August 2013 Goodebox

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Reed’s passion for the incredible flavor and healing properties of ginger root has inspired the creation of six types of award winning home brewed ginger beverages as well as kombucha, ice creams & candies. Only the finest fresh herbs, roots, spices & fruits go into their  brews and they don’t let sugar, preservatives or anything artificial spoil the natural taste.

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Looking for a natural way to settle that unwanted queasy tummy when jetting around this summer? Try stashing a handful of these individually wrapped ginger chews in your carry on before saying bon voyage to home. It’s a known fact, chewing on crystallized ginger inhibits the nausea associated with dizziness and motion sickness, leaving you to simply enjoy the ride. Reed’s treasured treats are made from a popular Indonesian recipe generations old only containing real ginger, sugar and tapioca starch. Available in the traditional plain ginger or in peanut butter ginger for the more adventurous types!

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Pop one in your mouth before you board the plane, train or car to settle the stomach. Continue to suck on these gingery treats as needed throughout your trip.

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Primavera prides itself on a deep, collective understanding of plant therapy as well as fair trade partnerships with a worldwide community of organic farmers. Their products are intended to connect customers with nature every day; just as the Earth regulates seasons, life cycles & ecosystems, nature regulates the rhythms of each person’s body and mind. Primavera’s tagline says it all: Pure nature. Perfect balance. By allowing pure nature to be part of daily life, one invites the opportunity to discover perfect balance.

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This rich formula from across the pond is designed for maturing to normal skin to help lift and firm while delivering antioxidants to increase elasticity for healthy, more youthful skin. Featuring organic rose essential oil, which helps promote cell renewal, it evens skin tone and balances the senses while antioxidant rich organic pomegranate seed oil fights free radical damage. Skin also benefits from intense moisture provided by organic avocado oil and organic cocoa butter. Fair trade farm partners in India and Turkey provide PRIMAVERA its rose.

Key Ingredients:

• Organic Matcha Tea Powder – Contains calming anti-inflammatory properties and helps prevent free radical damage.
• Green Algae Extract – Enhances collagen, density, moisture & skin firmness. Decreases expression lines and wrinkles.

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Morning and night, after washing and toning (ideally with a PRIMAVERA cleanser and toner), and while skin is still damp, apply a nickel size amount to face, neck and décolletté, massaging in lightly until absorbed.

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Primavera prides itself on a deep, collective understanding of plant therapy as well as fair trade partnerships with a worldwide community of organic farmers. Their products are intended to connect customers with nature every day; just as the Earth regulates seasons, life cycles & ecosystems, nature regulates the rhythms of each person’s body and mind. Primavera’s tagline says it all: Pure nature. Perfect balance. By allowing pure nature to be part of daily life, one invites the opportunity to discover perfect balance.

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Designed for sensitive skin, this soothing moisturizer deeply hydrates as it rebuilds skin’s moisture barrier, helping the skin protect itself from external irritants and soothe away redness and sensitivity. Featuring organic chamomile essential oil to help relieve skin irritation while quieting the senses, and borage seed oil, rich in Omega-6 essential fatty acids to help regulate hydration and restore elasticity to the skin.  Clinical tests show  a 100% improvement of regeneration and protection of the skin’s moisture barrier and against redness after 28 days of use and a 38% increase in skin hydration. PRIMAVERA’s fair trade partner farms in Italy provide its chamomile oil.

Key Ingredients:

• Organic Chamomile Essential Oil – Eases irritation, soothes sensitive skin & calms the senses.
• Organic Borage Seed Oil – Rich in Omega-6 essential fatty acids it helps rebuild skin’s moisture barrier, regulates hydration & restores elasticity.

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Morning and night, after washing and toning (ideally with a PRIMAVERA cleanser and toner), and while skin is still damp, apply a nickel size amount to face, neck and décolletté, massaging in lightly until absorbed.

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Founded 30 years ago and boasting over 200 all natural bath and body creations sold in 19 countries, Kiss My Face is no newcomer to the green marketplace. First recognized for their simple Greek olive oil soaps, Kiss My Face now combines many natural and organic botanicals, vitamins & oils with cutting edge science to bring you wonderfully effective personal care products. They strive to use the highest level of post consumer, recycled content in every bottle, box, display or brochure so as to walk gently and respectfully with the earth.

