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Newsletter November 2011

 

Langkawi: The Hot New Location for Destination Spas

By Alison
 
Many people are familiar with Langkawi Geopark for its breathtaking beauty and great natural wonder. The idyllic island attracts visitors from across Europe, Asia and even the Americas. While these tourists have long been attracted by Langkawi's pristine beaches and excellent hotels, they are now also flocking to its new spas and wellness centers.
 
Offering the latest treatments to relax, restore and rejuvenate, Langkawi's spas benefit from the unique attributes of their location. Some are situated within a primordial rainforest while others overlook the azure waters of the Andaman Sea. Many incorporate local herbs, flowers and spices into their body wraps and other treatments. A growing number also offer traditional beauty treatments from Chinese medicine, Indian Ayurveda and the Orang Asli, the aboriginal Malaysian rainforest tribes. These are performed by highly skilled, and genuinely caring therapists whose goal is to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
 
After a magical visit to Langkawi in 2009, during which I experienced firsthand its warm and friendly people, breathtaking vistas and beautiful spa resorts, I can personally attest to its growing reputation as a leading global spa destination.
 
Paul had invited me to Langkawi to write a series of articles about his products, company, and commitment to ethical business practices. Having covered a variety of business topics for Reuters, The Financial Times, Fuji-Keizai and other publishers for more than a dozen years, I was eager to see if Langkawi Geopark actually did offer something different and unique. I found an untouched paradise where residents live in harmony with nature; their balanced approach to life has naturally influenced their business practices, so that Langkawi's beauty and spa industry reflects this deep respect for the earth and its people.
 
To inform the public of this amazing resource, the Langkawi Gazette has featured a wide array of different Langkawi spas, from the very luxurious The Westin and Four Seasons to the most affordable country-style spas that offer simple but beautiful spa experiences. The German writer Kamila Delart, who resides now on Langkawi island, recently wrote an article in which she profiled 30 Langkawi spas and wellness centers, describing in detail the unique experiences offered by each.
 
In each of the coming issues of the Paul Penders newsletter, we will feature one of these spa stores from Kamila.
 

 

Finally, Relief for Dry Skin

No more dull and dry skin! Now you can rescue your dry skin with Paul Penders new Dry Skin Relief; a complex formulation with plenty of rich plant oils and moisturizers designed as a rescue to relieve dry skin.
 
It contains LevensESSENTIE Gold® our natural extract made from 22 certified organic herbs that soothes and softens dry skin.
 
Rich oils and minerals immediately give a smooth and soft effect, but it also helps to give additional moisture to the face to prevent from wrinkles. Your face will feel soft and balanced. Natural anti-oxidants protect your skin against environmental influences, which can be harmful for any unprotected skin.
 
We can guarantee that fighting dry skin has never been so effective.
 
Dry Skin Relief will give a more youthful appearance, because will not only give immediate result to a dull feeling but also gives a boost to a radiant complexion.
 
Not only during the winters in Northern Europe, Canada and America, as well as in Korea, Japan and China we receive many requests for a special product to relieve dry skin. We even got requests from people living in the Rocky Mountains as well as in Florida and even Southeast Asia.
 
Dry skin can plague anyone, at any climate and any place in the world.
 
The combination of oil and sweat keeps our skin soft and supple. But lack of humidity, freezing dry climates, over-exposure to water or sun, chemicals and harsh soaps will dehydrate skin. If the skin loses water more than the deeper cells can replenish it, the upper layer dries out.
 
But dry skin can occur at any time of year, not only during winter. Dry skin starts out as small, whitish scales possibly with some reddening and cracking. Dehydrated, dry skin tends to become itchy as well.
 
Luckily enough our new Dry Skin Relief is here to help!
 
Proudly announcing the introduction of Paul Penders Dry Skin Relief. A truly wonderful product that became available after years of thorough testing in Europe; including by dermatologists in The Netherlands.
 
