In the pursuit of holistic well-being, the intimate connection between the mind and body has gained increasing recognition. One fascinating field that delves into this intricate relationship is psychodermatology – a discipline that explores the link between psychological factors and skin health. In recent years, researchers have expanded their focus to include the impact of mental well-being on hair health, giving rise to a burgeoning interest in the intersection of psychodermatology and hair care.   What is Psychodermatology? Psychodermatology, at its core, acknowledges the relatio ..read more

'Tis the season of giving, and as the festive spirit fills the air, the quest for the perfect gift begins. Finding the ideal present for each unique person on your list can be quite the mental puzzle. Fear not, for our holiday gift guide is here to be your festive compass, navigating through the diverse personalities that make your gift list special. Whether you're shopping for the trendsetter, the busy mama, the working professional, or the worldly traveller, we got natural skincare and haircare to indulge their senses (and give them the gift of more radiant skin and luscious hair!) &nb ..read more

  With the holidays quickly approaching, we've got that all-natural, vegan, cruelty-free, dermatologist-tested and trichologist-approved skincare and haircare designed to achieve the bliss that your brain has been craving. After such a wild year, you and your friends and family deserve it! Enjoy our holiday shopping guide from the Luna Nectar Universe!     1. Aphrodite Hair Density Kit   Achieve denser, fuller-looking lashes, brows, and hair with this Aphrodite Hair Density gift set! Contains: Moon Boost Lash & Brow Enhancing Serum (recently nominated for 'Best ..read more

Thinning hair after childbirth? You're not alone. Postpartum hair loss, also known as postpartum telogen effluvium, is a common condition that many women experience after giving birth. It occurs due to hormonal changes that can disrupt the normal hair growth cycle, leading to excessive shedding. While postpartum hair loss is usually temporary and resolves on its own, there are several tips you can follow to minimize its effects and promote healthy hair growth:   Courtesy of Luna Nectar's Atmosphere Hair Density Serum 10 Tips To Combat Postpartum Hair Loss:   1. Be patient: Postpar ..read more

Eyebrow and lash serums have transformed drastically over the short period that they've been around. Curious about the history of lash serums from how it started, to where they are now? (hint: it started off with the use of prostaglandins, to the development of prostaglandin-free alternatives, such as our Moon Boost Eyebrow and Lash Serum!: Prostaglandins and FDA Approval: In the early 2000s, prostaglandins, specifically bimatoprost, were originally developed as prescription eye drops to treat glaucoma, a condition characterized by increased pressure in the eyes. During clinical trials ..read more

Ready to add a super-charged leave-in conditioner to your haircare arsenal? Tremella, also known as the snow mushroom, is taking the industry by storm—and it's the star ingredient in our brand-new Lucid Leave-in Conditioning Hair Milk.   In its native tropical and sub-tropical habitats, the fairytale-like fungus looks almost coral-like, with delicate gelatinous petals of a translucent silvery-white—however, tremella's reputation as the beauty mushroom stem from its effects rather than its appearance.   As a powerful adaptogen, we sourced tremella as an ingredient used ..read more

As a copywriter and owner of Jooska, I provide creative services to many Vancouver businesses in the sustainability sector. Last fall, I began collaborating with a new client. Luna Nectar is a Canadian-based team that creates sustainable hair and skincare. With mostly anhydrous (waterless) formulas to conserve resources, they’re spreading globally with products backed with enough glowing reviews to leave even the biggest skeptic starry-eyed. Their flagship product Moon Boost Eyebrow and Lash Serum is a multi-award winner. Since I began collaborating with the team, it’s been mentioned twice by ..read more

Sustainability – the buzzword with over 1 billion Google results, 11 million Instagram photos and plastered everywhere from beauty brands’ websites, to the food industry, to new tech. With the growing number of well-informed consumers, green is the new sizzling debutante of the season, and brands are rushing to portray their products as green, clean and yes - sustainable. But, how can you decipher if a product is actually sustainable and not just trying to appease the green consumer?  Look no further - we are here to provide the breakdown of how you can ensure your purchases this holiday ..read more

By now, you've heard so much about the magical, skin-plumping and blurring effects of hyaluronic acid. It's miraculous capabilities of drawing 1000x its weight in moisture to the skin is exactly what we need as our natural hyaluronic acid reserve decreases as we age. It's perfect for hydration! However, there are different weights of hyaluronic acid (low molecular weight and high molecular weight), combined with different percentages used in skincare products. Confusing, right?  According to studies, when damage occurs to the skin, hyaluronidase enzymes are released, which then breaks up ..read more

Feeling like your anxiety has anxiety? Does it feel like you're dragging your body around like a reluctant boulder on a chain every day? It could be due to magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is a crucial mineral that is commonly lacking in adults. Our food supply stemming from our nutrient-deprived soil and water supply is typically depleted of magnesium by factors such as machine treatment, pollutants, and pesticides. We should be intaking 320 – 420mg daily, however the average adult intakes 250mg daily. For those who exercise rigorously, your intake should be higher, up to 500mg. If y ..read more