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Be Scentsible. Why your soap might smell to good to be true.

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This week we purchased 20 litres of Organc Olive Oil from a family business in Victoria.
This is to create our bathing soaps, shave soaps and soon we will make liquid soap. Our soaps are perfumed using only organic essential oils, blended by a very talented aromatherapist, l have worked with for nearly 2 decades. I want to write about soap and what makes soap smell “nice”.

Smell is a great source of pleasure, which is why we are a perfume company. Smell is our passion.

Today, it is easy to be desensitized by all the smells around us. Most of us have fast moving lifestyles.
In America the favourite smells have been described as…

  1. after it rains
  2. Cookies fresh from oven
  3. vanilla
  4. fresh baked bread
  5. bacon frying
  6. fresh ground coffee

And we can be lured into thinking the stronger a product smells the better? We are getting our money’s worth?

Smells can conjour up many feelings + memories, they can make us feel happy, sickly or sexy!
Smells can give us great pleasure in the moment.
Hence the saying “stop and smell the roses”.

Start by smelling your soap next time you wash. 
Can you smell your soap a mile off?
This is not always a good sign! Gone are the days when we would place a soap in an underwear drawer and it would keep it smelling “fresh” for years!
Essential oils are subtle smelling, dangerous “Fragrance Oils” can be smelt from a mile away. I am now so sensitive to fragrance oils that l have to leave some places where fragrance candles are burning.
Have you read what is in your soap lately? It’s difficult when some soaps are sold without packaging. You should ask the manufacturer what is in it.
When l shop at markets,  l alway ask the seller what is in this and that. They “should” know.

If it smells strong it could contain fragrance. Which is just one of many dangerous ingredients that you could be ingesting.

Avoid soaps that have ingredients like
Fragrance Use soaps that are perfumed with essential oils
Colour like Tartrazine, FD & C Yellow No.5, or any long sounding name.
Preservatives like Tetrasodium EDTA, the Preservative Made from Formaldehyde.
Palm Oil I avoid all palm oil (but look out for it’s derivatives too!) Palm oil is destroying the habitat of animals like Orangutans.
I avoid “sustainable” palm oil as you cannot be 100% sure it is??? To me it is like “clean coal”.
PEG-6 (PEG-6 is another one of these extremely common toxic soap ingredients and it regularly contains toxic impurities that can cause a wide range of dangerous conditions. Studies show that exposure can cause a large increase in your likelihood of developing breast cancer).

We recommend you read all labels on all your cosmetics.

 

 

 

 

Natural Perfumes versus Synthetic

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Natural perfume is a whole different ball game than Synthetic fragrances, they are much more subtle. As another perfumist wrote

“You are interacting with the soul of the plant”.

Natural perfumes take a bit of getting used to if you are used to mainstream perfumes which are much stronger smelling and last all day.

In our company brochures & packaging we say to apply Kis Perfume every 4 hours. Which is why we have a bottle of good quality glass and very portable.

Kis perfumes are really natural perfumes will be a lot more subtle and shorter lasting, than mainstream “synthetic” fragrances.
even some of the perfumes that are described as natural use synthetics,

Therefore, the lasting power of natural perfume will always be less than the mainstream perfumes.

In the case of Mintelle, it only contains citrus oils so does not have the benefit of natural fixatives eg. woody notes, resins, etc…
The Essential Oils used in the other two Kis perfumes are vanillin (from clove), patchouli, sandalwood, frankincense these all form Base notes and hold the fragrance longer, they are natural fixatives.

So our other perfumes, Nilla and One Flower do last longer than Mintelle.

My original idea was for customers to buy the 50ml spray perfume as well as the rollerball perfume oil and use the perfume oil to top up during the day.

In regards to the cost of the perfume, Kis perfumes use therapeutic grade organic oils which are the purist and most expensive, they are created and produced without any pesticides or nasty chemicals. Organic jojoba which is also more expensive again than it non-organic equivalent. And the packaging is recycled paper, more expensive again, and we sourced very high quality glass bottles, that we have to get from America.

BTW When l got your email I put both the rollerball oil and the spray Mintelle on me earlier today and l can still smell both in nearly 3 hours later! The spray smells a bit stronger. It is fading.
The lasting power of the natural perfumes also varies greatly among individuals – depending on your skin type and other factors.

So, I would be wary of any fragrance that lasts all day!

Mainstream perfumes contain synthetic fixatives which are very bad for your health, and the wellbeing of people around you. Some have said that wearing synthetic perfumes is “the new smoking”, it effects some people so negatively.

So you may need to adjust your expectations, if you are going down the health route of natural perfumes. You may have to apply your perfume more frequently, which is a pleasure and a natural pick me up, as Kis perfumes use organic essential oils.

In the case of Kis Mintelle, it only contains citrus oils so does not have the benefit of natural fixatives eg. woody notes, resins, etc…
The Essential Oils used in the other two Kis perfumes are vanillin (from clove), patchouli, sandalwood, frankincense these all form Base notes and hold the fragrance longer, they are natural fixatives.

