By Marnie Vaz
Formulator/Founder
Massage Therapist
Writer
Clean Cosmetics and the History of Purity with Dr. Ginnie Cumming
This interview was a chance to pick the brains of a renowned academic. Ginnie's book, Clean, draws on historical accounts of personal care and grooming. The exchange provided great insight into the history of cosmetic use and the social and environmental practices that went with them. A very interesting read.
Bruadair Housing Co-op: Social Interdependence is Key
An overview of what starting a housing co-opertive means and the reasons for wanting live in a communal setting. Sula and Jenny, of Bruadair, share their stories.
Jasmine Sara: Slow Living as Yoga Teacher, Writer and Entrepreneur
Skin Talk interviewed Jasmine Sara on what sustainability means to her and how she manages to practice it.
Yoga and Permaculture: Retreating in Peruās Sacred Valley
All we need are ideas, determination, passion and drive. That's exactly what helped this couple manifest their dreams. They now run a retreat centre in the Andes mountains, in Peru's Sacred Valley. Self development, wellbeing and permaculture is at the core.
GalƔpagos Islands: Extra Terrestrial Biodiversity
These collection of volcanic islands, off the coast of Ecuador, are home to a variety of species.
Crossing the Panama Canal on a Full Moon
Developing a focused approach to my business ideas and values came whilst visiting South Caribbean islands and Panama.