Which Raw Gaia products

are best for your skin & a

recommended skin care routine:

Here you will find our recommendations to help you decide which Raw Gaia products may be
best for your type of skin and condition as well as a suggested skin care routine.
If you need information on how to use any of the skin care products mentioned here, please visit
the relevant product page at posh organix.

SKIN CARE ROUTINE

This is the general skin care routine we would recommend. Feel free to adapt it according to your
type of skin and condition, as described below.

Daily morning care:

· Wash your face with warm water. You can use a soft facial loofah to gently exfoliate your
skin. If you have dry skin, avoid using soap on your face.
· If necessary, apply the Living Facial Cleanser.
· Mist your face with the Floral Face Toner
· Use one of Raw Gaia’s Moisturizers or creams. If you want the moisturizer to sink in more
readily, you can mist your face with the Toner after applying the moisturizer or apply to wet
skin. Use a very small amount of moisturizer if you are going to use make up.

Daily evening care:

· Wash your face with warm water. If your skin is dry, avoid using soap on your face.
· Cleanse using the Living Facial Cleanser (it will remove dirt, makeup, mascara, etc)
· Mist your face with the Floral Face Toner
· Use one of Raw Gaia’s Moisturizers or creams. In the evening, you may want to apply more
moisturizer / cream than in the morning.
· Apply the Revitalising Eye Oil for extra care in the area around the eyes.

To keep your face nicely glowing and cleansed, once a week use the Raw Chocolate Face Pack or the Sun-dried Green Clay Face Pack.

General body care:

After a shower or bath, you can use any of Raw Gaia’s moisturizers and creams as hand and body
creams. The Coconut Butter and Shea Butter are also excellent moisturizers for arms and legs. Shea
Butter is particularly good for very dry skin. Or you can use the Living Beauty Massage Bar or the
Detox Massage Bar, which are particularly nice after a shower or bath.
To wash your body and hands, use any of our Raw Soaps. They are extremely gentle, feel very
nice to use and will not dry out your skin.

PRODUCTS FOR OILY SKIN AND/OR ACNE:

For oily skin and/or acne, we would recommend:
· Raw Chocolate Face Pack or Sun-Dried Green Clay, once a week
· Living Facial Cleanser, applying it once or twice a day
· Witchhazel Floral W ater, which is also very good for oily skin, so can you use it once a day or
whenever it feels appropriate
· As a moisturizer, you can try the MSM Beauty Spray, which is a very light moisturizer. You can
also use the MSM Beauty Cream provided you use it very lightly (it may help to apply it on
your face with wet hands).
· Please note that the Living Facial Cleanser will moisturize your skin, so if your skin is very oily,
you may not need to use a moisturizer / cream separately.
· The Floral Face Toner will help to balance the skin.

PRODUCTS

PRODUCTS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

Many adults and babies with extremely sensitive skin or suffering from skin conditions such as
dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, etc. have found our skin care range truly effective. We think that this
is due to the purity and living nature of our products and the use of plant-based ingredients that
have special soothing and healing qualities.
So, in regards to selecting a moisturizer, you can try the Hemp Living Moisturizer or the For Her
Babies Living Cream. The latter does not contain any essential oils and is therefore recommended
for people sensitive to them.
If you are sensitive to essential oils, avoid those products that contain essential oils and use instead
Raw Gaia’s organic, cold-pressed oils and floral waters according to your particular needs.
Other products that are generally suitable for sensitive skin:
· Sun-Dried Green Clay, used once a week
· Floral Face Toner
· As a cleanser, you can use a Floral Water (like Rose) instead of the Living Facial Cleanser.

PRODUCTS FOR COMBINATION SKIN:

For combination skin, we recommend the following:
· Living Facial Cleanser, applying it once or twice a day.
· Use one of Raw Gaia’s moisturizers / creams except in oily areas. (The cleanser will moisturise
your skin, therefore you may not need to use a moisturiser/ cream in the oily parts of your face.

The Raw Gaia Team

Product reviews:
Find out what the Posh Organix review team thinks of a product based on:
a) The manufactures promise versus reality,
b) purity of ingredients,
c) and value, packaging, and smell.

AND, find out what consumers think of a product. When reading consumer reviews please be aware of reading skin type profiles to be sure the product is right for you.
Please leave a review under comments if you have tried the product. Make sure to add your skin type profile ( age, gender, climate, skin type (oily, dry, aging, acne concerns etc..)

Crème Nutri-Functional #1 White lotus & Norwegian Kelp Facial Moisturizer by Mod.skin

The Promise: Taken from manufactures website:
Natural ingredients – 70% Organic
•Hydrate and nourish skin with
essential vitamins, minerals and
amino acids
•Improve tone and resilience
•Prime complexion for the elements
and for your cosmetic routine
•Protect skin from aging effects of
free radicals
•Fortify and oxygenate skin mantle
with collagen-boosting kelp
•Grape seed, Lotus, & Green Tea protect from damage and offer a complete source of vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, amino acids and trace nutrients.

