Rhodiola Rosea, also known as ‘Golden Root’ or ‘Arctic Root’ is a yellow flowering plant that can be found growing on sea cliffs in the high altitude mountains of the Arctic, Europe, Asia and North America. It’s a well-documented medicinal plant used historically to treat fatigue, stress, depression, fertility and even gastrointestinal disorders. Rhodiola has …
Daisy flower has a rich and storied history as a healing plant, offering multiple benefits to the skin. Listed as an ingredient on skincare product labels as Bellis Perrennis, which translates as “everlasting beauty,” daisy extract has a unique combination of polyphenols that work as tyronase inhibitors that naturally suppress the production of melanin. The …
There’s no reason to hold off on body cleansing rituals that support your system’s natural desire to detox. There are a number of self-nurturing beauty rituals – you may be doing already – that rev up the body’s capacity to flush out toxins and bring in the glow. Dry brushing Moving in long strokes toward …
Skin is a fantastic communicator that often reveals our unspoken emotions to the world. Our faces turn pink with embarrassment or white with fear. Complexions can appear sallow, dry or as if aged overnight, especially during difficult times. I used to suffer from adult acne. Incorporating a regular meditation practice was the key to clearing it up …
Treating yourself to a luxurious experience everyday starts with small changes. Something as simple as hydrating during the day can turn into a full spa experience with these inspired spa water recipes. In addition to hydration, they will provide some extra health benefits like reducing bloating, boosting energy, and improving digestion. We’ll leave you with …
According to Neka Pasquale, the nutritionist, acupuncturist, food-as-medicine brains behind Urban Remedy’s therapeutic juices, foods and supplements, choosing fresh foods that support your body’s natural cleansing functions is a great way to optimize the detoxifying workings of your kidneys, liver and gut. These smoothies, borrowed from her book Urban Remedy, The 4-Day Home Cleanse Retreat, …