October 2013 Goodebox

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Deodomom is a husband and wife team who’s interest in the products they offer was the result of a practical and personal concern: minimizing exposure to aluminum during pregnancy by creating a toxin-free yet effective deodorant. All Deodomom products offered have been used by the creators as well as their family and friends for years.

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A toxin-free and hypoallergenic deodorant ideal for individuals with sensitive skin regardless of age and gender. Particularly suitable for pregnant women, sensitive skin & adolescents who are more vulnerable to toxins and skin irritants. Made weekly in small batches, it contains ZERO% Aluminum, Alcohol, Fragrance/Scent, Colorants/Dyes & Parabens, each of which have been linked to health issues from Alzheimers’ to Breast Cancer.

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Squirt a small amount onto fingertips and apply to clean, dry armpits. (No freak outs… they are your armpits.) It takes a little trial and error to determine how much product to use, so experiment to see what works best for you!

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Vapour was founded with the principles of performance and purity as their first priorities. From design concept through manufacturing and product life cycle, they are conscious every step of the way about choices made. A breast cancer survivor herself, Vapour’s cofounder, Krysia Boisis donates 100% of proceeds from their Elixir Pumping Gloss in Honor to the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Institute where they they are working on the first breast cancer vaccine. To boot, Vapour has earned “Champion” safety status by the Environmental Working Group for their organic, food grade & minimally processed ingredient lists.

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This universally flattering multi-use blush gives glow to cheeks, lips & eyes of all skin tones and all ages. Aura blends like a dream with an infusion of anti-inflammatory frankincense, antioxidant tulsi & calming, hydrating lotus flowers. Sans free radical causing nano particles & chemicals, this versatile stick provides professional performance without relying on harmful ingredients. Available in a large range of colors and finishes for all skin tones.

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Try Aura on eyelids for a bright & refreshed look, to subtly highlight the temples, forehead & chin or even on lips.

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Renowned for their quality, versatility & eco-friendliness, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps are synonymous with Old-World quality and time-honored simplicity, which can be traced back to the family’s German-Jewish soapmaking tradition. 2008 marked the 60th anniversary of Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps in America and to celebrate they went Fair Trade, making a big difference in the lives of several thousand farmers and workers around the world.

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Switching out your body wash (or soap), a personal care item you likely use daily, can drastically reduce exposure to less than healthy ingredients. Featuring Fair Trade Certified, organic coconut & olive oils, this rich liquid soap cleanses gently, leaving skin velvety smooth. Available in eight scents.

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Check the bottle for all 18 uses! Laundry detergent, household cleaner & toothpaste substitutes are just a few!

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Nibmor’s believes the food we eat should be as simple and delicious as possible, that’s why they’ve kicked refined sugar, dairy, gluten & GMO to the curb without sacrificing taste in their chocolate products. Batches are handled with care to create perfection and all ingredients are natural and organic . As Nibmor’s commitment to paying it forward, they provide financial contribution, resources & time to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Environmental Working Group & Farm Sanctuary, an organization that works to protect farm animals from cruelty.

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The perfect amount of chocolate to satisfy your taste buds, these organic, 72% cacao squares make for a delicious, healthy & ethical snack. It’s true. Studies show the high antioxidant and flavonoid content of cocoa powder used to make dark chocolate may contribute to cancer prevention, vascular health & skin hydration. In addition to being delicious, they are free of refined sugars, dairy & gluten and are organic, recyclable & ethically traded.

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Pack a couple squares in your bag to whip out when hit with those mid afternoon sugar cravings!

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The Leakey Collection is a Lifestyle company that creates and distributes innovative high-design products for the high-end marketplace using sustainable natural materials and Fair Trade practices. Thousands of jobs for rural women in East Africa are created in the gathering and processing of marula oil. By developing a consumable product, long lasting job opportunities are sustained and protection is given to the wild stands of East African marula trees.

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Boasting a higher antioxidant & oleic acid content than argan oil, this prized East African oil delivers deep moisture & protection against environmental stressors and free radicals that may instigate cancerous cellular activity. Suitable for all skin types, it’s 60-70% concentration of omega 9 fatty acids works to minimize fine lines, wrinkles & other signs of aging.

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Add 2-3 drops to other skincare products such as your cleanser, mask and color foundation to boost their benefits.

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Andalou Naturals skin care, hair care & body care products are made thoughtfully and beautifully, blending advanced Fruit Stem Cell Science with natural and fair-trade ingredients and a minimum 70% certified organic content, for visible and healthy results. They value knowing where ingredients come from, the farmers who grow them & connecting the human chain of hands that make every step possible from farm to bottle, soil to skin, and botany to beauty.

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The same Fruit Stem Cell Science featured above works to renew your skin at the cellular level, blending nature and knowledge for visible results. It’s bioactive ingredients effectively hydrate and replenish to nourish dry skin. Evening primrose oils, rich in fatty acids, imparts intense moisture, cleansing lavender oil boosts immunity and promotes healthy cells & thyme extract calms, heals and soothes the skin’s surface.

