🌿 Discover the Secrets of Radiant Skin: An Herbalist’s Skincare Alchemy 🌿
Welcome to the world of skincare alchemy, where the art of botanical infusion meets the science of radiant skin.
As an experienced master herbalist who embarked on a journey into herbalism 16 years ago, I’ve harnessed the power of nature to create a collection of skincare products that go beyond ordinary cosmetics. These formulations are a labor of love, crafted with a deep understanding of the beneficial properties of herbs, essential oils, and other natural ingredients.
In this botanical treasure trove, you’ll find ingredients carefully chosen not just for their skincare benefits but also for their harmonious qualities when blended together. Each component serves a purpose, be it soothing inflammation, promoting collagen production, or cleansing and purifying the skin. It’s my pleasure to take you on a guided tour through this garden of earthly delights, explaining the remarkable benefits each ingredient offers for your skin.
These carefully selected ingredients, combined with organic carrier oils, sugars, clays, and essential oils, create skincare products that are not only effective but also a testament to the power of natural remedies. From reducing inflammation to stimulating collagen production and promoting healthy, radiant skin, this skincare alchemy is a testament to the transformative magic of herbalism.
Let’s delve into the list of ingredients that make up these skincare wonders, and discover the wisdom of herbalism for achieving radiant, healthy skin.
Stay tuned for more insights into the ingredients and the incredible benefits they offer for your skin. 🌿✨
Now, let’s explore the ingredients in your skincare products:
When it comes to taking care of your skin, it’s crucial to be discerning about the products you use.
Many store-bought skincare items are laden with toxic chemicals that have been associated with a range of alarming health issues, including hormonal imbalances, irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, allergies, and, in the worst cases, even cancer.
At JS&S we take a radically different approach. Our skincare products are meticulously crafted in small batches, prioritizing the preservation of their bio-active properties. Why is this so important? Because we harness the power of live botanical ingredients, and their effectiveness relies on keeping them as close to their natural state as possible.
🌿 100% Naturally Derived Skincare! 🌿
When we say “natural,” we mean it. Our commitment to purity extends to every aspect of our products:
- No Synthetics: You won’t find any synthetic chemicals in our skincare formulations. We believe that nature provides everything your skin needs to thrive.
- No Animal Testing: We are passionately against animal testing. Our products are cruelty-free, ensuring that no animals are harmed in the development or testing of our skincare items.
- No Parabens: Parabens are controversial preservatives that have raised concerns about their safety. You won’t find them in any of our products.
- Minimal Processing: We understand that overprocessing can strip natural ingredients of their beneficial properties. That’s why we keep processing to a minimum, allowing our ingredients to shine in their purest form.
Navigating this treasure trove of natural ingredients may seem like a daunting task due to its extensive list. However, we’ve got you covered:
Raw Organic Botanicals for Handmade Skincare Rituals
✨ A sacred collection of 98 plant allies used in JBHomemade rituals. Tap into their wisdom below. Where plants become potions, and rituals begin with roots & petals These raw botanicals are the heart of your apothecary — dried flowers, herbs, and leaves gathered from nature’s garden. Each one carries unique skin-healing properties: calming chamomile, soothing lavender, invigorating peppermint, and more. In scrubs, masks, hydrosols, or salves, they infuse your creations with the earth’s own magic. Beyond their practical uses, these plants bring ritual and intention into skincare — a reminder that beauty is rooted in nature’s cycles, and that self-care is a sacred act.
