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  • florapothecarie is officially Leaping Bunny and PETA certified as cruelty-free and vegan!

    florapothecarie has been vetted and certified by Leaping Bunny and PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies program to be cruelty-free and vegan. We never tested on animals or used animal-derived ingredients in our products, now it's just really official.

  • florapothecarie holiday gift guide

    Stuck on what to give your favorite people (or the ones you barely know)? Have no fear — the florapothecarie gift guide is here! We've curated a collection of our best-sellers and easy gift options, so you can stress less and feel good because you're giving cruelty-free non-toxic skincare and supporting a small business. You're totally a holiday hero.

  • The Healing Powers of Salts

    Salt and the sea have been known healers for thousands of years, even before the Romans perfected natural hot spring baths. Let's take a look at the three most popular salts used in beauty, bathing, and body care: Dead Sea Salt, Epsom Salt, and Himalayan Salt.


  • Why florapothecarie supports Global Fund for Women

    1 in 3 women and girls experience violence in their lifetime. 51% of human trafficking victims worldwide are women and 20% are young girls. 

    We need to help our sisters. This is why florapothecarie is supporting Global Fund for Women.


  • Fighting Colds Naturally with Mint & Rosemary + a DIY Vapor Rub Tutorial

    Well friends, there's no way around it. Cold season is here. But I'm going to help you power through it with our pals Peppermint and Rosemary. Both of these herbs and their essential oils are good to have around when coughing and congestion set in. Plus, I'll show you how to make your own three-ingredient vapor rub!

  • Shop florapothecarie in-person at these upcoming events!

    We're all over Connecticut the next few weeks! Come test out products, say hello to Sami, and shop in-person at one of these local events.

  • Ingredient Love: Witch Hazel

    Witch hazel is one of the few untainted herbal medicines still widely available today. While its primary use is for healing minor wounds and bug bites, witch hazel is prized in the beauty industry for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

  • Why Make Everything By Hand? Because I Care

    Hey there, it's me, Sami Jo, founder of florapothecarie. Did you know I make all products by hand? Yep. Nothing is produced in a factory ~ every product you purchase from florapothecarie is made with love by little ol' me.

DIYs, inspiration, and tips for living a naturally beautiful and magical life.