Soothing Scoop

As the weather starts to cool down this November, we wanted to share some advice in regard to keeping your skin healthy. Your skin naturally includes a protective barrier but this can be damaged by cold weather, leading to cracks through which water escapes. Additionally, with the breakdown of this uppermost layer of skin, irritants can more easily get in and can cause skin inflammation or redness. If you have an existing skin condition such as rosacea, psoriasis, or eczema, it is extremely important to moisturize to keep healthy and reduce inflammation. One way to do so is by reducing...

  If you are new to our site, you may wonder why the tagline? Be well, do good.™ It seems simple enough. After all, it’s only four little words. But to us here at Mali Mali, these four little words mean so much more. Our founder, Sophia, started Mali Mali with two goals in mind: to help our customers and our community at large. In wanting our customers to “be well,” we also find it very important to “do good.” Mali Mali started off by finding ethically sourced ingredients. But this was only the first step, next we  partnered with...

With summer fast approaching, we thought that the Mali Mali® team could offer up some helpful tips to keep your skin healthy. Take cold showers, not hot ones After you sweat, a cool shower can help reduce the amount of breakouts you have and keep your skin clear and clean. Wear lots of sunscreen Apply sunscreen as often as possible, with every two hours being ideal. Protect your skin from harmful radiation for an even tone and inflamed skin. Drink lots of water Water can help clear up your skin and detoxify your body. Don’t forget to drink when you’re...

There’s really nothing like being outdoors, but… allergies especially this time fo the year can wreak havoc. And beyond just a stuffy nose or puffy eyes, allergies can spell trouble for your skin. Pollen can irritate your skin, causing yellowing, redness or flakes. While not everyone has the same reaction, one way to combat these symptoms early on is to build up your skin’s topical barrier. The protective barrier can be reinforced by creaming yourself often, ensuring that fine particles cannot seep through your skin. Know the signs and check to see if you have hay fever or hives which...

As the temperature finally starts to heat up and some leaves appear on the trees, get outside! We have such an incredible planet with beautiful environments, regardless if you live in the city, suburb, or the great outdoors. At Mali Mali®, we have a few suggestions for fun activities in the spring. Start at a garden A great way to boost your mood is by getting your hands dirty and planting a few flowers and vegetables. Great things to grow include tulips and tomatoes. Visit the park If you do happen to live in the city and finding space to...