Happy New Year - 2012 Blog Review
On the flip side I have enjoyed sharing my free from food discoveries. I don’t have the time to run a separate blog on this topic so I see it as a way to break up the beauty reviews and appeals to a wider audience. I am now heading into my 27th year since being diagnosed with allergies. 2012 has been the year I learn to make dairy & egg free cupcakes. It’s important to share that baking for allergies is not difficult.
Joining Twitter opened up many great opportunities not only for product reviews but for “meeting” natural beauties and free from foodies. I discovered many natural bloggers from around the world. Of course on the allergy side there is a group of dairy free ladies who brighten my day with chats about living with our allergies/intolerances – special thank you to @lovelactosefree, @N1C79 & @dairyfree.
Looking forward at 2013 there is not much I want to change about my blog. I want to keep introducing you to new brands and discover more from my favourite ones. 2012 has been a tough year financially for many so I have made a conscious effort to keep a balance between high end and budget product reviews. I will continue this into 2013. Even though my blog focuses on a natural and free from lifestyle I want it to appeal to everyone. I hope those who don’t have eczema or allergies will still try the products I recommend. If your New Year's resolution is to go organic and natural then here are some words of wisdom -
1. Take small steps, the easiest ingredients to eliminate are mineral oil/petroleum, SLS and parabens.
2. Remember natural products does not always mean high end prices. Shop around as handmade products can often be budget friendly.
3. Beware of Greenwashing. Just because a product contains natural plant extract it does not automatically mean it is free from synthetic ingredients.
4. Research your product ingredients and manufacturers. If a Company does not list ingredients on their website or respond to an email when you request this information, generally they have something to hide.
Thanks for sticking with my blog during 2012. I wish you and your family a healthy, prosperous and happy new year!
Sarah x
Sarah x