Beauty Through Balance: The Experts Advice

Thalassotherapy: An Ancient Healing Experience

Seaweed is incredibly beneficial to the body.   To learn about how to improve your wellbeing through Thalassotherapy we turn to Rod Mulholland of Canso Spa Group to explain further:

For thousands of years, the ocean has been recognized for it’s healing properties and utilized by cultures situated near the ocean. The father of modern medicine, Hippocrates, would send his patients to the ocean to soak and walk, absorbing it’s healing nutrients transdermally through our largest organ, our skin and breathing the healing iodine as it’s carried along in the air molecules into our lungs. What a thalassotherapy experience does, is to increase the wellbeing in a person, by allowing the body to be nourished in a cosmic womb of ocean ingredients that promotes healthy development of healthy cells, all the while calming our bodies and moving into a balanced state of homeostasis that is known as mind/body balancing. You experience a sense of calm as your nervous system, respiratory system and cardiovascular system flow with a primordial beat that is echoed by the sense of well being experienced in your mind.

To read the rest of Rod's article and learn more about the benefits of Thalossotherapy, visit his blog.

The Beauty Through Balance spa line incorporates fresh organic Pacific seaweed from the Canadian coast in the Signature Series of products. The Seaweed is collected fresh from the Ocean beds, cold processed and used to create these advanced and therapeutic spa formulas.  To learn more about our seaweed based products go to our website.

Winterize Your Skin!

With the cold weather upon us our skin can easily become

dry, irritated and dehydrated. irritation and dryness can often lead

to skin conditions in the winter such as eczema.

  

Winterizing Tips for the Skin:

 

1. Avoid synthetic detergents found in most soaps and cleansers such as sulfates as these can further dry and irritate the skin. A natural based cleanser created with pure oils such as jojoba, vitamin e and are free of harsh detergents.

 

Product Solution – Try our Glacial Purifying Face/Body Cleanser for normal to combination skin or our Lavender Olive Rich Foaming Cleanser for dry – sensitive skin. Both free of synthetic detergents, parabens, artificial colors and fragrances.

 

2. Deeply re-hydrate using products such as a mask, moisturizer or serum that contain ingredients which have been shown to draw moisture into the inner layers of the skin. Ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and actives derived from the olive as well as fresh seaweed can help to restore moisture levels from deep within

 

Product Solution – Try our Hydra Skin Renewal Gel and Glacial Revitalizing Mist Duo for normal, combination and dehydrated skin. Both created with Hyaluronic acid and seaweed

Our Acai Berry Facial Care products contain Olivate from pure olive oil to help restore skin’s moisture levels and are great for dry/mature skin.

 

3. Protect and Repair – Skin exposed to the harsh environmental factors such as cold and wind can see advanced signs of aging on the skin. Using products rich in fatty acids, minerals, fresh seaweed, and anti-oxidants can combat these effects

 

Product Solution – Our Acai Berry Face and Body Series has been created with the powerful organic Acai Berry and Capuacu butter from the Amazon Rainforest.

Recognized for their ability to heal, repair and protect the skin. The Series includes the Acai Power Repair Moisturizer to address dry/mature skin.

 

4. Internal Hydration and Detox. Incorporate caffeine free herbal teas, pure water with fresh lime or lemon, and juicing(using fresh vegetables and fruit)

these internal drinks can help keep you hydrated and well balanced internally and will help keep your skin looking revitalized

 

5. Soothe and Heal Skin irritation. During the winter skin can become itchy and irritated increasing chances of conditions such as eczema. Using products that contain healing and moisturizing ingredients such as lavender, soy, fatty acids, and seaweed can help restore the skin to its natural state.

 

Product Solution – Products from our Lavender Soy Series offer soothing relief and healing for dry, chapped and irritated skin. The Hydra Skin Renewal Gel from our signature series has been shown to help repair and renew skin irritation and redness by infusing hydration deep within.

 

6. Exfoliate 3 times per week(depending on skin type) – Using a gentle based exfoliant up to 3 times a week helps to keep skin balanced, remove accumulated dry. dead skin cells and prevent skin from appearing dull. Ingredients such as jojoba beads, ground apricot powder, gentle mineral clay, and fruit enzymes all work together to treat the skin without an aggressive approach.

