In this busy world, dressing up in a suit, and tie isn’t always the most comfortable look. Hence, why I really enjoy denim! I’ve been known to sport denim at the most conservative restaurants to black tie galas. I follow and recommend 5 essential elements for wearing denim at its best. The 1st is the…
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Jan
06
The Denim Bar
Dec
24
Are parabens safe?
The EU’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has released an opinion suggesting that butylparabens and propylparabens are safe in cosmetic formulations. Victory is now being proclaimed by many that support the use of parabens. Is this true? Are parabens really safe? The assessments are documented in the public report, “Opinion on Parabens”, which I…
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Dec
15
Interesting facts about skin and personal care products.
Did you know? The correct name for a wrinkle is “dermatologic corrugation”. Bet a beer on that one! The FDA doesn’t recognize and regulate the term “cosmeceutical”. Companies can make this claim any time and as desired. It’s up to the consumer to determine if a product’s promoted benefits are valid. An adult has 21…
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Dec
15
The Lonely Hiker With B.O.
Alone in the woods with no animals around, only trees, leaves, and bugs are to be found. Ok, maybe you spotted a squirrel, snake, or a mouse. Is that what you expected? Face the facts. Your human scent will scare most wild life. Follow the techniques used by outdoorsmen if you’re going to invest time…
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Dec
15
Welcome to Raw Materials – Exposed
We are… At Raw Materials we’re passionate about extreme lifestyles at the gym and in the wild. Highly active men and women encounter environmental and physical stress that require skincare solutions beyond the basics. We develop and promote natural face and body products designed for those that live life to the edge. We’re not… This…
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