Green Can Be Glam! (with Kelsey Price)
Today we have another very special guest on the blog - Kelsey Price from Megsy-Jane! YAY!
Passionate about beauty, health and well-being, Kelsey wants to show all women that green CAN be glam, and you needn't (and shouldn't!) sacrifice your health for beauty. Let's meet her!
1. I am Kelsey and I love…
Sunshine, the beach (although with a 4-hour round trip I don’t get there often enough), the mountains. Rainy days spent in oversized wooly cardigans fire-side with my little dog, a cup of tea and a movie or good book. And all things organic beauty, of course.
2. I made the switch to green beauty products because…
Gosh, where do I start? It feels like it’s been such a long journey, and one that began when I was still a child. I’m not sure I ever really “switched” to green beauty. When I was pre-teen, mum began researching natural health, food manufacturing processes and what was actually in our food. By the time I was in my early teens white sugar had left the house to be replaced by rapadura (unprocessed cane sugar juice, dehydrated - it’s the rawest form of cane sugar) and a few years later we were grinding our own grain. Everything had a butterfly effect from there, and I have never owned a department store brand of make-up. I always reacted quite badly to “mainstream” shampoo and skincare - most brands would make my scalp itch and most cleansers burned my skin, so those were also replaced by natural and organic alternatives. I began doing my own research into what was in products and was horrified by what I found out about nail polish. Reproductive toxicity? Organ failure? Neurological disorders? My research continued and frustrated by a lack of local options, I started looking online for what was available. A whole new world opened up to me, and I guess I’ve never stopped! So, in short...maybe I was just born a green beauty? Haha.
3. I started blogging when...
It was an idea I had been turning around for a few years - starting a blog, or opening an organic beauty shop. I sat down one day and went over the details of both, and after being in retail for a number of years with my previous business, I realised I wanted something different. I love talking with and helping people discover new products, so going the blog route made sense for me. I’ve met so many wonderful people and it always brings a smile to my face when women email me to say how much the website has helped them! I only launched the blog in October 2015, but the response so far has been incredible.
4. I trust in…
Research and common sense.
Do you own research and make decisions on what you are comfortable with, and what your own gut instinct or intuition is telling you.
5. I find it hard to..
Choose skincare. It seems so much more complex than make-up and finding something right for your skin type can be tricky. There are also SO many great brands and products to choose from, I think deciding is the hardest part. I’m getting better at it though!
6. I feel frustrated when..
I see people brush-off organic/natural beauty without doing thorough research, using truly natural products or using high-quality products, or using them for long enough. There are plenty of green-washed products out there causing confusion, and also products with low-quality ingredients. Particularly with botanicals and oils, the quality can make the world of difference in results and performance.
I’ve used products that have done nothing for me and others have transformed my skin overnight. It’s all about finding the brands that care enough and have the passion to go the extra mile. It’s worth it, trust me.
7. I am thankful for..
All the brands out there committed to organic, natural products and transparency. I don’t know what I’d do without wonderful brands like La Mav and other favourites!
8. When I go to bed, I think about..
Sleep, haha! I try to wind down before bed so I usually fall asleep pretty fast. I do most of my thinking as I’m waking up the next morning and make a mental list of what I need/want to get done for the day.
9. My favorite makeup item is..
Whilst I love a good, dewy base, my favourite product would have to be lipsticks! I love colour, and lipstick can change a look or brighten up your mood so effortlessly!
10. The skincare item I can’t live without..
A good facial oil! It can multi-task as a moisturiser, make-up remover, make-up primer and mixing with dry masks. You can even use oils to condition your hair or treat dry ends.
11. When I have to do my makeup in less than 5 minutes, I always apply..
RMS Beauty “Un” Coverup. It’s dewy skin magic in a pot!
12. I am obsessed with…
Facial mists! I love using them morning and night, after cleansing, masking or for setting my make-up. I’ve tried so many and don’t know if I could ever pick a favourite.
What To Try: La Mav Rose Hydrating Mist
13. My favorite DIY recipe is…
I’m not much of a DIY’er when it comes to beauty. Give me an old piece of furniture, and I’ll give it a makeover, but when it comes to skincare I’d rather leave it to the experts.
If my skin is feeling inflamed or stressed, I’ll mix up some plain greek yogurt and vitamin E oil and apply as a mask for 15mins or so. It’s so soothing, hydrating and calms any redness. Or, in a pinch, if I’ve run out of facial scrub, I’ll mix a teaspoon of ground nutmeg with a cream cleanser. It works a treat and my skin always feels so smooth and firmed afterward.
14. I want to..
Help women discover how amazing green beauty is and what a difference it can make to your skin and your health. I want them to fall in love with it just as much as I am and discover that it can be glamorous, and it is just as (if not more so) effective as the toxin-filled alternatives.
15. And I don’t want to..
Be called an expert.
Green beauty bestie? I’ll wear that label. I’m happy for people to think of me as their organic beauty girlfriend that has tried everything out there and has all the handy tips and tricks. But I’m not expert - rather a green beauty that is passionate about health, organic and natural beauty and has done a whole lot of research and even more trial and error.
16. My mantra for happiness is…
Learn to breathe. Taking just 2 minutes even to just focus on your breathing can do you the world of good. If I’m feeling stressed out or frazzled, taking a few deep breaths helps to calm me. And also, smile! Even if you’re in a mood, it’s impossible to feel stressed or unhappy when you’re smiling. Someone once said even your worst days only have twenty-four hours. I think that’s important to remember.
17. My ultimate beauty secret is..
Be you. It may sound cliche, but embracing the skin you’re in is the ultimate beauty secret. There is nothing more beautiful or sexy than a woman comfortable and confident in her own skin!
18. Don’t forget to..
Always wash that make-up off before bed! Apart from the benefits for your skin, nothing feels better to me than clean skin and a good lightweight oil. The evening is also a perfect time to let your skin breathe, as well as receive any extra nourishment or treatment it needs!
*If you want more from Kelsey, check out her blog and follow her on Instagram!
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