Getting in Touch with Natur

Although BeansTalk’s eating habits allow for Twinkies, Cheese Whiz, and other artery-clogging noshes that aren’t even close to being considered healthy, much less organic, we have a different standard for our skin. Hmmn. Maybe organic milk wouldn’t be such a bad idea for the kids….. Anyway… We see a huge difference in our complexion when we use natural and organic skin care products. BeansTalk recently discovered an elegant spa line, that we love, called von Natur. Read on.

After much feedback from the public, von Natur has re-vamped their entire collection with a new elegant look. The all natural and organic quality is still the same, but this modern look and feel takes von Natur to a whole new level. von Natur uses the best botanicals from around the world to formulate this exclusive line with the whole body in mind. Years of research and knowledge in Aromatherapy and Esthetics have led them to develop the highest quality spa, skin, body and aromatherapy care for those with exclusive taste.

From their website:

von Natur, translates “from Nature” or “of Nature”. The preposition “von” was used in Germany and Austria to distinguish noble names. For example, the family members of the baron of the village Mohs would be named von Mohs.

In more modern times people who were elevated to nobility had “von” added to their surname. For example, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe had “von” added to his name due to his achievements in literature. While the use of “von” for a surname ended in 1919, we at von Natur have brought back the nobility of “von” as we use it to define everything that we do.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe wrote, “When the still unfashioned earth, Lay on God's eternal breast, He ordained its hour of birth, With creative joy possessed. Then a heavy sigh arose, When He spoke the sentence: "Be!" And the All, with mighty throes, Burst into reality.” We at von Natur have taken all that was created at “Be” and bottled it to feed your skin, mind and body from nature

Their philosophy:

“Too often, we accept the synthetic ingredients of brand name cosmetics without concern for our body. Now, our von Natur products offer you a choice without giving up quality,” says Kayla Fioravanti R.A., chief formulator for von Natur. Her goal has always been to stay true to a natural theme and to utilize ingredients that are wholly beneficial to everyone and our environment. von Natur uses everything from vitamins, minerals, charcoal, volcanic ash, pumpkin, fresh fruit and vegetables, combining them with the finest oils, butters and waxes to create their unique product line.

BeansTalk’s Best Bets:

If you visit the von Natur website you will see that the line is extensive. The makeup line, which includes eye color, concealer, foundations, blushes, lip color, and mascara is really pretty and elegant-looking. The company also makes a host of bath, body, and facial lines, all of which are certified vegan, if this is one of your requirements. Our favorites are from the Balance and Absolute Facial Lines. If you are a newcomer to the line, the following items might be a good place to start:

Absloute Facial Crème Cleanser ($29.99/4 oz.): Nourishes dry skin while cleansing impurities out of maturing skin. With antioxidants and moisture retention ingredients, skin will show a visible improvement.

Absolute Facial Toner ($22.99/5 oz.): With a refreshing blend of aloe, anti-wrinkle rose and DMAE, this toner plays a critical step in the hydration of the skin. This jar includes 70 facial pads! We loved using it and the way it made our skin feel super clean and healthy.

Absolute Facial Exfoliant ($28.99/4 oz.): A stimulating and softening mix of healing aloe, green and red teas, and essential oils – including one of our favorites: sandalwood.

Balance Facial Serum ($19.99/ 1 oz.): Have a class reunion tonight? Need a little miracle? Try this healing serum to help reduce redness and aid in skin recovery from daily exposure to the elements. It is made with high concentrations of vitamins, antioxidants, and essential oils.

Balance Facial Crème Masque ($19.99/2 oz.): BeansTalk considers this one of our favorite skin treatment and spa experiences. If you are taking the time to do this, you get an A+ in the “taking time for yourself” department. So many of us skip our beauty routines, considering it a casualty of our busy lifestyle. Try this highly nourishing masque, high in antioxidants and essential oils in order to boost skin’s radiance, minimize blotchiness and fine lines.

To purchase von Natur check out their website: www.vonnatur.com

--Andrea Goodwin, BeansTalk Associate Editor (agoodwin@beanstalkbiz.com)