One of our test persons mentioned:
 
"I follow a lifestyle of regular exercising, a good diet plan and take care of my skin with the best cosmetic products, but despite high prices of some moisturizers, I never found a product to good enough for my dry skin. I was apprehensive to be a test person for Dry Skin Relief but my skepticism changed after I tried the tester. After one week my skin felt way more supple and itching disappeared while glowing radiance was back. I feel very good about this new product and will use it as long as I can".
 

 

She Taught Me by Heart I Was Right!

By Paul Penders
 
More and more I feel annoyed with EWG (Environmental Working Group) who sponsors and lobbying for the new "Safe Cosmetics Act 2011". I have problems with their amazing way of making assessments of the dangers in our products as put in their "SkinDeep" data base. They do safety assessments of many cosmetic products and their ingredients including natural cosmetics as Paul Penders that contain herbs, plants, natural oils, etc.
 
I agree with them when ingredients are called "certified organic" that they are not always natural. Many chemicals and synthetics are certified by Ecocert as organic. EWC thinks that "certified ingredients" are not always superior. I agree because for several cosmetic ingredients the benefits from naturally grown ingredients are preferred and even more stable. Well, that is according to many scientist and top cosmetic chemists who prefer at times natural ingredients above organic ingredients.
 
This came again to mind when I visited the Buddhist Temple just besides our new place in Penang (also called the holy island) where Paul Penders Co has its R&D based and beautifully located besides the ocean and foothills of a huge rainforest mountains.
 
I had a freak accident about a year ago and through a friend of mine we visited the temple where a monk of age 93 provides natural health treatments for free, even vegetarian meals as well. This beautiful woman lives a truly peaceful life and does lots of meditation. Meeting her brings right away a spontaneous feel of love and happiness. She was going to treat me with hot oil consisting of tar from pine trees and several herbs; all grown in the woods around the temple.
 
The treatment is quite simple ... for 6 times oil will be heated till a temperature as hot as one can cope to put your hands and feet into the oil mass until the mass cools down, then the mass will be heat up again and this "mantra" repeats itself for 6 times!
 
The natural tar and herbs pulls out toxins from the body. It is really a vigorous treatment because during the process the body starts to sweat. When 6 treatments are finished you are totally wet and feel totally cleansed as well.
 
I am going to get this treatment for few times while it is said also to be good for several other health problems including detoxification of kidneys and stomach, as well when someone has fever and also good for diabetics. This detoxification process and cleansing of the body is caused by the healing power of natural tar.
 
To read more about this treatment and Paul's experience, click here.
 
 

 

America Back in the Business of Animal Tests?

By Paul Penders
 
From the great people of "Personal Care - Truth or Scare" in California I received message that "The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics" (CCIC) who runs "The Leaping Bunny Program" has the same concerns about the newly proposed "Safe Cosmetics Act of 2011? as they had before with the "Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010? that was rightfully rejected in Colorado and by U.S. Congress.
 
The new proposed Safe Cosmetics Act 2011 will overhaul the way cosmetic products are regulated in the United States. While the purpose of this legislation is good to ensure that cosmetic products are safe, it will have disastrous consequences for laboratory animals. Innocent creatures used to undergo cruel test for cosmetic products and their ingredients.
 
Although this newly proposed Act endorses the development of non-animal testing methods, there is little doubt that animal testing will be required by this bill! It will result in a substantial increase of animal tests!
 
Here is my vision on this bad news. CCIC hopes that changing the cosmetic regulations can be done without animal tests. They believe that harmonize U.S. law with the European Union would be the best and I totally agree! In Europe they make safe cosmetics but also prohibit the use of animal tests for cosmetics! So in America we are going to re-invent the wheel. Why not totally disregard what scientists already know in Europe for many years? Or are the cosmetic products made by L'Oreal and Chanel regarded as unsafe in America?
 
To read more about this, click here.
 
 

 

    

 

Year 2011

  • November 2011
    Langkawi Destination Spas, Finally Relief for Dry Skin, She Taught Me by Heart I Was Right!, America Back in the Business of Animal Tests?
  • October 2011
    Great News From Paul Penders Co!, My Secret for Beautiful Hair, Newly Arrived...Benefits Complex Ampule, Double Winning Beauty Award
  • September 2011
    Natural Cosmetics are Dangerous Without Proper Preservatives, Marigold Hand Cream - Welcome Back!, The Health Benefits of Yoga, Love & Commitment Change the World
  • August 2011
    Fake Paul Penders Products in China, Rescue Blemish Away...a Volcanic Effect!, Paul Penders Products Tested by Beauty Journaal, Lawsuit Filed Against 26 Certified Organic Companies, Horse Lovers Love Paul Penders Sunscreen
  • July 2011
    Paul Penders Natural Makeover Grand Finale, Coconut Water in Paul Penders Skincare, Libelle Show in Holland
  • June 2011
    The Certified Organic Cosmetic Scheme, Paul Penders Products Launch in Hong Kong, Talkback to Paul Penders, Singer Anna David Now Paul Penders Ambassador in Denmark, Natural Lipstick: Why Your Lips Need To Go Organic, A Royal Indulgence at Alun-Alun Spa
  • May 2011
    Paul Penders Partnerships & Community Statement, Moviestar & Actress Kristine Nevarauska about Paul Penders, Paul Penders Natural Professional Ampules on Their Way!, Mauritius Embraces Paul Penders Natural Cosmetics
  • April 2011
    Starting a Paul Penders Business, Shampoo From Wood, Campaign Against Animal Testing, Beauty Website
  • March 2011
    Inga Millere Joins Paul Penders Distributor in the Baltics, Cosmetic Trends for the Next Five Years, Report from the Arab Health Show Dubai 2011, What Matters Most is Found in Moorea
  • February 2011
    Paul Penders Beauty Salon in Singapore, Patent Application on LevensESSENTIE Gold ®, Paul Penders in "Baby-mo" magazine,Japan, Lovely Lavender
  • January 2011
    A Great Visit From Saudi Arabia at Paul Penders Co., Paul Penders Hair Care in ELLE Japan, California Attorney General Sues Brazilian Blowout, First Ban on Dangerous Chemicals Soon a Reality

Year 2010

  • December 2010
    Consumers Rethinking Their Values for Personal Care Products
  • November 2010
    New Product Development Blossoms, Amanda's Stunning Photo Shoot with Good Housekeeping Magazine, The Naked Truth of Natural & Organic Cosmetics, Five Million Counterfeit Cosmetics Seized in Europe
  • October 2010
    New International Ads, First Paul Penders Beauty Salon Opens, Paul Penders in Japan Vogue, $1.5 Million to Anyone Showing a Chemical-Free Cosmetic
  • September 2010
    Please Help Us: Oppose the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010
  • August 2010
    New Paul Penders Radio Commercial Airs in U.S., Paul Penders Now Available in Australia, Asian Markets Hungry for the Real Thing!, New Research Links Fat to Harmful Chemicals
  • July 2010
    Journey to Vanamoolika, Malaysia Minister: God Made Animals for Testing, Hello Philippines!, So Many Uses for Paul Penders’ Natural Lemon Conditioner!
  • June 2010
    Growth in India, LevensESSENTIE Ingredients, Animal Testing and Outsourcing, Five Harmful Ingredients
  • May 2010
    New Paul Penders Websites, Parsley and Pegaga, Organic Cheaters, Chemicals in New Clothes
  • April 2010
    Paul Penders Makeup, Magazine Coverage, ICT is Improved, Malaysia's Herbal Traditions
  • March 2010
    Ironman Competition, Patent for LevensESSENTIEGold®, Malaysia Goes Green, Natural Lipstick
  • February 2010
    New Czech Distributors, Penang Photo Shoot, Overcoming Anxiety - Naturally
  • January 2010
    New Baltic Distributor, Malaysian Medicinals, Mood Meeting

