the florapothecarie journal




  • Six Recommended Reads for Natural Beauties

    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.

  • IBE NY 17 Process: Building DIY A-Frame Ladder Shelves

    Last week, I announced Dave & I are going to Indie Beauty Expo NY in a few weeks and I promised to share a few behind-the-scenes peeks at how we're preparing for our first trade show. Here's a look at how we (okay, mostly my Dad) built the ladder shelves we'll be using in our booth!

  • florapothecarie is going to Indie Beauty Expo NY!

    We're exhibiting at our first-ever trade show, Indie Beauty Expo in NYC August 22-24!! Find us in booth B304!

  • Bathe Like a Goddess with our New Bath Collection!

    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.

  • Flora: The Lady in the Logo

    Today is Floralia, the festival day of the Roman goddess Flora, mother of flowers, vegetation, and fertility. I created my logo and business in her honor, and so I thought I'd share how florapothecarie came to be...

  • My Natural Skincare Routine

    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.

  • April Happenings @florapothecarie

    Shop my new products for the first time in person at these upcoming events:

    This Saturday, April 15, 12:30-4pm: Starr Yoga Open House

    Saturday & Sunday, April 29 & 30, 10am-4pm: Obsessed: A Market


  • Announcing Five New Products!

    After two months of testing, I'm happy to announce five additions to the florapothecarie line: Rose + Willow Facial Cleanser, Create Body Oil, Love Body Oil, Acne Spot Treatment, and Dry Shampoo. Shop all new products here!

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