 

Product Solutions – For Normal to dry/sensitive skin we recommend our Lavender Soy Exfoliation. For dry/mature skin the Acai Berry Facial Exfoliating Mask. For normal to combination and dehydrated skin the Hydra Skin Renewal Gel.  To keep the body smooth and silky try our Acai Whipped Body Polish.

 

 

For More information and a free skin consultation on how to Winterize Your Skin Contact us www.beautythroughbalance.ca

 

With your purchase of any 3 products recommended in the above blog, you will receive a Moisturizer for free!

The Science & Power of Scent by Sherina Jamal

Studies have shown the impact that scent has on our overall state of mind and state of wellbeing.

 Many ancient healing philosophies involve using scent as a method for improving one’s wellbeing  by utilizing specific blends of flowers and herbs to trigger a physical and emotional change in one’s mind and body

 Aromatherapy practiced for thousands of years, utilizes pure essential oils which are created through steam distillation from flowers, leaves, barks, seeds, herbs and roots. These concentrated essences have specific chemical compositions which have been shown to have a positive effect on the skin, internal system and one’s emotional state.

 When one inhales a scent that is pleasing and healing, it stimulates signals to be released in the brain which then can trigger positive mood change and can have an impact on relieving ailments such as pain, headaches, and a range of other concerns.

 In the development of our product line Beauty Through Balance, the science of scent and the many benefits of aromatherapy  played a key role in the decision to incorporate pure therapeutic grade essential oil blends into each formula. The addition of specific essential oils not only makes for an amazing smelling product, but also works with other natural actives in the formula to enhance benefits to the mind, body and topically on the skin.  

 Essential oils such as lavender, mint, geranium, lemongrass, vanilla, cypress and others are used in our formulas and chosen for their specific compositions and effect on the skin and internal systems.

 Contact us to learn more about aromatherapy and the essential oils used in Beauty Through Balance.

Acai Berry Power - For healthy skin & wellbeing by Sherina Jamal founder of Ancient Secrets Inc and developer of the Beauty Through Balance spa line.

The Acai Berry is gaining recognition for its high nutritional value along with its many health benefits.  This berry has been noted to be “one of the best superfoods in the world”  Dr. Nicholas Perricone (MD)as it has been found to be packed with vital anti-oxidants.  It can be found on the Acai Palm which grows in the Amazon Rainforest and has been used by the aboriginal people for centuries as a key part of their diets. 

     

Free-radicals play a central role in the aging process causing changes on a cellular level. The development of new skin care products that offer a certain level of antioxidant activity is a key component to targeting signs of age.  Sherina, founder of Ancient Secrets explained that “In Clinical studies the Organic Bio functional Acai Extract used by her company in the development of their new Acai Berry Series, has shown to have exceptionally high amounts of Anti-oxidant levels which can help combat signs of age caused from exposure to harsh environmental conditions” 

 

The Acai berry has been found to contain:

 

q      Essential fatty acids: Omegas 3, 6 and 9 beneficial in cell rejuvenation and healthy skin

q      Phytosterols – a rich source of Vitamin C

q      Flavanoids

q      Remarkable skin revitalizing and renewal properties

 

The high antioxidants and essential fatty acids have been documented to have a positive impact on overall cell health along with smooth, supple and glowing, skin both of which are found in pure Acai Berry and as a key part of the benefits from the Beauty Through Balance Acai Berry Series of spa products.

 

Are all Acai Berry ingredients and products the same?  One challenge often faced in the market dealing with natural and organic ingredients is ensuring that the nutritional value of the ingredient is maintained after processing and extraction. The harvesting and processing of indigenous ingredients such as the Acai Berry play a key role in how effective the end product will be weather it be a juice or cosmetic product.

 

In the development of their Acai Berry Series, Sherina has worked with experienced and certified harvesters who have developed specialized processes used to maintain all the natural value of the raw ingredient to ensure the final product will be highly effective and result oriented. The harvesters have also been recognized and awarded for their sustainable harvesting practices and bio-diversity programs for the Rainforest and the aboriginal people.

 

The Acai Berry Series combines the effectiveness of both Organic Acai Extract and Acai Pulp Bioscrub in their unique face and body formulas.  Along with this they have added Olivate from pure olive oil, Capuacau Butter also from the Brazilian Rainforest, and pure exotic essential oils.  