I actually love reapplying my perfume ( l wear Kis Nilla) every few hours as l get a little “hit” from the aromatherapy effects/qualities of the pure organic essential oils as l reapply. And it definitely effects my mood in a positive way.

A great idea is to buy the 50ml spray perfume as well as the rollerball perfume oil and use the perfume oil to top up during the day.

The lasting power of the natural perfumes also varies greatly among individuals – depending on your skin type and other factors. So enjoy your journey of exploring natural perfumes, l know l have!

Kis Organic Perfume is Healthy

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Kis Organic Perfume is healthy.  We created it to be that way.
It’s why l choose to eat organic food, why would I spray harmful chemicals on your skin, your body’s larges organ, which ends up in my blood stream and can penetrate other organs.

Mainstream perfumes contain a lot of chemicals, the two common ones being phthalates and preservatives. But according to a study this is just the tip o f the iceburg. The study reports…

Makers of popular perfumes, colognes and body sprays market their scents with terms like “floral,” “exotic” or “musky,” but they don’t disclose that many scents are actually a complex cocktail of natural essences and synthetic chemicals – often petrochemicals. Laboratory tests commissioned by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and analyzed by Environmental Working Group revealed 38 secret chemicals in 17 name-brand fragrance products.

https://www.ewg.org/sites/default/files/report/SafeCosmetics_FragranceRpt.pdf

Even some Organic Perfumes claiming to be healthy, have some synthetic elements called “natures identicals”. Where they mimic the chemical formulae of the natural ingredient using synthetic chemical compounds. ie vanilla. So that it smells stronger & lasts longer! Making it harder to wash off!!! Believe me l’ve tried.

What we say is in our Kis perfumes is all that is in them!!
Only organic essential oils & natural plant extracts in a base of either organic jojoba or organic Australian sugar cane alcohol.

“Studies have even shown that a real and all-natural perfume actually creates a chemical reaction in the body that uplifts the senses whereas a man-made, synthetic perfume brings the senses down.”

Founder, Rich Hippie organic perfumes, USA

 

 

 

That’s a NO to Palm Oil

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Kis Products are Palm Oil Free

Many ingredients used commonly in every day products contain Palm Oil and you would not know it. You rely heavily on companies being ethical and open and honest about their use of palm oil.

Many companies say their product contains sustainable palm oil, we won’t take that risk. To me it’s like saying “clean coal”. Our world and our environment would be better off without either “palm oil” or “coal” being extracted, with millions of acres of earth being desecrated
We have decided it’s better not to use any Palm Oil in our products, there is only one reliable body that oversees whether Palm Oil is being produced sustainably. And there are other bodies with vested interest. It is too hard for us to know for sure so we sleep better at nights knowing that the natural environment of the Orangutan is no worse off because of us.

Recently our supplier of Decyl Glucoside, told us that they can no longer source Decyl Glucoside that is 100% Palm oil free.

I could not get any from Australian Suppliers, so l have had to look overseas and l am currently ordering ‘palm oil & palm oil derivative free’ Decyl Glucoside from Canada. Further about 7 American suppliers told me that their Decyl Glucoside contains Palm Oil. I only found this out after emailing them all.

The company that has Decyl Glucoside (palm oil free) in Canada does not ship to Australia, so l have had to set up an account with Aramax, who will take delivery of it in Canada and ship it to me in Australia.

Many products don’t list Palm oil as an ingredient they use a derivative from Palm oil. The following is a list of definite palm oil derivatives.

Decyl glucoside, is safe and naturally derived, sometimes called alkyl polyglucoside, is a cloudy liquid derived from palm kernel oils, corn sugars or coconut. It is a type of alkyl glucoside, which are substances formed by mixing alcohols and sugar or glucose.
Decyl Glucoside, is one of 9 ingredients in our Kis Celtic Salt Scrub. Decyl Glucoside is a natural ingredient in our scrub which makes it soluble and easily washed off leaving your skin silky smooth and hydrated.

Common Names for Palm Oil and Palm Oil Derivatives

This list is not all inclusive.
Cetyl Palmitate
Elaeis Guineensis
Epoxidized Palm Oil (UV cured coatings)
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Hydrated Palm Glycerides
Octyl Palmitate
Palm Oil
Palm Fruit Oil
Palm Kernel
Palm
Kernel Oil
Palm Stearine
Palmate
Palmitate
Palmitic Acid
Palmityl Alcohol
Palmitoyl Oxostearamide
Palmitoyl
Tetrapeptide3
Palmolein
Saponified Elaeis Guineensis
Sodium Kernelate
Sodium Palm Kernelate
Sodium Palmate
and often Decyl Glucoside.
Info sourced from www.philadelphiazoo.org/

 

Here you will find an even more scary list
www.palmoilinvestigations.org/names-for-palm-oil.html

It’s worth reading the labels, next time you go shopping! Better still email the company’s that make your favourite products.

Reading the fine Print on your Beauty Products

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I just want to remind you to read the labels on the personal care products you use or go to purchase. The image here is taken from a so-called “organic”
body cream. Mind you it did smell fantastic, which led me to look more closely at the ingredients. It also caused me to feel itchy and tingly just smelling it!

