Honoring Earth Day 2010

Living Healthy

Garden of Eve is proud to honor Earth Day 2010 by showcasing a ‘Green Goddess’ offering. Everyone enjoys a bit of pampering in their lives, and with Earth Day just around the corner, Garden of Eve presents a perfect opportunity to indulge in self-pampering and simultaneously care for the planet with their ‘Green Goddess’ Earth Day offer.


What is a Green Goddess? - a savvy and eco-conscious woman who wants and expects the best for herself and her environment. Garden of Eve offers environmentally conscious consumers an opportunity to make a commitment to the environment, protect their own health and beauty, and save money, all at the same time.


For an environmentally-friendly business the health of the planet is a daily consideration. The question arises -What changes are needed within the skin care industry to benefit the health of the planet? It is not commonly known that many of the ingredients used in cosmetics preparation are environmental pollutants. Along with the waste produced during the manufacturing process, millions of gallons of synthetic chemicals are washed down the drain and into the sewer every day. This takes a toll on the health of the planet.


At Garden of Eve a prime focus is to reduce the carbon footprint of skin care production. Ingredients are prepared by natural methods – steam distillation of herbs for essential oils and hydrosols, cold pressed carrier oils, and natural gas extracts. There is minimal electrical power and minimal water use in production. No environmentally damaging chemicals are used.


Additionally to support fair trade efforts ‘Kits and Gifts’ are packaged in hand-made fiber bags and bamboo boxes produced by a fair trade company in the Philippines. The containers of the finished products can be reused or recycled. Shipping supplies are also reusable, recyclable biodegradable materials often from suppliers’ shipments and local stores that would otherwise end up in landfill. Printing is on recycled paper and Energy Star-rated electronic equipment is chosen.


This is what qualifies Garden of Eve as Green “Skin Care that Cares for Our Planet.”




“We don’t need to sacrifice our health for the beauty of our skin, and likewise we don’t need to sacrifice the health of our planet to have beautiful skin. Excellent results can be achieved with ingredients from nature.”



Purchasing any of Garden of Eve’s unique products means seizing an opportunity for self care and pampering with special care and consideration for the planet. Your skin is a window to the rest of your body and your health, and with Garden of Eve products you are making sure your skin reigns supreme. Of course, being able to combine the incredibly luxurious experience of Garden of Eve products, with a commitment to caring for the planet is doubly beneficial, in fact, fit for a Goddess!



By logging onto the Garden of Eve website at: www.gardenofeveskincare.com and using the special discount code ED2010 at checkout, any woman can be a Green Goddess when purchasing a Face Care Sampler Kit or Face Care plus Hand and Body Care Sampler Kit.



Living Green


- Healthy Summer Camp Opportunity:

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- OCA Newsletter – March 18, 2010

http://www.organicconsumers.org/bytes/ob216.htm


- Natural News & OCA – Organic Cheaters – Consumers be-aware

http://www.naturalnews.com/028500_organic_products_shampoo.html



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What Determines Optimum Value in Skin Care?

Wise Shoppers Seek Value in Purchases; What Determines the Optimum Value for Skin Care?

Why Choose Organic? Is Organic Fairly Priced?


Today’s skin care market is flooded with an overwhelming variety of brands, each one promoting how they have the products of choice. However, consumers have different criteria for choosing their products. Consumers’ criteria vary from bargain shopping to value shopping with value bargains being a winner.

When seeking value in skin care the question arises are organic plant based products better? Are they worth the cost? Which brings us to why do organic products cost more than the synthetic chemically produced products?

First, let’s consider the creation of a natural ingredient for skin care products from cultivation to use -

Skin care products that are made with natural i.e. plant ingredients are developed with ingredients that have been cultivated, nurtured and protected until they are ripe. Plants are harvested once they reach their optimum potential for nurturing and benefiting the skin. Once harvested the plants are prepared for use. Herbs and flowers are prepared into the forms that can be incorporated into the variety of skin care potions - creams, facial toners, facial cleansers and exfoliates. These processes are distilling essential oils and hydrosols, processing extracts, and cold processing carrier oils. For a product to be considered truly natural this requires that mechanical processing is minimal so that the plant ingredient maintains its full range of beneficial properties and is therefore optimally effective in its skin care. Although labor intensive this does create products of superior value.

Some companies serve as the grower, processor, formulator and producer of the finished product. Some companies purchase their natural ingredients from certified growers, then they create their finished products with their unique formulations.

As you can see, the natural, organic process from ground up to jar and bottle incorporates individual human care throughout each phase of development.

Natural ingredients that are organically grown are the most valuable (preferred) for use, as they are free of potentially harmful pesticides. This type of agriculture does require a different type of care that is more costly to produce but far less costly to health. Organic vs. commercial agriculture is a topic of constant news posted by the Organic Consumers Association newsletter for easy access and updates.

