Are you picturing me rubbing the ends of a juicy grass-fed steak on my face while I brush my teeth with clay, sip my favourite bevvie made with a giant boogerish blob, and tend my fermenting vegetables on the countertops? That would actually be a pretty accurate picture, except for … [Read more...] about Why I Rub Beef Fat All Over My Face Every Day
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The Science of Soap: Why All Bars Are Not Created Equal
Today's post is totally G-rated, and promises to be the cleanest writing I've ever done. Bahaha! #soapjokes #yourewelcome I stopped using mass-produced liquid body wash years ago (it's full of toxic ingredients that are scientifically linked to immunotoxicity, allergies, cancer, and … [Read more...] about The Science of Soap: Why All Bars Are Not Created Equal
What Exactly Are “Natural” Skincare Products (And How Do You Spot the Imposters?)
I'm so not down with paying gobs of money for a shiny bottle of hopes and dreams in order to moisturize my face, and I bet you aren't either. The store shelves are a shiny orbit of products that are nothing more than cheaply-made filler goop with slick marketing to manipulate your … [Read more...] about What Exactly Are “Natural” Skincare Products (And How Do You Spot the Imposters?)
DIY Calendula-Infused Shea Butter Salve
Guest post by Virginia Miner Long ago I parted ways with most store-bought lotion and baby products, and this salve does the job of many products quite nicely. This shea butter-based lotion is infused with the incredible properties of the plantain and calendula plants, and is … [Read more...] about DIY Calendula-Infused Shea Butter Salve