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Words: Danielle Williams
Whether for a birthday, holiday, or just because, there’s nothing like gifting a handmade present. Making something with your hands shows your loved ones how much they mean to you — you set aside time to craft an item specifically with them in mind because you thought they’d like it.
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Many people in recent years have become increasingly concerned about the potential risks of using chemical-based skincare products. The fear of “chemicals” has led to a misconception that when used in skincare, all chemicals are harmful. But is this fear justified? Are all chemicals bad for your skin? We will delve into skincare chemicals in this blog as we debunk some myths and help you make informed choices.
Words: Danielle Williams
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As vegetable oils derived from the fatty portion of plants, carrier oils are crucial when making homemade bath and body products. They are used to dilute essential oils, absolutes, CO2s, and other concentrated aromatics to “carry” them to your skin. If undiluted, these ingredients may cause harmful reactions on your skin, like burns, redness, and irritations, because of how potent they are in their natural state.
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Often known as the “king of nuts,” the almond isn’t just for adding to trail mix or snacking on. The oil from this nutrient-rich nut has multiple benefits to offer. Whether you want to reduce inflammation, fight aging, or improve skin health, sweet almond oil is a versatile solution. In this article, we’ll delve into sweet almond oil and how to use it for aromatherapy.
Words: Danielle Williams
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Did you know hydrosols are a byproduct of the essential oil production process?
When steam distillation extracts essential oils from plants, their aromatic compounds become steam. As the steam cools and condenses, it forms two distinct products: the essential oil, which floats on top, and the hydrosol, a water-based portion. And since we have covered essential oils in great detail, this blog turns to hydrosols and their usage.