Arbonne Made the List
Look -- High Trust's Beth Bingham Georges made the holiday pick list for Spirited Women.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
HEALING THROUGH MUSIC, NATURE & SPIRITUALITY! Marianna Mujica, therapist, healer, inspirational singer, motivational speaker creates space for women to connect deeply with their heart's song through coaching, Spiritual Journeys In Nature, personalized song mantras & interactive presentations and workshops. Facebook pages include Spiritual Journeys In Nature and From Frightened to Fearless. Contact:
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Arbonne's Black Friday Sale
I am hosting
my Annual "Black Friday" Email
Sale!
Here's how it
works:
Email your order to me on Black Friday, November 23th starting at 5:00am Pacific Standard Time for special discounts that start at 60% and drop throughout the day. I will discount the order based on the time stamp on the email. Discounts apply to the RETAIL cost of the product. Tax and shipping still apply.
Email your order to me on Black Friday, November 23th starting at 5:00am Pacific Standard Time for special discounts that start at 60% and drop throughout the day. I will discount the order based on the time stamp on the email. Discounts apply to the RETAIL cost of the product. Tax and shipping still apply.
Any size order! No Minimum - No Maximum!
Check out my website for a complete list of all Arbonne products: www.bethbingham.myarbonne.com. And here is the all important email address: bethbingham50@yahoo.com.
Email Me Between These
Hours (PST)
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And Receive This
Discount
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5:00am
and 5:59am
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60%
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6:00am
and 6:59am
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55%
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7:00am
and 7:59am
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50%
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8:00am
and 8:59am
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45%
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9:00am
and 11:59am
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40%
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Noon
and 2:59pm
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35%
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3:00pm
and Midnight
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25%
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Some of my favorites for the holidays: Mandarin/Pomegranate Hair Care Set and
Candle, Shea Butter Hand Cream Trio and the Special Edition Angel Fragrance.
Some of my favorites for all year: RE9 Eye Crème, FC5 Ultra-Hydrating Hand
Crème, Sheer Glow Highlighter, Remineralizing Body Lotion 24H and
Aromassentials Sea Salt Scrub in Awaken.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Ghosts and Goblins aren't the only scary things out there
Check out this scary article posted on Cultivate Health:
Cosmetics and Animal Rendering
Rendered animals are used in the manufacture of personal care products. To vegans and people concerned with animal creulty legislation this may be of particular interest. What is Animal Rendering and what products are made from this process? The food processing industry calls it recycling; Animal Rendering is the process of cooking raw animal material, transforming it from waste into a profitable product. Lard is a common derivative of rendering the soft caul fat surrounding digestive organs and small intestines of the pig.
Raw animal material used in cosmetics, soaps, lubricants, and detergents, soap and candles are by-products of animal origin that are not intended for human consumption. Raw animal materials not fit for human consumption include but are not limited to; discarded fat, bone trimmings, meat scraps, blood, feathers, and offal from slaughterhouses, poultry processors, farms, feedlots, butcher shops and ranches. Rendering plants may also use restaurant grease, spoiled grocery meat from supermarkets and fast-food chains as well as animal carcasses from road kill, deceased zoo animals, euthanized or otherwise dead animals from city animal shelters and horses. The rendering process is completed by the bleaching, deodorizing and hydrogenation stage which alters the finished quality of the rendered products to artificially increase its value and quality.
Sodium Laurel Sulphate is a derivative of Lauric acid, Lauric acid is a derivative of rendered animal parts. Sodium Laurel Sulphate is a common foaming agent in personal care products. A variation of SLS is Sodium Laureth Sulfate (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate- SLES), is a higher-foaming variation of SLS. These derivatives are known irritants, readily absorbed by the body, retained in the eyes, brain, heart, liver and tissues. Recent studies are showing these are damaging peoples health. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate clean by corrosion, drying the skin by stripping the protective lipids from the surface so it can’t effectively regulate moisture. It may cause hair loss by attacking the follicle. In bubble baths it is classified as a drug because it can eat away the skins protection, causing rashes and infection to occur.
