Botanical Infusions
Making herbal or floral infused oils is a fun and rewarding process. This time of year is the best time to get picking your flowers and herbs for drying. So once you pick them (one of my favorite flowers to pick and dry is chamomile and calendula) then lay them out on a clean surface covered with […]
Sugar Cane Body Scrub
Exfoliating your skin is essential for removing dead skin cells clogging the skin and exposing new skin cells beneath. This will allow your skin to absorb moisturizing products more easily and will leave your skin looking fresh and glowing. I love to use homemade sugar scrub in the shower at least once a week. Just fyi, it is […]
Yarrow Healing Salve
Yarrow is one of my favorite little herbs because it has so many healing properties. It is so beneficial in treating minor cuts, burns, and rashes. Some people have skin reactions to yarrow so its best to ensure that your skin doesn’t react negatively to it prior to use. I love to leave this healing salve handy in […]
Lemon Balm Bug Spray
As promised, here is my recipe for Lemon Balm Bug Spray. Lemon Balm is such a great herb and is really effective in this formula. Here ya go! Lemon Balm Bug Spray Ingredients: 1 cup of dried lemon balm leaves A sprig or two of dried catnip and/or mint Witch Hazel Extract Essential Oil (optional) Directions: 1. Fill […]
Yoga for Glowing Skin
Can doing yoga benefit the skin? Yes, indeed! Practicing yoga postures (asanas) can increase blood circulation and lead to a reduction of toxins in the body. Poses that increase blood flow and oxygen to the face, such as forward bends and inversions, help to provide you with a gentle radiance, due to the increase in blood circulation to […]
The Beneficial Effects on the Skin of Spending Quality Time with Animals
One of the greatest things a person can do to help alleviate stress on the mind and body, and hence the skin, is to spend quality time with animals. There have been studies done where it has been discovered that playing with animals can help elevate seratonin and dopamine in the body, which can help calm […]
Ayurvedic Massage & Oil Recipe
The art of ayurvedic oil massage is called Abhyanga and it is an important daily routine in Ayurveda, an ancient Indian health theory and practice that began thousands of years ago. Ayurveda itself is a health practice that is centered on maintaining a balanced body and mind. In this ancient theory, there are a series […]
Staying Hydrated in the Warmer Months + Water Infusion Recipe
With the warm weather coming its so important to ensure that your skin and body are getting full hydration. This can be particularly challenging when you live in a super dry climate like Southern Utah and the other southwestern states. The first tip, albeit obvious, is to make sure you are getting enough water each day. I try […]
Facial Steaming + Floral Facial Steam Recipe
Steaming is an underused skincare regimen that has some amazing benefits. This technique is known to help improve circulation within the skin, clear pores, and softens the skin, which all contribute to a more glowing complexion. The four ingredients that I like to use in facial steam are chamomile, lavender, rose and mint. Chamomile is […]
Cucumber Benefits for the Skin + Cucumber Toner Recipe
The cucumbers in the garden are ready for picking. I am so excited as they are some of my favorite vegetables to grow and to have in the kitchen. As they have such a high water content, they are wonderful to keep the body and skin hydrated, especially when it is hot outside. They are […]