The topic of silicone in skincare products when you have sensitive acne-prone skin doesn’t often come up… until it does. Then it opens a whole discussion that ranges from silicones in skincare, in general, to silicone-free skincare brands, to personal experiences vs what the science says, and more. But let me tackle one aspect of …
How’s your skin doing? If winter has gotten the best of it and you’re not sure how to restore moisture without triggering an acne breakout, this post is for you! Avoiding breakouts while also… tackling sticky cells fortifying our skin’s lipid barrier and getting rid of a buildup of dead skin cells … is a common stumbling …
Herbs for Clear Skin and why they work! Here is a list of the most healing herbs & plants (along with their benefits) for troubled, sensitive skin that’s having difficulty getting clear of acne breakouts. Aloe Extremely soothing Hydrating and moisturizing Boosts healing Antibacterial and antimicrobial Increases collagen synthesis Comfrey Contains anti-aging antioxidants …
It’s not summer until you have a natural essential oil bug spray recipe that keeps the bugs away. 🦟 You don’t need anything fancy to make your very own essential oil bug spray. This natural recipe is simple and super effective. This essential oil bug spray recipe repels: ✅ Horse flies with lavender and …
Spring is in the air, so today, we’re bringing you two bright spring makeup looks that use eco cosmetics that are good for your skin. Each cruelty-free, vegan cosmetic in these two looks was artisan made right here in Canada by the Grounded Sage team! Check out the two looks below, and when planning out …
We’re celebrating the arrival of spring with a special collection of handmade bath and body products straight from our eco-friendly apothecary. First up is our five limited edition body butters. You might have spotted the social media announcement where I talked about what inspired the Sweet Bergamot Body Butter. Today, I’m sharing the inspiration behind the …
Plant-Based Skin Care Tips for Spring. These simple, nature-based tips infuse healing herbs and grounding plant-based remedies into your slow living routine this spring. Sun Protection Have a step in your morning skincare routine that provides mineral UV protection by finding a formula that works well for your skin. Related Holistic Skin Care Links: Face …
QUESTION: If you’re finding mineral sunscreen hard to wash off, or if you’ve discovered just how calming natural sun protection can be for your sensitive skin but need to know how to remove zinc oxide cream from your skin, you’re in the right place! Today we look at how to wash off mineral sunscreen or …
QUESTION: The following question was asked by a radiant rebel in our Facebook community: Why does sunscreen cause breakouts? Are mineral sunscreens comedogenic? A radiant rebel within our community wondered about congestion and breakouts from mineral sunscreens during a discussion about ingredients and skin sensitivities. I thought it would be helpful to publicly share my answer …
Guest post by Whisper Gardiner of Alternate Routes For those of us who don’t love the cold, getting movement in through the winter months can be hard. Instead of replacing our outdoor hikes, bikes or swims, we get naturally throughout the summer, we sit indoors waiting for the nice weather to come back, but in …
Guest post by Brooke of Blissfully Barefoot & Azalea Yoga. I’m Brooke one of Azalea yoga’s certified instructors and a certified reflexologist. I’ve been teaching yoga at many different facilities for the past three years and working with reflexology clients for the past year and a half. I am writing to you today about how …
Guest post by Alex of Azalea Yoga. For myself, I think it’s great to create a home oasis or self-recharging station at home. We all know that days of winter can be both extremely hectic leading up to Christmas but also long dark and dreary which can cause stress and a feeling of “stuckness”. I …
