Herbal Infused Oils
Coconut oil is dreamy. It's one of the most amazing oils I've ever worked with. Sure I love olive oil. Almond and grape seed top my list as well. But when it comes down to it, coconut is an all-over, all purpose, head to toe wonder oil.
It is available generally in 2 forms, refined, and unrefined (virgin). Both are a beautiful creamy white color when solid, but turn to clear liquid above 76 degrees. Virgin coconut oil has the unmistakable, hypnotic sent of pure coconuts, while the refined oil has many of the benefits of virgin coconut oil but offers a neutral smell (and it is slightly less nutritious, which is why virgin coconut oil is generally used for food/cooking, and refined coconut oil is used cosmetically). What are the benefits of coconut oil you ask? Well, it's been one of the most popular oils globally for thousands of years and science is just starting to unlock the reasons why.
So far it's known that-
-coconut oil is antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal (3 really good things to be in a tropical climate!)
-coconut oil is highly nutritious source of quick energy
-coconut oil aids in the bodies absorption of needed minerals, amino acids and vitamins
-coconut oil soothes all sorts of skin ailments because of its antiflamitory properties
I could on and on about it, but what I really want to tell you about is how I herbally infused my organic coconut oil to create one of the most luxurious, yet simple skin treats ever.
Organic Coconut Oil infused with Lavender & Vanilla (read my blog post about it here). What I ended up is the ultimate simple luxury. You can use this on your skin, your scalp, your hair, heck I even made shortbread out of it (I really did, it was delicious). A little will go along way because it is pure oil, nothing added (except for the herbs that were infused in it- you can still see some vanilla bean flecks in the bottom!). Best of all has a really long shelf life do to it being naturally antibacterial- so no preservatives! Available below in 4 and 2 ounce glass jars.
Ingredients:
Coco nucifera* (coconut oil), lavandula angustfolia* (lavender buds), vanilla planifolia* (vanilla beans)
*Organic
Organic Coconut OIl infused with Chai tea Spices
I started this batch with pure virgin coconut oil and added everything that goes into chai tea- except the tea. I added the spices whole (next batch I think I will try grinding them to see if there is a difference) and let them sit for about 6 weeks. It smells like nothing else I know. It smells sweet. Which, when you think of it, makes no sense at all- smells.... sweet..... things usally taste sweet?
You can use it anyway you would normally use plain coconut oil- all over skin conditioner, hair moisturizer/defrizzer, BUT, I would avoid using it on the face due to the spices. Available in 2oz and 4oz glass jars.
Ingredients:
Cocos nucifera (virgin coconut oil)*,Vanilla planifolia (bourbon vanilla beans)*, Myristica fragrans (nutmeg), Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (cinnamon bark)*, Elettaria cardamomum (cardamom pods), Piper nigrum (black pepper corns), Eugenia caryophyllata (whole clovebuds), Zingiber officinale (ginger root powder)*
*Organic
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
These oils will turn to liquid at temperatures above 75 degrees. Put them somewhere cooler to solidify again.
Granulation may occur (little lumps form)- this does not affect the quality of the oil.
It is available generally in 2 forms, refined, and unrefined (virgin). Both are a beautiful creamy white color when solid, but turn to clear liquid above 76 degrees. Virgin coconut oil has the unmistakable, hypnotic sent of pure coconuts, while the refined oil has many of the benefits of virgin coconut oil but offers a neutral smell (and it is slightly less nutritious, which is why virgin coconut oil is generally used for food/cooking, and refined coconut oil is used cosmetically). What are the benefits of coconut oil you ask? Well, it's been one of the most popular oils globally for thousands of years and science is just starting to unlock the reasons why.
So far it's known that-
-coconut oil is antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal (3 really good things to be in a tropical climate!)
-coconut oil is highly nutritious source of quick energy
-coconut oil aids in the bodies absorption of needed minerals, amino acids and vitamins
-coconut oil soothes all sorts of skin ailments because of its antiflamitory properties
I could on and on about it, but what I really want to tell you about is how I herbally infused my organic coconut oil to create one of the most luxurious, yet simple skin treats ever.
Organic Coconut Oil infused with Lavender & Vanilla (read my blog post about it here). What I ended up is the ultimate simple luxury. You can use this on your skin, your scalp, your hair, heck I even made shortbread out of it (I really did, it was delicious). A little will go along way because it is pure oil, nothing added (except for the herbs that were infused in it- you can still see some vanilla bean flecks in the bottom!). Best of all has a really long shelf life do to it being naturally antibacterial- so no preservatives! Available below in 4 and 2 ounce glass jars.
Ingredients:
Coco nucifera* (coconut oil), lavandula angustfolia* (lavender buds), vanilla planifolia* (vanilla beans)
*Organic
Organic Coconut OIl infused with Chai tea Spices
I started this batch with pure virgin coconut oil and added everything that goes into chai tea- except the tea. I added the spices whole (next batch I think I will try grinding them to see if there is a difference) and let them sit for about 6 weeks. It smells like nothing else I know. It smells sweet. Which, when you think of it, makes no sense at all- smells.... sweet..... things usally taste sweet?
