Is Your SOAP Making You FAT???

Hi Everyone,
I read an article a few months ago written and by Mieke Bray
(April 7, 2014 article)     that I would like to share with you...

 IS Your Soap Making You FAT?

 

"How is this possible?

"It all has to do with the chemicals used to preserve soap products....some of these chemicals mimic the natural estrogen in our bodies...and that's not good because estrogen levels effect the way the body processes and stores fat".

 

These chemicals are known as xenoestrogens

The article pointed out that Xenoestrogens increase testosterone conversion to estrogen in both men and women. Extra estrogen encourages fat storage... and that stored fat, produces even more estrogen. All that estrogen flying around can cause a whole mess of problems...Including:

Weight Gain

Increased Cancer risk

Mood Disorders

Sexual dysfunction including infertility

Gynecomastia (man boobs)

Facial Hair in women

 

"Some of the most suspect xenoestrogens are the parabens."

You've heard of those. You'll find them listed on the labels as

methylparaben,

butylparaben

propylparaben

Parabens and Phthalates

are also hidden by the name: fragrance



What can you do?

 

Read the Labels

Choose certified organic products

Look for labels "BPA Free" on plastic bottles

 

FOLLOW YOUR NOSE

"if your laundry detergent, dryer sheets, home fragrance spray, shampoo or body wash has a strong scent...it is especially suspect."

 

"Whether you are trying to lose weight or keep your family healthy, minimizing exposure to chemical additives is a good idea all around...if you don't buy these products

containing harmful ingredients...

they won't make them anymore!!

VOTE with your dollars!!"

 

Just remember...to steer clear of Bisphenol-A, which is present in many plastic water bottles and baby bottles.

If you locate a printed number 7 on the bottom of the bottle...

GET RID OF IT!!

Up to 70% of all top cosmetics, microwavable and dishwasher safe food containers are toxic.

 

 

Now, you know... that you know

 

 

 



EXCLUSIVE: press release

http://www.gourmetsoapchef.com

The Gourmet Soap Chef: OUR STORY

INTERVIEW WITH: A. J. Abbley (Owner of The Gourmet Soap Chef)

by Merchants.com   (Aug. 2011)

Why did you start your business?

In 2004, I started researching "soap" because I felt my skin was not being properly nourished using commercial soap bars. Since that time, I have become somewhat of an "expert" on clean skin, because skin is on duty protecting the body every minute of the day. Skin is also our first line of defense against infections and attacks on well being.

In order to help the skin stay nourished, soft and supple, it really has to be taken care of (this rule applies to males and females alike). I've discovered, in order to prevent "wrinkles" from controlling skin now and in the future, soap should at least contain olive oil or aloe vera. These two ingredients help control skin cancer (from sun bathing). The aloe vera will heal the skin and the olive oil will help moisturize and nourish the skin. So, since skin covers the body from head to toe to help the body control the defense system against germs, I wanted my skin to be really clean. If skin is clean…the body will be healthy.

During my research, I discovered some commercial soap companies are putting fats, chemicals, hardeners and the like in their moisturizing bars. The FDA won't even let these companies call their bars "soap"...they are called moisturizing bars. Well, I didn't want those chemicals on my skin. So, I opened The Gourmet Soap Chef, and decided to give people custom soap bars that are pure and organic in nature. My company soap bases are made with vegetable oils and contain no animal by products, hardeners, detergents or filler such as wax or alcohol. In addition, all of my company soap bars are CUSTOM made to order, and no two bars are alike. Small imperfections in my soap bars are not flaws, but bring out the handcrafted quality of custom made soap. I also use 100% pure essential oils for constant aroma...as well as FDA cosmetic approved fragrance oils in today's popular aromas.

The Gourmet Soap Chef offers "gourmet decadence"...and if you...
 "Enjoy the Decadence...your skin will thank you!! "

What makes you different than other similar businesses in your community?

