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PALO SANTO: This Spiritual Wood Is All About Good Vibes

Let’s talk about palo santo, the holy wood.  What is it?  How is it harvested? How do you use it? What is Palo Santo? The palo santo tree, known botanically as bursera graveolens is native to Ecuador, Peru, Guatemala, and other coastal regions of South and Central America. Wood

Do you love tea? You probably have a healthier brain.

Do you love tea? You probably have a healthier brain, according to a recent study. The scientific study that was done covered over 410,000 people and found a strong relationship between tea consumption and a reduced risk of all-cause dementia (↓29%), including Alzheimer's disease (↓12%) and

Dry brushing

The classic ritual has gained popularity of late—and now has plenty of devoted fans. But what does dry brushing really accomplish?  It's a tradition with a long history, so it may be worth looking into as a means of tradition-inspired self care. Dry brushing is a

Here’s how to forgive yourself and move on!

The researchers define self-forgiveness as "a positive attitude change in feelings, actions and beliefs about ourselves, after a 'transgression' committed by ourselves". Forgiving yourself can help "restore your positive sense of self and protect your overall well-being from the toxic effects of guilt, shame, and

Your thoughts and words have power!

Every cell in your body is listening to you. Choose your thoughts wisely. How will you achieve this? Cultivate your truth with dedication Be kind to yourself and others Get clear on what lights you up and make space for it every day Choose your boundaries and protect them Choose friends who

Soothe dark circles with parsley eye mask

After recently reading in a research that parsley can help erase dark circles under the eyes, I had to give it a try. Yes, parsley's vitamin C, chlorophyll, and vitamin K help reduce skin discoloration, reduce age spots, and reduce puffiness. To make your mask, coarsely

Give Yourself a Scalp Massage for Hair Growth, Hydration + Relaxation

In addition to nourishing the scalp and hydrating the hair, a quick massage can promote relaxation and improve circulation to the scalp (hello, longer, thicker hair). Not to mention, a scalp massage stimulates the release of endorphins, helping to boost your mood and give you a sense of well-being. So, if

How skin care can be a tool for self-compassion and self-love

Too often in the beauty space, we're concerned with the logistics of skin care: what ingredients you need, how many steps you should have in your routine, at what age you should start using retinol, and so on. We're not saying these aren't worthy of