While shopping at my local Whole Foods a few months back I came across a woman giving out samples of a orange-colored juice from a company called Sibu. Being a bit jaded from the continual outcropping of liquid supplements I asked, “What’s the gimmick with this drink?” I found out that the secret ingredient found in this supplemental drink is the Sea Buckthorn Berry – a cherished fruit that is native to Tibet. Sea Buckthorn is loaded with Omega fatty acids 3, 6 and 9 and also claims to have exceptional nutrient qualities for hair, skin and nails. (more…)

Remember this post, “Supplements for the Skin, Hair, and Nails: Price Hard to Swallow?”

If you are a skincare junkie like me, I bet you have been wondering about all the supplements and drinks that purport to benefit your skin, hair, and nails.  And these supplements don’t come cheap!  I am not saying that these do or do not work; I am just saying a little investigation is in order before you “bottoms-up” on some of these products.

A recent post from J. Tania at Beauty Tip Today mentions a new celebrity-touted drink called “Beauty Scoop“ that is supposed to do wonders for your skin and hair.  I mean, if Ricki Lake loves it and she has the most fabulous skin and hair it must be good.  Well $95 for a 21 day supply, it better be!  

Recently I had the opportunity to sample the “Beauty Scoop – the edible beauty accessory” product for 21 days.   And what were my conclusions?

Eh.

The taste wasn’t bad, it reminded me a lot of a vanilla flavored whey powder protein drink that I made a lot while I was dieting.  The Beauty Scoop product adds both whey and soy protein to their powder.  Their magical ingredients?  Safflower oil, Canola oil, and vanilla.  Um, am I missing something here?  Does the beauty “accessory label” warrant the $95 price tag?!  (more…)