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Gone are the days of walking up to a cosmetics counter in your local department store, and seeking out a harsh 3-step skincare routine, or a celebrity-touted mail-order skincare routine that promises to rid you of your acne in just days! Today, there are so many skincare options available, and it can be overwhelming to know where to begin and what to use. Here are a few tips for teens to help develop good hygiene habits early and to help you to be comfortable with your skin.

Learn everything you need to know about facial toners, including how they can change the appearance of large pores, the best ingredients to use, and tips for getting the most out of your toner. Achieve glowing, radiant skin with this comprehensive guide.

Most people at one time or another experience anxiety, as it can be a normal part of life. It’s common during life changes or stressful situations and generally goes away after the tense moment has passed. Anxiety can become a larger issue if you find yourself in a frequent state of worry and fear. Here’s a list of 7 ways you may be able to reduce anxiety naturally.

Unlock Your Best Skin Yet: 2023 Skincare Trends That Will Change Your Routine. From simple, personalized, and whole-health focused skincare to technology-driven treatments, this year's skincare trends are all about achieving your best skin yet.

If you walked the skincare shelves of your local cosmetics chain recently, you’ve probably encountered creams, oils, and tinctures all tinted a vibrant blue color. Blue Tansy Essential Oil (tanacetum annuum) has gained popularity over the last few years and for good reason. The rich, deep blue-colored essential oil has a complex, yet, sweet scent, making it stand out among the rest.

It may sometimes be hard to work out what you need for a great skincare routine. Whether you’re new to the scene or you’ve experimented before, products with effective skincare ingredients can be a game-changer. Here are 6 ingredients to look for to amp up your routine.

At the end of each year, we at Source Vitál also take a step back to reflect on the past year. We’d love it if you joined us on a look back at new product launches, our best-selling products, and our favorite moments over the past year. Here’s what we’re proud of this past year.

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.

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.

We’ve partnered with TerraCycle to provide a collection and recycling program for beauty and skincare products (and their packaging) in our showroom. Here we’ll explain what TerraCycle is, how the program works, and how you can get involved!

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!

You've likely seen matcha pop-up as a caffeine alternative to coffee, but have you ever considered what it can do for your skin? Read on for some history on this vibrant green powder, its benefits, and how to incorporate it into your skincare regimen.

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!