I’m three weeks into a cleanse and while slightly annoying, I figure detoxing every once in awhile is the least I can do to make up for the fact that I live in a concrete jungle and travel quite a bit. To that end, I’m always excited to try products that are natural, chemical-free, and earth friendly. I always appreciated Josie Maran’s product focus on Argan oil, but on my trip to Morocco I saw first hand from a women’s co-op how the precious oil is produced by hand and finally understood its price. I came across Josie Maran’s Argan Enlightenment Illuminizer via a free sample and after my usual due diligence learned that Josie started her company to find a way to contribute in changing the world and empower women in impoverished countries. The company favors fair trade practices, sustainably harvested ingredients, and eco-friendly packaging and partners with a multitude of different charities to support your skin and your earth- including, Moroccan women’s’ co-ops, Argan Forest preservation, and the Polar Bear SOS initiative.

But back to the products, I love the way her Argan Enlightenment Illuminizer makes my skin dewy and bright. I can put some above my cheeks to highlight, mix it with my lotion, or put it on after my sunscreen. It is so good, that often I just add mascara and feel ready to go. Another product I love is Josie’s Allure Award winning Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 47 Protect and Perfect Tinted Warm Glow is an Argan oil based moisturizer that also gives a little tint my skin. And with this summer already proving to be extremely hot, we will need all the sun protection we can get. Josie Maran believes in luxury with a conscious. Me too.