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Fun Eco-Friendly Gifts

2010-07-20T12:19:00.000-07:00

Finding the perfect gift can be such a headache but now it's easy to give gifts that will be loved by the recipient the earth.

This organic waffle robe makes a great gift for men or women. It's perfect waffle weave gets softer and softer in the wash.

Who doesn't love a gift that can serve multiple purposes? Soap Nuts do almost anything you

can think of. Mainly used as a natural laundry detergent, soap nuts' lack of chemicals are eco-friendly and good for your skin. The list of uses is so extensive from shampoo, to polishing jewelry, to gardening, soap nuts is the right gift for anyone. Plus for a limited time, you can get a bag for only $7!

Everyone can use a little at home pampering. This Bamboo Powder Soap Combo Set is scented with essentials oils and made with exotic bamboo powder. Bamboo powder is great because it is fine enough for a gentle, refreshing feel on your skin, yet effective enough for a foaming exfoliation. Plus it is super affordable at just 20 bucks for the set.

This gifts are easy, quick and affordable but the recipient is sure to enjoy. You can also be eco-mindful when it comes to gift wrapping by getting a little creative. Use newspaper as wrapping paper. It will be visually interesting, plus you are recycling. Wrap it with a bright colored ribbon to add some extra style.

It's the thought that counts, right? So next time you need a gift, not only think about what the gifted would like but easy was to be eco-friendly as well.

Lounge in Style

2010-07-15T09:15:00.000-07:00

Let's face it - we all love to be in our sweats, but you don't have to sacrifice style for comfort anymore. Whether you're heading to the gym or the grocery store, you can be trendy, cool and cute all the while remaining in your comfort zone. Here are some great ways to start.

This look is perfect for summer. These ankle length pants are comfortable plus the lines are flattering for all body types. Throw on a tank and some flip flops and you look put together yet feel like you're still in PJs. shop this look.

Next we have the layered look. Throwing on this shrug over a tank or tee is a simple way to add visual interest. Paired with this v-neck cambria top adds a fun texture.You can go straight from yoga to the grocery store by throwing on this poncho over a tank. Pair it with leggings or yoga pants to add some shape.

These looks are cute, comfortable and trendy. Now you can run around town looking great without the effort.

3 Easy Steps to Healthier Skin

2010-07-09T14:41:00.000-07:00

What is more important than your skin? It protects you from so many forces every single day, yet we often leave it dry, itchy and beat up. Giving your skin a little TLC can be quick, easy and inexpensive and will pay back in ten folds. Here are 3 simple/cheap ways to start:

1. One of the easiest ways to replenish your skin is to use an exfoliating soap bar. Exfoliating your skin everyday will take off dead skin and buff the new skin so it will look and feel better than ever. Use a natural alternative when exfoliating like this Bamboo Sea Scrub . The natural bamboo powder is fine enough to offer a gentle feel on the skin, yet effective for foaming scrub exfoliation. Plus at the super low price of $8.00, it's more than worth it!

2. We work so hard to get our clothes clean and fresh, but did you know that using most laundry detergents you get from the grocery stores will leave your clothes worse off then before you did your laundry. Forget the chemically-laden detergents you buy at the grocery store. Mother Nature has provided your answer in Soap Nuts! There are a ton of other uses for soap nuts like, shampoo, gardening, and polishing jewelry. Plus, for a limited time, Soap Nuts are 1/2 Price!

3. If you think about it, other than showering we wear clothes around the clock. Our skin is absorbing whatever is in that fabric 24/7. Today, you can really outfit your entire wardrobe with organic clothing that is stylish and comfortable. Whether it be dresses, tops, pajamas, or even bath robes, organic clothing provides you with superior breath ability, temperature regulation, moisture control, unique antibacterial qualities, and a documented ability to absorb the negative energy created by our stressful environment.

So, there you have it. 3 easy, affordable ways to give your skin some much needed TLC!

A Guide to Natural Fabrics

2010-07-01T10:59:00.000-07:00

MV Style helps you to live your beliefs by offering stylish, comfortable clothing made with natural fibers. You can learn more details about each fiber below:

Many people wear natural fabrics primarily for ecological reasons, but we know there also are verified health reasons for placing only natural fibers against your skin. The inherent characteristics of natural fibers offer advantages in breathability, temperature regulation, durability, water absorption, antimicrobial properties, and more, versus synthetic fabrics that:

Disrupt the normal function of your body due to their low breathability, hygroscopy (water absorption), and thermal regulation. This in turn can lead to overheating (even heat stroke in a high-temperature climate), or getting too cold, which can lead to getting sick.

Can create a "greenhouse" effect, which disrupts the normal reaction of your skin to create a barrier and encourages a favorable condition for bacteria growth, thereby causing or worsening skin disorders and the course of allergic reactions...Read More