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Here are 5 simple ways to help your skin stay healthy and hydrated this season:💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the da...
10/22/2026

Here are 5 simple ways to help your skin stay healthy and hydrated this season:

💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
🚿 Choose warm showers instead of extra-hot ones.
🧴 Moisturize every day - especially after bathing.
🧤 Wear gloves when you're outside in cool, windy weather.
🏡 If your home feels extra dry, try running a humidifier to add moisture back into the air.

You don't need a 10-step routine to have happy skin. A few consistent habits can go a long way.

Which one of these habits do you already do...and which one could you be better about?

Calendula has been used in herbal traditions for centuries and is often chosen in skincare for its ability to help comfo...
10/15/2026

Calendula has been used in herbal traditions for centuries and is often chosen in skincare for its ability to help comfort dry, stressed, or irritated-looking skin.

We love including plant-based ingredients like calendula because they're simple, time-tested, and work beautifully alongside the skin's natural barrier.

One of the best parts of natural skincare is learning what each ingredient brings to the table. Once you understand the "why" behind an ingredient, choosing products becomes so much easier.

🌼 Is calendula an ingredient you've tried before, or is it new to you?

With cold and flu season among us be sure to grab your Elderberry Oxymel before it's too late. Elderberry Oxymel is rich...
10/09/2026

With cold and flu season among us be sure to grab your Elderberry Oxymel before it's too late. Elderberry Oxymel is rich in antioxidants, support immune health, soothes sore throats, and supports digestion. You can take it as immune support or only when you're sick.

Unlike the rest of your skin, your lips don't have oil glands to help keep them naturally moisturized. Add in cool air, ...
10/08/2026

Unlike the rest of your skin, your lips don't have oil glands to help keep them naturally moisturized. Add in cool air, wind, and lower humidity, and it's easy for them to become dry or chapped.

One more thing - licking your lips might feel like it helps, but it actually makes them dry out even faster.

Here's how to keep your lips happy this season:
💧 Stay hydrated.
👄 Apply lip balm throughout the day.
🌬️ Protect your lips when you're spending time outdoors.
😴 Add one more layer before bed for overnight moisture.

The best time to care for your lips is before they become chapped.

What's one thing you never leave home without in the fall? Lip balm...or something else?

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we wear pink to honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, remem...
10/01/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we wear pink to honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, remember those we lost, and support the families who continue the journey.

Early detection saves lives. Schedule your mammogram, perform regular self-checks, and encourage the women you love to do the same.

Together, we spread awareness, hope, and support!

Think Pink🩷

Throughout the day, your hands are constantly working:- They're washed over and over.- They're exposed to cool, dry air....
10/01/2026

Throughout the day, your hands are constantly working:
- They're washed over and over.
- They're exposed to cool, dry air.
- They rub against gloves, clothing, and everything else you touch.
- And for many of us, they're busy working outdoors or around the house.

All of that can leave your skin feeling dry, rough, and in need of a little extra care.

Keeping a hand cream nearby makes it easy to moisturize throughout the day before your skin starts feeling uncomfortable.

Your hands do a lot for you every single day, they deserve a little love too.

How many times a day do you think you wash your hands?

Why? Your skin is still holding onto some moisture, and applying a moisturizer right away helps support your skin's natu...
09/23/2026

Why? Your skin is still holding onto some moisture, and applying a moisturizer right away helps support your skin's natural barrier and lock that hydration in.

Here's a simple way to think about it:
💧 Hydration adds water to your skin.
🧴 Moisturizer helps keep that hydration from escaping.

The two work best together!

It's a small habit that only takes a minute, but it can make a big difference in how your skin feels throughout the day, especially during the cooler months.

Do you moisturize right after your shower, or is this a new tip you'll be trying?

🌱 There’s a story behind every plant and a story behind Alternativ.In her recent episode of Get Better Faster Podcast , ...
09/18/2026

🌱 There’s a story behind every plant and a story behind Alternativ.

In her recent episode of Get Better Faster Podcast , our co-founder Kimberly Lauffer shares the experiences, knowledge, and passion that led her to a life rooted in medicinal plants and natural wellness.

From growing herbs to understanding their traditional uses, Kim’s approach is all about learning from nature and sharing that knowledge with others.

We’re proud to have her as part of the Alternativ story and even prouder to see her sharing that story with the world. 💚

🎧 Listen to the full conversation on Get Better Faster! and hear Kim’s story for yourself.

Apple Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-better-faster/id1853967759

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3E1QHBD8jMunX4Fe65Rgz7

Audible:
https://www.audible.com/podcast/Get-Better-Faster/B0G2PV55TX?qid=1764595218&sr=1-4&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=JV9NRNQV71DRJB16MBNW&plink=OUH8ZuwZGAMaylBG&pageLoadId=3gSVUZZTJS9kRWt6&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_4

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But here's the catch: extra-hot water can wash away your skin's natural oils, making it easier for moisture to escape. T...
09/17/2026

But here's the catch: extra-hot water can wash away your skin's natural oils, making it easier for moisture to escape. That's why your skin may feel tight or itchy after you dry off.

Instead, try a few simple changes:
Choose warm instead of very hot water.
Keep showers a little shorter. Apply Lotion while your skin is still slightly damp to help lock in moisture.

Your skin will notice the difference.

Are you a hot shower person, or do you prefer warm?

As temperatures cool, the air loses humidity, your heater starts running, and your skin has a much harder time holding o...
09/11/2026

As temperatures cool, the air loses humidity, your heater starts running, and your skin has a much harder time holding onto moisture. Before you know it, your skin starts feeling dry, tight, or flaky.

The good news? You don't need an entirely new skincare routine—just a few seasonal adjustments.

✨ Switch to richer moisturizers, stay hydrated, and give your skin a little extra nourishment as the weather changes.

Your skin changes with the seasons...your skincare should too.

🍁 What's the first sign that fall has arrived for your skin?

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