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We've all experienced “plane face.” It’s that dry, puffy, inflamed look that hits somewhere between cruising altitude and baggage claim. Airplane air is drying, irritating, and not friendly to your skin barrier, but it’s easy to overcome it! Toss a few skincare staples into your carry-on for a simple in-flight routine that helps you land looking (and feeling) fresh. Skincare But Make it TSA Friendly Dry brushing face methods might sound new, but it's an ancient technique rooted in gentle exfoliation. It's a great way to slough off those unwanted dead skin cells while stimulating circulation, which can aid in a brighter, smoother-looking appearance. Before takeoff, get that blood flowing. Dry Brushing Face Gua Sha is another secret weapon. Massaging your face midflight with a Gua Sha stone can help refresh tired skin, boost blood flow, and support lymphatic drainage. It pairs beautifully with dry brushing, giving your face the glow it deserves while you'r...

Suppose complicated skincare routines or endless product layering aren’t for you. In that case, you can slow it down with simple, time-honored solutions and still experience several benefits for your skin. The following three-step ritual is perfect for anyone looking for a glow reset. You only need a soft facial dry brush, a smooth Gua Sha stone, and a nourishing tallow balm . Check it out! Step 1: Awaken with Facial Dry Brushing Skin dry brushing may be an ancient practice, but it’s more relevant than ever as people look for ways to care for their skin more naturally. Try dry brushing face skin as part of your daily routine to help:  Stimulate circulation and lymphatic flow Gently exfoliate dead skin cells Wake up tired, puffy skin Tip: As the first step in your morning routine, you can gently dry brush the skin with a soft-bristled facial dry brush to awaken your complexion and prep your skin for what’s next. You can also dry brush in the evening after oil cleansi...

Are you prepping your skin for spring? You might be swapping out skincare products here or there as you adapt to changing seasons or taking more extreme steps and completely overhauling your skincare routine. Or you might be in search of new ways to safely, effectively, and naturally give your skin a supportive boost going into spring. You know you want to “spring clean” your routine, but you aren’t sure where to start. Spring cleaning your skincare routine can be easier than you might think. There are all kinds of safe, effective, and natural options you can use to prep your skin for spring, from tallow skincare products to beauty and wellness tools that can leave your skin looking and feeling phenomenal! We’re here to help you find a place to start. Explore the Rejuvenating Power of Dry Brushing Beauty and wellness tools, like face and body dry brushes, can play a starring role in prepping your skin for spring. Dry brushing can be a simple and effective (and safe and natural!) ...

No matter the latest skincare trends, one thing never goes out of style: smooth, healthy skin. Achieving that soft, hydrated glow doesn’t require complicated routines or harsh chemicals because nature offers everything you need. By focusing on simple, natural practices and high-quality ingredients, you can enjoy smooth skin that’s as timeless as it is beautiful. Here’s how to embrace a natural approach to achieving silky-smooth skin. 1. Exfoliate Daily with a Dry Brush The gentle exfoliation method of dry brushing face and body is a practice many swear by. It sloughs away dead skin buildup on the surface and even helps detoxify the tissues below, revealing more radiant skin instantly. It only takes a few minutes to dry brush before getting in the shower or tub. For the face, be sure to use a specially designed facial dry brush for delicate skin and a body dry brush with firmer bristles for the rest of your body. Refining the texture of your skin also helps it receive topical product...

Dry brushing the skin is a favorite holistic practice for so many reasons, including the relaxation aspect, the pick-me-up before a shower, and the fantastic exfoliation benefits. No matter what you love about dry brushing, there’s always something new to learn about this ancient ritual. Let the following tips be a helpful beginner’s guide.  A Facial Dry Brush Is Gentler Than a Body Dry Brush You need two separate brushes for dry brushing face and body. A handheld brush for the face has finer, smaller, super-soft bristles (hairs) to protect the integrity of the more delicate facial and neck skin. You still get impactful exfoliation benefits with a gentle facial dry brush. If you make facial dry brushing part of your regular skincare routine, you may experience: Better skincare product absorption Brighter, clearer complexion Reduced appearance of puffiness Smoother skin texture Reduced look of blackheads, inflammation, and milia (little white blemishes/bumps) A Body Dry B...

Exfoliation can do wonders for your skin. It can help clarify and brighten your complexion by removing dead skin and impurities. It can help leave your skin feeling softer and smoother. And it can help ready your skin for the rest of your skincare routine. But what if you could elevate your exfoliation experience? What if you could remove dead skin and impurities while also improving your overall wellness? Intrigued? Enter dry brushing. You may have heard of it and may have had questions about how you can take advantage of dry brushing face and body techniques. Is now the time to start dry brushing? It might be. Why Dry Brushing? Dry brushing is about as straightforward as it sounds. You use specially designed dry brushes—one for your face and one for your body—to help rejuvenate your skin. You can use techniques to exfoliate and remove dry and dead skin, along with dirt and other impurities. It’s a quick and gentle way to exfoliate every day. And unlike sugar scrubs or chemical exf...

In the past, you may have been reluctant to put any type of oils on your skin for fear they would leave it greasy and unable to breathe. Let’s put some of those old myths to rest if you haven’t already! Oils in skincare are not a bad thing. Certain oils in carefully crafted skincare products can actually be really good for all skin states because they are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that nourish and protect your skin. Your skin already makes oil. If it makes too much oil, your skin looks greasy and if it makes too little oil, it may feel dry. Oils that help balance your natural sebum productions are ideal. Here are a few ways oils are beneficial for your skin. Oils Help Dry Skin Stay Moisturized As you switch to summer, you may notice that your skin feels drier and flakier, like the moisture is getting sucked out of your skin. If water is escaping your skin, a great body oil or facial oil that’s designed to leave your skin moisturized, soft, and smooth (not gr...

If you’re one who loves to hang on fall’s every word, now is your time to enjoy the season’s offerings. Autumn is the best time of year to create peace, harmony, and comfort in your home—and for your skin, too. Carve out time to make a soothing environment, give your skin some much-needed care, and honor the season of change. The following self-care tips may help with a natural, healthy boost. Dry Brushing Face Ground Your Space: Seasonal Essential Oils From detoxifying indoor air to changing the atmosphere of a room, a fall-inspired essential oil blend is a sure way to welcome the warmth of the season. Make diffusing essential oils part of your daily wellness ritual to bring a touch of therapeutic coziness and comfort into your home. A high-quality blend of wildcrafted and organic essential oils such as cinnamon bark, wild orange, cardamom, and a variety of other scents, adds just the right amount of citrus spice to a room. Grounding aromas are often a reminder to slow down and savo...

Have you fully transitioned to a clean skincare routine? Completely revamping your skincare routine doesn’t happen overnight. You have to try new products, explore different brands, and find what works for you. With social media, specialty beauty stores, and an expanding skincare market, it may feel like the process never ends. Don’t worry—even if it feels like you’re nowhere near as clean a routine as you want. There are some milestones, like using a clean face serum and skincare tools, that indicate you’re heading in the right direction. Ingredient List Read-Throughs One of the first signs that you’re well on your way to clean beauty expertise is regularly reading ingredient lists. At the start, you may not recognize every ingredient, so you’ll have to do your research and familiarize yourself with ingredients that naturally support the look and feel of your skin. Some potentially harsh skincare elements can hide in long ingredient lists, but you can avoid this hiccup b...