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5 Reasons to Make the Switch to Mineral Makeup


Mineral Makeup has been on the rise in popularity for some time now. But, how important is it really? Is it worth a total overhaul of your makeup bag? We're unveiling the not-so-hidden benefits of choosing minerals and their role in your beauty routine to help you make the switch!

1. Your makeup should be an extension of your skincare.

Here at Osmosis, we believe that true radiance shouldn't stop with your skincare products. Enhancing your authentic beauty goes as far as lifestyle choices, supplements to boost internal balance and health, and even the makeup you wear every day! Mineral makeup supports your skincare efforts by sitting on the skin without settling into pores or fine lines which makes it excellent for the acneic, sensitive, and rosacea skin types that could otherwise have a reaction or breakout to other makeup. It also delivers a seamless, "air-brushed" finish while promoting healthy, nourished skin.

2. Ingredients that work as hard as you do.

Minerals are sourced from the earth and are free of harmful, man-made chemicals that can cause irritation. Instead, they feature powerful natural ingredients that work to nourish, soothe, and protect all while delivering flawless coverage and richly pigmented shades. Look for ingredients such as zinc oxide, mica, jojoba seed oil, and green tea leaf extract on the label of your favorite mineral makeup products!

3. Cruelty-free is the way to be.

Mineral makeup is often cruelty-free which is an added bonus! Osmosis is proud to offer cruelty-free makeup options so you can feel good about the products you're putting on your skin. We take every chance we can to support the movement of protecting animals from harm in the beauty industry and now you can too!

4. Outlasting Performance.

Aside from all of the incredible benefits of skin-nourishing ingredients that minerals boast, the quality of the makeup itself is unmatched. The minerals promote such a smooth, seamless complexion that will last all day, while the finely milled minerals deliver richly pigmented shades to add that extra pop of pretty to your makeup look!
PRO TIP: Moisture is a mineral's best friend. To further enhance the performance of your makeup, spritz with Mineral Hydration Mist and watch as the makeup appears one with the skin.

5. Going Green!

Mineral Makeup is an eco-friendly alternative to most drugstore cosmetics. Because of the naturally sourced ingredients, you can actually minimize your carbon footprint by using minerals. Now that's a win-win in our book!


Upgrade your beauty bag and make the switch to mineral makeup from Foundations, to Shadows, and everywhere in between! Then enhance your daily beauty routine with these self-care tips.

Wine & Beauty: What You Really Need to Know About Your Night Cap


Calling all night-cappers and Wine-Wednesday extraordinaires! We hear buzz on the internet all the time about how a glass of wine can offer the same benefits as going to the gym. Or that, lucky for us, red wine has tremendous health benefits for our brains and hearts. And we all know that nothing feels better after a long day than a salt bath paired with a big glass, so it's got to be good for stress, right? Well, we're cracking the code and busting myths about our vino habits. Will a glass a day really keep the doctor away? And what does it do for our beauty routine? Let's find out!

Red Wine & Your Skin

The Good News: Red wine contains high levels of antioxidants, including flavonoids (ingredients found in our Moisturizing Collection), which can help restore collagen and elastin while protecting against cell damage. It has also been found to provide acne-clearing benefits when applied topically with a cotton ball or spray bottle because of its anti-inflammatory properties, giving you a smooth complexion and alluring glow!

What you need to know: While wine does contain ingredients that are beneficial to the skin, it also contains natural sugars from the grape which, when consumed in excess, can have adverse effects on the skin resulting in a purging of toxins in the form of acne or rosacea. Moderation is key!

Red Wine & Your Weight

The Good News: The resveratrol in red wine does contain heart-healthy aspects that can reduce "bad cholesterol" while increasing the "good cholesterol" to help maintain healthy fat cells while lowering the risk of blood clots.

