How to choose essential oils based on your zodiac sign
I’ve been obsessed with astrology for about a decade, so it was a DELIGHT to blend it with another passion: aromatherapy. Each oil in these zodiac blends was carefully selected to express the energy associated with each sign. Aries // Passionate and full … Continued
How to be more mindful
Being fully aware of the present moment allows for greater appreciation of life and its gifts. Sometimes routine activities like going to work or school, participating in social events, even cooking dinner can impair mindfulness. Stressful situations can be difficult … Continued
DIY bakuchiol serum – a retinol alternative for sensitive skin
Bakuchiol (“buh-KOO-chee-all”) is a promising herbal alternative to retinol, a popular skincare ingredient that delivers dramatic results. Retinol has been used for decades as a potent exfoliator and collagen builder. It is one of the few compounds that effectively trigger … Continued
How to do an armpit detox
One of the most common complaints about natural deodorant is that it doesn’t work as well as conventional types. Doing an armpit detox can help your natural deodorant work better for you. The armpit detox is popular with those who … Continued
How to use crystals in your self care routine
Life can be stressful and there is often little time to spend on self-care. Many times, when there is time to spend on self-care it is done in haste or even avoided. Taking a break and spending time on taking … Continued
How to make a tincture
A tincture is made up of a concentrated herbal liquid. Tinctures are unique in that they are able to concentrate as well as preserve the main properties of the herb. This allows tinctures to be longer lasting and more effective. … Continued
DIY self care box
A self care box can help you be more consistent with your self care. It’s normal for many of us to look up every once in awhile and realize we’ve been neglecting ourselves. A self-care kit is a tool you … Continued
Hemp is now legal for the first time in decades – what’s next?
Boom – on December 20, 2018, the 2018 Farm Bill was signed, legalizing industrial hemp for the first time in 40 years. The bill applies to many hemp-derived products that were previously controlled under drug laws, including CBD oil, (not … Continued
What’s the difference between hemp seed oil and CBD oil?
When two different products are derived from seemingly the same plant, it is only natural to get confused whether they are the same product or not. However, hemp seed oil and CBD oil are not one and the same, in … Continued
6 phrases to help you enforce boundaries
It’s no secret that family holidays can involve conflict and bad behavior. While it can be intimidating and guilt-inducing to put family members in their places, you have both the right and the responsibility to lay down some boundaries. According … Continued
8 ways to combat loneliness during the holidays
If you live far away from family or don’t have the best relationships with them, it can be easy to feel alone. Even those surrounded by family and friends can feel lonely during the holidays. To help you out, here … Continued