We know that MANY of our everyday cosmetic and skin care products are loaded with toxins. We also know the companies that create them participate in exploitive practices like animal testing and child labor. And on top of that, they’re huge contributors to unsustainable uses of precious planetary resources, which creates massive amounts of […]
What’s the deal with Hyaluronic acid? I’ve often heard Nikki talking about hyaluronic acid while hanging out at The Green Vanity boutique. It made me want to learn more about the connection between eating hyaluronic acid and the results to our skin health, or if that was even a real opportunity. Turns out that once […]
One of the first reports I wrote as a kid in school was in the mid 80’s, it was about the horrors of animal testing. Images and information about the unethical and cruel practices were coming out of the wood work. The animal rights movement had been active for about 10 years already. In high […]
2017 was an UNBELIEVABLE year for us at The Green Vanity! We officially relaunched ourselves in Kelowna as a Holistic Beauty Lounge and we are so thrilled that you are all embracing that the road to discovering beauty really is much larger conversation than simply buying MORE products. In a time where the important choice […]
With out a doubt, we love smearing masks on our face as part of our beauty routine. Some times we choose one for nourishing our skin, sometimes for purifying, and sometimes we just want a good enzyme peel. Seek, and you will find! Corpa Flora’s epic “Canadian Superfruits” Jelly Mask will hit all your […]
This holiday season, borrow your style from the elegant women of the past and impress with a one of a kind vintage outfit Fancy frocks and holiday parties go together like diamonds and decollete. But, what is a fancy dress loving gal to do if she’s keen on attending all the latest and greatest […]
The sun is shining, warming your skin and soul, and you want to nourish your whole self so that you are beautiful inside and out this summer. Antioxidant rich foods are your best friend for a boost of vitality, ageless sexy skin and holistic whole body wellness. Prevent Skin Damage With These Holistic Tips Free […]
To improve your skin health, healthier digestion is a necessary step. Our overall wellness is very complex and there is no panacea or magic bullet to fix any one problem quickly. It takes a introduction of changes, mindset shifts, new education and implementation to bring better balance to our deeply interconnected systems within the body. […]
Being a professional in the mainstream beauty industry for so many years (over 20, and yes I’m counting), I conducted thousands, literally thousands, of consultations. My questions always started (and still do) with what my clients concerns are. The final answer for ALL the concerns and symptoms always came down to the same solutions. Creams, […]
As I learned more and more about the environmental, ethical and social impacts of the beauty industry, the lid came off the proverbial Pandora’s Box. These same issues ripple into so many areas, including fashion. This sad and overwhelming truth inspired a fun and essential collaboration. As is with companies like Chanel and Dior, beauty […]
What is this word “Eco” that’s been seeping into the marketplace these days, and specifically in fashion? The word “eco” is like a big umbrella pointing to many other well intended business ethics including: Ethically made, ethically sourced, etc Zero-waste Vegan Conscious Slowly made, locally made, etc It is a word used that connects brands, […]
Our Wholistic View At the Green Vanity, we care about what you put on and in your body. We wanted to share with you a drink that we love to make because it helps to keep skin glowing as it aids in digestion and is packed with vitamin C. This is not a pill, supplement […]