Last month, Demi Moore (a.k.a. @MrsKutcher on Twitter) and Ashton Kutcher (@aplusk) attended an exclusive launch party at The Little Seed, a chic baby boutique in the hip and urban shopping area on Larchment Boulevard in LA owned by Soleil Moon Frye (actress who played “Punky Brewster“).  The event was sponsored by BDIH-certified, natural skin care pioneers Weleda (pronounced “Veleda“), a brand who’s been crafting natural, biodynamic and organic skin and body care since 1921.  The guest list included many a-listers and the purpose of it all was for The Little Seed to introduce their brand new bright-colored private label organic cotton baby/kids clothes line.

At the event, Demi confessed to a Weleda exec that she loves their Wild Rose Creamy Body Wash and I must agree, it is fabulous (in fact, it is the only body wash that I’m traveling with currently)!  It smells like REAL roses (because it is) and produces a nice foam and creamy hydration.  Check out my review here!  The generously-sized pink tube typically retails for $17.99, but I found it here for just$9.45.

Photo credit: The Little Seed blog

I don’t know about you, but my Mom loves the scent of roses….real roses, not that fake junk.  With Mother’s Day right around the corner I’ve been thinking about what she likes and what I might gift her with to show some love and appreciation for everything she’s done for me; things like birthing me without drugs, always holding my hair when I got sick, breaking her ankle while teaching me how to rollerskate and teaching me all the songs her mom taught to her come to mind. 

The Weleda Rose line is one of my Mom’s favorites and she loves the Rose Body Oil but she hasn’t yet tried the Rose Creamy Body Wash, but I have!  If you’ve switched to a natural body wash and you’re missing the creamy, luxurious lather and delicious fragrance then you must try Weleda Rose Creamy Body Wash or Sea Buckthorn Creamy Body Wash.  I know what you’re thinking, “what the heck is Sea Buckthorn and what does it smell like?”  I wondered the same, but since I have both bottles in my shower right now, I can tell you! 

Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Wash smells citrusy, most notably like freshly sliced grapefruits and oranges.  For those who aren’t floral fans, Sea Buckthorn is a refreshing option.  Right now, I’m using both of them interchangably depending on my mood and I like both aromas equally. 

Both are made with natural, organic and biodynamic ingredients and are only scented with fragrances made of pure essential oils.  Weleda is a pioneer in the natural body care movement - their history extends back to 1921 and they started one of the world’s first Biodynamic gardens.  Over the years the company has grown and the products can now be found in spas and big box stores all over the U.S.

True to its name this ultra pure organic & biodynamic facial moisturizer is just what my skin craves. It hydrates & moistens, while making you look fresh, not shiny. Your skin will drink this up, while it nourishes, purifies & protects! A great choice for your summer skin care regiment. My very picky, combo skin loves the Rosemary Verbenone blend for Most Skin types and I love its fresh herbal aroma (from organic and/or biodynamic essential oils only). I can’t help but taking a deep breath after I’ve massaged it into my dewy-with-toner face. They also offer Neroli for Sensitive Skin and Ylang Ylang for Oilier Skin versions. Considering it’s very concentrated, it’s highly affordable yet packed full of the purest ingredients sourced from around the world offering the best of the best ingredients. The 100% post consumer recycled amber glass bottles are imported from Germany and the French pump top has a locking system to keep the air out to keep contents fresh longer.

If you were on a tight budget and asked me to prioritize organic skin care in order of importance, I would list facial moisturizer at the top. That’s not to say that I think cleanser & toner aren’t extremely important, but moisturizer stays on the skin for a long amount of time and is most definitely absorbed. So, in my opinion your moisturizer should be of the utmost quality (totally pure & organic); it should work well and make your skin feel fantastic! This is one of those products.

Benedetta Fresh Aromatherapeutics is located in Petaluma, California and was created by Julia Faller in 1996. Handcrafted in small batches using Certified Organic, Biodynamic, wildcrafted and/or ecologically harvested ingredients, Benedetta’s commitment is to produce holistic, vibrant & fresh products that not only meet a conscious standard for purity, but also deliver remarkable results. With their “From Seed To Bottle” approach, they take good care to ensure their ingredients are top notch and is evident throughout their entire line.

Why not pamper Mom with something thoroughly pure and ultra-nourishing; something she may not buy for herself? 

Cuddl Duds Organic Cotton Hipster panty $9 and Organic Cotton Camisole $20

This simple white set makes a great stocking stuffer for mom, sister or daughter. 

Cuisinart GreenGourmet 8 inch skillet $27.98

A perfect fit for the great cook in the family!  This is made with Ceramica non-stick technology which is made from ceramic instead of petroleum.  The hard anodized construction means that it heats up faster than standards pans taking less energy to reach full heat needed for cooking. 

Dr. Hauschka Rose Body Oil $35.71

A bit of a guilty pleasure, this is one of my mom’s favorite beauty products.  Smells lovely, its certified natural by BDIH (all ingredients are Biodynamic, organic or wild-crafted) and the brand is a favorite amongst celebs.  Good for all skin types, this is definitely the pampering gift for her.  Dr. H has also received many awards for its social and ethical business practices.  Great for mom, grandma or girlfriend and would make an especially thoughtful hostess or teacher gift too! 

300 Thread Count Organic Cotton Sheet Set $39.99

Whoever she is, she’ll appreciate a new set of sheets and the fact that they’re grown without pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers is a bonus (and organic cotton crops help reduce the nasty chems from ending up in our waterways and airways). 

Tsi-La Organics Fiori d’ Arancio perfume $45

I’m sensitive to synthetic scents and even some natural ones, but not Tsi-La.  I absolutely love Fiori d’ Arancio and Ilang Ilang, or better yet snag the entire set here.  Made only with oils, exotic butters and floral resins….they smell heavenly!  Perfect for your wife or girlfriend! 

Organic Cotton Hooded Trench Coat $92

Marked down from $189, this cozy organic cotton jacket from Vivaterra would make a great gift.