The Modern Purist

If you’re on the hunt for skincare ingredients with science-backed benefits, look no further than beta-glucan. This mega hydrating, skin-loving ingredient helps to promote plump, healthy-looking skin and can be found in numerous cosmetic formulas, from serums and toners to creams. Keep reading to learn all about the top skin benefits of using beta-glucan and [...] Continue Reading

Your skin can serve as a reflection of your overall health. Sallow skin is typically characterized as a complexion that appears yellow, pale, and is absent of the healthy radiance typically exuded by skin. It can be caused by lifestyle, environmental or medical reasons. However, in most cases, it can be successfully remedied. In this [...] Continue Reading

Gotu Kola is a prized plant with a rich history that dates back thousands of years. To this day, Gotu Kola is used for culinary and therapeutic purposes throughout Asia. In Ayurveda, India's ancient medical system, Gotu Kola is used for its benefits to the mind, supporting cognitive function and memory. In ancient chinese medicine, [...] Continue Reading

Sea buckthorn oil is a nutritional powerhouse with exceptional skin benefits. This bright orange berry has a history of usage that dates back centuries and it’s no wonder! It boasts an over-the-top nutrient profile and delivers a plethora of health benefits. This miracle berry also offers major skin benefits when applied topically. In this blog [...] Continue Reading

If you’re looking to maintain happy, healthy skin, then keeping it calm and protected against environmental aggressors is of utmost importance. And that’s where bisabolol can help. This prized, researched-backed, cosmetic ingredient helps to keep your skin cool, calm and protected. Bisabolol is a naturally occurring chemical present in only a few plants, most famously [...] Continue Reading

Want to wake up with baby soft skin that reflects the morning glow? Then it may be time to make exfoliation a staple in your weekly skincare routine. Most of us have been told over and over again that exfoliation is an essential step in an effective skincare routine and crucial to achieving the imminent [...] Continue Reading

Uneven and rough skin texture is totally natural, and truth be told, quite common. After all, skin is not made of porcelain and we shouldn’t expect it to appear that way. However, if you’re looking for healthy ways to achieve a smooth(er) skin texture, there’s no shame in that! Striking the right balance between realistic [...] Continue Reading

There’s nothing better than relaxing with a face mask after a long day, and clay masks are a go-to for many of us. After-all, they feel amazing when applied to the skin and the instant results are addictive, in the best way. If you’ve ever used a clay mask, then you’ve likely used a mask [...] Continue Reading

It’s no secret that as we age, skin loses its firm, youthful appearance, sometimes causing our skin to appear loose and saggy. This is simply a natural part of the aging process. A healthy dose of acceptance is good for the soul, but that doesn’t mean we can’t do all that we can, internally and [...] Continue Reading

When thinking about your skincare routine, a honey face mask may not be the first product to come to mind. But people have been using honey for thousands of years. Not only did Cleopatra use milk and honey in her baths, but the Greeks used honey to treat burns. So, if you’re looking for a [...] Continue Reading