Simple skin care regime - avoid the hype

Our skin is one of our greatest assets and protector so it is wise to treat it lovingly and simply.

The 3 basic requirements for skin health are to cleanse, nourish and protect.

You can achieve all three of these requirements easily and effectively with our quality range.

No matter what your skin type I would recommend a gentle cleanser such as our lush lime cleansing cream.
For best results we need only cleanse at night removing makeup, impurities and stress from the day with the exception of oily skin which would benefit from morning and night cleansing.

Nourishing is made easy with our hemp rich products - choose from either our daily moisturiser, night cream, skin soothe or ultimate face oil for your particular skin type.

As a guide our daily moisturiser is best suited to normal/dry skin types.
Night cream is wonderful to use for very dry/ageing skin and can be used daily also. Skin soothe is perfect for oily and acne prone skin types while combination skin can benefit from using our face oil toward the outer areas of the face(dry) and skin soothe over the top and T-zone area to balance sebum.

Often it is advised to use a toner between cleansing and moisturising however this is not necessary with the exception of oily skin - a toner can help to reduce open pores associated with oily skin. Our skin soothe moisturiser is rich in witch hazel floral water which has a gentle astringent quality that also helps to tone the skin.

hemp hemp hooray skin care helps you in the final requirement of protection due to the wonderful essential fatty acid and antioxidant rich ingredients such as hemp oil and natural non GMO vitamin E, along with the natural sun protection qualities of shea butter and hemp oil.
It is still vital to take car in the sun, using common sense and extra protection such as a hat and SPF 30 foundations and sunscreens when needed.

To learn more or purchase any of our skin care products please visit our website http://www.hemphemphooray.com.au/

daily moisturise and protect

Organically grown pure hemp seed oil, almond oil, shea butter and cocoa butter, cradled in a base of Divine Rose floral water combine to create our gorgeous daily moisturiser. Rose floral water is a gentle antiseptic and has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

A light, penetrating day cream that moisturises and protects the skin without leaving a greasy residue. Daily moisturiser soaks directly into the skin bringing much needed vitamins and nutrients to hydrate and soften the skin and is wonderful to wear under makeup.

You may even enjoy it as a light body moisturiser as it also creates a unique perfume once settled with your own body chemistry.

Scented with pure essential oils of Rose and Patchouli, daily moisturiser has a rich musky floral scent which is very grounding and nurtures the soul.

Pure Rose essential oil is suitable for all skin types however especially so for dry, sensitive or ageing skin with an astringent effect that can be helpful for reducing redness caused by enlarged capillaries.

Patchouli is a very valuable oil for some skin conditions such as eczema, cracked skin or fungal infections due to its antiseptic and fungicidal properties, it is also a cell-regenerator.

Here is what one satisfied customer had to say about our daily moisturiser;

Hi Teresa,
Our order of face cream has arrived safely in Hythe Kent UK. We love the daily moisturiser and I find (Karen) that it lasts all day whereas other creams need topping up. Hatty has found that her roseacea is not as angry since using the cream. We get increasingly disheartened with the amount of chemicals that are used in creams etc so it is great to find a good product at a reasonable price. Sadly there is a tendency for natural and handmade products here to be overly priced!!
Love and light Karen and Hatty xx
Hythe Kent UK

To purchase any of our products please go to www.hemphemphooray.com.au

nurture with our night cream

Our rich, nourishing night cream contains a nutritious blend of vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and essential fatty acids to moisturise and protect the skin.

Organic hemp seed oil, organic shea butter and organic rosehip, avacado and apricot kernel oils, rich in vitamins such as A, D, E & F, have been combined to create this very popular cream.

The vitamins found in our night cream help to maintain a healthy glow and are particularly helpful for sun damaged skin. Hemp has a natural SPF of 6 and shea contains high levels of cinnamic acid (a natural sunscreen) - while this will provide some degree of sun protection you may wish to include a facial sunscreen or foundation for further protection.

Fragranced with the gorgeous scents of pure organic jasmine, frankincense and palmorosa essential oils. These oils bring a calming effect to the emotions and on the physical plane have many wonderful benefits when used in skin care, for example;

Jasmine is suitable for all skin types including dry, greasy, irritated and sensitive skin making it the perfect all rounder - a very balancing oil both emotionally and physically.
Frankincense is ideal for older, mature skin types with a tonic effect that is said to help restore tone and elasticity to aging, slack facial skin.
While Palmarosa is said to stimulate cellular regeneration while hydrating and helping to balance sebum (oil) production of the skin.

