Self Spa: Make Salts, Scrubs and Face & Body Masks
Why spend ten times more for stuff made with mystery ingredients and laced with industrial chemicals that harm you and the environment? You'll learn what each natural wholesome ingredient does according to traditional and contemporary knowledge, and how to create body care products to meet your own individual needs. In just a minute or two, we'll guide you through choosing the best clays, minerals, salts, oils and essential oils for your body and skincare, and go home with a custom face mask, a body scrub and a bath salt!
INGREDIENTS USED IN ANARRES' SELF-SPA MINI WORKSHOP:
Bath salts: Epsom salts, Mediterranean sea salt, Himalayan pink rock salt, pure essential oils and a variety of cosmetic grade clay including Ontario blue clay I harvested from Webster's Falls.
Body scrubs: Organic fair trade cane sugar, fine Mediterranean sea salt, local hemp and sunflower seed oils, pure essential oils and a variety of cosmetic grade clay including Ontario blue clay I harvested from Webster's Falls.
Face masks: a variety of cosmetic grade clay including Ontario blue clay I harvested from Webster's Falls.
All ingredients used are fairly traded or local, and as sustainably harvested as possible.
RATIONALE:
HOW CONVENTIONAL INGREDIENTS HARM PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENT
Many common ingredients in cosmetics contribute to water and environmental pollution, posing risks to aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity. Microbeads, tiny plastic particles used in exfoliating products, are non-biodegradable and often end up in oceans, where marine animals ingest them. Similarly, silicones and synthetic polymers, frequently found in hair conditioners and lotions, do not break down easily and can accumulate in waterways, leading to long-term environmental contamination. Parabens, used as preservatives, can disrupt the hormonal balance of aquatic life when washed into the water supply. Additionally, chemical sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate have been linked to coral reef bleaching and other marine damage. These ingredients, combined with the industry's heavy reliance on plastic packaging, highlight the urgent need for eco-friendly alternatives in cosmetics.
HOW NATURAL INGREDIENTS PROTECT PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENT
Natural ingredients like Epsom salts, sea salt, and clays are considered environmentally friendly in cosmetics due to their biodegradability, minimal processing, and low ecological impact. Epsom salts (magnesium sulfate) and sea salt dissolve easily in water and do not leave behind harmful residues, making them safe for aquatic ecosystems. These salts also occur naturally and require little to no synthetic chemical processing, reducing pollution during production. Clays, such as bentonite or kaolin, are naturally sourced minerals that biodegrade and do not accumulate as pollutants in the environment. Additionally, they often require minimal refining, reducing the energy and water usage in their manufacturing process. Because these ingredients are free from synthetic chemicals, they do not disrupt aquatic life or contribute to the build-up of toxic substances, making them more sustainable options for cosmetic formulations.
Together, we can make 50 products an hour depending on participant traffic and the depth of presentation you want.
Contact me at Anarres Health AT gmail DOT com to discuss hosting a Self Spa Mini Workshop Booth at your party or event.