Sumbody Blog
How Extreme Heat Affects Our Skin and Solutions to Combat Its Effects
As the climate continues to warm, extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense, posing significant challenges to our health. Among the most affected organs is our skin, which serves as the first line of defense against environmental factors. Understanding how extreme heat impacts our skin and what we can do to mitigate these effects is crucial for maintaining skin health during hot weather.
Treating Summer Skin
During the summer months, when our skin is exposed to sun, sweat, and environmental pollutants, dead skin cells can accumulate on the surface, leading to dullness and rough texture. By...
Embracing the Power of Plant-Based Skincare: Nature's Bounty for Radiant Skin
In recent years, the skincare industry has witnessed a remarkable shift towards plant-based formulations, and for good reason. As consumers become increasingly mindful of what they put on their skin,...
Unveiling the True Essence: Plant Hydrosols vs. Floral Water
In the realm of skincare and aromatherapy, the market is flooded with an array of products claiming to offer natural benefits. Among these, plant hydrosols and floral waters stand out...
Nourish Your Hair: A Guide to Natural Ingredient Shampoos
In the realm of haircare, the quest for luscious locks often leads us down aisles lined with an array of shampoo options. However, amidst the abundance of choices, discerning consumers...
Handmade & Heartmade - DIY Masks for Mother's Day
Every year in May we’re reminded to show our love and appreciation for our mothers. As both a mother and a daughter, I value Mother’s Day as a chance for thoughtful acknowledgment. Ideally, we show our mothers kindness and affection every day of the year. But in reality, it’s easy to let these simple observances slip through the cracks and fall to the wayside as we get caught up in daily life. Mother’s Day acts as a reminder, a prompt, to shower Mom with the love and accolades she deserves.
Did Mother Nature Make That?
Which ingredients are best for your skin? This is a hot topic. Companies spend a lot of time, money, and resources enticing consumers to buy products containing newly discovered “miracle” ingredients. Truth be told, Mother Nature has all the ingredients we need and looking to the earth itself can often solve our skin issues.
Time for a Detox
There are many signs your body uses to communicate with you. They can be visual, physical, and/or emotional. Symptoms can come and go, change, or be persistent. However, once you learn what to look for, you have the power to be proactive and lessen the stress on your skin and body.
Fall In Love with Your Skin
Fall: The leaves start to change, and the air grows crisp. It’s a transitional time when we begin hunkering down, preparing for winter and the holiday season. So, what does...
Hair, Feet, Hands and Eyes
Our skin can be quite different from thick, rough skin on our feet to the sensitive, thin skinned eye area, and yet hydration is key to perfection in all areas....
The 7 Summer Fruits You Should Be Using Now
There is nothing like summer’s bountiful harvest to renew and rejuvenate both your skin and overall health. It seems so simple, but the healing properties of the season’s fruits are...
Summer Skin
The weather affects us in so many ways. When it shifts, so do our habits, often without us even realizing. The changing seasons also influences our mood, which influences what...