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where to find a complete fragrance-free skincare routine?
Where to Find a Complete Fragrance-Free Skincare Routine
A complete fragrance-free skincare routine removes synthetic scents and fillers so your skin can finally breathe. And contrary to what so many people assume, it doesn’t mean giving up on... Read more...
how to tell if skincare has fragrance
How to Tell if Skincare Has Fragrance
Fragrance in skincare is one of those sneaky things that sounds harmless until your skin tells you otherwise. That subtle “clean” or “fresh” scent can actually come from dozens of... Read more...
why clean beauty
Why Clean Beauty is Worth the Investment
Clean beauty sounds radical - but the truth is, it’s a return to what skincare was always meant to be: pure, transparent, and effective. It’s about feeding your skin ingredients... Read more...
is fragrance bad in skincare
Is Fragrance in Skincare Bad?
It’s no secret that most skincare brands load up their formulas with things your skin doesn’t really need. But the truth is, a lot of these extras actually cause more... Read more...
how to use manuka honey on face
How to Use Manuka Honey on Face
We think the best skincare ingredients come from Mother Earth, and Manuka Honey is one of our personal favorites. It’s not hard to see why. What other ingredient provides deep,... Read more...
manuka honey vs raw honey for face
Manuka Honey vs Raw Honey For Face
You’ve probably heard all about the benefits of honey for skincare. It’s been used for thousands of years to address everything from wounds to dullness.  Not all forms of honey... Read more...
Why Less Is True Luxury
Why Less Is True Luxury
Why Less Is True Luxury We live in a world obsessed with more. More products. More steps. More trends. More noise. Beauty culture, in particular, thrives on convincing us we’re... Read more...
Composting, Simplified: What To Do With Your Planter Box
Composting, Simplified: What To Do With Your Planter Box
At Oshun, every detail is designed with reverence for Mother Earth. That’s why your new packaging isn’t just packaging — it’s part of the ritual. Your Compostable Planter Box Your... Read more...
Why Fragrance Has No Place in Skincare
Why Fragrance Has No Place in Skincare
The Problem With “Fragrance” on a Label Flip over most skincare or beauty products and you’ll see one little word: fragrance. It looks harmless. Sometimes it’s dressed up as “parfum”... Read more...
The Truth Behind Bright Beauty: Why Ethical Mica Matters
The Truth Behind Bright Beauty: Why Ethical Mica Matters
What Is Mica (And Why Do Cosmetic Brands Use It?) Mica is a natural mineral that creates the shimmer you see in many beauty products — from eyeshadow palettes to... Read more...
Do You Really Need 10 Products? How Overloading Your Skin Can Do More Harm Than Good
Do You Really Need 10 Products? How Overloading Your Skin Can Do More Harm Than Good
The Problem With “More” The beauty industry thrives on convincing us we’re never enough. A cream for this. A lotion for that. A new “must-have” every season. Before long, your... Read more...
Can You Use Bar Soap on Your Face?
Can You Use Bar Soap on Your Face?
Bar soap gets a bad rap. And honestly, we get it. Those bars you’ve seen on drugstore shelves leave skin tight, dry, and begging for moisturizer.  But the truth is,... Read more...