 

Products in the series includes ;

• Acai Whipped Body Polish
• Acai Anti-oxidant Body Emulsion
• Acai Vital Mineral Bath Soak
• Acai Facial Exfoliating Mask
• Acai Power Repair Moisturizer

 

The Acai Berry products and anti-oxidant spa treatments can now be experienced at

Spa Utopia – BC Canada 3 locations

Temple Gardens Mineral Spa – Moose Jaw Saskatchewan

Camden Day Spa – Toronto Ontario

European Tan & Spa – Edmonton Alberta

and others. please contact us for a complete list.

 

to buy on line go to  www.beautythroughbalance.ca

 

a percentage of proceeds from sales of the Acai Berry products will be donated to Rethink Breast Cancer. A non-profit organization working to support and educate young women dealing with

Breast Cancer.

Natural Skin Care Tips While Traveling

If you are planning on taking a trip this season what you pack for skin care can be an essential tool in helping to keep your skin hydrated and well balanced. Time in an airplane, time zone changes and a change in temperature can cause skin to become dry, dehydrated and irritated.

 

In addition to the information shared in the article link below, Sherina recommends that you also try to incorporate basic daily skin care steps(facial cleansing, hydrating mist, exfoliating mask, and moisturizer) that contain super foods known for their skin protecting and nourishing benefits. Super foods such as Olive oil, Acai Berry, Green Tea and Seaweed are a fewthat will help provide essential nutrients during your travels.

Sherina shares some easy to implement skin care tips for when you are on the go..

click here to read more.

http://www.alive.com/658a2a2.php?subject_bread_cramb=76

  

Purify the skin with steam - Written by Sherina Jamal

 

There’s nothing like sitting in a eucalyptus steam room after a long day or week at work!

Along with the sense of calm and relaxation it can bring to the mind it also has many benefits for the skin when done in moderation.

Many age old healing philosophies from around the world including China and India incorporate detoxification & removal of impurities as an essential part of one’s overall wellbeing.

The key (as with most things) is doing it in moderation so as to not expose the body to excess heat on an on-going basis.

 

Enjoying a steam 2 to 3 times a week is a great way to expel toxins and promote anti-stress.

 

Do it yourself steaming at home:

 

If you can’t make it a steam room at your local spa or fitness center, you can enjoy the benefits of steaming at home.

Start by filling a stainless steel bowl about half way with boiling water add 5 to 6 drops of an essential oils or fresh herbs such as lavender, eucalyptus and/or mint leaves.  Place your head over the bowl about 5 to7 inches away and cover your head with a towel trapping in the steam. Keep eyes closed. Relax with some gentle breathing as the steam rises up into the skin.

Steam for 5 to 7 minutes maximum. After your steam apply a toning and hydrating mist( the Beauty Through Balance -  Glacial Revitalizing Mist is a good choice for all skin types)  and Moisturizer(Beauty Through Balance offers the Acai Power Repair Moisturizer for Dry/mature skin, and the Lavender Soy Lotion for normal to combination skin)

 Steaming is also a great way to reduce symptoms associated with colds, flu and sinus congestion. Done 2 to 3 times per week steam can be an easy part of your regular skin care and wellness regime.

Guidelines for Selecting Eco-Friendly Spa Products in Spa Canada Magazine

We are living in a time where the focus on sustainability and demand for products that are green friendly are increasing rapidly. Corporations are working fast towards make critical changes within their businesses and product lines to meet these consumer demands and also play a role in protecting the earth. Due to these rapid changes that are occurring in the corporate world to become “greener” , It is now more important than ever for buyers to be aware of what truly makes a green friendly to avoid being mislead by marketing gimmicks.


When it comes to skin care, the use of more natural ingredients, sustainable practices for harvesting & processing and environmentally friendly packaging have become more prevalent over the past few years. However is there a way we can be sure that these green friendly claims being put forth by the skin care companies are valid?

In this article (see link below) I will share with you some guidelines you can use when looking for your next eco-friendly skin care/spa product. I hope you find them helpful. Please feel free to share your thoughts, comments and ideas with me on our facebook page or add your comments to this blog.

Sherina Jamal, founder of Beauty Through Balance 


Guidelines For Selecting Eco-Friendly Spa Products - http://www.beautythroughbalance.ca/whats-new/downloads/Alive0807.pdf

Spa Around the World mentioned Beauty Through Balance in their top Fall Spa Trends for 2010. Check it out below!