There are many brands of products on the market that are laden with synthetic chemicals. They have been shown to have a great potential for health hazards according to the many scientific studies that the campaign for safe cosmetics database reveals.

So, when discerning the value of natural organic skin care products the superior value is clearly there. The human care involved in the natural agricultural process as opposed to use of synthetic chemicals created in a laboratory for comparatively pennies on the dollar does account for differences in both price and value. The price of organic skin care products reflects the cost of the labor of cultivation. Sustainable agricultural methods hold greater value. Weather conditions can challenge crops and therefore market supply and thus costs. Organic certification is also costly. Higher quality ingredients will also cost more.

We all choose what we value. Information is what fuels wise decisions.

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An Ancient Valentine's Tale for Luring the Heart

Valentine's Special Aromatic Tale of the Heart

Over the past years I have enjoyed working with skin care clients. I take great pride in offering personalized care and attention to my customers. I feel that the people who are attracted to Garden of Eve skin care products are special people who care about their health, the health of our planet and the resulting beauty that shines from within. To me you are all Valentines.

In keeping with the theme of this month – Valentine’s Day and what is dear to the Heart my thoughts first come to the Joy to the Heart Hand & Body cream. Here is an ancient tale that explains what this blend represents.

An Aromatic Tale of Luring the Heart

Aromatherapy and the use of the essential oils of plants has been an integral aspect of life throughout the ancient civilizations of China, India, Greece, Rome and Egypt. Whether used for their aromatic influence on emotions and mood, or used topically for their physical influence essential oils have been found to be a potent and effective form of herbalism.

A favorite story I came upon in my study of aromatherapy, was that of Cleopatra and how she used the essential oils in her conquest of Mark Anthony. It is said that on her voyage down the Nile to meet the famous leader, she had the sails of her ship soaked with the essential oils of rose and orange three times a day. Of course, she had the 'staff?’ to accomplish this. The significance of the rose oil is that it is has an effect of opening one's heart to being receptive. Orange oil brings harmony and balance to both body and mind. So this aromatic blend set the scene and the mood for her to be favorably received. Imagine the affect this had on Mark Anthony as well as all the town's people as Cleopatra's ship sailed into the harbor! Well, I'm sure this was not the only ploy she played on him. But I'm also certain it was quite effective!

Rose oil is particularly effective for opening and balancing all of our energy centers. It has the highest vibrational frequency of all plants and raises the frequency of all our body's cells. Experience the emotional balancing and uplifting in Garden of Eve Joy to the Heart aromatic hand and body cream. http://www.gardenofeveskincare.com/hand-body.html

True this lovely blend of Rose & Citrus does call to our hearts – uplifting and opening our energies. It also is formulated with botanicals that are specifically beneficial for our skin.


You can never have too much Joy!

Are You Sensitive to Scents?

Although the only aroma in Garden of Eve Skincare products is that of pure steam distilled plants, I understand some people's systems are so sensitive they can easily be overwhelmed even by the scents of natural ingredients.

For this reason all Garden of Eve products are available with little or no scent. You can view our at http://www.gardenofeveskincare.com/no-scent.html

Being chemically sensitive myself, I know how difficult and frustrating it can be to find quality products to use. This is why I developed Garden of Eve skincare products - first for myself.

Now, it is a pleasure for me to help people looking for non-toxic products that benefit their skin. Although most people do very well with my basic formulations, I am happy to customize products when needed.

The New Year’s Resolution that Fuels Them All:Self-Care;

' Bringing in the New Year traditionally inspires making resolutions to do better, be better and take better self-care. What to do to ensure the energy, and positive outlook to maintain the focus toward goals for 2010? It’s easy; make self-care the #1 priority. At Garden of Eve safe skin care is the primary mission. It isn't any wonder their products excel in the Skin Deep database, a popular consumer guide to safe cosmetic products.

Afton, VA (PRWEB) December 2, 2009 --
Garden of Eve is proud to announce their support of the #1 important New Year's Resolution - taking care of oneself. After the Holiday Season’s festivities many people notice that their indulgence in the temptations of food and drink, has taken a toll on their energy and physical appearance. Along with the dryness of winter climate’s air, water and indoor heating one can’t miss that their skin now wants special pampering for renewal. All of this serves as motivation for making New Year’s resolutions for self-care. New Year’s resolutions come and go, but one that has stood the test of time and drives all the others is Self-Care. By taking care of oneself FIRST it’s then possible to focus on relationships and on goal achievement. Along with improved eating habits, getting adequate rest, and exercise, skin care tops the charts in the self-care category. But unlike the first three, it’s not really dependent on having a lot of self-control, so it has a higher probability of success.