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Pulling time tested ingredients from Mediterranean olive orchards and the dental care secrets of Icelandic natives, this whitening toothpaste is as worldly as you are. Olive leaf extract, Xylitol, Organic Aloe Vera & Peppermint Oil clean teeth, freshen breath and promote healthy gums while Iceland Moss (the Icelanders secret to pearly whites) works to gently whiten your noshers by fighting plaque-causing bacteria. Kiss My Face brings you a brighter smile the natural way, without relying on fluoride, SLS, parabens, or phthalates and is tastefully free of artificial sweeteners, colors, fragrances & preservatives.

Key Ingredients:

• Olive leaf extract – Antioxidants, Vitamin E & polyphenols repair cells and neutralize free radicals.
• Tea Tree Leaf Extract – With potent antiseptic and antibacterial properties, it works as a natural all purpose germ killer.

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Kaia Naturals aims to create products that make busy lives simple and do it with healthy natural ingredients that are cruelty-free certified. Their small, but innovative product line is manufactured in line with specific recommendations and standards developed by international bodies that certify natural and organic cosmetics.

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Perfect for any summer excursion, these all natural clothes treat your face to a rejuvenating, end of the day cleanse that rivals your nightly at-home routine. Each moist towelette imparts a nourishing supply of Vitamins B12, C & E while oat amino acids act as an extremely mild cleaner & antimicrobial Organic Canadian honey lifts and dissolves surface dirt, makeup, & waterproof mascara. These travel savvy, no-sting wipes take care of cleansing, toning & removing a day full of adventure all in one step!

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• Unbleached bamboo – Naturally eliminates bacteria and stays fresher longer than any other hardwood cleansing cloth fiber.

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Both sides of one cloth will do the trick, leaving skin velvety soft, no rinsing required. Professional Makeup Artist Jessa Blades of Blades Natural Beauty uses them regularly on the job, from weddings to high profile magazine shoots.

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Staying true to the principles of Reduce, Reuse & Recycle, Preserve makes a persuasive case to opt for their 100% recycled and recyclable products over conventional ones. Through their Gimme 5 program, #5 plastics (think Brita filters, yogurt cups, & hummus containers) that are not accepted for recycling in most cities are collected from drop off locations such as Whole Foods Markets then sorted, cleaned, tested & turned into new Preserve products. Increased recycling of these #5 plastic items via Gimme 5 has resulted in a sizable reduction in greenhouse gases and aided in the conservation of water, energy, oil, natural gas & coal used to manufacture plastic products.

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A no brainer for the eco conscious tooth brusher, Preserve’s products are powered by 100% recycled yogurt cups, are BPA free & are completely recyclable after use. Bristles are brand new nylon with choices of ultra soft, soft & medium texture and come in five fun colors to enliven your bathroom. No need to add “toothbrush” to your shopping list once it’s had it’s days either, with Preserve’s subscription program, a new brush is sent right to your door every 3 months!

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To recycle your brush, simply use the package it comes in as the return mailer for the toothbrush you’re ready to retire or drop it off in a Preserve Gimme 5 bin found at Whole Foods Market stores and other select locations.

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Blue Avocado believes that leading an eco conscious and reusable lifestyle should mean both doing good and looking good. Their products are designed to replace disposable items with durable options and give a little something back in the process. From lunch, to travel, to storage, to beauty & beyond, Blue Avocado creations give new life to recycled plastic bottles and feature an impact label to help you map your “green journey”.

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Light on environmental waste and heavy on style, these TSA compliant clear travel bags will save you from having to dig up the ziplocks pre-vacation! Durable, machine washable, lead free & PVC free, Eco Zip bags are made from 50% recycled REPREVE polyester fibers and easily fit 4 travel size bottles. The best part is, these reusable totes don’t just look trendy and cut down on environmental waste, 1% of profits from their purchase go to ocean research & conservation!

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If 4 mini bottles of product are not going to cut it, upgrade your Eco Zip collection to include medium and large sized bags.  Available in green, navy blue and black, they nest neatly for storage when not in use.

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Zoe Organics was born out of a passion for celebrating and protecting the lives of their children, family, community & planet. As mommies, they recognized a void to be filled for baby/childcare products combining truly natural, organic ingredients with luxury, health and wellness, & social responsibility. Thus Zoe Organics set to work hand crafting a skin care line using only certified organic ingredients and gives back to the community by donating a percentage of their sales to education and resources in addition to using fully recyclable packaging.

