In the fall of 2022, we made a lot of changes to our product line. The goal was to simplify product choices for our radiant rebels, streamline our production in the studio, source more sustainable + local ingredient choices, and ultimately, make way for the very best era of Grounded Sage Skincare yet!
We've been around since 2009, so bringing about "the best era yet" was no small task! We're no strangers to shooting for the stars, blazing new trails, and leading with our hearts. So, we didn't back down from making some major shifts to keep Grounded Sage mindfully moving in a sustainable, supportive, and soulful direction.
After spending endless hours juggling all the pieces needed to bring our new product line into existence, each carefully crafted option is now available in our online shop.
Many of you have already retaken the product quizzes to find your best matches from the new lineup. If you haven't, the quiz results have been updated, so I highly recommend going through each quiz again. Here are the direct links:
- Quiz: Find your perfect cleanser
- Quiz: Say hello to your hydrator
- Quiz: Meet your moisturizer
We've also created the ultimate substitution guide, which you can find below if you're looking for quick recommendations on the "closest match to (insert discontinued product name here)."
Finally, if you'd like to know which products from the new lineup are working for other radiant rebels, be sure to join us in the private facebook group.
The Ultimate Substitution Guide
If you loved using Patchouli Facial Moisturizer, try:
- Mango & Pineapple Facial Moisturizer for acne healing + repair + prevention. Who it's best for:
- Those with active acne who need a lot of antioxidant support
- Those with acne that's (mostly) non-inflammatory. Instead, their breakouts are related to sticky sebum (damaged oils on our skin become sticky and contribute to the formation of acne), clogged pores, a buildup of dead skin cells, and potentially skin flora (the skin microbiome) that could use some support.
- Soothing Shea Facial Moisturizer for acne-prone skin safe redness relief. Who it's best for:
- Those who are acne-prone but currently have no (or minimal) active blemishes
- Those who are prone to dry skin as well as acne.
- Calendula & Oat Facial Moisturizer for acne-prone skin safe redness relief + hydration + UV protection. Who it's best for:
- Those with acne (or acne-prone skin) that's more inflammatory in nature. While sticky sebum and dead skin cells play a role in all acne, squashing inflammation is priority number one when it comes to getting and staying clear of acne for those with the Desert Marigold skin type.
- A few examples of who would benefit most from Calendula & Oat Facial Moisturizer (rather than Mango & Pineapple Facial Moisturizer) would be those with autoimmune disorders (which cause whole-body inflammation, including on our skin), those who have rosacea + acne-prone skin, and those who don't suspect that excess oil is a significant contributing factor to their acne.
- Those whose skin feels dehydrated quickly throughout the day (this includes skin feeling tight, hot, stingy, or increasingly sensitive, which are all tell-tale signs that the skin needs additional protection from external elements).
- Those who find their skin is the most comfortable and clear (of acne) when they are using skincare that focuses on calming sensitivities rather than active/stimulating ingredients.
If you loved using Raw Radiance Facial Moisturizer, try:
- Mango & Pineapple Facial Moisturizer for acne healing + repair + prevention. Who it's best for:
- Those with active acne who need a lot of antioxidant support (this was the main feature of Raw Radiance)
- Those with acne that's (mostly) non-inflammatory. Instead, their breakouts are related to sticky sebum (damaged oils on our skin become sticky and contribute to the formation of acne), clogged pores, a buildup of dead skin cells, and potentially skin flora (the skin microbiome) that could use some support.
- Safflower Support Facial Moisturizer for a mega dose of antioxidants, acne-prone proof ingredient (deep absorbing ingredients without any worry of clogging pores), plus anti-aging support.
If you loved using Daily Detox Facial Moisturizer, try:
- Balancing Bergamot Facial Moisturizer for oil balancing and hydrating support.
- PHA Pore Purifying Facial Scrub for deep cleaning pores and sloughing off dead skin cells.
