If you’re a true Nolababe, you’re pretty in-tune with how we do things around here, and if you’re new to the NOLA tribe — allow us to catch you up.
Since our initial launch, we’ve been transparent with pretty much, well —everything! Down to the ingredients used in each product. Each year, we take it a step further to improve our packaging to contribute a little love to Mother Nature. In short, biodegradable simply means that something can break down safely and relatively quickly. If you’ve shopped with us, you’ll notice that those “little white things”, as some of our Nolababes call them are biodegradable shipping peanuts. Not only do they secure your products during shipment, but they breakdown when exposed to water. But, don’t just take our word for it — have a look yourself!
We’re pretty certain your next question is, “how in the world?” Science babes, the magical art of science! Our packaging peanuts are made of starch instead of harmful Styrofoam, so after you’re done playing with your package simply toss the water out or water a plant!
Not only do we love providing quality products to help your beautiful faces, we do it with a clear conscious to back us up. 97% of our products are also shipped in glass containers. So, what does that mean? More recycling, less plastic and even more chances for you to shop with bigger discounts! To bring you along this green ride, we’ve implemented a Recycling Program. Nolababes who shop with us are able to return glass ware from finished products to receive free items or discounts to apply to a future purchase!
Beauty doesn’t always have to be pain, for ourselves or even the Earth. With the help of our nolababes, we’re one step close to saving our planet! If you have any questions regarding recycling in your neighborhood, visit Call2Recycle! Or visit our favorite, TerraCycle — they help with hard-to-recycle materials, with this program it allows you to recycle anything!
Going green? We’d love to hear about it! How do you plan on contributing to making Earth a better place?
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During the summer of 2017, I was completing an internship in India. Due to the region I was staying in, water usage for face washing and baths were limited. For these reasons, as well as the pollution, my skin became inflamed by the end of the summer. During that summer, I had transitioned fully to being a vegetarian and stopped using beauty products that test on animals. Desperate for a solution for my skin, I began researching reputable vegan skincare companies on Google and social media platforms. One viral tweet from a woman with beautiful skin, a fellow NolaBabe, led me to order the OG Bundle.
Please note that my scars are deeply rooted and over a decade old, but within 2 weeks, NOLA’s products lightened my scars up to the point that concealer actually covered them! What blew my mind even more is NOLA transformed my skin within a short window. My inner child was screaming because on the one hand I was absolutely ecstatic, however, on the other hand, I had full heartedly wished I found NOLA years sooner so that I did not have to suffer with my skin for as long as I did. Within months, people started commenting on my skin, how soft my complexion looked, and started asking what I used to change my skin so quickly. With how long I hid behind makeup and edited photos, I was so excited to finally step out of my house without makeup on for the first time since I was 13. I was so content with the OG bundle, that my daily skin routine not only changed overnight, but so did my skin.
My daily skin care routine since August 2017 has been the following:These products were vital for regulating the projection of stress onto my skin. I was an undergrad in college when I started using NOLA, and now I’m in grad school, so my stress level is pretty much always hovering around a 7 or 8 out of 10. However, now I do not have breakouts period and no more excessively oily skin. NOLA gave me the opportunity to calm the storm on my face and focus on repair, rather than hyper-focus on prevention (although, the products combat both).
You’ll never catch me using a different skin care company for my needs. NOLA listened to me, helped me navigate their website and different products, and helped me choose the best products for my acne-prone skin. I never felt pressured or insecure when I sent photos of my problem areas. I mean this from the bottom of my heart, NOLA is comparable to other brands. If you want closure from defiant skin: welcome home.
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Simply sign up at Nolaskinsentials.com, and with every purchase made your points will unlock the key to clean, clear and healthy skin!
Ways to earn points:
NOLA TIERS + REWARDS
With each purchase, you will not only glow, but glow up in your ranking. You’ll be treating yourself to the gift of amazing skin and spoiled with discounts, that will keep your skincare mini fridge stocked.
First Tier: NOLABABE
As a NolaBabe, you’re a newbie to the tribe and introducing yourself to our line — with these rewards, you can treat yourself to gorgeous skin and more!
Second Tier: VIP (600 points)
As a Nola VIP, you already have your favorite cleanser, serum and go to mask at your fingertips, but you’re always on the look-out for new products and love a good restock. We see you and we’re treating you to…
Third Tier: ELITE (1000 points)
As a Nola Elite, we want you to continue to build your collection and maintain your glow with discounts, points and goodies at your doorstep. We can’t say thank you enough but we can try with….
Listen, I get it, we all have moments when we want to splurge – being a woman is expensive, and being a baddie cost even more! Thankfully, your Nola Sistahood believes great skin should be affordable to everyone. The idea of dropping a bag on skincare is not the look, so let me put you on to a few goodies to cleanse, clear, and hydrate your skin without putting a dent in your pocketbook. The best way to indulge in all the Nolakinsentials goodies when you’re on a budget, is to purchase our “Try Me” size products to get the full Nola treatment for the low! And just because I love you babes so much, I’m going to put together an entire skincare regimen for each skin type all under $25.
