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Reading is an important foundation of my life. Just one book can offer fantastic perspective shifts... one chapter can open an entirely new set of ideas to explore. One paragraph...

Historical In ancient civilizations amethyst had some intriguing uses and associations. The ancient Greeks believed amethyst stone to prevent intoxication from alcohol consumption if the drinking vessel was either carved...

When it comes to skin care I will be the first person to say, anything goes! Each one of us has unique needs and desires for supporting our skin, nourishing...

For a small artisan skin care maker I get a fair amount of emails from influencers, beauty blogger influencers, and companies looking to connect PSE to their social media influencer...

Beyond the physical wonder and beauty of our skin, our largest organ is also the boundary land between our internal and external realms - in both a physical and energetic...

There's something you do every day that gives you an opening to an easy, effective way to care for your energy body. Chances are you look in the mirror each...

  Some of the happiest places on earth for me are in nature and at my worktable in the PSE apothecary. At my core I’m a plant nerd, spirit walker, and craftswoman dedicated to making potions filled...

Experience transformative rituals for reflection and renewal during this time of seasonal shift that clear away energies that no longer serve you, expand your creativity, and connect to your soul's...

I love podcasts, like really, realllllly love them! Recently I had the honor of being interviewed on The Get Foxy Show, a podcast about holistic beauty and wellness. I had...

  Earthing is a practice of balancing your energy by connecting with the frequency of the earth. Earthing provides deep nourishment and centering with measurable physical results.   How does...

The prickly pear cactus (botanical name, Opuntia Ficus Indica) grows in many regions, most notably in Morocco where this remarkable plant grows in the wild in semi-arid areas. The prickly...

Noticing beauty is a small act of honoring the sacredness in life. It's a simple act. Perhaps you find beauty in the plants and flowers in your neighborhood, or the...

Let's Talk About Moisturizing Skin needs both water (hydration) and oil (moisture) to function with optimal health and vibrancy. Many conventional skin creams are an emulsion of water and oil...

Kokum Butter, Garcinia indica, also known as Wild Mangosteen, comes from the seeds of the fruit-bearing Kokum tree. This evergreen tree is indigenous to South India where it grows in...

Let’s Actually Talk About Beauty – what it is and what it isn’t.