SpaWeek Trend to Home: DIY for the Top Fall 2010 Spa Trends

"Via our fellow spa worshippers at SpaWeek the top Spa Trends for Fall have arrived. Because we can’t get to the spa all the time – here are our picks for ways to bring these trends to your SpaHome (in green)! Plus ones to NEVER try at home.

1) Fighting Allergies
Sinus massages, breathe-easy facials and cold & flu bath salts are just a few of the spa services you’ll be seeing just in time to soothe your seasonal allergies. Treat your immune system and clear your sinuses in the spa with new treatments using Eucaplyptus, humidifiers and Lymph drainage

The world’s hippest humidifier, the Crane Cool Mist Humidifier looks stylin’ and keeps your head clear while preventing dried out skin & nasal passages. Put a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil on the lip at the top for aromatherapy. It’s portable enough to take from bedroom to living room too.

2) Bikini Glamour
Treatments are quickly emerging to pamper your private parts: Bikini Facials give the same attention down there as a esthetician would to your face: toner, extractions and masks included. Also, rituals such as Airbrush painting and Vattooing are now the latest in vaginal adornment.

Prefer to keep your private parts, well, private? Betty Beauty Charmcils let you add panache in peace. And for normal maintenance, Bliss Bikini Perfect is is ideal quick and painless hair removal at Sephora.

3) Sleeping and Dreaming
Insomniac? A good night’s slumber with proper REM cycles can be just as rejuvenating as a spa treatment, so one of the hottest trends emerging in the industry is a dream-worthy mix of the two to promote better sleeping patterns.

At Peace Media’s Power Nap Kit will make the cat jealous! Short naps are a productivity tool used by executives (& cats) everywhere. You can harness this with Power Nap’s voice guided nap sessions. A good eye mask doesn’t hurt either!

4) Lash Extensions
Eyelash length, thickness, volume and darkness have gone way up on the beauty priority lists of women now more than ever.

Lash extensions are too tricky to try su casa – if you can’t make it to the spa, try Talika Lash Extencils – easily applied in a mascara form, it lengthens & thickens your eyelashes & brows.

Need instant results? False lashes can’t be beat see a simple how to video in our Facebook Lounge

5) Instant Inch Loss
Remember that magical, completely safe instant weight-loss pill you always dreamed of? We’re not saying it’s been invented (sorry), but the spa is becoming a go-to place to get instant, (almost) magic-like results in addition to providing long term benefits. Colon Hydrotherapy is becoming more popularand med-spa services like the 7E Treatment and Ionithermie give immediate results by targeting muscles with waveform technology.

Do not try this at home – if you can’t get to the spa drink lots of water (it flushes toxins and bloating) and exercise.

6) Reiki and Energy Work
Turn your trip to the spa into a journey for the soul. Energy work and holistic healing deliver health benefits ranging from injury recovery to spiritual growth.

There are several Reiki dvds for home use. I like this Remove Psychic Debris one. Makes me visualize getting rid of the junk in my head.

7) Acupuncture

The granddaddy of healing is suddenly making a resurgence. The World Health Organization advocates the use of acupuncture to treat over 40 conditions, from anxiety and other stress syndromes to musculoskeletal pain and injury,

Acupressure is a home alternative to the needles. The ultimate at home tool is this Himalaya Acupressure Mat – it has over 8,230 pressure points. Just a 10 minute lie down on it energizes your whole body – 20 mins. for deep relaxing.

8) Botox on-the-go
Pick up dry cleaning, get Botox, grab lunch… what? Yes, the age-defying treatment has become so mainstream that spas are now offering it hassle-free, and even appointment-free.

Needles & novices don’t mix. Though the results are not as intense as botox, I love good old school Frownies. Yes they look like envelope corners – but they really help relax your face – especially the dreaded 11′s. Just wear them sans company ; )

9) Hot AND Cold Stone Massages
Instead of using all hot stones, this treatment includes the application of cold stones as well. Alternating the hot and cool stones helps every cell in the body receive more oxygen and nutrients and encourages a more effective removal of toxins.

Try this easy home stone treatment:

Buy smooth stones like these basalt massage ones, heat half in a crockpot & put the other half in the fridge.

