Studies show that the color blue is one that evokes senses of calmness, relaxation, and peace. Nature must be onto something, because the violet-blue botanical compound Chamazulene does exactly that. This new ‘it’ ingredient is finding its way into many of our most coveted new products from our favorite clean beauty brands, and is showing …
The secret is out. Turmeric is a holistic active that is as good taken in as it is when applied topically. Few single ingredients boast as many health benefits as this little golden nugget, making it a sure bet for health and beauty. Between beauty and nutrition, turmeric, Curcuma Longa, is probably the most common …
While Mindfulness at work may be the up-to-the-minute HR trend in businesses today, its a practice that the spa industry pioneered decades ago. I was first introduced to meditation about 20 years ago, about a year in to my role as the Assistant Spa Director at a popular east coast destination spa. The program was …
I have been holding my breath for nearly a year, waiting to deliver the beautiful cylindrical boxes – each hand made in Bulgaria – that encase this month’s Hero Product, Circle of Protection Body Oil. But before we get there, let me back up. My first encounter with max and me was love at first …
Growing up in Hawaii, my daily ritual included a dip in the ocean. It was a part of the culture and was as habitual as brushing my teeth or eating breakfast. I knew instinctively that swimming in the ocean was good for my skin and body, but it wasn’t until I moved to the East …
People often ask me how I decide if a product is worthy of being a Hero. While I’ve cultivated and refined my Inspired Curation process over the years, the truth is that it’s my powerful instincts that guide my decision making. When I smell, touch and experience a superior, Hero-worthy product, I feel it throughout …