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Words: Danielle Williams
Photo Credit: Ryan Christodoulou
As we flip the page on September and welcome October, it’s time to bring out the spooktacular decorations, feel-good movies, and snuggly sweaters. Autumn has officially arrived, and Halloween will be upon us before we know it. I’m in the throes of deciding my daughter’s first costume and readying my house for the season. Whether you like a scary or pumpkin-filled holiday, it’s the perfect time to infuse coziness into your daily life, as the days shorten and temperatures drop.
Photo Credit: Svitlana
Cozy season is almost officially here! There are countless festive ways to update your self-care routine this time of year. Whether it’s making pumpkin scrub or your own scented candles, see below for our list of autumn self-care ideas.
Words: Danielle Williams
Photo Credit: Sixteen Miles Out
Sugar scrubs are one of the best — and simplest — recipes to master when it comes to your homemade bath and body routine. Most likely, you already have the supplies in your kitchen cupboards, and this is one of those recipes that welcomes substitutions. You can experiment with various carrier oils depending on your skin type and needs, as well as different types of sugar. When it comes to sugar, one with a coarser grain will provide a more powerful exfoliant. The following basic recipe doesn’t include any additives, like essential oils, spices or herbs, or seeds; feel free to add on to the recipe as it best suits your skin-care routine. Make sure to follow safety guidelines when using essential oils, and have fun pampering your skin!
Get your first taste of autumn with our new issue including skin-care recipes for spiced orange soap, chai shower steamers, and more!
Words: Danielle Williams
No matter how old I get, I still find nostalgia in the back-to-school craze. Although I’ve been out of school myself for many years, there’s still something about the slow end of summer, gearing up for a jam-packed fall season. I might not need new school supplies anymore, but sometimes I use this time to invest in new office supplies or rearrange parts of my home. As my summer garden stops producing, it feels like a natural transition to a new season and routine.