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In our blog, Osmia founder and CEO Sarah Villafranco, MD, shares trusted guidance on skin health, natural skincare, and the therapeutic power of plants. Whether you're curious about acne, sensitive skin, barrier repair, ingredients, or building a minimalist skincare routine, you'll find honest, clear answers rooted in research—and a gentle reminder to treat yourself with kindness.

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Perioral Dermatitis: A Physician’s Natural Treatment Approach

As a doctor and skincare founder, I healed my own perioral dermatitis with a natural, barrier-repairing routine—here’s what really works, and why.

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A Doctor’s Take: Is Beef Tallow Good for Skin? - Osmia
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A Doctor’s Take: Is Beef Tallow Good for Skin?

Tallow can moisturize, but the skincare claims are way ahead of the science. Here’s a doctor’s take on beef tallow for acne, eczema, wrinkles, sensitive skin, and how it compares to well-formulated plant oils.

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Why Are My Lips Always Chapped? 10 Hidden Causes of Chronic Dry Lips - Osmia
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Why Are My Lips Always Chapped? 10 Hidden Causes of Chronic Dry Lips

Wondering why your lips are always chapped? Here are 10 hidden causes of dry, cracked, peeling lips—and what to try when they won’t heal.

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How To Exfoliate Your Skin - Osmia
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How To Exfoliate Your Skin
How to exfoliate your skin, and our favorite tips on how to do it without making your skin angry!
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What Is Clean Beauty? Why “Natural” Skincare Isn’t Always Safer - Osmia
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What Is Clean Beauty? Why “Natural” Skincare Isn’t Always Safer

A thoughtful look at clean beauty, ingredient safety, and why “natural” doesn’t always mean safer—plus how to make informed skincare choices.

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A Guide to Oil Cleansing - Osmia
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A Guide to Oil Cleansing

Wondering if oil cleansing is right for your skin? Learn the pros, cons, and how to do it correctly—with easy DIY blends for every skin type and a few tips to avoid breakouts.

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Is Coconut Oil Actually Good for Your Skin? A Doctor Explains the Facts about Coconut Oil - Osmia
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Is Coconut Oil Actually Good for Your Skin? A Doctor Explains the Facts about Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is beloved and controversial in equal measure. Here’s how to use it safely on your skin—and what to try instead if it’s not the right fit.

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What's So Special About Ginger? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Ginger?

Warming, soothing, and deeply beneficial, ginger is more than a spice—it's a natural multitasker for skin, gut, and soul.

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What's So Special About Pink Salt? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Pink Salt?

Learn how the Himalayan salt mines were discovered, how pink salt can be used in skincare, and other health benefits of pink salt. Plus, two simple recipes for DIY salt scrubs you can try at home!
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What's So Special About Rose? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Rose?

Find out why roses are harvested just before dawn and how rose essential oil can (and should!) play a part in your self care and your skincare routine.
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What's So Special About Eucalyptus? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Eucalyptus?

Find out why you should reach for eucalyptus the next time you overdo it in yoga, or to find clarity before your big afternoon meeting. 
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What's So Special About Rose Geranium Oil? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Rose Geranium Oil?

We're digging in the dirt to uncover the magic of the rose geranium. Learn about the aromatherapy and skin benefits of rose geranium, and what makes rose geranium essential oil different from rose essential oil.
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What's So Special About Pumpkin? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Pumpkin?

What makes pumpkin so good for you, and especially for your skin? It's packed with vitamins and skin-loving enzymes—read up on how to use pumpkin to make you glow!
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What's So Special About Prickly Pear? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Prickly Pear?

Prickly pear may be prickly on the outside, but it makes your skin incredibly soft. Learn how to use it inside and out, plus a few interesting facts about this pokey cactus.
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What's So Special About Juniper? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Juniper?

Juniper trees produce an adorable blue berry (it's actually more like a tiny pinecone!) that will relieve stress and anxiety, and help purify the air. Learn all about the magic of juniper here!
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What's So Special About Cypress? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Cypress?

Learn how tall, beautiful cypress trees have been used for centuries to soothe the common cough, and grab our DIY recipe for an oil to massage tired muscles.
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What's So Special About Borage Seed Oil? - Osmia
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What's So Special About Borage Seed Oil?

Borage seed oil is anti-inflammatory and strengthening for your skin. That's why we use it in so many Osmia products!
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