skin ($61.00; www.eminenceorganics.com.au) ($34.95; www.aumbeauty.com) to buff and smooth skin. It’s easy to vanilla-scented mousse, which is made repeated use, our nails got stronger, too.
BalanCing FaCe WaSh What we liked: the antioxidant-and What we liked: the fact that this blend apply and mild enough for daily use. with argan oil, shea butter, and rosehip
($50.40; www.spaorganics.com.au) tannin-rich blueberry extracts, of phyto-enzymes, fruit aHas and lactic oil, absorbs right into skin and visibly 14. Deodorant
What we liked: with over 20 herbal which gently exfoliate skin and acid really does make a noticeable improves its appearance. nature’S queSt
extracts to control oil production and tighten pores, plus the calming effects difference. Beta glucan is the magic Body laDieS’ DeODOrant
reduce pore size, including bearberry of soy protein to smooth skin texture. ingredient that repairs and firms skin. 11. Soap ($4.95 for 125ml; www.naturesquest.com.au)
and willow bark, this left skin feeling 8. Body Scrub aBSOlutely gOrgeOuS Manuka What we liked:this effective, mildly
fresh and clean, but not dried-out. 3. Day Moisturiser 5. eye Cream CraBtree & evelyn hOney, alMOnD anD alOe SOaP scented formula is free from chemical
Jurlique CalenDula CreaM yuva FirMing eye CreaM naturalS BOtaniCal BODy ($6.95; www.absolutelygorgeous.com.au nasties like aluminium and alcohol, and
($43.00; www.jurlique.com.au) ($6.00; www.yuva.com.au) SCruB With COCOa Butter, What we liked:thanks to the potent kept us feeling dry and fresh all day.
What we liked: the way that this non- What we liked: How it gently nutMeg & CarDaMOM healing effects of manuka honey and
1 greasy, silky combo of macadamia and rehydrated the delicate eye area and ($39.95; www.crabtree-evelyn.com.au) aloe vera, this leaves skin super-hydrated
avocado oils, calendula and witch hazel, visibly reduced puffiness. the light What we liked: the rich buttery texture as well as clean and fresh. the exotic
had a balancing and toning effect on herbal scent – a mix of cucumber, and the way it buffs and polishes skin, cinnamon scent is a plus, too.
even the most delicate skin. eyebright and aloe vera - is refreshing. plus the spicy, chocolatey smell is
gorgeous. Perfect for dry, stressed skin. 14
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2. nature&health 2011 annual healthy living guide
2011 natural beauty awards
HaIR 17. treatment 20. lipstick 23. Blush
aveDa COlOr COnServe PürMineralS. liPStiCk With Zuii OrganiC CertiFieD
15. Shampoo Strengthening treatMent Shea Butter in FrOSteD aMBer OrganiC FlOra BluSh in PeaCh
MieSSenCe DeSert ($64.95; www.aveda.com.au) ($17.00 www.strawberrynet.com) ($28.95; www.zuiiorganic.com)
FlOWer ShaMPOO What we liked: this was a consistent What we liked: with shea butter, What we liked: with certified organic rose
($22.70; www.ozorganic.com) favourite with all our testers: the minerals and antioxidants, this is much petals, jasmine buds and chamomile flowers
What we liked:this ultra-mild formula sunflower oil ups shine, the morikue more than just a long-lasting lipstick: it to soothe heal, and repair, this is a colour-and-
is gentle enough to use daily; the yucca protein complex strengthens hair, and also provides nourishing and anti-ageing conditioning treatment in one.
juice and organic avocado oil soothe an natural sunscreens prevent fading. benefits.
irritated scalp, while pro-vitamin B5 adds 24. Mascara
shine and tensile strength. 21. lip Balm MuSq MuSqhave Mineral
MaKe-UP Mukti MaCaDaMia MaSCara in Onyx
16. Conditioner & hOney liP BalM ($38.00; www.musq.com.au)
Dr BrOnner’S OrganiC 18. Foundation ($14.95; www.muktibotanicals.com.au) What we liked: that it moisturises and
Shikakai COnDitiOning livinia Mineral CrèMe What we liked: this softening, strengthens lashes while adding colour; plus,
hair rinSe in CitruS FOunDatiOn in WarM Beige protective blend of certified organic being 100 percent natural, it doesn’t contain
($16.95; www.drbronner.com.au) ($62.00; www.livinia.com.au) macadamia, jojoba, raw honey, beeswax, any irritating plastic fibres.
What we liked: this leaves hair feeling What we liked: that it is enriched with and calendula oils really is good enough
noticeably softer, fuller, and fluffier. the jojoba oil, shea butter and vitamin E, and to eat! 25. eye Shadow
organic shikakai, lemon juice, coconut so moisturises and protects skin, as well as aDOrn Mineral Make-uP Day/night
and hemp fatty acids all help to repair offering the perfect amount of coverage. 22. lipgloss eyeShaDOW triO in Blue eyeS
dry, flyaway, and damaged hair. MOrgan annie Mineral glOSS ($60.00; www.adornmineralcosmetics.com.au)
19. tinted Moisturiser in SOFt Pinky PluM What we liked: this cream-to-powder trio
Jane ireDale DreaM tint ($36.00; www.morganannie.com.au) is great for those who struggle to blend eye
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SPF 15 in MeDiuM light What we liked: How it gives lips a shadow seamlessly, and the intense colours
($72.00; www.margifox.com.au) creamy, rich colour while also nourishing really do make your eyes pop.
What we liked: It’s hard to beat this them with jojoba and orange oils,
product for a sheer glow that also vitamin E and carnauba wax – plus it
stops moisture loss, calms redness and stays on for hours.
Our criteria
Make your beauty dollar count! all products in
boosts elasticity. titanium dioxide adds
our awards are free from sulphates, parabens,
sPF 15 protection. phthalates, ammonia, synthetic fragrances and
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“this colour
is a great take
on nude, with
that subtle hint
of frost.”
- dIannE,
gold Coast, Qld.
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