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When it comes to body odor, deodorants are your best bets that there’s literally every conceivable fragrance you can think of available for purchase. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Nowadays, some deodorants like Alvera contain 100% natural ingredients that are safe and gentle on skin. Unlike other deodorants, Alvera uses aloe vera as a natural astringent that helps people with sensitive skin. So if you’re looking for a deodorant that’s free of alcohol, dyes and preservatives, check out …

Muesli or Granola? If you eat cereal at breakfast, you’d know the difference. Or, maybe not. Unlike granola which contains oil and syrups mixed in with grains and baked until crisp. Muesli is formulated to combine “uncooked” oats and a blend of dried fruits and nuts. Alpen has been making muesli since 1971 so when it comes to “traditional Swiss” cereal, they know what it takes. Shop Alpen muesli and taste the difference! …

There are a ton of candle manufacturers in the market these days but there’s only a few that make candles with a focus on protecting the environment. Aloha Bay candles import their palm wax from environmentally responsible plantations in Malaysia and organic plantations in Brazil and Colombia. They make candles with essential oil and burn a long time unlike any other candles out there. Find them in our store!  …

Aloe Vera is not just for burns or psoriasis anymore. Its antioxidant properties containing vitamins A,C, and E aid in repairing cell damage. Aloe Vera also has enzymes that aid in digestion. Unfortunately Aloe Vera has also been known to degrade over a short period of time that the benefits have not been very effective. That is of course, until now. Manufacturers have found a way to make aloe vera readily available while maintaining freshness. Are you a critic or a believer? Check out Alo! …

Almond milk has become popular lately and here’s why. A cup of almond milk contains just 39 calories as opposed to 102 calories in cow’s milk. Almond milk also has only 1.5 grams of carbs vs 12 grams in cow’s. If you’re watching your calorie intake or intolerant to dairy, it’s time to “go nutty” with Almond Breeze! …