Dresden Body + Wellness Blogs

About a week ago I started checking my blood glucose with a glucometer (small machine with a finger-picking lancet and test strips) because I want...

The gua sha tool. We see it everywhere, we all want to love it, and what's not to love? The promise of renewed skin and glow. The allure of sculpt...

Tis the season for celebrating (lots of celebrating…), but if you’re someone with a digestive system that is easily thrown out of balance this season may not be the easiest for you. Here are some tips that can help!

What are hydrosols? Have you been wondering what the hype is about hydrosols? Here is everything you need to know about this simple skincare secret. From how they are made, to how to use them, and why I love them. You may end up falling in love with them too.

Ever wondered how to tell if that new product is actually worth your time? Well let's chat about cell cycles, consistency, skin microbiomes, even moon cycles. Plus we touch on ways to incorporate oil based products in to your routine.

Let me introduce to you to two of my favorite natural beverages to replenish vitamins and minerals and maximize hydration. Plus some best practices to optimize water metabolism.

While there are innumerable herbal formulas in the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Materia Medica (herbal literature) focused on the digestion and all the various ways it can go haywire, there is one formula that has such a broad reach of ailments addressed that it’s essential to have on hand. Pro tip: I don’t travel without it! But more on that later. 

Let me introduce you to Curing Pills. Ta-da!

Dresden Body + Wellness | Wondering which supplements to take for prevention of colds/flus and other viruses? Here is a list of my favorite supplements to take, why, when, how and how much. I'm not a fan of buying a box load of supplements so I've boiled down the routine to it's essence and here it is to share with you. Via my protocol on Full Slate you can save 10% on this immune boosting regimen.

How often should you use your gua sha tool? Anytime! In this post we discuss consistency in your organic and natural skincare routine and why your gua sha tool is one your most useful tools in your beauty drawer.

By now I’m sure you’ve seen tons of different forms and crystals used to make gua sha tools out there. When I first got introduced to gua sha I w...

Rose quartz? Jade? Clear quartz? Every wondered which gua sha tool to choose? Here I explain what facial gua sha is and why choosing the right tool is important for any organic skincare routine. Also learn why we chose rock quartz, sodalite and blue tansy as our gemstones / essential oils of choice at Dresden Body + Wellness.

These top 5 supplements are a natural way to help protect and bolster lung health during wildfire season. These herbs and supplements counter oxidative stress, nourish and clear the lungs and support our natural stress response.