Raising the “USDA Organic Beauty” Bar

by admin on September 1, 2010

Beauty personified is all we can say about Laura Thareau, creator and founder of Looloo’s Organics – a brand new company, (ahem) USDA Certified Organic Spa Grade Products for the body and soul.  With personal mantras like “Do what you love, love what you do” and “Together we make a difference”, Laura’s passion for health, wellness and overall balance in in her life has been the driving force behind the creation of Looloo’s Organics. Her carefree and whimsical attitude combined with a strong sense of integrity and compassion towards the human soul and the future of mother earth – and the 110% support from her husband and life partner, Damien are the perfect combination of “organic” ingredients to bring much light and success to her new company – which, by the way, the website for Looloo’s launches TODAY! (follow them on Facebook and Twitter for tons of specials!)  From Brazilian Grapefruit Body Butter to Hawaiian Lemongrass Sugar Scrub, Laura and Damien took their love for travel and the beauty of nature right into the creation of their products.  Looloo’s products also proudly display the coveted USDA Organic label – which Laura will tell you was “no easy task, but totally worth the wait and learning experience to have.”

Laura and Damien. Watch out world... Here we come!

Laura (or Looloo as she has also been known) also believes in giving back to the local and global communities we live in.  Customers of Looloo’s will be able to link to sites such as PETA, Surfrider and the ASPCA - and will be able to give directly to these agencies through the purchase of Looloo’s Organics products.

The spa industry’s future is looking bright if these shining stars keep on rising.  Laura and Damien, congratulations on the success of your new company and thank you for continuing to “raise the bar” of what is possible!

What does Beauty mean to you?

In my eyes beauty is the whole picture, the total health of of a persons’ mind body and spirit. Beauty is a feeling expressed to the outer world reflecting the light within each of us. I find beauty in everyday, from the different people I meet to the wonders of nature that surrounds me.

What makes you feel beautiful?

The little moments we have in our lives makes me feel beautiful. Like the laughter I share with a friend, the kind that makes my nose crinkle. The kisses I share with my husband; they are my most cherished treasures. The warm sun mixed with a cool mountain breeze that tickles my skin and makes me feel part of the flow of nature.When I eat all the good things and make the time to exercise and care for my body. And, living in the now and loving me and all I am, was and will be.

What do you do when you do not feel beautiful?

I take the time to breath and cry if I need to, and I remember the beauty I have inside of me. It is always healing to share the experience with a loved one to view different perspectives, and a hug is always a warm way of letting go. Most importantly I smile, I smile so deeply that even my stomach smiles with my face.

Do you have a secret beauty tip you would like to share?

My bathroom is my own mini day spa! I keep all my favorite face products in the fridge for a cool fresh facial (this also extends their shelf life!) My favorite pleasure is to soak in an aromatherapy bath and do a full body scrub ( I scrub in upward circular motions to stimulate circulation and keep cellulite away!) WATER! and lots of it to keep your skin beautiful and young, I always tell my clients your skin is like a peach, when it is hydrated it will be soft and smooth.

For my body I always remember to put good in to get good out, so eat like the goddess you are. For my mind laughter is the best medicine, and try to live only through love and patience.

“Do what you love, love what you do.” Laura Thareau, founder and creator, Looloo’s Organics

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What is a Moment?

by admin on August 26, 2010

What is a Moment
via The Daily What

Moments from Everynone on Vimeo.

“The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us.”

Ashley Montagu

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