Hickory and Fern

09/07/2021

limonium + aster 🌼

06/06/2021

Ferns are plentiful on our farm and are our inspiration behind our brand name. Quiet morning walks, finding the different species throughout the hills, will never get old 🌿

20/05/2021

Have you tried our facial toners yet?

• Elderflower + Yarrow contains yarrow hydrosol which is a steam distillation of plant leaves and stems (yarrow hydrosol is distilled from the flower tops of the yarrow plant). This hydrosol is combined with witch hazel, white willow bark extract and nourishing oils to hydrate and revitalize your skin.

• Rose + Aloe is our alcohol-free formula. This toner has a base of rose water which is not only beneficial for you skin, but smells floral and fresh. Aloe vera water contains antioxidants and is highly anti-inflammatory. This toner is great for sensitive skin!

Check out both if these toners on our website to see what works for you skin to help balance you skins pH level as our seasons are changing. 🌼

07/04/2021

Let's take a look at synthetic versus natural skin care:

Synthetic skincare means products incorporate laboratory and scientifically derived ingredients. It is important to remember that all things are chemicals, even water. Synthetic generally means that a naturally derived ingredient has been molecularly replicated within a lab. Synthetic beauty products require preservatives, such as parabens. Using preservatives allows for a longer shelf life. Preservatives typically make up a very small percentage of the overall product and the concentration of a chemical is what you need to pay attention to. At such low concentrations, these preservatives typically aren't harmful, but can accumulate in our body. Synthetic products contain toxins, such as silicones and synthetic fragrances, that have negative effects on our environment.   

The term natural means different things to different people, however, generally it implies that the product was formulated with ingredients found in nature without a lab. However, there is no global standard. Natural products are formulated with ingredients found in nature, often from plants, such as botanical oils. However, just because it is plant material does not always mean it's good for the environment. Products that contain palm oil contribute to deforestation, decreasing biodiversity and displacing wildlife. Some natural products may not be created from ethically sourced ingredients. No preservatives, are used in natural beauty products. Selling a product in its dry form (like our powdered face masks), requires the addition of water, hydrosol, or another liquid before applying it, but prevents the use of preservatives. However, some natural products may have a shorter shelf life because no preservatives are used. Natural products have no drying sulfates, harsh parabens, or harmful fragrances that have negative impacts on the environment.

There is merit in both natural and synthetically created skincare and the line between the two is not black and white. Choose what is best for you and your skin and most importantly familiarize yourself with the ingredients and make conscious choices about your skincare products.

04/04/2021

naturally dyed Easter eggs 🐰

purple cabbage
turmeric
blueberries
paprika
beets (not shown)
spinach (not shown)

25/03/2021

Pure, simple ingredients: rose and kaolin clay with organic bamboo extract.
Our Rose + Bamboo Face Mask is restorative and calming to hydrate your skin after the drying winter months

19/03/2021

Our products are thoughtfully created and fueled by the healing power of botanicals, herbs, and clays. Organic chamomile is one of our favorite herbs to use due to it's soothing and therapeutic benefits. Simple and effective: it is a super-ingredient in our formulas 🌼

03/03/2021

skincare routine lineup: cleanse, purify, balance, restore

28/02/2021

Fresh batch of The Balm solidifying 🌼

I loved using this on my belly when I was pregnant. It has organic and simple ingredients, so now I use it on my daughter's dry skin as a safe and soothing moisturizer.

Applicable for the whole family: diaper rash, nursing skin irritations, bee stings, chapped lips, eczema, stretch marks, extra dry spots, and more.

25/02/2021

Here in Ohio, our weather has been shifting. We've had a few sunny, warm days that have me longing for spring and regrowth

23/02/2021

21/02/2021

We're back! After a long break during pregnancy and the fourth trimester I am back in the workshop making soap! While I was gone, I rebranded and added new items to our skincare products. The soaps still need to go through the curing process before they are restocked, but in the mean time check out our skincare on the website.

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