Meditation and the Skin
It’s been quite awhile since I have done a post. Life has been busy, but I’m committed to doing at least one post a week now. As life has been so hectic, I have been relying on my meditation and yoga practice a lot more to bring balance and grounding to my life. An early morning meditation […]
New Product Coming Soon
A new Misha Jo Naturals product is coming in the next month. I will give you a hint…it is going to be a hydrosol, which is another name for a a botanically infused water meant for topical use on the face and body. Hydrosols have been used throughout history for their skincare benefits. They are less concentrated than […]
Benefits of Sunflower Seed Oil for the Skin
Sunflower seed oil is such an amazing oil for the skin. We use it in two of our products—our Mint Balm for Lips and our Rose Peppermint Lip & Cheek Tint. It is truly a magical oil. It is incredibly moisturizing and it has anti-aging, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, as well. One of its most powerful attributes is that […]
DIY Pumpkin Face Mask
This face mask is particularly nourishing during autumn. As the weather cools off and our skin gets a little drier, it’s important to apply a skincare regimen that is extra moisturizing. This face mask fits well into that regimen. Pumpkin contains zinc, beta carotene and fatty acids, which are all incredibly beneficial for the maintenance of a clear, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Radishes for Healthy Skin~Recipe: Summertime Radish Tartine
Radishes are a root vegetable that have been around for as long as can be remembered and they are known to be a great vegetable for healthy skin. Radishes have a high water content, helping to keep the body hydrated and maintaining moisture in the skin. Radishes also contain Vitamin C, which are known to […]
The Power of Meditation
Meditation is such a hot topic nowadays and there are so many definitions of what meditation means. For one person, it might mean sitting quietly in nature, for another it might mean praying, for another it might mean just relaxing their mind in whichever way they find most comforting. I happen to like the thought […]