How to make a base skin cream, add essential oils and herbal extracts to personalize.
Category: Heritage Apothecary
Welcome to the Heritage Apothecary, a professional resource for “from-scratch” living. This area brings together our specialized archives on soap making, candle crafting, and botanical skincare.
Drawing on 26 years of experience, we focus on the intersection of horticulture and traditional chemistry. Here, you will find technical guides for cold-process soaps, heritage methods for hand-dipped candles, and chemical-free recipes for restorative skincare. Whether you are a professional formulator or a modern pioneer, these guides are designed to help you master the skills of a sustainable, handmade life.
Relax and ease sore muscles with homemade bath bombs. Create the ultimate relaxation experience with just three simple ingredients! Learn how with this post.
Type of essential oils to use for breast massage.
This two-ingredient (YES – ONLY TWO!) facial will help save your dull, dry skin. The lactic acid and enzymes in the yogurt will help gently exfoliate and purify while the watermelon hydrates and heals.
Cleanse the skin and shrink appearance of pores with a refreshing watermelon face toner. It also smells AMAZING!
This banana mask will help reduce skin inflammation while making the skin soft as the watermelon works its magic as an oil-free moisturizer.
This body scrub will make your body glow with gentle exfoliation from the sugar and the cleansing properties of watermelon!
There are natural options for absorbing moisture and preventing odor causing bacteria from growing in the underarm area. Here’s how to make your own.
Save your candle remnants! Discover how to reuse candles and create new ones while embracing sustainability.
Check out these three essential natural beauty tips to help you keep your skin looking fresh throughout Spring.
A rose does so much more than make a woman happy on special occasions. Rose water has components that will absolutely surprise you with healing wonders.
Enhance your bath time with our exquisite bath bombs. Immerse yourself in a fragrant oasis and let the stresses of the day melt away.
How to make a body scrub that exfoliates the skin.
Discover easy and natural recipes to keep your skin moisturized, with homemade facial masks for dry skin. Take your skin care to the next level with grandmother’s secrets.
Put a little zing into your next bath! You can create homemade bath recipes that will allow you to enjoy all the health benefits of a soak at the spa in your very own tub!