Prep: Lay on your back on a yoga mat, with cold & hot rocks in separate bowls. Place a hot stone on your forehead, at the base of your neck, your stomach & place one under each knee. Relax 10 mins. Change out stones with cold ones, Relax.

10) Champissage
Also known as Indian head massage, Champissage has been practiced for more than 1000 years in India and has now been interpreted as a custom ritual at many spas.

A good scalp massage is hard to get at home, but for a little lift – use Kiehl’s Scalp Massage Oil paired with the Happy Company Head Trip Head Paradise!

11) Everything Seaweed 

Seawater and seaweed have similar mineral contents with approximately the same percentage as the human body. Seaweed wraps help detoxify the body, eliminate excess fluids, increase blood circulation and regulate hormonal levels.

Beauty through Balance’s Signature Series is made with Glacial Clay & Pacific Organic Seaweed. Try your own spa body wrap exfoliating with their Green Tea Seaweed Salt Glow, followed by the ubersoftening Seaweed Body Butter & Glacial Revitalizing Mist to finish.

12) Simply… Oxygen

Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy dissolves oxygen in the blood plasma and all body cells, tissues and fluids at up to 10 times normal concentration—high enough to sustain life with no blood at all. Oxygenating facials are also increasing in popularity.

This one is super easy, just go outside and breathe! It always clears my brain fog!

Don’t forget to come and give your Rants & Raves on fall’s spa trends at our SpaWeekGossip on Wednesday. A huge thanks to Spa Week for letting us reprint their trends and don’t forget SpaWeek is coming soon your chance to try all these goodies & more for only $50."

For more information on beauty through balance and product news visit: http://blog.beautythroughbalance.ca/

Maintain Beautiful Skin While Traveling

Summertime Travel Beauty Tips

by author Sherina Jamal

With still a month or so left of summer, Beauty Thorough Balance founder, Sherina Jamal has a few great tips for skincare upkeep while traveling. For more news and to view the entire line of products visit: beautythroughbalance.ca.

 

Keep it simple. That’s the key to skin care when travelling.

Bear in mind that when travelling, your skin may be exposed to heat, sun, salt water and humidity. All have an impact on your skin and hair, even over a short period of time. Just a few necessities will provide a natural effective way to keep your skin protected and clean during your vacation.

Sun Protection

The best sun protection is to stay out of the sun during extreme heat of the day–or to wear loose cotton clothes that cover sensitive areas. If you really need a sunblock on the mountains or while boating, select one that contains antioxidants such as green tea and vitamin E. These ingredients can help renew the skin and prevent cell damage.

Moisturizing Face Mist

Summer air is dehydrating. To refresh and hydrate the skin, a face mist can be used during air travel and throughout your vacation. Select a mist that does not contain alcohol. This dries the skin even more. A face mist that contains floral waters, vegetable glycerin, witch hazel and pure essential oils is the best choice. Carry this mist with you during the day when at the beach or sightseeing. It will refresh and control excess oil formation on the skin.

Daily Skin Cleaning

Pollution can create a layer of dirt and oil on the surface of the skin. Daily skin cleaning is important to avoid breakouts, blocked pores and the formation of blackheads. Follow these two simple steps.

Cleanser: For most skin types, a light lotion-based cleanser that is non-foaming or lathering is best. Foam and lather are usually chemical agents that can dry out the skin. For oily skin you can use a light gel-based cleanser that is free of chemicals.

Toner: A toner is important. It helps to restore balance, control oil formation and keep the pores free from excess dirt and bacteria. Use it daily. Select a toner that does not contain alcohol, artificial colours or fragrances.

Avoid using hotel soaps and washes. They contain fragrances and other cosmetic chemicals that irritate and dry out the skin.

Daily Skin Moisturizing

Re-hydrate twice a day. A light, non-greasy moisturizer keeps the skin nourished and hydrated. Moisturizers that contain natural oils such as sweet almond, apricot kernel and jojoba moisturize the skin without clogging pores. Avoid those that are too heavy and contain petrolatum, mineral oil, artificial colours and fragrances. These ingredients can irritate the skin and block the pores, especially when used in warmer climates.

Do-it-Yourself Spa Treatments

Fresh tropical fruits can used for a quick facial scrub or mask. Here are some ideas how to use them:

Pineapple: Great for normal to oily skin that is not sensitive. It is an excellent skin cleanser and exfoliant.

