BEAUTY TIPS AND OTHER FUN STUFF

Our skin is our first line of defense, and is exposed to even more toxins than our insides, in some cases. Exposing your skin to harsher chemicals isn't going to give you the fresh, healthy look and feel you need. A detox should be as natural as possible.

These three methods are the most common ways to detox your skin at home.

The holiday spirit, although meant to embody cheer, often leaves us feeling down and drained. Perhaps it's the mad rush and dash of the seasonal shopping or stressful relationships with our family and loved ones. Whatever the case may be, healing stones are a great way to help lift your spirits and bring forth that holiday cheer you've been missing.

As your largest organ, your skin plays a big role in detecting what’s going on in your body. Your skin can signal numerous diseases and conditions by displaying specific symptoms from extreme dryness, breakouts, and rashes. Most of us are guilty of chalking it up to something we ate, drank, weather conditions or something we came in contact with. While these are usually the culprits, that’s not always the case.

Have you ever looked at a celebrity and wondered how on earth do they look so amazing, even as they get older? Of course, you have because every time we see celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Haley Berry, and Gabrielle Union, they look just as amazing as they did when they were younger!

It’s recommended that you use sunscreen on your skin, especially your face, every day and apply it whenever you’re going to be in direct sunlight but there are troublesome ingredients in many commercial sunscreens, especially chemical-based ones. The primary FDA-approved sunscreen actives include Oxybenzone, Avobenzone, Octisalate, Octocrylene, Homosalate, and Octinoxate. These chemical ingredients are what protect your skin from sunlight, however, they raise concern because they can actually do more harm than good.

Vegan ice cream is quickly becoming a favorite for vegetarians, vegans, and those looking for a healthier alternative to dairy ice cream. Everyone has heard about it, so now you're asking the question, "Where can I buy it?" The answer is closer to you than you think!

The beauty industry is a multi-billion global industry that encompasses everything from skincare to makeup. But the beauty industry isn’t very transparent, often hiding many things from its consumers. Here are a few secrets that the beauty industry doesn’t want you to know about!

Some people garden because they realize that the benefits of doing so are endless. Not only is gardening a fun and educational hobby, but you will also develop an appreciation for nature. But there is more to it than that - physically, mentally and even spiritually, gardening can greatly improve your health.

With most recent scientific studies warning us of global warming and a compromised ozone layer, is it any wonder that sunscreen companies are scrambling to get their products in front of consumers? Is it any wonder these companies are less than truthful with the public about the effectiveness and safety of their products? And is it such a surprise they are cutting corners with little regard to ACTUAL consumer safety?

From Instagram influencers like Huda Kattan and Isabella Fiori to beauty guru celebs like Jenna Dewan and Bellamy Young, more and more people are turning their backs on conventional corporate conglomerate beauty products. Nobody likes the idea of testing new shades of lipstick on adorable little mice, but are there really other benefits to a Cruelty-Free skincare regime? 

Spring is a time for rebirth and renewal so why not put together a spring bucket list! Yes, a spring bucket list is a great way to have fun but it’s also a fantastic way to accomplish goals, experience something new, and explore your inner self.

With warmer weather right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get your exercise on, but gym memberships are becoming stale and everyone's looking for new, hot fitness trends to try in 2018. Here's your guide to getting and remaining fit this year with these top three fitness trends.