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 used every day in ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian societies due to its remarkable therapeutic and cosmetic properties. There are many ways to use Lavender…
In a world of ever-changing beauty standards and the technology to change almost everything about us, it can feel overwhelming to many to keep up. You don’t have to feel this way, nature makes us unique, and our differences and spirit make the world a better, more beautiful place. There are more ways than one…
Most of us love taking long, steamy baths in fragrant oils while listening to relaxing music, but the reality is often a quick shower and on with the day. However, you owe yourself to start making bathing a weekly ritual. Bathing has many benefits, especially if you add natural ingredients that can make you sleep…
Growing hair long, thick hair can be a struggle. Thinning strands are increasingly common due to pregnancy and postpartum hair loss, age, hormones, stress, illness, medical treatments, and medications, and it can be challenging to pinpoint the exact cause. There are many topical solutions to hair problems, and research shows that using certain essential oils…
What Are Carrier Oils? Carrier oils carry essential oils and other ingredients into the skin. Plant-based vegetable oils are derived from nuts, seeds, and fruit of various plants. Carrier oils are used as bases for cosmetic formulations and can also be used alone on the skin and hair. Choose natural, organic, and cold-pressed oils whenever…
If you’ve been looking for natural ways to boost hair growth, you may have already discovered rosemary’s powerful benefits. Traditionally used in cooking, this aromatic herb has become a staple in hair care routines for its ability to promote thicker, healthier hair. Thanks to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, rosemary helps stimulate blood circulation…
What is Minimal Beauty Minimal beauty is the paring down of beauty and bath products until you have what you need. It can also refer to having a natural, almost makeup-free look, and goes hand in hand with the ‘clean girl aesthetic!’ You may have noticed this term used a lot lately, as it fits…
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