Jojoba Oil Skincare Benefits: A Timeless Natural Moisturizer for All Skin Types
At Ellovi, we’re always mining time-tested, centuries-old skincare practices to bring into simple, yet effective modern formulations. Deeply rooted in traditional healing dating back to the desert landscapes of the American Southwest, jojoba oil has remained a trusted botanical with a remarkable range of benefits. Indigenous Origins: The First Uses of Jojoba Oil The O’odham […]
12 Skin Microbiome Stressors: What’s Harming Your Skin Barrier?
Intricate or simplified skincare routines aside, many of us struggle with balancing our skin health, overlooking habits that hide the culprits in plain sight. It’s the perfect season to reexamine and relearn better habits. What is the microbiome? The skin microbiome is the diverse ecosystem of microorganisms that live on the surface of […]
The Truth About Microplastics in Skincare
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 […]
Nail & Skin Health: Know Your Ingredients
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
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 Hair Hero: Science-Backed Benefits
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 […]
Hydration: Understanding Water & Skin Health
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 […]
Sea Moss Marine Superfood: Skincare & Beyond
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
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
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 […]
