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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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How To Dry Brush Effectively - Osmia
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How To Dry Brush Effectively

Irritated, angry skin seems to be a seasonal normal, but it doesn’t have to be this way! Learn why dry brushing is making a comeback, the history behind deep skin exfoliation and how to give dry brushing a whirl next time you feel the winter itch. 
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How To Start A Compost Pile - Osmia
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How To Start A Compost Pile

Learn how to set up a compost pile in your own backyard, what materials you can use, and why fall is the perfect time to become a soil savior. 
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Our Favorite Colorado Companies - Osmia
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Our Favorite Colorado Companies

We love being a Colorado company, and we're shouting from the mountain peaks about some of our favorite fellow Colorado businesses. Check out our Colorado guide to shopping local all over the Front Range and beyond, and show these trailblazers your support. 
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Blueberry Basil Breakfast Smoothie - Osmia
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Blueberry Basil Breakfast Smoothie

My youngest daughter's favorite breakfast smoothie - quick, nutrient-rich, and oh so tasty!
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Ten Tips For Better Sleep - Osmia
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Ten Tips For Better Sleep

Ten tips to get better sleep—who doesn't need that??
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Seven Simple Skincare Rules - Osmia
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Seven Simple Skincare Rules

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Skincare For Teens With Acne - Osmia
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Skincare For Teens With Acne

A guide to happier, healthier skin for teens, written by our founder, Dr. Sarah Villafranco. A few simple changes can make a world of difference!!
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The Osmia Body Oil Breakdown - Osmia
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The Osmia Body Oil Breakdown

Read up on why we chose our body oil ingredients for your skin!
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Baby Skincare: Keep It Simple - Osmia
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Baby Skincare: Keep It Simple

Support the tiny people in your life by choosing simple skincare products that will keep them healthy and happy. Learn which Osmia products we recommend for your babies, and which ingredients to avoid.
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How To Clear Your Mind - Osmia
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How To Clear Your Mind

Need to get in a better head space in a hurry? I asked some of my favorite people across a few industries how they shake negativity to make room for clarity and a more positive mindset - here's what they had to say.
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Gluten-Free Cherry Pie - Osmia
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Gluten-Free Cherry Pie

If I can make a cherry pie, you can make a cherry pie. Seriously. I'm no baker, and it doesn't always turn out photo worthy, but the taste is out of this world. Let's do this!
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How To Use Your Home Grown Lavender - Osmia
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How To Use Your Home Grown Lavender

Have you ever wondered how lavender is harvested, or wanted to try growing your own? Follow along as we harvest this year's crop, with tips on when to harvest, how to hang and dry the flowers, and how to infuse their healing power into oils.
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