The rendering industry is essentially a recycling industry, made possible by the development of a large-scale food industry. Commodifying waste, using potential polutants to make fuels, soaps, solvants, ceramics, cosmetics, rubber, plastics and floor wax. Rendering works to solve what would otherwise be a major disposal problem. Despite saving the cost of incineration and lowering the burden on landfills there are some serious impacts to economics and health.
If you want to avoid animal by-products in your personal care products these are some ingredients to look for Non-edible tallow, Oleic acid, Glycerine, Stearic acid, Linoleic acid, Lauric acid, Sodium Laurel Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Cruelty-free options are available. Vegan-sourced gummie candy, crayons and cosmetics are not hard to find. The international symbol for cruelty-free products, the leaping bunny logo, denotes products which are free of animal sources. Visit the Leaping Bunny website to learn more. Cruelty-free alternatives can be found at your local natural foods co-op, on the Internet (use a search engine such as Google or Yahoo for “cruelty free”).
There is a balance in all things. When people rejected beef and it’s products due to BSE the demand for plant based oils rose (Oleochemicals). It feels strange, but faced with the issue of waste disposal, it makes sense to turn animal waste into fuel, ceramics, rubber and plastic. That said, I’m not convinced we should be immersed in these products day after day, showering then slathering on lotions, creams and powders. Constant exposure to chemicals that stay in our tissues does not seem like a healthy choice.
Beth Bingham Georges
Arbonne International
Area Manager
www.bethbingham.myarbonne.com
bethbingham50@yahoo.com
(Arbonne is completely vegan and never tested on animals.)
Raw animal material used in cosmetics, soaps, lubricants, and detergents, soap and candles are by-products of animal origin that are not intended for human consumption. Raw animal materials not fit for human consumption include but are not limited to; discarded fat, bone trimmings, meat scraps, blood, feathers, and offal from slaughterhouses, poultry processors, farms, feedlots, butcher shops and ranches. Rendering plants may also use restaurant grease, spoiled grocery meat from supermarkets and fast-food chains as well as animal carcasses from road kill, deceased zoo animals, euthanized or otherwise dead animals from city animal shelters and horses. The rendering process is completed by the bleaching, deodorizing and hydrogenation stage which alters the finished quality of the rendered products to artificially increase its value and quality.
Sodium Laurel Sulphate is a derivative of Lauric acid, Lauric acid is a derivative of rendered animal parts. Sodium Laurel Sulphate is a common foaming agent in personal care products. A variation of SLS is Sodium Laureth Sulfate (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate- SLES), is a higher-foaming variation of SLS. These derivatives are known irritants, readily absorbed by the body, retained in the eyes, brain, heart, liver and tissues. Recent studies are showing these are damaging peoples health. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate clean by corrosion, drying the skin by stripping the protective lipids from the surface so it can’t effectively regulate moisture. It may cause hair loss by attacking the follicle. In bubble baths it is classified as a drug because it can eat away the skins protection, causing rashes and infection to occur.
The rendering industry is essentially a recycling industry, made possible by the development of a large-scale food industry. Commodifying waste, using potential polutants to make fuels, soaps, solvants, ceramics, cosmetics, rubber, plastics and floor wax. Rendering works to solve what would otherwise be a major disposal problem. Despite saving the cost of incineration and lowering the burden on landfills there are some serious impacts to economics and health.
If you want to avoid animal by-products in your personal care products these are some ingredients to look for Non-edible tallow, Oleic acid, Glycerine, Stearic acid, Linoleic acid, Lauric acid, Sodium Laurel Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Cruelty-free options are available. Vegan-sourced gummie candy, crayons and cosmetics are not hard to find. The international symbol for cruelty-free products, the leaping bunny logo, denotes products which are free of animal sources. Visit the Leaping Bunny website to learn more. Cruelty-free alternatives can be found at your local natural foods co-op, on the Internet (use a search engine such as Google or Yahoo for “cruelty free”).
