Skincare is admittedly something I gave little attention to until recently. Not only am I harangued by my blogger friend GetUnUgly to wear sunblock and do things like put honey on my face for moisture, but I'm also a real advocate for health and holistic wellness. SO when I got invited to Evolue's Skin Deep Cosmetics event, I was interested in finding out what options were available to me and what I should NOT buy.

I learned that chemicals and other such toxins can exist in your face wash, moisturizers and other beauty products. So to raise awareness on how to "go green" on your personal care products, Evolue - skincare store - hosted the authors of the book "No More Dirty Looks" Siobhan O'Connor and Alexandra Spunt. There was lots of cool samples and people who were like me: concerned about how to take care of their health and the environment all in one. 

Katy Clark - a finalist from the Food Network's Star program - was in attendance. She was mixing up some very tasty (and healthy!) fresh juice and posing for pictures with people like me.

The event was free but suggested a $20 donation. In return you got a reusable bag, tons of samples of green products and the awareness we should all have: protect your skin. It's terrible the damage that the sun or the toxins in our products can have on our lovely faces (read about chef Giada's brother who died from melanoma).

If you're looking for more info on how to keep your skin protected and clean, check out my friend's blog at www.getunugly.com.