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Ingredient Focus: Cherry Blossom
An ancient Japanese beauty ingredient that is more than just a fragrance Before scientific research showed that pure Cherry Blossom Extract had proven benefits for skin, women in ancient Japan...
Ingredient Focus: Cherry Blossom
An ancient Japanese beauty ingredient that is more than just a fragrance Before scientific research showed that pure Cherry Blossom Extract had proven benefits for skin, women in ancient Japan had already incorporated the flowers into their skin care routines. It’s become a popular beauty ingredient in brands worldwide, but how can you tell if your Cherry Blossom products are more than just a scent? The...
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A Hot Stone Facial...In A Sheet Mask? Why & How We Did It
History Of The Hot Stone Most of us are familiar with Hot Stone massages (if you haven’t tried one, you NEED to try). It’s an ancient tradition with roots in...
A Hot Stone Facial...In A Sheet Mask? Why & How We Did It
History Of The Hot Stone Most of us are familiar with Hot Stone massages (if you haven’t tried one, you NEED to try). It’s an ancient tradition with roots in Ayurvedic Indian wellness remedies, which uses the placement of warmed lava stones on certain parts of the body to boost circulation, heat compress and relax sore muscles. Hot Stone Facial massages also exist, but are less...
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Earth Day Special: Our Earth First Policy Update
Another year has come around and another Earth Day is fast approaching. This year has been a very different year for most as millions of people have self-isolated to help...
Earth Day Special: Our Earth First Policy Update
Another year has come around and another Earth Day is fast approaching. This year has been a very different year for most as millions of people have self-isolated to help flatten the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic spread. Decreased human and industrial activities have had a profound effect on nature but this coming 22nd of April is still an important reminder to us all to reflect...
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How Often Should You Sheet Mask?
It might sound strange, but it is common for women in Japan, Korea and Taiwan to sheet mask daily. In Korea, sliced cucumbers were also used (there are special cucumber...
How Often Should You Sheet Mask?
It might sound strange, but it is common for women in Japan, Korea and Taiwan to sheet mask daily. In Korea, sliced cucumbers were also used (there are special cucumber slicing machines just for this!).It's definitely something that can be incorporated into your daily skincare routine but for most of us, we recommend sheet masking 2 - 3 times a week. For faster results, you can...
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How “Green” Are Your Beauty Purchases?
A Definitive Guide to Eco-conscious Packaging The beauty industry creates 120 billion units of packaging every year. This packaging is one of the worst contributors for plastic waste pollution overall....
How “Green” Are Your Beauty Purchases?
A Definitive Guide to Eco-conscious Packaging The beauty industry creates 120 billion units of packaging every year. This packaging is one of the worst contributors for plastic waste pollution overall. As an exercise, simply consider the amount of skincare and makeup you personally own and how much of these jars, tubes, containers, pouches are made from non-recyclable items or contain plastic glitters. Safety vs Environmental Needs It...
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