My Nolababes with thirsty skin, you’re up first! The first step to getting your skin in formation is to start with a creamy cleanser that will cleanse without stripping your moisture — try our Hyaluronic Aloe Cleanser for a deep clean that will leave your skin replenished. Follow with our Green Tea Antioxidant Face Mask to soothe your skin, with aloe vera and eucalyptus oil. Once your mask has been removed, apply our Brightening-C Serum to damp skin to allow the serum to penetrate fully and work overtime to even your complexion. Lastly, apply our Hydra Crème moisturizer before your beauty rest, as the blend of aloe vera and argan oil will soften and hydrate your skin for a natural glow in the morning.
For my Nolababes with oily skin — treat your skin to the Glycolic Foaming Cleanser to cleanse, and unclog pores, while you tone with our signature Witches Brew toner. This toner is well-blended with aloe vera, sage, and witch hazel, which will balance your skin pH, reduce shine and prevent breakouts. A facial mask for self-care Sunday is always a plus, so apply our Charcoal Clay Mask for a deep cleanse that will absorb excess sebum and remove impurities. Now while your skin may be oily, it’s important to moisturize, especially after a clay mask, so apply our Hyaluronic H20 Crème to replenish your skin. The vitamin C and pomegranate blend will leave your skin soft, supple and properly hydrated.
My NolaBabes with combination skin often have a broader selection of products, so I’m going to simplify things for you gals. Let’s start with our Clarifying Foaming Cleanser to cleanse, and dissolve excess oils in your skin and then immediately tone with our Lavendula Toner. This toner is a blend of lavender herbs, eucalyptus, and bamboo, all key ingredients to soothe skin and restore its balance. Our Glycolic Intensive Masque will offer exfoliation, and restore moisture while leaving behind baby soft skin! Finish your routine with our Glycolic Night Crème to nourish skin while you sleep, to wake up refreshed and glowing.
Glow on a budget now, and your skin will thank you later!
]]>Let's think of acne scars as the ex you can't seem to shake…ugh, we all have one of those. This is the ex you haven't spoken to in months — you've moved on, finally stopped checking their social media accounts and the moment you start to feel happy again, you get a random, "Hey" text (*soft sigh*). Your girlfriends told you to block this ex but you didn't listen and now look... see, that's acne scars. It's the moment you finally start to feel the texture of your skin change for the better, and your pimples start to go away, that you stop doing the work — that’s when acne scars and blemishes pop-up like, “WYD?” Not judging sis, I've been there — we're fam, so let's get rid of those acne scars and that ex-bae of yours as a sisterhood.
The first step to a clear complexion and a clear heart is to bring everything to the surface and scrub it away. Alexa, play "Reminder" by Jayla Darden while our NolaBabe grabs our Pumpkin & Vanilla Bean Face Exfoliant. Gently exfoliate your skin while listening to this chill vibe — take your time, follow the beat and let Jayla take you on a trip down memory lane. Not only are you getting your feelings out of here, but you're also removing that top layer of dry skin and leaving behind a soft glow. This facial scrub was created with organic brown sugar, tea tree oil, and aloe vera — using it twice a week is a perfect way to blur those blemishes until they are no more, much like your ex!
Follow up using your favorite Nolaskinsentials facial cleanser!
Next step, let's spot treat those acne scars — Alexa, play "SORRY" by Beyoncé, while our NolaBabe apply the Nolaskinsentials Brightening C Serum. This serum is going to reduce the appearance of discoloration, acne scarring and diminish hyperpigmentation. With 10% Vitamin C infused inside, you can leave your skin smooth and hydrated while it works to even your tone and treats those imperfections. Make sure to apply the serum over your face and target your trouble areas for an extra dose of glow! At this point, Beyoncé has left a note in the hallway, so that's your cue to Bey-strut to the next step…
Okay, so you've exfoliated your skin, and applied the brightening serum to your entire face while targeting your acne spots. Jayla gave you a reminder, Bey gave you the strength to say "Boy Bye" and now, you're about to reclaim your time. Alexa, play "F@%& with a Dime" by Feyi! While Feyi is blasting through your speakers, grab your Nolaskinsentials Iconic Elixir and get ready to beautify. This beauty oil is the perfect finishing touch to spot treat your acne scars and blemishes, while leaving your skin soft and supple. Blended with hemp seed oil, sunflower oil, and tea tree oil, this elixir will leave your skin hydrated and replenished. Apply this before bed (and right after you block the ex), to wake up with a healthy glow!
