From Precious
July, 2010
Hello Tamu!
Mmm...PRECIOUS
loves checking out new beauty products and we think we may have just found
ourselves a brand new favourite.
Tamu is a delicious range of handcrafted body butters, oils, spa products and soaps that contain absolutely no preservatives. These beauty goodies are stuffed full of raw essential oils such as lemon and ginger, coconut and lime, lavender and Moroccan rose. Tamu use a high concentration of organic ingredients which are accredited by the Soil Association.
The brand is the concept of Afriyie Donkor who is not only creating the highest quality organic skincare products, but also providing economic opportunities by working in partnership with women in her mother's village of Goaso, Ghana to ensure they receive a fair wage. This is ethical beauty in action.
Our absolute fave Tamu product has to be the Moroccan rose range, in particular the intoxicating body oil, which is perfect for smoothing all over your body after your shower or bath. It smells divine! We also really like the 100% unrefined organic blocks of soaps, which are cut to measure your needs, try the African Black Tea Tree and honey soap which is great for oily and blemished skin.
These products look cute too, the butters and oils are decanted into cute recyclable bottles and jars, and the soaps come wrapped in purple tissue paper and tied up with bamboo string.
Don't just take our word for it. You can get your hands on some Tamu goodness
by heading to: http://www.tamunatural.co.uk/
You're Beautiful, Woman!
PRECIOUS is delighted to be a media partner of You're Beautiful, Woman! a fun, constructive and educational event celebrating black female beauty in fashion, hair, beauty, fitness and more. This year's event is hosted by the award-winning TV presenter, Rhoda Wilson.
The event features a range of renowned speakers and a vibrant market place with music from Keep the Faith's Paul Aaaron, a beauty and hair care area alongside sumptuous cuisine in the food hall. Each delegate will receive a complimentary goodie bag and there will also be a raffle prize draw on the day. This year's event will also showcase the exclusive premiere of the YBW! Documentary "What Makes The Black Woman Beautiful".
Launched in 2007 by a team of six successful businesswomen, the organisers aims are for YBW! 2010 to be bigger and better than ever.
Sponsors include Islington Fostering and Daniel and Co.
To purchase tickets online for a discounted rate (on the
door ticket prices are £7) go to: http://www.yourebeautifulwoman.com/
For information on booking
a stall, volunteering etc email info@yourebeautifulwoman.com
You're Beautiful Woman!
When: August 7th 10am-6pm -
Where: Highgate Newtown Community Centre, 25 Bertram Street, Highgate,
London, N19 5DQ
http://www.yourebeautifulwoman.com/
OP Therapy: Fact or Theory?
OP Therapy is an Australian brand that is making quite an impact on the
beauty industry in the UK. The secret is the use of Emu oil, which is
supposed to have restorative qualities, ideal for the unpredictable British
weather and protection against the elements. Sounds amazing in theory,
so I've put two products from the range to the test, to find out the
facts.
1) OP Therapy Body Hydrator, £34.30
Free from colourants, parabens and harsh chemical preservatives, The Body
Hydrator is a rich treatment cream that looks like whipped double cream
but has a light souffle consistency. I found that it was quickly absorbed
and left skin feeling extraordinarily soft and hydrated all day. This is
definitely a hero product for sensitive skin and sufferers of conditions
such as eczema.
2) OP Therapy Lip Restorer (Lemon and Lime), £7.95
A fresh, zesty alternative to sweet, sticky glosses, the Lip Restorer achieves
a light shine. Boasting natural and potent anti-inflammatory properties,
it aims to keep lips smooth, moisturised and kissably soft. Unfortunately
for me, it left my lips irritated after using it for 48 hours, and I had
a minor rash appear in the corners. Given that I do have very sensitive
skin, I would not recommend this product if you're prone to allergic reactions
from contact with citrus fruits or extracts. However, for most people,
I'm sure it will do exactly what it says on the tube.
Yvonne Ottley-Awuah is a professional blogger and
founder of The Simply Fab Company, the mobile beauty spa. Her team of well-being
specialists provide luxury beauty and massage treatments in the privacy
of homes and the convenience of offices London-wide. www.thefabcompany.co.uk
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