This natural and holistic guide to beauty combines the ancient principles of Ayurveda with the modern-day knowledge of skin biology. With these tools, understand the root causes of common skin ailments and how to rebalance your body, mind and spirit for a flawless, glowing complexion. Learn how to develop your own personal skincare practices based on your individual needs, and tailored to the constraints, issues and values of our current environment. BEAUTY: PURE + SIMPLE brings out our natural beauty through better health!

KRISTEN MA is the co-owner of Pure + Simple Inc., a group of holistic spas with its own line of natural skin-care and make-up. She was drawn to the world of skin-care at age ten when she started to experience her own skin ailment: chronic acne. Kristen is an Ayurvedic Practitioner and Esthetician and studied in both North America and India to deepen her understanding of the connection between internal health and external beauty.

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Beauty: Pure + Simple is a practical guide to modern skincare using the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. A state of inner balance between body, mind and consciousness and the doshas, beauty is eternal and crystal clear and Kristen Ma shows how to be beautiful at all ages according to doshic principles.

Dr. Vasant Lad, Ayurvedic Physician and Author of Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing

“Kristen Ma’s knowledge, insight, easy-to-understand language and personal anecdotes into the world of Ayurveda and all-natural skin, hair and beauty care made this a compelling and inspiring read.”

Chantel Simmons, Author of Stuck in Downward Dog

"Ma proves herself to be an honest practitioner whose rich knowledge of beauty and the body are founded in the ancient Indian philosophy of Ayurveda. Neither Ma nor this book is interested in a quick treatment fix that will zap a symptom. Much like a homeopath, she is interested in understanding and treating the root of the problem."

“This is not like other beauty books. It’s an intelligent and sensitive guide to getting the best skin possible, without harsh chemicals. I feel like I’m pampering myself just reading it!”

Alanna Mitchell, Author of Sea Sick: The Global Ocean in Crisis

“Beauty, Pure + Simple is an enlightened, holistic approach to skincare, brimming with informative advice for a healthier, more beautiful complexion.”

Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada