SIENNA NAIL POLISH BYRON BAY
After spending an hour in the nail salon, it is easy for a conscious beauty lover to wonder about the damaging effects those fumes and heavy chemicals may have on both our health and the environment. This is the exact predicament that founder of Sienna Byron Bay, Danielle, found herself in when she started her career as a nail tech. With more information coming to light about how certain chemicals and toxins affect our bodies, the desire to create non-toxic nail polish became more compelling. Sienna Byron Bay has made it their mission to create clean, non-toxic nail polish that is safer to use from the beginning, and boy, have they nailed the brief.
Many nail polishes contain lots of nasty chemicals that can negatively impact our health so the main goal for Sienna in creating toxic-free nail polish was to eliminate these potentially harmful toxins and chemicals. Sienna uses Ethyl Acetate as their base ingredient instead which is derived from sugar cane.
Talk about being beauty conscious, Sienna doesn’t stop there! The team is extremely dedicated to making every possible improvement when it comes to sustainability. They have truly thought of every detail, from the tip of the brush to the packaging it arrives in. Their packaging is 100% recyclable, the timber cap can be put straight into your compost bin. The plastic brush and glass bottle need to be washed with nail polish remover to ensure they are free of any excess residue before recycling (and if you are still unsure, you can send your empties back to the HQ where the team will recycle them using their in-house recycling system).
We are loving the Sienna Tempest Classic Red Nail Polish, you can never go wrong with a classic red to add the perfect pop of colour to any outfit, especially in Winter! Sienna absolutely NAILS every colour, but this classic red is truly a CLASSIC and suits every skin tone and every outfit! Check out our August Catalogue, buy two Sienna Nail Polishes and receive a FREE Top Coat Polish.
THE JOJOBA COMPANY
The Jojoba Company reminds us that less is truly more when it comes to not only your skincare routine but your sustainability plan. Vicki Engsall co-founded The Jojoba Company in 2008 with her dad and began formulating products based on the principle of simplifying skincare and giving people back control of their skin, which effectively breaks the cycle of product dependency and allows the skin to fix itself.
The home-grown Jojoba is farmed in Beresford which is in the small rural town of Yenda in Australia’s Riverina region of New South Wales. The Beresford farm is the last standing Jojoba farm in Australia, which makes this product even more unique!
The Jojoba Company is extremely committed to sustainable practices and holds the brand to the highest of standards when it comes to creating sustainable, ethical and effective natural skincare. This means there are no chemicals, no nasties, no unnecessary synthetics, or fragrances.
Did you know that Jojoba is the only plant to store liquid wax in its seeds? AND it shares the same molecular structure as the natural oils found in healthy human skin! No wonder our skin responds so well to Jojoba Oil- it’s a match made in heaven!
Oil-based products often get a bad rep when it comes to being non-comedogenic however Jojoba oil has been verified as non-comedogenic which means the likelihood of it clogging your pores and producing blackheads is extremely low (Phew!). The Australian Jojoba Oil is an absolute must in your skincare routine, and as Jojoba stands for simple ingredients and simple skincare, this couldn’t be more fitting. The Australian Jojoba Oil is as simple and pure as they come, made up of 100% Australian Jojoba, it is super versatile and can be used on the face and body (even in your hair and scalp) to strengthen and smooth the skin cells for healthier and more youthful looking skin.
JSHEALTH
Founded by Jessica Sepel, one of Australia’s most sought-after health and wellness experts and certified clinical nutritionists. Jess is a passionate advocate of nourishing your body naturally and believes that health should be an overall lifestyle so with this commitment to naturally nourishing your body, JS Health was created. JS Health Vitamins have gained a cult-like following with people all over the world raving about the visible improvement in their hair, skin, bloating, digestion, gut health, energy, and sleep. The quality of products is what sets JSHealth aside from other vitamin brands with vitamins formulated specifically for women’s needs, such as hormone balance, skin + hair and detox + debloat formulas to nourish your body from the inside out.
The team’s commitment to giving back to the community is immeasurable with JSHealth making commitments to donate JSHealth Vitamins to nurses in the ICU sectors across Australia to support nurses’ energy levels, provide stress relief and improve sleep. JSHealth is committed to continuously improving their sustainable packaging and we love to see it! All Vitamin bottles are recyclable in normal household recycling. It doesn’t end there- JS Health are huge advocates for the Friends of the Sea mission to protect the oceans by using only the highest-quality fish oil from sustainable fisheries so a win for us and a win for the ocean!
JS Health is all about loving your skin from the inside out and boy do we have a couple of fan favourites when it comes to the JS Health vitamin range. The Vitality X + Collagen Nourish + Glow Powder is not only packed with nutrients and vitamins that really do make your skin glow, but it also tastes delicious with no fishy smell or taste. Mix one level scoop to a glass of water, your morning smoothie, juice or cold drink of choice and consume daily, morning or night. JS Health Collagen powder maintains skin firmness and increases elasticity for females while improving skin hydration. Visit your local WholeLife Pharmacy & Healthfoods (store locations here) to grab 20% off JS Health products during the catalogue period of August.
ACURE
Acure is a Florida-based family run business with a mission of delivering eco-friendly skincare, hair care and body care products using cleaner ingredients in better-for-you bases. Acure set the baseline for producing amazing skin-care products that are 100% vegan, paraben-free, sulphate free, mineral oil free, petroleum free and cruelty free.
Acure is founded on the principle of transparency when it comes to manufacturing – no skeletons in the closet here! As a member of the SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit), Acure openly shares manufacturing data with retail partners and stands by the four pillars of SMETA relating to labour standards, health and safety, business ethics and the environment. This means Acure tells all when it comes to how and where their products are made, how cool is that.
Welcome, the Acure Incredibly Clear Facial Cleansing Bar! We love this alternative cleanser because it is designed to replicate a bar of soap, meaning no plastic packaging! It is super easy to store (we suggest keeping it in the shower) and lasts longer than a regular foam or gel cleanser would. The 100% vegan ingredients in this magic bar perform wonders for people with oily skin. Enriched with rosehip oil, sea kelp, watermelon and peppermint, the bar draws out impurities and leaves your skin feeling naturally nourished! Use it as you would any other bar of soap by lathering it up with water between your hands and apply the soapy lather to your face for a refreshing cleanse.
SUKIN
Founded in 2007, Sukin has become the benchmark for conscious beauty products globally. Sukin have not been quiet about their presence in the uprising health and wellness movement. Sukin is a vocal advocate in producing eco-conscious and natural beauty products that are accessible and affordable for all.
A brand that is built on the land of promise, they do not fall short of their stable and steady promises. Sukin was the leader in leading the new generation of the famous ‘NO List’ and you already know we love a NO list here at WholeLife, so let’s hear from the experts in the game. What is on Sukins NO List? (Strap in, it’s a long one!)
Sukin promises:
- No Petroleum
- No Sulphates (SLS/SLES)
- No Mineral Oils
- No Synthetic Fragrances
- No Animal Derivatives
- No Artificial Colours
- No Phthalates
- No Parabens or Silicones
If there is one Sukin product you need, it is the Hydrating Mist Toner! This mist is alcohol-free with blends of Chamomile and Rosewater to help soothe and purify tired and dull skin. The Hydrating Mist Toner can be used in a million *dramatic effect* different ways! Spritz it on your face after you cleanse for a moisturising effect, lightly mist your face before applying makeup for a hydrating effect or keep it in your fridge and spritz your face and chest for a refreshing wake-up call.
