Discovering what worked for me

Every season seems to bring us new elements in nature that tantalize us and also taunt us. It’s spring, and I’m working in the garden, but when I go inside, I have unidentified bumps on my arms that itch. The worst part of it is sometimes that one bite later might spread into hives. Not finding relief from my dermatologist and all the meds, I started exploring diet and other topical solutions. I found calendula and plantain to be my most soothing solutions, but it took time to find all the companion herbals that would finally become Love My Skin to help me through my many scratches, scrapes, rashes, and inflammatory skin eruptions. It is still my go-to.

For my bumps and bruises, I found an Arnica blend was needed, and Feel Better Blend helps hasten the healing for sore muscles, joints, and bruised tissue. I love the wholesomeness of Arnica infused oil to pair with other supportive botanicals of Yarrow, St. Johns Wort, Comfrey and Meadowsweet. Supporting our bodys natural healing process with anti inflammatories such as Ginger and Frankinsence.

Winter would bring my feet into a whole conundrum, where my feet were so dry I had fissures that were so painful. I found my best formula to heal my dry, cracked feet was just something I had to share with my besties and beyond. The Lemon Lavender Salve was created for just that, but I don’t just use it on my feet. It’s great for cuticles and anywhere you want some lavender and intense repair for your skin.

Then there is just the daily skin love that I felt was missing. Finding something that didn’t make my skin sting or my eyes burn from the added alcohols and preservatives. I just wanted to feel zen on my skin on a daily basis. All my salves and oils are very zen and do not include any alcohol.

I love my Calendula Rose Vanilla Salve. I start deeply massaging it into my hands, up to my elbows. It’s also so lovely on the neck and face if that is where you need to relax and rehydrate. One deep breath as I open and apply these wonderful botanicals and my whole body finds an overall sense of well being and relaxation.