Kajame

KAJAME is the name of a star, and like it, this brand symbolizes evasion and fantasy. It selects the best natural ingredients (argan oil, prickly-pear seed oil, aloe vera, apricot kernel oil, shea butter and mango butter), to offer an entire catalogue of products manufactured under dermatological control by a French laboratory.

It is also a brand that innovates with original designs, unique accessories, and comes in two different collections:

The 100% Natural range, to cater to the expectations of an era in quest of authenticity, filled with active ingredients derived from the wealth of plants from sunny regions and the ancestral traditions of various countries.

The Perfumed Range, which celebrates the olfactory essences of Africa and the East with their exotic and enchanting perfumes. Musk, a sensual and animal smell. Amber vanilla, a skilful blend of woody notes combined with the sweetness of vanilla. Verbena, fresh and slightly lemony. Green tea, with a light flowery fragrance. Rose sandalwood, spring-like and vivacious. Orange blossom, fruity and suave. Fruits of Morocco, intense and delicious.

Argan husk oil scrub, Huile Précieuse, with argan and apricot kernel oil, Crystal d’Argan, a perfumed scrub, to name a few, from the KAJAME range, evoking mystery and oriental charm with a most refined packaging.

The packaging lends real personality to the brand; its elegance attracts spas and institutes that are looking for an extraordinary universe worthy of the thousand and one nights. For the oriental range that is Argan based, the packaging is handmade by local artisans. This type of bottle, called tarboosh in the souks, has existed for decades.

The massage candles, emblematic novelty of the brand, are unique in their magnificent handmade ceramic containers. They are available in two ranges: Fruits of Morocco in the perfumed range in a metallic container, and in a small metal and petitgrain for the natural range in red.

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Hawaiian Body Products

Ola Hawaii is an authentic, island-made collection of bath and body products, including body crème lotions, body scrubs, lip balms, lotion mists, body butters, body washes, bath soaks, hair care and candles, among others in a variety of exhilarating fragrances. Centered on the Hawaiian concept of well-being, the Collection features an assortment of pure, fresh, organic and natural-based skincare treasures that use an assortment of fruits, flowers, herbs, essential oils and other natural ingredients – found only in the tropics. Ola Hawai’i products are eco-friendly, paraben-free and not tested on animals. The products combine natural and organic ingredients that have been used for thousands of years to detoxify, purify, rejuvenate and replenish the skin. They offer wide range of beautiful island products including face, bath and body products that will transport you to a tropical paradise and transform your mind, body, heart and spirit wherever you may be….

Here are the products I loved:

After Sun Healing Remedy: Made with hydrating and cooling organic Aloe Vera, healing and antioxidant-rich Noni juice and Tamanu oil, antioxidant-rich Green Tea and moisturizing Coconut water, the After Sun Healing Remedy serum instantly repairs and replenishes damaged, thirsty skin (it’s a must have). It also contains a blend of Hawaiian herbs and oils, known for their anti-inflammatory and therapeutic properties, making it the perfect relief and healing cure for too much sun.

Ola Coconut Lemongrass Pure Shampoo: Nourishing, moisturizing and strengthening with organic Hibiscus Flowers, Bamboo and Hawaiian Honey. A delicate, nourishing and strengthening fusion of a pure plant based formula. A balanced blend of sweet, seductive tropical coconut and tangy lemongrass.

Ola Coconut Lemongrass Pure Conditioner: Conditioning, softening and strengthening with Organic Hibiscus Flowers, Bamboo and Fresh Noni. A conditioning, softening and strengthening fusion of a pure plant based formula and it smells so sweet but light.

Kukui Candle in Passion Fruit Citrus: These natural coconut wax, Hawaiian beeswax and kukui nut oil candles transform the ambience of any room into a tropical escape. It smells so fruity and yummy.

Tropical Mist: Tropical mist is made with pure ionized water (exceptionally healthful and super hydrating), Infused with a natural scent blend and botanical extracts of Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Lemongrass and Passion Flower to help soften the skin. I loved the Paradise Plumeria Mist and it smells very exotic.

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Aftelier Perfumes

Aftelier is a collection of natural, artisan scents created by Mandy Aftel. She creates them by hand in small batches, the perfumes smell divine—deeper and more complex than most commercial scents, which are derived from synthetic ingredients and use alcohol as a carrier. She also makes solid perfumes and candles.

My favorites are:

Secret Garden: is all about rich sensual pleasure–rather defies olfactive family categorization, as there are many facets to its rich body. Let us perhaps call it a “fruity floriental with delicious near-gourmand hints and sensuous animalic qualities.

Poplar Buds Absolute: is fruity, floral and animalic in nature. When smelled neat it can be slightly off-putting due to the initial aroma of overripe stone fruits. If given time to breathe Poplar Buds Absolute reveals a rich olfactory impression and is an ingredient worthy of the perfumer’s palette.

Honeysuckle Absolute: offers an aromatic impression that is less complex than Poplar Bud Absolute, but it engages the senses by telling the kaleidoscopic story of all narcotic florals (Tuberose, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Magnolia, etc.) The character it reveals is one of a white floral vintage which evaporates in fits and starts before reaching a honeyed dry down that echoes the enigmatic scent of autumn outdoors.

Fig: A mix of fir absolute, jasmine sambac, and yuzu, duplicating the aroma of this sweet fruit to a tee. Speaking of “tea,” she makes that, too — of the perfumed variety, of course.

Cocao: A blend of jasmine, blood orange, and cocao from a Costa Rican plantation. Psst — Aftel distills the cocao herself.

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