It’s green tea.

Green tea is derived from the leaves and buds of the Camellia Sinensis plant. This same plant is also used in Oolong and black teas, but green tea does not go through the same withering and oxidation process, which is why green tea has superpowers.

Green Tea’s Superpowers

The magic component of green tea is the polyphenols (also called catechins). These potent powerhouses have anti-microbial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties that can transform your skin.

Scientific studies in 2016 and 2018 proved that these polyphenols were effective at treating acne-prone and oily skin, and delivered powerful anti-aging benefits as well.

Green tea has been used for centuries on both hair and skin, because of its multifaceted nature. It’s been studied as a treatment for a variety of conditions, like acne, rosacea, psoriasis, viral warts, and even skin cancer.

Some of green tea’s superpowers are quite impressive.

Minimizes Signs of Aging

As an antioxidant, green tea scavenges free radicals caused by environmental stressors like UV radiation and pollution. Free radicals damage skin cells causing DNA damage to them, which prematurely ages your skin. Polyphenols fight this damage by promoting DNA repair.

When used topically, green tea can make a difference in the presence of acne and blackheads. Research has shown that a lotion made with a two percent concentration of green tea extract can eliminate close to half of all acne when used twice a day.

Soothes Your Skin

Green tea can reduce inflammation in skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dandruff. This means less irritation, puffiness, and itch.

Its anti-inflammatory properties are not only good for healing skin, but they help reduce puffiness under your eyes.

They’re just two different names for cannabis, a type of flowering plant in the Cannabaceae family.

While science doesn’t differentiate between “hemp” and “marijuana,” there are some pretty big differences. Legally, the key difference comes down to the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content.

THC is one of the many chemicals (“cannabinoids”) found in the cannabis plant. THC is the chemical that’s primarily responsible for the “high” associated with marijuana.

Hemp Will Not Get You High

The term “hemp” is used to mean cannabis that contains 0.3 percent or less THC content by dry weight.

So while Cannabis Sativa (hemp seed) oil won’t get you high, it may put you over the moon with its AMAZING benefits for hair and skin care.

What is Hemp Seed Oil?

Hemp Seed Oil is harvested by cold-pressing seeds from the plant. It’s a clear green oil and does not contain any THC, which is the part of the cannabis plant that can “get you high.” It does, however, contain important nutrients, vitamin, and minerals, including:

• Carotene
• Chlorophyll
• Calcium
• Magnesium

Do you want to know how hemp oil actually helps your hair and skin?

Benefits for Skin

Hemp seed oil moisturizes without clogging pores so it’s perfect for most skin types.

Hemp seed oil balances oily skin by hydrating it and regulating oil production. Excessive dryness can cause your skin to overproduce oil, which blocks your pores.

Hemp Seed Oil contains the essential fatty acids (EFAs) omega-6 and omega-3. These fatty acids act as super powerful anti-inflammatory agents. They also encourage skin cell growth and new cell turnover and make your skin more elastic (think: “less saggy”). The EFA profile of hemp seed oil is actually better than both fish oil and flaxseed oil.

Hemp Seed Oil also contains anti-inflammatory gamma linoleic acid (GLA) as well as omega-9. The linoleic acid and oleic acids found in hemp oil cannot be produced by your body. These acids play a crucial role in skin health and anti-aging. They’re important for clear, glowing skin. These ingredients reduce fine lines and wrinkles and can prevent them from developing.

So Hemp Seed Oil can calm inflammation and irritation of your skin, including for conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The vitamins and minerals will also keep the skin nourished and moisturized.

The EFAs in hemp oil also gives you shiny, stronger hair. The EFAs, omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9, are necessary for maximizing hair growth. Scalp massage with hemp seed oils also promotes blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to your scalp and skin and may also boost hair growth.

Studies suggest that hemp seed oil can also relieve the symptoms of dry skin and itchiness in atopic dermatitis, too. A less-itchy scalp may mean less dandruff!