Many of our customers (including myself) find great benefit from using night cream both as a hydrating night treatment or as a protective day cream.

Here is what one delighted customer has to say -

Dear Teresa, I purchased your night cream some weeks ago at a "Green Festival" and I've been using it faithfully since then. I thought I'd drop you a line to say "Brilliant Stuff!" by far the nicest skin cream I've used for years.
Regards, Deb
Torrensville SA

Check out our website http://www.hemphemphooray.com.au/ for our night cream and more info on all our range

Body lotion - 'floral fire'

Moisturize and feed your skin with a nurturing blend of organic hemp oil, jojoba, apricot kernel oils, shea and cocoa butters.

Start your busy day or important evening by allowing time to nourish your body and balance your spirit.

Smell is a specialised chemical sense that can positively influence our emotions. Awaken your senses with this uplifting blend of evocative essential oils beautifully blended in our nourishing body lotion.

Lavender, Geranium and Patchouli combine to soothe the heart and strengthen the conscious mind.
Our selected certified organic essential oils in this blend hold restorative, tonic, rejuvenating and uplifting properties. Qualities that not only enhance the healing aspects of our products but also bring a natural alternative to synthetic fragrances.

TESTIMONIAL

I am writing to tell you how much I love your "floral fire body lotion". I can't tell you how long I've been waiting for someone to bring out a product that actually does what they claim. I've been using the body lotion now for about 1 year; I have noticed an incredible difference in how soft my skin is. I especially love how the ingredients are all natural or organic sources. I really don't like putting too many chemicals onto my skin and a big thankyou for choosing not to test on animals.
Thankyou for bringing out this great product. Keep up the excellent work.
Yours Truly, DJ Collie South Australia


FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ORDER OUR PRODUCTS GO TO www.hemphemphooray.com.au

Wonderful results using natural acne care pack

We have had many emails from delighted customers regarding our natural acne pack.
I would like to share some of those with you at the end of this blog.

Acne affects many people of varying ages, whether through hormonal issues or dietary and environmental influences. When it comes to skin care and Acne, keeping things simple is vital to prevent excess aggravation.

Using a cleanser that wont strip the skins natural oils yet is effective enough to remove dirt and impurities is vital.

Part 1 of our 2 part system (our lush lime cleansing cream) gently cleans the skin and contains no comedogenic ingredients (ingredients that aggravate or produce acne).


Part 2 of our natural product system is 'skin soothe' a light, nourishing moisturiser very suited to oily combination skin types.
Skin soothe has a slight astringent action due to the witch hazel floral water and myrrh tincture which helps to balance sebum and reduce oil build up. This reduction in oil is balanced with the moisturising effects of hemp oil and rose hip oil. The other benefit of using hemp oil is that the fat molecules in hemp oil are fine enough to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin - this feeds the skin with out leaving a greasy residue on the outer layer.
Also natural anti bacterial oils and tinctures in our blend help to combat acne causing bacteria on the skin.

Hemp oil is also known for its ability to aid in the reduction and or healing of scars. Rich in essential fatty acids omega 3, 6 & 9, these EFA's are vital for normal human cell function and hemp oil should be included in a balanced diet for a healthy glowing complexion.

TESTIMONIALS

This is an enquiry e-mail via http://hemphemphooray.com.au/ from:
Nick

Hi there HHH =)

I would like to thank you for the HHH Lush Lime Cleansing Cream, that alone has saved my skin from the wreck it was a year ago. Coupled with the skin soothe, it just works great for my needs and more importantly weather condition. I sincerely feel so much better about my skin and can at least talk to people without having to look at the ground. Can't thank you enough Teresa and gang.

Thanks! Nick


THIS IS THE BEST MOISTURISER I HAVE EVER OWNED, and I have bought everything that has promised to cure my pimples and never has! I wish I could have taken a before and after photo to show how my skin has improved by using this moisturiser! I use it twice a day, once before I apply my makeup in the morning and once before bed. Its lightweight, non oily, reduces redness and inflamation and just feels beautiful on my skin. Thank you Fran for introducing it to me, and everyone else BUY IT, IT MIGHT JUST WORK FOR YOU TOO!!!
Wendy, Brisbane Queensland


I just wanted to share my results with using hemp hemp hooray skin soothe cream.
I have been using it now for almost a month and it is wonderful! My face has no more cystic acne and all the redness and irritation is gone. I still have some red spots where older acne is healing, but I'm using a manuka honey mask every other day and they are going away. I only have one small inflammation at the moment and no more seem to be coming up. I use the cream morning and night as my moisturizer. I just ordered the cleanser and can't wait to try it. Hope this information helps you and you have good luck with it as well!
Randi, USA.


