the florapothecarie journal
Inspiration, tips, and tutorials for living in harmony with nature and our bodies.
the florapothecarie journal
Self Care Routine 5: Jennifer Grossi #SelfLoveMonth
on Feb 11 2018
February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Yoga instructor Jennifer Grossi shares her post-shower skincare ritual and body positivity mantra.
Self Care Routine 4: Maya Oren #SelfLoveMonth
on Feb 09 2018
February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Visual content creator Maya Oren of MOJALVO follows up every shower or bath with a self-love-infused body massage using our Whipped Body Butter.
Self Care Routine 3: Logan Hill #SelfLoveMonth
on Feb 07 2018
February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. LA-based photographer and world traveler Logan Hill shares her tips for bringing self care on the road.
Self Care Routine 2: Cassidy Perry #SelfLoveMonth
on Feb 06 2018
February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Cassidy Perry, founder of The Arise Box, practices aerial yoga, takes long walks with her pup, and loves our Whipped Body Butter.
Self Care Routine 1: Nicole Morley #SelfLoveMonth
on Feb 01 2018
February is #SelfLoveMonth. To celebrate, we've asked a few of our natural beauty friends to share their self-care routines. Yoga instructor and photographer Nicole Morley shares her love of baths.
on Dec 03 2017
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.
Fighting Colds Naturally with Mint & Rosemary + a DIY Vapor Rub Tutorial
on Nov 20 2017
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!
Six Recommended Reads for Natural Beauties
on Sep 05 2017
In honor of the literary holidays this week (#ReadABookDay is 9/6 and #LiteracyDay is 9/8), here are my top six go-to resources for natural beauty.
Bathe Like a Goddess with our New Bath Collection!
on Jun 20 2017
Say hello to new + improved flower-filled bath salt soaks, herbal bath teas, and a Cleopatra-inspired Rose + Coconut Milk Bath — a bath collection fit for a goddess.
on Apr 25 2017
As a maker of natural + vegan beauty products, I’m frequently asked about my skincare routine. After years of research, ditching toxic products, and experimenting with ingredients and recipes, I’ve finally reached a place where everything I use in my skincare routine is 100% natural and—even better—handmade by me! I love this feeling, and I love knowing exactly what’s going on (and into) my skin. Click through to read my daily/weekly self care routine.
Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine: A Product Swap-Out Guide
on Mar 21 2017
Happy Spring! Like the autumnal equinox, the spring equinox is about restoring balance to our lives, which is why you'll probably get an itching to clean this week — get rid of excess things, negative energy (I've got a simple ritual for that here), not-so-great people (have you read my Being Boss blog post about ditching toxic people?), etc. So I have a fun exercise for you to do this week: you're going to spring clean your beauty routine!
What's a Toner & Why Should I Use One?
on Mar 06 2017
One question I'm asked frequently is: What's a toner? Every day, we use some type of cleanser, then follow up with a moisturizer or cream or facial oil (learn the differences here), but many of us forget a crucial middle step: the toner.
on Jan 05 2017
Shea butter is well-known as a moisturizer for even the driest skin, which is why it's a key ingredient in my Whipped Body Butter. But it's good for more than moisture, too! Here are 6 reasons to love Shea Butter.
on Nov 10 2016
Dear beautiful soul,
Many of us are still hurting today. I admit, I am still a little frightened by the unexpected turn in American politics. I spent the last few days slowing down, grieving, and thinking both inward and outward about how this presidency will affect me, my loved ones, my country, and those on the fringes. We are all unsure of what the future will bring. But after two days of grieving, crying, and being afraid, I came to a resolution: I will continue to stand for love, equality, and peace.
on Oct 15 2016
My first how-to video! (Yes, there will be more.)Â To celebrate my chocolate face mask being in this month's Goddess Provisions box, I thought I'd share with you a video on how to use a face mask. I also talk about what else you can mix in a dry mask (besides water), as well as the different face masks I offer (charcoal, chocolate, and rose) and the benefits of each. Basically, this video is everything you ever wanted to know about face masks. Enjoy!
