The magic of Vinegar

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Deodorize the air, refrigerator, microwave and more

  • Cooking/kitchen
  • -Get rid of cooking smells by simmering a small pot of 1/2 cup vinegar and water. Keep a small bowl of vinegar on the counter to absorb odor.
  • Refrigerator
  • - Put 1 cup vinegar in a glass in the refrigerator for two days to remove odor – or keep refreshing if you have a constant problem.
  • Microwave
  • -Use ¼ cup vinegar and 1 cup water bring to a boil and let sit.

Rinse spotty glassware

  • Dishwasher
  • -Add 1/2 cup vinegar to the rinse cycle or add 1 cups vinegar with dish detergent and run a full cycle.

Natural drain cleaner for tubs and sinks
-Clean, deodorize and unclog drains

  • Drain- 1 cup baking soda (even better is with 1/4 cup The Laundress All-Purpose Bleach Alternative) and 1 cup boiling vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes then run hot water down the drain.
  • (this is also great in half proportion for the garbage disposal)

Remove and inhibit bacteria, mold and yeast growth to acceptable levels

  • Cutting Boards - Apply vinegar directly on cutting boards at the end of the evening and do not rinse. Countertops - Spray kitchen countertops and wipe down. (this will also keep ants and bugs away).

Clean sinks, bathroom tubs, and taps

Clean blinds and walls
Mix equal parts water and vinegar in a pail and use a sponge or The Laundress Lint Free Cleaning Cloths to wipe down walls and blinds.

Clean Pergo “Wood” Floors

Pergo floors should be cleaned with Vinegar vs. any other products floor cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, and wax as they leave a film. Use 1/4 cup vinegar with 1 gallon water to mop.

Smelly Dog or Skunk Spray
Rinse dog with water. Mix 1 cup vinegar with 2 gallons of water and saturate the dogs coat with solution. Dry off without rinsing.

How to remove the stubborn red wine, coffee, grease stains….

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General Stain Removal

No matter the stain, The Laundress products will help you remove it!

The Laundress Stain Solution is formulated specifically to target and break down stubborn stains such as red wine, sauce, chocolate, grass, coffee/tea, grease, blood, pit stains and more.

-Apply Stain Solution to the stain.
-Work the Solution into the stained area with our Stain Brush.
-Pour hot water from a height to be more effective and soak.*
-If stain has faded, but isn’t completely gone, repeat the process until satisfied.
-Launder as normal.

*We recommended this process on durable fibers such as cotton, linen and some synthetic materials.
*For stain removal on delicate fabrics such as silk and cashmere, use tepid water. Do not soak silk longer than 30 minutes at a time.
*When treating stain from blood, always use cold water.

Product available at Keep Austin Gorgeous organic boutique. Visit our website www.KeepAustinGorgeous.com

cilantro, onions, garlic… how to remove odor from your fingers

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I love cooking and cilantro is one of my favorite herbs. I use cilantro in almost everything from mexican tacos to chicken soup, you name it, it just adds the perfect flavor to your healthy meals.
I love it so much that I use it in plenty of recipes but the only thing I hate is the smell in my fingers at the end of my cooking…. How can I remove the cilantro smell from my fingers? They just don’t stop smelling and it is not the most attractive smell… Luckily, I found this…

The Laundress Kitchen Soap Bar:

We made The Laundress Kitchen Soap Bar to eliminate food and cooking odors from hands while gently moisturizing. This is also anti-bacterial to kill bacteria. Embossed with “The Laundress New York Home Cleaning”. Ingredients: 100% vegetable soap with saponified coconut and palm oils, vegetable glycerin, olive oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, wheat bran, oatmeal, almond flour, apricot seed, coconut husk, ground coffee, white tea leaves and buttermilk. This product is scented in our home scent No247 – a clean and refreshing blend of bergamot, thyme, lavender, musk and ylang ylang.

For more information visit our website www.KeepAustinGorgeous.com and visit our organic boutique.

Happy Cooking!

Get a Ultra-luminescent glow with carrots, tomatoes and berries

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100% natural pot rouge colored with fruits & veggies



Fruit Pigmented Pot Rouge Trio

100% Pure pot rouges available at Keep Austin Gorgeous, are satiny, silky-smooth colors for your cheeks. Unlike powder blushes that can sometimes sit on top of the skin and settle into fine lines, these creamy formulas blend into the skin incredibly well to give you a healthy, ultra-luminescent glow.

Colored with the antioxidant-packed pigments of fruits and veggies like strawberries, raspberries, carrots and tomatoes, these pot rouges also contain Red Wine Resveratrol for maximum anti-aging benefits. The ultra-moisturizing base of avocado butter and rosehip oil means these pot rouges are also highly nourishing for your skin.

The 100% natural formula is free of chemical preservatives, artificial fragrances, and all other harsh toxins that can harm your skin and body.

The Fruit Pigmented Pot Rouge Trio includes pot rouges in Ballerina, Baby Pink, and Blush.

How To Use

The magic of these pot rouges is that they’re so easy to use – they make achieving that healthy flush of color so effortless.

1. Use a stiff makeup brush (an eyeshadow brush works), makeup sponge, or your fingers to apply a bit of the pot rouge to the apples of your cheeks.



2. Blend into skin – the formula is smooth and very easy to blend.

Olive oil & Oatmeal to prevent wrinkles & dull skin

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Here are two ways in which you can use natural home beauty remedies in a flash.

Olive Oil: You cook and bake with it; but did you know you can use it in a variety of other ways? Because olive oil is chemical free, it can be used on your skin; as a bath oil, moisturizer, massager, and conditioner.

Anti-wrinkle remedies: You can apply a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice to your skin before bedtime to reduce wrinkles and, at the same time, moisturize your skin.

To strengthen your nails, soak them in warm extra virgin olive oil for five minutes. Massage your sore muscles with a mixture of extra virgin olive oil and rosemary.

Hair treatment, apply olive oil to dry hair as an overall conditioner. It will leave your hair smooth and shiny.

Oatmeal: Wouldn’t you love a facial? Get out the box of oatmeal from your cabinet and begin. This oatmeal facial will not only exfoliate, but moisturize your skin as well.

Here are the steps: Take out a package of instant oatmeal; add a half a cup of water; two tablespoons yogurt; two tablespoons of honey and one egg white. Mix the water and oatmeal, then add the additional ingredients. Apply a thin layer to your face. Leave it on for about 15 minutes or until you feel tightness; then rinse your face with warm water.

Leila Lou Fragrance Oil: Happiness in a Bottle

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Leila Lou Fragrance Oil: Happiness in a Bottle



Leila Lou by Rosie Jane fragrance oil is a simple slice of happiness — fuss-free, uncomplicated and delicious. The perfume’s notes of pear, fresh cut grass and tangerine will sweeten your morning routine.

Also, this fragrance is a pleasurable, warm weather option as it is very light and natural, and can be worn on the hottest days of summer without growing too overpowering. Leila Lou doesn’t drift far in the air or swallow a room. After all, you should be appreciated and noticed for your brilliance, not your perfume! Some of my favorite celebrities Rachel Bilson, Sienna Miller, Kate Bosworth, and Liv Tyler are fans of the scent too.

XOXO,
Brizy Tait

BUY IT: Leila Lou Fragrance Oil by Rosie Jane Cosmetics ($38), www.KeepAustinGorgeous.com

Make Summer Last!

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Make Summer Last!

These blazing hot summer days and warm summer nights have us wishing we could make our favorite season last forever.

Brown Sugar Bronzer colored from cocoa beans helps us extend our sun-kissed glow (buff on with cruelty-free kabuki brush for an easy, flawless application) while Peach Glow Lip & Cheek Tint adds a complementary touch of warm peach. A sweep of shimmery champagne Tahiti Satin Eyeshadow on the lids and lash-conditioning Dark Chocolate Mascara on the lashes brightens up the eyes, and shimmery coral-pink Popsicle lip gloss makes lips ultra soft and shiny.

For essential sun protection, antioxidant-packed Argan Oil SPF 30 contains both skin nourishing ingredients and SPF. Fruit Pigmented Tinted Moisturizer (in Creme, White Peach, Peach Bisque, Golden Peach, Toffee, Mousse, or Cocoa) with SPF 20 protects and hydrates skin while providing a flawless finish with sheer-to-medium coverage.

