Primally Pure

Shopping for a new baby usually means facing a wall of products, each one promising to be gentler than the last, more natural than the next, and somehow essential all the same. It's a lot to sort through in the middle of an already busy season.  According to the Environmental Working Group, 80% of children's products labeled gentle or non-irritating still contain ingredients linked to irritation and allergies.  That's not a reason to panic over every label. It's just a good reminder that a gentle claim on its own doesn't tell parents much. Here’s why a shorter, more recognizable ingredient list is usually worth the extra minute spent checking for. What to Look for and What to Skip Simple, natural ingredients such as beef tallow for sensitive skin , organic healing herbs, and pure, cold-pressed oils are commonly found in products designed for delicate skin because they nourish without overwhelming it.  It helps to avoid artificial or even natural fragrances, parabens...

Your skin puts up with a lot over the summer. UV exposure, heat, and humidity are environmental factors that stress your skin in many ways. They may disrupt the skin barrier, cause discoloration, and affect your skin's texture.  What can you do to promote skin tone and texture recovery this fall? It can come down to a few skincare choices. A few key ingredients and application strategies can put you on the path to supporting skin and achieving the results you want most.  Start with What You're Doing Every Day The biggest factor in any recovery routine is what you're doing consistently. If you already routinely apply a morning or nightly moisturizer, consider moving to a tallow moisturizer for the face , specifically one formulated for barrier repair.  This is the kind of moisturizer made with ethically sourced tallow from grass-fed cows, emu oil, and, notably, blue tansy. It can help reinforce the skin's barrier function and support its ability to retain moisture, resis...