🌿 Aloe Vera
📖 Botanical Name: Aloe barbadensis leaf
✨ Benefits:Treats blemishes, acne, and itchy skin. Softens dead skin cells, delays visible signs of aging, and balances pH. Rich in antioxidant vitamins A, C, E, B12, folic acid, and choline
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🧬 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿 Arabica Coffee
📖 Botanical Name:Coffea arabica
✨ Benefits:High in fatty acids for soft, smooth skin. Caffeine tones and nourishes, promoting youthful appearance.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧪 🧬 🔥 🧼 📜
🌿Arrowroot Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Maranta arundinacea powder
✨ Benefits:Acts as a thickener, binder, and moisturizer. Absorbs moisture in deodorant powders and enhances skin feel.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🧼 🧂 📜
🌿 Aloe Vera
📖 Botanical Name: Aloe barbadensis leaf
✨ Benefits:Treats blemishes, acne, and itchy skin. Softens dead skin cells, delays visible signs of aging, and balances pH. Rich in antioxidant vitamins A, C, E, B12, folic acid, and choline
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🧬 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿 Arabica Coffee
📖 Botanical Name:Coffea arabica
✨ Benefits:High in fatty acids for soft, smooth skin. Caffeine tones and nourishes, promoting youthful appearance.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧪 🧬 🔥 🧼 📜
🌿Arrowroot Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Maranta arundinacea powder
✨ Benefits:Acts as a thickener, binder, and moisturizer. Absorbs moisture in deodorant powders and enhances skin feel.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🧼 🧂 📜
🌿Bee Balm
📖 Botanical Name:Monarda
✨ Benefits:Traditionally used for skin healing and soothing. Known for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧘 🔥 📜
🌿Bee Pollen Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Apis mellifera
✨ Benefits:Stimulates blood flow to skin cells, detoxifies, reduces wrinkles, and speeds healing. Promotes youthful glow.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧬 🌼 🔥 📜
🌿Beeswax
📖 Botanical Name:Cera alba
✨ Benefits:Conditions, calms, and protects skin. Locks in moisture, promotes new cell growth, and softens skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧼 🌼 🧬 📜
🌿Beet Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Beta vulgaris root powder
✨ Benefits:Rich in nutrients including beta carotene, B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, and zinc. Nourishes and brightens skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧬 🌼 🧪 📜
🌿Calendula
📖 Botanical Name:Calendula officinalis
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral. Heals cuts, scrapes, eczema, and minor wounds.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🧬 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Caraway Seeds
📖 Botanical Name:Carum carvi
✨ Benefits:Reduces wrinkles and aging spots. Promotes youthful, fresh-looking skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🧬 🔥 📜
🌿Chamomile
📖 Botanical Name:Matricaria chamomilla
✨ Benefits:Calms red, dry, irritated skin. Antioxidant, antiseptic, and antimicrobial. Eczema support.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🌙 🧘 🌊 📜
🌿Comfrey
📖 Botanical Name:Symphytum
✨ Benefits:Heals wounds, prevents and treats scars, reduces dryness and flaking. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🧬 🌊 📜
🌿Cornflower
📖 Botanical Name:Centaurea cyanus
✨ Benefits:Relieves eczema and abrasions, softens skin, smooths eye wrinkles, reduces irritation and fatigue.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🌊 🌙 📜
🌿Dried Lavender
📖 Botanical Name:Lavandula
✨ Benefits:Treats acne, eczema, and wrinkles. Calms itchy skin, tones, and supports anti-aging.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧴 🌙 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Eucalyptus Leaf
📖 Botanical Name:Eucalyptus globulus leaf
✨ Benefits:Antibacterial, antiseptic, relaxes sore muscles, treats minor wounds, acne, and insect bites.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🔥 🧼 📜
🌿Ginger
📖 Botanical Name:Zingiber officinale
✨ Benefits:Boosts radiance, reduces inflammation, antioxidant, supports psoriasis and acne care.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🔥 🧬 🌼 📜
🌿Green Tea
📖 Botanical Name:Camellia sinensis
✨ Benefits:Shrinks pores, reduces sebum, fights acne and blackheads, reactivates cells, antioxidant-rich.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🧬 🌼 🧼 🌊 📜
🌿Ground Cloves
📖 Botanical Name:Syzygium aromaticum
✨ Benefits:Treats acne, blemishes, scars, rashes, cuts, and wounds. Antioxidant and antimicrobial.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🔥 🧬 🌼 📜
🌿Hibiscus Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Hibiscus sabdariffa flowers
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, skin toning, natural colorant, antioxidant-rich.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🧬 🌼 📜
🌿 Hollyhock
📖 Botanical Name:Alcea rosea
✨ Benefits:Hydrates and locks in moisture, softens and smooths skin, enhances elasticity and suppleness.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Jasmine Flowers
📖 Botanical Name:Jasminum sp.
