Journal

Urban Oreganics was born from a deep passion for sustainability, simplicity, and mindful self-care—and my journal is an extension of that vision. Here, I’ll share tips for using our products, guides to embracing minimalism, and inspiration for a more conscious lifestyle. It’s a space for our community to come together and explore the things that matter most to us all—living intentionally, treading lightly, and creating a better world, one small choice at a time.

5 Natural Ingredients for Healthy and Nourished Skin

5 Natural Ingredients for Healthy and Nourished Skin

As an alternative to the long list of chemicals that make up your typical skincare product, you can choose skincare essentials that are formulated with effective natural ingredients. So, let’s take a look at five natural skincare ingredients that can keep your skin healthy and nourished.

What to Look For In a Sunscreen

What to Look For In a Sunscreen

When you look at rows and rows of sunscreens at a grocery store… It can definitely be overwhelming. It begs the question: what should I look for in a good sunscreen? Here’s some pointers to finding a sunscreen that’s both good for the planet and you.

How to Avoid the Dreaded Maskne

How to Avoid the Dreaded Maskne

We want to protect ourselves and other people… But we’d also like to keep our face flawless, thank you very much. So the question is: how do we both stay safe and protect our already-delicate skin? Let’s find out...

Real Skin, Real Results: Kelli's Story

Real Skin, Real Results: Kelli's Story

Discover the transformative journeys of real Urban Oreganics customers in our new series. From struggling with skin concerns to achieving their healthiest, most radiant complexion, these stories highlight the power of mindful, plant-based skincare.

These are testimonials from customers just like you! This week, we talked with Kelli about her journey to healthy skin using Urban Oreganics.

10 Ways to Keep Busy During Quarantine

10 Ways to Keep Busy During Quarantine

Hello from quarantine! Now that you may have settled into this temporary “normal,” we figured it was the perfect time to share our tips on living a minimalist lifestyle, meal prepping, healthy skin routines, and more to help you productively pass the time while you're safe at home.

6 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Skincare Routine

6 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Skincare Routine

Taking care of your skin is important — and maintaining a daily skincare routine is part of this. But what if your skincare routine was actually causing your skin problems, rather than helping to treat them?

30 Days to a Simpler Life

30 Days to a Simpler Life

Now that the year has started (and flown by), it's a good time to hit the reset button. Insert our "30 Days to a Simpler Life" guide here. This guide includes purging different parts of your home and your life, physically, electronically, and mentally. Our hope is that this guide will serve as a placeholder to come back to whenever you’re in need of a reset.

Natural Glowing Skincare Challenge

Natural Glowing Skincare Challenge

I’m so excited to welcome Megan Roosevelt, RDN from Healthy Grocery Girl for this guest post. Megan is sharing simple yet impactful ways to build healthier skincare habits, from choosing more natural products to nourishing your skin from the inside out. She’s even put together a month-long challenge to help you achieve your healthiest skin yet. Ready to get glowing? Let’s dive in!

Why You Should Give Seaweed a Chance

Why You Should Give Seaweed a Chance

Beside promising that seaweed is actually nothing to be afraid of—and in fact, quite delicious—it’s also a plant chockful of nutritional value, sustainably planted, and proving to be saving our oceans. We’re gonna say it should be the next kale: and here’s why.

Why You Need to Make the Switch to Clean Cosmetics

Why You Need to Make the Switch to Clean Cosmetics

When you’re low on budget and need cosmetics… The drug store brands call to you. We get it. It’s easy to buy the cheapest product; less stressful to just pick out the first lotion that says it “purifies the skin.” You may have heard whispers of “toxic ingredients” in them, but it wouldn’t be approved by the government if it was that bad for you, right? 

5 Mental Benefits of Having a Skin Care Routine

5 Mental Benefits of Having a Skin Care Routine

The benefits of having a routine go beyond just waking up with soft skin. Perfecting your skin care regime can also have a positive impact on your mental health. Whether you're a fan of a multi-step regimen, or prefer to keep it super simple, here's why you need a skin care routine in your life.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog 5 Tips to Prevent Dry Skin from the Inside Out

5 Tips To Prevent Dry Skin From The Inside Out

Dry skin is a common frustration, especially in the winter months. It can be caused by a variety of things, from bathing or skin care routines, to weather, diet, and even genetics. If you’re currently struggling with dry skin or want to prevent it, we hope you find these tips helpful.