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]]>Let's have a girl chat about cleansing our skin properly. Having the right products, and using the right technique/tools has always been the focus for many, but one thing we all seem to overlook is how long we cleanse our skin. Think about it, how much time are you really spending on cleansing your skin daily? I'm always on the hunt for new ways to improve my skin, whether it's trying new products or switching up my routine. So, when I came across Nai Roberts-Smith aka the LaBeautyologist, on Twitter, I saw a host of RT's from women raving about a skincare tip she gave them. Per this amazing Esthetician, she stated that cleansing your skin for 60 seconds can and will change the health of your skin. She also challenged her followers to put down their cleansing apparatus and use only their fingers for a deep cleanse. Whhhhaaaaa? No cleansing brush? Wild, I know but I swear, *right hand on Beyoncé's entire discography*, it worked!
I didn't change my facial cleanser, I didn't use the hands of sweet angel babies, it was simply using an entire minute to cleanse my skin thoroughly. The act of using a full minute allows your cleanser to dissolve any sebum blockage in your skin, and with that, your texture and tone will improve. A simple 60 seconds will give you softer skin, reduce redness and with continuous use of this method, you will notice an overall improvement. So now, I challenge all my Nolababes to the #60SecondRule using your favorite Nolaskinsentials facial cleanser.
Acne-Prone skin? Try the #60SecondRule using our Hyaluronic Aloe Cleanser. It’s great for dry, dehydrated skin that suffers from acne, yet needs hydration. It’s a blend of coconut milk, mango butter, hyaluronic acid, and aloe vera. It’s ideal for treating and combatting your acne prone skin.
Thirsty skin? Try the #60SecondRule using The Real You Jelly Cleanser. Created to melt away oil, while still moisturizing your skin, makes this cleanser perfect for dry and sensitive skin. Blended with hyaluronic acid, green tea, and cucumber, this cleanser offers a soothing cleanse and leaves your skin hydrated.
Oily skin? Try the #60SecondRule using our foam cleansers! Let the Glycolic Cleansing Foam or Clarifying Cleansing Foam work its magic on your skin. Both were created to cleanse, exfoliate and eliminate acne-causing factors. These foams will work overtime to flush out any excess sebum and any clogged pores, to leave your skin cleansed and refreshed.
I understand, after a night out with your girls or bae, coming home with a beat face can take some time to cleanse, tone, and moisturize — but sis, we both know how important it is to maintain your skincare routine. Take that extra minute to be kind to your skin, Nolababe style.
**Nola Tip: Massage your favorite Nolaskinsentials Serum, into your gorgeous face for 60 seconds as well to allow your skin to drink in all the benefits.
]]>Your new fav superfood is going to be the oh so affordable BANANA! I feel like bananas are a superfood that many don't talk about, but it's packing more than just potassium — all the nutrients including Vitamin C and B6 will offer a youthful, radiant glow!
Beauty Restored
Two Frozen Bananas, 2 cups of Vanilla Almond Milk, ½ tsp of ground Turmeric, half of Ginger root, and a dash of Cinnamon
Restore your skin by drinking this creamy smoothie with a spicy kick. Create this beauty elixir whenever your skin looks stressed and feels dry. While the bananas will nourish and replenish your body, the turmeric and ginger will assist with the detox and cleanse. We're vegan-friendly of course, so almond milk to the rescue to balance out the smoothie with a dash of cinnamon for warmth. For an overload of beauty restoration, use our Restore Serum to exfoliate, clarify and restore balance to your skin. Apply our blend of aloe vera to treat your dry skin, while the hyaluronic and glycolic acid work together to restore your beauty.
Glow Rejuvenated
Two Frozen Bananas, 2 cups of Coconut water, handful of Granola, and honey
Rejuvenate your skin with a sweet, hydrating treat. This glow rejuvenator was created to nourish your skin whenever it shows signs of dullness. With this recipe, you can replenish yourself with a super hydrating smoothie, packed with ingredients your skin will love. The banana will rejuvenate your skin with vitamin C and B6, while the coconut water will provide a natural glow from hydration. Not enough? Oh! You're looking to rejuvenate, rejuvenate — got it, add our signature Rejuvenate Serum to boost your glow! This serum will give a youthful look from the hyaluronic acid and offer hydration with the blend of aloe vera and tea tree oil. Take a few sips and let this smoothie work its magic on the inside while our serum handles the rest!
Skin Revitalized
Two Bananas, Almond milk, Plain Vegan Yogurt, Flaxseeds, Cinnamon
Revitalizing your skin sounds like an expensive trip to an Esthetician, but I'm going to save you a cute coin and direct you to the products we have right at home. We already have the tea on bananas, almond milk is that girl, and vegan yogurt is a healthy addition to smooth out your smoothie. If you're wondering about flaxseeds, just know those little gems add moisture to your skin, minimizes fine lines and plays an important role in anti-aging. (I’m almost positive Angela Bassett keeps flaxseeds in her clutch bag) To help you maintain your refreshed look, Nolaskinsentials has a bonus treat of course. Apply our Revitalizing Serum with aloe vera, witch hazel and hyaluronic acid, twice a day to keep your skin healthy, glowing and yes, revitalized!
Drink Up NolaBabes!
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