Tag Archives | Skin Care

Healthy Offerings From The Pine Tree

By on December 30, 2009 in Pine Needle Tea, Tea

The Pine tree grows abundantly throughout the world, predominately in the Northern Hemisphere. We are so accustomed to seeing pine trees in our surroundings that they are like our old friends; we feel a sense of familiarity when we see them. There is a general, innate love for their majestic beauty. Perhaps it is their [...]

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Coconut Oil: for the Inside and Outside

By on November 13, 2009 in Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a controversial fat: is it good for you, or isn’t it? A main staple of some Asian and Pacific diets, coconut oil comes from coconuts themselves and, like olive oil, has several “grades” of purity, with the purest being virgin. Unlike olive oils, which each have their purpose, you should always select [...]

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Calendula: A Natural Summer Skin Soother

By on August 7, 2009 in Ancient Herbs, Calendula

For many of us, another season of summer fun and sun can be pretty hard on the skin: heat rash, bug bites, sunburns, and various scrapes and bruises. One trip to the drug store promises relief in 1000+ varieties of creams and ointments with an ingredient list so long and complex a pocket dictionary is [...]

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Tea Tree Oil Treats Acne – Naturally!

By on July 11, 2009 in Skin Care, tea tree oil

We’ve all heard it before – the skin is the largest organ of the body. Covering our entire surface area, the skin protects all the stuff that’s inside by providing the first layer of defense against bacteria and other pathogens. It’s also usually one of the first indicators that something is out of whack in [...]

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