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By Christopher Bennett Special to The Freeman BROOKFIELD — Living organically is no longer an activity engaged in solely by those who live and dwell on the fringes of society in the mysterious depths of the counterculture. Living organic is, for a number of wise and healthy reasons, a mainstream phe- nomenon, and it's a business. From food to clothing and more, consumers are demanding the products they use be as natural as possible. The notion of buying power meshed with the power to conserve Mother Earth and connect with something pure is reaching into skin care and makeup. According to a 2013 report from Transparency Market Research, a market intelli- gence company based in Albany, N.Y., that specializes in global business informa- tion, the worldwide demand for organic personal care products will reach $13.2 bil- lion by the end of 2018. Money talks. In the case or organic skin care, it speaks to a truth Kristin LaMere holds dear. "We are what we eat, and our skin is the largest organ of our body," said LaMere, owner of Green Room Well- ness Spa, 13035 W. Blue- mound Road, Suite 102, in Brookfield. "It also absorbs what we apply topically." LaMere opened Green Room Wellness Spa more than a year ago, and is in the midst of terrific growth. She recently added staff and is considering a second loca- tion. She is a licensed estheti- cian, which means skin is LaMere's specialty. "From a skin care perspec- tive, I have seen a trend of people being more aware of what they are putting on their bodies and using on their skin," LaMere said. Skin deep One area in which organics are striking new ground is in cosmetics. According to For- tune, Jade Roper, a recent contestant on "The Bache- lor," is pushing her own line of organic cosmetics, and Hollywood stars are lining up to be the face of organic brands. However, all the organic makeup in the world will do little good without a solid base of clean skin. "I guess I've always believed your skin is your first foundation," LaMere said. "That's much more important than your makeup and any products you apply afterwards." LaMere said to start with a skin cleanser, move to a toner and finish with a moisturiz- er. A cleanser should be used that fits one's skin type, and removes dirt and oils. The toner brings one's skin back into balance after clean- ing and the moisturizer pro- tects the skin and keeps it safe. If able, use organic products, and consider con- sulting a specialist. "There are so many prod- ucts at drug stores," LaMere said. "For a person to go there without knowing, how are you going to pick out a product?" LaMere said many skin care products purchased at a drug store contain chemicals and irritants that are coun- terproductive. "Going to someone that carries a higher-quality line that hasn't been diluted or filled with artificial ingredi- ents is certainly going to fit your skin better," LaMere said. Diet is also a key compo- nent to skin care. LaMere said she adheres to the "Garbage in, garbage out" theory, and said a healthy diet will also help improve one's skin. The trend toward organics in personal care products also recently reached the Wisconsin state Legislature. On March 17, the Senate passed a bill to ban microbeads. The bill will prohibit mak- ing personal care products with microbeads in 2018 and ban sales in 2019. New York and Illinois already ban microbeads. Microbeads are a plastic exfoliant found in personal care products such as soap, toothpaste and more. The small, plastic bits are moving through wastewater treat- ment plants and into key bod- ies of water, such as Lake Michigan, by the tons. By Karen Pilarski Special to The Freeman Wisconsin weather can change from balmy to chilly in mere hours. As spring weather makes a welcome return, Wisconsinites should take heed. No matter if winter or summer, we need to take care of our skin. Dr. P. Kim Phillips, M.D., with Aurora Health Care, says, "Skin is the largest organ of the body. One of the main functions is to protect us from the outside environment. The top layer of skin needs to be kept healthy." While the weather is still cold, people should takes baths as opposed to showers. A benefit a bath means more moisture and relaxation. If you use bubble bath products, find ones that are unscented and without dyes. She cautions that skin can become waterlogged if a person stays in the bath for a long time. "Use comfortably cool water because very hot water irritates and dries the skin. If a person has sensitive skin, the hot water makes it worse," Phillips said. After bathing, make sure to pat down skin with a towel but leave a bit of moisture. Phillips encour- ages people to invest in great skin care such as moisturizer. Apply- ing a good moisturizer helps to seal in the moisture in the skin, she said. Phillips said people should use products that do not use a fragrant or dye but contains ammonium lactate. She recom- mends Vanicream, which is used for very sensitive skin While winter weather is wind- ing down in the Midwest, skin may still be dry and itchy. "In dry weather, the skin becomes irritated and people scratch. They end up scratching the top layer of skin and injuring the skin," she said. Let the sunshine in, but not without the sunscreen The sun takes a toll on skin by prematurely aging it. It can also cause pre-cancer and skin cancer. Phillips says everyone should use sunscreen no matter what season it is. Sun rays are less intense dur- ing the winter. However, she says, sunscreen needs to be habit all year long. In Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest, people enjoy win- ter sports such as skiing, hockey and snowmobiles. The sun reflects off the snow and damages the skin. All skin is sensitive to the sun. For lips, Phillips recommends sunscreen that contains lip balm. Sunscreen is plentiful and can easily be picked up at the local drugstore. Phillips says sunscreen that is SPF 30 or higher is ideal. Sun- screen should be reapplied every two hours, especially after getting wet from perspiring or by water. She says it is best to avoid long exposure to the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Children's skin should be treat- ed the same way as that of adults. Make sure to slather on sun- screen on children who are older than 6 months old. For babies under 6 months, Phillips says to avoid the sun. "If you are out with a kid make sure you stay in the shade. Also have the child wear protective clothing," she says. No matter what type of skin, everyone is effected by the sun and should take precautions. Fair-skinned people have to be diligent about sunscreen and pro- tection. In comparison to those with darker skin, Phillips said fair-skinned individuals have more of a risk of getting skin can- cer. Without sunscreen, skin can go from pale to stinging red without even realizing it. Sunburns are quite painful. Phillips says, "To treat sunburn, medicine such as ibuprofen can be taken. Use a cool compress to relieve the pain." Take care of skin In the summer months, crowds gather at festivals, water parks and beaches to bask in the sun. In the midst of fun, sun protection may take a back seat. Who hasn't returned from playing outside to feeling singed, pink skin? "People don't take care of skin on a daily basis, they think they don't need sunscreen. It needs to be applied all over the body," Phillips said. Phillips has observed that peo- ple do not use gentle products on their skin. She says, "Skin needs to be taken care of every day to keep it looking and feeling healthy. You don't save up on good skin." She compares skin to fit- ness. "If you don't exercise, you get out of shape, the same goes with skin." Her philosophy of skin care is clear and concise. She says, "Use the best skin care products you can afford and that are available to you. You will keep it looking and feeling healthy throughout your entire life." Charles Auer/Freeman Staff Kristin LaMere stands in her Green Room Wellness Spa. Charles Auer/Freeman Staff The natural exfoliating cleanser from Anakiri uses ground walnut shells rather than microbeads. Organic skin care products bring beauty the natural way Tips for healthy skin COMFORTABLE IN YOUR OWN SKIN Surviving the seasonal switch

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