✨ Benefits:Soothes skin inflammation, calms irritation, supports healing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿Lemon & Orange (Juice and Zest)
📖 Botanical Name:Citrus limon & Citrus sinensis
✨ Benefits:Cleansing, decongestant, antibacterial, refreshing, ideal for oily skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧼 🔥 🧬 📜
🌿Lemon Balm
📖 Botanical Name:Melissa officinalis
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, calming, healing, stimulates circulation, great for acne and sunburn.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Marshmallow Root
📖 Botanical Name:Althea officinalis root
✨ Benefits:Hydrating, softening, balancing, anti-aging, improves radiance and tone.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌊 🧬 🧘 📜
🌿Mint Leaves
📖 Botanical Name:Mentha x piperita
✨ Benefits:Moisturizes, calms dry itchy skin, anti-inflammatory.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌊 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿Nettles
📖 Botanical Name:Urtica dioica
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, astringent, bactericidal, antioxidant-rich, healing and deodorizing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🔥 🧬 🧿 📜
🌿Pink Rose Petals
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa Bridal Pink
✨ Benefits:Similar to red rose petals — vitamin C-rich, anti-inflammatory, promotes glow, locks in moisture.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧬 🌊 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿Poppy Seed
📖 Botanical Name:Papaver somniferum seed
✨ Benefits:Moisturizes, treats eczema, soothes burning and itchiness, ideal for sensitive skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Pumpkin
📖 Botanical Name:Cucurbita pepo
✨ Benefits:Rich in AHAs and fruit enzymes, boosts collagen, brightens and smooths skin, softens and soothes.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🧬 🌊 📜
🌿Raw Honey
📖 Botanical Name:Mel
✨ Benefits:Antimicrobial, antioxidant, moisturizes, lightens skin, promotes healing and tissue regeneration.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🧬 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Red Rose Petals
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa damascena
✨ Benefits:High in vitamin C, boosts collagen, heals blemishes and sun damage, anti-inflammatory, promotes glowing skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🧬 🌊 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿Rosemary
📖 Botanical Name:Rosmarinus officinalis
✨ Benefits:Antibacterial, antifungal, heals blemishes, improves skin’s youthful quality and shine.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🔥 🧬 🧿 📜
🌿Spinach Powder
📖 Botanical Name:Spinacia oleracea L.
✨ Benefits:Treats acne, protects from UV rays, delays aging, repairs damaged skin cells.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🧬 🔥 📜
🌿St. John’s Wort
📖 Botanical Name:Hypericum perforatum
✨ Benefits:Soothes and protects, balances oily or dry skin, promotes smoother, healthier skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌙 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Strawberries
📖 Botanical Name:Fragaria x ananassa
✨ Benefits:Slows aging, lightens skin, cures acne, exfoliates, protects from UV damage.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🧬 🌊 🔥 📜
🌿Thyme
📖 Botanical Name:Thymus vulgaris
✨ Benefits:Calms skin, evens tone, treats oily skin and acne, deep cleansing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🔥 🧿 🧬 📜
🌿Turmeric
📖 Botanical Name:Curcuma longa
✨ Benefits:Anti-bacterial, anti-aging, improves elasticity, lightens pigmentation and stretch marks.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🔥 🧬 📜
🌿Vanilla Bean
📖 Botanical Name:Vanilla planifolia
✨ Benefits:Antioxidant-rich, promotes skin repair, soothes irritation, adds a warm, comforting scent.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿White Willow Bark
📖 Botanical Name:Salix alba
✨ Benefits:Natural source of salicylic acid, exfoliates, clears pores, reduces inflammation and acne.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🔥 🧬 🧿 📜
🌿Witch Hazel
📖 Botanical Name:Hamamelis virginiana
✨ Benefits:Astringent, reduces redness and swelling, tightens pores, balances oil production.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥ 🌼 🔥 🧿 📜
The Foundations: Pure Carrier Oils of the Apothecary
& The Silent Healers: Oils That Carry Nature’s Wisdom
✨ These oils are the silent carriers of herbal wisdom — nourishing on their own, and transformative when infused. Each one is a staple in your apothecary, ready to support healing, hydration, and herbal alchemy.