“What better way to start the New Year in 2010 than pursuing safe skin care as a pathway to improved self-care”

Bringing the New Year in with an improved choice of safe skin care products is in keeping with the times. Today, consumers are seeking value in their purchases. Skin care that protects health rather than compromises health, as well as being a quality product that provides effective skin care is considered to be a purchase of optimum value. To assist with kicking-off the New Year’s Resolutions, Garden of Eve is offering a New Year’s Resolution Discount Special.

"The harsh chemicals in many beauty products are unknowingly absorbed into the skin and ultimately can travel through the body by way of the circulatory system. Consumers are beginning to realize that safe skin care is as important to their well-being as the food they eat.” says Garden of Eve founder and health consultant Eve Stahl. “With some skin care ingredients being linked to kidney or liver damage and other severe problems, there is great importance in having alternative options for women and men who want to maintain an all-around healthy lifestyle.

It’s well known that the skin is the first line of defense against all elements, such as microorganisms, wind, and pollutants. Its “acid mantle,” provides a barrier function against harmful substances in the environment. Additionally it should protect us from the harmful ingredients used in some skin care products. However, penetration enhancer ingredients are used to overcome the body’s natural defense mechanism. Those armed with the latest in skin care research and products that are proven by hard data to be pure, do have a fighting chance. The secret weapon of a wise consumer is to be an educated consumer.

Fortunately, now there’s an online database where consumers can go to see first-hand what kind of harmful substances might be in their favorite face cream or suntan lotion. The “Skin Deepdatabase provides all the information that consumers need to make informed decisions about their skin care products. The database was created in response to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), findings that more than 750 personal care products that are sold in the U.S. violate industry safety or cosmetic safety standards in other industrialized countries, according to the EWG in a 2007 letter to the FDA. For those in the know, there are safe alternatives.

Enter Garden of Eve products, made for both men and women and ranging in scope from cleansers to moisturizer creams. Eve’s products provide a natural alternative to other brands and are made with organic and wild crafted extracts and essential oils of herbs and exotic flowers that naturally replenish the skin. The Garden of Eve product line, founded in 2003 by health consultant and beauty expert Eve Stahl, is specially crafted to revitalize the skin in a 100% safe and ecologically- friendly manner. Garden of Eve skin care products are at the head of the class for safety, both in the Skin Deep database and in the hearts and minds of customers world-wide. What better way to start the New Year in 2010 than pursuing safe skin care as a pathway to improved self-care.”

Greening the Holidays with Garden of Eve's Skin Care that Cares for the Planet

Consumers are seeking value in their purchases. Many consumers don't realize that beauty products can be packed with double value, beautifying not only their skin but the planet too. Skin care products can have a huge negative impact on the planet due to the synthetic chemicals they frequently contain. Garden of Eve products bring a unique, beautifying experience to consumers every day through the use of carefully selected whole plant ingredients, perfect for green gifting.

Garden of Eve is proud to announce their Green Skin Care Gift Sets for Green Holiday shoppers. Consumers today want to make a difference in the world in as many ways as possible. With careful selection of natural skin care products it is possible to leverage purchasing power to beautify the skin, and the planet too. "Doing well by doing good" is a concept that is really catching on, and by purchasing products that reduce carbon footprint and promote environmental sustainability, everyone can do their part without going outside their current budget or buying extra products that they normally wouldn't purchase. In these tough economic times, great values can be found that resonate with a planet-friendly worldview and a desire to make the world a better place. Garden of Eve’s Special Holiday Offers include attractive green skin care gift sets packaged in fair trade hand woven fiber bags at special discounted prices for the holidays.

Today, consumers are seeking value in their purchases. Safe skin care that has a health value as well as being a quality product that provides effective skin care plus is produced in an environmentally-friendly way is considered to be a purchase of optimum value. Many consumers have become aware of the Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database report for assessing the safety of their skin care products. Accessing information about the safety of cosmetic products also assists people to make environmentally-friendly choices. “What is safe for people is more likely to be safe for the planet.”

A "face for the ages" (not an aging face), and a healthy radiant appearance can be achieved using pure natural plant ingredients, like those found in Garden of Eve Skin Care systems. Even better, their use can help to protect the planet. In her book, "Drop Dead Gorgeous," author Kim Erickson writes, "Many of the ingredients used in cosmetics are environmental pollutants. Along with the waste produced during the manufacturing process, millions of gallons of synthetic chemicals are washed down the drain and into the sewer every day. "But what can be done to stop this? By purchasing safe and "Green" this holiday season, shoppers can truly make a difference. And why not be sure about what we use on our skin? It's the largest organ of the body and the doorway to good health. Garden of Eve products lead the way in safety scores and sustainability practices. They have delighted consumers since the company was founded in 2003.

