sustainable beauty
We look for sustainable products in our everyday household items - metal straws, shopper totes, reusable water bottles - but why not carry this pr...
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very vegan: what is vegan skin care?
The vegan lifestyle eschews products which have been derived from animals of any type, including meat, dairy, and honey. But what about vegan skinc...
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the potent papaya
All praise the papaya - in addition to being a delicious vegan fruit, it contains papain, one of the most useful enzymes known to man. Skin soother...
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yearning for yarrow
While you may not be familiar with the beneficial properties of this demure plant, yarrow has a long and complex history as a medicinal herb. Boast...
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the powerful pomegranate
From ancient Egypt to modern times, the pomegranate has been worshipped as a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Used as a natural remedy for over ...
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crazy for kukui
Native to India and Indonesia, the kukui nut eventually migrated to Brazil and Hawaii. Translated as "light" or "enlightenment" from the Hawaiian, ...
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lotus love
The lotus flower has been treasured throughout history as a sacred symbol of purity and vitality. But you may not know its hidden secrets. The lot...
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superfoods for your face
Superfoods are everywhere and in everything. But what are they, really, and what makes them think they're so special? And why are they in skincare...
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the smoking gun
You know it's bad for your health. But did know how bad it is for your skin? If you need yet another reason to quit smoking, read on.
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giving thanks
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all the others.” -Cicero A little late, but never belated. Our founder muses about...
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so red the rose
Beauty, blushing cheeks, and romance: the sweetly-scented rose has many evocative associations - and that's before we even start on how it can tran...
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crazy for coconuts
Coconut oil is one of those ingredients that has garnered swathes of gushing press in recent years, with everyone from celebrity stylists to beauty...
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mind your greens
Basil, mint, and sage: perfect for perking up both pasta and your skin. We're talking specifically about holy basil, peppermint, and clary sage. Th...
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