To purchase our acne pack or learn more regarding our products visit http://www.hemphemphooray.com.au/

Introducing our NEW 'ultimate face oil'

EFA rich, light penetrating hemp oil replaces lost moisture to gently feed the skin. Together with its 23% protein and 9 amino acids it is the Ultimate skin food.

Some Key Point to remember are:

The essential fatty acids (Omega 3, 6 & 9) found in hemp oil closely resemble our skins lipids (fats)

As we age ceramide levels reduce resulting in dehydrated, dull appearing skin and wrinkles. Ceramide loss can be compensated by the topical application of essential fatty acids.

Omega 3 with its anti-inflammatory action has a therapeutic benefit on problem skin conditions.

Omega 6 is vital for healthy skin function and is important because it provides lipids that coat the outer layer of the skin. Omega 6 deficiency symptoms include dry skin, hair loss and poor wound healing.

Omega 9 promotes healthy inflammation responses and although not present in large quantities, omega 9 fatty acid is the same as the oil produced by our skins glands.

Other KEY ingredients in our ultimate face oil include rosemary extract and the essential oils carrot seed, chamomile, black pepper and ylang ylang. The properties found in these various oils help boost circulation to the supportive tissues underneath the skin, assist in the removal of toxins leaving the skin fresh and firmer in appearance while the plant hormones in ylang ylang also promote cellular regeneration.

You don't need chemical based products to improve the health of your skin, go on try it.



INGREDIENTS: Australian grown organic hemp oil, natural NON GMO Vitamin E, rosemary extract, certified organic german chamomile essential oil, pure carrot seed essential oil, certified organic ylang ylang & certified organic black pepper essential oil.

Also available in 50ml

Hemp and Organic farming in South Australia

Organic farmers could grow fine hemp crops in our organic garden of Eden... South Australia.
Hemp grows especially well in soil rich in organic matter while chemical over-fertilization results in excessive growth creating less uniform stalks and weaker fibres.
When hemp is grown as a rotational crop with crops such as legumes, alfalfa or clover the soil is kept fertile resulting in good hemp yields.

An added benefit of hemp for the organic farmer is its ability to suppress weeds. Its dense growth and the shade it creates discourages the presence of weeds while persistent weeds can be bought under control by planting hemp for two years running on the same plot. Normal rotation of crops from then on will keep weeds down.

- lets hope our state can work with farmers, grant licenses and create a thriving hemp industry in our organic garden of Eden .... South Australia :)

Hemp is not marijuana or visa versa

Here is an excerpt from an educational article my husband Simon reminded me of recently -written back in the 1990's. It points out wonderful comparison's of hemp seeds and marijuana to poppy seeds and the Red Scarlet poppy.

Great reading and essential education in the hemp food debate..!

Hemp is not marijuana or visa versa, as the public has been lead to believe for sixty years. Both share the same genus and according to most taxonomists the same species, Cannabis sativa. More importantly, both produce the same organic compounds known as cannabinoids, which are unique to the genus Cannabis. The two main compounds, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), i.e. the most psychoactive cannabinoid, and cannabidiol (CBD) are found in both hemp and marijuana.

However, both hemp and marijuana show significant differences with respect to the concentration and relative abundance of these two cannabinoids. Drug varieties, summarily referred to as marijuana, contain in their female flowers typically 2-5% of THC, but THC levels of as high as 15-20% are not uncommon. Industrial hemp varieties on the other hand, which are licenced for farming in the European Union and Canada (and in some states here in Australia), must be bred to maintain a THC content of less than 0.3%. In addition, hemp and marijuana differ in their ratio of THC to CBD. CBD has been shown to block the psychoactivity of THC. Industrial hemp contains more CBD than THC, i.e. has a CBD/THC-ratio of greater than one, while marijuana contains often significant more THC than CBD. Both the low THC content and the high CBD/THC ratio make industrial hemp unsuitable for producing psychoactive effects when smoked or eaten. The high CBD concentration also makes the theoretically conceivable concentration and recovery of THC in hemp technically difficult and economically unfeasable. .
Let's put this into perspective;
Poppy flowers. Of which there are dozens of varieties, are popular in backyard gardens. The species Papaver somniferum includes many varieties of poppies, only one of which, the "Red scarlet" poppy, produces opium and derivative narcotics (such as heroin)from its pods which contain significant amounts of concentrated opiates (primarily morphine and codeine). While the U.S. DEA has targeted red scarlets, home gardeners continue to cultivate the other non-opium producing varieties of papaver somniferum. The poppy seeds that are commonly consumed as a condiment in baked goods such as bagels, breads, muffins and cakes derive from one of these non-opium varieties of Papaver somniferum, commonly called the "breadseed poppy". The U.S. Controlled Substances Act specifically exempts the poppy seed as a result of the market for human consumption. Poppy seeds can contain trace amounts of opiates at levels many times higher than THC in hemp seeds and these opiates are metabolised into urine at a higher concentration than the trace THC. Concentrating the trace opiates in breadseed poppy seeds to an active level is theoretically possible at enormous cost, effort and inefficiency; however, the U.S. DEA and ONDCP have not attempted to ban non-opium variety poppies based on this highly speculative scenario.

