Browsing All Posts published on »February, 2014«

“Can You Spare Some Change?”

February 28, 2014

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This post is a little different from the holBOX norm but different can sometimes be that very things we need. There are so many who are without and this is a little piece written by Grace a while back after having a candid conversation with a women living in a homeless shelter. There is so […]

OCM Moisturizing Agent: Hemp Oil

February 27, 2014

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Hemp oil was featured in February’s holBOX as a moisturizing mix to the OCM. Hemp has both internal and external benefits. Let’s explore the benefits of this oil with an emphasis on skin health. Here are the Internal Benefits of Hemp Oil: Linoleic Acid: Linoleic acid is the unsaturated omega 6 or Vitamin F found […]

Ancient Egyptians Natural Skin Care Regimes

February 26, 2014

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Ancient Egyptians where the masters of holistic beauty; they believed that cleanliness was the first approach to body care and beauty. It has been found that for the Egyptians good smells were presence of those who were connected with the Gods. Some of their key body care and beauty techniques involved the use of mixtures […]

Cold Pressed Oils Extraction Method

February 26, 2014

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What Are Cold Pressed Oil  Cold-pressed oils are oils that have been pulled from various fruits, nuts, seeds or vegetables. This means these oils contain a higher count in nutrients, benefiting the body and skin.Oils that are not cold pressed can lose the value of its nutrients, making it less effective when using it on […]

Rosehip Oil | The Wonders It has On Young & Mature Skin

February 25, 2014

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Used by ancient Egyptians, Mayans and Native Americans Rosehip oil is definitely a go to for oil cleansing; combating dehydrated, dry and weathered skin, working wonders on scars and treating wrinkles and premature aging.This oil is extracted from the wild rose “Rosa Mosqueta”, now most found in this southern part of Chile. This oil is […]

OCM Astringent Agent : Hazelnut Oil

February 24, 2014

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You have heard about many of the benefits of using the oil cleansing method (OCM), but are confused at where to start. What is the oil cleansing method and why it is beneficial? The oil cleansing method is the process of using oil to cleanse the pores and help you achieve clear, glowing skin. Using […]

How To Achieve The Natural Childbirth You Want

February 18, 2014

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1. Believe in Yourself. Women have the natural ability to birth a child. Keep this in mind even as you are planning to conceive. Meditate on it throughout your pregnancy. Keep in mind that pain is subjective and you control how your body reacts to it. YOU are in control. Birth is a part of […]

Grapefruit Essential Oil

February 18, 2014

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By Letitia of  Peace of Foods As a child I used to hate grapefruit. The only way my mother could get me to eat it was if she poured white sugar all over it. I know, it doesn’t sound too healthy. Even then it took a lot for me to eat it all. As I started […]

Monique: My Holistic Journey-January

February 17, 2014

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(CLICK HERE to learn of the 3 subscribers who have volunteered to share their holistic journey with our subscribers monthly) Monique’s Favorite Product:  “I’ll have to go with goji berries. I’ve tried them before and I hated them so I was reluctant to taste to sample in the January box. I was brave and tasted the berries and […]

5 Ingredients To Avoid In Your Skin Care Products

February 14, 2014

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We have become quiet accustom to things we ingredients to avoid putting in our hair, here at the holBOX we aim to make all aware of things to avoid for hair, skin and body ( internal and external) . Today lets start with 5 Things To Avoid In Your Skin Care Products: 1 – Mineral […]