We love aloe at florapothecarie! Aloe is well known for its anti-inflammatory, sunburn-soothing effects, but did you know it's also a great antibacterial and incredibly moisturizing? This makes it great for both skin and hair care.

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Hello, I'm Sami and I have a tea addiction. Black, green, white, oolong, herbal... you name it, I've got it. I drink it straight or make chai lattes in the winter and matcha green tea ice cream in the summer. Studies have shown antioxidant-rich teas can help prevent a boatload of health issues from cancers to heart disease, and they have some pretty great beauty benefits too!

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Geranium flowers symbolize true friendship. The uplifting essential oil relieves anxiety and fatigue. In skin and hair care products, geranium essential oil balances the oil production in your skin and scalp and is safe to use on all skin types.

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Cocoa butter is one of my favorite ingredients to work with because it's incredibly moisturizing, hypoallergenic, and smells like chocolate! It's remarkable at preventing and healing stretch marks, scars, burns, and chapped skin due to its high antioxidant content.

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Salt and the sea have been known healers for thousands of years, even before the Romans perfected natural hot spring baths. Let's take a look at the three most popular salts used in beauty, bathing, and body care: Dead Sea Salt, Epsom Salt, and Himalayan Salt.

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