Shea butter is a fat harvested from the nuts of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). In its raw form, Shea has a yellow color, with processed and further refined versions having a yellow or white appearance. In English, the word “Shea” comes from s’í, the tree’s name in Bambara, a native language of Mali.…
What comes to mind when you start to think about fall? Pumpkin spiced lattes, leaves on the ground perhaps. How about natural beauty products? Fall and winter are one of the best times of the year to get your bright, warmer tones out. With summer gone, you want to find a natural way to wear your…
There’s nothing worse than having dry skin and not knowing what to do about it. These days, there’s a whole host of soap brands and products to choose from that can leave your skin feeling silky smooth and full of moisture. However, not all soaps are good for your skin. In fact, a lot of…
Peppermint is an ancient herb that has its origins in Europe. It is a naturally created hybrid, a mix of the watermint and the spearmint plants, now commonly grown in gardens across the globe today. It is a versatile plant that offers both flavor enhancement and traditional medicinal properties. Peppermint or Mentha piperita is an…
Turmeric is known by its botanical name, Curcuma longa. Growing to more than 3 feet in height it’s both a flowering plant and a rhizome, or the roots. The wonders and benefits of turmeric and its phenols, the bright yellows that comprise curcumin have considerably impacted the health of many individuals. Not only as a number one…
I’ve been involved in health, beauty, and fitness for more than ten years, and I admit I’ve been neglecting collagen. I knew what it was and what the primary functions are. But I was skipping over the more important point – about our decreased ability for natural production. I knew that the number went lower, but…
About Spa Med Beauty We started with a simple idea of sourcing healthy products for ourselves and our families with convenient at home delivery. Too many times we’d ordered items that seemed fine, and then when they arrived, they just weren’t right. Maybe it was the smell or a product that we loved before that…