Summertime can be extra rough on our skin, as more time outdoors means increased exposure to sand, chlorine, salt water, wind, extra sun, environmental toxins, and other factors which can be dehydrating and damaging. This rejuvenating serum blends nourishing oils and skin-loving herbs to hydrate and revitalize skin, helping boost its health and overall appearance. The addition of golden mica lends a hint of shimmer to brighten skin tone and create…
Hawthorn is well-known for its ability to physically strengthen the heart. It has been shown to help regulate blood pressure & cholesterol, promote cardiac function, and reduce palpitations. Hawthorn is also a calming nervine that deeply nourishes the emotional heart. It is a wonderful ally for soothing grief, worry, and heartache. When combined with relaxing, uplifting rose, these two herbs make for a gentle yet potent formula. Whip up a…
Your pelvic tissues do a lot of work during labor—stretching, swelling, and sometimes even tearing—which can leave everything feeling pretty tender in the early postpartum days. A warm herbal sitz bath is a soothing way to care for your body and support the healing process. This gentle ritual can help reduce inflammation, ease soreness, and bring comfort in those first sacred days after giving birth.
Roses make a great addition to various desserts & beverages, like these rose infused cookies. These are easy to whip up and make a perfect last minute Valentine’s Day treat!
Septembers in Ecuador are often very dry and windy. Unfortunately, this is also the time of the year when locals customarily burn their land to prepare it for grazing cattle or growing crops. These man made fires can quickly get out of hand on windy days, particularly when they aren’t well tended. Such a fire has been ravaging the mountain across the valley from our home for 3 days now,…
Vaginal steaming, also commonly called yoni steaming, is a self-care practice that has its roots in many different cultures worldwide. It involves squatting or sitting on a steam chair over a bowl of hot water and herbs. Steaming is said to have a number of benefits for pelvic health. It can be helpful for easing PMS and menopause symptoms. Women also report its usefulness for various conditions, including pelvic organ…