It seems like this is the winter that never ends. Every time we get the beginning promises of spring and warmer temperatures, winter comes back with a vengeance. I, for one, am over it. Over. It. Not only am I ready for the warmer temps, but this weather is wreaking havoc in my skin and hair. If you’re anything like me, our skin is crying for moisture, and your hair…well, let’s just say ...
8 Great Benefits of Lavender
There are so many botanicals in our skin care routines that are really good for our skin. One of these is lavender. There are so many health benefits of Lavender that it’s difficult to know where to start. We're going to introduce you to the healing properties of lavender, and what you need to know about this delightful flowering herb. ...
All About Beessential Skincare + Giveaway
Thanks to Beessential for sponsoring this Our skin is our largest organ. Battle your dry winter skin with Beessential. Beessential is a brand that’s making their products from the source – their own bees! It started with an (almost) abandoned hive, and has grown into this business. They’re creating eco friendly products that aren’t only effective, but also feel so good, at an affordable ...
How to Make Lavender Mint DIY Dry Shampoo
There was a time, not so long ago, that it was believed that you needed to take a shower and wash your hair every single day. The new conventional wisdom is that you don’t need to wash your hair daily, and twice a week is generally adequate. What do you do when your hair needs a boost, though? DIY dry shampoo to the rescue! For some people, though, traditional dry shampoo dries ...
Our Favorite Activated Charcoal Skin Products
One of the trends I’ve been excited to see over the past couple of years is the uptick in natural beauty products. Activated Charcoal is having a moment in the beauty spotlight, and activated charcoal skin products are a huge part of this. Part of it is that the natural healing powers have been discovered – and embraced. Activated charcoal is used for detoxifying, and is particularly ...
How to Make a DIY Black Forest Chocolate Face Mask
Chocolate and cherries are a classic combination. Who doesn't love black forest cake or cherry cordials? That's part of the reason this Black Forest face mask is so great. Did you know that these items are also good for you - and your skin? It's true! Cherry juice is great for lightening skin and clearing up dark spots. Not only that, but cherries are also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, ...
28 Fantastic DIY Beauty Products to Make Right Now
We all love beauty products. Let's face it - we do! But they're not all good for us. Tons of items have ingredients that have NO BUSINESS being on our skin. After all, our skin is the largest organ, and everything we come in contact is absorbed by our bodies. One of the ways we can help to avoid things that we don't want is to make DIY beauty products. But where do we start? Never fear! ...
Sensitive Skin Care with Aubrey Organics
There are a lot of products and items that come across my desk. A lot of them are actually really great items, and those are the ones I post about the most. Once in a great while, there’s something that is truly abysmal, and I don’t usually share those. That doesn’t happen too often, luckily. Occasionally, there’s something that just rocks my world, and I’ll keep buying it. I’m sharing about one ...
