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Vedic Botanicals

Offering an array of organic Ayurvedic body care products, formulas are based in Ayurveda, a 5,000-year-old system of health and wellness native to India - 99% of ingredients are USDA certified organic, 1% is wildcrafted. Everything is sourced from U.S.-based companies, packaging is zero-waste and labels are compostable. The jars are reusable or recyclable, and their apothecary workshop is solar powered, so all products are produced using solar energy.

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keetz

Plant-based energy bites created by former Michelin-starred pastry chef Katy Peetz for those in search of a healthy snack made with organic ingredients that tastes indulgent. Keetz provides a low sugar, plant-based, high-protein alternative to the traditional health bar. Comes in three different varieties: Cacao for your chocolate fix, Maca for energy, and Turmeric for a nourish and glow option. Chef created these when refined sugar and gluten began to take a toll on her health, so you can rest assured these are tried and tested.

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JAF TEA

Premium, handpicked, single origin Ceylon teas from a family-owned and operated brand that still does things the traditional way - from hand picking the leaves at their tenderest to meticulously tasting each batch for the highest quality control. Artisanal small batch process helps preserve the flavor of the tea and by keeping the leaves intact, the essential oils are preserved. JAF TEA’s range includes a number of Classic Black Teas like the strong English Breakfast; fruit and spiceinfused Flavored Black Teas; and refreshing Classic Green Teas both pure and flavored.

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CleanWell Sanitizers

Ready to get back in the travel saddle after months of sheltering in place, but know that using a conventional hand sanitizer to protect yourself against germs is bad for your skin as well as the planet? CleanWell hand sanitizers solve the problem because they kill germs botanically using Thymol, an active ingredient derived from the essential oils in various herbs and are free of alcohol, which has drying effects as well as the risk of accidental poisoning to young children. It is gentle on sensitive skin, courtesy of an aloe-and-oats moisturizing formula.

beachsafe Portable Safe

Made in the U.S.A., beachsafe is a patentpending, water-resistant, portable safe for travel, that was specifically designed to keep valuables protected from theft. A musthave for the beach, pool, camping, dorm room, and much more. The travel-size safe’s interior compartment is roomy enough for wallets, watches, smartphones, sunglasses, jewelry, keys, headphones, and other valuables you want to keep securely locked.

Skin Authority’s SkinSuit

Protect your skin from the sun and harsh pollution that comes with visiting some of the world’s greatest cities. SkinSuit™ is a translucent, lightweight Reef Safe SPF 50 sunscreen that also shields skin from indoor blue light, infrared radiation as well as urban pollution. Skinsuit Face has sheer fluid that goes beyond sunscreen to protect and restore skin. Skinsuit Lip’s sheer, silky protective layer promotes full, soft, line free lip while protecting against indoor and outdoor environmental damage. May/jun 2020 Healium

As people around the world tap into virtual surroundings to ease their thoughts and emotions during these uncertain times, one app is working on how they have the psychological power to control life on and off the digital screen. Healium is the world’s first virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) simulation powered by brainwaves and heart rate. Calm your anxieties and channel your positive energies to create a beautiful on-screen story. Your thoughts and heart rate control the visuals you see.