Fall 2009

Best Sellers in Stowe, Vermont By Theresa Sinclair

The Body Lounge

Beth Gadbois, owner of the Body Lounge, sets high standards for the products she carries in her store: They have to be made using essential oils instead of synthetic fragrances, and contain no parabens or petrochemicals. “Consumers don’t want to have to do a lot of work, my job is to decipher the ingredients list so they can trust that they’re getting the highest quality and most natural skin and body products available,” Gadbois says.

Exclusivity is another factor in selecting a line. Some products may make the grade for quality and sustainability but are turned down because they are too readily available in other stores. The Body Lounge has even collaborated with a local herbalist and soap maker to design the store’s own private label collection. In addition to a full line of bath and body products The Body Lounge has expanded into selling handbags and accessories by certified fair trade vendors.

“We live in a consumer society,” says Gadbois. “It’s great that we can use our choices to make a difference in peoples’ lives.”

Best Sellers
Vermont Made: Vermont Bee Balm
Aromatherapy: Deep Steep Grapefruit-Bergamot Collection
Hair Care: Mason Pearson Brushes
Pet Care: John Masters Dog Poo
Handbags: Uca Ruffatti recycled tire and leather bags

Beth and Mike Gadbois; owners
802.253.7333
BodyLoungeVT.com

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Theresa Sinclair

Artist and writer Theresa Sinclair's works have appeared in shows and publications throughout New England. Examples of her art can be found at http://sinclairstudiosart.blogspot.com. She currently works from her family's small farm in northern Vermont.