What you need to know: There was an article released recently revealing that "a glass of red wine is the equivalent to an hour at the gym", and if this seemed just a little too good to be true, that's because it was. Unfortunately, this is not true. The amount of resveratrol in wine is not nearly enough to deliver noticeable benefits. If you're looking for a boost of this "fat-burning" compound, reach for a handful of blueberries, grapes, or strawberries instead.

Red Wine & Your Health

The Good News: The health benefits of red wine typically outweigh most other alcoholic beverages such as beer, liquor, or even white wine. It does contain heart-healthy components from the polyphenols that reduce inflammation and protect your cardiovascular system. It can encourage a healthy blood pressure and even promote brain health to a certain degree. And, as well all know, it can significantly reduce stress levels.

What you need to know: All of the health benefits that wine offers, can easily be counteracted when consumed in excess (aka, more than a glass or two). Too much of it can harm the liver and increase blood pressure, as well as increase risk of various cancers and diabetes. Enjoy your glass and then call it good.


The bottom line? Yes, your bath time companion does contain health benefits, but only when consumed in moderation. Raise a (single) glass to those antioxidants, then cork your bottle until the next night. Check out more ways to promote beauty from within with these foods!



Spring into Beauty with these Must-Haves!


Spring is right around the corner! And as the flowers bloom and the weather starts to warm, it is the perfect time to spruce-up your beauty routine. We're sharing our favorite spring must-haves to brighten your skin and makeup with the changing of the season!

1. Treat Those Eyes.

Spring usually means allergies, and allergies bring puffy, itchy, red eyes. Keep Refresh Eye Serum on deck for the next few months to reduce puffiness and keep eyes moisturized and refreshed!
PRO TIP: Run your finger under cold water, then apply. The coldness will help calm any swelling.

2. Pop of Peony.

As we transition out of winter, our skin is always a little paler than it is in the warmer months. Add some warmth and color to your face with a splash of Blush! We love Peony in the spring time!

3. Get to Spritzing.

Nothing is more refreshing than a spritzer in the spring, so why not deliver the same "ahh!" moment to your skin! Our Mineral Hydration Mist goes everywhere we go in the spring and summer. It's cooling splash of hydration helps set makeup for all-day wear, plus it wakes up your face for a rejuvenated glow!

4. Aloe-ha spring radiance!

Find A Skincare Professional near you for a facial that will put a pep in your step this spring and shake off those winter dryness blues. Our Soothing Gel Mask is formulated with aloe and herbs to calm any redness or irritation from cold, dry weather and deliver a spring-ready brightness to your complexion!

5. Gloss Game Strong.

Nothing makes you feel more put-together than a good Lip Gloss and Lilac is our favorite spring shade. We call it subtle with a shimmy! Plus, it's formulated with nourishing vitamins and minerals that will not only make your lips look on-point, but will have them feeling just as fab!


Shop these spring essentials and more here!




The Importance of Sleep in Your Beauty Routine


We know we're supposed to get our beauty sleep every night. But we all live such busy lives and when we have to juggle sleep, a social life, a full-time job, and trying to balance a healthy, active lifestyle somewhere in there, more times than not it's our Zs that get the boot. In fact, the CDC proved that over a third of American's don't get adequate sleep for their health. How important is sleep, though? And how much is "enough"? We're diving into all things sleep-related and how it affects our health both physically and mentally.


Sleep is Vital.


Just as we need oxygen, food, and water, sleep is equally as crucial to our health and survival. The difference is, we would never claim to be "too busy" to breathe or drink water when we're thirsty. So, why is it that we take pride in being too busy to sleep as a status symbol when it is just as detrimental to our bodies as skipping meals or holding our breath? Society has created a very serious problem by demanding so much work, play, and general time-spent doing from us as humans, creating a stigma that "sleep is for the weak". More like sleep creates the weak. We are experiencing an awakening in this health and wellness movement and slowing realizing the impact of this mindset on our bodies and brains. It is our job to turn this around and encourage restfulness, not a busy schedule.

