In collaboration with the re-launch of their flagship Canton Road mega store, Joyce Beauty is going green with the addition of some new eco-friendly brands in store.  By taking a holistic approach to beauty, their new brands follow the ethos that beauty products not only deliver natures benefits to the skin, but also are kind to the environment.

So for those of you that are conscious about the way you look, but also are keen to know that you doing your best to help you planet too, check out these new brands:

Kahina Giving Beauty is a new organic skincare range based on argan oil, the beauty secret that Moroccan women have used for centuries for its vitamin E and antioxidant-rich benefits. Kahina Giving Beauty products are free from parabens, sulfates, petro-chemicals, GMOs, animal by-products, artificial colours and fragrances, and the packaging is made from 100% recycled materials (Outer packaging is from 100% post-consumer waste and made in a wind-powered facility, and bottles from recyclable violet glass).  Most importantly Kahinia Giving Beauty give back 25% of all sales to the Berber women who press the argan oil for the products.  Giving back at its best!

Noteworthy Products:

1. Argan Oil ($600/100ml) – 100% pure argan oil, a multipurpose wonder to replenish moisture and radiance on face, body and hair.  It also has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial properties.

2. Serum ($590/30ml) – A mix of organic sea buckthorn seed oil, organic coffee oil and fatty acids, it helps to heal & rejuvenate the skin.

3. Eye Serum ($490/30ml) – An anti-oxidant, firm and whitening eye product with argan oil, alfalfa seed, collagen boosting peptides and Vitamin C.

H. Gillerman Organics is a new line of organic essential oil body care products blended to create unity and harmony – using ancient principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the healing power of Essential Oils, and the therapeutic benefits of the Alexander Technique (a 100-year-old wellness method proven to be effective in resolving stress-related injuries.
Eight Formulas for The Perfect Remedy
The oils double as personal scents and luxurious body care, and are designed to address the most common modern day stress issues. The eight remedies are available in either drop-by-drop or roll-on forms, strategically designed to deepen breathing and improve sinus congestion, relax muscle tension and headaches, improve sleep, ease jet lag and other travel-related disturbances, lifts spirits and sharpen focus. Each remedy is made with only the highest therapeutic grade organic and wild- crafted essential oils, organic, cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil, vitamin E and natural antioxidants.
They are completely free of mass-produced, chemically altered oils, imitation fragrances, or petrochemicals, all packaging is made from recycled, environmentally friendly paper and amber glass bottles.

Noteworthy Products:

BREATHING – Sinus Remedy, Chest Remedy ($430)
Improves breathing, reduces fatigue, stimulates immune system, wards off colds
RELAXATION – Stress Remedy, Muscle Remedy ($430)
Enhances relaxation techniques, reduces irritability, eases muscle tension and pain, promotes circulation
REST – Sleep Remedy, Travel Remedy ($430)
Gives sense of restorative sleep, reduces anxiety, calms and comforts emotions, adjusts body to time and climate shifts
MENTAL FOCUS – Tension Remedy, Jaw Clenching Remedy ($430)
Encourages mindfulness, relieves headaches and facial pain

GROWN Inspired by nature’s healing power, is an organic range of luxurious, bio active skincare.  GROWN is founded on the belief that everything we put in and on our bodies must be nutritious and free from harmful additives. Every ingredient is grown, not manufactured, directly from nature. Rich in natural antioxidants, the products are formulated to battle ageing, hydrate, nourish, tone and protect. The products use 100% certified organic ingredients free from lauryl sulphate, glycols, petrochemicals, artificial fragrance, animal derivatives, T.E.A., D.E.A, synthetic colours, silicones and parabens.

Noteworthy Products:

1. Facial Cleanser Geranium Leaf, Bergamot & Rose-bud ($290/200ml)
Removes skin impurities Camomile, Bergamot and Willow Bark reduce the pore size, prevent spot formation and decongest the skin; cold pressed Rose Petals helps toning; while bio actives from Aloe Vera calms and soothes.
2. Facial Moisturizer, Camellia & Geranium Blossom ($400/65ml)
A nourishing, non-greasy lotion that provides moisturize with a matte finishing. Camellia and Rose Hip Seed Oil re-hydrates; Cane Sugar combats the effects of UV and pollution, while Mayblossom regulates sebum production.
3. Facial Exfoliant, Peppermint, Juniper Berry & Jojoba ($390/75ml)
A gentle cleansing exfoliant promotes cell renewal, stimulates collagen production, leaves skin cleaned and even-toned.
Jojoba micro-beads helps remove dead skin cells; Juniper Berries detoxify congested skin; while Peppermint Leaf soothes and tones the skin.

INA CRYSTALS is a collaboration between Agent Provocateur perfumer, Azzi Glasser, and international makeup artist, Mary Vango, the beauty brand innovatively harnesses the detoxifying, healing, regenerating benefits of white gold crystal salt.
Formulated around one powerful active ingredient which is found deep within the earth in the Himalayas: white gold crystal salt, INA Crystals helps to detoxify and encourage the skin’s ability to regenerate and revert back to its natural alkaline state. The almost magical ingredient was, in fact, regarded as the “Fifth Element” by alchemists. The white
gold crystal salt that sourced from Himalayan Mountain region is small enough to penetrate the cell wall and be metabolised, helps to restore the skin’s natural pH balance.

Noteworthy Product:

White Gold Detoxifying Crystal Salts ($990/1,000g)
Equivalent to a 3-days detox diet, the bath salt is a formulation of botanical (basil, fennel & juniper essential oils), marine actives, and Himalayan white gold crystal salt. It enables the body’s cells to emit internal toxins that have accumulated over time through pollutants and the digestion of alcohol and processed foods. The product is further enriched with 84 natural elements and minerals that are vital to the body. It addresses the needs of men and women of all ages and skin types, while also creating a sensual and pleasurable experience.

Yoga-inspired Buddha Nose body care is formulated to relax, calm and soothe the mind and body.  Organic essential oils and ingredients help to created inner wellness and outer beauty in the belief that a healthy body and balanced state of mind reflect beauty. Naturally, they also have the added benefit of aiding meditation practices. Buddha Nose products are made with natural cell regenerators – hemp seed oil and jojoba seed oil to promote youthful skin, soften scars, and quiet sensitive, inflamed skin. Committed to creating beauty and body care products that are environmentally responsible, sustainable and totally free form harmful chemicals and preservatives, Buddha Nose uses only USDA approved organic ingredients, recyclable or reusable packaging without ever testing on animals.

Noteworthy Products:

1. Girl Balm ($250) – A combination of organic essential oils like Clary Sage, Rose Geranium, Ginger Root, Jojoba oil and Hemp Seed oil, the balm offers relief and comfort who are suffering from their life cycle or hormonal mood shifts, at the same time nourish the skin and mind.
2. Bodhi Balm ($250) – Named after the hody Bodhi Tree in India where Buddha sat beneath its branches and attained enlightenment, this body moisturizer eases away mental stress.
3. I Booster Salve ($250) – Stimulating essential oils of clove, cinnamon, t-tree and patchouli to boost energy and protect against colds and flu.

All available from JOYCE BEAUTY, Canton Road G106, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City (2367 0860)