Redefining Self-Harm Goal: To broaden the understanding of what self-harm looks like, moving away from stereotypes. What is Self-Harm, Really? […]
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The Sane Self Strategy: The Safety Plan When things “go down,” your brain effectively short-circuits. You won’t remember where you
The Sane Self Strategy: The Safety Plan Read Post »
When you’re in the middle of a crisis, your brain often swings between two extremes: a need for comfort or
Two Sides of the Coin: Self-Soothe vs. Safe Destruction Read Post »
Individuals with PCOS or similar conditions often struggle with stubborn, ingrown hair. Effective hair management doesn’t require a complex routine; instead, low-effort methods like gentle scrubs, a washcloth hack, and salicylic acid sprays are recommended. Understanding biological differences can foster acceptance and reduce the fight against unwanted hair growth.
The PCOS Skin Survival Guide Read Post »
Finding Your Internal Compass In the clinical world, there’s a word for the ability to sense what’s happening inside your
Cold sensitivity isn’t just “feeling a bit chilly.” For some of us, when the temperature drops, the cold sinks in
Condition Care: Cold Sensitivity Read Post »
apphic Self hasn’t grown in a straight line. It’s been built through late nights, tight budgets, small wins, and a lot of learning as we go. This is a honest check-in on where we are, what we’ve learned, and how we’re choosing to grow — slowly, intentionally, and together.
🌱 Another Turn of the Wheel: Growing with Sapphic Self Read Post »
Dry, reactive, sore, or just plain fed up skin?
Meet the Balm Babes 🕯️
Each of these balms was made for skin that needs support, not punishment.
🍯 Honey Hush — gentle moisture and barrier care for very dry or compromised skin.
🌸 Coven Kiss — soft, calming comfort when skin feels sensitive or overstimulated.
🔥 Tough Love — supportive warmth and protection for cracked hands, knuckles, and hard-working skin.
All of our balms are beeswax-heavy, which means they don’t just moisturise — they shield.
Perfect for winter weather, chronic dryness, and bodies that need a little extra care.
Handmade, small-batch, queer-crafted — for tender bodies and real life.
Which Balm Babe are you reaching for? 💭
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Balm Babes – Dry skin edition Read Post »
We mark the dark.We lower the light and open the old stories.Yule is a threshold — not a season, but
12 Days of Yuletide Celebrations Read Post »
🪴 Creating a clean, cosy home doesn’t have to mean harsh chemicals or plastic bottles. In this post, Mae shares
Eco Cleaning for Sensitive Beans — 7 Simple Swaps for a Greener, Gentler Home Read Post »
