Gua Sha originated as an ancient Chinese medical practice of using tools and implements rubbed along the body’s muscles to purge toxins, stimulate blood flow, and cause the regeneration of new skin cells. The practice of Gua Sha has now evolved into a significant facial beauty trend, which is still worth jumping on the bandwagon…
There’s a lot to love about all the luxurious, clean beauty products. While we have a passion for them, sometimes skincare can be as easy as looking in our kitchens and gardens for simple plant-based ingredients with excellent botanical properties that deliver practical solutions and benefits to our skin. Raw Honey has unique anti-inflammatory and…
Taking a bath is a soothing ritual. Most of us jump in the shower for a quick, refreshing scrub and wash our hair, and there is something slow, decadent, and comforting about taking a bath. Bathing in just bath water is no fun; even as a child, the bath had to be full of frothy…
If the eyes are the windows to the soul and the most expressed parts of our faces, it is no wonder that when those dark under-eye circles start to show up, we will do almost anything to eliminate them. A holistic approach is the best way to manage dark under-eye circles. A consistent regimen is…
Hair rinses are becoming increasingly common in finding natural solutions to hair care. As more of us are considering using botanical plant ingredients to replace commercial products, we have renewed interest in natural ingredients from our kitchens and gardens. Herbs have many health and beauty benefits, and some of the best ones for nourishing the…
We’ve all heard the expression, ‘I’ve got to get my beauty sleep,’ a slightly humorous way of understanding that we all look better after a good night’s sleep. What Is Beauty Sleep? Beauty sleep is the sleep considered sufficient to keep you young and beautiful. We know from experience that lack of sleep makes us…
Essential oils have many fragrances and properties that alter our mood and well-being. There are oils for relaxation, focus, energy, and happiness, so of course, there are essential oils that promote feelings of love, lust, warmth, and passion. You may feel a bit lackluster for many reasons, but one way to start getting your mojo…
Salt has been used for thousands of years, not just for eating and curing/preserving food, but as an essential natural ingredient in caring for the body. Salt solutions minimize sore throats, help relieve muscle aches and tension, and are beneficial in numerous cosmetic and body care formulas. Salt helps stimulate blood circulation, has anti-aging properties, and is exfoliating. It is…
If you eat a plant-based diet, you may wonder how to preserve and maintain the collagen levels in your skin. Can you get collagen-enriching foods on a plant-based diet? As collagen starts to decline as we age and due to environmental stressors, it is essential to note a diet rich in abundant plant foods can…
Lavender essential oil [Lavandula augustifolia] is one of the most popular and most used essential oils on the market. It is an oil that goes back centuries, and it was in everyday use in ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian societies due to its remarkable therapeutic and cosmetic properties. There are many ways to use Lavender…
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