“Green-Up” Your Beauty Routine

BeautyWellness
Written By Melissa O'Connor-Arena

January is my scheduled month to go through my cosmetics and personal skin care items. I try to discard anything I haven’t used for a year as well as products with an expiry date. Most cosmetics and skincare products have a 1 – 3 year shelf life. In addition to the cosmetics and skin care products, I discard all old toothbrushes, worn-out hair brushes, and any loofah or skincare exfoliating brushes.

When was the last time you took a look at your beauty cabinets and drawers? I am sure most of you do this, but if you make it an annual project for January you’re sure to enjoy your beauty routine and elixirs without a worry.

PLEASE READ LABELS FOR ANYTHING YOU INGEST, PUT ON YOUR SKIN, AND CLEAN YOUR HOME WITH!

Do your homework and become more aware of the following products and the effects they may have on your health. Also, take a look at our new product line under the brand; Beauty Blend Kitchen.

Click here to download and print our 5×7 List of Skin Care Ingredients to Avoid list and take it with you when you’re shopping.

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Wishing you all the best in health, wellness & beauty!

Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Art and design have always been a crucial part of my life. From coloring when I was a child to taking every art class I could in high school, it's the only thing I ever really wanted to do. I studied all aspects of art for 7 years and graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design in 2006. Since then I have worked as a freelance artist and writer, specializing in layout and album design. I also love photography and film.

I've been a professional designer since 2006 and have experience in all types of graphic design and the arts. My clients include DaVinci Roofscapes, Kayu, Terri Cole, Sheherezade, Kate Smith, Patti Green, Christine Gutierrez, and many more. I like to work with people from various fields which has given me a wide range of projects to apply my aesthetic. I have also written for Patch.com, as well as edited texts and books, so if you need writing services I can help you with that too! 

Besides graphic design, I also run a small stationery business that offers all kinds of invitations and other type of paper goods. You can view my shop and check out my blog on my website. I live and work in New York with my husband Dan, son Elliot (5.22.16), and 2 dogs. Both vegetarian and eco-consious, I do my best to live the most natural, organic life I can, and now create the same environment for my son. Besides design, my hobbies include photography, reading, writing, interior design, and cooking. I love music and used to play bass in a band when I lived in Jersey and of course I sing and dance every chance I get. Working with me is like teaming up with a friend, I am easy going, honest, and kind. My mission is to bring beauty to as many lives as I can through art and design and I look forward to working with you!

http://www.graystardesign.com
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