Let’s Recap…

Hemp seed oil benefits for hair include:

• Maximizing hair growth
• Moisturizes scalp and hair
• Protects and strengthens damaged hair
• Improves shine

Why are we going on and on about hemp seed oil?

…Because we believe in healthy hair! We intentionally selected hemp seed oil to use in some of our hair care products because of its many benefits.

If you like strong, healthy, shiny hair –- we think you’ll love it, too!

We use hemp seed oil in our Bond Integrity Protein Hair Treatment, Invigorate Biotin Shampoo & Conditioner, and our Deep Conditioner Hair Mask. Each of these will help you nurture beautiful hair.

Are you ready to win your fight with time?

We’re in your corner… Girl, you got this!

Some of the most common signs of aging that most of us want to get rid of include wrinkles and discoloration, especially around your eyes. Let’s tackle these issues one at a time.

Wrinkles

While genetics mainly determine your skin structure and texture, Ultraviolet (UV) light exposure is a major cause of wrinkles, especially for people with light skin. (Pollutants and smoking also contribute to wrinkling!) This is why wrinkles are most prominent on your face, neck, hands, and forearms.

As you age, your body produces less of the natural oils in your skin. These oils help to “plump up” your skin and give it a nice tone. Without them, your skin feels dry and looks less plump (or more wrinkled). With these oils missing, pollution, makeup, and dirt can cause more damage to your skin.

Not to mention what your face goes through in a typical day… The skin on your face is continually covered with bacteria, pollutants, viruses, dirt, and old (dead) skin cells. These clog your pores, and destroy the natural oils that are good for your skin.

Using a good cleanser, like the LuxeOrganix Purifying Facial Cleanser, will help you rid your skin of the dirt, grime, and toxins from pollution.

The activated bamboo charcoal pulls dirt, grime, the day’s makeup, and everything else you don’t want from your pores, while collagen boosting MSM drives botanical extracts deep into your skin to balance oil production and improve tone, texture, and elasticity. Clean skin not only feels good, but it can help you fight wrinkles!

Hyperpigmentation (Dark Spots)

Hyperpigmentation, more commonly known as age spots, liver spots, and sunspots, is caused by overactive pigment cells. UV light (whether it’s from the sun, or a tanning bed) speeds up the production of melanin, a natural pigment that gives skin its color. On skin that has had years of sun exposure, age spots appear when melanin becomes clumped or is produced in high concentrations.

Unlike freckles, age spots do not fade over time. They’re in it for the long-haul, unless you know how to treat them. And you can do it without a laser…

Age spots may affect people of all skin types, but they’re more common in adults with light skin. They appear on the skin that has had the most UV exposure, like the backs of your hands, the tops of your feet, your face, shoulders, and upper back.

Your Eyes

It’s said that your eyes are the windows to your soul… What are your windows saying?

Maybe it’s because we use them so often that we’re most aware of the tiniest changes in the skin around our eyes. Wrinkles, discoloration, eye bags, dark circles… Who wants any of this?

We sure don’t… and we know you don’t want them, either!

That’s why we took what we know from our Vitamin C Infusion moisturizer, and we multiplied it for your eyes.

It’s full of antioxidants like coconut, tamanu, and CoQ10 to protect your skin and stimulate new cell growth.

The unique blend of organic and natural ingredients infuse and hold moisture, promoting long-term under-eye skin health while visibly reducing crow’s feet from wrinkles & fine lines.

You will love what you see when you use Brilliant Eyes. (And yes, that pun was intended!)

Knock out the effects of time.

You can do it.

Brilliant Eyes Bio-Advanced Eye Cream

While locked in at home during this pandemic, we were wondering… how are you taking care of you?

Seriously, self-care is as important to your overall well being as washing your hands and wearing a mask in public. But not a lot of people are talking about it.

 We thought we’d take a moment to share some ideas for working on your well-being without a drastic change to your daily routine. We’re hoping you like these ideas enough that you continue them beyond the stay-at-home orders.

• Essential Oils Can Invigorate!
  Our Invigorate Biotin Shampoo and Conditioner use Rosemary, Mint, and Vanilla for a heavenly-scented, cool, and invigorating spa experience. Some of this delicious scent is from essential oils.

  Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants, capturing the plant’s scent and flavor, or “essence.” Some essential oils – like mint – can leave your skin with a cool tingling sensation. This is good! It’s stimulating your skin and bringing more blood-flow and healing to the area that’s tingling.

  Want to amp-up the self-care power of your next shower? Dim the lights (or use candles), lock your pets and kids out of the room, play some relaxing or energizing music, and spend an extra few minutes massaging your scalp while you shampoo.

Your hair and your body will thank you.
 

• Deep, Deep Condition for Softer, Shinier Hair.
  Our Coconut Oil Deep Conditioning Hair Mask works great in your shower… But did you know that you could leave it on your hair for an hour for a seriously deep conditioning experience? Try it!

  The certified organic virgin coconut oil and certified organic fair-trade shea butter soak into damaged hair. The longer you leave it on, the more benefit you’ll see.Just shampoo your hair as usual, rinse and apply your LuxeOrganix Deep Conditioner Hair Mask, combing it through your hair with a wide-tooth comb. If your hair is long, pile it up onto the top of your head.

  Wrap a towel around your wet hair and go about your business for the next hour.
  Do your nails, read, or drink your coffee during this time. When your hour is up, rinse your hair thoroughly with warm water, and dry and style as usual.

  You’ll notice the difference, and so will everyone else.

Next, using the pads of your fingers, make small circular movements beginning between the eyebrows, finishing at the temples. Finally, use your pinky fingers to alternate tapping the delicate skin underneath your inner eye, working outward toward your temples.

These tips apply to both women AND MEN. Don’t be shy!

We truly hope you find a few minutes to pamper you. And that you enjoy it.

Be well, feel beautiful.

Purifying Facial Cleanser

#InThisTogether

As the world pulls together during this Coronavirus pandemic, our LuxeOrganix team wanted to share what they are doing to stay healthy in all ways, hoping it might inspire and encourage you. Most of our team is working virtually from home these days. We asked everyone to contribute a few lines on what they’re doing while they’re under various quarantine orders.

We also share one of our favorite recipes. It’s easy to make, healthy, and soooo yummy! We’re sure those around your dinner table will enjoy it as much as we do.

We’re not scientists, but we’re optimistic the pandemic will pass and we’ll all be able to enjoy our favorite activities again soon.

As always, and especially during these times, thank you for supporting USA companies and products Made in the USA, like LuxeOrganix.

Wherever you are, be well and…

feel beautiful.

Words of Encouragement From Our USA Family-Owned Company

Healthy & Delicious Eating

Matthew’s Friday Pizza Night Recipe

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 °F.  
2. Make the crust by combing the first four ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Form the mixture into a thin, circular crust shape on a parchment-lined, lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until golden, about 20 minutes.  
3. Top the crust with pesto, then sauce, then cheese, and tomato slices. Bake until cheese is melted, about 7 to 10 minutes.  
4. Cut into 4 pieces. Half of the pizza = 1 serving.  

ENJOY!

When looking through shampoo aisles, the colorful rows of bottles can seem endless. At the supermarket, the amount of options can be dizzying–but it doesn’t have to be this way! Many hair care enthusiasts are making all-natural shampoo and conditioner a requirement of their shopping lists and daily lives. Read on to learn more about how LuxeOrganix’s new biotin shampoo and conditioner is an excellent example of why you should go natural!

1. Chemicals!

The jury is still out on the long-term effects of chemicals. But, studies show that the immediate effects of too many chemicals can negatively affect general health.

Parabens and sulfates are two common ingredients that are known for being harsh on hair health. All-natural shampoos avoid these chemicals.

Synthetic chemicals like these are known to be harsh on hair. As they clean, they can destroy the good natural oils and affect proper pH balance, negatively affecting hair and skin. On the flip side, natural shampoos – such as those made by LuxeOrganix – use natural oils, like rosemary, tea tree, and mint, to both clean and restore.

When thinking about chemicals, it is important to understand that different people are sensitive to different things. All-natural shampoos often work best for people who are sensitive to chemicals.

Chemical sensitivity can be confirmed by a doctor, but if you are using shampoo and it is inflaming your skin, then you might want to think about switching to an all-natural option. Natural shampoos also can help cut down on the itching and burning feeling that makes some people uncomfortable.

2. Hair Strengthening

Want to try out that new hair-do? Natural shampoos and conditioners that boost keratin and biotin can give hair the extra volume you desire.
People that use natural products containing these natural ingredients can actively restore the natural balance of hair that might be worn down from the environmental pollutants, and the general dirt and dust of a busy life.

While many shampoos aim only to clean and artificially fragrance hair, natural shampoos work towards the long-term health of your scalp and locks.

Strengthening hair now means setting your hair up for success in the future. It is never too late to start a health-conscious hair care routine that will keep your hair looking better and feeling stronger for years to come.

3. Improve Scalp Health

The health of your scalp is important to think about on a daily basis. Natural oils can build up on your scalp, and when not washed off, these oils can block pores, leading to inflamed, unhealthy skin. Oftentimes, synthetic shampoos that contain pesky chemicals can actually eliminate the scalp’s natural oils, and this is no good for scalp health or healthy hair growth!

Using a safe and healthy shampoo and conditioner is crucial to preventing and eliminating many common scalp and hair problems.

High-quality brands like LuxeOrganix include essential oils, alongside biotin and natural plant extracts and vitamins, in their formulations. These essential oils, such as rosemary, peppermint, and tea tree oil, have been used historically for their anti-inflammatory properties over thousands of years.

Having a healthy scalp means having a healthy head of hair. Managing the scalp’s natural oils instead of eliminating them can make all the difference when it comes to improving the look, feel, and longevity of your hair. It can also help prevent or diminish the overproduction of oils which can cause dry, itchy, or flaking scalp, as well as oily, greasy-looking hair. The proper balance of your natural oil production is a key component to having healthy looking and healthier growing hair.

4. Boost your Appearance

Many who use shampoo-containing synthetic chemicals rely on an excess of other hair products to maintain the hairstyle that they want.

Biotin shampoo and conditioner make hair look shiny, refreshed, and ready to go without needing to use other products.

While chemical-heavy shampoos leave hair looking dead and dried out, natural shampoo rejuvenates hair. And people can tell! One customer of LuxeOrganix has said that using the biotin shampoo, “made me feel like I was seventeen again. I felt like my hair had returned to the health it had pre-work and pre-kids.”

It is unreasonable to think that you have to trade the health of hair for beauty. With all-natural shampoos, customers concerned with good health and wellbeing are reclaiming the healthy hair that they deserve, and are looking good while doing it. Natural products help give you a glow that leaves you smiling as you walk away from your mirror.

5. Colorful Hair, Fear Not

With all the creative choices out there for hair color, it is a shame when we see ahead of hair dull in color, largely caused by shampoo with too many chemicals.

Some shampoos not only dull the color of hair, but they also wash out the color altogether! There are even some brands that package their shampoos as being “color-safe,” yet they contain ingredients known for dulling or stripping color from the hair, such as sulfates or sodium chloride.

LuxeOrganix’s products are safe to use on both colored, bleached and keratin-treated hair. And there’s something else. Remember the rejuvenating qualities of the oils in all-natural shampoos we mentioned before? Well, these effects can also improve hair that has been worn down by too much bleaching and dyeing.

With a natural shampoo and conditioner, people can have beautifully colored, vibrant hair while maintaining hair health and strength.

6. Beat the Itch!

This has a lot to do with scalp health, but it is worth talking about as an individual concern. 

Itchy scalps are the bane of people everywhere. Not only is this problem hugely annoying, but itchy scalps are often caused by the mistreatment and improper balance of the scalp. What’s more is that using nails to scratch your itchy scalp can cause even more damage to your skin, and affect the appearance of your hair.
Nobody likes to be the person that lets loose a hail of dandruff on their shoulders when they absent-mindedly itch their dry scalp.

