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Six essentials to spring clean your wellness routine.
In spring, the beauty of nature returns and the flowers start to bloom again. It’s time to pack away the cozy and warm wellness essentials that got us through the winter and refresh our self-care routines with the brighter and breezier scents of spring. Read on for our top wellness picks for the sunnier days ahead.
Scrub away winter blues and say hello to spring with the Rocky Reserve Flora Sea Salt Scrub ($34) from Rocky Mountain Soap. The scrub is made with hand harvested Vancouver Island sea salt and packed with nourishing minerals. As the weather warms up and the layers come off, this scrub will have your skin glowing for a smooth welcome to the season. rockymountainsoap.com
Spring is the ideal time to unwind and get your zen on. Saje’s Grounding Room and Yoga Mat Spray ($24) is made with a blend of orange, patchouli and niaouli essential oils to give your yoga sessions a peaceful yet energizing vibe. Savasana has never been more relaxing. saje.ca
Om Organics’ plant-based, handcrafted Soothing Herb and Petal Bath Soak ($34) is made with coconut oil, vanilla bean and woodsy natural aromatics. This bath soak softens and hydrates skin and transforms bath time into a peaceful stroll through the forest. omskin.com
Nothing says spring like a garden tea party. Beauty From Bees’ London Fog and Vanilla scented Room and Body Spray ($23) offers an elegant 100% non-toxic alternative to artificial air fresheners, bringing an all-natural freshness to spring cleaning routines. beautyfrombees.ca
Spring is the time to appreciate the power of nature. Sḵwálwen Botanicals is an Indigenous skin care line that honours Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) plant knowledge and ancestral traditions. Their Shkweń Rainforest Rejuvenating Bath & Body Oil ($72) combines the natural effects of stinging nettle and devil’s club to ease sore muscles and joints and in order to be ready for the outdoor activities that warmer weather brings. skwalwen.com
Spring clean your wellness routine with the Organic Bath Oil from Obakki. Made with sunflower seed oil, sandalwood, vetiver and amber, this oil is designed to moisturize and relax. Created with 100% plant-based ingredients, this set is the ideal refresh for springtime soaking. obakki.com
Anjini Snape is a Scottish writer in Vancouver who enjoys covering places where arts, design, culture, and community come alive. When not writing, she is practicing film photography or watching niche YouTube video essays.
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