Baby powders have contained talc for decades, but recent reports have led families to question its safety – but why? Read on to see what evidence we’ve found that encourages us to avoid talc in baby powder. This naturally-occurring mineral contains elements like magnesium, silicon and oxygen. Often used in cosmetic products, like baby powder, powder blush and other personal care items, talc’s prevalence in the marketplace is due to its ability to absorb moisture, cut down on friction and prevent caking and chafing. These benefits not only keep babies’ bottoms dry; it also works to dispel odor, making it...

 Women are looking for more natural ways to care for their skin these days. Preservatives, artificial dyes, and lengthy lists of incomprehensible chemicals can all be deterrents when you’re seeking natural skin care. That’s why we love turning to clay - it doesn’t get more natural than mud, after all. Read on to see why we recommend using clay to clear your skin. Oil and AcneFor women with oily skin, a clay mask applied twice a week can soak up all of the excess oil and leave the skin looking, and feeling, much healthier. In addition to deep-cleaning the pores and removing...

  Going to the beach can mean a mini vacation for the whole family, but that doesn’t mean your beach day needs to break the bank with fancy beach toys. With a little bit of creativity, you’ll find that your house probably already has items to make a beach day both fun and cheap. Read on for a list of 8 household items you can use for the beach. Fitted sheet: By using a fitted sheet and tucking items in each corner, you can keep your towel oasis sand-free. Check out how via this Buzzfeed Article (#2). Kitchen strainer: This handy kitchen tool isn’t...

 Packing snacks for the pool can be a challenge, especially when you don't want anything to spoil in the summer heat.  It can be particularly difficult if you want to maintain your skin quality along with your tan. Read on to see how to improve complexion with these poolside snacks. First, consider foods that can survive without refrigeration. Not only do you want to avoid getting sick after something spoils in the heat - some medical professionals believe that foods with dairy, like chocolate and dairy heavy dips, contain components that stimulate oil glands and set the stage for acne.What...

 Warmer weather is coming to most of us, and that means it's time to get the beach gear and barbeque equipment dusted off. Because usually warmer weather means longer times outdoors, it's also time to grab a fresh bottle of sunscreen – especially when you consider the fact that skin cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed types of cancer. With this in mind, we think that it’s high time we all focus a little more on preventative measures and why they matter. Read on to see sunscreen explained and why you should avoid sizzling this summer. Sunscreen ExplainedTopical sun...

When summer rolls around, a weekend getaway sounds like just the thing – but for some of us ladies, that means it’s time to figure out how to lighten our grab and go makeup bag. Now, at Real Purity, we’re all about simplifying. We use simple ingredients to create simple, non-irritating cosmetics that create simple, but bold, looks. Really, simple is pretty much our thing - and luckily for you, that simplification means that our cosmetics are both kind to skin and that most can be used more than one way.  Read on to see how we take that approach...

 Okay, okay. Maybe lemons really are awesome, and we’re being too harsh. If you do a little research, you’ll read that you can use lemon juice for brightening your hair and skin, getting in your daily dose of vitamin C and possibly even preventing pesky kidney stones. In addition to drinking or applying lemon juice, you can also use the fragrance of lemon to help you concentrate and the lemon peel to freshen your home, keep away pests and sanitize surfaces.Unfortunately, lemons aren’t always the perfect addition to your beauty routine. Like any other ingredient, natural or not, extensive (or...

 Being the picture of health has as much to do with what you put into your body as what you put on it. However, what many forget is that this applies not just to skin, but to your hair as well! Whether you’re looking for less breakage, better growth, or a more silky finish, you can’t go wrong with this list of natural foods for healthy hair. Guava- Guava is rich in vitamin C, which helps keep your hair from breaking. With more than four times the recommended amount of vitamin C, guava is a tasty way to strengthen your...

Whether you're scrambling for a last-minute gift or are already planning out a project for the kids, we have a list of ideas that you can rely on this time around that will show the man in your house just how much you care.Read below to see 6 of our favorite go to gifts for Fathers Day.

 As the weather heats up, sometimes kids need to complement their outdoor time with activities that can be done indoors. That’s why we’re talking about one of our favorite summertime indoor activities today: how to make a homemade bird feeder.First, you’ll need your supplies, including powdered sugar, water and a spoon to make icing, along with some birdseed, pinecones, and some string (if you have kids like ours, there will already be a bucket (or two or three!) full of pinecones in the yard).Next, spread newspaper on a table (or the floor) and lay out all your supplies. To make the icing,...