The winter solstice begins on December 21st and much like the autumn season, winter is about allowing our bodies to enter a resting period.  During winter, things in nature take a rest as snow falls and lakes and rivers freeze.  This resting is essential because winter is about conservation and storage, which allows healing and regeneration in time […]

Lately, I’ve been reading some books on Feng Shui and Chinese Medicine, which both teach us how to harness energies to harmonize ourselves with our environments.  During my studies, I have learned about the energetic practices to implement during each season so that we can be in better balance, both mentally and physically.   In Chinese medicine, […]

When you want to incorporate dried flowers or any botanical in skincare products, it’s essential that they be dried sufficiently to eliminate water content so as to prevent any fungus or bacteria from growing in your skincare creation.  This specifically applies in regards to recipes where there is an oil content.  Oil and water generally do not […]