Nymphaea caerulea, better known as the blue lotus flower, is actually a gift to the world. Originally found on the banks of the river Nile, the Nymphaea caerulea, also called the blue lily, today is found all over the world including the Indian sub-continent. This beautiful blue flower is considered sacred by Indians, ... read more
The ugly truth behind fragrance oils
How many people buy a particular beauty product (skin care, soap, hair care etc) because it smells sooooo good? I used to do this myself ( lurrved coconut and lime body lotions and herbal essences shampoos and conditioners!) until I got quite ill with endometriosis and took a good look at what was the cause of the ... read more
Why we won’t make natural sunblock….
Being summer in Australia, it is no surprise that we have had many requests to make an all natural *sunblock for friends and their families. The reason we have been asked this is that the overwhelming majority of sunscreens on the market today are, well…….horrific. A 2007 document from the FDA stated that: “The FDA is ... read more
Facial Steaming Recipes
A good old facial steam is a great way to unclog pores and detox your skin. Here at Bare Beauty we are especially fond of the herbal steam baths. Nothing better than going out and picking a bunch of herbs from your garden and sitting over a bowl of steaming water for 5 minutes. Its a great way to get a bit of 'Me' time as ... read more
Basil & Kale Pesto Recipe
We are all about antioxidants for great skin care here at Bare Beauty and nothing says antioxidant like greens. Especially a freshly picked bunch of kale 💚 Pesto is such a versatile sauce to have in your fridge, you can use it mixed with coconut kefir yogurt as a dip, smear it on my super quick buckwheat pizza base or ... read more
Quick Avocado & Cocao Mousse
Quick Avocado & Cocao Mousse Once you try this simple recipe, I am sure it will become a firm favourite when you are craving something sweet but don’t want to be naughty! This mousse recipe ticks all of the healthy boxes. Both for your skin and body👏🏻 Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients and how they benefit ... read more
Super Cheap Eco Laundry Detergent
For all of you eco warriors out there, here is a simple and super cheap laundry liquid recipe that I got from Bec at Eco & Us. Make 6 litres of laundry liquid for under $3!! That's about 6 cents a load. I have used it for many different types of loads of washing and find that it works just as well as any other ... read more
Best Ever Guacamole Recipe
Everyone knows how good avo's are for you and how amazing the benefits of eating them and using the oil on your skin are. If you don't then here's why! If you want beautiful-looking skin without buying expensive skin products, make avocados a part of your diet. Aging will change your skin, giving you fine lines and ... read more
Simple & Nutritious Buckwheat Pizza Base
Most people love pizza. All of your favourite things piled on a crispy base, what’s not to love? Answer: many people are either gluten intolerant or realise how much better they feel when they stay away from wheat. I am one of these people. I also love to make things that don’t take long and are full of nutrients which is ... read more
GF Moist Chocolate & Zucchini Cake
This recipe is gluten-free, dairy free, refined sugar free and vegan if you substitute the eggs for flax meal or egg replacer 💚 Easter is nearly upon us which means a yummy and healthy chocolate cake recipe is needed! I usually wouldn’t use chocolate, just cocao in my recipes but being Easter time, I made an ... read more
Healthy Scrumptious Caramel Slice
I have a confession to make, I am not a big caramel fan. Strange, I know when everyone else around me seems to love it. I have always found the caramel chocolates you get in the shops hurt my teeth and we’re too sickly. However, I have found myself intrigued by the pics I’ve been seeing on Instagram of raw caramel using ... read more
Super Quick Adzuki & Coconut Brownies
I do so love a good brownie. It is something that I experiment with and make as a treat more than anything else. This recipe is so quick to make, totally delicious and very nutritious. Adzuki beans are one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. They are loaded with antioxidants, high in protein and fiber and ... read more
Fruit & Herb Infused Water for Beautiful Clear Skin
Fruit infused waters are a wonderful and refreshing drink option for summer when the sun is out and you want a thirst quenching alternative to plain water. They are also a great way to help your body detox after the holiday season and flush out your kidneys which is will clear and brighten your skin. The market for ... read more
The hidden dangers of high estrogen foods
In women who are still menstruating, estrogen and progesterone are the two main hormones produced each month by the ovaries. When there is too much estrogen in relation to progesterone, you have a situation called estrogen dominance, where progesterone cannot reach the optimum 20 – 25 mg. during the final two weeks of a ... read more
