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Maintaining a healthy skin barrier means plump, supple, and more youthful-looking skin. Unfortunately, over time, the skin barrier can become weakened and damaged. So exactly what is the skin barrier? And how can we maintain or repair it? Read on to find out what you can do to keep your skin barrier healthy and strong.

If you’ve picked up any candle, incense, or perfume in the last few years, you’ve likely already encountered the warm sweet and slightly woody scent of sandalwood. Sandalwood Essential Oil has been around for centuries, and can now be found in additional wellness products, such as facial moisturizers and massage oils.

Sandalwood Essential Oil doesn’t just possess an amazing scent, however. Using products that contain Sandalwood Essential Oil can also have positive effects on overall well-being, healthier-looking skin, and many other surprising benefits. Here’s all you need to know about this special essential oil.

Remember back in August, when you agreed to host your family’s holiday gathering? Whether it's a small, intimate gathering with just a few people, or the entire extended family is coming over for a Christmas Day brunch, the countdown is on! 

Is your home holiday-ready for your gathering and your guests? Or maybe your house is clean, but doesn’t exactly feel festive? Not to worry! We’ve compiled a few simple ways to help you prepare your home for the holidays. 

Do you live in the greater Houston area? If you do, you’ll want to come join us on December 1st  from 4-7 pm for our Holiday Market Party! With our “All is calm, all is bright” theme, you’ll experience fun giveaways, hors d’oeuvres, wine, and more, all while checking off your gift list. As a special bonus for joining us, you'll receive 15% off your purchase (some exclusions apply.)  

If you’re like most people, the rising cost of goods is probably on your list of worries for this year. Combined with the already chaotic holiday season, the idea of starting your holiday gift list can be extra daunting. This year, we’re providing you with our Source Vitál Holiday Gift Guide, while being mindful of your wallet. Here’s how to gift on a budget this holiday season. 

You don’t have to shell out a fortune on a ten-step self-care routine or spend hours in the mirror on your grooming. You should, however, develop a daily routine that is quick, simple, and makes you feel good. Not sure where to begin? We’ve got you. Read on to find out the perfect grooming ritual for your skin type. 

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month – a time to raise awareness about men’s health such as prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. According to The Movember Foundation, men die on average 5 years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons.

We’ve all had those mornings: difficulty getting out of bed, hitting the snooze button one too many times, or feeling the need to immediately grab a cup (or two) of coffee. Whether we like it or not, mornings have the potential to set the tone for the rest of our day. Once you’ve found a way to make sure you’re getting quality sleep more often than not, you’re ready to incorporate morning rituals into your day. Here are four of our favorites. 

Although you’ve given your face the creme de la creme of care, you may be neglecting the area south of your face. When is the last time you truly cared for your neck and chest? If you’re having a hard time remembering, you aren’t alone. Here’s how you can achieve a healthier neck and décolleté! 

Imagine yourself in a forest, after a rainstorm. You’re surrounded by lush greenery and enveloped in the air's soft, warm, woodsy scent. Now imagine if you could take that scent with you, to experience it over and over again. Good news- you can, with Cedarwood Essential Oil. Here's everything you need to know about this essential oil.

Although Holistic health blends alternative healthcare practices with western medicine, a holistic health approach to healthcare focuses on wellness and prevention, rather than just treating symptoms and diseases. Let’s dive into what holistic health actually encompasses, and some tips for incorporating such remedies into your everyday routine. 

We may not like to think about it, our skin is home to trillions of microorganisms. These teeny, tiny microbes live on the skin almost undetected but can act as our biggest protector and shield. Our skin's health is important to our overall health. After all, it is our largest organ!

Oftentimes, we find ourselves too busy during the day to take a moment to rest. We're talking about several reasons why rest is important to your optimal health, and a few tips that you can use to make rest a priority in your life. 

September is the perfect time to hit the “reset” button in terms of prioritizing our needs, as it is Self-Care Awareness Month. This month reminds us the practice of self-care isn’t selfish, at all, it’s necessary. Check out a few ways you can promote self-care in your life, so you can emerge refreshed, and ready to take on the world. 

Activated charcoal is becoming a popular ingredient to use in many products, including in skincare and body care. Here's what activated charcoal is, and what this inky black ingredient can do for your skin. 

 

Source Vitál Apothecary is celebrating National Cleanse Your Skin Week (August 1st-7th,) which brings awareness of the importance of cleansing your skin. We're also sharing the benefits of cleansing your skin properly, as well as some of our favorite skin cleansing tips!

We're proud to introduce the latest product in our customizable assortment. Our Custom Body Cocktail allows you to create a formula that is specific to your skin's needs. This blend of 100% natural botanical oils can help you to address all of your intentions and concerns in one bottle. To add a scent and aromatic experience, select from some of our favorite essential oils blends. Hydrated and happy skin coming right up!

Do you know how to take care of your essential oil diffuser? We've developed a  guide that offers you cleaning tips, deep-cleaning advice, and troubleshooting, to keep your essential oil diffuser in top condition.

Looking for a way to beat the heat, naturally? We've compiled a list of tips to help you stay cool this summer without hiding inside your air conditioned home. Here are a few tips you can use during the sweltering summer heat.

Lemongrass is one of the most important and versatile essential oils you should have in your medicine cabinet. Here are just a few of the benefits of lemongrass essential oil, from keeping pests away to improving the look of skin.

At Source Vitál we believe that Love is Love, no matter who you are and how you identify, and above all, Kindness is Everything. This pride month, we are celebrating by embracing aligning our chakras, which can help bring out our truest selves.