5 Ways To Reduce Fall Breakouts | Easy Infographic Guide
5 Ways to reduce fall breakouts | Visual Guide by Amilee Bigham
Seasonal Skincare Shifts
Complete September Skin Reset Guide | Fall 2025
🍂 September Skincare Reset: Embrace Autumn with Glowing, Grounded Skin We’re almost to the “BER” months—and you know what that means… a little less sunshine, a lot more cozy vibes, and the official kickoff to sweater season. While we love crisp air, pumpkin-everything, and soft layers, this seasonal shift can also throw our skin into …
Skincare for the Trail: What to Bring Camping or Backpacking
Skincare for the Trail 🥾 When you’re headed into the wild, skincare probably isn’t the first thing you pack—but it shouldn’t be the last. Whether you’re backpacking deep into the backcountry or setting up camp for a weekend escape, your skin still needs care to keep it clean, protected, and break-out free. Here’s what to …
Which Aloe Gels to use this Summer – And Ingredients to Avoid
At Grounded Sage, we love aloe. Like, really love it. It’s soothing, cooling, hydrating, and basically the green juice of skincare. But not all aloe gels are created equal. A lot of what’s on store shelves? They’re less about healing and more about hiding behind a green label. For a long-time natural healer, aloe sure …
Can Antibiotics Cause Breakouts?
🌿 Gut, Skin, and the Aftermath of Antibiotics: What I’m Learning Through Folliculitis Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in skincare: the gut-skin connection — especially what happens to your skin after a round of antibiotics. Can antibiotics cause breakouts? Let’s find out! As someone who formulates skincare rooted in balance …
How Often Should You Exfoliate Sensitive Skin?
How Often Should I Exfoliate If I Have Sensitive Skin? Exfoliation is one of those skincare steps that seems simple—until your skin flares up, gets flaky, or feels raw. If you have sensitive skin, you’ve probably asked yourself: “How often should I exfoliate?” Or even: “Should I exfoliate at all?” The truth is, exfoliation can …
Silicone in skincare products when you have sensitive acne-prone skin
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 To Restore Moisture Without Triggering An Acne Breakout
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
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 …
Essential Oil Bug Spray Recipe – DIY recipe for natural bug repellent
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 …
Bright Spring Makeup Looks Using Handmade Herbal Cosmetics
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 …
