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Joyce Noerr is a Soap Maker, Natural Perfumer and a member of the Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild and Natural Perfumers Guild. Sororia Organics Soap is hand crafted in Upstate New York. The name Sororia is taken from the name of the common Blue Violet, Viola Sororia. This plant symbolizes by its very nature, a gentle and simple refined beauty. It is the same qualities I strive for in my products.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Saturday, April 20, 2013
A PERFUMERS DELIGHT
A PERFUMERS DELIGHT
Lovely finds at a local antique shop
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| Sterling Silver & Cut Glass Cosmetic Jars |
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| A sterling silver compact with a porcelain rose on top |
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| This is my favorite, a cut glass & sterling silver perfume jar with wand! |
Thursday, March 14, 2013
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Sunday, March 10, 2013
Moringa Oil
an ancient miracle oil for a modern age
Moringa oil is among the most desired oils in the formulation of skin care products and cosmetics, chosen for its many antioxidants and documented skin-rejuvenating properties. These antioxidants do wonders for aging and nutrient-depleted skin.
With an impressive oleic acid content of 72%, Moringa oil penetrates deeply into the skin, delivering vital nutrients and also helping the skin and hair retain moisture. Moringa oil’s benefits include skin care and rejuvenation, stronger and healthier hair, wrinkle reduction and skin blemish removal. Moringa oil suppliers often have a tough time keeping up with the demand for this rare and luxurious oil.
Moringa oil is a non-drying nutty flavored oil with a clear or slightly pale yellow consistency. The healing properties have been documented for centuries, dating back to ancient cultures. It has been used in skin preparations and ointments since Egyptian times.
Health and Beauty
Moringa’s value has long since been known to the ancients. This may explain why the Egyptians placed vases of Moringa oil in their tombs, for use in the afterlife. It's potent antioxidant profile, which gives the oil its remarkable stability, is also the reason it’s included in some of the best skin moisturizers, anti-aging creams, and other skin health products around the world.
Moringa oil is a popular natural supplement to increase the health and strength of the hair and scalp. It can be massaged into the hair and scalp and allowed to remain there for several minutes, delivering rejuvenating vitamins and minerals to the follicles of the hair and tissue of the scalp. Regular massage with this oil can help reduce split ends and dandruff.
In similar fashion, Moringa oil–one of the most nutrient dense oils in the world–is a popular choice for many anti-aging and wrinkle reduction products. Although there are new and innovative scientific ways to reduce wrinkles and restore vitality to the skin, much of the secret to youthful skin simply lies in maintaining a healthy living environment for skin cells to live–and Moringa oil achieves this goal perfectly.
Much like wrinkles, acne is another skin condition that is well treated with a healthy environment for skin tissue. Indians have long since used Moringa oil as a means to treat acne, and now the West is discovering its uses as a natural combatant against face blemishes and skin problems.
Fragrances and Oil Blends
Another interesting application of Moringa oil is in the production of expensive and natural perfumes and fragrances. Many commercially produced perfumes are created with scents that are synthesized using chemicals. However, a portion of the perfume market still employs more traditional and natural production practices to create their perfumes, using a technique known as "enflourage". This procedure uses oils to capture the scents of natural plant materials, locking the scent molecules into the oil. Moringa oil’s high oleic level, combined with its enduring shelf life, make it a popular choice for traditional perfume production.
Extracted from the large seeds of the Moringa oleifera tree, Moringa oil is among the most exotic and highly sought out of all the world’s many oils. Many health and beauty experts consider Moringa oil the primary secret behind the healthy and radiant skin seen in Asia and Africa.
Information courtesy of https://www.moringasource.com
Friday, March 8, 2013
Sororia Botanical Perfumes
has just added 2 new lovely perfumes to it's natural perfume line. Check out the great review at Cafleurebon! You have until March 9th to leave a comment and enter the draw for a full size bottle of Dulcet Flora spray or Tamani Silky Roll On......
http://www.cafleurebon.com/
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Sororia Organics is proud to be voted one of the 40 top natural Beauty & Body Products of 2013 by Delicious Living!
Delicious Living Magazine recently named its 40 Best Natural Products (Beauty & Body)The handcrafted soaps are wrapped in quilt squares that can be creatively recycled. Their product labels are printed on handmade Lotka seeded paper, which is made in Nepal by rural craftspeople in an environmentally friendly process with 50% recycled content. The process is earth friendly and provides a large community with a healthy enterprise.www.sororiaorganics.com
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Sororia: My new seeded perfume boxes have finally arrived ...
Sororia:
My new seeded perfume boxes have finally arrived ...: My new seeded perfume boxes have finally arrived and are the perfect design for my Natural Botanical Perfumes. The planting instruction...
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Sororia: After returning from a relaxing weekend on Fir...
