Guiltless Goodies: Easy eco-chic products

Hi all:

People Style Watch's November issue featured six products that are all eco-friendly and can serve a stylish and functional purpose in everyday life too - and yes, the lip balm is safe, it was not tested on animals.

Although I focus on animal cruelty-free products at Guiltless and Glamorous, it never hurts to help the rest of the planet too, so enjoy these items!

You don't have to be cruel to be kind,

GiGi

Pure Lip Balm - Wet n Wild's Natural Wear Lip Shimmer, $1.99, at drugstores
A soothing blend of essential oils and plant extracts.

Green Cell Phone Cases - iSkin Vibes and Vibes FX Blackberry hydrocarbon cases, $29.99 - $32.99 each, iskin.com
Made of a biodegradable material that naturally repels bacteria.

Recycled Bangles - Ija Designs gold fill bangles, $38 - $56 each, available at ijadesigns.com or by calling 541-610-6395.
Salvaged metal bracelets, crafted in a studio run on 100% renewable energy (and seen on Whitney Port).

Natural Dress - Loyale "Valencia" cotton dress, $178 (currently on sale for $110), camillaboutique.com
Of-the-moment patterns in an organic cotton blend.

Repurposed Tote - 44 Knots "Skull & Bones" sailcloth tote with silk scarf, $99, greenwithglamour.com
A cute carryall fashioned from vintage sails.

Guiltless Goodies: Bargain Buys for beauty products

Hi all!

People Style Watch's November issue featured the 50 Best Beauty Bargains - I have cut through the list and narrowed it down so that the title can now read 50 Best Cruelty-Free Beauty Bargains - so buy without guilt!

You don't have to be cruel to be kind,

GiGi

Make-up Must-Haves

Lipstick - Revlon Mauve It Over Matte Lipstick, $7.99, available at drugstores
"A great nude. It's the rare true matte that doesn't feel dry!" - Jeanine Lobell

Blush - Almay SmartShade Blush in Pink, $8.99, available at drugstores

"The juicy, universally flattering shades mimic a natural flush." - Brett Freedman

Bronzer - BonneBell Gel Bronze in Golden Tan, $3.95, available at bonnebell.com

"So sheer - it creates a pretty, lit-from-within glow. I like to mix it with foundation." - Brett Freedman

Tinted Lip Balm - Burt's Bees item removed - owned by Clorox who test on animals

Foundation - Revlon ColorStay Mineral Mousse Makeup in 060, $13.99, available at drugstores

"Great buildable coverage, and there's a shade for almost everyone." - Matthew VanLeeuwen

Hair Essentials

Shampoo - Organix Nourishing Coconut Milk Shampoo, $6.99, available at drugstores

"This really hydrates hair, making it simpler to style. Plus the tropical scent is delectable!" - Lona Vigi

Conditioning Treatment - Queen Helene Cholesterol Hot Oil Treatment, $3.19 for 3 tubes, available at drugstores

"So rich and moisturizing. It's ideal for thick, curly hair!" - Oribe

Paddle Brush - Sonia Kashuk Kashuk Tools Hair Brush, $14.99, available at target.com

Smoothing Cream - TRESemme Anti-Frizz Secret Smoothing Creme, $4.49, available at drugstores

"It keeps blowouts super-smooth and free of flyaways without weighting hair down." - Tippi Shorter

Face Savers

Anti-aging cream - Eucerin item removed as company owned by Beiersdorf, which tests on animals

Body Basics

Cuticle Oil - Sally Hansen item removed as company is owned by Coty, Inc. which tests on animals

Moisturizing Salve - Vermont's Original Bag Balm Protective Ointment, $8.29, available at drugstore.com

"This balm - originally made to moisturize cow's udders! - is excellent at treating dry elbows, knees, heels and lips." - Dr. Heidi A. Waldorf

Guiltless Goodies: Fair Isle cardigans are yum for winter warmth

Hi all!

I love cardigans; they've always been a weakness. Living in the Caribbean, the one thing I do miss is the chance to wear these knits more often, but they are a staple when I travel. Wraps, scarves, pashimnas, cardigans ... but especially Fair Isle-print cardis.

You don't have to be cruel to be kind,

GiGi

Wear with leggings, a light turtleneck sweater underneath and knee-high boots a la Kate Hudson:

People Style Watch's November issue featured a few that were sported by celebs in recent months and I have featured a few from their selection plus a couple of my own below - all sold or made by fur-free retailers/designers. Wrap up with these Ideal Investments!

Eddie Bauer's "Owl Creek" merino wool-lambswool cardigan, $99 ($109 for tall version), eddiebauer.com:

The Gap's Fair Isle hooded sweater - for those of you who want the traditional type of sweater in this cozy hoodie, $98, gap.com:

Urban Outfitters Fair Isle cardigan (seen on Diane Kruger), urbanoutfitters.com:

Victoria's Secret Fair Isle cardigan on Vanessa Hudgens, victoriassecret.com: