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We all want to look and feel our best during the festive holiday season; whether we're hitting the beach, living it up at our favourite night-spots or simply sharing quality time with the people we love. Treat yourself to some truly glam organic and natural goodies, to bring out your inner goddess and shine your brightest! Here are our top Organic Glamour picks for the 2014-15 festive season.

pigmentation

True beauty means being happy in your own skin - and when spots, blotches and patches intrude on your healthy, smooth complexion, your confidence can really take a knock. The good news is, there are plenty of natural, affordable and easy ways to prevent and treat pigmented, patchy and uneven skin conditions. Our green team has put together a list of top product picks for restoring your skin to its naturally balanced and beautiful state. First, let's find out a little more about what gives your skin its natural colouring, and get to understand the underlying causes behind those troublesome pigmentation marks.

Nothing beats stepping out to the beach, braai or summer's night party feeling confident and gorgeous in your skin. And after a long winter spent in jerseys and jeans, you'll want to add a little summer glow to your limbs. Now we all know that getting a little sun can work wonders for wintery skin, but it's almost impossible to get the tan you want while staying safe in the sun. And while many people find tanning beds to be a summer colour "quick fix", sunbeds pose the same risks to your skin as unprotected sun exposure does.

Self-tanning lotions and oils on the other hand, are an excellent way to show your skin some TLC and enjoy a beautiful sun-kissed glow - without any exposure to UV rays. Until now however, most popular self-tan brands were loaded with harsh chemicals... that's why we're so excited to announcce the latest addition to our body care range. TanOrganic is the world's FIRST eco-certified self-tan brand, designed to make your summer beauty regime easier - and safer - than ever before.

Whether it's the heart of winter or you're getting beach ready, treat your skin to something special - an all-natural toning and hydrating lotion that will smooth away unwanted wrinkles and dimples, leaving you with a smoother, softer and more supple skin you can't wait to show off. This body lotion is easy to make at home, and of course its free of harsh chemical additives, artificial colours and fake flowery fragrances. With shea butter, coconut oil and beeswax, this is just what every organic goddesses' skin craves!

Note that this recipe will give you a rich moisturising and toning lotion with a thick creamy texture. It will probably feel too "heavy" for daytime use, but it's perfect for the evenings when you've just stepped out of a bath or shower. Massage it into your skin before bed, so you can soak up all that goodness while you sleep!

summer-skin

Your skin's needs change as the seasons do; that means skincare products that work moisturising magic for you in the winter may leave you feeling greasy and clogged-up when the summer months begin. Flare-ups, breakouts and allergies are common with seasonal changes, but with the right organic goodies in your beauty regime, you'll soon be ready for whatever summer might bring your way. Here's a look at our top natural and organic seasonal skincare tips for a healthy, beautiful and confident summer.

Christian Dior once said “A woman’s perfume tells more about her than her handwriting” – and it’s true, your favourite fragrance is like your “scent signature”, a powerful part of how you express yourself. And, when you consider that over 60% of what you spray on your skin gets absorbed into your bloodstream, it’s clear that your perfume becomes part of you in more ways than one. Green goddesses know that natural perfumes win hands-down over synthetic fragrances, when it comes to scent, safety and sustainability; so let’s explore a little more about why you should be choosing a natural perfume as your signature scent.

What if we told you there was a natural beauty product out there that could reduce wrinkles, cleanse the pores, banish dandruff, brighten up dark circles, treat split ends AND even fade tan lines? Today, we’re shining a big bright beauty spotlight on sweet almond oil, which can do all that and more! This nut oil is light and silky and just loaded with nutrients, making is amazingly good for the condition of your skin and hair. Here’s a look at ten common hair and skin complaints, and how almond oil provides the perfect natural beauty fix: