Ready to bare all for spring? Exfoliation and dry brushing can get rid of dull winter skin and leave you glowing.

Leah Payne is a writer, author, and editor based in Vancouver, BC. She is the author of <a href="https://www.orcabook.com/Get-Outside-P7924">Get Outside!</a> and <a href="https://www.orcabook.com/Less-Is-More">Less is More</a>. (Headshot credit: Notting Hill Photography). 
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Skin Care

Beauty starts within. We celebrate natural, organic beauty that is better for the planet and helps you look and feel your best.  

Beauty

Chemicals in Cosmetics

Life is about balance. We provide you with strategies for a lifelong commitment to strength and well-being in all areas of your life. 

Lifestyle

Meghan van Drimmelen is a naturopathic physician practising in Victoria, BC. She has a general family practice with a special interest in womens health, fertility, hormones, and pediatrics.

Skin Conditions

Natural is the way. We bring you credible approaches to preventative health, holistic treatments, and supportive supplements.

Health

Where pimples meet wrinkles

Harriet Cooper is a freelance health writer and regular alive contributor.

Aging Skin

For a healthy skin makeover

Kristen Ma is an esthetician and Ayurvedic practitioner who owns a holistic spa chain. She is the author of <a href="http://amzn.to/2m5WVi8" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beauty: Pure + Simple</a> (McArthur and Co., 2010) and runs a beauty blog.

Acne

Glowing and healthy at any age

The managing editor, digital, at alive, Colleen likes baking healthy(ish) desserts and cooking up a good pun.

Aging

Prevent and diagnose it early

Susan Biali, MD, is a medical doctor, wellness expert, life coach, speaker, and author of <a href="http://amzn.to/2coP6hn">Live a Life You Love: 7 Steps to a Healthier, Happier, More Passionate You</a> (Beaufort Books, 2010).

Choose natural deodorants

Environmental Toxins

Have a safe beach day

Josie Padro is a Vancouver health and lifestyles writer.

Sun Safety

Get glowing for warmer weather

Spring Skin Care

Tips for children of all ages

Family comes first. We equip you with the tools to create a holistically healthy family now, and for generations to come.

Family

Healthy skin, hair, and nails for him

Men's Health

Advances in natural skin care and cosmetics

Get glowing with at-home treatments

Simple strategies for aging skin

Dona Sturmanis is a freelance writer and editor in Kelowna, BC. She specializes in articles about food, health, and extraordinary people.

Soothing natural treatments

Lesley D'Souza, ND, practices at Your Health Wellness Centre in Oakville, Ontario.

Skin Care

Exfoliate For Spring

Toxins in Beauty Products

4 Foods for a Radiant Complexion

3 Simple Steps to Ease Eczema

Exfoliate for Your Skin Type

Adult Acne

Rejuvenating Oils

Skin Care Solutions

4 Steps to Prepare Your Skin for the Fall

Active Winter Skin Care

Skin Care Solutions

Skin Cancer

Don't Sweat It

Sun Protection

Skin Cancer

Spring Skincare

Skin Care for Kids

Well Groomed

New Beauty Trends

The Healing Power of Steam

Look Younger, Longer

Kids' Skin Conditions

Safety First: Tips for a Successful Salon Experience

12 Summer Beauty Must-Haves