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  • FACIAL CARE  

    3-Step Facial
    Facial Soap
    Foaming Facial Cleanser
    Toning Facial Mist
    Facial Serum
    Facial Mask
    Lip Balm

    BODY CARE  

    Body Soap
    Body Oil
    Liquid Hand Soap
    Soap of The Month

    FEATURED  

    Gifts
    Accessories
    Merchandise

    DISTILLATES  

    Essential Oils 101
    Essential oils
    Hydrosols
  • The Vault
  • Skin Type 
    • Sensitive
    • Dry/Mature
    • Combination
    • Oily
  • Skin Quiz
  • About 
    • Meet The Maker
    • Distillation
    • Ingredients
    • Blog
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Mountain Girl Blog

How To Use Facial Serums

July 08, 2023 1 Comment

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.

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Healing Lifestyle's 2023 Earth Day Beauty Awards

April 22, 2023

Healing Lifestyles announced the winners of their 2023 Earth Day Beauty Awards and Mountain Girl Essentials won!

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Regular vs. Colloidal Oatmeal

January 01, 2023 1 Comment

Got dry skin? Try colloidal oatmeal! Oatmeal is a classic ingredient used to soothe the skin and relieve itchy and dry skin conditions. 

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Is It Good To Wash Your Face With Bar Soap?

August 14, 2022

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.

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Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

July 19, 2022

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is one of our California native plants, and can be found almost everywhere. Learn how to identify, harvest and use yarrow.

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DIY Clay Mask Recipes

June 19, 2022

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.

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Wildfire Smoke and Your Skin

June 10, 2022

We know that wildfire smoke can cause lung and heart problems, but how does wildfire smoke affect your skin? 

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Ceanothus California Lilac - Soap Plant

May 27, 2022

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?

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What are the benefits of Rosemary?

May 01, 2022

Rosemary, Salvia rosmarinus, is a fragrant evergreen shrub with purple/blue flowers. It's grown everywhere these days, but it originated in the Mediterranean. 

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Taking Care of Your Hands

January 21, 2022

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.

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How To Use Oils In Skin Care

October 08, 2021

Oils are a necessity in my skin care routine. But if you’re new to using body and facial oils you might wonder how they work and how to use them. 

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How To Wash Your Face

August 14, 2021

Watch the video and learn the 3 benefits of Foaming Facial Cleanser

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Is Soap Safe for Bathing in Lakes?

July 04, 2021 1 Comment

I can bathe in the lake if I use biodegradable soap, right? This is a myth. Just don’t do it. No matter what the label says.

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All-Natural Way to Beat The Heat

June 30, 2021

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! 

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Top Travel Tips + Tricks

June 26, 2021

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.

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Is Your Soap Safe for Greywater Systems?  

June 23, 2021

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.

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Important Step In an Anti-Aging Routine

June 20, 2021

How our skin's natural desquamation process helps our skin look younger and what you can do to help it along.

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Benefits of California Rose Hydrosol

June 11, 2021

Some call it Rose Water, hydrosol, hydrolat, floral water. It’s the product of steam distilling rose petals. What makes it so special is...

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4 Easy Picks for Summer

June 05, 2021

Keep cool and sail through the heat waves with these easy picks for summer.

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What Are The Benefits of Pumice Stones?

May 09, 2021

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.

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