BodyVerde Blog
It’s All in the Routine
The steps in one’s daily skincare routine are as unique as the individual. We change products over time, add new products to the mix, or reconsider the frequency with which we use them. For those who have, or are making, the transition to all-natural skincare...
Shave Time Off Your Busy Day
Pardon the pun, but part of the beauty of buying all-natural skincare and beauty products from a small company is that we listen to your feedback and requests. Over the years – and especially since we created our Facebook page – we’ve listened to your comments and...
What is a serum and how does it work?
Is there any truth to the promise behind the anti-aging skin serum? Many exist on the market today, claiming to reduce wrinkles, smooth lines and firm the skin. But what are serums, and how are they different from moisturizers and other anti-aging skincare products?...
What we choose not to use: Petroleum and mineral oil
You’ll find petroleum and mineral oil on the list of ingredients that BodyVerde Naturals does NOT include in its products. These are common ingredients in many skin care products that are marketed as moisturizing and soothing to the skin. So why do we avoid...
The Key to an Itch-Free Winter: Moisturize
Colder temperatures, exposure to wind, and hot baths or showers can aggravate dry, irritated, and itchy skin, especially for those with eczema and other skin conditions. Using a gentle cream after a bath or shower helps to create an effective moisture barrier against...
Ancient Ingredients + Modern Knowledge
Are the ancient ways better for your body – and your skin? You’ve probably heard of the Paleo Diet, or “caveman diet,” based on the idea that we’re meant to eat as our Paleolithic-area ancestors did during pre-agricultural times. The diet...
Are You Ingesting Lead from Your Lipstick?
Earlier this year, several major media outlets published stories about the level of lead in lipstick following an updated Food and Drug Administration study. The FDA found trace amounts of lead in all 400 lipsticks and lip glosses they tested.Similarly, one recent...
EZ Waterless Shave included in prostate BFFLbag®
We're honored that our EZ Waterless Shave will be included in the new Prostate BFFLbag®. BFFLbags are full of items that bring comfort and convenience to people facing treatment and surgery. Elizabeth Chabner Thompson, MD, MPH, a radiation oncologist trained at Johns...
How to go greener with your skin care routine
Going green with skin care and beauty products can be a daunting effort. With so many products marketing themselves as “natural,” how do you know if you’re really making a difference?If you’re concerned about reducing the number of toxins...
Ingredient to avoid: Propylene glycol
One of the ingredients you definitely should not find in all natural skincare – and an ingredient you may want to avoid in general – is propylene glycol. These compounds are humectants that help to retain moisture. They’re often found in conditioners, hair gel,...
