Notes from the spa
Ingredient stories, simple rituals, and what's new — written the way we'd tell a friend.
Caring for a Friend Through a Hard Season
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A gentle guide to caring for a friend in a hard season: small acts, showing up again, and comfort without advice.
Read the story →Body Butter Season: When Lotion Is Not Quite Enough
When lotion stops keeping up with the drier air, it is Body Butter season. How to tell it is time, and how to use a richer texture well in the cold months.
The Science Behind Scent Memory: How Fragrance Creates Lasting Emotional Connections
There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when a familiar scent reaches you unexpectedly. Maybe it's a whiff of sunscreen that transports you instantly to a childhood beach vacation. A trace of your grandmother's perfume in an antique shop that makes your chest ache with tenderness. A bakery smell that conjures a
Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Mint: Why This Trio Feels Like a Deep Breath
Eucalyptus cools, rosemary grounds, mint lifts. The story of the three plants behind Eucalyptus Rosemary Mint, and why the blend feels like a deep breath.
The Sixty-Second Hand Wash: Turning the Sink Into a Small Pause
Turn the busiest sink of the year into a small pause. A sixty-second hand wash built around Hand + Face Wash, and how to keep hands soft between washes.
The Autumn Equinox: A Small Ritual for the Turning of the Season
Mark the autumn equinox with a small evening ritual: lower light, a slower bath, richer textures, and a warmer scent for the turning of the season.
Shea Butter, Explained Simply: What It Is and Why It Feels That Way
Shea butter in plain language: where it comes from, why it melts and cushions the way it does, and where it lives in our Body Butter and Hand Crème.
The September Reset: A Slower Morning as the Light Changes
A slower September morning as the light changes: ten unhurried minutes built around Grapefruit Bergamot, warm water, and the one thing that matters today.
The Spa Day You Don't Have to Book
A Saturday Story The spa was booked solid. So she made one at home instead. You wake on a Saturday and slowly understand that nobody needs anything from you. Nothing has to be dropped off or picked up. No one is waiting. The calendar is a clean white square, and you lie there a while longer just to be sure, the way you
Meet Orange Ginger
Juicy orange warmed with energizing ginger — our newest fragrance collection is comfort with a spark.
Five Small Seeds, One Quiet Powerhouse
Inside the ExSeed® Deep Moisturizing Complex — and why cold-pressing matters more than you might think.
The Five-Minute Home Spa
You don't need an afternoon away to feel restored. Five unhurried minutes and three small steps.
Mom—The Love That Holds It All Together
A heartfelt Mother’s Day reflection on the love, connection, and quiet strength moms bring to our lives—plus thoughtful gift ideas for Mom.
Body Oils vs Dry Oils: What’s Best for Your Skin?
Body oils vs dry oils: explore the best oils for skin hydration, barrier support, and glow—plus how to choose a fast-absorbing body oil that actually performs.
Fragrance 101: Essential Oil vs Natural Fragrance vs Synthetic Fragrance
Understand essential oil, natural, and synthetic fragrance in body care. Learn why a balanced, phthalate-free approach creates light, clean, fresh scent.
How to Read a Label Like a Friend
“Indulge in the Good. Eliminate the Bad.” — what our ingredient philosophy actually means when you flip the bottle over.
Moisturizer Face-Off: Plant-Based vs. Goat Milk vs. Honey
Which moisturizer base really keeps skin happiest? Our focus is plant-based because that’s where the strongest, most consistent science points today.
Lotion vs Body Butter vs Dry Body Oil: The Complete Guide to Choosing the Best Natural Moisturizer for Your Skin
Discover the differences between lotion, body butter + dry oil. Learn which plant-based moisturizer is best for your skin, powered by ExSeed® seed oil blend.
Cold-Pressed Seed Oils -- The Secret to Glowing, Healthy Skin
When it comes to choosing the best skincare ingredients, there’s one powerhouse category that continues to shine: plant-based seed oils.
Healthy Skin Month: The Rest of your Glowing Body
Your skin is often a reflection of your overall health, and the choices you make in your daily life can have a significant impact on its appearance.
Healthy Skin Month: For your Lovely Neck + Chest
Most of us are guilty of stopping our skincare routine as soon as we hit our chin, which may not seem like an issue if you're in your 20s, 30s + 40s.
7 Bedtime Rituals for a Better Night's Sleep
Here are 7 ideas you can include in your bedtime routine to help you relax and get a better night’s sleep.
Healthy Skin Month: Sexy Hands + Feet
Everyday tips for healthy, soft hands and feet.
Hand Washing 101
Keep your hands clean, moisturized! Wash often to stay healthy. Wash your hands the right way. Use hand sanitizer when you can't use soap + water.
4 Skin Loving Benefits of Coconut Oil
Coconut oil has long been touted as being one of the healthiest foods on the planet helping with weight loss, heart disease and the immune system.
Linking Breast Cancer + Hormones
Yes, there’s a link between hormones and breast cancer. High amounts of estrogen in the blood may increase a woman’s breast cancer risk.*
Exfoliating the Facts About Body Care Products
Why Should I Use Natural Body Care Products? Did you know that up to 65% of what we put on our skin can be absorbed into our bodies.
Why Your Skin Microbiome is Essential for a Beautiful, Healthy Glow
Just like your gut, your skin is home to an eco-system of billions of beneficial living microorganisms which live in and on your skin.
100 Self Improvement Tips to Better Yourself
From changes in healthy living to relationship goals; here are some basic tips to improve your life and your happiness.
Safe Cleaning Solution Combinations
Mixing certain cleaning solutions can be dangerous. It’s incredibly important to keep your environment clean. We want to make sure you do this safely.
Skin Care During Cancer Treatment
When a cancer diagnosis is handed down, there are so many things to think about – and skin care can seem like one of the least important to consider.
Hand Sanitizer Facts You Need to Know
Learn about the different types of hand sanitizer and which kind to use.
Why you Need Antioxidants in your Skincare Regimen
Antioxidants are generally important for our overall health, and are especially beneficial to our skin as they help to combat free radicals.
DIY Spa Night at Home
Create a spa night at home with these tips for a relaxing evening. With the right beauty products, you can transform your evening into a 5-star experience.
DIY Face Masks at Home
Make your own face masks with everyday household ingredients. Here are the 10 most common household ingredients that are best for making a home-made face mask.
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