At Solace Essentials, we have some exciting new products coming down the pike. Stay tuned...You may be asking, "Why?" The short answer is that I get inspired.
I came across an article today from the GCI (Global Cosmetic Industry) about creating inspiring bodycare us (http://tiny.cc/wfl3i). I am an avid reader of this publication because it tells me about the up and coming new ingredients that are popular and the trends we should expect to see. It's interesting to note that in every issue there is a huge section on organic and using whole ingredients in bodycare, rather than broken down molecules treated with other molecules.
When I was talking to my contact at Whole Foods today, we discussed the value in not only eating whole, and locally available foods, but also doing the same in our bodycare. I couldn't agree more!
Which leads me back to telling you why I have created some new products. Back in November, I was at a trade show for the WA Dental Services and I randomly met a cool new business owner from Pangaea Coffee, Rick Riehle. I knew instantly, he was the real deal. He imports fair trade organic coffee from cool places like Persatuan Petani Kopi Gayo Organik Cooperative in Indonesia, and Unión de Ejidos Comun de Caficultores Benificio Majomut, Mexico.
He sampled Solace Essentials products and was instantly hooked! He then expressed interest in collaborating on a product with Solace. After brainstorming and ruminating about coffee and aromatherapy for 4 months, it finally hit me - yes, all of my senses were screaming! And, I recognized that familiar feeling of being inspired.
I decided it would be an incredible addition to our Shower Salts, which will now be called "Body Scrub". Coffee, as it turns out, is a great partner with essential oils. And coffee has incredible anti-oxidant benefits for the skin creating healthier, more vibrant cells and offers a gentle exfoliating addition to the Dead Sea Salts. Coffee also firms skin, reduces redness and reduces the appearance of cellulite. So, smooth that scrub all over your body for best results. (Please remember to wash the tub with a quick swipe of soap afterward to keep yourself from slipping!).
Next week I will visit Pangaea Coffee to see their roasting facility in Wallingford. Stay tuned...
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