Slow Beauty: Skincare & Self-Care for Women 40+

Slow Beauty: Skincare & Self-Care for Women 40+

Hi, I'm Carrie, Author of Carrie's Herbal Infused Skincare Cookbook. I will guide you through the world of herbal infused skincare, rituals, and self-pampering. Let me show you how to care for your skin with love and create skincare for your skin type. Beginners and all curious seekers welcome! Find me at www.skincarecookbook.com

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December 12, 2025 3 mins
Take a quiet moment to breathe, reflect, and let God steady your heart. Today’s Ritual of Rest is centered on our word of the month — Reflect — and the comforting truth of Psalm 62:1: “My soul finds rest in God alone.”
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Slow down, take a breath, and save the words that matter. In this short faith-filled episode, you’ll learn how to begin a commonplace book, why reflection helps us grow spiritually, and one simple journal prompt to try today. ✍️✨ Save this to revisit when you need a quiet moment.
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✨ Introducing the 3-Minute Glow Ritual ✨ Take a pause. Nourish your skin. Feed your soul. The 3-Minute Glow Ritual is a simple, gentle practice designed for women who want to feel cared for, confident, and connected to God — without adding more to their busy day. Each episode gives you three easy steps: A Skincare Step — A tiny, soothing action to make your skin and senses feel loved. A Scripture for Your Skin + Soul — A short,...
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    Welcome, beautiful soul💛 In today’s episode, we’re talking about something so many women over 40 forget: your glow doesn’t begin with products… it begins from within. If you’ve been feeling dull, tired, puffy, or just not yourself, this episode will give you three gentle, doable habits you can start today—no overwhelm, no pressure, just peace.
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    A gentle, faith-filled reminder that your confidence doesn’t come from looking younger — it comes from who God says you are. If you’ve ever caught yourself comparing your skin, your face, your body, or your life to someone else’s… you’re so not alone. As women over 40, comparison can sneak up on us in the quiet moments — in the mirror, online, or even in our memories of who we “used to be.” But confidence — the real, lasting kind...
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    In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils and Whimsy, Carrie Scharf, host of Slow Beauty: Skincare & Self-Care for Women Over 40, discusses the importance of small, consistent two-minute beauty rituals that focus more on presence than perfection. While battling the pressures of daily life, she encourages women to find pockets of calm that bring them into alignment with their bodies and spirits. She introduces the Warm Cloth + Ge...
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    In this week’s episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, we’re returning to simplicity — and rediscovering the glow that comes from gentle care, not more products. If your skincare routine feels overwhelming or your skin has lost its radiance, this 3-step routine is for you. I’ll walk you through a simple, faith-inspired skincare ritual designed especially for mature skin — using ingredients that nourish both your skin and yo...
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    What if beauty wasn’t something you had to chase — but something God already placed within you? 🌸 Welcome to Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, a podcast for women over 40 who want to nurture their natural beauty, grow in faith, and rediscover confidence that lasts. In this week’s episode, “Aging Gracefully Starts Here: Seeing Yourself the Way God Does,” we’re beginning The Confidence in Your Skin series — a gentle journey that...
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    In the latest episode of the podcast, Plants, Flowers, Oils and Whimsy, the host discusses the beauty of imperfections through a personal journey of creating a zine, 'Moments of Light.'
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    In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, I share how embracing simplicity in skincare, self-care, and faith can bring calm and radiance. 🌿 Inspired by Ecclesiastes 4:6, we’ll explore how small rituals—like deep breathing, gratitude, and gentle skincare—help us find peace in the present. I’ll also invite you to simplify one area of your life and join me in Oil & Light for mindful, faith-filled routines.
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    We spend so much time trying to look “perfect” — chasing flawless skin, smooth routines, and an impossible idea of beauty. But what if real radiance comes from embracing imperfection instead? 🌿 In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, I explore the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi — the art of finding beauty in imperfection and impermanence. You’ll learn how to see your skin, your age, and your rituals as reflection...
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    October 15, 2025 6 mins
    Faith, Scripture & the Gift of Time | Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy We live in a world that tells us to resist time—but Scripture invites us to see it as sacred. ✨ In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, I explore what the Bible says about aging, wisdom, and beauty—the kind that deepens with every season. Through verses, stories, and quiet reflections, we’ll rediscover how time reveals God’s design for ou...
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    In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, I’m sharing an introspective look at the art of coziness—how warmth and connection go far beyond soft blankets and glowing candles. True coziness, I’ve learned, lives in the quiet moments of peace, presence, and gratitude where we feel God most near.
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    In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils & Whimsy, I share how Ayurveda helps us understand the natural process of aging with more grace and ease. We’ll talk about the doshas—especially Vata—and how their shifts affect our skin, sleep, and energy as we grow older. I’ll guide you through simple daily rituals for balance, from grounding practices and nourishing meals to evening routines and skincare rituals that soothe and restor...
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    In this podcast episode, host Carrie Scharf discusses the often-ignored power of plants and herbs in maintaining both our physical and mental health. The podcast revolves around the soothing effects of chamomile and its beneficial use in daily life, from drinking chamomile tea to using it in skincare rituals. She further explores the benefits of herbal skincare and the nuances of creating your own herbal infusions at home using her...
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    n this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils, and Whimsy, I explore the world of cozy scents—those fragrances that bring warmth, comfort, and ease into my home (and can do the same for yours!). I share how certain scents can spark cherished memories and help create a soothing sanctuary in any space. I walk you through a variety of ways I like to incorporate cozy scents into my home: essential oil reed diffusers, scented candles, simmer...
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    In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils and Whimsy, I share why I see wrinkles not as flaws, but as markers of experience and the journey of a life well lived. Together, we’ll explore wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and honors the natural flow of time. I’ll also bring in a faith-based perspective, reflecting on how scripture reminds us that wrinkles are signs of wisdom and grace. I’ll guide yo...
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    In the episode of the podcast "Plants, Flowers, Oils, and Whimsy" hosted by Carrie Scharf, the concept of anti-aging is critically examined and reframed as pro-aging. Exploring societal attitudes to aging, Carrie illustrates how these messages encouraging us to prevent or erase signs of aging are pervasive in our culture. She advocates for a pro-aging philosophy, likening the aging process to the growth of a tree, with wisdom, radi...
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    September 4, 2025 5 mins
    Tired of dull, tired-looking skin? 🍁 Discover how pumpkin enzymes + vitamins help restore a radiant glow naturally. Easy, affordable, and effective!
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    Hey there, friends! In this episode of Plants, Flowers, Oils, and Whimsy, I’m so excited to share how journaling can add a little extra sparkle to your skincare and self-care routines. I’ll show you how jotting down a quick thought or word can boost mindfulness, melt away stress, help you figure out which natural skincare goodies (like that chamomile mask!) work best, and celebrate your self-care moments. I’m dishing out three supe...
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