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There’s no reason to be eaten alive by warm weather pests to avoid the toxic chemicals that plague insect repellent products.  This 100% organic blend of botanical oils effectively & naturally keeps the bugs at bay while you enjoy your summer travels. In addition to fending off unwanted critters, Geranium and Lavender Essential Oils offer antiseptic, antibacterial & wound healing benefits with every spritz. Go out into the wild protected, knowing that the sustainably sourced, raw ingredients in Zoe Organics insect repellent are doing you more good than harm!

Key Ingredients:

• Geranium Seed Oil – A powerful wound healer with emotional stabilizing effects
• Lavendar Essential Oil – A skin toner in addition to an antiseptic, antiviral & anti-inflammatory agent

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For the face, dispense into hands and apply to hairline, avoid the eye area. For the body, spray directly onto uncovered areas or into hands and gently rub in. Apply every two hours or as needed.

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The All Nighter prides itself on being the first all natural color matched hair powder on the beauty market. Mineral pigments are used to create five shades to choose from: Golden Blonde, Honey Blonde, Brunette, Brown/Black & Redhead. The All Nighter has made a conscious decision not to use parabens, talc, aluminum & silicia because of the potentially negative effects of these controversial chemicals. You can dust this powder on for a fabulous touch up knowing it is safe and gentle on your scalp.

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Sometimes we forgo the luxury of showers, blow dryers and an arsenal of styling products when in travel mode, but your “mane asset” need not look the worse for it! With just one product, The All Nighter Styling Powder, you can freshen your ‘do, extend your blowout, absorb excess oil, revive limp, lifeless hair and eliminate the need for excessive shampooing. Platinum/Neutral Styling Powder is perfect for all shades and works wonders on 2nd or 3rd day hair.

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• Pure Rice & Tapioca Starches – Ideal for cosmetic application and oil absorbtion
• Cruelty Free Silk Powder – Increases luster, managability & lightly difuses
• Tangerine Essential Oils – Freshens hair and stimulates the scalp

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Apply sparingly to roots, massaging it in gently,  then comb, brush or simple shake through to remove excess powder while absorbing excess oil and dirt.  

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By using only USDA certified organic ingredients, SkinFare makes sure their skincare sticks literally have you covered. Multi tasking coconut oil sticks feature coconut oil, palm fruit oil, beeswax and castor oil blended with essential oils to provide a chem free, effective & hassle free solution to skin care on the go. Integrity of their products is maintained by selecting botanicals from sustainable sources and using local supply chains whenever possible, designing everything in-house (from the organic formulas to the biodegradable packaging) & manufacturing by-hand in small batches.

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You’re out and about all day and don’t want to deal with a purse full of product, but also need on the go solutions for dry skin, parched lips, runway hair and other skin related challenges that can pop up, especially while traveling.  Enter SkinFare’s Coconut Oil Sticks, your new best friend.  Use on face, body, lips and hair to smooth, soothe, moisturize and provide  relief from small irritations. Verdant Remedy is as lively and refreshing as a summer day with oils of galbanum, bergamot & basil is specially formulated to reduce the appearance of scars & offer relief from itchy insect bites.

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• Galbanum  essential oils – Reduces scars, stretch marks & blemishes. Known for arthritis relief
• Bergamot essential oils – Lightens, brightens skin and mood. Improves acne and fades discoloration
• Basil essential oils – Reduces stress and boosts mental strength

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Eat Green Tea has spent over a year, and many thousands of dollars, to find organic green tea with the highest levels of antioxidants and lowest levels of toxins anywhere so that you can safely enjoy the benefits of eating this highly medicinal plant. They buy directly from a tea farm that grows 100% organic crop, test the leaves for heavy metals & sell directly to the customer making sure they get the most reasonable price for the purest product.

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No need to pack a kettle or suffer through a hot drink to reap the benefits of green tea while on-the-go these warm summer days! Eat Green Tea brings you hand picked whole green tea leaves that boast up to 10,000% higher antioxidant value than their brewed counterpart. With anti inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral properties (to name only a few health benefits!), think of these tea leaves as must-have addition to your travel medicine bag. Its a fact catechins, the real powerhouses of the green tea plant, are lost during the brewing process, so do yourself a favor and eat the whole leaf!

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• Camelia Sinesis – Loaded with flavonoids, a potent variety of antioxidants ,that support healing of a whole host of conditions ranging anywhere from arthritis to stress to weight loss.

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Blend into smoothies, sprinkle onto salads and don’t be shy, work the leaves into your favorite soup, stew, sauce and marinade recipes!

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