It’s the fastest growing plant on the planet. Pandas love to eat it. It’s used for everything from cooking to making clothing, and many things in between. We’re talking about bamboo, of course! While bamboo has been used in Asia for many centuries, bamboo wasn’t used to make clothing until the early 2000s. After Bejing […]

Everyone has their own skincare routine. Whether you simply wash and moisturize or go all the way and exfoliate each day, it’s scary to think of adding something new to your way of life. For those who are fans of scrubs, coffee scrub could be your next big thing. By combining coffee, sugar, and oils your […]

What is Shea Butter? Shea butter is fat that’s extracted from the nuts of the shea tree. It’s solid at warm temperatures and has an off-white or ivory color. Shea trees are native to West Africa, and most shea butter still comes from that region. Shea butter has been used as a cosmetic ingredient for […]

Essential oils are often used in aromatherapy, a form of alternative medicine that employs plant extracts to support health and well-being. What are essential oils? Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants. The oils capture the plant’s scent and flavor, or “essence.” Unique aromatic compounds give each essential oil its characteristic essence. Essential oils are […]