Argan Oil supports education of local women in Morocco!

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Argan Oil

The argan tree, grown exclusively in a few select regions like Morocco, produces oil from its kernels that is famous for it’s healing and restorative properties. Over 70% of argan oil consists of vitamin E, phenols, squalene, and essential fatty acids that are extremely nourishing for the skin, hair, cuticles or anywhere else that could benefit from it’s highly moisturizing and nourishing abilities. Research has shown argan oil to be an effective treatment for psoriasis and other skin conditions.

Our argan oil is produced by a women’s cooperative in Morocco that shares the profits among all the local women of the Berber tribe. The cooperative has established an ecosystem reforestation project to ensure the supply of argan continues, and thus the income supporting the women of the Berber tribe. The money earned provides healthcare and education to the local women, and extra support to the entire community.

100% Pure Organic Argan Oil is 100% certified organic argan oil with no other additives or fillers. To celebrate the launch of this brand new item, use coupon code: PUREARGAN for 15% off both Organic Argan Oil and Argan Oil Facial Moisturizer SPF 30! Coupon expires Friday August 15. Not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Client must mention this add at checkout. Not valid for past offers.

100% Pure Cosmetics available at
Keep Austin Gorgeous Organic Salon & Spa
Bringing your authentic beauty in a simple & natural way!
512-377-1792
4412 Spicewood Springs Rd, Ste 1002
Austin, TX 78759
www.KeepAustinGorgeous.com

How to prevent your body from overheating!

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Refreshing Eucalyptus

This summer’s record-setting high temperatures can cause your skin and body to become hot and uncomfortable. For immediate relief, apply Eucalyptus Nourishing Body Cream all over to instantly refresh and cool down the body. Taking a cool shower or bath with incredibly refreshing and invigorating Eucalyptus Hydrating Body Wash can also provide instant relief from the heat. Not only does eucalyptus essential oil effectively calm down inflamed areas of the body, it also provides antimicrobial and deodorizing properties that fight odor and infection-causing germs. The 100% Pure eucalyptus line contains all-natural eucalyptus essential oil that instantly cools, calms, and refreshes the skin while fighting germs.
Mention coupon code REFRESH at checkout for 15% off all eucalyptus products until the end of the summer! Coupon expires August 14th. Not valid with any other offers. Not redeemable for cash or previous purchases.
100% Pure Cosmetics available at
Keep Austin Gorgeous Organic Salon & Spa
Bringing your authentic beauty in a simple & natural way!
512-377-1792
4412 Spicewood Springs Rd, Ste 1002
Austin, TX 78759
www.KeepAustinGorgeous.com

Pink Grapefruit Makes You 6 Years Younger!

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Pink Grapefruit Makes You 6 Years Younger!


At Keep Austin Gorgeous we carry exclusively:
100% Pure Cosmetics & Products!

You probably know that pink grapefruit is healthy for you, as it’s a rich source of Vitamin C and cancer-fighting compounds. But did you know that pink grapefruit’s citrus scent can also make you appear younger? Alan Hirsch, neurological director of the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation in Chicago, studies the link between smell/taste and physical, psychological, and emotional reactions. Hirsch tested various aromas like broccoli, cucumber, grape, and lavender to see what effect, if any, they would have on on the perception of youth – and only grapefruit elicited a positive response!

The grapefruit aroma caused people to guess others to be about 6 years younger than their actual age. Several explanations are floating around as to why the smell of grapefruit causes this reaction – some believe the aroma relieves stress and makes people feel happy, thus judging others in a better light; others believe the smell jogs pleasant memories, clouding judgment. Whatever the case may be, grapefruit is not only healthy for you but can also make you look younger! 100% Pure uses only all-natural pink grapefruit essential oil and no artificial fragrance or flavoring, so you will get all the same healthy benefits of grapefruit and its delightful citrus aroma!

Mention code: “Pink grapefruit” and save 10% OFF on 100% Pure cosmetics. Expires on July 15TH, 2011. Other restrictions apply

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