What happens when we don't get enough sleep?


From your immune system function to your appetite, to your heart, hormone, and mental health, the amount of rest your body gets has a direct impact. While you are sleeping, your body is able to perform a self-evaluation and ensure all systems get the restoration needed. During this time, it resets and restores muscles and cells, heals and repairs areas of the body that are in need, and "cleans house" by clearing away toxins (both physically and mentally) that may otherwise cause problems in the body's optimal function. Skipping out on this nightly reboot could be detrimental to your well-being and start to interfere with your body's ability to fight off illnesses, increase risk of more serious diseases, induce chronic brain fog, and promote weight gain and compromised skin. This is just to name a few!

How to prioritize rest.


- Turn off your smartphone (or put it away) one hour before you go to bed giving your brain time to relax and shut down for the day. Try a caffeine-free herbal tea and reading a book in bed to slow your brain waves and energy level.

- Create a sleep sanctuary out of your bedroom. This means putting a little extra effort into this room in your house. Try adding elements like plush, cozy bedding, essential oils, and plants!

- Eat dinner earlier. Eating a big, heavy dinner right before bed puts enormous strain on your digestive system, putting it to work when your whole body is trying to rest. This takes away from restful sleep and restoration because your energy is now focusing on digestion instead of healing and repair.

- Try incorporating pre-bedtime yoga stretches into your nighttime routine to help wind-down the mind and body. This will help promote a deep, restful sleep all night long to get the most out of your shut-eye!




Help change the mindset of sleep, starting with YOU! Shop for holistic solutions to assist your body's ability to achieve the most adequate sleep possible.





Mothers Day: Gift Guide!




Mothers deserve an Oscar, or a Nobel Peace Prize, or an entire planet named in their honor! We at Osmosis LOVE our mama's to the moon and back (heck, some of us even work with our mothers right here in our corporate office)! I know (breaking the third wall) that my own mother is not only my best friend, but she is my emotional anchor, sounding board, cheerleader, and even let's me know when I am in the wrong. Overall, she's pretty darn perfect if you ask me! That's why we have put together some great gift ideas to bestow upon your mother in honor of Mother's Day.


1. Silhouette prints of your profile! We love custom printables and these are no different. Give your mother the gift of a unique, trendy silhouette. We love Lemonade Design Studio on Etsy.  All you need to do is send a profile image of your pretty lil' face, choose the style your mom would most love and harass your mail carrier until it arrives!



2. Words of Intent: These bracelets are so perfect for the down-to-earth, inspirational mama! Choose a word that you most associate with your mother, pick the bracelet and click order. She will be able to wear the way you see her everyday. That is a gift any mother will appreciate and take to heart.







3. Glam Mama: If your mother is a glam gal, she will love our Red Lip Kit. This kit is perfect for the mother who never leaves home without her lipstick. Equipped with our BRAND NEW Lip Brush, Sangria Lip Pencil, Sassy Lipstick, Lust Lip Glaze and our ever-so-popular Translucent Finishing Powder, this kit is all she needs to feel and stay glamorous!




4. DIY: Do It Yourself projects are becoming quite trendy and make for great thoughtful gifts for mom. Check out Good House Keeping's top 33 DIY projects for the perfect Mother's Day Gifts... How cute are those Tea Cup Candles??




5. Mama's Wellness Bundle: We love a good kit, bundle, or box filled with goodies and our mothers are no different. It's important to let your mother know how important she is to you, AND how important her health and longevity is to you (and her)! Put together a box full of her favorite scents or essential oils, Mini Harmonized Water Kit, a beautiful candle, and a soothing body scrub or bath soak. Maybe even throw in a bottle of her favorite wine or tea. Let her know that her well-being is just as important to you as yours is to her.

It should be pretty obvious by now that we love our mamas! This Mother's Day, gift her with all the love, caring, support and energy she deserves. Show some love for these incredible life-giving ladies!

