There’s a renaissance happening with clean skincare, particularly with respect to all-natural face moisturizers. Not only do consumers want face moisturizers to be chemical-free, but they’d like them to honor the environment and the people who make them. To succeed in this increasingly conscientious consumer market, they also need to have beautiful packaging and a […]
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3 Breast Milk Facial Recipes (Yes, Seriously: It’s Great for Skin + Using Leftover Supply)
When I was in my mid-twenties and traveling like crazy in pursuit of unique wellness treatments, a beauty bar in Chicago started offering breast milk facials for $40 a pop at their hip facial spa in River North. As a skincare junkie obsessed with trying new things, I immediately flagged this treatment as something I […]
The 6 Most Effective Acetone-Free Nail Polish Removers of 2024 (Cruelty-Free, Of Course!)
As part of the clean beauty revolution many people are starting to wake up to the importance of using non-toxic nail polish— but what about natural nail polish remover? Arguably, you get more chemical exposure from the acetone in regular nail polish remover than you do from chemical nail polish. So, why not switch to […]
The 5 Best Prenatal + Pregnancy-Safe Facials in Washington, D.C.
With the sheer number of high-end, world-class, international, and budget-friendly spas in the D.C. area, it can be hard to find a decent prenatal facial that meets your specific needs. Fortunately, for those looking for safe, all-natural, super-effective prenatal facials in Washington, DC, this list has you covered. From new age Crystal Revitalization facials to […]
7 Great Tips for Soothing Stressed Out Skin
According to research by the International Society of Dermatology, almost half of the polled respondents classify their skin as “sensitive.” Several factors contribute to this epidemic of stressed-out skin: pollution, increasingly complicated skincare labels, diet, poor sleep, product marketing, and a busy lifestyle. This confluence of stressors makes caring for your skin even more important […]