Learning / Observation Deck

Today, we know that plastics, when not recycled or re-used, are filling our landfills, our oceans, and our neighbourhoods.

It is a growing issue, one in which we all contribute, or have contributed to. And as we move forward as a society to make better decisions for our health, our families health, and the health of our environment, small choices can make large impacts in helping build conscientiousness and better habits.

Read on how we're making changes to help these positive changes happen...

This year more than ever, Dad’s hands are taking abuse from over cleansing and drying-out from sanitizing. Although Dads are usually the ones who need to be paying extra care to their hands, they are often times still neglected. 

The key to healthy skin is to find a routine and products that are simple and work, and that shouldn’t be at the expense of their health by adding in chemical ingredients they don’t need. Simple, natural, effective. Rinse and repeat. 

HERE ARE SOME CONDITIONS THAT RESCUE BALM CAN HELP TREAT NATURALLY:

- Extremely dry skin
- Cracked, cut, and scabbed skin
- Calluses
- Conditions such as: Eczema, Psoriasis & Rosacea

Winter is a tough time for our skin. If you live in a cold climate, it can have an even larger impact on the feel, look, elasticity, and health. Exposed areas of skin can become dried out, flake, crack, turn red from inflammation and even cause break-outs.

What can be done to prevent it?

Exfoliation - Exfoliation is the process of removing these dead skin cells from pores, while nourishing the skin to repair moisture levels and prevent redness.

Moisturize (with a heavier cream) - Just as important as removing excess skin cells and bacteria from pores, is how we nourish our skin to bring it back to a healthy balance. Because skin is so deprived of moisture during the cold months, it’s important to switch to a heavier moisturizer with a nourishing base, like organic shea.

We have assembled the go-to guide for anyone on your gifting list this year! Our skincare products make the perfect gift for any natural skincare lover and for Nova Scotians everywhere!

Why are our products the perfect gift? Here’s some reasons:

- Formulated 100% Naturally
- Vegan Friendly, Gluten Free, Paraben + SLS Free
- Safe for Sensitive Skin and Those With Skin Conditions
- Men Love Them, Women Love Them
- Infused with Organic Sea Kelp Harvest from The Cold Waters of Nova Scotia
- Formulated strong to help heal and protect our skin in colder months

Fall is here, and it is beautiful. With the beauty of orange, red, and yellow leaves comes colder temps and drier air. Our skin is dealing with these changes during this time and it’s important to adjust our routines to help keep our skin healthy and happy during the colder months.

Here are some little tips that can have big impacts on your skin’s appearance, vibrancy, and strength during fall:

One of the most common questions we receive from those interested in our skincare - What products are right for me?

We all have different skin types, and our skin can react to products in unique ways.

At the core, our products are 100% natural. We only use natural ingredients and natural oils, and we source certified organic whenever possible.

We make decisions to source sustainably and natural as we struggled for years to find affordable, natural options that were safe for all skin types. However, we know that all skin types + needs are different, which is why we’ve built this guide with product solutions for all types and lifestyles:

At this point, we’re all aware that improperly-disposed, and dense non-recyclable plastic is filling our oceans, our landfills, and our lives.

This year, we’ve been making steps to help reduce our use of non-recyclable plastics & energy both in our manufacturing processes, as well as in our packaging.

However, our efforts have also been in educating conscious consumers on more sustainable alternatives, and what harm some commercial products can cause their skin, and to the environment. The easiest swap most of us can make, is embracing good old-fashioned bar soap.

So, why is bar soap a more environmentally conscious option…

Summer is vacation time! If you’re like most of us, you enjoy kicking back with friends, family, exploring new places and taking in some sun.

Although it’s nice to break routine and have some much-needed R&R, our skin unfortunately takes no days off. While we’re relaxing, our skin is still doing it’s job (and under more summer-related stress).

It’s important to take small steps to help your skin remain healthy, nourished, and clear while you travel the globe, camp for the weekend, or take that much-needed staycation.

Here are our rules for keeping your skin happy, healthy, and strong while on the go:

All too often we get caught up in the day to day, and sometimes forget to remind those around us how much we appreciate all they do. 

What better way to say Thank you to the important men in your life than the gift that keeps on giving - healthy skin from natural, plant-based ingredients sourced close to the sea.

A day to appreciate the amazing mothers in our lives.

We all know mothers who have positively impacted our own lives or the lives of those around us. All too often we get caught up in the day to day, and sometimes forget to offer those who care for us, appreciation. 

What better way to say "thank you" than the gift that keeps on giving - healthy skin.

When it comes to treating (and cleansing) your skin naturally, Goats Milk is a natural, very powerful ingredient that packs a lot of benefits. 

When added as an ingredient in cold-process soaps, it's an amazing alternative to synthetic facial cleansers, body washes, and yes, even shampoos. 

There are essentially 4 compounds in Goats Milk that make it a powerful agent for creating & maintaining healthy skin:

The changing seasons - sensitive skin’s friend or enemy. Changes in humidity, temperature, sun exposure, and wind can have a significant impact on your body’s biggest organ - your skin. For those of us with sensitive skin, or who suffer from a condition like rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis, preventing skin care issues during seasonal changes can be difficult. 

Luckily, there are simple (and affordable) solutions that can naturally help prevent flare ups, break outs, and irritation. 

Depending on where you are in Canada, one could experience snow, hale, rain, sun, high winds, and freezing temperatures (all in the same day). On the Atlantic coast, the temperatures can change significantly, sometimes in only a matter of hours.

In these cases, you can only be prepared and deal with what comes. However, in the long run, we do have the opportunity to plan for the seasons and the impacts the changing weather will have on our body’s biggest organ, our skin.

As more and more publications on the negative impacts from liquid, chemical, anti-bacterial soaps appear, those in search of chemical-free, healthy skincare are moving towards more natural soaps.

The cold process method of soap making is the most natural way to produce soap. It requires fewer chemicals and additives than other methods, and the outcome is a higher-quality, dense, and longer-lasting bar.

Sea Kelp is both an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory for the bodys' skin. Used in Skin Care, kelp / seaweed can help reduce redness, irritation, and flares from skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne. Our Sea Kelp is harvest USDA Organic and Raw in Nova Scotia, Canada from the Bay of Fundy shores..

You arrive home, and the first thing you want to do is grab a shower and a rugged soap to clean up - but many people don’t realize that cleansing with cheap, harsh, skin care products can actually create further damage to your biggest organ – your skin.

Sure, you want to cleanse off the dirt, bacteria, and pollutants your skin comes into contact with - but you don't want to replace that dirt with chemicals that can be absorbed into the body. 

Summer on the eastern seaboard is certainly beautiful, however, it can also be unforgivingly humid. 

A little humidity can be a good thing for your skin, but when the water in the air tops 50 percent or more, it can leave your complexion shiny, oily, and lead to breakouts (yikes).

The good news... There's simple steps you can take to combat high humidity, keeping your skin clean and fresh