One of my all time favorite DIY beauty items is a simple lavender oatmeal bath powder, presented in a mason jar. The instructions to the recipient are simple: scoop out a few spoonfuls of the mixture into a warm bath and soak. This is a simple gift and perfect for the dead of winter when… [Read More]
how to be sunscreen saavy
Without a doubt, the question that I am asked most often about natural skin care is about what kind of sunscreen I use on myself and my daughter. This is a bit of a controversial subject, as there are many big, well-known companies using all sorts of chemicals in their products. With the increase… [Read More]
coconut oil hair treatment
Mmmm, coconut oil. In my house, you will find jars of coconut oil in my kitchen and my bathroom. Yup, I use it for both cooking and on my body. Coconut oil is the base for most of my homemade beauty products. In preparation for two upcoming workshops this summer on Natural Beauty Basics, I… [Read More]
dry skin brushing
My friend Windy emailed me last week, asking whether I knew about dry skin brushing. I love dry skin brushing! I used to do it pretty consistently, but the brush that I use has been sitting on the shelf in my bathroom without being used for some time, so I was grateful for the reminder. I… [Read More]
about this blog
I just returned from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition Conference. which took place this past weekend in NYC. It was such a great few days. I learned so much from the speakers, who were amazing, and from my fellow IIN students who were inspiring. At the end of the weekend, I decided that it was time… [Read More]
daring to begin…
so, here i go…