Yule is a pagan holiday celebrating the Winter Solstice. Pagan traditions contain an amalgam of ancient rituals drawn from around the world, including Ireland (in the Celtic traditions), Germany, England, the Middle East, and more. Many pagans worship Gods and Goddesses, particularly the archetype of the Goddess that turns the Wheel of the Year, bringing…
I have been using witch hazel as a toner for years. I love the fresh smell of it as a second step in my skincare routine (after cleansing). Witch hazel contains tannins, which are potent astringents that are helpful for skin problems. Tannins are a natural plant compound that has antioxidants. Antioxidants are a must…
I focus on using multifunctional beauty products with natural ingredients that don’t have any of the big bad ingredients. By big bad I mean parabens, phthalates, sulfates, formaldehyde, and synthetic fragrances. These products have been shown to disrupt hormones, affecting the reproductive system and increasing the risks of cancer. We can minimize these effects by…
I am a 46-year-old female and have had some kind of skincare regimen since I was 12 years old. I currently have a moderate budget and choose to focus on an aging well regimen. My skin is normal to dry and becoming more sensitive over the years. I say chapter 1 because your skincare will…
As the air turns crisp and leaves are scarlet, rust, and gold falling from the trees, the Pagan sabbat of Samhain comes into focus. Samhain, pronounced “sow-in,” marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the dark half of the year. It’s a time to honor our ancestors, embrace the mysteries of…
The Taurus Full Moon Lunar Eclipse is a powerful time for releasing negativity and welcoming positive energy into your life. I will be doing this ritual tomorrow to release negative thought patterns I have about the past. I will just re-play things and it is a waste of time. The past is gone. We only…
