It’s that time of year again when the long pants and sweaters make way for shorts, sundresses, tank tops and, of course, bikinis! Don’t feel bad though if the thought of sporting a bikini has you breaking out in a cold sweat. There’s so much pressure to look “perfect” but many of us forget that those magazine models have a whole team of people helping them to look good. They’re slathered in body makeup, self-tanner and their images are photoshopped to achieve the desired level of perfection. So before we share tips to enjoy healthy skin you can feel confident in, we want you to realize that y ..read more

The temperatures are slowly climbing and we’re just as amazed as you are that we’re finally able to talk about ways to stay cool instead of reading yet another winter article! Summers in Canada can get incredibly hot, so it’s important to find ways to stay safe and cool no matter how high the temperatures rise! Here are our top 5 tips for a safe (and bearable!) summer. Stay hydrated This one seems pretty obvious, but many people still don’t realize that soda pop doesn’t count as hydration! Sugary drinks actually sap water out of the skin cells, leaving you at risk for dehydration. Make sure ..read more

The reason we adore essential oils so much is because of the incredible aromatherapy benefits that don’t only mean they smell wonderful, they actually have some powerful healing benefits too. There are three oils we especially love that are calming and relaxing after a long day, but when applied to the skin provide these same soothing and calming properties. Keep reading to find out 3 of our favourite essential oils that will calm inflamed skin and relax a frazzled mind so you can put your feet up and float on cloud 9. Lavender If you’re looking to drift away on a cloud of pure bliss, without ..read more

Chia seeds are small but mighty in terms of nutrient content and in fact, one of the oldest forms of nutrition, however, they have only gained popularity over the past decade. You’ll now find them in your local grocery store, they’re no longer confined to the health food store shelves, which is great news for everyone! They were a staple in ancient Aztec and Mayan diets. The Mayans were said to add chia to water and then drink the gel-like formula for energy that allowed them to walk for miles. Chia seeds are harvested from a flowering plant called Salvia hispanica, part of the mint family and ..read more

When it comes to living a healthier lifestyle, it ultimately comes down to those small daily habits that become a way of life and help you to live a better life in the long-term. However, there are certain foods that are so nutrient dense, you’ll start to feel better almost right away if you start adding them into your daily diet. Eat these foods regularly and you’ll soon start to find the motivation to change your unhealthy eating habits and switch to healthier, more plant-based meals.   Avocados Avocado is creamy, delicious and will always be top of our list thanks to its rich array of nut ..read more

If you’re currently dealing with a scratchy throat, runny nose and itchy, dry, uncomfortable eyes then you may just be experiencing seasonal allergies. It’s very common at this time of year, but it’s really uncomfortable and can leave you feeling super frustrated, especially when you have loads of fun Spring activities planned. In this article, we’ll share a few natural ways you can nip seasonal allergies in the bud so you can enjoy this beautiful weather that will soon give way to sultry summer days! Rely on essential oils Essential oils are our go-to for absolutely everything! Certain esse ..read more

Every now and then, we like to sit down and answer some of the most common questions we get around essential oils. You may be new to our site and super excited to start adding beautiful essential oils into your routine, but you might have a few questions before you make your first purchase. In this article, we’ll answer some of the most common questions we get. How are essential oils made and are they really natural? A truly natural oil is one that is pressed from different parts of a plant with nothing added in. This article will show you which parts of plants essential oils are derived fr ..read more

It may be spring, but there’s still a little chill in the air that might have you struggling with dry, irritated skin. Dry skin is really frustrating to deal with, because not only is it uncomfortable and itchy, a lack of moisture in the skin can actually speed up the signs of aging and put your lipid barrier at risk for damage. There are loads of factors that contribute to dry skin, from hot water that strips the skin to using products with harsh ingredients that strip the skin of its natural oils. In this article, we want to let you in on our top three favourite skin hydrating ingredients th ..read more

Hands up if you skipped breakfast this morning. Or if you grabbed a sausage sandwich from Tim Horton’s or McDonald’s on your way to work. Hey, we aren’t judging, we’ve all been there! Of course skipping the most important meal of the day is not ideal and neither is filling your body with processed foods that aren’t going to do anything positive in terms of your health. We know that life gets busy, but your health is more important, so we thought we’d share 3 super easy, super healthy and super delicious breakfast ideas that will make jumping out of bed a little bit easier every morning! Over ..read more

Spring has officially arrived and we don’t blame you if you’ve already started working on your Summer wardrobe! After a long, gloomy winter, we are more than ready to welcome warmer temperatures, bright sunshine and longer days, so we thought we’d do a post we do every year; spring essential oil blends! We think you deserve a little joy and happiness in your life so all of these blends contain oils that provide soothing and uplifting properties to help lift you out of any funk so you can feel optimistic and excited for your day! Add these blends to your diffuser and allow their happy secnt to ..read more