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Calendula: Sunshine in Bloom

When the days feel heavy or your skin needs a little extra love, few herbs offer as much warmth and gentle healing as calendula. Bright as a summer afternoon and soft as velvet petals, calendula (Calendula officinalis) has long been cherished in herbal traditions across the world—for both its beauty and its profound healing gifts. […]

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Staff Pick July 2015

SKIN REPAIRING BODY OIL STAFF HERBALIST BRITA SAYS: “THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE PRODUCTS FOR THE SUMMER SEASON!” So many of us end up with sunburns, or flaking, itchy skin from prolonged sun exposure. This oil is is my go-to remedy during the summer months. It nourishes the skin, rebuilds skin cells and moisturizes. The blend […]

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Mullein Materia Medica

The family name of Mullen was derived from the word scrofula, which is now known to mean Tuberculosis. Mullen was often used in Ireland to treat tuberculosis. It is thought to have traveled to the Americas through the dirt on the ships that came over and is now spread throughout North America in about 5 […]

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Staff Pick June 2015

Risa started as an apothecary intern, trading 3 hours of her time each week for the chance to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at the apothecary. As our need for more people in the store grew, Risa quickly trasitioned from intern to store employee. She quickly found a love and pasison […]

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