The No Poo Method? How does it work?

What is the No Poo method? No Poo meaning No ShamPOO. So how does it work to wash your hair without shampoo? You might wonder....

I have been using the No poo method for more than a year now and my hair is shiny, healthy and manageable. The reasons why i picked this method for my hair because i want to avoid the toxicity of conventional shampoos. Do you know that most of the store-brought shampoos contain alcohol, silicone, toxic ingredients and some might be carcinogenic. That alcohol dries out your hair, causing you to produce more oils. Which is why you have to wash your hair more often. Which is why your hair will get very greasy while you transition. No poo does not dry out your hair.

Basically, washing your hair without any shampoo can call "No poo method". Most people practice this method by using handmade shampoo bar (All-natural ingredients), Baking soda, and clay...etc.

For now, i only use Shampoo bar to wash my hair which i make it my own. When i wash my hair , i use the shampoo bar work from the end of my hair towards the scalp. The bar leathers so well and i massage my scalp for 2-3 minutes before rinsing it. If my hair is greasy, i wash it twice. After i'm done with shampooing. I mix a small amount of  AVC (Apple cider vinegar) with about a cup of water to rinse through the hair (work like a conditioner). ACV detangles the hair follicles, seals the cuticle and balances the hair's pH levels. Don't worry about your hair will smell vinegary, I DIY hair oil with some lavender and tea tree essential oil and i use it daily.  (I will post a DIY Argan hair oil recipe soon). You will have to remember, there will be an adjustment period which can last a few weeks to a few months. (i gave up the no-poo method about a few weeks until i found a suitable shampoo bar.) Your hair will be reacting to the surplus in oils, due to the lack of shampoo (which are full of alcohol and toxic ingredients.)  Play around you will find the best method (either Shampoo bar, Baking soda or Clay) for your hair. 

Have you tried the no-poo method? Please let me know how it all works out for you. 

Kiki x 

NEW !!! Natural Bar Soaps on Qi Qi Naturals' Etsy Store

Hi All,


I hope all of you are doing well ! It's Columbus Day, so some of you are perhaps having an extra day off ! How great!!! Happy Shopping for those who are getting discount stuff!!
First, I apologize for being absent for a while. Really really sorry from the bottom of my heart.
Now it's time to reveal the good news: Qi Qi Naturals now has bar soaps !!!
OMG! Yes, This is so exciting ! There are 4 kinds of them that gotten the names from its scents.

1. Peppermint and Mocha
2. Grapefruit and Calendula
3. Green tea and Silk
4. All-in-One (Body, Hair, Shaving)


Here some pictures I copied from Qi Qi Naturals' Etsy page:
and the link is https://www.etsy.com/listing/204025127/all-natural-handmade-body-soap-4?ref=shop_home_active_7

This the packaging. It is a nice vintage looking packaging, simple yet elegant and informative.

Can't wait to try? If you guys are interested in getting those and if you don't have an Etsy account yet, Kiki provides you a link that gives you a $5 gift card for FIRST ORDER ON ETSY ONLY.
https://www.etsy.com/invites/buy/?iid=ITFL5wA8XJmalFmb66b-xasrxVde2Upnp885u4sxU0w.

Have any of you tried this or does any of you want to try this or have some comments? We'd like to know what your opinions are. Thank you!

Enjoy your day !!! Adios !!!


-dora-

Today's Pick: All Natural Mascara

- with Australian Black Clay

Hi All!

Today's Pick by Qi Qi Naturals is All Natural Mascara. Derived its color from Australian Black Clay and Australian Red Reef Clay, this mascara provides a nice dark brown color on your lashes. It doesn't clump and cause irritation while giving a bold look for your eyes. If you have sensitive eyes (especially from chemical ingredients) then this mascara would be a must-have item for your vanity. Why not? It is made of natural ingredients and the color looks very natural. It's a win-win solution!


Here's the link from the Qi Qi Naturals' Etsy store:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/199989337/all-natural-mascara-with-australian?ref=shop_home_active_6


All Natural Mascara

Because your lashes makes your eyes more beautiful; makes your eyes look more bright and lively; therefore, you need to be as close as All Natural Mascara by Qi Qi Naturals. Currently, featured in Dark Brown which darker on lashes than showed on pictures. It is dark so your lashes will look bold and longer, only with NO clumps. The color is derived from natural clays as I never use chemical colorants. This mascara is not waterproof but it stays on all day and doesn't flake off.
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Key Ingredients:

***Vegetable Glycerin***
It is believed to be skin-identical meaning that easily absorbed and prevents dryness. As for lashes, it softens but prevents them from breakage. It is also known as natural hair growth treatment.

***Australian Red Reef Clay***
It’s high iron content and essential minerals help to replenish and regenerate the epidermis of the skin to create soft and healthy glowing skin. The rich color from the Australian Reef Red Clay can also be used in organic hair coloring, giving a natural red color that is impermanent.

***Australian Black Clay***
It contains great iron and oxygen properties. It is a non-toxic mineral with cleansing and conditioning agents, which make it particularly for nourishing the skin.
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In a 8ml Mascara tube.