🌿Almond Oil (Sweet)
📖 Botanical Name:Prunus amygdalus dulcis
✨ Benefits:Antioxidant-rich, hypoallergenic, softens skin, repairs early signs of aging.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ✿ 🧬 🌼 🧘
🌿Avocado Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Persea gratissima
✨ Benefits:Hydrates, calms itchy skin, heals chapped areas, shields from UV damage.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ღ 🧬 🌊 🌼 🧘
🌿Coconut Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Cocos nucifera
✨ Benefits:Clears skin, softens, fights infection, anti-inflammatory and moisturizing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ღ 🌼 🧬 🧼 🔥
🌿Extra Virgin Olive Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Olea europaea
✨ Benefits:Anti-aging, rich in vitamins E & A, regenerates skin cells, maintains elasticity.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ✿ 🧬 🌼 🧘
🌿Grapeseed Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Vitis vinifera seed oil
✨ Benefits:Restores collagen, balances skin, reduces wrinkles and scars.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ✿ 🧬 🌼 🌊 🧘
🌿Macadamia Nut Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Macadamia ternifolia seed oil
✨ Benefits:Emollient, rejuvenating, slows aging, promotes cell regeneration.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ✿ 🧬 🌼 🌙
🌿Rosehip Seed Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa rubiginosa / Rosa canina
✨ Benefits:Anti-aging, reduces fine lines, scars, and pigmentation.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ღ 🧬 🌼 📜
🌿Safflower Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Carthamus tinctorius seed oil
✨ Benefits:Hydrates, treats eczema and acne, promotes elasticity and glow.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ღ 🌼 🌊 🧬
🌿Sunflower Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Helianthus annuus seed oil
✨ Benefits:Creates protective barrier, prevents acne, anti-inflammatory, rich in omega-6.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 ღ 🌼 🧬 🧼
🌿 The Elementals: Infusions from the Apothecary
- The Purest Form of Plant Magic, Steeped in Simplicity
✨These are the oils that speak softly but carry ancient wisdom. Each Elemental is a single-herb infusion — no blends, no distractions — just one botanical steeped with intention in a nourishing carrier oil. They’re the first step in your ritual, the grounding force behind every potion. Calendula, nettles, coffee, chamomile… each one chosen for its unique gifts and steeped slowly to preserve its spirit. These oils are perfect for purists, beginners, and anyone seeking clarity in their skincare rituals. Simple doesn’t mean basic — it means focused, potent, and deeply connected to the Earth.
🌿Calendula Olive Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Calendula officinalis infused in Olea europaea
✨ Benefits:Mild and soothing, antiseptic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Olive oil adds antioxidant-rich nourishment and skin regeneration.
🌿 Herbal Profile: 🧴🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Calendula Sunflower Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Calendula officinalis infused in Helianthus annuus
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral. Calendula soothes and heals, while sunflower oil protects and nourishes.
🌿 Herbal Profile:♥
🌿Chamomile Infused Sweet Almond Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Matricaria chamomilla infused in Prunus amygdalus dulcis
✨ Benefits:Gentle and calming, chamomile reduces inflammation, soothes dry or irritated skin, and supports healing. Sweet almond oil enhances absorption and adds emollient softness. Perfect for baby skin, rosacea, and calming blends.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌊 🧘 🌙 🧬 📜
🌿Coffee Infused Sweet Almond Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Coffea arabica infused in Prunus amygdalus dulcis
✨ Benefits:Emollient, rejuvenating, slows aging, promotes cell regeneration.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🧬 🌼 🌙
🌿Lavender Infused Olive Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Lavandula angustifolia infused in Olea europaea
✨ Benefits:Calms irritation, reduces redness, and supports skin healing. Lavender’s soothing and antimicrobial properties pair beautifully with olive oil’s antioxidant-rich nourishment. Ideal for sensitive skin, eczema, and nighttime rituals.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🧘 🌊 🧬 📜
🌿Nettles Infused Grapeseed Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Urtica dioica infused in Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed Oil)
✨ Benefits:Soothing and restorative. Nettles calm inflammation, reduce redness and itching, and support skin regeneration. Grapeseed oil protects against dryness and sun damage.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Rose Infused Sunflower Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa damascena infused in Helianthus annuus
✨ Benefits:Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, rose petals promote collagen production, reduce redness, and enhance glow. Sunflower oil adds lightweight hydration and protection. A luxurious infusion for mature, dry, or sensitive skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 🌙 📜
🌿Thyme Infused Sunflower Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Thymus vulgaris infused in Helianthus annuus (Sunflower Oil)
✨ Benefits:Powerful antiseptic and antifungal properties. Deep-cleansing, acne-fighting, and anti-aging. Thyme outperforms benzoyl peroxide without irritation. Sunflower oil adds a protective, anti-inflammatory layer.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿 The Elixirs: Signature Infusions from the Apothecary
- Where plant spirits steep and skin spells begin
✨These are no ordinary oils. Each infusion is a ritual — a slow, intentional steeping of botanical wisdom into nourishing base oils. Crafted under moonlight and stirred with purpose, they carry the essence of healing, soothing, and transformation.
