The Blog

Urban Oreganics was born from a deep passion for sustainability, simplicity, and mindful self-care—and our blog is an extension of that vision. Here, we share tips for using our products, guides to embracing minimalism, and inspiration for a more conscious lifestyle. It’s a space for our community to come together and explore the things that matter most to us all—living intentionally, treading lightly, and creating a better world, one small choice at a time.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Holiday Gift Guide Gifting with Purpose

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifting with Purpose

photo credit: Thrive Market   The holidays are just around the corner, which means gifting is on the brain. Since our household maintains a very minimalist lifestyle, I don't believe in spending money just...
Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Work is Work But Family is Everything

Work is Work, but Family is Everything

Three months ago I did the unthinkable. Or, at least the unthinkable for me. When it comes to financial stability I've always been ultra conservative. I don't take career risks and...
Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Journey to Healthy Skin Mei

Real Skin, Real Results - Mei's Story

Discover the transformative journeys of real Urban Oreganics customers in our new series. From struggling with skin concerns to achieving their healthiest, most radiant complexion, these stories highlight the power of mindful, plant-based skincare.

This week, we are sharing Mei's story about her extreme eczema.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT - CLEANSING BARS

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT - CLEANSING BARS

Anyone else hate traveling with mini bottles of so many different things: face wash, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, etc., plus dealing with the TSA liquid requirements? I did too. After some...
Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Journey to Healthy Skin Alyssa

Real Skin, Real Results: Alyssa's Story

Discover the transformative journeys of real Urban Oreganics customers in our new series. From struggling with skin concerns to achieving their healthiest, most radiant complexion, these stories highlight the power of mindful, plant-based skincare.

This week, we chatted with Alyssa.

Online Shopping: Creating Purpose From Convenience

Online Shopping: Creating Purpose From Convenience

No one can deny the benefits of online shopping. They have brought many jobs to the marketplace including customer service positions, order fulfillers at the warehouse, and independent delivery drivers. Additionally, for stay-at-home/ work-at-home moms, not having to drag your kids to the store is a true win. Unfortunately, as with most great things, there are some consequences to the increased popularity of online shopping.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Product Highlight Body Food

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT - BODY FOOD

    Our Body Food is just how it sounds. Food for your body; which includes your skin and your hair. As I value the ability of things to be multi-purpose,...
Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Journey to Healthy Skin Jen

Real Skin, Real Results: Jen's Story

This week, we chatted with Jen about how Urban Oreganics helped to protect her skin against the rough, Alaskan weather.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Product Highlight Rosewater Toner

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHT - ROSEWATER TONER

Whether your skin is oily, dry, normal, or a little bit of everything, our Rosewater Toner pairs perfectly with all of our facial care products, leaving you with bright and...
Repurposing Your Urban Oreganics Empties

Repurposing Your Urban Oreganics Empties

There are a variety of ways to repurpose our glass containers. Our jars can be used as a succulent planter, or to store small sewing kits, bobby pins, hair ties, coins, spices, etc. Our bottles can serve as a vase for a small floral arrangement reed diffuser, or herb garden. I am amazed at the uses our customers come up with.

Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Traveling with UO

TRAVELING WITH UO

photo credit: Life With Me   Summer is officially here, which hopefully means your well-deserved vacation is just around the corner! Whether you’re camping, road tripping, or jetting off to...
Urban Oreganics Botanical Skin Care Lifestyle Blog Crystal Facial Rollers The Timeless Beauty Accessory

Crystal Facial Rollers: The Timeless Beauty Accessory

  You’ve probably seen crystal facial rollers all over instagram and thought to yourself “what the heck is that?”. Well, we're here to clear things up. Literally. Does your jaw feel...