Living in Australia it is SO important to ensure we are protecting our skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays that are beating down hard on our delicate faces- both in summer AND winter! But finding a good SPF that is easy to apply, not greasy and that doesn’t leave a white cast, can be quite the job! Don't worry though, we’ve done all the hard work for you to figure out the best natural spf options on the market! AND if you're using natural and organic make-up and skincare, chances are the antioxidants and amazing ingredients in those products are providing you with a base level of SPF alrea ..read more

Sweating is normal! That’s right! We all sweat! It’s an essential detoxifying process our bodies go through. Mainstream deodorants and anti-perspirants use toxic chemicals such aluminium, parabens, Talc, propylene glycol and triclosan to prevent our underarms from sweating by blocking off our sweat ducts so that no sweat can get out. This process alone is dangerous as it prevents our bodies from releasing toxins and keeps them in our bodies instead- NOT something we want to be doing AT ALL! On top of this the toxic chemicals in mainstream deodorants are absorbed straight into our underarm skin ..read more

The female body is incredibly powerful. Ever cycling, changing and shifting, and for many young women, moving through a monthly menstrual cycle. On average, a woman will have over 400 menstrual cycles throughout her reproductive years and will likely make her way through MANY pads and tampons in this time. But have you ever stopped to think where discarded pads and tampons end up? Disposable pads and tampons have a huge environmental impact - contributing to landfill and also (depending on the brand) production of more single use plastic. But what if we had an alternative that meant zero waste ..read more

There’s something magical about our sense of smell. Have you ever walked past someone wearing the very first perfume you owned and felt the excitement of your adolescent years come rushing back? Or smelt the salt of the ocean and been taken back to those endless summer holidays in the sun? Our sense of smell is so closely associated with memory that the slightest hint can arouse powerful emotions almost instantaneously. It’s amazing right?!  It STOPS being amazing when cosmetic companies come along and take advantage of it. The whole perfume industry is built around these associations. T ..read more

We’ve all had our fair share of ‘bad hair’ days right? And on a superficial level, this can really mess with our self esteem. But have you ever given much thought to the health of your head? Even though most hair products are washed out after a few minutes, this is all it takes for the 20 blood vessels, 650 sweat glands, and 1,000 nerve endings on your scalp to soak in the toxins. SO WHAT ARE OUR TRIED AND TESTED FAVES? Let us take you through our top picks for natural shampoo/conditioner, treatment options and dry shampoo! And if you’re after more check out our Switch to Natural Ebook for ALL ..read more

  There are so many amazing natural skincare products out there it can be hard to know where to start or what's going to work best for your particular skin! Lucky for you we've done the hard work for you and have you totally covered! Best cleansers and toners you ask? Look no further! And if you’re after a complete, persoanlised skincare regime (specifically for YOUR skin type) check out our Switch to Natural Guide HERE CLEANSERS KORA Organics Cream Cleanser $44.95 Rich in avocado and Rosehip oil this cleanser will leave the skin hydrated and will clean the skin without stripping the moi ..read more

IMAGE CREDIT: @EREPEREZCOSMETICS We have trialled over 15 natural foundations but we want to make it EASY for YOU to choose the best ones for your skin type and the coverage that you want so we are going to take you through our TOP favourites. AND if you are after more help in nailing the perfect natural foundation for you, check out our Switch to Natural Ebook where we take you through personalised recommendations for your skin type and skin tone. LIGHT/MEDIUM COVERAGE Ere Perez Quinoa Water Foundation $42 A lightweight water-based vegan foundation. Rejuvenates while helping to reduce red ..read more

Serums are like superfoods for the skin, jam-packed full of nutrients and a sure fire way to leave you feeling AH-MAZING! Not only do they provide moisture and nourishment to the skin at a cellular level, they also provide additional, targeted benefits. By harnessing vitamins and antioxidants to encourage repair and rehydration of your skin cells, serums often address particular concerns, whether that be aging or adding glow to lacklustre skin. WHAT ARE THE MAIN BENEFITS -They are able to penetrate the skin at a deeper level than facial oils and moisturisers as they are water based (rather th ..read more

One World Ayurveda in Bali is a retreat to completely immerse you in ancient Ayurvedic therapies that will leave you feeling totally renewed in the most energetically grounding and balanced way possible. The Panchakarma retreat, described as “the ultimate and most effective healing experience in the science of Ayurveda”  is truly the most transformative detox and retreat I have experienced, as it encourage healing on a holistic level - mind, body and soul.  My experience at Oneworld Ayurveda Panchakarma was honestly life changing. The daily hatha yoga, meditation, massages ..read more

The most important products to switch to natural are the products that cover the largest surface area of our bodies as our skin absorbs 60-90% of everything we put on it! So, where to start? Body lotions, oils and body washes and we have some amazing goodies to share with you.. And if you’re wanting to go for the full switch (body, skincare, makeup), check out our Switch to Natural Ebook HERE. BODY CARE $29.95 Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Oil Created with biodynamic ingredients including Sea Buckthorn oil, light Sesame Oil and fresh-fragrant essential oils. This luxurious oil brings a golden ra ..read more