These eight elixirs are the ritual foundations of JBHomemade Skincare — the sacred starting point for every facial wash, toner, bath oil, and salve I create. Exclusive to my website and born from years of herbal study and hands-on healing, they go far beyond simple rose water. Each one is a botanical blueprint for radiant skin and intentional self-care — the true heart of my apothecary magic. 🌸
🌿🌼 Adoring Your Harmony Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis, Melissa officinalis, and Althea Offinalis Root infused in Olea europaea
✨ Benefits: This infusion is a harmony of skin repair and soulful calm. Calendula eases inflammation and helps skin recover from irritation, while Lemon Balm clears and tones, supporting skin prone to breakouts or redness. Marshmallow Root lends its soothing mucilage, hydrating deeply and softening fine lines. Olive oil ties it together with vitamins and antioxidants that restore radiance and resilience. A daily ally for balancing stressed, tired, or sensitive skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Count Your Sheep Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: R gallica, Lavendula, Melissa officinalis & Matricaria chamomilla infused Helianthus annuus oil
✨ Benefits: Crafted as a lullaby for skin and spirit, this blend soothes irritation while calming the nervous system. Rose petals boost collagen and soften scars, Chamomile calms flare-ups of dryness or eczema, and Lemon Balm quiets inflammation. Sunflower oil nourishes with omega-rich hydration and protective antioxidants. Perfect for unwinding at night — a ritual oil that invites rest, glowing skin, and ease in both body and mind.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Grace and Presence Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: R gallica, Lavendula, Melissa officinalis & Matricaria chamomilla infused Helianthus annuus oil
✨ Benefits: An infusion of tenderness and renewal. Rose petals strengthen skin and encourage a luminous, even tone, while Chamomile eases redness and irritation. Grapeseed oil — light yet nutrient-dense — supports collagen repair, balances oil production, and helps diminish the look of scars and fine lines. Together, this blend embodies grace: a quiet strength that restores presence to skin and spirit alike.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Harmonious Bounty Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: Lavendula and & Matricaria chamomilla infused Olea europaea
✨ Benefits: Gentle yet powerful, this infusion is a balm for skin that needs comfort. Lavender and Chamomile bring anti-inflammatory relief for eczema, acne, and irritation, while olive oil provides antioxidant-rich nourishment. Deeply hydrating and youth-preserving, this oil helps restore suppleness and ease tension in skin and spirit. A nurturing blend for daily rituals of balance and replenishment.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Lake House Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: Mentha × piperita and Lavendula infused in Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
✨ Benefits: As crisp as a breeze off the water, this infusion refreshes and restores. Mint cools irritation, soothes itchiness, and awakens tired skin, while Lavender calms inflammation and aids in healing. Safflower oil locks in moisture, promotes elasticity, and supports acne-prone skin with its high linoleic acid content. Ideal for hot days, troubled skin, or anytime you crave a fresh, light reset.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Naturally Serene Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: R damascena and Lavandula infused Carthamus Tinctorius Oil
✨ Benefits: This infusion embodies tranquility and beauty. Rose lends antioxidant strength and deep hydration, while Lavender soothes irritation and supports skin healing. Carried in safflower oil, the blend nourishes sensitive or dry skin while also calming the spirit. A gentle companion for evening rituals, helping to quiet the day and restore serenity to both skin and soul.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Romance & Luxury Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: R gallica, Lavendula & Matricaria chamomilla infused Helianthus annuus oil
✨ Benefits: A decadent fusion of four botanical allies. Rose softens and restores, Lavender heals and tones, Calendula promotes renewal, and Chamomile calms sensitivity. Together, they create a bouquet of skin repair, hydration, and anti-aging support. Sunflower oil anchors the blend with protective antioxidants and a lightweight, breathable finish. A luxurious ritual oil for luminous skin and heart-centered self-care.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Run It Through the Garden Signature Infusion
📖 Botanical Name: R damascenca, Matricaria chamomilla, Althea Offinalis Root, Rosmarinus officinalis infused in Olea europaea
✨ Benefits: A full garden in a bottle — this infusion brings both strength and tenderness. Rose encourages collagen renewal, Chamomile calms irritation, Marshmallow Root hydrates and plumps fine lines, and Rosemary purifies with antibacterial and circulatory-boosting power. Olive oil enriches with vitamins and antioxidants, making this blend deeply restorative. A grounding oil for resilience, radiance, and everyday herbal protection.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🧬 🌼 🧘
🌿 The Elixirs: Infusions of the Heart
- Honoring Herbal Healing Beyond Skincare
✨Some infusions are more than recipes — they are living testaments of love, care, and healing. These blends may not be part of my skincare sets, but they hold a sacred place in my apothecary. The Comfort Harmony Pain Relief Infusion was created for my sister during her battle with diabetes. It brought her comfort and ease in ways that medicine could not, and for that, it will always remain a cherished creation in her honor. 🌸
🌿🌼 Comfort Harmony Pain Relief Infusion (In Memory of My Sister, 2019)
📖 Botanical Name:St. John’s Wort, Clove, Turmeric & Ginger infused in Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed Oil) Hypericum perforatum, Syzygium aromaticum, Curcuma longa, and Zingiber officinale infused in Vitis vinifera seed oil
✨ Benefits:A nervine and anti-inflammatory powerhouse, this infusion was crafted to ease the sharp edges of neuropathy and chronic pain. St. John’s Wort supports nerve healing, clove offers analgesic relief, turmeric calms inflammation, and ginger warms and soothes tension. Grapeseed oil delivers the actives deep into tissues while nourishing the skin.
💚 Special Note: This infusion was created (in conjunction with a nervine blocking essential oil blend of Frankincense Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Patchouli Oil, Lavender Oil, Ylang Ylang Extra Oil, Rosemary Oil with shea butter and beeswax) for my sister to ease the pain of diabetic neuropathy. It gave her restful sleep, comfort, and freedom of movement when nothing else could. Though she passed in 2019, this blend remains a living remembrance of her and the healing power of plants.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿 Aromatics & Alchemy: Organic Essential Oils of the Apothecary
- Where the essence of the plant becomes a potent spell and healing rides the breath
✨These oils are the soul of the plant — concentrated, potent, and deeply transformative. Each drop carries centuries of herbal wisdom, used for skin healing, emotional balance, and energetic cleansing. Whether blended into salves, added to serums, or diffused for ritual, these essences are the breath of your apothecary magic.
