Health Blog

What’s the first thing your dog or cat does after a bath? Mine lick themselves clean. Yep, all those chemicals used in pet cleaning products go straight into your pet’s mouth. Lovely, huh? Continue reading

If you look at any commercial sunscreens you will see a lot of disclaimers, including that sunscreen does not prevent cancer, and the best approach to protect skin is to avoid the sun by wearing appropriate clothing. That may all be true, but that is not always practical, and that is not the whole story. Here is the rest of the story. So, do you really need a sunscreen? The answer is: Continue reading

And why I don't share my formulas. I often get asked for my product formula recipes, and sometimes I get asked how long it takes me to develop one of my creams. The first question I cannot answer, for reasons I’ll explain below. The second question took me some time to really evaluate and figure out what the true answer is. You see, there’s a difference between following a recipe in a cookbook and creating something truly exceptional. Continue reading

Why would you want to learn more about some of the ingredients that go into all natural personal care products? Why would you want to have more of a background about fatty acids and lipids in nutrition and everyday life? Simple. Understanding the basics of the different types of fatty acids (oils and fats) will allow you to make healthier choices in both your skin care and your nutritional needs. Continue reading

I always find it interesting when I'm at an event, showcasing my product line, how one of the first things folks do is pick up one of my jars of cream and take in a whiff to enjoy whatever scent I have to offer them. At first people were sometimes disappointed, as most of my products are unscented. Continue reading

What You Don't Know About Beeswax Processing, But Really Ought To: When I first started formulating my first personal care products, I started with face creams. After a few trials and errors, I was stunned. The feel of an all natural, preservative-free cream on my face was amazing. I was sad I started with such a small batch, and I immediately made Continue reading