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Body Oils vs. Body Butters
Jun 17, 2022
Between all the oils, butters, whips and more out there, it can feel impossible to figure out which body moisturisers are right for you. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just test out everything, for free at home? If only. Until then, what we can do is break down the differences between two of our bodycare heroes
Buy Less, Buy Well
May 30, 2022
Self care should not cause more stress. So we're all about minimising clutter - leaving room for maximising your savings, cabinet space, downtime and green practices.   
LIHA Cleansing Balm
Dec 19, 2021
Traditions from African massage have much to teach us about making sure the methods and tools we use in our daily face and skincare rituals truly imbue self-love.
LIHA Cleansers
Dec 14, 2021
Let’s Start with ORINRIN, the deep soothing cleanser.  When you open this balm, a tranquil infusion of scents exhales from the jar. The golden yellow butter inside melts into your skin, and kind of tugs on that instinct (especially in the winter) to dab your lips with anything velvety and soothing. 
5 Facial Cleansing Myths Debunked
Nov 18, 2021
5 Cleansing Myths Debunked. Myth #1: Oils clog, not cleanse. Fact #1: Oils can be a great option for a gentle, balancing cleanse. 
African Beauty Secrets
Aug 09, 2021
The rich culture of Yoruba beauty traditions has been used over centuries and has never halted in its usefulness. Long before the worldwide Eurocentric beauty standard, the beauty of African women was celebrated daily. They held the secrets to their smooth skin, moisturised and intricate hairstyles, and the confidence and power of Asé. T