Cocoa butter vs. shea butter: is there really any difference? In the natural and organic marketplace, these two ingredients often seem interchangeable. However, while both butters can be beneficial to your skin, that doesn’t mean they always serve the same purpose. Read below to understand their differences and which one is best for you. Cocoa Butter vs. Shea Butter: The DifferencesScentWhile cocoa butter is pleasantly reminiscent of chocolate or coconuts, the scent of shea butter is much less attractive. Because this ingredient can be improved with essential oils, it remains a popular one. However, it might be one to avoid...

In the last few decades, many cosmetics giants have begun to trumpet the importance of mineral makeups. Dermatologists and other experts particularly steer those with acne and sensitive skin towards mineral makeup options.To find out why, read below. Allows pores to remain uncloggedWhen pores become clogged with too many dead skin cells and excess sebum, they attract bacteria, which becomes trapped in the pore. Once it’s trapped, it begins to multiply, causing swelling and redness – in other words, the beginning of acne. Read more about the beginning of acne here. However, one of the benefits of mineral makeup is...

 Essential oils are great ingredients for a variety of reasons – they’re natural, easy to find and useful in everything from cleaning solutions to skin care products. In this post, however, we’ve picked the ones that you should definitely keep in your house when temperatures drop below freezing. Read below to see our list of the best essential oils for the extreme cold. Interested in skin care products with the essential oils listed below? Shop the Real Purity Skin Care category now for 20% off products with your favorites. Use WINTERSKIN at checkout.  Essential Oils and their BenefitsTea Tree Oil: This...

 At Real Purity, we love green living, which often includes shopping at farmers markets, making your own cleaning supplies, and (of course) using natural cosmetics & skin care from Real Purity. But sometimes, schedules get so hectic that it's easy to resort to freezer meals and fast food - and suddenly those farmers markets you loved seem like a thing of the distant past.In order to help you keep your family happy & healthy this winter, we thought we'd scour the internet for some compromises that get your family healthy meals, but keep your prep to a minimum - and for that, we...

 Are you looking for the perfect anti-wrinkle treatment for your skin? If so, you’ve started looking in the right place.While some ingredients are made to reduce the looks of fine lines, others may help prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place.  No matter what challenge you face, if you’re wondering how to reduce wrinkles with natural ingredients, the three listed below are bound to get you on the right track. Coconut OilBecause it’s high in saturated fats (the good kind of fat your body loves) and antioxidants like vitamin E and vitamin K, coconut oil is excellent for aging...

 The holiday season is upon us, and many of us are embracing gift-giving opportunities. But as a lover of all things naturally made, what gift will be sure to wow your friends, your wallet and your lifestyle? Read below to see why giving the gift of natural body scrubs could be the perfect fit for you. Why gift natural body scrubs? During the holiday season, body scrubs can battle stressed, cracked skin by exfoliating and improving its tone and vibrancy. When it’s time for a tired friend or relative to put her feet up, using a scented natural body scrub...

Keeping your skin young and healthy isn’t always easy – especially as we age. However, once you start being intentional about using products and ingredients appropriate for your skin, they are many easy ways to maintain its beauty. Read on for 4 easy ways to get younger looking skin. Use A Gentle Facial CleanserMany of us use a facial cleanser during our routine – but if you’re using one with harsh chemicals, you might be drying out your skin. Instead, switch to a cleanser that’s made from naturally derived ingredients. A few examples include Rose Oil, which can lightly moisturize and...

Real Purity adheres to only the highest standards when creating each of its products – which includes using only the highest quality essential oils. Today, we want to highlight two of our favorites. Read on to learn about the the benefits of Sandalwood and Grapefruit Extract.Grapefruit Extract: Diuretic:  Grapefruit extract removes toxins and waste via excess water from the body via urination. Mood Booster: Grapefruit extract has a sharp, invigorating, refreshing scent and decreases feelings of anxiety and depression. Protects Against Illness:  Since grapefruit extract is an anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral agent, it helps to prevent most bacteria, fungi and viruses from creeping into the body. Skin...

Although mineral makeups have been used for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that the forerunners in the beauty market began to see serious interest in what we now call “mineral makeup.” Today, mineral makeups are defined by both what’s in them…and what isn’t. While micronized minerals like iron oxides, talc, zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are typically included, other ingredients like emollient oils and waxes, fragrances and preservative ingredients are often left from the formula.But why use mineral makeup? If you’re wondering whether mineral makeup is for you, check out the top four benefits of mineral makeup below...

Many of us use natural products to maintain our physical well-being – but when these products incorporate the strong scents of various essential oils, they can also transform your mental state. In fact, inhaling certain scents can actually cause measurable changes in your brain and body. Wondering which mood-improving essential oils we’ve chosen to highlight? Take a look at some of the most popular aromatherapy scents and their mood-boosting properties below. Lemon — Lemon (along with other citrusy scents like orange and grapefruit) is a cheerful, energizing scent that is ideal when you need a boost. For this reason, we use...