Poppy seed bagels and flowers are enjoyed by children of all ages, yet children do not confuse poppy seeds and poppy flowers with smoking opium, nor do they perceive a "message" that opium is good. The home garden and breadseed variety of poppy plants look similar to the opium producing red scarlet poppy, yet the U.S. DEA seems able to tell the difference. As the trace opiate levels in poppy seeds are higher than the trace THC in hemp seed, eating poppy seeds can produce a false positive for narcotic use on a drug test at the 300 ppb cutoff for opiates in urine; however, government agencies and corporations have adapted by raising the threshold for a test-positive beyond the level of ambiguity (from 300 ppb to 2000 ppb). The condiment and home gardening markets for poppies are smaller than the potential markets for hemp, yet the DEA has not argued for banning non-opium poppy plants for lack of a large market. Finally, the DEA has not suggested that breadseed and home garden poppies are a threat to the controlled status of opium, in spite of the fact that these plants all share the same genus and species.

In Simon's words....
"What's going on in peoples heads if they can not see the obvious truths about industrial hemp? Why are people so scared? It is the most life sustaining plant in existence, in our backyard gardens we should have our tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, garlic and cannabis sativa, all for the health of our family and friends???"

hemp hemp hooray!

Letter to minister re: GM foods

I was able to catch the recent Land line program on ABC 1 regarding GM Canola farming in Australia and I felt compelled to write to our local Agricultural Minister Michael O'Brien.
I wanted to write for two reasons -
1 to congratulate him on our state governments stand on GM foods and
2 to voice my views on the current opinions of our Federal minister Tony Burke.

I am feeling very proud that our state is not succumbing to national pressure and I strongly believe we need to support our ministers and organic / bio-dynamic producers where we can.

I have included a copy of the letter I wrote and I strongly encourage anyone who also feels compelled to write a letter of support to do so. We need to hold firm on this decision and continue to protect our state from this agricultural threat.

Here is my letter:-


Dear Minister O’Brien,

Can I say firstly a huge thank you for your stand on the current GM debate in this country and for your leadership in helping to maintain the integrity of our fabulous state.



I was very disheartened by the opinions of the Federal minister Tony Burke and his belief that the time for banning GM has passed and that he doesn’t think there’s an argument to stop GM.

The tension I felt also, regarding his comments, that he eventually sees all the mainland allowing GM crops was somewhat eased by your statement that hopefully SA never adopts this technology and that you recognise we have a specialist niche market. It is a shame our whole country doesn’t share your view.



As far as I can see the main argument from farmers embracing this technology is regarding the control of weeds and the right of farmers to have access to the latest most profitable technology.

There are flaws in both these arguments that I can see (and I am no expert on agriculture).

Firstly farmers signing up for GM via a licensing agreement are locked into buying only that companies seed, often at 20% more than conventional seed and once harvested they receive $5 less per tonne than non GM Canola – how is this more profitable? It also raises the issue of control by big corporates.

Secondly there is the issue of weed control – the argument was that GM can reduce the amount of chemicals used to eradicate weeds?? How is using ‘Round Up’ chemical ready seed reducing chemical use? There are obviously other options to weed control as our organic and bio-dynamic farmers already must attest to. Perhaps there is more that can be done with supporting and promoting these clean green principals. Even the possibility of introducing one of my passions to the table in the form of Industrial hemp is a debate worth revisiting as (‘Industrial hemp improves soils’ physical condition, destroys weeds and does not exhaust (soils’) fertility’) (J.W Roulac 1997 Hemp Horizons page 131). It could be used as a rotational crop and every part of the hemp plant can be used with no toxic waste products associated with the processing.



