A serum is a nutrition supplement for the skin. How do you incorporate a serum into your facial routine? A good rule of thumb to remember is that water comes first, and then you lock in that hydration with oil. Facial oils should always come last to seal in the moisture you’ve provided.
Many people swear by facial bar soaps as a face cleanser, others do not. So, is bar soap good for your face? The answer depends on the soap you choose.
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is one of our California native plants, and can be found almost everywhere. Learn how to identify, harvest and use yarrow.
Using DIY clay facial masks is a great way to cleanse pores, remove impurities and provide a polished glow. Plus, they’re really fun to mix up and use.
Come May and June of each year clouds of vibrant blue flowers grace the foothills and regale us with their distinctive aroma. What makes this native plant so extraordinary?
Rosemary, Salvia rosmarinus, is a fragrant evergreen shrub with purple/blue flowers. It's grown everywhere these days, but it originated in the Mediterranean.
You may notice that with increased hand-washing and the use of alcohol sanitizers your hands are drier and more chapped. We use our hands daily for so many things and rarely give them the care they need.
This year is seeing record breaking temps up and down the West Coast. Sharing my newest distillate with you ~ a cooling body spray. This hydrosol is a synergistic blend of corriander seed and lemon balm!
Are you getting ready to hit the road this summer? With businesses and travel starting to open up, many are starting to venture a little further from home. If that includes you, here are some ideas.
Greywater systems are a wonderful way to save water, however, the products that we use to clean ourselves and our homes with may have an effect on the soil and plants that are watered with it.
Got dirt? Then I have the thing for you! Natural pumice sourced from California's majestic Mt. Shasta. It’s the perfect exfoliator for dislodging and removing dirt, debris, and dead skin cells.