There is a balance in all things. When people rejected beef and it’s products due to BSE the demand for plant based oils rose (Oleochemicals). It feels strange, but faced with the issue of waste disposal, it makes sense to turn animal waste into fuel, ceramics, rubber and plastic. That said, I’m not convinced we should be immersed in these products day after day, showering then slathering on lotions, creams and powders. Constant exposure to chemicals that stay in our tissues does not seem like a healthy choice.
Beth Bingham Georges
Arbonne International
Area Manager
www.bethbingham.myarbonne.com
bethbingham50@yahoo.com
(Arbonne is completely vegan and never tested on animals.)
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Dan Arteritano of High Trust BNI chapter will be the special guest on The Social Sandbox.Net on Tuesday Oct 30th at 8:30 AM PST.
Co-hosts Kevin McGrew (The Strategist), Kathleen Ray (The Hands On) and JC (The average Joe) interact bringing you the latest happenings in social media including expert interviews, discussions related to social media platforms, the what’s new in apps and tools, and most importantly, how to apply them to your Social Media efforts, all within a one-hour entertaining, and educational socially interactive environment. Each week there will be great applicable information on what’s happening in the world of social media. We’ll interview industry rock stars and they’ll share their ideas and views about Facebook, Google+, Twitter, LinkedIn and other platforms that are revolutionizing the way we interact and communicate with each other. Share this: Please listen on Tuesday Oct 30th at 8:30 AM PST
Learn more about the services Dan offers at LongBoardIntSvc.com
Co-hosts Kevin McGrew (The Strategist), Kathleen Ray (The Hands On) and JC (The average Joe) interact bringing you the latest happenings in social media including expert interviews, discussions related to social media platforms, the what’s new in apps and tools, and most importantly, how to apply them to your Social Media efforts, all within a one-hour entertaining, and educational socially interactive environment. Each week there will be great applicable information on what’s happening in the world of social media. We’ll interview industry rock stars and they’ll share their ideas and views about Facebook, Google+, Twitter, LinkedIn and other platforms that are revolutionizing the way we interact and communicate with each other. Share this: Please listen on Tuesday Oct 30th at 8:30 AM PST
Learn more about the services Dan offers at LongBoardIntSvc.com
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Learn about Trusts and Estate Planning
We hear a lot today about needing a trust or having an estate plan. There are so many places to get one done; a financial planner, the internet and attorneys. So, what makes me different from the thousands of choices out there. Come to the High Trust BNI meeting on October 23, 2012 at 7:00 a.m. at the Grand in Long Beach and find out.
Jill Brousard will be telling us about our options.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Scary Things Might Be Lurking in Your Cosmetics
They say beauty is only skin deep. But the cosmetic products many women use to look their best every day could actually be causing damage far beyond that. Research suggests that many trusted makeup and personal care products may contain potentially harmful chemicals.
"The average woman uses 10 beauty products a day, exposing her to 126 chemical ingredients, many of which are linked to health risks such as diabetes, cancer, or reproductive harm," says Lisa Archer, director of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.
Unlike the guidelines for foods, beverages, and medications put in place by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the safety rules governing cosmetic products aren’t nearly as strict. "Right now, the Federal Trade Commission is the body responsible for monitoring the safety of cosmetic and cosmeceutical products, and their only authority is to recommend that a product be pulled off the market after enough complaints have been logged," explains Jessica J. Krant, MD, MPH, an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York City.
This means it’s up to consumers to become label readers and to be aware of the ingredients in makeup and other beauty products that pose potentially significant health risks. Here are some of the most common and controversial chemicals:Phthalates
"Phthalates are used to make products more pliable and are found in toys, food, and some cosmetic products, such as nail polish and soap," says Adam Friedman, MD, an assistant professor of dermatology at Montefiore-Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City.
