Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past two years, face oils are still en vogue. In the winter, they are the beauty equivalent to a cozy cashmere sweater. In the spring, they can feel as light as silk against the skin. So why do some folks still hold dear to their phobia …
Jasmine is a sweet and seductive night blooming flower native to Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa with a wealth of healing benefits. Although there are more than 200 species, only two are traditionally harvested for their essential oil – Jasminum Grandiflora (Royal Jasmine) and Jasmine Officinale (Common Jasmine). A treasured aphrodisiac, Jasmine is known for …
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 …
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