Not Just Skin Deep

The 'No Makeup' Makeup Look!

By Allison, Supplies Coordinator & Green Beauty Enthusiast

Makeup can be overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out or trying to achieve a certain aesthetic. Today, I am going to spotlight the ‘No Makeup’ Makeup Look with a step-by-step guide.

Here is how I achieved effortless radiance: (Disclaimer: I am an enthusiast, not an expert!)

  • Fill brows with brow pencil.

  • Give brows hold by combing through with a brow gel.

  • Now for the eyes, apply tinted sunscreen to the lid and set with a setting powder.

    • I applied the Josh Rosebrook Nutrient Day Cream Tinted SPF as a base to my lids and followed up with setting powder (before applying eyeshadow).

    • This will help the eyeshadow stay without creasing.

    • Again, for more coverage opt for a concealer on the lids instead of tinted moisturizer. 

  • Apply eyeshadow.

    • I used the Jane Iredale PurePressed Eyeshadow in Pink Quartz. I applied the lightest shade to the whole eye using a fluffy eyeshadow brush to brighten the eye. Then, I applied the medium shade to the outer corner of the crease to give the eye some shape and definition - make sure to blend it so that you aren’t left with harsh edges.

  • Apply mascara to finish off the eyes. 

  • Use a multi stick to apply blush.

    • I used the Axiology Multi Stick Tinted Dew in Humble to give my cheeks a bright yet natural rosiness. I applied it to the apples of my cheeks, but lots of people have a preferred blush location for their personal face shape - so apply it wherever you like!

    • Cream blush will give a natural radiance to the skin that is desired in the ‘No Makeup’ Makeup Look - powder blushes will create a more matte finish.

  • Finally! Lips - apply the same multi stick used for blush to your lips

Now let’s up the glam just a little bit! (optional)

The final elevated look!

Not Just Skin Deep: Five Favorite Sunscreens For Glowing Summer Skin

By Mary, Customer Service Specialist & CN Blog Contributor

If the last heat wave was any indication, the sun remains strong even as summer’s end looms ever near. Like most health conscious consumers, we at Cambridge Naturals are especially careful what products we use on our body’s largest organ: our SKIN! I don’t think I’m alone when I say the scent of SPF-laden sunscreens I remember from my childhood has no place in my current beach bag. I guess with age comes a higher standard for skincare, among other things.

A fully stocked shelf of sunscreen can be intimidating when all you want is one bottle to get the job done. I’ve narrowed down our collection to a few favorites from skin-brightening to toddler-approved.

Not Just Skin Deep: Interview with True Moringa's Emily Cunningham & Kwami Williams

We first saw Moringa Connect at Natural Products Expo East, a little over a year and a half ago. Co-Founder Emily Cunningham enticed us over to talk with her beautifully packaged, golden moringa oil, and we were hooked by the efficacy of the product and the story behind the brand. We're relaunching our Not Just Skin Deep blog series with an interview with Emily. Read about their amazing story, after the jump!