The harmful effect that chemical pesticides have on our health, bodies and the environment is concerning. At Eminence Organic Skin Care, we pride ourselves on using organic and biodynamic farming methods to grow the purest ingredients to make our award-winning skincare products. Our natural and organic philosophy is important to us and if you’ve already made the switch to growing your own herbs and vegetables, we know it’s equally important to you.
Let’s face it, growing herbs can be intimidating. There’s the worry they might die. There’s the feeling like it’s too much work or the classic excuse, “I don’t have a garden.” We get it. But, as a company that creates organic skin care products from fresh fruit, plants and vegetables, we love to champion the benefits of growing your own organic herbs, even if it’s indoors.
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Feeling all doom and gloom now that winter has hit? Wondering if it’s even worth trying to grow something this season? It might surprise you to know that cold weather can actually be the perfect time for growing winter vegetables – you just need some tips of the trade. Continue Reading…
Is plastic wrap getting in the way of your zero-waste kitchen? Beeswax food wraps are a planet-friendly alternative to disposable plastic cling wrap and can be used for everything from covering leftovers to storing organic produce. These sustainable food wraps are made of natural materials and can be rinsed and reused time and time again. Read on for our step-by-step guide to making DIY beeswax wraps from the comfort of your own kitchen. Continue Reading…
You can’t get much more local than your favorite farmers market. These sustainable marketplaces present a unique opportunity to meet the people who grow your food, connect with your community and explore organic, farm fresh produce. Read on for our guide to shopping at your local farmers market.
Fall is just around the corner which means it’s almost time to visit your favorite pumpkin patch. Whether you plan to bake a pie or carve a jack-o’-lantern, there is a right and a wrong way to pick the perfect pumpkin. Read on our tips for how to pick a pumpkin, carve a jack-o’-lantern and roast pumpkin seeds. Continue Reading…
Each season brings about a new stage and phase in the calendar at any farm, and spring is no exception. Typically considered to be the start of the growing season in the Northern Hemisphere, spring represents fresh beginnings for life on the farm. To dive into this topic, we’ve had the pleasure of speaking directly with three inspiring farmers to learn exactly what happens on an organic farm during the spring. Continue Reading…
When it comes to organic farming in Hungary, there are few greater experts than Mátyás Nemes. Winner of Organic Farmer Of The Year in 2015, Mátyás consults for the Eminence Certified Organic Farm, educates our farmers and grows ingredients for our skin care products. As one of the pioneers of organic farming in this region, he brings us decades of experience and a dedicated belief in both organic and biodynamic farming practices.
When you open a jar of moisturizer, you may wonder how its contents travelled from source to bathroom shelf. Are there natural ingredients in there? What if harmful chemicals are mixed in too? How was this processed? You’re not the only one asking these questions. More and more people want to know about skin care ingredients, where they come from and how products are manufactured.
When the leaves turn color in Hungary, the change in season marks the beginning of the grape harvest. Besides producing a delicious glass of Tokay, this harvest yields another product as well: grapeseed oil, a fat used for cooking and skin care. Although it may not be as buzzy as other types of fats, grapeseed oil has tremendous benefits for the skin and also for your diet, when used sensibly. Here are a few health benefits of grapeseed oil and how it can help you: Continue Reading…