🌿 Balsam Fir Needle
📖 Botanical Name:Abies balsamea
✨ Benefits:Relieves pain, soothes body aches, heals wounds, and treats acne, eczema, and rashes.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Cedarwood
📖 Botanical Name:Juniperus virginiana
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, antifungal, detoxifying, treats acne and skin irritations.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧿 📜
🌿Citronella
📖 Botanical Name:Cymbopogon winterianus
✨ Benefits:Detoxifies, deodorizes, refreshes and moisturizes skin, promotes glow.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Clove Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Eugenia caryophyllata
✨ Benefits:Treats acne, scars, stings, rashes, and fungal infections. Antibacterial and healing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧬 🧿 📜
🌿Eucalyptus Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Eucalyptus globulus
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, decongestant, and stimulating.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧿 📜
🌿Frankincense
📖 Botanical Name:Boswellia carterii
✨ Benefits:Astringent, reduces acne and large pores, prevents wrinkles, lifts and tightens skin, slows signs of aging.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🧬 🌙 📜
🌿Geranium Essential Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Pelargonium graveolens
✨ Benefits:Balances oil production, calms inflammation, and supports skin healing. Helps fade scars, even tone, and improve elasticity.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜p>
🌿Lavender Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Lavandula angustifolia
✨ Benefits:Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, calms eczema, reduces swelling and redness, promotes skin healing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Lemon Essential Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Citrus limon
✨ Benefits:Antidepressant, mild aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, brightens and refreshes skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Neroli Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Citrus aurantium
✨ Benefits:Improves skin flexibility, combats acne, regenerates stressed complexions.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Orange Extracted Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Citrus sinensis
✨ Benefits:Antidepressant, mild aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, promotes glow and emotional uplift.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Patchouli Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Pogostemon cablin
✨ Benefits:Treats dermatitis, eczema, acne, dandruff, and oily scalp. Heals wounds and reduces scarring.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌊 🔥 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Peppermint Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Mentha piperita
✨ Benefits:Antibacterial, analgesic, cooling, and soothing. Relieves pain and inflammation.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Pine Needle
📖 Botanical Name:Pinus sylvestris
✨ Benefits:Treats psoriasis, itching, pimples, and eczema. Antioxidant-rich, renews and smooths skin, combats free radical damage.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧬 🧿 📜
🌿Rose Absolute Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa damascena
✨ Benefits:Calming, uplifting, anti-inflammatory, cooling, and soothing. Prevents scarring, treats broken capillaries, relieves stress.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Rosehip Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Rosa mosqueta
✨ Benefits:Fades stretch marks, soothes burns, hydrates dry patches, maintains healthy complexion.
🌿 Herbal Profile:✿ 🌼 🌊 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Sandalwood
📖 Botanical Name:Santalum album
✨ Benefits:Anti-inflammatory, reduces swelling, supports arthritis and tendinitis relief, calms skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Spearmint Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Mentha spicata
✨ Benefits:Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal. Treats acne and psoriasis, adds gloss and vitality to skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿St. John’s Wort
📖 Botanical Name:Hypericum perforatum
✨ Benefits:Brings balance and comfort to skin, circulatory channels, and muscles. Soothes and heals.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🔥 🧘 📜
🌿Tea Tree
📖 Botanical Name:Melaleuca alternifolia
✨ Benefits:Antiseptic, treats cuts, wounds, burns, boils, and skin disorders. Soothes and reduces redness and itching.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🔥 🧿 📜
🌿Vanilla Extract
📖 Botanical Name:Vanilla planifolia
✨ Benefits:Antioxidant, anti-aging, soothing and comforting.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Ylang Ylang Extra Oil
📖 Botanical Name:Cananga odorata
✨ Benefits:Balances dry and oily skin, regulates sebum, stimulates and harmonizes skin tone.
🌿 Herbal Profile:ღ 🌼 🌙 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿 Earth & Sweetness: Clays, Butters & Sugars of the Apothecary
- Where minerals ground, butters nourish, and sweetness softens the soul
✨These ingredients are the tactile magic of the apothecary — the grounding clays that draw out impurities, the rich butters that restore and protect, and the sugars that gently exfoliate and awaken the skin. Each one is a sensory spell, connecting body and earth through texture, scent, and healing touch.
🌿Bentonite Clay
📖 Botanical Name:Montmorillonite
✨ Benefits:Detoxifies pores, absorbs excess oil, soothes inflammation, and promotes circulation.
🌿 Herbal Profile:⛰️ 🌬️ 🧘 🔮 📜
🌿French Green Clay
📖 Botanical Name:Illite
✨ Benefits:Rich in minerals, deeply purifies, tightens pores, stimulates circulation, and tones skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:⛰️ 🌿 🔮 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Kaolin Clay
📖 Botanical Name:Kaolinite
✨ Benefits:Gentle detoxifier, ideal for sensitive skin, absorbs excess oil, refines pores, and softens texture.
