Not too long ago, I made my very first trip to Trader Joe's.  For those of you who are unaware, Trader Joe's is a little market that has a niche of offering a selection of products that make it easier for folks with diet restrictions to shop (i.e., vegetarians, low sodium diets, gluten free products, vegans, etc.) - not to mention excellent prices!  I normally purchase Dove for Sensitive Skin, however since beginning my ingredients journey, I have become more conscious of what I am putting on my body and/or allowing my system to absorb.  I found out that Dove, even the sensitive skin rendition, contains SLS.  Let me tell you, it was a sad day for me when I discovered that fact.

One of the most common ingredients in beauty products today is water.  Oftentimes it is labeled as water, spring water distilled water or even ionized water.  Ionized water?  Are you a little puzzled?  Keep reading.