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Funky little bob by Jeremy. #downtownkalamazoo #organicbeauty #healthyhair #suzannesorganicssalon #HairByJeremyC #nontoxic #nontoxicbeauty #vscocam #beautifulbobs #intelligentnutrients #intelligentnutrientssalon #angularcuts

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@thehivesalon is hiring #stylists and receptionists- see the link in my bio for more info. #intelligentnutrients #thehivesalon #minneapolishair #612haircrew #nontoxicbeauty (at The Hive Salon)

[theintelligentlife]

How to Make the Switch to Clean Beauty

As the seasons inch closer to sweater season (arguably one of the best times of the year), it’s a great time to look in your beauty arsenal and clean house. Nothing feels better than getting rid of old products–except buying new ones.

It’s also the perfect chance to take a step back and really look at how many products you still use that are conventional vs. organic and non-toxic. The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics has compiled a great list of ingredients commonly found in conventional shampoos, lotions, sunscreens, etc. that have not been tested by the FDA and might actually be harmful to your health and skin: http://www.safecosmetics.org/get-the-facts/chemicals-of-concern/red-list/ The best way to know that your products are safe? #MakeTheSwitch to organic, non-toxic ones.

Horst said it best: Everything we put in and on our bodies must be nutritious and safe. That’s why we do what we do–and why we want you to ditch the conventional and start fresh with organic, non-toxic beauty. IN Master Aesthetician Gena guides you through the best products to spark your new, personal beauty [r]evolution.

The Transition to Organic Beauty

Skin can can go through an adjustment period when switching to any new line– and you may experience temporary changes to the skin. Skin sheds every 4 to 6 weeks depending on your age, so keep that in mind when introducing any new product into your routine.

Many times clients walk into my room with overly sensitive or dull or dry skin. This is usually caused by three things: They are using too many products, not using the right ones or overusing the ones they have. Most of those over-the-counter products you might use for sensitive skin are full of chemicals and they do nothing but cause cells to be lazy. Skin becomes out of balance when it is over-treated with harsh chemicals, and that’s why when you switch to a new line, it takes time to revitalize your skin and wake up your cells.

When you’re ready to #MakeTheSwitch to clean beauty, I recommend starting with at least two products.

Plant Stem Cell Renewal Complex

This is a lightweight serum that is great for all skin types. It helps to strengthen skin, soften lines and even skin tone. I have seen many positive changes in my clients skin with this product.

Detoxifying Glycolic Gel

This product sells itself. Sugar cane derived glycol assists with the skin's shedding process without causing downtime. Great for all skin types, but if you have sensitive skin, you may want to slowly introduce the gel to your skin. I have noticed huge changes in my clients’ skin becoming clearer and brighter, as well as smoothing out fines lines and wrinkles.

Revitalizing Moisture Cream

This is a powerhouse moisturizer. It's full of antioxidants and moisture binding ingredients that truly change the skin. The Gardenia Stem Cells lighten and help with collagen production while the Glasswort Herb seals moisture in the skin, keeping it ultra-hydrated and supple.

[theintelligentlife]

IN Aroma Cocktail Recipes

In collaboration with Verdant Tea and Prohibition Kombucha, we’ve reopened the bar at the Intelligent Nutrients Salon in Minneapolis. Now called IN Spirits by Prohibition, we’re serving up classic cocktails with an aromatic twist. Crafted with seriously cool mixology, each cocktail on the menu blends a spritz of certified organic IN aromas with top shelf liquors to create an experience we’re certain you’ve never had before.

Come escape with us every Thursday and Friday from 4-8 pm at IN Spirits by Prohibition for a new kind of happy hour or wow everyone at your next party with our uniquely crafted aromatic cocktails. 

Recipes

#1 Awaken | Margarita

1.5 oz Clase Azul Plata Tequila .5 oz Lime Juice 1 tsp Gum Syrup 2oz 2011 Argyle Brut

Combine Tequila, Lime Juice, and Syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Spray IN #1 Awaken into a Martini glass at a distance of 12 inches. Strain cocktail into glass and top with Brut. Garnish with a stalk of lemongrass.

#3 Attune | Negroni

2 oz Ransom Aged Old Tom Gin .5 oz Avion Quina .5 oz Gran Classico Amaro

Spray IN #3 Attune into lowball at a distance of 12 inches. Fill with ice and build in glass. Garnish with a strip of fresh Burdock.

#4 Nurture | Whiskey Sour

2oz Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon .75 oz Lemon Juice 2 tsp Gum Syrup 1/8 tsp Elderberry Powder 1 drop Madagascar Vanilla Paste

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Spray IN #4 Nurture into a Double Old Fashioned Glass at a distance of 12 inches. Place a 2" ice cube in glass, and strain cocktail into glass. Garnish with a large swath of Grapefruit Peel without squeezing for oil.

#7 Focus | Gin & Tonic 2oz Martin Millers London Dry Gin 1 dropper Cinchona Bark Tincture .5oz Lime Juice The Sicilian by Prohibition Kombucha

Spray a highball with IN #7 Focus at a distance of 12 inches. Fill with ice. Build cocktail in glass, and fill to top with the Kombucha. Garnish with Lemon Peel, squeezed for oil.

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How To: Pack Green for Summer Weekends

Road trip, cottage, cabin or shore—one of the best parts of summer (besides sandals) is the chance to escape your office space and reconnect with the great outdoors.  

But how do you keep up your eco-beauty routine when you’re packing for the road? Here we list our essential beauty picks and tips to keep your getaway green and clean.

Harmonic Shampoo and Conditioner

Keep your locks minty fresh with our travel size Harmonic shampoo and conditioner. Conditioner can multi-task as a hair balm & shaving creme.

Destress Express

Bunking up, travel delays and dish duty can lead to summer heat. Stay cool with our aromatic mood manager, Destress Express.

Small Skin Care

Lighten your load with travel sizes of your favorite skin care products.

Extra Green Tips -Bring refillable water bottles & an old school thermos -Pack healthy snacks in reusable bags before you hit the road -Take some IRL entertainment, like a deck of cards or a car game to unplug -Pack light and carpool -Stay in a tent or an eco-friendly hotel -If you’re renting a cabin, cook your own food. Not only is it fun, but you cut down on package waste from takeout.