It’s a Cold-Pressed World: Using Plant-Based Products to Preserve the Environment

Written by: Trish Green

Humans have utilized plants for healing and health since the beginning of time. Each plant has the unique ability to draw nutrients from the earth and transform them into powerful,...

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Understanding Hydrosols

Written by: Mary Ellen Dorey, registered aromatherapist

Hydrosols, also known as floral waters or hydrolats, are produced through distillation of essential oils.   In a steam distillation method, the hydrosol – or water of the plant –...

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Eating Veggies for Hydrated Skin

Skin hydration is important, but it is not only achieved through topical treatments. Diet can also help to keep the skin from becoming too dry. But the question is, which...

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10 Things about DIY Skin Care

Written by: Rachael Pontillo, L.E., M.Msc, CIHC, CNAP

DIY skin care is a hot topic among skin care professionals and consumers. But it begs the question: if the ingredients are easily accessible and the products can be made...

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Marijuana – an Anti-Aging Powerhouse

Marijuana is known for many different reasons, but not many know that it can be used in skin care products! Furthermore, the results from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or cannabidiol (CBD) can...

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