- Soothing Shea Facial Moisturizer in the evening for overnight repair and richer protection (great during the winter!)
If you loved using Cucumber Refresh Facial Moisturizer, try:
- Soothing Shea Facial Moisturizer for all the calming, hydrating benefits, plus the addition of redness relief if and when you need it.
If you loved using Forever Young Facial Moisturizer, try:
- Safflower Support Facial Moisturizer for mature skin support.
- Botanical Boost Eye Serum for mature skin support around the eye area.
If you loved using Easy on the Eyes Daily Eye Cream, try:
- Botanical Boost Eye Serum for a mega dose of hydration around the eye area
If you loved using Soothing Eye Gel, try:
- Botanical Boost Eye Serum for soothing hydration from this gel serum.
If you loved using Green Ease Night Cream, try:
- Soothing Shea Facial Moisturizer for rich redness relief from aloe, shea butter, and jojoba oil.
- Comfrey & Willow Bark Hydrating Toner before your moisturizer to knock out inflammation so your skin can heal.
If you loved using Pumpkin Enzyme Facial Mask overnight, try:
- Mango & Pineapple Facial Moisturizer for fruit enzyme support (combat congestion + gently exfoliate).
- PHA Pore Purifying Facial Scrub as needed to deep clean pores and slough off dead skin cells.
- Safflower Support Facial Moisturizer for even more barrier repair support.
If you loved using Hydration Facial Mist, try:
- Comfrey & Willow Bark Hydrating Toner for all the hydrating benefits that hydration facial mist had plus additional inflammation-busting properties.
If you loved using Acne BOP Facial Mist, try:
- Comfrey & Willow Bark Hydrating Toner for tackling the "O" (excess Oil) from the BOP facial mist.
- Combined this with Balancing Bergamot Facial Moisturizer for an exceptionally effective oil balancing combination.
- PHA Pore Purifying Facial Scrub for tackling the "B" (blackheads) and "P" (Pores that are clogged and congested) from the BOP facial mist with more effective (yet still natural) ingredients.
If you loved using Calming Chamomile Facial Cleanser, try:
- Emollient Facial Cleanser for super creamy, rich, dry skin support.
If you loved using our Charcoal Soap or Patchouli & Grapefruit Facial Soap, try:
- Clarifying Sage Facial Cleanser deep cleans without damaging or stripping skin of its protective layer.
- Please note that this is a liquid cleanser and not a soap bar, as it's nearly impossible to create a soap bar that's not too harsh on our faces (no matter how oily our skin is).
- "Squeaky clean" is a sign of a cleanser that is far too harsh and will only encourage the skin to produce more oil. If this has been your experience with cleansers, and you've sought out that "squeaky clean" feeling up until now, then it's time to turn over a new (gentler) leaf so your skin can recover, repair, and re-balance.
If you loved using Wild Basil & Cucumber Oil Cleanser, try:
- Emollient Facial Cleanser for a super creamy, rich cleanser that wards off clogged pores caused by dry, dehydrated, or congested skin.
- Sea Salt & Calendula Micellar Facial Cleanser for gentle, hydrating makeup removal.
If you loved using Mineral Makeup Foundation or Whipped Foundation, try:
- Nature's Veil CC Cream for fool-proof natural, light coverage that's safe for all skin types (including acne-prone)
If you loved using Flourish & Nourish Facial Serum, try:
- Safflower Support Facial Moisturizer for mature skin support.
- Botanical Boost Eye Serum for mature skin support around the eye area.
- Comfrey & Willow Bark Hydrating Toner for repairing and replenishing skin that's unbalanced, irritated, or needs some serious support.
If you loved using Pure Amore Facial Cleanser, try:
- Emollient Facial Cleanser for a super creamy, rich cleanser that wards off clogged pores caused by dry, dehydrated, or congested skin.
- Sea Salt Micellar Cleanser for a redness-reducing and calming cleanser.
