You can’t see, smell, or taste them, but they’re everywhere. They are in hundreds of the products you use every day. They’re in the food you eat. They are even found in your body. What are we talking about? Phthalates. Also known as “the everywhere chemicals”. In household goods, phthalates are often used as plasticizers - they make plastics softer, more flexible, and transparent. When it … [Read more...]
On our lifelong skincare journey, there are some things we need to avoid as they are a recipe for disaster. One of them is sugar. Sugar ages your skin - it's one of the worst offenders for aging your face and body. Not only should you avoid sugar for dietary reasons, you now have the added incentive of protecting your skin from aging. Here are some of the effects that you may not have known … [Read more...]
When we talk about skincare, things can start sounding like a science course pretty quickly. A great example of this in action is the pH of your skin. But how can these two little letters have such an impact on our health and complexion? We’re about to break everything down for you. What is pH? Let’s take a trip down memory lane to high school chemistry class. In case you need a refresher, … [Read more...]
Ah… mom life. The sweet yet constant juggle of multiple responsibilities. Be it your job, kids’ recitals, household chores, or soccer games, you are always left with very little time (and energy) to focus on your own needs. Your self-care practices quickly vanish as you continue with your daily grind. Even though it may seem like the right thing to do, routinely dismissing your own needs can … [Read more...]
Press Release: Chia Chia Sun, CEO of Damiva, supports the groundbreaking legislation by the state of Maine that will eliminate toxic “forever chemicals” by 2030. “It reaffirms our approach,” Sun says, “which is to develop 100% natural skin and feminine care products that are water-free, chemical-free, and available to all women.” It was the discovery of “forever chemicals” in the … [Read more...]
Every woman wants to reduce the amount of chemicals she puts in and on her body. This goes for monthly PMS relief as well. The biggest misconception is that pre-menstrual pain is 'normal' and you just have to suck it up. That's a myth - there are natural ways to relieve your PMS. The menstrual cycle involves a delicate balance of hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone. If this … [Read more...]
Don’t we all love to swim? After all, there’s no other exercise that’s fun and helps you stay in shape like swimming! But have you ever experienced anything weird in your vagina after a dip in the pool, such as itching or dryness? If you're wondering whether swimming is bad for your vagina, the answer, unfortunately, is yes. The main reason swimming is bad for your vagina is because of the … [Read more...]
Your hormones are responsible for everything in your body - from growth, mood, and behavior, to digestion and fertility and even the quality of your skin. So, it is understandable why your skin changes during hormone fluctuations. This is especially true for estrogen. Estrogen is associated with increased collagen production, skin hydration, skin thickness, wound healing, and … [Read more...]
Who doesn’t love the feel of those first rays of sunshine? As summer sets in, the weather gets warmer and humidity increases, but so do the UV rays and, of course, the air conditioning. All of this combined can make your skin feel extra sensitive. Take a look at how you can perfect your summer skincare when things start to heat up! 1. Get into a routine One of the best things you can do for … [Read more...]
Having a child can feel like another daunting task to check off our to-do lists. Fertility naturally begins to decline at around age thirty-two. After age thirty-five, that decline generally speeds up. So, if you are a woman in your early thirties and want to conceive a baby now, here’s what you need to know about fertility: Prioritize your health! The majority of women in their early … [Read more...]
