Secret Ingredient: Argan Oil
Fair-trade cooperatives in Morocco benefiting women have made the oil skyrocket in popularity — it’s not just good for users, it’s now also beneficial for local harvesters.
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The term diamond comes from an ancient Greek word meaning ‘unbreakable.’
The jack-o-lantern tradition originated in Ireland, where they carved turnips and put burning coals inside.
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Hemp is one of the hottest health food trends in North America. It’s not only an ingredient in many personal care products, it can be added to food to benefit the skin.
Cleopatra of Egypt regularly took honey and milk baths to maintain her youthful appearance.
Algotherapy is the use of seaweed or seaweed extracts in health or beauty treatments.
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