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This is my favorite way to make nettle herbal infusions (which requires no measuring!). Not only are nettle tea infusions delicious, but they're very nourishing for the entire body, rejuvenating, nutritious, balancing, strengthening, give a great boost of natural energy, provide a dose of vitamins and minerals, may assist with seasonal allergies, plus provide all sorts of other herbal medicinal benefits. They are the perfect solution when you feel depleted, run down, stressed out, overworked, or exhausted, and need an effective and simple natural solution.

The transition into autumn brings vibrantly colored leaves, crisp morning air, cozy knit scarves and sweaters, pumpkins and wintery fare, and all things quintessentially fall. It also brings colder temperatures, dry and windy weather, and more time indoors where the heated air is dry and low in humidity. This change in conditions can wreak havoc on our skin, causing it to become unbalanced, dry, flaky, chapped, and may cause acne even for those who usually don't experience breakouts. So, if you've noticed changes with your skin lately, then the shift in seasons could be the culprit! These are my favorite skincare tips to help your skin throughout this seasonal transition so that it can stay healthy and balanced during the autumn + winter months and beyond!

I have a delicious recipe for you today! This is my favorite chai tea recipe, and I'm so excited to share it with you. I've been making variations of this recipe for years - it's perfect for sharing with family and friends and sipping on throughout the chilly winter and early spring months. Plus, it is endlessly adaptable and utterly delicious - you can add or omit ingredients, and it will be just as wonderful, nourishing, and beneficial for the body & mind.

Exfoliation is so important and necessary for healthy skin, and body scrubs are one of the best and easiest treatments for removing dead and dull skin cells, softening and smoothing skin, and promoting circulation. This exfoliating scrub is simple to make in just a few minutes with ingredients that you likely already have on hand, and it will leave skin exfoliated, soft, glowing, moisturized, and feeling silky-smooth!

The transition into autumn brings vibrantly colored leaves, crisp morning air, cozy knit scarves and sweaters, pumpkins and wintery fare, and all things quintessentially fall. It also brings colder temperatures, dry and windy weather, and more time indoors where the heated air is dry and low in humidity. This change in conditions can wreak havoc on our skin, causing it to become unbalanced, dry, flaky, chapped, and may cause acne even for those who usually don't experience breakouts. So, if you've had dry skin recently or acne when you usually don't, then the shift in seasons could be the culprit!

If you're feeling a little overwhelmed by this or don't know where to start, I wrote this article for you! Here are my favorite skincare tips to help your skin throughout this transition so that it can stay healthy and balanced during the autumn months and beyond!

Facial steams are amazing for the skin and such a wonderful way to relax!  Learn about my favorite common plants to use in facial steams and how to properly do a facial steam at home.

Nettle infusions are extremely nourishing, nutritive, balancing, contain minerals and vitamins, contain medicinal properties, and they may also assist with seasonal allergies. Learn my super simple and favorite method to easily prepare nettle infusions yourself - no measuring required!

With only two ingredients, this deliciously simple cocktail couldn't be simpler to make!  After trying elderflower liqueur, you'll be smitten by the sweet, complex, and rich floral flavor which lends itself perfectly to a variety of drinks.

This exfoliating scrub is simple to make with ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen pantry, and it will leave skin soft, glowing, moisturized, and feeling silky-smooth! 

Spicy, warming, cozy, and uplifting! This is a simple recipe for an essential oil blend which can be added to a diffuser, a pot of simmering water on the stovetop, or to a tea kettle atop a fireplace to make your entire home smell amazing! Plus, there are instructions on how to create an aromatherapy spray using this blend.  This recipe has citrus and spice for that warming, comforting, and cheerful feeling that we all could use a little more of! 

Did you know that fir, spruce, and pine tips are amazing as a facial steam and taste delicious when brewed as a tea? Plus, they're loaded with Vitamin C! They're one of my favorite treats during the winter, but can be enjoyed year round. In this article, I'm sharing three simple recipes that can be made with conifer tips!

I'm sharing my favorite chai spiced tea recipe with you!  I love making this chai tea during the winter season, it warms the body and mind, and it just makes you feel good all over! And, in the summer months or in warmer climates, it can easily be made into an iced chai tea beverage. This recipe is endlessly adaptable and so good, try it out for yourself!