


The Mendesian - NEA’s Ancient Egyptian Tribute Fragrance
Ever wonder what perfume Ancient Egyptian nobility wore? Egypt was the perfume capital of the ancient world, and "The Mendesian," was among the most iconic and well documented fragrances.

Why do so many skincare products contain cocoa butter?
Cocoa butter is popular in cosmetic products because it is a highly effective moisturizer, containing both emollients and occlusives, and is jam-packed with antioxidants. Here’s a closer look at precisely why I use cocoa butter in my Rescue Bar and Lip Conditioner.


What is a Rescue Bar?
Body balm in a stick! Zero-waste solid moisturizer chock-full of skin-loving ingredients.

How to get the most out of your shower steamers
Looking for how to get the most out of your shower steamers? Find a few tips for a long-lasting aromatherapy spa experience in this overview!


What to expect from New England Apothecary
There’s a lot of misinformation and runaway marketing in the body & spa product world, and I cringe a bit each time I run into products that use fear and ignorance in their marketing.