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Nature-Based Self Care: A Holistic Approach to Natural Skincare

Nature-Based Self Care: A Holistic Approach to ...

  What is natural skincare? This article explores a nature-based approach to skin health through whole plant formulations, ethical sourcing, and non-industrial practices.

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Nature-Based Self Care: A Holistic Approach to ...

  What is natural skincare? This article explores a nature-based approach to skin health through whole plant formulations, ethical sourcing, and non-industrial practices.

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wildcrafted mugwort and yarrow flower

Pacific Northwest Plants for Skin: A Wildcrafte...

A grounded field guide to Pacific Northwest plants used in herbal skincare, from nettle and yarrow to Douglas fir and cottonwood.

Pacific Northwest Plants for Skin: A Wildcrafte...

A grounded field guide to Pacific Northwest plants used in herbal skincare, from nettle and yarrow to Douglas fir and cottonwood.

Homeostasis, Not Harshness: A Gentle Exfoliation Field Guide - Deschampsia - Nature Based Self Care

Homeostasis, Not Harshness: A Gentle Exfoliatio...

Gentle exfoliation isn’t about scrubbing more—it’s about restoring water, a comfy acidity, and light oils so skin can shed old cells quietly.

Homeostasis, Not Harshness: A Gentle Exfoliatio...

Gentle exfoliation isn’t about scrubbing more—it’s about restoring water, a comfy acidity, and light oils so skin can shed old cells quietly.

Moisture Is Not Hydration: Why Balms and Oils Matter for Skin Barrier Health - Deschampsia - Nature Based Self Care

Moisture Is Not Hydration: Why Balms and Oils M...

We hear it all the time — “my skin feels dry, I need more moisture.” But more often than not, what our skin is really craving isn't just water —...

Moisture Is Not Hydration: Why Balms and Oils M...

We hear it all the time — “my skin feels dry, I need more moisture.” But more often than not, what our skin is really craving isn't just water —...

Unraveling the Mystery of Mugwort : Magic, Dreams, and Medicine - Deschampsia - Nature Based Self Care

Unraveling the Mystery of Mugwort : Magic, Drea...

Throughout history, this ancient herb has held a special place in the hearts of herbalists, dreamers, and healers. Mugwort is believed to bridge the gap between physical healing and spiritual...

Unraveling the Mystery of Mugwort : Magic, Drea...

Throughout history, this ancient herb has held a special place in the hearts of herbalists, dreamers, and healers. Mugwort is believed to bridge the gap between physical healing and spiritual...

UCU Interview with Deschampsia Creator - Deschampsia - Nature Based Self Care

UCU Interview with Deschampsia Creator

This Summer Deschampsia will be a featured at the 2024 Urban Craft Uprising Summer Show. Since 2005, UCU is the preeminent curated indie maker event in the Pacific Northwest. This is a...

UCU Interview with Deschampsia Creator

This Summer Deschampsia will be a featured at the 2024 Urban Craft Uprising Summer Show. Since 2005, UCU is the preeminent curated indie maker event in the Pacific Northwest. This is a...