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A space for skin wisdom, Scandinavian rituals, and stories that nourish from the inside out. Whether you’re curious about holistic aging, natural remedies, pregnancy-safe products, or beauty rituals passed down through generations — you’ll find thoughtful insights to support your glow at every stage. Brew a cup of tea, settle in, and take a little time for hygge — that cozy, Danish kind of care that nourishes your soul.

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Pumpkin seeds to combat hormonal acne. Beauty tips and tricks.

Pumpkin seeds are another superfood for the skin. Rich in zinc, which help maintain collagen production and promote cellular renewal, pumpkin seeds are also excellent for fighting acne without the ...

Q: I notice that I am getting more and more skin discoloration. What causes this and what can I do about it? A: Skin discoloration due to sun exposure, hormones or simply aging is an issue that con...

Goji berries are packed with anti-oxidants that help promote a youthful complexion.

Goji berries for anti-aging!

Who doesn't want healthy, beautiful skin? Did you know that goji berries are packed with vitamin C and vitamin A? The high antioxidants found in goji berries make them a powerhouse for your skin. T...

Beauty Tips for Winter. Is it better to use face oil or moisturizer for the skin.

Beauty Tips Oil vs Moisturizer

Are there any benefits to using oil vs moisturizer on the skin? Can they be used together and if so how do you layer them? As an aesthetician, this is a question I get asked a lot. The simple answ...

Beauty tips for radiant skin. Practice loving kindness for a radiant compexion.

Loving-kindness for beautiful skin!

What does loving kindness have to do with beautiful skin? A whole lot might I add. The first step in achieving a glowing complexion is to love up yourself AND your skin. If you're struggling with a...

Beauty Tips & Tricks for the holidays. Daily Advent Calender.

Beauty Tips Day 1. Advent Calendar

Growing up in Denmark, my mom always made a daily advent calendar with little gifts that I so looked forward to opening every day as a count down to Christmas Eve. Inspired by this tradition, this ...

Scandinavian Inspired Skincare

When I started creating my own line of pure handcrafted skincare products, I found inspiration in the way I was brought up. The idea that everything we use in life has meaning and should be made t...

SHOULD I CHANGE MY MOISTURIZER WITH SUMMER?

Weather changes always affect the skin; therefore it is helpful to modify your regular home care routine now that summer is here. Since the weather is getting warmer and more humid, substituting ...

Do Facial Oils Clog the Skin?

Facial oils also sometimes called facial serums are becoming very popular due to their emollient properties and purity of ingredients. There are different categories of oils; some are more moistur...

IS YOUR SKIN UNDER STRESS?

Is your skin under stress? Adult acne, clogged pores, inflammation, pimples, … argh! Kind of makes you want to scream; and is sure to cause mild anxiety for anyone who cares about their complexion...

Skincare Tips for Air Travel

MY FOUR TOP SKINCARE TIPS FOR AIR TRAVEL Traveling can cause havoc on the skin, so I wanted to share my four favorite tips on how to keep your skin radiant while in transit! 1. SKIN ESSENTIALS ON ...

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