Tips and products for leading a more mindful, healthful and balanced life

Mon - Fri 9.00 - 17.00 Sunday CLOSED

1-677-124-44227

826 Home Street, Bronx, New York

Top

Aromatherapy Essential: Plant Therapy Synergy Oils

       Synergy is kind of a fancy word, don’t you think? When we were introduced to Plant Therapy’s Synergies line, we were intrigued, simply by the word. The entire line is filled with beautifully blended concoctions of 100% natural and cruelty-free ingredients that are thought to increase everything from energy to clarity. There are multiple ways to use essential oils, such as with carrier oils or in aromatherapy diffusers, so be sure to read the directions on the proper ways to use them. This way, you can get the most benefits out of them. In the event you would like to purchase an aromatherapy diffuser, they carry a variety at PlantTherapy.com. See what our editors are stocking up on that can come in handy at any...

The Rose Edit: Rose Products To Fall In Love With

Roses are one of the most classic flowers. Their rich fragrance and velvet-like petals have an intoxicating quality to them, which is why it’s no wonder why we are so drawn to products that contain them as an ingredient. Check out these luscious rose items available for purchase right now. R.L. Linden & Co. Healing Rose Balm, $25 The elegant packaging wants us to carry this hydrating lip balm everywhere. Its proprietary blend of essential oils contains the coveted, Bulgarian rose. Plant Therapy Rose ORGANIC Hydrosol, $11.99 Use this in a bath or as a room spray to create a sense of well-being and calmness. Bonus is that for those who are spiritual, rose sprays are thought to cleanse rooms and homes of bad juju. Plant Therapy Rose Otto ORGANIC...

The Faux Fur Edit

Cozy up this winter to these stunning, faux fur pieces. They’re plush, lush, and give off such a wonderful feeling and look of decadence. West Elm Faux Fur Throw, Was $129, Now $49.99 Entirely animal friendly, you’ll love snuggly under this while watching a movie or reading a good book. The soft, blush hue is gorgeous. ASOS Vintage Style Jacket, Was $98, Now $68.50 Channel your inner Kate Moss with this shaggy, faux fur jacket. You will instantly feel transformed the second that you slip it on. Top Shop Faux Fur Vest, $140 Think out of the box and slip a faux fur vest over a jacket or coat to create a beautiful, layered look that will keep you extra warm and toasty. Donna Salyer Faux Fur Clutch, Was $69, Now $59 This...

On-The-Go Healthy Snacking

Is it just us, or does each passing year seem to get busier and busier? Sometimes busy is good, however, we have noticed that it is starting to affect our waistlines, hips, arms, face, and a whole lot of other parts. Boo!!! Grabbing a bag of chips or a decadent brownie here and there may seem innocuous, but sometimes we don’t realize how often we are reaching for these calorie-laden, fatty snacks at times. That’s why, for 2017, we are going to make sure to have some great, on-the-go snacks stashed away in our bags while we are running around. Check out what’s going to be in our snacking arsenal this year. Fruit Bliss Organic Deglet Nour Dates, $4.59 Organic Valley Organic Balance Milk Protein Shake, $13.29 Paleo People Granola...

Oz Naturals Winter Skincare Regimen

Thinking it’s about time for a skincare change up? You’re right. Your skin needs in the winter season are much different from what you might need in the summer, fall, and spring. This is because of so many different factors, from the wind blowing in your face to having to deal with heaters in a home. If you find that your skin is looking a bit drier than usual, getting a little patchy, or noticing that fine lines are forming at a much higher rate than normal, we definitely suggest incorporating different products into your skincare routine. Oz Naturals uses nature to help rejuvenate skin. In their products they use ingredients such as rose hip, spirulina, and sea kelp to create their unique formulas. For this...

Site We Love: Petit Vour

Where in the world have we been? We only just discovered Petit Vour and are face palming ourselves for not knowing about it sooner. Petit Vour sells some of the most luxurious, vegan and cruelty-free products available in makeup, skincare, hair, bath, body, and lifestyle categories. Can’t figure out what to buy or want to test out everything that’s out there? Then sign up for the subscription box service instead! In addition to selling full-size products, Petit Vour offers a beauty box for just $15 a month or $180 for the entire year. Each box will contain over $35 of product with free shipping. Click here to sign up! Check out some of the vegan, cruelty-free, non-toxic products that we are crushing on so hard right now. French...

Exfoliate, Exfoliate, Exfoliate: Get Smooth Winter Skin

If you have noticed a difference in your skin, you’re not the only one. The winter weather can really dry out your skin. We start to notice it when our lips start to get chapped and all of a sudden we look in the mirror and notice that there is a bit of patchy foundation on our face. When skin dries out, the dead skin can actually begin to clog pores as well. In addition to the patchiness, you might also notice a crop of pimples, blackheads, or whiteheads starting to form. Keep your skin supple, smooth, and soft by simply exfoliating. As always, all of these products are cruelty free.   dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, $55 It’s so gentle that it is to be used daily! Clarisonic Mia 2...

Plane Travel Skincare Tips

With the holidays comes a lot of traveling. If you plan on flying somewhere, you may be dreading the effects of how air travel can wreck havoc on your skin. A short flight can have some people landing with patchy skin, oily skin, or even a crop of new zits that come out of nowhere. To make it worse, you’re traveling to see people that you probably don’t normally see, and want to look your absolute best. Making a once or twice a year impression on them with a fresh breakout is incredibly annoying, especially if family photos will be taken. There are a few things that you can do to help prevent unexpected skin issues when flying. 1. Hydrate There is very low humidity in a plane cabin, which...

Hot Color Trend: Dusty Rose

Dusty rose is the latest color trend that is on everyone’s lips, literally. So many of today’s biggest makeup names have come out with their own version of this romantic, vintage-style pink hue that is getting everyone to pucker up. Check out some of our favorite incarnations that look great on all skin shades. Colourpop Viper, $6; ColourPop.com Site Description: You’ll really want to sink your teeth into this true dusty rose. Anastasia Beverly Hills Dusty Rose, $20; Sephora.com Site Description: Just one application leaves lips with smear-resistant coverage that stays put for hours. NUDESTIX Kiss, $24; Sephora.com Site Description: A soft, non-drying matte lipstick, lip liner, and cheek blush in all-in-one pencil. Bite Beauty Macaroon, $24; Sephora.com Site Description: A multistick that applies like a cream and wears like a powder. bareMinerals Swag...

Post-Thanksgiving Meal Makeovers: Delicious Salad Recipes

Did you eat a lot of carbs and sugar this past week? We know that we did. Not going to lie, we woke up this morning cravings fruits and vegetables. As a matter of fact, we are eating salads as this is being written up. A big salad full of kale, lettuces, brussels sprouts, seeds, dried fruit, and hard-boiled eggs, and it tastes AMAZING. Kick start this week with some healthier eats that your body, skin, and mind will thank you for in a few days. Keep scrolling to see some delicious salads that you can toss together starting right now! Shaved Brussels Sprouts With Pecorino and Walnuts The New York Times shares this easy to create salad from the West Village restaurant, Buvette. It has only five...