White sage (Salvia apiana) is member to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and has long been applied to both medicinal and culinary purposes. In fact, it's genus name Salvia derives from the Latin salvere, meaning "to be saved". So no shocker that this herb has had healing value throughout history.
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Herbal Vapor Rub To Save Yr Runny Nose
After almost definitely reaching my max intake of alkaseltzer and nasal spray I thought it may be more effective to try the proven Bloom method of just whippin' together our own herbal remedy that we can safely slather all over our body without fear of overdose warning.
Read MoreSore Muscle Rub To Kickstart Yr Heart
As soon as this soreness creeps in, our presh bods need rest and relief stat for muslce repair. And while it's easy to reach straight for the pharmaceutical anti-inflammatories, skip those and opt instead for your very own sore muscle rubs.
Read MoreSave Face: Homemade Healing Masks
Tis the soon-to-be-season for cranky, crackly dry skin. In our new series, Save Face, we'll explore the various methods of avoiding said dermal drama this season by using simple, nourishing, natural ingredients.
Read MoreLet Me Run Whenever I Want, Whatever I Want
On a beautiful Saturday when the weather was in the high 60’s and the sunshine was beaming, we traveled by bus out of the stuffy streets of New York heading upstate to Bear Mountain.
Read MoreHow to: Herbal Honey Infusions
Honey lends itself well to a variety of infusions, and the end result is a special little concoction easy to bottle up and save for a rainy day or give to a friend who's feeling under the weather.
Read MoreWinter Wellness: Ginger & Turmeric Toddy
One of our favorite drinks to enjoy on a cold winter's night (in FL that usually qualifies around 60ºF) is the time ol' hot toddy. Served warm, this spirit-based drink is commonly known as a somewhat *party appropriate* cold & flu remedy.
Read MoreGet Out The Door Gurl
The first step out the door is never the easiest. Although it’s easier to lay in your bed and watch The Cosby Show it’s well worth the reward to go out and be active.
Read MoreThe Sweet Smell Of Botany
So FYI, perfumes can do more than just help us smell pretty. And even though that's usually the endgame with our favorite fragrances, it's kind of awesome to know that with the right ingredients and know how...
Read MoreWinter Wellness: Simple Rosehip Syrup
Green Clay And Rosemary Face Mask
Clay is a solid, fat and moist earth that can be found in all different varieties: red, green, brown, grey, pink, yellow or white. Each type has its own properties, which are determined by where it comes from and how deeply it is mined.
Read MoreEasy to Hate, Easy to Make: Hand Sani
If you've managed to catch all the breaking headlines lately about new strains of deadly superbugs or flesh-eating street drugs , then you've probably become besties with that hand sanitizer dispenser at the exit of your office building...
Read MoreRosemary ACV Hair Rinse
Here's a quick recipe for a hair rinse that'll leave those locks shiny and smooth. Only a few basic ingredients- fresh rosemary and (Bloom personal fave) apple cider vinegar.
Read MorePucker Up: Organic Sugar Lip Scrub
With colder weather on its way, it's never too soon to start stocking up on all the moisturizers you can get those soon-to-be chapped hands on.
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