Papaya: For all skin types. A gentle way to remove impurities and dead skin cells. Excellent to apply after swimming in chlorinated water.

Coconut Milk: A nourishing skin cleanser for normal to dry skin. It can also be used as a conditioning rinse for dry hair.

Aloe Vera Plant: A soothing treatment for sunburned skin. Also good to rehydrate dry skin and heal cuts, burns and insect bites.

Essential Oils Soothe Tired Travellers

Don’t leave home without these pure therapeutic essential oils:

Tea Tree: Excellent remedy for mosquito bites, pimples, rashes and athlete’s foot.

Lavender: Helps promote relaxation; soothes and heals cuts and burns.

Peppermint: For headaches, nausea and jet lag.

These oils can be diluted before application in either a carrier oil or in water. To remove a buildup of chemicals and dirt in the hair from the air and water, a few drops of one of the three oils can be added to a cup of warm water to rinse the scalp and hair.

Aromatherapy Eye Pillow

An eye pillow is an excellent accessory item to bring along on your travels. Pillows that contain herbs and pure essential oils, such as lavender and camomile, can help soothe tired eyes, promote relaxation and ease headaches. Select a pillow with a head strap so it can both be worn while sitting. It can chilled in the fridge or quickly heated in a microwave.

These easy tips will help you create a beauty traveling kit that best suits your individual needs and skin type.

Sherina Jamal is a natural beauty specialist and founder of Beautythroughbalance.ca who lives in North Vancouver, BC.

Source: alive #226, August 2001

 

Stability & Quality Control – how safe is your skin care?

Here are some questions you can ask your supplier:

Are their products made in a Government Certified lab Facility?

Skin care products should be produced in a reliable quality controlled, sterile lab environment that follows good manufacturing standards and procedures. Ask your supplier what type of facility their products are produced in they should say a GMP lab or lab that is regulated by health Canada and also licensed to manufacturer skin care/cosmetics.

What quality control and testing methods are used by the manufacturer to ensure the products you are buying are clean and not contaminated?

Each batch that is produced of a particular skin care product needs to go through microbial testing to ensure no excessive growth over allowed amounts of bacteria’s, molds and yeasts exist. Preservative challenge testing is also a very important part of the initial Research & Development stage of any new product to ensure adequate shelf life, no use of excessive preservatives but with a wide spectrum of coverage to ensure products are safe. The right balanced formula with clean, stable and safe active sources of ingredients are also a key part of the overall products safety and in turn effectiveness.
In addition to in house testing a lab will conduct on a finished skin care product, third party testing should also be used by a lab for further cross check of any contaminants.

If you are buying skin care products that use natural raw ingredients such as seaweed, clays, Fruit , vegetables, essential oils etc ask your supplier what regulatory testing and research is conducted to ensure sustainable harvesting practices that are licensed and also that the raw ingredients used in the products are clean and not contaminated.

It is critical for ingredients such as seaweed, that are exposed to fish residues and water contaminates are properly harvested, cleaned and the right methods are used to protect the plant and maintain its full integrity. Issues like an off smell to the product, discoloration on the surface, skin irritations caused from use of the product and product separation can be signs of possible contamination or high bacterial growth.

Your supplier should be able to tell you what type of methods and testing have been used to maintain the integrity of the raw ingredient while still making sure it is clean and safe to use. If they cannot answer this or get the answer for you, or tell you its “confidential” this is a RED FLAG

Remember the more natural and “green” a product claims to be the more important quality control and quality assurance management and testing is when it comes to the manufacturing process. If a product is made oversees and important these methods of quality manufacturing are often not disclosed to buyers.
Media has created fear amongst the public over chemicals in cosmetics some of which are not substantiated by scientific fact. While use of natural alternatives to harsh cosmetic chemicals is an important part of creating a greener product, equally important is to ensure that a product being sold to the public with a shelf life is safe, stable, manufactured according to strict standards and that you are confident that the products you use and sell are not contaminated. Knowledge is the key so ask your supplier these key questions above if they don’t know the answer they should be able to find out.

Doing your due diligence will ensure you are supporting quality product made with integrity. To read more featured articles on Beauty through Balance written by Sherina Jamal, please go to: http://beautythroughbalance.ca/whats-new/index.htm.