Your immune system thrives on fresh, nutritious foods like fruits and vegetables, lean meats and fish, and good-for-you fats from foods like olives and avocados. These foods help your immune system operate at optimum capacity to protect you from infections and other serious illnesses. However, when your diet is lacking in these elements due to an inadequate diet, stress and/or pollution, your body reacts by producing toxic, unbalanced molecules known as “free radicals”, upsetting both your immune system…and your beauty routine. So how can your immune system reap the benefits of natural skin care, if your diet doesn't always reach...

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...