Do you know the real reason why hair conditioners make your hair feel silky? Do you know that there are actually risks? Like hair loss? Read my interview with Traditional Chinese medicine Expert and Ausganica Founder Moreen Liao to see the shocking truths about some hair products and why going all natural is so much more than a good hair day.  -------- Aaaah….That soft and silky feeling of our hair after shampoo and conditioner. Especially the conditioner. Personally, I would never even think of getting a comb through my hair without it, not to mention relieving that squeaky-clean-rough-texture feeling that...

5 Self Care Rituals for Organic Beauty  In this age of high tech and high stress, it is more important than ever to take some time out for you. Yes you! Failing to pay attention to what your body and mind are telling you can greatly affect your happiness, as well as your appearance. Stressed skin can look tired, discolored, or blotchy. Eye bags form, and wrinkles develop faster, while our hectic lives continue, and we may even be unaware. It is up to us, strong, powerful women, to recognize when to stop for a few minutes, and take the...

At Ausganica we are concerned about the damage to our bodies and the planet due to stress and other environmental factors, and so we set out to create products that would fortify our skin, while healing the earth. Ausganica is about reconnecting with nature in its purest and most essential state, resulting in highly effective products—dare we say even more effective—than the commercial cosmetic houses, and even traditional natural skin care brands. Ausganica has been a true star in skincare by using organic aromas and advanced skin actives in the most scientific and effective way possible. What we provide is...

Human beings have five senses, that of smell, taste, sight, sound, and touch. Among these, only our sense of smell is outside of our control, and cannot easily be blocked. Our nose operates 24/7, and what we smell through it directly affects how we feel, changing our mood or state of health in a flash. Why is this? How is this possible? Let’s have a look. Volume of Breath An average adult inhales about 13,000 liters of air per day. That’s huge. We want to feed our lungs and body something nice, not chemicals. Free Radicals The generation and neutralization...

Have you ever walked into a store to buy a lotion or shampoo without knowing which specific brand you’re looking for? You may walk into an aisle with dozens of brands, and pick one based on its appealing package. If there is a tester, you can smell it, or sample it. Is it good? There is no way to know. Most people buy like this, shopping in the dark. Only after you get home do you understand what you bought. It comes when you realize it doesn’t work, or your face breaks out in hives, or buyer’s remorse kicks in....

Many friends have told me they’d love to buy everything organic, if only they could afford it. These people know the value of organics, and they want this peace of mind. But some people feel the organic movement is just a marketing craze put out by the industry in an effort to charge people more money. The following are my observations as to why genuine organic products tend to be a bit more expensive. After reading, you can judge for yourself whether you feel organic products are worth it. Growing Organically is Costly The land: Under many certified organic standards,...

You don’t need to be depressed about how long your skincare routine takes any more. Maybe it’s just one of those days—or weeks—where you are SO busy. And the weird part is, you may have no idea why. Where does the time go? No matter the reason, these three easy adjustments to your daily routine will help you save time and still look amazing…\ Just one product for both cleansing and makeup removal So you’re tired after a long day, but if you wear makeup, especially waterproof makeup, you need something effective to ensure that get off all those residual...

Happy Holidays my friends! Some of you may be fully prepared and having dining table set for tonight’s Christmas dinner. Some of you may still be running around to make your home an even more inviting place for family members and friends to come. Here are my quick tips for a last minute scent decoration with a holiday theme. Christmas Essential Oil Blend 5 drops Sweet Orange Oil 2 drops Eucalyptus Oil 2 drops Lemon Myrtle (or Pine) Oil 1 drop Cinnamon Oil Fill a 100ml spray bottle with distilled water and add essential oils. Spray onto soft toys, the holiday tree, or on your...

After several homy days and happy time at home, many of you might be planning an exciting road trip right about now. Here are some tips to make your time easier on the move. By airplane: Avoid germs by wearing a mask over your mouth and nose. Add a couple drops of eucalyptus oil if you want to stay awake. Use lavender if you wish to sleep or relax during your flight. Swollen feet, ankles, or legs? Use a drop of ginger oil on each ankle or knee and rub it in with your hands. Uneasy tummy? Avoid tea, coffee,...

Perfumery and the use of scents for personal or ritual enhancement is a very ancient art, dating back to at least biblical times in the West, and perhaps even further back in Africa and the East. But the history of the “Eu de Toilette” Parfum and Cologne that we have now has a very specific origin intertwined with the history of France and the royal houses across Europe. The Greek known as Pliny the Elder describes recipes “for use in perfumer”’ in his various histories and writings. But the modern method still in use today was, according to several sources,...

While it is true that genetics play a role in who gets to have gorgeous hair, most of us can still improve on what we have, if we only knew how. The secret to truly healthy hair is to work on bringing your overall health into balance. This is ancient wisdom from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM looks at the entire person for the solutions to our problems, as opposed to just treating the symptoms. Chinese medicine says that it’s healthy kidneys that impart shine, wonderful texture, and body to the hair. Our kidneys are responsible for cleaning our blood...