anokha skin care journal

sustainable beauty

we look for sustainable products in our everyday household items - metal straws, shopper totes, reusable water bottles - so why not carry this practice over into our beauty routines?from ethical s...

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 skincare? Vegan skincare implies that the products do n...

ingredient focus: 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. boasting a penetrating fresh and herbaceous odor, it's ...

ingredient focus: 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 3000 years, the pomegranate has re-emerged as the ...

ingredient focus: kukui

native to India and Indonesia, the kukui nut eventually migrated to Brazil and Hawaii. translated as "light" or "enlightenment" from the Hawaiian, the oil from this little nugget has been used to b...

totally turmeric

it’s not just for colorful curries anymore - superfood turmeric packs a punch in the health and beauty department too. turmeric is having a moment right now. aside from making a seriously delicious...

amla: how a sacred fruit brightens the skin

the amla fruit is prized for its high levels of antioxidants and tannins, which eliminate free-radical induced damage of the skin. the high levels of vitamin C allow it to be used as a natural skin...