Wellness

If you have never experienced the transportive bliss of a sound bath then you're in for a treat. It's a kind of vibrational journey that you really have to feel to understand. The principle is based on sympathetic resonance; in this case of the body meeting and vibrating in harmony with the sound.  It’s an effective way to sink into a...

Essentialist tapped Dr. Rashmi Sharma, PhD in Medicinal Chemistry and Expert in Natural Cosmetic Formulations, to explain the role and benefits of natural oils in maintaining skin health.  It's a short read with a powerful message - natural oils work. Read on to find out how. Well hydrated and properly moisturized skin is essential not only for a youthful look but...

Watch and learn as Dr. Debbie Kung demonstrates the fundamentals of facial gua sha. It's a helpful visual for those unfamiliar with how to use the tool.  Learn this flow so you can do it on your own and make gua sha part of your regular self-care practice!

What is it? The community of living microorganisms that protect the skin and keep the skin barrier (i.e. the acid mantle and lipid barrier) functioning optimally. The microbiome is made up primarily of bacteria but can also contain fungi, viruses, and mites which are all imperative to overall skin health. You can't see it with the naked eye but it's very...