To use: Apply 1 coat for a natural look or use eye lash curler and 2 coats for dramatic eyes! This mascara can be taken off by warm water or any face cleanser.

Ingredients: Purified Oregon Rainwater, Australian Black Clay, Red Reef Clay, Guar Gum, Vegetable Glycerin & Optiphen Plus (Paraben-Free preservative)

For International customers, please contact me for the shipping fee!

Shelf life is 6-9 months
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Today's Pick: Pink Clay Blush & Rosy Clay Blush

- All natural blush made with clay & minerals

Hi All!

Today's Pick by Qi Qi Naturals is Pink Clay Blush and Rosy Clay Blush. The blush are made with all natural clay and minerals. Both colors are infused with jojoba oil which is rich in Vitamin E and promotes radiant looking for the skin.
The color is derived from natural clay either Australian Pink Clay or Australian Red Reef Clay. The blush are very pigmented, so a little goes a long way.
Available on Etsy for $6.

The look on my face: (my skin tone is light to medium). I am wearing Qi Qi Naturals' Pink Clay Blush, Bronzer, Coral Lipstick and Clay Eyeliner.

Xoxo, Dora.

Here's the link :

https://www.etsy.com/listing/187666981/pink-clay-blush-rosy-clay-blush-all?ref=shop_home_active_5

The product's description as from Etsy:

Pink Clay Blush & Rosy Clay Blush

Get yourself a natural-looking color with Pink Clay Blush/ Rosy Clay Blush that enhances your beauty by providing healthy youthful look on your cheeks. 

Our Clay Blushes contains Australian Pink Clay/Australian Red Reef Clay, Organic Jojoba Oil and Mineral powders that have antioxidant benefits for protecting the skin from free radicals. 

Pink or Rosy color, please choose the color you like! 

Direction: Apply on cheek using a blush until desired color popped. A little goes a long way!

*****Pink Clay Blush*****
Color: Coral with a slightly copper shimmer. It is bright and vivid! Ingredients: Australian pink clay, *Jojoba oil, Micas, Titanium dioxide, Sericite mica & Magnesium stearate (*Organic)

*****Rosy Clay Blush*****
Color: Matte Rosy color. It has slightly cool undertone. Great for night look! Ingredients: Zinc oxide, Sericite mica, Silk powder, Magnesium stearate, Australian Red Reef Clay, *Jojoba oil, Vitamin E oil, Mica (*Organic)

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Key Ingredients:(*Organic)

Australian Pink Clay is perfect for balancing the most stressed and sensitive of skins, it’s hydrating properties help to refine delicate lines, moisturize, and improve the overall texture of the skin.

Australian Red Reef Rich in essential minerals, and with a high iron content, Australian Red Reef Clay helps to replenish your skin, creating a soft and healthy glow.

*Jojoba OilOrganic Jojoba oil golden closely resembles the sebum of the skin, and is rich in vitamin E. This oil promotes a glowing complexion. 
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In a 10g plastic jar with a sifter (pre-sealed with a clear label) 

Larger size is available on request.

Please choose the color you like!

Today's Pick: Coral Lipstick

- With Organic Raw Shea Butter and Cocoa Butter

Hi All!

Today's Pick by Qi Qi Naturals is Coral Lipstick, a beautiful coral color lipstick infused with raw Shea butter and Cocoa butter, meaning the lipstick makes lips feel soft and moist along with its benefit of antioxidant and Vitamin A. However, the most important is that it's made of all natural ingredients so that if you accidentally eat it when you eat/drink, there is no chemical ingredients that go into your digest system.
The color is derived from natural clay and is very pigmented, so a little goes a long way.
Available on Etsy for $6.

The look on my lips: (my skin tone is light to medium). I applied less than one swatch, using my ring finger to distribute the whole lips area.

Here's the link :

https://www.etsy.com/listing/189878780/coral-lipstick-with-organic-raw-shea?ref=shop_home_active_8

The product's description as from Etsy:

Coral Lipstick

Mineral Lipstick in pretty Coral colour. Zero worriness to harsh chemical ingredients.
Benefits: Vitamin A and C, antioxidants, rehydrating and soften dry lips. 

For limited time only, I am offering shipping and handling fee at $1 for all lip products.
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Ingredients: (*Organic)
*Beeswax
Beeswax contains vitamin A and helps rehydrating dry and rough skin. 

*Shea butter
Well-known to assist cutaneous dryness. It soothes our skin by re-oxygenation. It contains vitamin A.

*Cocoa butter
Known as moisturizer and skin softener. It helps repairing damaged skin and as scar treatment. It contains antioxidants to protect our skin. 

Peppermint essential oil
Contains Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamins A and C. It nourishes dull skin.

Other Ingredients: Avocado Oil, Magnesium Stearate, Titanium dioxide & Mica
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Store in a cool, dark, dry place. Don't put it in a car, it melts under the sun. 

Each tube is .15 oz

Today's Pick: Cleansing Grains

- 100% Natural Soap Free Face Wash

Hi All!