Garden of Eve was created by Eve Stahl, a health consultant and beauty expert with a passion for protecting the planet."We don't need to sacrifice our health for the beauty of our skin, and likewise we don't need to sacrifice the health of our planet to have beautiful skin. Excellent results can be achieved with ingredients from nature." Eve's own experience with environmental sensitivity and sensitive skin issues led her on a journey that eventually resulted in the creation of her own company. She built Garden of Eve based on green business practices, such as using reusable and recyclable packaging materials from suppliers' shipments and local stores that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Using plant ingredients rather than synthetic petro-chemicals, printing on recycled paper, and choosing Energy Star-rated electronic equipment are some of the other green choices that Garden of Eve makes in doing its part. Eve is also a participating member of the Green America Business Network and a signer of the Compact for Safe Cosmetics. Together, both of these non-profit organizations exemplify the two guiding principles on which she developed her company - safe for people and safe for the planet.

Do something special for the planet this holiday season by thinking green when purchasing special gift items for friends and family. For green gift ideas see what Garden of Eve is offering this season.


Make Holiday Gift Choices a Gift for the Planet.

Pregnant Moms Go Green; Embrace Toxin-Free Skin Care Products in Growing Numbers

It’s no news that going green is “in,” but have you ever heard of a “green baby shower?” It seems moms-to-be are using their pregnancies as a time of reflection and renewal, starting new habits and making lifestyle changes that will start their families off on the right environmental foot. Going green with pregnancy safe skin care products is one way they can pamper themselves and their babies in a safe and yet affordable way.

At Garden of Eve, a 30 percent sales growth in “Expectantly Lovely” pregnancy safe skin care products bears testimony to Moms’eco-friendly, toxin-free, wholistic trend. From eco-friendly nursery products to organic diets and non-toxic skincare, more pregnant women today are making sure that they give themselves and their babies only the best from the very beginning of their time together. To their credit, moms are making more informed choices than ever before, thanks in part to the growth of social media and “mommy blogs” that educate and raise their awareness on a variety of expectancy issues, including the advent of the eco-friendly pregnancy.

Garden of Eve is offering discounts on select green gift sets this holiday season for the holiday eco-shopper. Eve Stahl, founder of Garden of Eve, believes that “Expectantly Lovely" is picking up notice by new mothers seeking to protect the health of their unborns and newborns.” Moms who do their homework are flocking to the Environmental Working Group’s “Skin Deep” cosmetic safety database, where cosmetics are evaluated and receive a numeric “hazard score” that reflects the level of toxic ingredients used in the manufacturing process. A score of zero indicates a truly safe product, which is a very rare occurrence. Since Eve’s products are among the few that receive scores of zero, moms know they can indulge in these pampering products without worrying about whether or not there are substances in them that could harm their unborn children.

" Pregnant women must choose their skin care products carefully, as harmful chemicals are present in many leading brands and can be toxic not only to mother, but the baby as well."

Alarmingly, many of the synthetic ingredients found in commonly-purchased skin care brands are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and more than 750 personal care products in the U.S. violate industry safety or cosmetic safety standards that are in effect in other countries. However, the Garden of Eve product line is specially crafted to revitalize skin and is completely void of synthetic ingredients such as parabens and pthalates, which have ties to reproductive problems.

Harsh chemicals in many beauty products are unknowingly absorbed into the skin and can travel through the entire body via the circulatory system. Instead of these, Eve’s products are formulated with extracts and essential oils of herbs, flowers and exotic hydrosols, all of which are found in nature. Using hand-pressed butters, waxes and these essential oils, her creamy indulgences create a paradise for the skin that leaves it soft, hydrated, and glowing. For expectant mothers, this is a welcome luxury during a time when swelling, acne, blotching and fluctuations in body temperature can make for many uncomfortable and discouraging moments.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Breast Cancer Fund, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and the Environmental Working Group (EWG) are three of the consumer advocate organizations that collaborated to develop the www.cosmeticsdatabase.com to assist consumers in their choices of skincare products that safeguard their health from the hazardous ingredients found in many skin care products on the market.
As one looks through the www.cosmeticsdatabase.com at the many products and their ingredients it can be alarming to see how common it is to find products with ingredients that are reported to be carcinogens, not to mention all the other potential health hazards those ingredients pose.

Garden of Eve has formulated skin care products with ingredients that protect your health and support the immune system in general by not taxing it with the use of toxic synthetic chemicals.

These products are a valuable choice for use by cancer patients while under treatment as well as post treatment, as they do not interfere with medical treatments, nor do they increase the burden on the immune system as might the synthetic chemicals found in other skin care products.


When I go to chemotherapy treatments, my nurse practitioner tells me that she is envious of how radiant my skin looks.
I have been using only Garden of Eve products.
Thank you Eve, your products have been a great comfort to me at this time.

Judy S., Connecticut