In total, the industry expert panel and celebrity judged 325 products, across 83 categories.

This included 16 products which were granted the ‘Readers’ Kiss Of Approval’ award by Cosmopolitan’s 1.5 million readers who voted for their favourite products via the magazine and online.

Burt’s Bees Australia General Manager Emma Atkinson is keen to see more people talking about ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ personal care products. Recent interest in accurate labelling on the part of the ACCC, and the growing body of research about the potential harmful effects of ingredients such as phthalates, parabens and triclosan mean consumers are more aware than ever before.

“It’s about honesty about what we use and clarity about what we mean,” Ms Atkinson said.

Sydney International Spa & Beauty Expo

Saturday 13 August 9am – 6pm
Sunday 14 August 10am – 5pm

Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour

Be blown away by a natural feast of organic beauty, organic foods, homewares and plenty of fun.

Where is it? You’re asking!
Hall 3, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour

Saturday 6 August 2010, 10.00am – 6.00pm
Sunday 7 August 2010, 10.00am – 5.00pm

Developed by super model, actress, UN ambassador and environmental activist Gisele Bundchen, Sejaa is the result of many years of passionate development.

Driven by the desire to develop a line of pure and natural skincare, Gisele also wanted to create products with as little impact on the environment as possible. Using all-natural ingredients, calming fragrances, thoughtful packaging and recycled paper, Sejaa Pure Skincare was born.

The result? A revolutionary skincare line that protects and supports your skin’s natural radiance, while also protecting the health and beauty of our environment.

It means healing as in fresh air, sunlight, a cooling breeze, and the kind thoughts of a good friend. According to Badger, those are simple ways of restoring balance. And that’s the way Badger products work.

Their mission is to create fabulously pure and effective products of the highest natural quality, based on simplicity and thoughtful preparation, with the intention to soothe and heal.

Kimberly Sayer of London products are composed of the finest, steam-distilled organic ingredients such as soy, sea algae and rare Ugandan shea butter, along with pure essential oils, powerful antioxidants and potent vegetable proteins.

Her formulations are carefully blended following the traditions of the ancient Apothecarists, and all the products contain 95-100% organic ingredients grown on organic soil including soy and rare Ugandan shea butter.

The brand has their very own patented ‘plant pseudo-collagen’ formulations which is the secret behind the effectiveness of their anti-aging range.

Natural
Burts Bees products carry the NPA certified natural seal because they are committed to using the highest level of natural ingredients during the formulation of their products.

Humanitarian
Burts Bees commitment to social responsibility revolves around well-being. Burts Bees believe that we must respect and care for all living creatures and be a positive force within our community. Remain committed to never testing on animals. The community initiatives supported by Burts Bees includes:

Habitat for Humanity Australia – www.habitat.org.au
Orana – www.oranaonline.com.au
Liptember – www.liptember.com.au

Environmental
Most of Burts Bees packaging is created from recycled materials, or is developed with recyclability and re-use in mind. Their vision is to operate on 100% renewable energy. They don’t want to create any additional garbage on the planet and work hard to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Lets have a look at the Burts Bees Product range.

The other more economical option  is a tanning lotion.

Tanning lotions have come along way since the grotty orange carrot look.  Technology has progressed greatly during the past 20 years in the cosmetics tanning industry and you can now find natural products  available that can help nourish your skin while giving it that extra boosts of pigment.

Subtle bronzed skin is a hit no matter what the season is. You can now obtain that gorgeous golden glow in the winter by using safe affordable methods and by following these easy sunless tanning tricks.