Learn where to shop for mom here.


Spring Beauty Hacks!




With the changing of the seasons comes the need to perk up your beauty routine. We love a good hack and this season we've got all you need to put a spring in your step and get glowing.

Hack 1 - Blush: We love using Nude Bliss Blush as a shimmery nude eye shadow. This dusty shimmer with a hint of rose tone is perfect for a springy swipe of color. Simply apply this shade to your lids (from lash line to crease), add a thin line of black Liquid Eye Definer and a coat of Mascara for the perfect nude spring look.






Hack 2 - Get dewey, soft skin with your coverage! Immerse and Pressed Base. Apply Immerse to your skin, while it is still tacky, use our Base Brush to apply your pressed base for a dewy finish with medium coverage. We love mixing our foundation up each season to accommodate our skin as it changes with the weather and this combo is the tops for healthy looking skin.





Hack 3 -  Treat your winter scalp with some spring loving. Combine 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and two pumps of Replenish for the perfect antioxidant scalp treatment. Heat your coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl for 12-15 seconds, then mix Replenish in with the melted oil. Apply to your scalp and massage. Wrap your hair in a soft t-shirt and hit the pillow. Wash your hair in the morning and enjoy a healthy, flake-free, happy scalp.





Hack 4 - Anti-Highlighter. Unless you are completely unplugged, you know that highlighting has become its own entity equipped with a healthy amount of followers. We love a good highlight just as much as the next gal, but we also love a more subtle glow sometimes. That's where our Age Defying Treatment Concealer comes in. Use the balm to add a pretty, soft focused highlight look to your cheeks, brow bone, cupid's bow, and chin.





Hack 5 - Soothe irritated winter skin. Now that winter is long gone, it's time to take a look at treating your legs. We know that the cold months leave us feeling little to no pressure to shave our legs... we also know that once spring is here and we do shave, we are left with a little razor burn and extra dry legs! We love using Repair as a leg mask post-shaving. This helps lessens those post shave bumps. Simply apply a thin layer of Repair to damp legs and let it rest for 15 minutes. Then rinse and follow with a gentle toxin-free moisturizer.


Now that you have our favorite spring hacks, learn where to shop for them here for a refreshed spring beauty routine.


8 Ways to Winterize your Beauty Routine




"Winter is coming!" Actually, winter is already here (but we'll use a GOT reference every chance we get). With the changing of the seasons, it is important to adjust your beauty, wellness, and skincare routine. Colder weather brings on a flurry of skincare concerns that are easy to combat with the right tools. Winter is also be a great time to pay mind to your emotional and mental health too, gloomy days and longer nights can make for a total a change in mood and behavior. Lucky for you, we've got you covered with 8 easy swaps to add into your daily routine to boost your winter health inside and out.

1. Add moisture! Immerse is one of our favorite products to use in conjunction with Quench or Quench Plus. Adding just half a pump of Immerse to your daily/nightly moisturizer will give your skin a huge boost of hydration and moisture. The emu oil is your winter skin superhero, which also makes for a great hair treatment as well.

2. Gently exfoliate. Adding in a treatment that safely sweeps away dead skin build up will keep your winter skin from flaking, and keep it in tip-top health. We love using our Polish mask once a week to gently exfoliate with the use of enzymes. We don't suggest using a harsh scrub as it can compromise the surface and health of the skin, that's why we love this cranberry enzyme mask which gives us a fresh, hydrated complexion.

3. Slather with Refresh PM. This thick, balmy eye treatment will keep your sensitive eye area flake free. It also makes for an incredible lip and cuticle treatment. Load your lips, cuticles, and gently pat a bit around your eye orbital for a deep, moisturizing treatment.