9 Things to Mix Into Clay Face Masks (Besides Water)
on Oct 07 2016
My clay face masks may say "just add water," but you can use so many more ingredients with them. I like to switch it up depending on the season and what my skin needs. My favorites are: aloe vera juice, apple cider vinegar, green tea, honey, lemon juice, milk, oil, rosewater, and yogurt.
7 Ways to Bring the Beach to You
on Jul 19 2016
Stuck inland? I hear ya. I wish I could get to the beach more often than I do. I dream of being back on the Riviera Maya or dipping my toes in the Pacific Ocean at Zuma Beach. Sigh. We can dream. In the meantime, here are a few ways to bring the beach to you:
1. Mermaid hair all year. You know how your hair always looks wild + amazing after a dip in the ocean? That's thanks to sea salt. BUT, real saltwater also dries out your hair. The solution? My Rose & Sea Salt Hair Spray, made with hydrating rosewater and coconut oil blended with Dead Sea Salt and Pink Himalayan Salt. Get it here.
2. Burn a beachy-scented candle. I'm a big fan of Soy Much Brighter's Ruth Bader Ginsburg candle, which smells like coconut, teakwood and women's empowerment. 💪
3. Sunbathe in your backyard, on your deck, or roof. Lather on some sunscreen, grab your favorite beach towel or blanket, and throw it down wherever you've got a great patch of sun. If you live in a city and you don't have a backyard or deck, can you get onto your building's roof? Just be safe — don't break any rules or bones!
(photo via Brit + Co)
4. Sip on a summery cocktail. If you were on an island right now, what drink would be by your side? Mix it up at home and bring it to your sunbathing spot. Here are a few drink recipes from Brit + Co to get you started.Â
(photo:Â @jshbooks)
5. Read something fun. Nothing says "beach day" like a fun, summery read. I read a lot of more serious novels and business books throughout the year, so when I'm at the beach (or pretending to be there), I give my brain a break with something light and entertaining. Right now, I'm reading my friend Jessica Serra Huizenga's Crazy Beautiful series. They're the perfect beach books!
6. Soak in a sea salt bath. Now that your body's heated up from sunbathing, cool down with a cold or lukewarm bath. Toss 2 Tbs of your favorite bathing salts into your tub, fill it with just enough hot water to dissolve the salts, then fill it up the rest of the way with cold or lukewarm water. It'll be (almost) just like that feeling of diving into the ocean after soaking up the sun.
7. Relax. The first rule of beach day is to relax. The second rule of beach day is to relax. Whatever you do on your beach-at-home day, make sure to de-stress and enjoy!
on Jun 29 2016
Make your own gentle natural cleanser without harsh surfactants. Perfect for those with sensitive or problem skin, dry or oily.
on Jun 24 2016
From inducing sleep to healing acne, minor cuts and burns, lavender is a must-have in the cabinets of every natural beauty or kitchen witch.
DIY Floral Sugar Scrub with The Confetti Bar
on Apr 11 2016
Sugar scrubs were the very first beauty product I ever made, and are still one of my favorites! They're very easy and only really require two ingredients: sugar and oil. These floral sugar scrubs kick it up a notch with the addition of essential oils and pretty floral confetti from The Confetti Bar.
You will need:
1/4 Â cup raw, granulated cane sugar
1 tbs oil — almond oil, grapeseed oil, jojoba oil, sunflower oil
up to 4 drops of essential oils
a few pinches of biodegradable floral confetti from The Confetti Bar
a clean 4oz jar
Mix all of your ingredients together in a small bowl and decant into your jar. Keep it sealed and stored in a cool, dry environment until use. Use it up within six months.
To use your sugar scrub: wash your body, then scoop some of the scrub into the palm of your hand. Gently rub it onto your skin in circular motions. Rinse off and pat skin dry with a towel. Be careful in the shower — your tub or shower floor may be slippery!
All photos thanks to The Confetti Bar.