Smokey Quartz is one of the most popular crystals for grounding + energetic clearing. Smokey Quartz is powerfully cleansing to the mind, body + spirit. Smokey Quartz has a deeply soothing energy that gently neutralizes negative vibrations.  Smokey Quartz Crystals help relieve stress + anxiety, ushering in a profound emotional calmness. I like to hold a smokey quartz crystal when I'm feeling stressed out or anxious. I will literally just sit while I'm reading or watching TV with a smokey quartz on my lap, in my hands, or next to me on the couch like a pet. The grounding, purify ..read more

Rose Salt Recipe Here's a really quick recipe with Rose Petals (my favorite!) that leaves a lasting impression. Take an organic or pesticide free red rose & remove all the petals. Put on a microwave safe plate & nuke for 1 minute.  Whirl in a food processor, blender or coffee grinder with 2 tablespoons of Himalayan Pink Salt, or any high quality sea salt. The result is an aromatic soft rose pink finishing salt. Sprinkle on on almost any food, from chicken to chocolate, extending onto the plate for a splash of colorful drama & an ever so exotic flavor. Heavenly delicious! You ..read more

Did you know that chocolate is actually good for you? YAY! Pardon me while I do a Happy Dance! Chocolate comes from the cacao bean and contains an abundance of phytochemicals called flavonoids, which are the same skinfood, superfood antioxidants found in red wine, green tea, and virtually all fruits and veggies. A good rule of thumb to follow is the darker the chocolate, the higher its nutritional superfood benefits. Cacao nibs, raw organic cocoa powder, and high-percentage organic dark chocolate have the most healthful antioxidants. Look for chocolate that's at least 70% cacao to optimiz ..read more

This all-natural DIY facial cleanser recipe from the green beauty book 100 Organic Skincare Recipes, written by our founder is super easy to make and will leave your skin fresh, healthy and glowing! This mindful blend of four readily available natural skin care ingredients come together to make a soothing, moisturizing organic facial cleanser that gently exfoliates even the most sensitive of skin types. Cleansing Grains are a natural soap-free facial cleanser made from of detoxifying clays and soothing organics that softly exfoliate, removing excess oil and dirt without str ..read more

Now's the perfect time to set some realistic self-care goals to renew your skin. A nurturing way to look at it would be to consider this a fresh start, a mindful phase of renewal for your skin. SpaGoddess recommends pampering yourself with intentional moments of me time devoted to showing your skin some serious LOVE. Self care is a conscious decision to make healthy choices that benefit your health + your skin too.  Are you following a set skin routine right now? Is it working? Do you LOVE it? Well, we think you ought to love every minute of your daily ..read more

I get a lot of skincare questions from people wanting a minimalist, uncomplicated skincare routine. Pared down to the basics, as simple as possible, no fuss. Fast, easy, and out the door. But think about it. If the goal is clear, healthy, radiant skin... well isn't that is worth a tiny bit effort? I'm not saying you need to use a rotation of 20 different products each and every night to get there. Really, it only takes three products to reset your skin. And less than 5 minutes of your precious time, twice per day. Consider those 5 minutes your non-negotiable healthy skin ritua ..read more

Want to make some DIY Mossy Pots with us? It's a pretty easy project, but very rewarding in a lush, green kind of way. We're going to show you how to make living moss paint, and how to apply this living paint to terra cotta pots or garden ornaments, that will grow over time to become lush, verdant little ecosystems - like a living piece of art!  Here are the supplies + things you'll need: a shady spot where the moss can grow and establish itself a few un-glazed pots. If you can, get them wet the night before. The water will soak into the terra cotta so they're not completely bone dry ..read more

The majority of our blood and every cell in our bodies is composed of water. In fact our brain is 90% water. I think we can all agree that the thought of a dehydrated brain is pretty scary. It's a simple fact of life that we humans NEED WATER to function properly. Proper hydration is crucial to our overall health AND to beautiful skin. 70% of our body weight is water. So what would we be without it? Water is necessary for good health and all of our organs function better when we're adequately hydrated. The benefits of drinking plenty of water every day include having a more ..read more

There's a concept in chemistry which states that oil dissolves oil. That may sound counter-intuitive, but when you really think about it, it's true. Like attracts like. So it makes sense that using the right kind of oil on your skin can be an amazingly easy way to dissolve and help remove excess oil, melt away makeup, alleviate clogged pores and blackheads, unplug those dirty/oily hardened plugs, and help you achieve clearer, more blemish free skin. The oil cleansing method uses fresh, plant-based nutritive oils to attract, bond with, and remove the dirt and oil from your skin and po ..read more

What's the secret to achieving your most healthy, glowing + radiant skin? SERUMS!  Facial serums offer a hydrating booster of potent vitamins + concentrated nutrients to specifically benefit your's specific needs. Facial serums deliver a mega-dose of targeted actives + nourishing botanicals in a lightweight, fast-absorbing skin-loving matrix that penetrates more deeply than creams. Think of a facial serum as a multi-vitamin -- PURE SUPERFOOD LOVE for your skin.  Not sure which serum is right for your skin? Girl we got you! Keep scrolling for our guide below... Are You Rea ..read more