We know what’s on the inside is what counts, but beauty on the outside is also important. It’s what signals that we are fulfilled, joyful, and happy with life. Glowing skin in not the result of cosmetics (though the toners and moisturizers can help rejuvenate tired skin), but it is the culmination of a life well lived, a spirit well fed.

This Lavender Facial Wash is a simple-to-make astringent that soothes, tightens, and tones the skin. Follow it with the Red Clover Whipped Lotion for a rich moisturizer.

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Excerpted from The Essential Herbal for Natural Health by Holly Bellebuono.