4. Keep your spirit up! Seasonal depression tends to rear it's ugly head this time of year and we want you to know that you are not alone. We are so grateful that we have Body Talk Harmonized Water and Elevate to keep your mental health in shape for the long winter months. Body Talk neutralizes emotional effects on the body and Elevate will pump you full of B Vitamins giving you higher energy (without harmful stimulants), which will help keep your brain happy and healthy.

5. Up your water intake. Yep, it's that easy to calm inflammation inside and out. Increasing your water intake during these long, cold months will help keep your body functioning. It is important to flush out those toxins we tend to take in during the holiday season so our skin can stay healthy. Water is your perfect detoxing supplement!

6. Switch foundations. During the hot months, powder foundations tend to be the bee's knees. But once winter hits, it is smart to try switching your formula. Our CC Cream delivers coverage, protection, and more moisture than its powder sister, making it the perfect swap for winter.

7. Get your Clear on! Many of us at Osmosis have multiple bottles of Clear or Clear Plus in multiple places. From our purse or car to our desk drawer, we love using this refreshing spray to revive tired mid-day skin. Clear and Clear Plus will give your complexion a nice re-up of hydration. Use it during the day to help your skin combat dryness.

8. Use a sleep pack. For those with extra dry, extra sensitive skin, use our Hydralift Mask as a sleep pack. Pat a small amount all over your face, then hit the pillow. Once a week give your skin a treat with this overnight, hydration hack.

Learn where to shop for winter here.

Osmosis ABC's: G - Goji Berries


Is there anything better than knowing you can use delicious fruits, not only to eat, BUT to treat your skin? Here at Osmosis we are simply obsessed with utilizing the wonderful benefits of fruit. Fruits boast healthy doses of antioxidants, enzymes, and vitamins that are just as good in your body as they are when used topically. This month for our Osmosis ABC's we are taking an in-depth look at the incredible benefits of Goji Berries. These tart, subtly sweet little gems are a powerful skincare ingredient that we love taking advantage of.  Let's dive in and see why Goji Berries are a vital skincare ingredient!

Now you understand why we love this powerful fruit. We love using this ingredient in our Colour Line, making it not only a fun makeup line, but one that treats the skin as well. Let's take a look at what products you can use to get all the benefits of our favorite berry.


Melt Away Gelee - Remove your makeup and treat your skin to the soothing, healing benefits of goji berry.

Long Wear Liquid Foundation - Let your skin soak up the benefits of this berry all while getting long lasting coverage! Multi-tasking at its finest.

Lipstick - Your lips are very sensitive, their thin skin needs a little extra loving and that is just what our lipsticks do with the firming, toning, and hydrating benefits of Goji.

Shade Moisturizing SPF - Protect your skin in more ways than one with the powerful antioxidants of goji berries. Your skin will thank you for being its body guard!

Learn where to shop for this ingredient all star here. 

Osmosis Makeup: Eye Shadow Duo's Plus a Timeless Look Equals AMAZING!




Oh man! We can't help but explode with excitement over our NEW Matte Eyeshadow Duos! These brand new babies are soon going to become staples in your beauty bag (trust us)!  We are introducing these little miracles into the Osmosis Makeup family to better provide YOU with effortless, beautiful colors to bring out your own personal style and confidence. Our new matte duos are simple, natural, highly pigmented shades that fit all skin tones. Let's take a peek at how you can create a beautiful, timeless look with these new shades.


Products used to create this timeless, classic look:

Truffle Bliss Eye Shadow Duo
Mystic Mulberry Eye Shadow Duo
Charcoal Eye Pencil
Curling Mascara
Summer Rose Blush
Sweet Lip Glaze

Use these new duos for eyes, brows, and liner. They are multi-functional and ready to find a home in your beauty bag! Learn where to shop here.


Your New Year's Resolution? Remove your Makeup EVERY Night!