Each year, The Gourmet Soap Chef offers our Artistic Nutcracker soap bars to Ballet Companies to sell as a fundraising item during their Nutcracker ballet performances. During the Christmas holidays, the Nutcracker is presented across the United States by Ballet Companies. We offer our "Nutcracker" soap bars "at cost" to ballet companies, so they can raise money for their organization. Being a past President and Past Assistant Governor of  Rotary International, I sincerely believe in "Service Above Self".

What do you like most about your community?

Ashburn Farm is a very progressive community. I've only lived in this community approximately 3 years, but the infrastructure has more than doubled since my arrival. New shopping malls and theaters have opened two-fold in this area. I also enjoy being so close to Dulles Airport, and I'm approximately 30 minutes from Washington DC. It's a wonderful community to create a brand, and establish a new business in these hard economic times. (end)

Owner: A. J. Abbley

7 years in operation!

Father's Day beauty for him

Feather Article: written by Melissa Gray- on The Gourmet Soap Chef Products
National Beauty Editor for the Examiner Newspaper--Examiner.com

Do you like this review?

Every year you try to figure out what to get your father for Father’s Day. Tired of giving him ties?  Is cologne getting boring? This year, try something different. Get him something good for his skin. The Gourmet Soap Chef ™ has a manly assortment of soaps that your father will enjoy and most definitely use.
The Gourmet Soap Chef’s™ soaps not only come in fabulous scents, but they contain things good for dad’s skin. With ingredients like mango butter and cocoa butter, your dad will be softening and conditioning his skin without even knowing it.

Products to try:
Massage bar – This soap with massaging nubs is a great way to relieve tension and sore muscles.  It comes in bold scents like: Fierce-4-Men, Intuition, Jacob’s Desire and Oatmeal, Milk & Honey.

Sports Themed Soaps – With a full selection of sport inspired soaps, there is sure to be one that your dad enjoys. These masculine scents come in the shape of his favorite sport: football, golf, basketball and golf. They may look like fun, but they also contain essential moisturizing ingredients.
So this year, get dad something you know he will use and enjoy!  Add a couple of washcloths, loofahs and The Gourmet Soap Chef soaps and you have a great bath basket.  All soaps from The Gourmet Soap Chef™ come in a stylish keepsake box that can be used again and again. This year buck the trend and visit The Gourmet Soap Chef™.


Continue reading on Examiner.com Father's Day beauty for him - National Beauty Products | Examiner.com http://www.examiner.com/beauty-products-in-national/father-s-day-beauty-for-him-review#ixzz1NtSX9VpN

Are you taking care of your feet?

It may not be the first thing you think of each day, but taking care of your feet is important, whether you’re a man, woman, young, old, or a dancer.

Do you actually check your feet on a regular basis? Do you have cuts, bunions or blisters? Maybe an ingrown toenail? And if you have diabetes, checking your feet on a “regular basis” should be defined as every day.

Here are some tips for good foot health:
*Wear shoes that fit (especially if you‘re a woman). Also, as you get older, your shoe size will change, so measure before you buy (especially if you wear pointed toe high heel shoes).

*Keep your feet clean. Dirty feet can lead to additional health problems.

*Use creams or lotions to combat dry scaley skin on your feet.

*See your Doctor if you have a corn or other problems.

*Clip your toe nails to prevent ingrown nails.

*If your feet are swollen (it could be the sign of another health problem) see your Doctor.

And…most importantly..use foot care soap from The Gourmet Soap Chef. We list our soap as “dancer foot soap“, but we know if  it’s good enough for a dancer, it’s certainly good enough for your feet. We custom handcraft 4 types of soap bars to soothe tired feet:
(1) sugar scrub soap bars to remove and exfoliate dead skin.
(2) massage soap bars to relax the muscles in your feet. (with or without loofah scrub)
(3) olive oil bars to moisturize your feet. 
(4) peppermint soap bars to keep down odor.

Visit us at http://www.gourmetsoapchef.com/
…Enjoy the decadence…your skin (and feet) will thank you!!

