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Friday is Venus Day: How to Bring More Pleasure Into Your Life

on Feb 24 2023

Friday is ruled by the planet Venus, named for the Roman Goddess of love, pleasure, beauty, and creativity. Here are some ways to bring more Venus energy into your life.

Fighting Colds Naturally with Mint & Rosemary + DIY Vapor Rub

on Jan 27 2023

Cold season is here, but I’m going to help you power through it with plant allies Mint and Rosemary! Read on for tips on how to use these herbs and essential oils during cold season, plus a DIY vapor rub recipe.

6 Plant Allies for Cold & Flu Season

on Jan 20 2023

Winter is here and so are seasonal diseases like colds, sinus infections, and the flu. Learn more about my favorite plant allies for cold season: peppermint, ginger, sage, rosemary, elderberry, and nettle.

Summer Skincare Tips

on Aug 01 2021

Summer is here! Depending on where you're located, you may experience increased humidity with the rise in temperatures, or you might have incredibly dry air. No matter where you are, these skincare tips will ensure you're taking proper care of your skin during the hot summer months.

Winter Skincare Tips & Must-Haves

on Nov 19 2020

Winter has arrived. Here in New England, this means dry air, freezing (and below-freezing) temperatures, and sometimes even snow! I do love the snow part, but the rest? Not so much. Here are some tips for taking care of your skin during these harsh winter months, and the products we recommend using.

Transitional Skincare Favorites for Fall

on Sep 27 2020

Fall is here and winter is on its way. Help ease your skin into cooler weather with a few of our favorite transitional skincare products.

Rose Quartz Radiate Love Ritual

on May 01 2020

Learn to banish negativity and radiate love for yourself and love for others with this simple ritual using rose quartz, rose petals, and a few of our favorite love-infused bath & body products.

DIY Two-in-One Pumpkin Spice Hair & Face Mask

on Oct 01 2019

It's Pumpkin Spice Latte Season! Get your PSL fix with this two-in-one facial and hair mask. Pumpkin is fantastic at balancing our scalp and skin's oil production, plus gently exfoliating with alpha hydroxy acids.

DIY Soothing (Non-Sticky) After Sun Aloe Spray

on Jul 15 2019

Make your own soothing, non-toxic, and non-sticky body spray for soothing sun burn with aloe, coconut oil, and essential oils of lavender and peppermint.

Ingredient Love: Green Tea

on Apr 08 2019

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!

How-To: Make a Lavender & Rice Heat Pack

on Jan 15 2019

How to make a lavender and rice-filled hot/cold pack, one of my essential tools for self-care. Heat it up in the microwave to soothe sore muscles or freeze it to help reduce swelling.

How-To: Use a Bath Tea as a Facial Steam

on Jan 08 2019

We may label our products one thing, but most of them have multiple uses. Did you know our bath teas can also be used as facial steams? It's super easy, and you can even re-use it as a bath tea after your facial steam, too!

Ingredient Love: Geranium

on Aug 10 2018

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.

Creative Energy Ritual for Midsummer / Summer Solstice

on Jun 21 2018

The sun is at its peak during the summer solstice, the festival most strongly correlated with the great ball of fire in the sky. We have the most hours of sunlight on this day and the earth is simply buzzing with energy. Read on for my ritual on harvesting the sun's creative energy.

#BeautyMyth: Skin Type (There's No Such Thing!)

on Jun 12 2018

Ladies & gents ~ we’ve been lied to our whole lives. There’s really no such thing as skin type. There is only what your skin needs in this moment. Hint: it usually needs water or oil. (Or both.)

Self Care Routine 10: Vanessa Milano #SelfLoveMonth

on Feb 26 2018

February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Hair Stylist Vanessa Milano shares her struggles with sensitive skin.

Self Care Routine 9: Hilary Swaim #SelfLoveMonth

on Feb 22 2018

February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Artist Hilary Swaim walks us through her morning and evening skincare rituals.

Self Care Routine 8: Erica Midkiff #SelfLoveMonth

on Feb 18 2018

February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Content coach and momma Erica Midkiff shares her tips for cultivating positivity and mindfulness, and relaxing with the occasional bath.

Self Care Routine 7: Avé Rivera #SelfLoveMonth

on Feb 15 2018

February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Artist Avé Rivera shares an alternate use for our Orange + Bergamot Beard Oil.

Self Care Routine 6: Corey Hoffmann #SelfLoveMonth

on Feb 12 2018

Self care isn't just for ladies! Barber Corey Hoffmann (who keeps all the guys in our friend group lookin' reeeal good at Garrett's Barber Shop) shares his personal grooming tips + product recommendations for guys. He's a big fan of our private labeled Lavender + Cedar Beard Oil.