The Reality:
(how it works, value, packaging, smell)
• Skin is noticeably more hydrated in just one use.
• Only use on dry or dehydrated skin.
• Non-greasy feel
• Light earthy smell
• Simple, recyclable packaging.
• Spot test if you have sensitive skin. Can cause irritation in some people.
• When used daily lasts for 4-6 months.
• Price: 2 oz. 48.00 A little pricey; however, the manufacturer does not skimp on high quality ingredients.

Ingredient Review: See list of ingredients here.
Pros: Loaded with whole plant based ingredients.
Cons: Contains phenoxynol which is a controversial ingredient. At, this time nothing has been proven to confirm a reason for concern.

Consumer Reviews:
Name: Kelly
“This product truly lives up to it’s promise of ultimate hydration and an increase in tone. My skin is exposed to very harsh weather on a daily basis, below freezing temperatures, wind, snow, you name it. Since using this product, the near constant flaking I’ve dealt with in winters past is gone. I’ve also noticed a decrease in the appearance of fine lines. The best thing about this moisturizer is the lack of irritating scents and ingredients. It goes on smooth and feels healthy and light on the skin. I recommend this product.”

Skin Profile
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Skin Type: Dry/ combination, occasional breakouts
Climate: Extreme cold

Buy Crème Nutri-Functional #1 White lotus & Norwegian Kelp Facial Moisturizer by Mod.skin at PoshOrganix.com

Hector Bolanos and Lisa Lennon , a husband and wife team, founded Raw Gaia with an inspiring mission. They wanted to create a product with the purest 100% organic, fair-trade, living and vegan ingredients. They wanted products that stood out with ingredients such as cold-pressed butters and oils as well as high-grade essential oils. The end result, intensely nourishing products that maintain the life force of the ingredients and all their antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals to heal, & nourish your skin. In addition to creating such fantastic products, Raw Gaia continues to stand out as a company with very high ethical, environmental and fair trade principles.

On a personal note, I have been using the MSM Beauty Cream over the last few months, and I’ve noticed measurable results in my skin’s appearance. I absolutely love the product and am hooked!

Here is what Lisa Lennon had to say about creating Raw Gaia and the inspiration behind it all:

(SR) With so many organic brands out there, what makes Raw Gaia products stand out?

(LL) Our products are raw, vegan, handmade and living as well as organic.

(SR) What was your inspiration for Raw Gaia?

(LL) I suffered with dry skin and eczema and none of the products that I tried worked so I started experimenting in the kitchen and researching. By this time myself and my partner Hector had been following a raw vegan diet so it made sense to continue using this principle with the products. After a lot of perseverance I came up with my first moisturiser (For her Daughters) and I was amazed with the results so I decided to give it to a few friends to try. The response was so wonderful that Hector and I decided we had a winning formula on our hands and decided to start selling the Moisturiser and soon we developed a whole range of living products.

(SR) What is “living skin care” & how important is it?

(LL) Living skin care means that the products are not heated, we use a low temperature process to produce them. Cold-pressed fats and oils, kept at low temperatures, help to beautify the skin, strengthen the cell membranes and restore nutrients to the tissues that your body nourishes from the existing life force of the ingredients. In contrast, subjecting to high temperatures destroy most of this living energy.

(SR) What benefits did you notice in your skin after switching to a “living skincare” regimen?

(LL) I no longer suffered from dry skin.

(SR) What is your most common customer compliment?

(LL) That their skin feels and looks amazing!

(SR) Do you have any favorite products in your line?

(LL) The MSM cream and spray which is a nutritional form of sulphur, it is an essential component in the formation of collagen, elastin, cartilage and keratin. It gives flexibility, tone and strength to muscles, bones, joints, internal membranes and especially the skin, hair and nails.

(SR)What skin types benefit the most from your products?

(LL) Dry skin, eczema, acne or rosacea

(SR)How is Raw Gaia environmentally responsible and why is this important to you?

(LL)

No machinery

No Surplus packaging

Recyclable containers

Vegan

No animal testing

Today is a great time to focus on the big and small ways we can all do our part at home and work and in our communities on a daily basis to nurture our planet and conserve our natural resources. It is important for us to educate ourselves in this way so that our children who inherit the earth from us continue to do so.

(SR) What do you think is the brands biggest achievement?

(LL) Living product with no heating and our anti ageing ethical marketing.

(SR)What do you have planned for Raw Gaia’s future? Are these products the beginning of a much larger line or do you plan on keeping it small?

(LL) The business is growing slowly and gradually, we want it to continue growing but not to the extent that it becomes impersonal.

