Cleavers (Galium Aparine) : This wild weed shows up in the most surprising of places, catching a ride on those brushing by. It embodies the energy of gentle spring cleansing & that spirit reflects when it’s used topically too. For chronic skin disorders, acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, etc, cleavers relationship with lymph movement has been worked with as an ally to improve these conditions, providing cool relief.
Borage (Borago Officinalis) : This common garden herb with tasty little star-shaped blue flowers is a surprising uplifter. Just as it can be worked with energetically as a cheer-up plant, it has been shown to bring more life to tired or lackluster skin. Especially helpful for dry skin, it also assists in preventing transepidermal water loss. It has a very high fatty acid content (GLA & LA) making it an ideal barrier rebuilder. Traditionally, some applications included the oil for swelling, inflammatory conditions and treatments of melancholy.
Nettle (Urtica Dioica): These nutrient-dense leaves grow wildly all around us in the Pacific Northwest and contain a multitude of vitamins and minerals including iron, vitamin A, chlorophyll, vitamin E and silica. Nettle extract has been shown to aid in a higher rate of helping to heal skin irritations such as dermatitis and burns more than many over the counter topicals.
Forget-me-not Flower Essence: This essence was created by our family from fresh flowers in our garden during the Spring. We felt the energy of this flower was grounded in emotional stability, courage, sharing our voices and recalling our dreams. A wonderful energetic ally to incorporate in the beginning and end of one’s day for clear thoughts and dreams reimagined.
Trillium Flower Essence: This is an environmental essence, meaning no plants were picked in the process! This essence has been used primarily for feelings of engagement and connectedness to life, bridging disconnect and reorganizing one’s energy into well balanced points. Here in the Northwest, Trillium is often seen in the dense green forests, often by waterfalls.