You can use it anyway you would normally use plain coconut oil- all over skin conditioner, hair moisturizer/defrizzer, BUT, I would avoid using it on the face due to the spices. Available in 2oz and 4oz glass jars.
Ingredients:
Cocos nucifera (virgin coconut oil)*,Vanilla planifolia (bourbon vanilla beans)*, Myristica fragrans (nutmeg), Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (cinnamon bark)*, Elettaria cardamomum (cardamom pods), Piper nigrum (black pepper corns), Eugenia caryophyllata (whole clovebuds), Zingiber officinale (ginger root powder)*
*Organic
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
These oils will turn to liquid at temperatures above 75 degrees. Put them somewhere cooler to solidify again.
Granulation may occur (little lumps form)- this does not affect the quality of the oil.
Will be Available 06/24/2011
Organic Coconut Oil Infused with Lavender & Vanilla 4 oz
4 oz recyclable glass jar
$
11.00
Organic Coconut Oil Infused with Chai tea Spices 4 oz
4 oz recyclable glass jar
$
11.00
Lavender Boo Boo Balm
Ingredients:
Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil* infused with Hypericum perforatum (st. johns wort)*, Calendula officinalis (calendula)*, and Arnica montana (arnica)*, Olea europaea (olive) oil infused with wild-crafted blackberry leaves*, Vitis vinifera (grape seed) oil, Beeswax*, Essential Oil of Lavendula angustfolia (lavender), and Tocopherol (Vitamin E)*
*ORGANIC
Lavender Boo Boo Balm
2 oz glass jar
packed in lavender buds
packed in lavender buds
$
9.00
Super Skin Salve
SOLD OUT! Check back soon!
I originally created this product for professional massage therapists. Coconut oil has amazing "slip" on the skin and is preferred by massage professionals everywhere due to its versatility, antimacrobial properties and the fact that it washes out of sheets really easily. The coconut oil used in this blend has been herbally infused with calendula, arnica and st johns wart- three super skin supporting herbs. The salve has a sunny yellow tint (due to the calendula flowers) and a mild herbaceous smell (even the "unscented"). I then added essential oils that have their own unique aromatheraputic attributes. Lavender is the original wonder herb. It's a cure-all, widely recognized for its soothing, relaxing abilities, but did you know that it helps regenerate skin cells that have been burned/damaged? In the Lemon/Mint blend I use both peppermint and spearmint, along with sunny lemon. Mint is amazing because it is simultaneously soothing and refreshing, while all citrus oils are amazingly anti-bacterial and known mood lifters.
All in all, any of these salves are great for any and everybody*.
Available below in 8 oz reusable/recyclable tins.
*pregnant and nursing women should check with their health care provider before using any products with herbs or essential oils in them.
Ingredients:Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil *infused with Hypericum perforatum (St. Johns Wort) Leaf,* Calendula officinalis (Calendula) Flowers*, and Arnica montana (Arnica) flowers*, Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Beeswax*, Tocopherol (Vitamin E)*, and essential oils
SOLD OUT! Check back soon!
I originally created this product for professional massage therapists. Coconut oil has amazing "slip" on the skin and is preferred by massage professionals everywhere due to its versatility, antimacrobial properties and the fact that it washes out of sheets really easily. The coconut oil used in this blend has been herbally infused with calendula, arnica and st johns wart- three super skin supporting herbs. The salve has a sunny yellow tint (due to the calendula flowers) and a mild herbaceous smell (even the "unscented"). I then added essential oils that have their own unique aromatheraputic attributes. Lavender is the original wonder herb. It's a cure-all, widely recognized for its soothing, relaxing abilities, but did you know that it helps regenerate skin cells that have been burned/damaged? In the Lemon/Mint blend I use both peppermint and spearmint, along with sunny lemon. Mint is amazing because it is simultaneously soothing and refreshing, while all citrus oils are amazingly anti-bacterial and known mood lifters.
All in all, any of these salves are great for any and everybody*.
Available below in 8 oz reusable/recyclable tins.
*pregnant and nursing women should check with their health care provider before using any products with herbs or essential oils in them.
Ingredients:Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil *infused with Hypericum perforatum (St. Johns Wort) Leaf,* Calendula officinalis (Calendula) Flowers*, and Arnica montana (Arnica) flowers*, Vitis vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Olea europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Beeswax*, Tocopherol (Vitamin E)*, and essential oils
Super Skin Salve- Lemon Mint SOLD OUT
$
0.00
Super Skin Salve- Lavender SOLD OUT
8 oz reusable tin
$
0.00
Super Skin Salve- Unscented SOLD OUT
8 oz reusable tin
$
0.00
