Your January 2026 Skincare Blühprint

As we continue to navigate unrest, injustice, anxiety, and fear in the US this New Year, we find ourselves constantly trying to re-center, recalibrate, and rebalance what feels so... off (...while still running a small business, tending to family, and trying to be a functioning human being). Sound familiar? We always draw so much strength from our community, and knowing that we are rarely, if ever, alone in our experience. This month's Skincare Blühprint will hopefully serve as a reminder that community and connectivity is at the center of a healthy and whole life, that we can carry both joy and grief, and that your voice and actions truly matter.

We believe that it is deeply important to bear witness to and name what is happening in our communities-- to challenge injustice, to make choices that align with our values, and to stand in support of our neighbors and communities.  We believe it's important to sustain that activism by engaging with the life-giving, cup-filling, nervous system-soothing activities that run counter to all that systemic violence, fear, anxiety, and injustice.

Some days, we'll inevitably engage more with the darkness than the light. We'll feel drained, worried, and exhausted. Things are rarely truly in balance -- but if we are able to come back to practicing kindness, joy, compassion, ease, and love? Only goodness can come from more goodness.

 

• Get back to basics with gratitude:Even those with a long-standing gratitude practice may have trouble flexing that muscle these days.  Get back to basics by simply noticing and being aware of the good things (big and small) happening in our lives and communities.  Keep record of an impressive icicle, a child smiling, an especially cute dog, a kind word from a friend, a great song on your commute home, beautiful geese flying overhead, the perfect cup of tea... there is always good happening alongside the bad.
• Act in ways that support your community.
• Significantly limit your social media time and avoid all doomscrolling:Step away from social media and engage with current events during small time windows and from trusted sources(media literacy is so important!)
• Prioritize your self-care and wellbeing: Make strides to reduce your stress and maintain good energy with adequate rest, nutrition, hydration, and movement.
• Celebrate and share good news.
• Stay grounded and mindful by focusing on what you can actually control, in this moment: Do what you can today, with what you have. Donate time or resources to a vetted organization doing work you believe in. Check in on friends and neighbors. Contact your representatives. Tend to your plants. Make a meal for your family. Be here now.

History shows us that lightness has always existed alongside the darkness, and that indeed, we survive and thrive together. We hope that we can continue to support you and your loved ones during this difficult chapter. As ever, we are so grateful to be connected to such a kind, supportive community. This month's featured products will help you stay grounded in your bodies. Sometimes the simple act of touch, or a specific scent like Hinoki wood oil, is all it takes to bring us back to the present moment.  

• Sooth, nourish, and stay grounded with our award-winning Active Relief Body Oil. This potent treatment oil integrates cell nourishing fatty acids, phytoceramides and powerful antioxidants with herbs used in plant medicine for centuries. Methodically formulated to boost hydration, improve skin tone and bring soothing relief to overworked muscles. Copaiba Oleoresin, Hinoki, Arnica and Holy Basil contain potent anti- inflammatory and fortifying properties that support the overall health of your skin. This luxurious body oil absorbs quickly, leaving your skin silky-smooth and deeply nourished.
• Tone and resurface with our Phyto-Enzyme Body Polish. Revitalize your skin with this multi-tasking body polish loaded with nutrient dense plant oils, butters and actives. Crimson red buriti oil is packed with beta-carotene and works to hydrate and protect the skin. Caffeine rich guarana, brightening kakadu plum and phyto-enzymes from pumpkin and papaya target cellulite, boost circulation, tone and tighten while buffing away dead skin cells- revealing velvety-smooth, deeply nourished skin. 
• Detox and renew with our award-winning Exfoliating Cleanser. Our exfoliating cleanser is formulated with potent antioxidants, regenerative bioactives and essential fatty acids to activate cellular renewal, detoxification and optimal skin tone. The result is a noticeably brighter, smoother, supple complexion.

As always, we are so grateful that you are here. Please take good care of yourselves and one another.