Aster & Bay has introduced some new products and is evolving as a young, successful skincare line. (Did you catch my recent review of the beautiful Serum Absolute and Rosewater Mist?) I caught up with Erin Hammond, Aster & Bay founder and formulator, to see what’s new and get the scoop on this stunning apothecary […]

    Did you know that traditional sunscreen isn’t the only way to protect your skin from sun damage? Many botanical oils and natural ingredients have sun protection power but these alone don’t qualify as “sunscreen” according to the FDA, so they aren’t often thought of as an important part of a robust sun protection […]

Have you been enjoying watermelon as much as I have this summer? If you need a little inspiration, this post gives you every reason to eat more watermelon (lycopene, potassium and more!). The benefits of watermelon don’t stop there. Cold-pressed watermelon seed oil is one of the best ingredients you can add to your summer […]

  There is so much to love about Aster & Bay. If you haven’t given this apothecary line a shot, I’m going to give you two new reasons to do so: Serum Absolute and Rosewater Mist. Hand made by a husband and wife team out of Atlanta, Georgia, Aster & Bay’s skincare line is 100% […]

  Josh Rosebrook has everyone in the green beauty community raving about his products, including me. The Josh Rosebrook line is packed with potent herbal infusions that give each formula added vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and antioxidants. These extracts combined with additional botanical oils and ingredients create a synergy that results in nutrient dense, high […]

  Earlier this week we covered some great lightweight moisturizers for summer. For most of us, a moisturizer is just one piece in our skincare routine. Treatment serums, facial oils and SPF often play a role, but do these products work well together? There is indeed a best practice for applying products, and once you […]

Did you know that rose bushes produce small seed pods that look like little fruits at the end of the growing season? They look like tiny persimmons with a darker coloring. These are the rosehip seeds, and they offer up one of nature’s most effective toning and refining ingredients—rosehip seed oil. Studies show that rosehip […]

  Living on the east coast for the last decade has really turned me into a beach lover. I crave the ocean air, salty skin and beautiful views. Before I lived on the coast, I enjoyed summers at the lake or floating along in rivers. Whether you’re at the beach or poolside, there are some […]

  Happy day! One Love Organics has launched several much-anticipated new products, and they are sporting new packaging that is too pretty for words. It’s a seriously gorgeous makeover that has me proudly displaying One Love Organics on my vanity and elsewhere. Plus, perhaps you haven’t heard, but One Love Organics is now certified organic […]

  May Lindstrom makes truly covetable, artisan products. Every product I’ve tried is a top-shelf item that impresses me time after time. The May Lindstrom experience is akin to having a meal that looks so simple but surprises you with the most intense flavors and aromas, satisfying you beyond belief. The products are both luxurious […]