May I wish you every success in maintaining your position on this issue for our state and for the integral future of organic/bio-dynamic farming.



Warm regards, Teresa

A New Space - A Greater Vision

Wow we have finally moved in...!

hemp hemp hooray! has a new home and I'd love to share with you all our exciting journey over the past 2 months. It was time to finally move the business out of our home and into a space fit for the further growth of our dream.

The need for more suitable premises and the manifestation of those premises were borne through the frustration felt at the lack of balance between home and business -within 3 days I had found the property and the means to build our purpose built production room. Now the fun had started for Simon (my ever supportive husband). Over the course of a couple of weekends he had prepared the space and built our fantastic facility.

Here is a glimpse of the process.... Simon is unloading the fridge panel for the production room (3) and the blank canvas is seen in photo (4). The floor base is laid (5)


















We now have our dust proof, temperature controlled production room within the warehouse. A credit to Simon and his years of experience - this journey that is life still amazes me as often the paths we choose along the way intertwine bringing their gifts to future endeavours, as is the case with Simon's journey and the skills he brings to my path.

















A small garden area will become a lovely space for our team to enjoy a break or a meal. Again this took some work to clear up and we still have lots of planting and building to do to really beautify it fully. As you can see in the first two photo's it was slightly overgrown with weeds and not very inviting.
















Our new office space was transformed with a clean up and a lick of paint. Thanks Sally, Sue and Jemara for your help and brush work..! It is a lovely space to come to each day and I'm not sure the photo's do it justice.


















So, our new journey begins with a fresh environment and fresh ideas. Can I thank sincerely everyone who has supported me on this path be via family, friendship or business relationships. To all our loyal customers for your belief in what we do and your appreciation for the products we make - it is through your support that we are able to grow and continue with this vision to "Rekindle the Spirit of Natural Beauty within everyone, inspiring love for all humanity..!!

Blessings, Teresa :) www.hemphemphooray.com.au

Changing the mentality around hemp

In the 4 years since launching my product range, and the many years of interest before hand, I have seen subtle changes in the perceptions of hemp however there is still so much more work to be done.
Many people still mistake Industrial hemp for Marijuana and it takes time to release 80+ years of fear based propaganda. It also takes time to instill a sense of trust to the hearts of a society which has been fed one side of the cannabis debate. Through education we can help release current fears and insecurities bringing back the reverence once held for this gift from nature.
I believe one person can make a difference - we live in the most amazing country with some of the most resilient people yet the majority of us go along with our lives in a routine that keeps us feeling secure. Trusting the systems and social beliefs created by laws, governments, religions and history. What if a few individuals challenged those beliefs, those laws, that history to show another way. A way that is not untested, a way that only 100 years ago was completely viable - 'HEMP'.
There is much work being done internationally with growing evidence to support the use of medicinal marijuana for a range of illnesses - however my main focus is the loss of potential both economically and environmentally through the restrictions placed on Industrial hemp. There are differing restrictions in different countries for example; it is still ILLEGAL to grow Industrial Hemp in America yet it is LEGAL to consume hemp foods there. Here in Australia we can obtain a licence to grow Industrial hemp in many states yet it is ILLEGAL to consume or sell hemp foods.
With the ever increasing stress placed on our farmers wouldn't government support to build a thriving hemp industry make sense? Hemp crops would supply fibre for paper, cloth, twine etc, the low THC seed is ideal for food and oil production. Hemp seed oil can be used for cosmetics, paints and anything that is currently petroleum based. Hemp crops can also improve soil conditions and soil degredation with it's long tap root it helps to hold the soil together. Farmers experiencing tough times may very well benefit from a new approach via Industrial Hemp.

It is my hope that in the not too distant future all jokes about hemp and fears will be put aside and common sense will bring this gem to the forefront of everyones imagination.....
hemp hemp hooray!

POEM.... Seeking Asylum... by Teresa McDowell

Not in MY country I hear them say,
They wont speak our language, they cannot stay.
From war torn lands, or simply a chance for opportunity,
How can we deny them a new home and community.
Fear, Ego, a sense of Entitlement,
Poison's their compassion, fostering Greed and Resentment.
We all live on ONE earth,
Each culture represents a different key.
Let us work together to hear the beautiful melody.

Wake up people we are all of one breath.
We all return to the same dust at the time of our death.
You look and see difference in face, skin and beliefs,
Yet the one same energy makes up all life, and its brief.
Don't waste it in anger, judgement and hostility,
Lets live together in love, acceptance and unity.

Love and light Teresa xxxx