Having a healthy scalp means that dandruff doesn’t build up over time. Many people that switch to all-natural shampoos notice a decrease in dandruff and itch.

All-natural shampoo that uses anti-inflammatory oils like those featured by LuxeOrganix fights the itch on two fronts. First, the anti-inflammatory oils stop itching immediately, allowing for instant relief. Second, the absence of harsh chemicals allows for long-term scalp health.

7. You Can Fight Thinning of Hair

Studies show that thinning hair is one of the leading causes of depression for people over a certain age and has a significant impact on body image.

Many brands advertise chemicals that will “regrow” hair. Several of these tactics fail, and some of those that do work, grow hair unevenly or grow hair in unwanted places.

Companies like LuxeOrganix are quick to remind customers that all-natural shampoos and conditioners are not ways to regrow hair. Rather, they should be used as ways of maintaining hair and scalp health to prevent the loss of hair, and to free up any scalp issues that could be hindering proper hair growth.

Using brands with biotin can stop hair loss at the source by aiding the health of hair, but you should know that, oftentimes, hair loss is a genetic issue, or relates to stress or internal health.

Boosting the health of hair can cause it to be more voluminous – thick and healthy hair is an appealing benefit of all-natural shampoos and conditioners.

8. Sustainability in Hair Care

LuxeOrganix’s products and packaging utilize responsibly sourced materials. Sometimes you pay a bit more, but this little bit extra goes a long way.

The move towards more natural shampoos means that big industries are getting shoved aside by innovative brands like LuxeOrganix, which sources its production in the United States and is a family-owned company and is run by women.

Natural ingredients mean less problematic sourcing of material. Many of the essential oils necessary for natural shampoos are readily available and have been used widely by many communities before the proliferation of chemical shampoos.

As the negative effects of certain corporate practices become bigger and well known, making small efforts to shift business towards small, thoughtful practices of sustainable brands can make all the difference.

9. The Packaging is Thoughtful

This ties into sustainability, but the packaging itself is such an important aspect of environmental awareness when you are selecting beauty brands.

This isn’t a given, and some companies that advertise all-natural hair care take shortcuts in production. Recyclable, user-friendly packaging is also an important feature for those concerned with the impact of disposable bottles on our environment. There is never a wrong reason to switch to more sustainable packaging.

LuxeOrganix recently re-outfitted its packaging, basing much of its new design on customer feedback. For example, to help customers differentiate the LuxeOrganix biotin shampoo from the biotin conditioner, the bottle packaging and design have been completely overhauled so that those who cannot see in the shower without glasses or contact lenses can now easily tell one product from the other! Getting bottles mixed up during your shower routine can be a nuisance – LuxeOrganix’s new biotin shampoo and conditioner packaging now stop this from happening, all thanks to customer feedback.

10. You Feel Good About It

All of the factors discussed add up to one statement: using all-natural shampoo can make you feel good about the appearance and health of your hair, and what you are putting on your body.

Not only do shampoos like those from LuxeOrganix make hair look good, the essential oils included in these natural formulations make the experience of washing hair luxurious and restorative. In fact, several LuxeOrganix customers report that showering “feels like aromatherapy.”

The relaxing effects of essential oils allow users to decompress while maintaining standards of hair health that are not achievable with chemical shampoos.

As a US-based woman-owned company, LuxeOrganix ethically sources its material and does not use animal testing—an example of the thoughtful approach to sustainability taken up by this tight-knit brand.

Supporting companies that hold sustainability in high regard means supporting US jobs, animals, and the economy. Supporting small businesses that use sustainable methods is a great way to feel good about the products you choose to purchase! Boosting hair strength, protecting the shine of colored hair, and improving the overall lustre of one’s hair are great additional benefits to making the switch.

And there you have it! 10 Reasons Why You Should Switch to All Natural Shampoos and Conditioners./strong>

If you’re interested in finding out more about how to use natural ingredients to help hair health, peruse our website!