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Skincare and skincare-adjacent self-care can play big roles in your de-stress routine. April is Stress Awareness Month, and it's the perfect time to talk about effective ways to manage daily stressors. In this case, it’s all about natural skin and self-care products that support de-stressing! Some skincare products, like almond and vanilla body butter , offer an enveloping experience. There’s an aromatic experience blended with skin enrichment. These elements come together to soothe the senses when you need it most. What other skin and self-care products offer a soothing experience? A Soothing Experience That Starts in the Shower One aspect of our daily self-care that can be instantly elevated to soothe our stress away is shower time. Start your shower with an aromatic shower steamer. It’s like a mini bath bomb for the shower. Look for options made with your favorite aromas, like bergamot and eucalyptus.  The moment steam hits the shower steamer puck, the botanical oils com...

Tallow skincare products are everywhere now. But does that mean you should use them on your skin? The short answer is: Yes! The key is finding natural, nutrient-dense products that nourish your skin. Before you shop for tallow skincare, here are a few common questions you may have. See if the answers line up with what you thought. Q: Will It Clog My Pores? A: When people hear the words beef fat, they may instantly think that tallow is greasy and will cause their skin to produce excess oil or clog their pores. But the unique composition of tallow closely matches the skin’s natural oils, and well-formulated tallow skincare helps regulate sebum production. The best products are a synergistic match. Q: Does Tallow Skincare Smell like Beef? A: No, carefully rendered tallow products should smell neutral, but it may also depend on the undertones of the product’s profile. A balm may smell warm and earthy or bright and citrusy if it also offers a healing blend of organic essential oils....

If you’re wondering whether sunscreen is safe during pregnancy, the short answer is yes! However, not all sun protection is equal. When it comes to finding truly non toxic suncare options, it's about finding a formula that’s both safe and effective. Here are three qualities to look for when choosing a bump-safe sunscreen.  Opt for Mineral-Based Protection There are two main types of sunscreen: mineral and chemical. Mineral-based options sit on the skin once applied, creating a physical protective barrier that reflects UV rays. A chemical formula, on the other hand, uses organic compounds (like oxybenzone or octinoxate) to act like a sponge, absorbing UV rays and then converting them into heat released from the skin. While both options can provide broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays, mineral-based sunscreens with non nano zinc oxide ensure particles sit on the skin's surface without entering the bloodstream. This formulation makes it a safe and effective suns...

Spring is officially here, and with it, more sun-filled moments! Whether you’re heading to the beach or taking your workouts outdoors, non toxic suncare can help you soak up those sunny moments without compromise. Here are three properties that set non toxic options like organic sun cream apart from standard sunscreen. Blend of Botanical and Animal-Based Ingredients Sensitive skin knows a thing or two about environmental factors, like the sun, which can cause irritation, dryness, or inflammation. This is where biocompatible and botanical ingredients, such as tallow and mango butter, come into play. The restorative fatty acids in ethically sourced beef tallow from grass-fed cows resemble those in your skin’s natural sebum. This means your body more easily recognizes them and uses their nutrients more effectively, boosting moisture while protecting the skin barrier. Similarly, natural botanical ingredients, such as mango butter, are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help hy...

There are many deodorant options out there. But more and more people are trusting natural deodorants, including fitness enthusiasts and athletes. Conventional deodorants often contain ingredients that may not be ideal for your skin or overall well-being. These are ingredients like aluminum, parabens, talc, and artificial fragrance.  Why are fitness enthusiasts and athletes relying on gentle, natural deodorant for sensitive skin instead? It comes down to a few reasons that anyone can get behind!  Pure & Simple: It Works! Natural deodorants are made with pure and simple natural ingredients. These ingredients are suitable for a wide range of skin states, even sensitive skin. They include arrowroot powder, coconut oil, ethically sourced grass-fed beef tallow, and naturally mined baking soda. And, you can find options with charcoal. Charcoal, like baking soda, helps effectively curb odor. When you’re working up a sweat, you need a reliable deodorant that keeps you fre...

Have you experimented with tallow skincare? You might have seen more products made from ethically sourced tallow from grass-fed cows and wondered if it suits you. If you've already tried a tallow-based product, you may be curious about what makes this ingredient unique. Tallow can often be found in gentle skincare products. A tallow moisturizer for face application can be ideal for multiple skin states, including sensitive skin. There are a few reasons tallow from grass-fed cows plays a starring role in these kinds of products.  Tallow Is a Biocompatible Ingredient When it comes to certain types of skincare, such as “deeply hydrating” products, the term “bioavailable” may come up. This generally refers to the skin's ability to use the ingredient. Tallow is “biocompatible” with the skin. In other words, it can be readily absorbed by the skin because it mimics our skin’s own cellular structure. This makes it more easily absorbed by the skin so that when you apply a tallow-b...