We  often think “unscented” may be the way to go but then these products often have “scents” added to neutralise the natural smell of the product.

I avoid any product that lists the word “fragrance” or “parfum”

“The word “parfum or fragrance” usually translates to a bevy of synthetic chemicals that can be quite irritating to your skin and harmful if used regularly.

Rarely this is done by a company to protect their secret recipe and avoid giving away of the content of their exclusive perfume to their competitors.

But mostly it is to gloss over a cocktail of harmful chemicals.

To quote another blog….

“Fragrance” is a euphemism for nearly 4,000 different ingredients. Most “fragrances” are synthetic and are toxic.

Exposure to fragrances has been shown to affect the central nervous system. “Fragrances” are found in most shampoos, deodorants, sunscreens, skincare and body care products.

https://www.bewell.com/blog/what-chemicals-should-you-look-out-for-in-your-personal-care-products/

So have your glasses with you when you go shopping!!

Kis products use carefully chosen high quality ingredients. All are chosen for the good they will do you there are not harmful chemicals.

A Relaxing Essential Oil Blend for the Weekend

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To create a refreshing and relaxing blend use a few drops of both Orange and Lavender Essential Oils.

Lavender has a soft woodiness and complements perfectly the crisp bright notes of Orange.

ADD 3 DROPS OF LAVENDER AND 3 DROPS OF ORANGE TO YOUR DIFFUSER or BATH.

It is preferable to use Organic Essential Oils to avoid petrochemicals.

Enjoy.

Winter Purples – with Lavender

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Lavender is a very attractive plant, and can be found many gardens, it is bee friendly and exhudes a pleasurable fragrance.
Lavender is so beneficial to us humans too.
It was first discovered because of its ability to relieve burns.

It can be rubbed on your neck and chest directly on the skin (not all essential oils can be put directly onto skin!!). It will enhance your immune system and help prevent colds and flu.
Also you can diffuse it into the air, to product the whole family from germs!!
Also it helps to relieve stress and anxiety.

“A 2010 study of midlife women with insomnia showed that 20 minutes of lavender inhalation twice weekly for 12 weeks saw a reduction in heart rate and heart rate variability and improvement in sleep quality.” Source: http://www.stuff.co.nz
It a has a very refreshing smell, and can be used as a personal fragrance by men and women.
Organic Lavender of course is best. You will find the best quality organic lavender infusing Kis Lavender Range. Check it out.

You look well

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“Your looking well.”
People are saying that to me all the time lately.
Our skin is the largest organ in the body, and deserves to be treated well.
I use Kis Celtic Sea Salt scrub most days.
I prefer to use the Kis scrubs on damp skin, so l wash my body with Kis olive oil soap, turn off the shower, pat dry my skin with a towel and then apply the scrub in circular motions.
Then l rinse off in shower. Afterwards l spray myself with one of Kis organic flower water which closes the pores and add more hydration. Plus makes me feel a million dollars!
The Celtic Sea Salt in Kis scrubs is in itself naturally moist and finely ground so it can be used on dry skin before showering too,.
The Celtic sea salt it is a base of moisturising organic coconut oil so that helps moisturise as well.
The sea salt used in Kis scrubs is sourced from the pristine waters of the Atlantic ocean, France where oceans currents arrive after traveling accoss thousands of Kms of open ocean.
Kis scrub stimulates the skin which results in improved blood circulation. This leads to firm and healthy looking skin, and gets rid of dead skin cells and unclog your pores
It is also a natural alternative to treating your acne. We get great feedback from customers who have experienced acne.
The Fully mineralised natural salt in Kis scrubs does not dry your skin, it hydrates it.
Along with the organic coconut oil which has Anti-Inflammatory effect and beneficial essential oils.

So folks….Scrub a dub dub…..
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-yes l love Kis products, l help make them!
Written by Louise Rawlings, owner Kis My Body

Using Kis Products Every Day

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Kis & Kis Essentials products have been designed for men & women for pleasure & everyday use.
You can use all the products in a simple skin & body care routine. Or supplement your own routine. the Kis range utilises the power of aromatherapy to enhance your body and mind.
With Kis products you can…

+ CLEANSE
With Kis Organic Olive Oil Soap

+ EXFOLIATE
with Kis Celtic Sea Salt Scrub

+ TONE/REHYDRATE
with Kis Flower waters/Hydrosols

+ MOISTURISE
with Kis Vitamin C face Cream and Kis Organic Body Creams

+ PERFUME
with Kis Trio of Perfumes, 3 Eau de Parfums in  50m Spray bottle and 3 Perfume Oils in 9ml rollerballs.The subtle & harmonising scents will stay with you as you go about your daily life.

+ENHANCE YOUR MOOD
When you are at home or office you can enjoy Kis essential oil blends and Reed Room diffusers.
So you are always enjoying the benefits of carefully chosen essential oils.
Kis Products are made with care by professional team of aromatherapists, a naturopath, a chemist and a perfumist.