A place to discover and learn about natural, clean skincare, read stories about well-being and gain insights into aging

Prickly Pear Oil: Powerful Benefits for Older and Aging Skin

Prickly Pear cactus with several red fruit
Ingredient Spotlight: Renowned for its rejuvenating properties and nutrient-dense profile, prickly pear seed oil is recognized as having a wide range of benefits for older, mature skin.  Rich in vitamins E and K, essential fatty acids and antioxidants, prickly pear oil is a superfood for the skin. Learn more about this wonderful oil!
— Laura Coblentz

The Nonsense of Anti-Aging Skincare

Older women outside smiling at the camera
Every day, women are bombarded with messages that tell us aging is something to be ashamed of or resisted at all costs.  Our culture places value on youth, with aging seen as something to 'fight'. The term 'anti-aging' comes with obvious negative connotations as a judgment:  youth is good, aging is not. 
— Laura Coblentz

Keeping Skin Hydrated and Healthy with a Face Mist

Older woman in gray sweater looking at the camera
Hydration mists not only provide an instant burst of moisture and help to combat dryness and dehydration, but they can also deliver a boost of nutrients such as vitamins, antioxidants, and botanical extracts that revitalize the skin.  
— Laura Coblentz

Benefits of Plant-Based Face Oils for Aging Skin

African American woman wearing orange shirt outside smiling

One of the primary characteristics of skin with a story – i.e., older skin, is a decrease in natural oil production and a loss of elasticity. There are a lot of opinions out there about what products and routines are best for older skin, but we are big fans of face oils and the numerous benefits they provide for skin with a story.  The Daily Nourish Face Oil, made with vegan, plant-based oils, is wonderfully protective and supportive of the skin.

— Laura Coblentz

Finding Harmony in Aging: The Taoist Way

Taoist symbol of Yin and Yang
In today’s world, aging is often seen as a challenge, a decline, and something to be feared. But what if there was a different way to approach the aging process? Taoism embraces the wisdom and beauty that comes with time, and aging is not something to be feared or resisted, but rather a transformative journey of self-discovery and inner growth.
— Laura Coblentz

Jojoba Oil and Its Benefits for Aging Skin

Jojoba orchard at sunset

Ingredient Spotlight: Incorporating jojoba oil into your skincare routine can be a game-changer for achieving healthy and luminous skin. Whether you have dry, oily, or combination skin, jojoba oil can effectively balance sebum production and restore the skin's natural moisture barrier, while antioxidants like vitamin E help combat free radicals and protect skin from environmental stressors.

— Laura Coblentz

The Bigger Picture

Stones piled in a zen manner in a pool of water
We all look in the mirror and fixate on different elements of our appearance. Here, we dive into why we do that and what it means, while thinking about the bigger picture.
— Laura Coblentz

Is Macadamia Nut Oil Good for Your Skin? A Closer Look at Its Benefits

Macadamia nuts on a board with a small bowl of macadamia nut oil

Ingredient Spotlight: Is Macadamia nut oil good for skin? We think so! We love it for its ability to nourish, smooth, and protect mature skinm. Read here to learn more about this nutrient-dense wonder oil and how it works to nourish dry or aging skin, helping to restore its natural elasticity and suppleness.
— Laura Coblentz

Life lessons in one sentence

MC, our Alaska-based favorite 50-something musing over some of her favorite quotes with mini-life lessons for women over 50 who are embracing the simple beauty of aging. Read here for some inspiration.
— Laura Coblentz

I Love Those Faces

Grandmother with granddaughter laughing

Lately, I have noticed that the more my face changes to resemble these women who I love, the less I am concerned about it. When I look at photos of my grandmother or am fortunate enough to see my mother, I think “I love those faces!” 

— Laura Coblentz