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bathing, botany and blackballing

bathing, botany and blackballing

Posted in Botanicals, Products and People

there are many plants native to north america that have been used for centuries to heal. if you have ever wondered why these medical treasures are not more mainstream then you might just be interested in the story of charles whitlaw, botanist. 

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doing better

doing better

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

most of us know first-hand just how therapeutic it is to have amazing, healing plant extracts on our bodies as we strive to create balanced and healthy self-care habits. but, when the going gets tough and special needs have to be addressed, a long soak in a botanically infused bath is a complete game-changer. how will you change your game?

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damask daydreams

damask daydreams

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

growing, harvesting and processing damask roses on the niagara escarpment provides a wonderful opportunity to daydream (and nightdream, if truth be known) about the legendary history of healing that this plant provides us mere mortals

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the soap dossier

the soap dossier

Posted in Botanicals, Products and People

if we can grasp anything from the soap-making traditions of our forebearers it must be this: washing your skin with a detergent is something you, your skin and the world does not need. the luxury of washing using plant-based oils and delicious plant-based fragrances is a daily ritual that should be cherished at every opportunity

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small farma

small farma

Posted in Botanicals, Products and People

comfrey infused sweet almond oil is for those wanting a full-strength, unblended option for use directly on an afflicted area or as a sweet overall treat to the body in the bath

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an epic slice of botany

an epic slice of botany

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

the botanical world was joséphine's passion and salvation: her spirited curiosity of botany not only helped to recreate the verdant paradise of her youth at malmaison, it also helped her cope with her greatest social anxiety. today, an awkwardness exists in our remembrance of joséphine as we learn how her zeal for horticultural treasures and her formidable gift of persuasion was seriously flawed.

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'attar of rose' geranium

'attar of rose' geranium

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

are you ready to travel to france and the indian ocean? curious how a pair of fabled love-struck lovers accelerated a global demand for this horticultural treasure? the bottom-line is, hundreds of years of production has left us with a highly valuable skin care ingredient that continues to deliver unparalleled modern-day experiences.

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fresh plant chemistry

fresh plant chemistry

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

come see how we diversified our extracts portfolio this year! using the low-tech/high-results method of extraction called 'enfleurage', we used our abundant fresh damask roses to great effect.

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the dirty truth about clean skin

the dirty truth about clean skin

Posted in Botanicals, Markets, Products and People

are you ready to part with products that no longer serve you? are you looking for a cleansing option that is effortless, simple and sustainable? you are not alone. in 2021, the hashtag #skinimalism is trending and its bringing reality back to skincare ... plant-based, cold process soap eliminates a slew of these non-serving products and best of all? it will elevate your cleansing routine to a whole new level.

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project x [allegedly]

project x [allegedly]

Posted in Products and People, Botanicals, Markets

agronomic analysis of this high-value crop is such an after-thought as the growing of marijuana evolves into a horticultural-thrill-ride aiding and abetting the progression of these beauties from gawky, spindly branching to thick, voluptuous kolas laden with trichomes oozing with thick, sticky resin. 

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