The last year has taken its toll on all of us in different ways. And in the backdrop there's been an unhealthy hustle culture that's been growing, defining our successes by how hard we push ourselves and 'soldier on' through tough times. Here's what team LUXE had to say when asked 'What was the hardest thing about the last year?' and 'What have you done to make sure your own needs were met?
With hand sanitizer flying off the shelves, there have been a number of DIY recipes, many of which do not contain proven ingredients to kill viruses. Please remember, there is no substitute for alcohol for effectively killing germs. As a natural skincare brand known for our transformative botanicals rooted...
With the holidays coming up, it’s natural to think of all that there is to be grateful for in life. Yet sometimes, it feels like we only stop to acknowledge our blessings one day out of the year – on Thanksgiving – despite the fact there are reasons all around us to be thankful all year long.
The most festive time of the year can also be the most stressful—but your skin can glow brilliantly as the lights on your tree or the candles on your mantle. Between buying gifts and traveling, make sure your complexion stays alive and invigorated with these three simple skincare rituals.
You’ve heard of the benefits of body massage, but is massage good for your face? There are different ways to practice daily facial massage that have the potential to improve the appearance of your skin. So what exactly does science say about the efficacy of these methods?
Get ready—beauty is breaking new ground! In the effort to simplify our lives and take care of ourselves and the planet, we’re seeing the beauty industry embrace stronger values. From product manufacturing to the effects they have on our bodies, we’re seeing a movement toward simplicity, transparency and the creation of products that work in harmony with nature.
What do you think of when you hear the word “wellness”?
You might envision your morning meditation or daily golden milk latte. Or you might think of wellness as a total hoax (you’ll never understand vaginal jade eggs).
Chances are you’re somewhere in between. Whatever side of the spectrum you skew towards, there’s one thing we can likely all agree on: wellness does not imply science.
At the dawn of the supermodel there was Beverly Fink, make-up artist to the stars.
Her career reads like a fashion week fairytale, full of the glitz and glamour one would expect, but in 2010 after decades of working in the industry, Beverly was diagnosed with chronic autoimmune and inflammatory condition.
When it comes to your beauty routine... Well, things can get complicated. When you think about the products you're using, do you actually know the ingredients in them?
Everything that we put on our skin slowly but surely sinks in and makes its way into our bloodstream, tissues and organs.
We all can agree that keeping up with the latest and greatest beauty trends is hard work! From beauty gadgets to sheet masks, essences, 10-step skincare rituals and trending #sundayfacial hashtags — the list goes on. It sure is no easy task. And on that note, say hello to crystal facial rollers.
C’mon, we’re going on a trip. Next stop: the Latin America.
From maca to chia seeds, yucca to açaí, cacao to lucuma, it’s really strength to strength down there. But on this adventure, we’re headed deep into the Amazon for one thing in particular. In search of what? None other than the superfood superstar Camu camu.
There’s something about Scandinavian concepts of living. Clean lines with a minimalist approach. We’ve been buying into their beautifully simplistic interiors for decades, and with good reason why.
While Hygge, the Danish idea of cozy living, has been huge in the last year, now “lagom” has quietly elbowed its way into the spotlight as an ideology for life. Never heard of lagom? Well we’re here to enlighten you…
Without rural women, the beautiful formulas we create to transform your skin would not be at all possible. International Day of Rural Women recognizes the essential role of women—with a special nod to those in developing countries—in agricultural and rural development.
Ever served a lovely casserole to your guests and ended up with dirty dishes veiled with a solid layer of olive oil? You’ve probably ran them under some water before loading up the dishwasher — to remove any extra oil and bits and pieces of food. Just to ensure things end up squeaky clean. A similar concept exists for skin, and it’s called pre-cleansing.
You may’ve heard that some essential oils—citrus oils in particular—have phototoxic properties. However this is not entirely accurate as citrus oils have many amazing skin benefits, so it makes sense to learn how to use them wisely as part of a healthy skincare regimen.
Our mothers teach us countless lessons, big and small, throughout our lifetimes that shape our beliefs and habits. And there are two in particular that usually stick with us for the rest of our lives: lessons in beauty and lessons in giving.
Have you ever had spots appear or experienced dry flakey skin when you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed? We don’t always think about how stress may be affecting our skin until we are literally staring at the results in the mirror.
This is for all those girls that think they are taking proper care of their skin... trying to be "low maintenance" may actually be harming you in the long run. Learn about the key steps to a healthy skin care routine and start taking care of your skin's future now.
If you struggle to read the ingredients on the back of the bottle, then this is your go to guide to figure out what that ingredient is and how it may be affecting your skin (and overall health). Our founders guide to skin care ingredients to avoid and to maintain naturally healthy skin.
Have you ever wondered how to make your skin glow, naturally? It takes a holistic approach - diet, exercise, mindfulness and a consistent skin care ritual. See how our founder tried out a holistic approach to skin care to control her milia and closed comedones (white heads).
Preservatives often get a bad reputation - but is it deserved? And what are the natural alternatives? Do they work? Learn what to look out for your in your skin care formulations.
