Living Well Insider: August Issue

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Living Insider

WellHere in the Golden Isles, inspiration often comes from the people and stories around us. For me, skincare has always been personal. And when it comes to skincare, I’ve learned firsthand that what you leave out can matter just as much as what you put in.

I’m Suzanne LeRoux, founder of One Love Organics, a natural and organic skincare company proudly based here in Georgia’s Golden Isles. My journey began not in a lab, but in law. Before launching OLO in 2010, I was an attorney, but my love of wellness and ingredients came early - thanks to my dad, a pharmacist.

Growing up, I struggled with extremely sensitive, reactive skin that looked like rosacea but defied diagnosis. After trying everythingfrom pharmacy prescriptions to department store counters - I finally discovered the problem: my skin couldn’t tolerate petrochemicals (the petroleum-derived ingredients found in most skincare and makeup)

That realization was life-changing. By switching to plant-based products in a simple, pared-down routine, I finally felt comfortable in my own skin. Effective, gentle formulas became the obvious answer - and when I couldn’t find what I needed I created it myself.

Since then, One Love Organics has grown into an award-winning line - recognized by Oprah, Allure, and The Today Show - and is carried by national retailers like Bluemercury and Credo, as well as in facial spas across the country. What sets us apart is operating Georgia’s only ECOCERT/COSMOS - licensed manufacturing facility, ensuring the highest standards in certified organic, cruelty-free, and environmentally friendly skincare.

WHY INGREDIENTS MATTER IN BEAUTY

Many conventional products still rely on ingredients that may be less than kind to skin: Petrochemicals (like mineral oil, paraffin, petrolatum) can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

Synthetic fragrances can irritate delicate facial skin.

Parabens and PEGs, used as preservatives and stabilizers, can disrupt skin’s natural moisture barrier.

The good news? You don’t need to overhaul everything overnight. A few thoughtful swaps can make a big difference.

LIVING WELL TIP: SMARTER SWAPS

Sunscreen - Swap chemical-based sunscreen for mineral formulas with zinc oxide. (I like BaboBotanicalsforfaceandbody.)

Makeup - Choose products free of synthetic fragrance, PEGs, parabens, and mineral oil. A simple mineral powder like Bare Minerals lasts forever and is an excellent choice for sensitive skin.

Moisturizers - Look for creams rich in natural oils - sunflower, jojoba, or rosehip - instead of petroleum-based fillers (the culprits behind my own breakouts). A well-formulated face oil can be a wonderfuloptionforsensitive,reactiveskin.

Because healthy skin shouldn’t be complicated - it should be effective, enjoyable, and something you look forward to each day. Joyful rituals are what makeconsistencypossible.

Livingwellstartswithsmall,smartswaps-andhere in the Golden Isles, I’m proud to share that journey with you. If you would like to try out or experience our products we welcome you to visit our storefront onSt.SimonsIslandonFredericaRd.

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