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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. 

If you came across an ingredient nicknamed “wolf’s bane,” images of a potions class in the Harry Potter series probably come to mind. Fun nickname aside, wolf’s bane, or as it’s more commonly referred to, arnica has been popping up more in certain beauty categories. 

Although arnica looks like an unassuming daisy-like flower, it can pack a major punch when used in your beauty ritual. Curious yet? Here’s all you need to know about arnica. 

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. 

This October, we are taking time to highlight the importance of taking care of your breast health, as it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are a few things you can do to better take care of your breasts this month (and every month!) Once again, we are donating $1 from every purchase to The Rose this October to ensure that every woman has access to quality healthcare.

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!

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. 

As men, shaving takes it’s toll on our skin. Yes, everyone has that friend or family member who can just add a little water, shave without a razor, and be on their merry way. So infuriating! For most, however, It’s...

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!

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.

The sun is a major culprit for premature aging, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation (dark spots and uneven skin tone), and most importantly, skin cancer. Learn how the sun affects your skin and why protecting your skin is so important.

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.