It's midnight, you've just binged watched a whole season of Gilmore Girls and you're ready for bed. You are so, so sleepy. The thought of hitting the pillow without washing your face tempts you, and you give in. You can wash your face in the morning, it's no big deal right? WRONG! So many women get in the habit of sleeping with their makeup on and it simply needs to stop. Not only does this create a flurry of bacteria on your skin, it gets on your pillow case, and in your pillow... causing even more germs to transfer back onto your skin. Next thing you know you have a giant honking zit on your face AND fine lines! We know many of you practice this habit, so we thought it would be nice of us to make a New Years Resolution for you this year. We are resolving that ALL of our Osmosis beauties will wash their face EVERY night before they catch zzz's. It is easy to create a simple, 4 step routine that takes mere minutes to complete. All you need is:

1. Melt Away Gelee Makeup Remover - Scoop a little out and warm up between your ring finger and thumb. Gently massage onto eyes to remove makeup, wipe with cotton round.
2. Deep Clean - Remove makeup and debris from the day.
3. Clear - Spritz onto your skin and press in with your fingers.
4. Treat with Replenish - a heavy dose of antioxidants to revive stressed skin while you sleep.

EASY! 4 steps, each taking less than 30 seconds. Washing your face each night allows your skin to breathe, repair, and rest. Sleeping with makeup on causes breakouts, early aging, dehydration and well... it's just gross, so stop it! We hope you take our resolution to heart and wash those faces!!

See you next year (hardy-had-har)!

Find out where to shop your resolutions here. 

Go From Day to Night in Five Minutes Flat!


Can you feel it? It's 4pm, you are wrapping up your emails and projects for the day... waiting for 5pm to approach, then BAM! It's time for happy hour with the girls. But wait, you have "office" written all over your face. This must be remedied. Don't fret, we have some quick and easy tips to take your daytime office look into night in five minutes! (was that an intense story or what!?!) 
You started your day like this...

This day look features: 
Pressed Base - Quick coverage with benefits!
Age Defying Concealer - Hydrating, illuminating and amazing
Sugar Plum Eye Shadow - A trio for any and all skin tones. Perfect for a unique look for day or night. 
Volumizing Mascara - Non-flakey, inky black coverage. 
Peony Blush - a fresh pop of color.
Flirt Lip Glaze - Quench dry lips with a fun flush of color. 
Now lets bump it up to this!
Without further adieu, your quick and easy steps to get your night look:
Step 1. Add the deep purple shade for Sugar Plum Eye Shadow Trio onto your outer corner of your eyelid, gently smoking it into the lash line. 
Step 2. Swipe an Eye Pencil in Black onto your upper and lower lash line and smudge with your smudge brush. 
Step 3. Touch up your lashes with a coat of Volumizing Mascara
Step 4. Add little sultry touch to your look with Forget Me Not Lipstick. 
Step 5. Take a look in the mirror and say, "Hello gorgeous!" 
There you have it! Your no-fuss steps to bump up your day look to a night look that will last until you take it off! 
Find a store near you to get this easy look here!

Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers!


Stockings tend to be stuffed with candy, gum, knick-knacks, and well...more candy. We think it's time to add some balance to your stocking stuffing game! Why not add a few holistic items and primping basics to offset those candy canes? We have all you need to stuff those stockings with care, love, and balance.

Harmonized Water Mini Kit - Boost your cells into action with these adorable minis! Perfect to introduce your loved ones to the benefits of Harmonized Waters and wellness.

Lip Gloss - Aura - Perfect for all skin tones for a natural, glossy pucker!

Polish Enzyme Firming Mask - The holidays are not the holidays without cranberry! Treat your loved ones and clients to some butt-kicking results utilizing Cranberry Enzymes. This potent mask will be the perfect holiday treat!

Water Color Eye Shadows - Metallic, soft, easy to use shades that are perfect for any and all skin tones! These little gems will add some sparkle to any stocking!

Now get out there and Stuff. Those. Stockings! Check with your Osmosis  provider to purchase these perfect additions to your holiday gifting, or go here to find a retailer near you!