Today's Pick by Qi Qi Naturals is Cleansing Grains, an all natural soap-free facial cleanser which contains organic herbs, oats, almond meal, clays. It cleans thoroughly the pores, removes toxins, dead skin cells like any other scrubs but BETTER because it has Bentonite clay and Green French clay which known to deep cleanse and fight skin problems (eczema, acne) while rejuvenating skin, Almond meal that refreshes skin, Oats which moisturizes and softens the skin, Lavender powder which known for its soothing formula, Rose and Kelp powder. A 100% natural works best!

A lady that has tried a sample says "it's so great, and I even used it as facial mask because it has clay and lavender powder, I LOVE IT. My skin feels smooth. Thank you for letting me know about this brand!"


Available in 2oz and 4oz.

Here's the link for sample size:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/187634978/cleansing-grains-100-natural-soap-free?ref=shop_home_active_18

The product's description as from Etsy:

Cleansing Grains

This cleanser is formulated with 100% natural ingredients. Cleansing Grains’ combination of Clay, Oats, Almond Meal and organic herbs clean thoroughly, removes dead cells while also tightens the skin and unclogs pores, leaving the skin feel fresh, clean and soft.

Instruction: Combine 1-2 tsp. of cleansing grains with water and make into a paste. Massage onto the face and rinse off with warm water. If using as a face mask, leave on 15-20 minutes before rinsing off.
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Key Ingredients:
(*Organic)

Green French Clay
It draws toxins and impurities out of the skin. It is a miraculous product for oily problem skin because it has a purifying, deep cleansing and drying action.

Bentonite Clay
It is well-known for fighting acne, eczema, psoriasis, wound and rejuvenating skin.

*Oats
Oatmeal Powder provides natural remedies for skin, works as moisturizers, protects the skin from impurities and makes the skin feel soft, smooth, healthy and radiant.

*Almond Meal
Almond Meal removes dead cells and fights acne and dryness, makes face look younger, fresh, radiant and supple.

*Lavender Powder
It is believed to be able to soothe irritated skin, often used in facial mask formulas to provide fragrant relaxation and soothing of skin.

*Rose Powder
It could cure skin infections, inflammation, swelling and prickly heat because it rejuvenates and tones the skin and leaves the skin soft, smooth and glowing.

*Kelp Powder
It rejuvenates, nourishes, moisturizes, revitalizes and firms the skin while removes surface impurities and toxins.
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Store in a cool, dark and dry place.

In a 2 oz amber glass bottle or in a 4 oz reusable Tin. Please choose what size you need!

Ingredients: Green French Clay, Bentonite Clay, *Oats, *Almond meal, *Lavender Powder, *Rose Powder & *Kelp Powder
(*Organic)

Today's Pick: Rose Face Cream

- Handcrafted Organic face moisturizer with pure Rose Essential Oil

Hi All!

Today's Pick by Qi Qi Naturals is Rose Face Cream, a face moisturizer that has pure Rose Essential oil as key ingredient.
The moisturizer is a hit and one of the best sellers because of its soft texture and lovely rose scent which comes from natural source, Rose E.O. This face moisturizer will spoil your facial skin, help reducing fine lines and wrinkles, even skin tone and leave the skin youthful.
Available in sample size (5 gram) and full size (1 oz).
Here's the link for sample size:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/186985681/rose-face-cream-handcrafted-organic-face?ref=sr_gallery_22&ga_ref=search_shop_redirect&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

The product's description as from Etsy:

Rose Face Cream

It instantly goes to work with potent Rose Hydrosol, Rosehip seed oil, Olive squalane and Rose essential oil repairing cellular damage and helping diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, fade hyper-pigmentation for even skin tone, and improve overall texture for a visibly lifted, firmer, more youthful complexion.

It smells so wonderful and my customers come back for this cream!
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Direction: Daily. Apply to clean face and neck.

Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

in a 1 oz frosted glass cream jar. It will last for at least 5-6 months.
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Key Ingredients:
(*Organic)

*Rose Hydrosol
has been used for millennium for skin care, emotional & spiritual healing, even religious ceremonies. Historically, it was also offered as a courtesy for guests due to its multi-useful nature. It is great for all types of skin including acne prone, dry, oily and sensitive because rose controls and balances sebum production. It also has anti-bacterial, astringent, purifying, and cicatrisant properties, making it helpful for healing a wide variety of skin conditions.

Olive Squalane:
is so fine that absorbs deep into the skin-leaving no oily film-with amazing quickness. This smooth, deep penetration assists in the acceleration of new cell growth. It also helps to discourage the growth of bacteria that can block normal cell development.

Rose essential oil:
Containing a complex array of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, rose essential oil has excellent emollient properties for moisturizing dry skin; it also offers antiseptic and astringent properties to treat acneic skin, as well as anti-inflammatory properties that help treat redness and inflammation.

Ingredients: *Purified Water *Rose hydrosol, Vegetable glycerin, Emulsifying Wax, *Kukui nut oil, *Rosehip seed oil, Meadowfoam seed oil, Olive squalane, Vitamin E, Bulgarian Rose essential oil and Leucidal SF (a natural preservative) (*Organic)