The Blog

Dec 10 • 2 min read

Break down buildup with AHA’s

Alpha hydroxy acids are a group of acids that dissolve the bond which holds dead skin cells together— ultimately dissolving dead skin cell buildup and reducing congestion. Some AHAs can be more powerful than others, depending on the concentration. We use AHA’s from Kiwi Fruit that are certainly gentle enough for sensitive skin.

Nov 19 • 2 min read

The Ultimate Guide To Reusing Your Empty Candle Containers

Your favorite beaker candle is nearing the end of its life and all of its tropical-fragranced soy wax has vaporized over countless evenings of cozy enjoyment. It seems like a pity to throw away such a beautiful container, but don’t fret, there are plenty of great ways to reuse your empty candle containers, just as sure as you’ve cleaned out the glass itself. By simply, cleaning out your used candle container and giving it a new purpose, you are taking an active role in helping the environment. Recycling or up-cycling your candle container can significantly reduce landfill waste. Here are some of our favorite ways to give your candle holders a new life, before opting to recycle it, (if that is, your city accepts glass as a recycled material.)

Nov 12 • 5 min read

The Chemistry of Cosmetics: How Our Natural Ingredients Are Sourced?

Nov 09 • 3 min read

Go Green: Simple Tips For Sustainable Living in 2021

With more consumers demanding cleaner, sustainably packaged beauty products there are a ton of ways to get involved and make a difference. Here are our top tips for a sustainable beauty routine that’s kinder to the planet…

Nov 03 • 3 min read

What Is Wish-Cycling? How can wish-cycling be avoided?

It goes without saying that most good-intentioned people want to recycle. They believe it’s their civic duty and usually make purchasing decisions with the expectation (or wish) that something they’ve bought can be recycled. Instead, good intentions sometimes end up costing recycling companies time and money. Wish-cycling is the practice of recycling items that cannot be recycled. In order to prevent the problems that wish cycling causes, we first have to understand why wish cycling is bad.

Oct 15 • 6 min read

The Best Full-Body Care Routine For Soft Skin At Home

Looking for a full-body care routine to create soft, smooth skin but not knowing where to start? If so, you've come to the right place. The skin on your body is unique and will respond differently to different products. We know it can be challenging to navigate all of the information regarding body care and know how hard it is to find what will work best for you and your body. With this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about creating a full-body care routine, from luxurious shaving oils to exfoliating body scrubs and everything in between!

Oct 15 • 5 min read

“You Can’t Get A Tan With Sunscreen” And Other Tanning Myths EXPOSED.

Tanning has been a favoured pastime of women everywhere since at least the 1950s. But with so many opinions and ideas out there - how do you know who to trust? It’s not the 50’s anymore and we know that tanning CAN be dangerous if no precautions are taken. So we’ve done our homework and we’re here to dispel the top 4 tanning MYTHS, so you can make the most out of your time in the sun.

Oct 15 • 4 min read

How Much Sunscreen Should You be Applying? Just Ask Mark Zuckerberg

Wrinkles, sunspots, and skin cancer are just a few of the many dangers that come with not protecting your skin regularly. Even in cold weather, you need to wear sunscreen every day to protect yourself from UV damage caused by the sun. But you may be wondering... does less sun exposure mean you need to apply sunscreen less frequently? Does more exposure to the sun mean you need a higher SPF? And how much sunscreen should you be wearing? 

Oct 15 • 3 min read

Top 5 Tanning Mistakes You're Probably Making

Having a perfect tan doesn’t happen by accident - and if you really do it wrong you’re likely to seriously do some damage to your skin in the process. Take note of these top 5 tanning mistakes and you’ll be on your way to flawless bronze in no time.