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The Truth About Microplastics in Skincare

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A consequence of mass production and modern plastic use has resulted in the growing presence of microplastics, tiny plastic particles that have been found in our air, soil, and water. There’s now a growing concern over the impact of these particles on our health that has sparked awareness in the clothing, food, beverage, and skincare […]

Nail & Skin Health: Know Your Ingredients

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Taking a deeper dive into the world of skincare has opened our eyes to the simplicity and effectiveness of natural product formulations as well as the dangers of popular ingredients used across a wide range of products out there. Traditional hand lotions and creams on the market, even in spas and nail salons, are riddled […]

Makeup Remover Ingredients Matter: Rosehip Oil To The Rescue

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Ancient Egyptians, Mayans, Native Americans, and Chileans used rosehip oil to treat wounds, inflammation, scars, and burns. During wartime when there was citrus scarcity in Europe, apothecaries used infusions for vitamin C intake for illness and skin conditions.  Fast forward to today, old lessons have been rediscovered with this magical ingredient, and backed by science. […]

Rosemary Oil for Hair Growth: Science-Backed Benefits

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Rosemary Oil, extracted from the leaves of the Rosmarimus officinalis plant, is steeped in a rich tradition and history of use among many civilizations for its medicinal, spiritual, and cosmetic properties, dating as far back as 3000s BCE. Its versatile uses have withstood the test of time, keeping it among the top ingredients specifically sought […]

How Does The Nervous System Affect Skin Health? Easy Ways to Support & Reset

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If you’ve been an avid reader of Ellovi blogs, you know that stress impacts total body health. But how does this actually work? Stress triggers a biological response shifting the body to a state of high alert. The body’s response to stress is mainly controlled by the nervous system. The nervous system and skin health […]

Hydration: Understanding Water & Skin Health

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The importance of staying hydrated has long been known, with physicians and health enthusiasts prescribing 8 glasses, weight-dependent ounces, and electrolyte enhancement. The key to overall health, inside and out, is understanding how what we ingest works and what the effects are. Adequate hydration supports cell function, organ function, body temperature regulation, sleep quality, joint […]

What Is Sea Moss Good For? Marine Superfood Skincare & Beyond

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Winter is in full swing along with some of its less pleasant aspects such as colds, flus, post- holiday drag, alongside the other curve balls that life sends to keep us on our toes. Going back generations, the women of Ellovi have practiced the pursuit of wellness as a lifestyle. Natural preventative strategies ranging from […]

What are the Benefits of Coffee Essential Oil: A Skincare Hero

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The age-old debate about the health of coffee and how much of it to consume continues since its origins dating back to Ethiopia and the ancient Middle East. By the 15th century coffee grounds were found to have good skin exfoliation use for an energizing scrub as a remedy for puffiness and dull skin tone. […]

5 DIY Vegan Face Masks – Affordable Skincare For Fall

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Holiday season is coming with gift giving, celebrations, and more, tugging at the purse strings. You may find yourself looking for ways to save up especially when it comes to such luxuries as skincare. As we have reviewed in previous blogs, there are a myriad of ways to support skin health without breaking the bank […]

Unveiling Greenwashing: Know Your Skincare Ingredients

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We strive to improve our awareness about the product ingredients we consume both in our homes and for our skincare, and there are entire consumer/industry movements shifting behavior toward cleaner beauty in general. In the age of fast information, we sometimes fall prey to quick unchecked fact-gathering through unresearched social media posts and less than […]