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Apply daily, especially after an evening bath or shower while skin is still damp. Soothing lavender calms the nerves and aids relaxation in preparation for sleep and night time skin repair.

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Using the purest, freshest bioactive ingredients derived wholly from nature, Pomega5  strives to create efficacious products that go beyond skin care to genuinely feed and nourish the body from the outside in. Rather than sourcing bulk fillers, they produce their own base from scratch, a practice that has all but disappeared in the modern beauty formulation process. The Pomega5 Bio Natura Seal, which can be found on every product label and package, reflects this heartfelt commitment to you, the consumer, as well as to nature.

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From verbena oil to green tea leaf extract, every purifying botanical in this universal cleansing bar is a potent antioxidant working to eliminate free radicals that cause cellular degradation and premature aging. It’s star ingredient, pomegranate seed oil, a botanical source of punicic acid, is one of the most potent antioxidants known to modern science, and a natural phytoestrogen that supports hormonal balance & skin health.

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Be sure to store this bar below 75°F to preserve efficacy of the ingredients & maximize freshness. Rinse bar quickly after use and keep it dry to extend usability.

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Andalou Naturals skin care, hair care & body care products are made thoughtfully and beautifully, blending advanced Fruit Stem Cell Science with natural and fair-trade ingredients and a minimum 70% certified organic content, for visible and healthy results. They value knowing where ingredients come from, the farmers who grow them & connecting the human chain of hands that make every step possible from farm to bottle, soil to skin, and botany to beauty.

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Features Fruit Stem Cell Science designed to renew, repair & regenerate, supporting healthier hair from root to tip. This nature-inspired formula features a unique, fruit stem cell complex that combats environmental stressors & aging; strengthens dermal immunity and allows for optimal delivery of active ingredients. Sunflower Oil  nourishes and conditions each strand to protect color, enhance body & minimize frizz.

Key Ingredients

• Organic Tangerine Oil – Gently cleanses and brightens, invigorating follicles and circulation.
• Quince Extract – Refreshes and moisturizes, reducing the appearance of split ends

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Know Your Ingredients believes that, just as you eat wholesome natural foods to nourish the body, you should nourish the skin with unprocessed and healthy products. Know Your Ingredients, was created to provide “whole food” skin care products, in their raw, or almost raw, state:  shea butter, argan oil & sweet almond oil.  Products that work just as well, and most often much better, than the products with those unnecessary and unnatural chemicals.

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Though recommended as a nightly face mask for those with mature, aging or dry skin, this multifunctional cream harnesses healing powers of shea butter to relieve red, sore skin typical of eczema & psoriasis and minimizes the appearance of stretch marks & scars, including those from acne. Available in chamomile lavender, litsea cubeba, orange mandarin & unscented.

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Use anywhere on the body: lips, face, hair, elbows & feet. Excellent treatment for a child’s dry, red & irritated skin. Provides welcome relief from thirsty, sensitive & reactive skin familiar to those in Breast Cancer treatment.

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Acure Organics believes that every one of us can make an enormous impact on the world through small changes in the items we use, purchases we make & the way we approach each day. Acure’s founder started this line of certified organic and fair trade personal care products in honor of her grandmother who battled breast cancer for 10 years. Profits from all pure and natural products in the Acure line help raise money for breast cancer awareness through donations to Bright Pink, an organization providing free mammograms to at risk women.

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Follow up your hydrating shampoo session with this ultra rich conditioner, featuring the same Triple Moisture System, plus nourishing and protective Organic & Fair Trade Cocoa Seed Butter to create incredible shine, lock in moisture, repair damage, and strengthen follicles. A true miracle worker for normal to dry, curly or damaged hair. Color safe.

Key Ingredients:

• Organic Sea Buckthorn Oil – Protects cells from oxidative damage and aids in collagen production
• Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil – A potent hair follicle stimulant that can help stop and reverse hair loss
• Organic & Fair Trade Cocoa Seed Butter –  Reduces frizz, delivers extra conditioning, nourishment & shine

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Acure Organics believes that every one of us can make an enormous impact on the world through small changes in the items we use, purchases we make & the way we approach each day. Acure’s founder started this line of certified organic and fair trade personal care products in honor of her grandmother who battled breast cancer for 10 years. Profits from all pure and natural products in the Acure line help raise money for breast cancer awareness through donations to Bright Pink, an organization providing free mammograms to at risk women.

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Excellent for normal to dry, curly, or damaged hair, this color safe formula provides lasting moisture leaving it soft, manageable and ready to rock. A Triple Moisture System, featuring Organic Argan Oil + Argan Stem Cells, CoQ10, and Organic Sea Buckthorn Oil-high in Omega 7, provides super hydration. Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil, rich in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, adds shine.

Key Ingredients:

• Organic Sea Buckthorn Oil – Protects cells from oxidative damage and aids in collagen production
  
• Organic Pumpkin Seed Oil – A potent hair follicle stimulant that can help stop and reverse hair loss
• Organic Fair Trade Certified Roobios – A red tea with high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

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