Calendula Blossoms Calendula is one of my favorite herbs for skin care. I grow it every year and make infused oils with the calendula blossoms, which I use in massage oils, lotions, creams, and salves. With the Summer Solstice coming later this month, Calendula's sunny blossoms make it the perfect herbal ally for June. Calendula – June’s Herbal Ally Botanical Information Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a hardy, daisy-like annual in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. Its comm

Whipped body butters are super-rich and great for your skin. They're very effective at rejuvenating dry, damaged skin; and can be applied all over or just on problem areas, such as elbows, knees, or the heels of the feet. Although you can use them any time of the year, they’re especially beneficial during these cold winter months. This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but so worth it. It yields about 10 ounces of butter. Whipped Body Butter Recipe Materials Needed 2 oz. Unref

It’s early-Autumn and my lips are already getting dry and cracked. If yours are too, then make this lip balm with healing Calendula and soothing Coconut Oil. Calendula is an anti-inflammatory herb, ideal for chapped, brittle, or cracked lips; and Coconut Oil inhibits skin moisture loss and makes the skin smooth. The Calendula is infused in Olive Oil, which hydrates and nourishes dry, cracked, or chapped lips. Calendula Lip Balm Recipe for Dry, Cracked Lips I like making so

The cold outside temperatures can chap your skin, and the indoor heat can dry out your skin. This is a damaging combination; so, it’s important to take extra care of your skin. Try some of these winter skincare tips. Winter Skincare Tips A few things you can do to keep your skin healthy: Since indoor heating is so drying, use a humidifier, because it puts moisture into the air, and it will help prevent your skin from drying out. Avoid overly hot baths and showers, because the