Year 2009

  • December 2009
    Trade Show News, Weekly Beauty Tips, Skin Lightening Lotions, Skin Care Tips for Fall
  • November 2009
    New Website is Coming, Whalesharks in Langkawi, Latest Technologies, Coconut Power
  • October 2009
    Mariek Wilms Joins Paul Penders, Company Recognition, World Peace March Begins, Benefits of Basil
  • September 2009
    Nanobio Prez Visits Langkawi, New Paul Penders Magazine Coverage, New Environmental Law, Product Award
  • August 2009
    Back by popular demand, PaulPenders is growing, Rainforest book contest, Study finds organic food no healthier.
  • May 2009
    Goodbye newsletter, hello blog!
  • March 2009
    A new shampoo made of wood?, Paul Penders products now in New Zealand, Baby bath products being tested for safety, EU cosmetics testing ban may not be enforceable
  • February 2009
    "Certified Organic" vs. Natural, Paul Penders Goes to Sundanc Film Festival, Paul Penders Products in Slovenia, Carbon Footprint.
  • January 2009
    R.A.W. Magazine Advertorial, Korean Products: New and Improved, Chinese Products Pass Inspection, Animal Rights Update.

Year 2008

  • December 2008
    Paul Penders in Korea, Awards, Price Reduction, Nanoparticles
  • November 2008
    New Chinese OEM Brand, Green Meadow Visit, Malaysian Newspaper Feature, Kojic Acid Safety.
  • October 2008
    Paul Penders Launches in China, Profile: PP China, Paul Penders Redesigns Packages for China.
  • August 2008
    Paul Penders is Growing!, Coconut Water, Green Meadow Corp, Paul Penders eStore.
  • July 2008
    Operations for Blind Children, eStore Keeps Growing, Harmful Ingredients, Paul Penders Extra Testing.
  • June 2008
    California Lawsuit, Blind Sailors, Misleading Skin Cream Advertising, Natural Health Farm.
  • May 2008
    Lipstick Colors, 1,4-Dioxane, Botox Effects on the Brain, Animal Welfare.
  • April 2008
    Dr. Herma Eeftink Ruiter, Japanese Magazines, Natural Products Contain 1,4-Dioxane.
  • March 2008
    Paul Penders Hires New CEO, Paul Penders Gentle Shampoos, Growing Magazine Coverage, Book Exposes Cosmetics Dangers.
  • January 2008
    160 Medical Plants Rescued, Yoga Exercises Tone the Face, Paul Penders Expands R&D, Nanoparticles Banned.

Year 2007

  • December 2007
    The LifeCo Features Paul Penders as Guest Editor, Paul Penders Joins American Botanical Council, Paul Penders Chinese Factory Passes Inspection.
  • November 2007
    New Product Development Blossoms Under Guidance of Cosmetics Expert, Paul Penders Products Included in Green Guide, Lots of Lipsticks Loaded With Lead, Paul Penders Products Coming to Indonesia.
  • October 2007
    Expert Herbalist Takes PP Visitors on Jungle Tour, Paul Penders Launches Clothing Line, Naturally Firming the Bust, Beauty Editors Praise Paul Penders.
  • September 2007
    Japanese QVC Crew Films in Langkawi, International Delegates Learn About Natural Skin Care, LADA Chief Describes Vision for Langkawi Geopark, Meet the New Faces at Paul Penders!
  • July 2007
    Expert Herbalist Joins Paul Penders, 25,000 Products Unmasked, American Botanical Council Publishes New Book, How Stress Affects the Skin.
  • June 2007
    Detox Chain Adds Paul Penders Products, Trips Show Little Known Side of Rainforest, Triathlete Represents Paul Penders Line, Triathlete Magazine Recognizes PP Cold Processing.
  • May 2007
    New Combination Packages Are Here!, Product Spotlight: Paul Penders Mascara, Langkawi Becomes World's 8th Geopark, Paul Penders Expands in Japan.
  • April 2007
    Paul Penders Wins New Product Award, Reports Highlight Need for Safer Cosmetics, New Product: Paul Penders 100% Natural Soap, Opening of Hangzhou Factory.
  • February 2007
    Study Confirms Superiority of Ceramide-Based Products, Paul Penders Launches Natural Organic Product Formulas, Paul Penders Sponsors Ironman, Special Offer: LevensESSENTIEGold®.

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