by HollyBeth Anderson | Feb 15, 2023 | aromatherapy, essential oils, herbs, ingredients, medicinal plants, perfume, roll on perfume
History Marjoram (Organum Marjorana) is a perennial herb belonging to the mint family. With rounded, pale green leaves, Marjoram is often mistaken for oregano; however, it has a sweeter taste and a more delicate nature, preferring moister soil and warmer climates....
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jan 12, 2023 | beauty, Botanicals, hollybeth organics, ingredients, organic beauty, organic certification, organic skincare, organics, organics bodycare, organicskincare, plant-based beauty, plant-based skincare, skincare, sustainable beauty, usda organic certified, waterless skincare
History The marula tree is native to Southern Africa and is also known as the “marriage tree” in certain cultures. If one is married beneath the tree, they will enjoy fertility and vigor throughout their life. The bark is made into a drink that is used in a cleansing...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Dec 28, 2022 | beauty, hollybeth website, organic, organic skincare, organics bodycare, plant-based beauty, plant-based skincare, skincare
What is dry brushing? Dry brushing has been used for centuries around the globe. The Chinese used fibers of a fruit called silk squash. Native Americans used corn cobs. As a child my mother would use cornmeal. In all cases the premise is the same: the scrubbing...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Oct 5, 2022 | acne, anti aging, artisan crafted, autumn, beauty, dry oil, gardening, hollybeth website, organic skincare, pumpkin seed oil, pumpkin seed oil, skincare
Pumpkin History Before we talk about pumpkin seed oil, let’s talk about the fruit. Yes, the countless varieties of pumpkins are in the same family as squash, cucumbers and melons. Its origin dates back to about 5000 B.C. in North America. Pumpkins are among the...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Sep 21, 2022 | hair, Uncategorized
Is your scalp skin different from the rest of the body? Your scalp is made up of 5 different layers with the last 3 acting as one. The rest of our skin is made up of 3 layers. Your scalp has more oil glands and has approximately 100,000 hair follicles. Just as...
