Introducing Beautycounter: OOTF Approved Skincare!

www.dori.beautycounter.com

I've tried more beauty products than I can count. Some that tout natural ingredients, some claiming to be organic and, many times, it's hard to know what's in products because the brands refuse to share ingredients. That is a huge red flag to me.

I'll be honest, it's been so hard to find good stuff that I have knowingly bought toxic products because I didn't like the so-called healthy beauty brands I found.


I'm a realist and I'm particular. Oh, and I have sensitive skin. Products have to work well, first and foremost. They need to be free of harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances and all potentially unhealthy substances because, let's face it, I'm using them every single day. Ideally, they are also not too expensive.


Until now, I found very few beauty products that met all this criteria. And most that were close looked unprofessional, or smelled funky, or were often unavailable.


But now there is Beautycounter. And I could not be more excited to share it with you, my friends, my family and anyone in my extended network.

Check out my site: http://www.dori.beautycounter.com/ or message me with questions. I'd love to help you host a social or just help you pick the best products to try.

To a beautiful healthy you!
Dori

Last Call from Flavrz Founder

I have written before about Flavrz beverages. There was this review of the fruit concentrates and this review of the soda mixes. Both favorable. Not only are they are healthier than the average juice or soda, they are great as mixers, convenient and affordable. 

But it appears that I am in the minority of people who share actually buy the product. See the letter I got via email from founder Karen Barth. And, please, if you know any investors in this space, send them her way. 

Dear Flavrz Customers:

I am writing to you to let you know that Flavrz may be shutting down operations in the near future.

When I started Flavrz four years ago, I had a mission to create a beverage system that would be healthy for families, low in sugar, free of artificial ingredients, and good for the environment.   Personally, I was working hard to get my family to stop drinking sodas, sports drinks and other chemical and sugar-based beverages.   I knew that others were working on the same thing.  

I had a big idea: develop concentrates that consumers could add to water and make their own customized healthy drinks. I believed that if we delivered a truly high-quality product made from real fruits and botanticals, the market would quickly recognize the value without the need to spend a lot on advertising or marketing. It was my hope that this very superior way of making beverages would "take the market by storm"

We have, in fact, built a loyal following of customers who love our products.   Unfortunately, the size of our following is still small and our growth rate is far slower than we had hoped. We have discovered that it hard for people to change lifelong habits, especially when it comes to beverages. Personally, I have been surprised to see how many people eat a healthy organic meal and wash it down with a glass of Diet Coke.

The company is running out of capital and we are actively looking for a buyer or investor but unless someone comes forward soon, liquidation is a very real possibility within the coming weeks.

I encourage you to stock up, as we may soon be selling off our inventory..

We thank you for being our loyal customers and supporters.

Sincerely

Karen A. Barth

President and Founder

Review: Root Beer to Root For

I am not a big soda person, but I love root beer (and birch beer). My go-to when I splurge on it has been Virgil's, which is delicious but pricey and packs a big caloric punch. I've blogged about Flavrz before (favorably) so I was delighted to find their organic root beer syrup in my local grocery store. Just add seltzer. And it's only 35 calories per 8-ounce serving.

I had to try it. My husband also happens to prefer root beer but has been sticking to flavored seltzer as he's on a health kick. I had a feeling he, too, would appreciate a more natural, lower calorie option. It's sweetened with agave nectar, which I happen to love in beverages, as well as a little stevia.

So, we both tried it and agree that it's an inexpensive, delicious treat. I think it was about $6.50 for the bottle and you get 21 servings per bottle at the suggested dilution. Add five 1-liter bottles of seltzer at $.60 each and you're looking at $.45 per 8-ounce serving.

They also make cola and ginger ale syrups. If anyone tries them, let me know what you think. Cheers!