Field Notes

Essential Oils in Face Care: A Thoughtful, Intentional Approach

Essential Oils in Face Care: A Thoughtful, Inte...

You may have seen articles claiming that essential oils should “never” be used on the face. These pieces are often written with strong language and good intentions — but they...

Essential Oils in Face Care: A Thoughtful, Inte...

You may have seen articles claiming that essential oils should “never” be used on the face. These pieces are often written with strong language and good intentions — but they...

manta ray with underwater diver

Pre-Ocean vs Post-Ocean Hair Care: What Actuall...

If you surf, dive, swim, or spend a lot of time in the ocean, you’ve probably heard the same advice over and over: “Just deep condition after.” Post-ocean hair care...

Pre-Ocean vs Post-Ocean Hair Care: What Actuall...

If you surf, dive, swim, or spend a lot of time in the ocean, you’ve probably heard the same advice over and over: “Just deep condition after.” Post-ocean hair care...

surf balm at beach with surfers

Why our Surf Balm outperforms other “pre-ocean”...

So the key isn’t “a nice oil.” It’s a reef-safe protective barrier that actually stays on long enough to matter. That is what sets us apart. If you’ve been exploring...

Why our Surf Balm outperforms other “pre-ocean”...

So the key isn’t “a nice oil.” It’s a reef-safe protective barrier that actually stays on long enough to matter. That is what sets us apart. If you’ve been exploring...

Death by a Thousand Cuts: The Truth About “Just a Little” When It Comes to Ocean-Safe Hair Products

Death by a Thousand Cuts: The Truth About “Just...

Recently, I had a kind conversation with someone online who shared that she uses a certain hair product before going into the ocean. When I mentioned it wasn’t reef-safe, she...

Death by a Thousand Cuts: The Truth About “Just...

Recently, I had a kind conversation with someone online who shared that she uses a certain hair product before going into the ocean. When I mentioned it wasn’t reef-safe, she...

“Reef Safe” Isn’t Regulated — Here’s How to Tell If a Product Is Truly Reef Safe

“Reef Safe” Isn’t Regulated — Here’s How to Tel...

The term “reef safe” is not regulated at all.Any company can use it — even if their product contains ingredients that don’t biodegrade or that are known to be harmful...

“Reef Safe” Isn’t Regulated — Here’s How to Tel...

The term “reef safe” is not regulated at all.Any company can use it — even if their product contains ingredients that don’t biodegrade or that are known to be harmful...

How to Use Face Oil the Right Way — And Why It Matters for Your Skin

How to Use Face Oil the Right Way — And Why It ...

Why Face Oil Should Never Be Applied to Dry Skin Moisture sits inside the deeper layers of your skin, and oil forms a barrier that keeps that hydration from evaporating....

How to Use Face Oil the Right Way — And Why It ...

Why Face Oil Should Never Be Applied to Dry Skin Moisture sits inside the deeper layers of your skin, and oil forms a barrier that keeps that hydration from evaporating....