Sapindus mukorossi, aka soapnuts, are now available at Earth Lore. These little guys are part of the lychee family, and also known as soapberries or washnuts. There are several varieties, native to different parts of the world. Ours come from northern India and the Himalayas. Leathery nuts, or drupes, contain saponins, a key ingredient for […]
Laser wands are a variety of quartz crystal, usually identified as a long crystal that gradually tapers from base to tip. The facets at the tip are often very small, but should be present for the crystal to be effective as a laser wand. The shape of these crystals focuses energy very tightly in the direction of the tip, and is immensely useful…
Chloride and Sodium ions are necessary for the survival of all known living creatures as it regulates fluid balance in the body. Evidence dating back to 6000 BC illustrates neolithic people using salt as sacred offerings, trade, cosmetology, and food preservation. This month we explore the different kinds of salt any their uses…
Skin is sometimes called the third lung, as it is our largest organ of elimination and assimilation. Acne is not only embarrassing, it is a sign that internally something is not right. Many factors come into the picture when we see our skin erupt, from diet, to stress, to hormones. Although the problem area is usually the face, the chest and back are also prone to breakouts, especially this transitional time of year. Besides good nutrition, rest, and exercise there are other rituals to bring beauty into your life. Excess oil on the face is a major cause of irritation. Sometimes an evening of working on yourself is in order to clear up problems which may be manifesting themselves in the form of acne. Making your own remedies guarantees synthetics, preservatives, fragrances, and coloring agents will not be present to spoil the results as they often make problems worse.