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6 ways to make 2018 your most positive year

A new year is a perfect time for a fresh start. Regardless of what your 2017 was like, it's easy to make sure that 2018 is filled with positivity and happiness. A few small changes to your d...

Detox your way to a more fabulous you!

In a world constantly surrounded by inescapable pollutants and chemicals, taking the time to detox and rejuvenate your body can lead to incredibly satisfying results. While you might be clean...

How to bring peace and calm throughout your life

We are fast approaching what is one of the busiest times of the year. It can be easy for life to become overwhelming, so it's important to remember to center yourself and keep both body and soul...

Nature & Health – Road test: Synthesis Organics facial

  Road test: Synthesis Organics facial Go beyond certified organic skincare to the wonderful new world of energy-imbued treatments, captured beautifully in this vegan, cruelty-free facial...

Why you actually need a toner in your skincare routine

  The benefit of using a toner can sometimes be unclear - as we continue to have busy and active lives, wasting time on a product that does nothing for us just does not make the cut! The market...

Beauty Directory – World Vegan Day: the BD brands with vegan products

November 1 marks World Vegan Day and to celebrate, BD is presenting you with a list of brands that have vegan products. Synthesis Organics' vision is to promote conscious beauty. The brand adhere...

Ultimate Luxury: Synthesis self-care facial massage

There is one thing that can never be replaced: the human touch. Studies by Robyn Reisch have shown that "physical touch is the most important aspect of human development and culture. It activates...

Cleanse with oil. Really!

    It may seem a living contradiction, but cleansing your face with oil is the most gentle and effective way to remove dirt and protect against impurities. Your skin naturally produces oil b...

5 toxic ingredients hidden in your skincare

We use skincare with the intention that it is absorbed into our skin, to hopefully provide a number of benefits. This means that if there are chemicals or synthetics hidden in your products,...

BEAUTYDIRECTORY — Best of: beauty removers

  If there's one rule everyone in the beauty world subscribes to, it's that you need to take your makeup off before bed. The detriments of leaving your foundation and mascara on when you hit th...