Ballet Foot Soap for hard working Feet...

Attention ALL:
Ballet Dancers (professional and pre-professional) Students, Artistic Directors, Studio Owners, Ballet Mistress, Choreographers

As a dancer, it’s never to early to take serious care of your feet. Seventy five percent of all dancers will experience foot problems during their training and career. The foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles, and numerous tendons.

One way to avoid all of the common foot problems that most dancers experience is to train the dancer to take care of their feet now…to ensure a longer dance career in the future.

Every dancer should be massaging their feet daily, and using a soap bar that is designed specifically for their feet. The Gourmet Soap Chef has designed foot soap bars specifically for ballet dancers. Four primary essential oils that all dancers should use in their soap is peppermint, olive oil, lemon and eucalyptus.
Why?…because peppermint has antibacterial properties that will keep foot odor under control. Olive oil is another important property for your feet because olive oil moisturizes rough dry skin. Lemon essential oil is an astringent, and keeps bacteria under control especially in toe shoes and male ballet dance shoes. Eucalyptus essential oil is great because it boasts anti-inflammatory and analgesic qualities as a topically applied liniment ingredient.

Using the above essential oil soaps will definitely help your foot problems, and totally eliminate bacteria and athletics foot problems. The Gourmet Soap Chef offers 4 types of foot soap bars for the dancer, or anyone that is experiencing foot problems.

1). Sugar foot scrub--This foot sugar scrub will remove dead skin cells from the top of your foot and make your skin feel invigorated & soft.--Essential Oils used: Peppermint & Eucalyptus--$6.00 (2 bars per set).


2) Foot Massage Bar foot soap--Olive oil is one of the best skin moisturizers to soothe dry cracked feet. Dancers can order with or without the attached loufah scrub.--Essential oil used: Lemon essential oil--
$6.00 (2 bars per set)

3) Peppermint foot soap--Peppermint works as an antiseptic skin cleanser and is often used to relieve itching and scratching. Peppermint will also help eliminate foot odor. --$6.00 (2 bar set)

4) Olive Oil Foot Soap--Pure olive oil is the best way to moisturize your feet. When blended with aloe vera, the combination is a winner. This bar will give you healing as well as moisturizing. Aloe vera to heal your foot problems, and olive oil to soften dry skin.--$6.00 (2 bars per set)

You can buy these soaps in our store at http://www.gourmetsoapchef.com/
Foot Care now…will help alleviate foot problems in the future!

Lavender essential oil

"Women of ancient Africa had access to many natural botanical ingredients that are widely used today in skin care products. They knew the secrets of those ingredients. Egyptians more than any other culture, devoted themselves to beauty and its preservation; so much so, that they buried their natural skin care remedies and tools with the dead. They used natural oils such as sweet almond, baobab, marula and moringa. They also used botanical ingredients such as aloe, frankincense, myrrh, rose oil, honey etc. Being endowed with natural emollients like cocoa butter and avocado oil, they used these ingredients extensively in their beauty regiments".

Therefore, since these ingredients are ancient (and they worked), why shoudn't we use them? The Gourmet Soap Chef custom designs soap, that "only" uses ancient essential oils and fragrances. Our lavender soap bars are highly sought after because lavender has healing health properties that soothe the skin.

The health benefits of lavender oil for the skin can be attributed to its antiseptic and antifungal properties. It is used to treat various skin disorders such as acne, wrinkles, psoriasis, and other inflammations. It heals wounds, cuts, burns, and sunburns rapidly as it aids in the formation of scar tissues. Lavender oil is added to chamomile to treat eczema.

Other health benefits of lavender essential oil include its ability to treat leucorrhoea. It is also effective against insect bites. The oil is also used to repel mosquitoes and moths. You will find many mosquito repellents containing lavender oil as one of the ingredients.

So why are you using commercial soap? Why not treat your body and skin to the properties of lavender...Enjoy the decadence...your skin will thank you !!
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credits: from nature with love and organic facts