As the Editor in Chief of a Perfume Blog, you would think that the # 1 question I get when people meet me is about fragrance. Actually it's about my hair. Truth is I own more hair products than perfume and have been using natural haircare for over a decade. So when Charna Ethier of Providence Perfume Co. told me earlier this year about a natural beauty oil that had been in her family for over 100 years, I encouraged her to find the recipe and share it with the rest of us. As someone who adopted argan oil early on, I have grown skeptical of the clutter of argan oil products on the market that contain little or no argan oil at all. I said to Charna, " How much argan oil is in the Beauty Elixir". She replied, 60 percent Michelyn, that is nearly 5x the amount of what's out there".
Charna's great grandmother Madame Dumas pictured here at age 68, was a former model and possessed a confidence that was apparent to all. Those who met her quickly realized that Madame Dumas knew best. A first generation American, she embraced her French heritage while raising thirteen children and looked impeccable while doing so. During her day, Madame Dumas was famous for her flawless complexion and lustrous hair expertly coiffed in her signature chignon.
Madame Dumas, Charna Ethier's Arrière Grand-Mère
Charna explains, "My arrière grand-mère attributed her appearance to daily applications of her magic “beauty oil.” Ah, the beauty oil! A secret family formula passed down for generations. She prescribed her beauty oil for any and all cosmetic ailments. Hair looking dull? Beauty oil. Hands dry and chapped from dish washing? Beauty Oil. Despite pleading requests , Madame Dumas never revealed the formula for her handmade beauty elixir. After her passing, it was left to the seven daughters to reunite and piece the formula together, essence by essence.
Our Beauty Elixir Oil is based on this century old secret family formula for beautiful hair and nails. The fragrance is all our own, and 100% natural. We invite you to experience the healing power of organic essences blended with the intoxicating aroma of orange blossom, jasmine, camellia and neroli. Remember, when it comes to beauty, Madame Dumas knows best".
Ingredients: Organic Argan oil from Morocco, Orange Blossom (Robertet), Jasmine Grandiflorum, Neroli from Tunisia, Camelia oil from China, Coconut oil from Tahiti, Avocado oil from France, Neem oil from India.
2 oz / $44 for more info click here
Thanks to Charna Ethier one of our readers will have the chance to win four ml of this fabulous French beauty elixir, that also can be worn as a personal scent. Please leave a comment about why you want to win this. Draw ends November 2, 2013. USA ONLY
–Michelyn Camen ,Editor in Chief