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Ever since you were a kid, you've been told about how there are millions of creepy microscopic things all over your body. It's a scary thought at first, but it's something we eventually all learned to move to the back of our minds and manage to not think about. Here's the thing though – it's high time to start thinking about them again. You see, the fungi, bacteria, and all of the other billions of microbes that cover your skin make up your microbiome.  All of these tiny living things are here for a reason. They help to protect the...

If you've read our musings on skinimalism you already know that we believe in keeping things simple while providing the best care to skin and self from top to bottom. The holistic approach fits in with this philosophy quite well, as instead of breaking things up into innumerable parts, it seeks to take our wellness practices as a whole unit. Incorporating nutrition, self-love skincare, mindfulness, and wellness into one united front helps to establish care routines that are beneficial to the mind, body, and soul. Anything that is done or viewed in a way that is comprehensive, balanced, and all-encompassing...

With winter right around the corner, there’s never been a better time to start taking proper care of your skin. Winter can be brutal on the skin. From windy days, to dry frosty days, there’s no escaping the effects that winter weather has on your skin, but there are some things you can do at home to help keep your skin from drying out this winter season.  Hydrate With Water     Water, water, water! We can’t stress enough how important water is when it comes to keeping your dry skin hydrated this winter. Water not only keeps your body hydrated...

If you're reading this blog, chances are you've at least heard of the skin barrier. Still, there's a world of difference between knowing it exists and knowing why it's so important and how to keep it in prime condition. In this article, we're going to tell you a bit about what makes up the skin barrier, how it keeps you healthy and looking your best, and what you can do to protect it and help it recover when it becomes compromised. What exactly is the skin barrier? First off, it's important to know that the skin biome and the skin...