After returning from a relaxing weekend on Fire Island, NY, I cleaned and oiled these beautiful clam shells with Organic Jojoba oil, sorted according to size since some hold a full bar of Island Spa soap and some a guest bar or 1/2 bar. Will make unique gifts for ocean lovers at Christmas.........some of the shells look like swirled marble on the inside and the colors are gorgeous!
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Monday, August 6, 2012
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
The book is call Wrapagami The Art of Fabric Gift Wraps by Jennifer Playford, a very eco-friendly and creative use for fabric.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Sunday, May 13, 2012
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Japanese- style gift- wrapping, called tsutsumi, uses paper and cloth to create simple but elegant wrappings for gifts, presents and packages. Furoshiki refers to using a large piece of cloth for the wrapping. These techniques are perfect for birthdays, ho...
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
http://www.cafleurebon.com/new-fragrance-review-sororia-perfumes-the-maiden-returns-rites-of-spring-draw/
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The vernal (spring) equinox is a time of balance. The earth is halfway between the longest day and longest night of the year. It is neither too hot, nor too cold. The snow and ice have melted away. Shoots of tender green begin to poke through the soil. For centuries this day was celebrated by ancient folk with festivals rejoicing that winter had ended.
Many Thanks to John for a wonderful review!
Please visit the link above for a review of Sororia Botanical Perfumes and enter the Draw!
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
WWF - Agriculture - Palm Oil
The Palm Oil Controversy
Below is a copy of an email I received a few weeks ago that got me to thinking......I called my supplier from which I purchase organic "sustainable" palm oil and asked him for some details re: where it is processed etc. He was not able to give me any details but assured me he would email me the information. I am still waiting.
~ I am aware that your products contain palm oil. I understand, therefore, that it is likely that the oil contained in this product is palm oil. I am very concerned about the use of unsustainable palm oil as it contributes to the destruction of some of the world's most bio-diverse rainforest, the near extinction of numerous animal species, threatens livelihoods and significantly contributes to climate change. As palm oil is high in saturated fat, it also presents a significant health risk. The WHO recently found over-consumption of saturated fat is linked to chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancers, diabetes and obesity. Chronic diseases are the cause of approximately 59% of global deaths per year.Please help to take action on this. It is your responsibility as a corporate citizen. I would appreciate it if you could answer the following questions:
1. Which of your products contain palm oil?
2. How is it labelled?
3. Would you be prepared to label it as palm oil?
4. Are you in a position to verify the country of origin of this oil?
5. Are you able to verify whether the oil comes from sustainable sources, including providing details of the importer, wholesaler and plantations involved in your supply chain?
6. Can you be sure that these companies are not also involved in oil palm plantation expansion elsewhere?
7. Would you be prepared to look for an alternative oil which is less damaging to health and the environment?
8. Are you a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO)?Although your palm oil supplier may be a member of the RSPO, this in no way guarantees that the palm oil is being produced sustainably.
This needs to be demanded NOW. The situation for orangutans and our world's climate is URGENT. I and the orangutans would appreciate your help.
Sincerely,
Concerned citizens of the environment
This week I made a soap that is palm free (substituted soy oil without additives) but unfortunately not organic...yet. The soap is unscented (I didn't want to use essential oils if the formula didn't work) but still contains the wonderful organic coconut milk that I use in all my soaps. I just cut the bars and set them to cure. Looks pretty good I must say.......the real test will be how well it lathers :) I will let you know in 4 weeks!
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
The next full moon is Thursday, March 8th,2012, so I will begin my monthly product giveaway
with
Blue Moon Handcrafted Soap made with Organic Coconut Milk.
This soap is only made once a month on a full moon and contains 13 essential oils.
The very first time I made Blue Moon Soap just happened to be on a full moon. I was out in my studio picking out ingredients but not quite sure what I was looking for in this new soap. It was a warm summer night, the Moon was particularly bright & beautiful. You could feel the energy. I intuitively chose acai berry powder (I think I was drawn to the beautiful dark mauve color) and blueberry fruit powder as an exfoliant. I added 13 essential oils: Litsea, Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, Lime, Ginger, Rosewood, Lemongrass, Citronella, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Cinnamon and Neroli.
After I poured the soap into the mold and covered it, I lit some candles, turned out the lights, did a Reiki ceremony and behold Blue Moon became not only a monthly soap making tradition but one of my most popular soaps!
*Reiki ~ (Ray-Key) is an ancient healing art rediscovered in Japan in the 1800's by Dr. Mikao Usui. Reiki is a japanese word meaning Universal Life Energy, the ocean of energy which is all around us.
The blissful state reveals itself as a shining light, as a luminescence permeating the still field of the mind. There is a sense of light from an undefined "above," silence, a fullness of vitality, and deep rest.
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