In fact, phthalates are so common that most Americans tested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the "Fourth National Report on Human Exposure to Environmental Chemicals" had evidence of phthalate metabolites in their bodies. The health effects of this level of phthalate exposure are still unconfirmed, but research is ongoing. One recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives found that women with high levels of phthalates in their urine were at an elevated risk for diabetes.
Phthalates may come with other health risks, too, including low hormone levels and small genital size in men whose mothers were exposed to the chemicals during pregnancy. "The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) added eight phthalate ingredients to their ‘Chemicals of Concern’ list, meaning the agency will keep a close watch on the chemicals with stricter limitations in the future," Dr. Friedman says.
If you are concerned about phthalates, Friedman recommends you look for phthalate-free cosmetics and beauty products. "Or check the ingredients list for the terms dibutylphthalate, dimethylphthalate,diethylphthalate, butyl ester, or plasticizer," he says.
Parabens
"Parabens are preservatives used as ingredients in many cosmetic products, including deodorant, shampoo, makeup, lotions, and oral care products," says Glenn Kolansky, MD, a dermatologist in Red Bank, N.J. "They protect against bacteria growth."
Sounds good, right? But a recent study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology revealed that the protection parabens offer against bacteria may come with a price: an increased risk for breast cancer. Researchers found that 99 percent of the tissue samples collected from women with breast cancer contained at least one paraben, and 60 percent of the samples contained no fewer than five parabens. Researchers suspect that the estrogen-like effects of parabens in the body may be partially to blame for the health risks they cause.
To avoid parabens, Dr. Kolansky recommends you look for products labeled "paraben-free" or "organic." Beware of ingredients that include the word paraben, such as propyl- or methylparaben.
Triclosan
"Triclosan — an ingredient in a lot of antibacterial hand soaps, deodorant, and toothpaste — has been linked to antibiotic resistance and is a hormone-disruptor," Archer explains. This means that it interferes with the production or regulation of natural hormones in the body.
Triclosan is classified by the EPA as a pesticide, but it’s used commonly as a preservative and as an antimicrobial agent. However, "the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says regular soap and water are just as effective as antibacterial soaps, so the health risks of triclosan seem to outweigh the benefits, " Archer says.
Nanomaterials
Nanomaterials are tiny, engineered particles measured in billionths of a meter that can change the way many products, including cosmetics, operate. "Skin care products incorporating nanoparticles can change the way cosmetic ingredients interact with the skin," Friedman says. For example, nanoparticle ingredients can help give makeup a more natural look and give moisturizers and sunscreens a smoother feel.
No obvious health risks have been associated with nanoparticles, but the FDA is keeping a close eye on them. Because of their tiny size, nanomaterials may be able to get into cells they wouldn’t normally have access to.
"The greatest concern is that nanoparticles have the potential to generate free radicals [molecules that can cause damage to human cells or DNA] when exposed to ultraviolet radiation,” Friedman explains. “More research is needed to fully understand the health risk associated with nanoproducts.”
If you would feel more comfortable avoiding these ingredients in the meantime, check out the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies’ online database of products that contain nanoparticle ingredients.
The ‘Toxic Trio’
"Many nail polishes contain what is referred to as the ‘toxic trio’ — toluene, a neurotoxin; formaldehyde, a known carcinogen; and dibutyl phthalate (DBP), a reproductive toxin and hormone disruptor, " Archer says. To avoid these ingredients, she recommends that you look for nail polishes that do not contain them or that are water-based instead, particularly if you are pregnant. "Look for labels that say ‘three-free,’ " she says. "OPI is one brand that does not contain these ingredients."
A Smart Consumer Is a Beautiful Thing
So what’s a woman who loves her lotions and potions to do? Her homework. Being a safe consumer takes some research, Archer says. To keep the health risks from cosmetics ingredients as low as possible for yourself and your family, try these tips:
Article written by Elizabeth Shimer Bowers. Medically reviewed by Farrokh Sohrabi, MD
www.bethbingham.myarbonne.com
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