🌿 Herbal Profile:⛰️ 🌬️ 🌙 🧘 📜
🌿Cocoa Butter
📖 Botanical Name:Theobroma cacao
✨ Benefits:Rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, deeply hydrates, improves skin elasticity, fades scars and stretch marks, and creates a protective barrier.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🍫 🌞 🌙 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Mango Butter
📖 Botanical Name:Mangifera indica seed butter
✨ Benefits:Lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer rich in vitamins A and C. Softens skin, improves texture, and supports elasticity.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🌰 🌞 🌼 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Shea Butter
📖 Botanical Name:Butyrospermum parkii
✨ Benefits:Deeply moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, rich in vitamins A and E, promotes skin elasticity.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🌰 🌼 🌙 🧘 🧬 📜
🌿Baking Soda
📖 INCI Name:Sodium Bicarbonate
✨ Benefits:Mild exfoliant and pH balancer. Helps unclog pores, soothe irritation, and control excess oil.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🌬️ 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Himalayan Salt
📖 Botanical Name:Saindhava Lavana
✨ Benefits:Mineral-rich exfoliant that detoxifies, balances pH, and boosts circulation. Soothes inflammation and promotes radiant skin.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧂 🌊 🔮 🧘 📜
🌿Natural Castile Soap
📖 INCI Name: Castile Soap
✨ Benefits:Gentle, plant-based cleanser that preserves skin’s natural oils. Ideal for sensitive skin and daily ritual cleansing.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🌿 🌊 🧘 🌼 📜
🌿Vitamin C Crystals Powder
📖 INCI Name:Ascorbic Acid
✨ Benefits:Brightens skin, boosts collagen, fades dark spots, and protects against environmental damage.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🌞 🧬 🌼 🔮 📜
🌿Optiphen Plus
📖 INCI Name:Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic Acid
✨ Benefits:Broad-spectrum preservative that protects against bacteria, yeast, and mold. Adds hydration and extends shelf life in clean beauty formulations.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🧴 🧬 🌙 📜
🌿Brown Sugar
📖 Botanical Name:Saccharum officinarum (molasses-rich)
✨ Benefits:Softer exfoliation, retains moisture, ideal for dry skin — not used in JBHomemade sugaring pastes.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🍬 🌙 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Cane Sugar
📖 Botanical Name:Saccharum officinarum
✨ Benefits:Humectant, gentle exfoliant, boosts glow, ideal for soft sugaring wax formulas.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🍬 🌞 🌊 🧘 📜
🌿Raw Cane Sugar
📖 Botanical Name:Saccharum officinarum L
✨ Benefits:Natural exfoliant, humectant, boosts cell turnover, leaves skin soft and radiant.
🌿 Herbal Profile:🍬 🌞 🌊 🧘 📜
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🌿 Ingredient Legend
- ♥ Grown here in our TN homestead organic gardens
- ღ Sourced from Haebaeggar’s Amish shop in Scottsville, KY
- ✿ Responsibly sourced from trusted suppliers like StarWest Botanicals
- 🛍️ Used in JBHomemade products currently for sale
- 🧪 Used in personal formulations or custom requests
- 🧴 Used in oil infusions
- 💧 Used in hydrosols
- 🌱 Used in seed-to-skin formulations or whole-plant infusions
- 📜 Traditional herbal uses (educational context)
- 🧿 Known for spiritual or energetic cleansing properties
- 🌼 Used in skincare rituals (salves, masks, toners, etc.)
- 🍵 Used in teas or internal herbal remedies
- 🧼 Used in cleansing products (soaps, washes, exfoliants)
- 🧂 Used for detoxifying or mineral-rich treatments (e.g., salts, clays)
- 🌙 Used in nighttime or calming blends
- 🔥 Used in warming or stimulating blends (e.g., circulation, detox)
- 🌊 Used in soothing or hydrating blends (e.g., dry skin, inflammation)
- 🧘 Used in self-care or relaxation rituals
- 🧬 Rich in antioxidants or known for anti-aging benefits
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