Green Illite Clay is best used for oily skin and hair, and should be avoided by those with dry or sensitive skin. Similar to Montmorillonite Clay, Green Illite does not expand in water, making it an ideal additive for soaps, scrubs, and liquid formulas. This clay should not be used more than once per week, even by those with oily… Continue Reading Illite Clays
For our sixth Anniversary my main squeeze, Scott, delivered a huge assortment of flowers, herbs, and plants to our door. We spent the day together reclaiming the garden from its cold winter sleep and planting the beautiful plants that Scott had brought home. I was planting a patch of marigolds when I was hit with a strikingly vivid memory of… Continue Reading Scents & Memory
Have you ever wondered what makes an Oil light or heavy, or why one may be considered superior to the next? Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage by Len Price is a detailed guide to working with a wide range of standard Vegetable and Carrier Oils and can help answer these and many other common questions. Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy… Continue Reading Carrier Oils for Aromatherapy & Massage
Even the most finely ground nut meals or exfoliant powders can be too harsh for certain skin types. Yet exfoliation is still a crucial part of skin care to those with extremely sensitive or dry skin. This is where dairy products can come to the rescue. The natural lactic acids contained in dairy products such as cream, milk, and yogurt… Continue Reading Milk Powders
I don’t know if there is anything that can compare to the feeling I get when I throw open the windows for the first time after a long, stuffy Winter. Feeling the cool, fresh air breeze through the house invigorates me, and fills me with the urge to clean everything in sight. Cleaning the house is a special challenge for… Continue Reading Spring Cleaning – Naturally!