• Charlotte’s Web Spins Tale of Friendship

    Charlotte’s Web didn’t bring me to tears, but really did allow me to reflect on life and the value of friendships, through Wilbur’s realization of just how much his multi-legged friend had done for him. The radiant, yet humble pig really does remind us of the value of honouring our friendships, a great lesson for…

  • Pure & Local Holiday Gift Guide

    The seasonal—and sometimes stressful—gift-giving time of year is upon us. But relax! This time of year is about spreading love and joy, not dollars and cents—don’t let any commercials lead you to believe otherwise. Nevertheless, exchanging a gift with a friend, family or lover is one of the most joyful things to do, so embrace…

  • Pure & Local: Rose Water

    Rose water is my favorite of all hydrosols, or floral waters, and with good reason. Gentle, with many skin-enhancing benefits, it can help hydrate, refresh, soothe and even cleanse your skin. Plus it smells simply divine!

  • Pure & local: After the sun damage

    Let’s start with a basic fact: sun damage is by far the most significant cause of wrinkling, skin aging and skin cancers. Jennifer Freitas gives the low-down on summer time damage control.

  • Pure & Local: Cleaner eating, clearer skin

    Pure & Local gives a low-down on repeat, pore-clogging offenders found in your kitchen.

  • Pure and Local: Seasonal skin care

    Winter gives the quest for hydration — chapped skin, flare-ups of eczema and rashes, even wrinkles and fine lines appear more prominent. Jennifer Freitas shares skin care methods for the season.

  • Pure and local: natural teeth whitening

    Most over the counter whitening strips are made of polyethylene, a flexible plastic that molds to the tops, surfaces, edges and crevices of the teeth – a process that can be avoided with natural teeth-whitening methods.