Hi Reader, Summer has a way of asking a lot from your skin — sun, heat, chlorine, salt water, sweat, you name it. Lately, I've been leaning back into green tea. It's one of those ingredients that just quietly does its job, no fuss, no fancy packaging required. A few reasons I keep coming back to it: Rich in antioxidants that may help support healthy-looking skin Traditionally used to calm and soothe overheated or irritated skin Naturally refreshing, which makes it feel extra good in the...

Hi Reader, You know that moment — you finally sit down outside with your drink, the sun's going down, and bzzzzz. The mosquitoes found you first. I'm sure you know the struggle. My DIY bug spray was the most-read post on the blog last month. If you haven't made a bottle yet, it takes 3 ingredients, works on ticks too, and it's safe for the whole family — no DEET required. And if sprays aren't your thing (or you want something for a purse or pocket), I also have a solid balm version. It's made...

Hi Reader, When I looked at June's most popular posts last week, one theme jumped out: three of the top five were about lymphatic support. So today I'm sharing the easiest way to work it into your routine — dry brushing. If you grabbed my dry brushing guide, consider this your nudge to actually pick the brush up tomorrow morning It takes about 5 minutes before your shower. A natural bristle brush, long strokes toward your heart, and you're done. It may help with circulation, puffiness, and...