Shop Raw Gaia’s Living Skincare products here

Organic and natural skincare and makeup products have come a long way. Once thought of as only the tools of hippies, many modern products are designed with a more modern customer in mind. There are still lines that cater to a more “granola lifestyle”, and we don’t knock that! However there are some new, exciting lines that offer amazingly effective products that are both posh and luxurious. What can we say; nature and luxury are a perfect combination!

The following are some flawless examples:

Mod.skin Labs collection

Mod.skin products are both modest and luxurious. Exotic ingredients and subtle scents combine in honest and holistic whole-face care. Mod.skin is like a perfect black dress, minimal, classy, chic.

Afterglow Cosmetics

Afterglow Cosmetics has successfully produced natural formulations with high-fashion appeal. Choose from a wide variety of color palettes that will outperform traditional cosmetics. This amazing line is ideal for women with sensitive skin and other skin issues such as acne, and rosacea. Afterglow uses natural and certified organic ingredients free of petro-chemicals, preservatives, dyes, harmful fillers, and parabens. Experience the glow!

Wishing you beautiful, healthy skin!

This year Afterglow cosmetics made their first appearance at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. The celebrity gift bags included Afterglow’s organic mineral eye shadow, organic lipstick, & vegan cosmetic brushes

Afterglow also participated in charity events and makeovers at the event.

Find what the celebs are wearing at www.PoshOrganix.com

Beautiful Healthy Hair on the Green

With all the focus on green energy and green products, can you take care of your
hair & help the environment? Definitely! Probably more than you think. The best
part is these tips will also improve the health of your hair.

• Wash your hair less frequently

You can start by washing your hair every other day. Depending on your hair type
you may even be able to wash as infrequently as twice a week. Your hair may seem
overly oily at first; however, given some time and your scalps oil production
will adjust. Hair care professionals are mostly in agreement that it is not
necessary and can be damaging to wash you hair daily. When you wash your hair
less frequently this provides your hair with more time to recover the natural
oils that are stripped away during the washing process. The natural oils in your
hair are the best hair product on the market for soft, shiny healthy hair.

• Limit the time in the shower

When you limit the time in the shower hot water and energy usage is being decreased. This helps the environment because water usage is down and energy is
being conserved.

• Rinse with cold water

By rinsing with cold water, hot water and energy are saved. The cold water helps
to close the pores in the skin and the follicles in the hair. This leads to
shinier and softer hair.

• Do not repeat

Most shampoo bottles suggest that you should wash your hair more than once. This
is not necessary. This extra wash cycle only strips your hair of more natural
oils and leads to shampoo waste.

• Buy hair care products that are natural & organic

Since your shampoo and conditioner are going straight down the drain, make sure
you are not sending toxic chemicals into the water supply. Natural & organic
hair care products are also much gentler thus preventing overly robbing your
hair of natural oils.

• Use recycled and biodegradable bottles

Search for hair care products that are bottled responsibly. This will help
reduce pollution and waste.

Our Favorite Organic & Natural Hair Care Products:

Living Nature’s Hair Care Collection is comprised of naturally repairing and replenishing shampoos and
conditioners. These restorative formulas are free of synthetic chemicals. They
are full of the highest quality natural ingredients blended from New Zealand’s
rich and unique plant life. Additionally, Living Nature’s packaging is 100%
recyclable and contains a natural ingredient (15% calcium carbonate) which
reduces energy and plastic.

• Nourishing Shampoo for Dry Hair

• Nourishing Conditioner for Dry Hair

Winner of the 2008 Natural Health and Beauty Award

John Masters Organics developed one of the first luxury organic hair care lines. The celebrity
following is testament to the popularity of these products. John Masters
Organics has developed everything from shampoos and conditioners to volumizers
and styling gels. John Masters Organics is dedicated to exceptional ingredients
that are organic, bio-degradable and fairly traded whenever possible. In
addition, all essential oils are steam distilled, all plant oils are cold
pressed, minimal ink is used on packaging, bottles and boxes are recyclable and
the entire John Masters Organics line is cruelty free.

Here are a few of the best sellers:

• Lavender Rosemary Shampoo for Normal Hair

• Evening Primrose Shampoo for Dry Hair

• Citrus & Neroli Detangler

• Dry Hair Nourishment & Defrizzer

• Hair Pomade

• Lavender & Avocado Intensive Conditioner

* See more John Masters Organics products here.

Kelly Morris

Kelley Morris is a television reporter and anchorwoman for an NBC affiliated TV station in upstate New York.

She personally tests all our makeup products to ensure they are effective enough to be used professionally. We figure if they look good & hold up under harsh lighting, HDTV, and can last through multiple live shots, they can handle whatever you will put them through. Kelley will continue to keep us updated on her favorite organic cosmetics.