Skin Food: Why Skin Care is as Important as Your Diet
Whenever you’re at the supermarket, you make an effort to visit the health food section and check out the latest on skin-loving nutritionals. There isn’t a day that goes by...
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11 Natural Gifts Perfect For Everyone On Your 2021 Holiday List!
The holiday season is in full swing, and we’re excited as ever to get caught up in the sparkle of lights and the joyful exchange of thoughtful gifts and appreciation...
7 Dermatologist-Approved Tips for Healthier Skin in the Winter
Winter temperatures can cause moisture to evacuate the skin, causing it to dry, crack, and appear/feel irritated.
How to Keep Babies Safe From Sun Damage: A Parent's Guide to Natural Sun Protection
Babies and young children are far more vulnerable to sun damage than adults — and the consequences can last a lifetime. This guide covers age-by-age sun safety guidelines, what to...
Tips and Advice for Using CBD for Your Pain
Always start with the lower dose of whichever CBD you are trying, then see how you feel. If you don't notice any negative side effects, it is then safe to...
Healthy Habits for 2021
Choose the healthy habits you want to incorporate into your life, then turn them into a routine. This is a great time to learn about habit stacking. With habit stacking,...
The Ultimate Natural Hair Care Guide for All Hair Types
Your guide to cleaner, healthier hair — from ingredients to avoid to the best natural shampoo bars for every hair type. Discover what your hair actually needs.
Skin Care by Skin Type: How to Build a Natural Skincare Routine That Actually Works
The right skincare routine depends entirely on your skin type — what works beautifully for dry skin can trigger breakouts on oily skin, and vice versa. Here’s how to identify...
The Story of Coffee: From Bean to Cup
Here’s a fun fact to start with. A coffee bean isn’t a bean at all. It’s, in fact, a seed that comes from a specific type of berries or fruit.
How to Blend Essential Oils for Therapeutic Purposes: Recipes & Techniques
Blending essential oils is both an art and a science. With the right combinations, you can create targeted blends for stress relief, better sleep, headache relief, mood support, and more....
6 Essential Oils Every Home Should Have: Lavender, Tea Tree, Peppermint & More
If you’re building your essential oil collection, start here. These 6 pure essential oils — lavender, tea tree, peppermint, lemongrass, eucalyptus, and rosemary — cover the widest range of everyday...
How Dry Brushing Can Help You Detox
Dry brushing promotes detoxification, exfoliates your skin, enhances the skin tone, and also leads to weight loss and cellulite reduction. What’s more, it even improves your respiratory and digestive function.
Cocoa Butter vs. Shea Butter vs. Mango Butter: What's the Difference & Which Is Best for Your Skin?
Cocoa butter, shea butter, and mango butter all moisturize deeply — but they're not interchangeable. This guide breaks down the differences, benefits, and which butter is best for your skin...
Perfection Banana & Mint Smoothie
If you're putting the mint in and you're thinking, "Megan, is it really this much mint?", then you are doing it right.
Best Soap for Your Skin Type: How to Choose a Natural Bar Soap, Body Wash & Facial Cleanser
Not all soaps are created equal — and the wrong one for your skin type can strip moisture, trigger breakouts, or throw off your skin’s pH balance. Here’s how to...
Switching to a Non-Toxic Skin Care Routine
If you are just beginning the journey to use natural ingredient products, I encourage you to take your time and pace yourself. Begin by making the resolution to eliminate two or...
