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Aside from sharing life lessons, best practices and hacks, I love to share the things I get really excited about. As I write, explore, and discover, I’ll add more great favorites and findings here in the PVS Shop so please check back, and be sure to visit the Resources page for links to helpful sites and great blogs.

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Shop LatinX Regalitos

In the Pura Vida Sometimes Threadless Shop, find t-shirts in every style and color, face masks, and other stuff. Designs include “The Future is Latina” and PVS papel picado.

Mitú Shop

Mitú Shop

You know Mitú from their hilarious videos (If you haven’t seen Cholos Try kale chips, you Google it now), but did you know they also have an awesome shop?

Iconic New York Art PrintAlfalfa's Iconic New York

The Iconic New York poster by notable Mexican designer Rafael Esquer’s Alfalfa Studio in NY celebrates the neighborhoods, landmarks, and architecture that make New York one of the most iconic cities in the world. You can spend hours looking at this print and discover something new each time – trust me, it’s been hanging in our house for the last 6 years. Also check out the apparel tab at left for Alfalfa’s Latin Divas and Deadly Sins.

Reina Rebelde eyeshadow quadsReina Rebelde quad

Reina Rebelde luxury cosmetics asks you to remind the world que tu eres La Jefa de tu vida. These 4 Play Wet Dry Eye Color eyeshadow quads come in a lot of great colors.

Cha Cha CoversCha Cha CoversHave you ever wanted to carry the Virgencita with you on your nails? What about Selena… Cardi B…. succulents… or sarapes? I get sooooo many compliements on these culturally relevant nail designs.

Crafty Chica Store

Crafty ChicaKathy Cano-Murillo, aka the Crafty Chica, Latin inspired crafter and DIY goddess offers a wealth of tutorials on her site but also has a shop full of desert and LatinX totes, mugs, shirts, candles and more!

Reina Rebelde bolsa

Reina Rebelde bolsa

The picture doesn’t do this metallic cherry red accessory/makeup bag justice. Not only is it blingy but the traditional tattoo art makes it pretty ruda also. I love mine! Plus, it’s available at Target now.

ILAMENTS Jewelry – Latina Fashion

Ilaments JewelryFrom arracadas to beautiful boldly contrasting necklaces, ilaments Latina Fashion features imported sterling silver jewelry that supports traditional Mexican artisans.

Fúchila Fresheners

Fúchila FreshenersIf your car smells like Panda Express and parranda, you’d better freshen it up! Instead of colorful pinetrees, how about Celia Cruz, Selena, Frida, Juanga,  or Walter Mercado – and many more to choose from!

Shop Clean Personal Care & Beauty

Clean beauty shops:

Wondering where to score some beautiful clean personal care products? Check out these stores or visit the brands’ websites.

The Detox Market
Citrine Natural Beauty Bar – If you’re anywhere in Arizona or Sonora, stop by the Biltmore shops and ask the beautiful ladies for a makeover.
Beauty Heroes
Integrity Botanicals
A Guide to Clean Beauty Boxes (cost & worldwide shipping)

For specific product recommendations, click on the tabs to the left!

Shop Books

Raw and RadiantNever has raw food been so easy and accessible. You’d be surprised how easy it is to make your own nutmilk. Everything in here is delish, especially the superfood ceral.

Delicious anti-inflammatory meals and amazing photography

Complex, rich central Mexican style cuisine (my absolute favorite!)

The aroma in the cooking demo where I first met Rebecca was intoxicatingly sumptuous. All her books are great, but this has my favorite gazpacho recipes.

The healthiest, anti-inflammatory diets from around the world

Delves into the science on why the conventional “eat less, exercise more” dogma is flawed and how fat isn’t the enemy.

How crops and food production have changed our phytonutrient intake and how to make the most of the foods you are eating.

Home remedies to common ailments that really work from Tieraona Low Dog, MD

A beautiful, informative textbook on common and useful medicinal herbs

A great starter for a transition to clean beauty

Shop Home & Kitchen

Magnetic Drawing Tablet

Magnetic Drawing Tablet

Great low-tech fun for road trips and while parents try to enjoy their dinner.

Hey techie parents, lead by example and sleep better – these are fur us!
HEALTH LISTS Blue Light Blocking Reading Glasses for Better Sleep

Blue Light Blocking Reading Glasses

Silicone baking mats

Cookies, french fries, low-carb pizza. They help cut back on oil, never stick to the food, and they’re safe in the oven.

Zyliss Garlic Press

Throw a whole unpeeled clove in the press, smash it through, then clean the press with the included tool. Let the garlic sit 10 minutes before adding it to food for optimal nutritional benefits.

Takeya Tea Maker 

Made of BPA-free AcraGlass that work great with hot and cool liquids. Make sun tea, or add hot water to loose tea leaves, and have it ready in minutes.

Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender

Great for smashing refried beans right in the pot, blending simple smoothies, whipping egg whites, making your own whipped cream, and more.

Every Drop Beauty Spatula

Get the last drop out of even the tiniest bottles – stretch the value of premium products.

Hookless Snap-in Shower Curtain

This curtain is a game-changer for me in home care. It’s easy to put up and take down and whenever it gets not-so-fresh, you can wash and dry it – no mildew ever. I noticed it at a number of high-end hotels, and tracked it down for cheap on Amazon.