by HollyBeth Anderson | Jan 31, 2024 | plant-based beauty, plant-based skincare, Uncategorized
Oh, the sun-kissed mango! Its origins are as delightful and captivating as its taste. Get ready for a mouthwatering journey through history: Unearthing Mango’s Ancient Roots: The mango’s story begins more than 5,000 years ago in the Hindo-Burma region, a...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Jan 30, 2024 | beauty, Garden, plant-based beauty, plant-based skincare
My Mother would use castor oil on her eye lashes because she couldn’t use mascara and she was told that the oil would lengthen her lashes. Castor oil is formulated in my rose geranium lip balm for its moisturizing properties Castor bean oil is a versatile oil...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Feb 20, 2023 | Botanicals, organic skincare, plant-based beauty, plant-based skincare
Calendula Marigold and Calendula are both members of the Asteraceae family. They both sport vibrant orange to yellow petals. Although calendula is also known as “pot marigold,” it is not a true marigold. I’m not sure who or why someone named it that. Calendula...
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...
