Friday, June 5, 2009

Baobab Lip Balm from Allafia











Washington State company makes a difference


Today, Africa is considered the poorest continent on Earth. Seventy-seven percent of Africans live on less than $2 per day, and women and children make up the majority of this number. African families must also cope with the impacts of diseases such as AIDS and malaria, high unemployment rates, and increasing problems with air and water pollution, including access to potable water.

Because I grew up in poverty in Togo, I feel morally responsible to dedicate my life to empowering our communities in Africa. I have chosen to promote indigenous African natural resources that are culturally, spiritually, economically and ecologically sustainable.

We also believe that Fair Trade applies to more than African communities and resources. The same care and philosophies are applied when crafting our creams, lotions, and soaps in Olympia, WA. We bring our handcrafted oils to Olympia, where we make our final products by hand in small batches.

We combine our handcrafted oils with other high quality ingredients, including pure essential oils and food grade preservatives. We believe customers should have access to body care products made with unrefined, natural ingredients free of harmful chemicals, such as parabens and petroleum derivatives.

Olowo-n'djo Tchala, Founder

Shea Butter & Baobab Lip Balm

Protect, moisturize and renew with Unrefined Shea Butter and Baobab Oil. Baobab Oil encourages cell growth, while shea butter has natural UV protective factors. Unique, smooth lip balm is enhanced with Sweet Orange and Mint essential oils. 0.15 oz.