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Garden Botanicals
Camellia sinensis — Tea
Grown in our Georgia tea garden, Camellia sinensis is hand-harvested from seed to bloom, preserving the plant’s vitality. Its leaves are used both in our skincare and in loose-leaf teas.
Purpose in Skincare
• Base for distillates & wax
• Rich in antioxidants
• Supports sensitive skin
Benefits for Skin
• Fights oxidative stress
• Calms redness & irritation
• Hydrates & balances
Vitis rotundifolia — Muscadine
Grown in the South and transformed through fermentation and distillation, muscadine brings botanical vitality and pH-balancing support to our formulations.
In Formulation
• Hydrosol base
• Fermented botanical extract
• Natural pH-balancing component
Benefits for Skin
• Supports healthy skin barrier
• Encourages balanced tone
• Rich in polyphenols
Rosmarinus officinalis — Rosemary
Distilled into aromatic hydrosol, rosemary brings clarity and balance to both skin and scalp formulations.
Role in Formula
• Herbal hydrosol base
• Clarifying botanical extract
• Aromatic functional water
Benefits for Skin
• Helps balance oil
• Refreshes & tones
• Provides antioxidant support
Rosa spp. — Garden Rose
Grown in our garden and gently distilled into hydrosol, our roses bring softness, balance, and quiet luminosity to skin and cup alike.
Purpose in Skincare
• Floral hydrosol base
• Gentle aromatic toner
• Soothing botanical infusion
Benefits for Skin
• Calms sensitivity
• Softens & refreshes
• Supports skin balance
• Enhances natural glow
Vaccinium spp. — Blueberry Leaf
Harvested from our blueberry plants, the leaves are dried for tisane and selected for their gentle antioxidant richness.
Structural Role
• Botanical infusion
• Antioxidant support
Benefits for Skin
• Helps defend against oxidative stress
• Supports calm, balanced skin
Dahlia spp. -- Dahlia Flower
Grown in our garden and gently dried, dahlia petals are crafted into a delicate tisane that celebrates the quiet beauty of seasonal botanicals.
Purpose in Skincare
• Botanical infusion
• Seasonal plant tisane
Benefits
• Naturally antioxidant-rich
• Support gut health and sugar balance
• Creates gentle botanical rituals
(Crafted as floral tisane.)
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Botanical Derivatives
Green Tea Wax
Botanical Origin: Camellia sinensis
Crafted from tea leaves cultivated in Middle Georgia, Green Tea Wax is derived during the extraction of vital tea compounds. This natural ingredient offers a gentle structure that preserves the plant's botanical character, making it ideal for botanical rituals aimed at nurturing sensitive skin.
Botanical Role
• Natural structuring wax
• Protective emollient
• Texture-enhancing botanical lipid
Benefits for Skin
• Helps reduce transepidermal water loss
• Supports conditioned, supple skin
• Leaves a velvety, non-greasy finish
Muscadine Hydrosol & Ferment
Derived from the muscadine grape (Vitis rotundifolia), a native Southern botanical treasured for generations, muscadine hydrosol and ferment capture the essence of this resilient fruit through gentle botanical processing. Rich in naturally occurring plant compounds, these ingredients bring the character of the vineyard into skincare formulations designed to refresh, balance, and support the skin’s natural vitality.
Purpose in Formulation
• Botanical hydrosol and ferment derived from muscadine grapes
• Provides a refreshing, water-based botanical component
• Supports balanced and elegant skincare formulations
• Enhances the sensory character of toners, essences, and serums
Benefits for Skin
• Helps refresh and comfort the skin
• Supports a smooth, hydrated skin feel
• Helps promote a balanced appearance
• Leaves skin feeling soft, renewed, and naturally refreshed
Rosemary Hydrosol
Derived from Rosmarinus officinalis, rosemary hydrosol is steam-distilled into a clear aromatic water that enhances botanical rituals by bringing clarity and herbal balance to skin and scalp formulations.
In Formulation
• Herbal hydrosol base
• Clarifying aromatic water
• Functional botanical distillate
Benefits for Skin
• Helps balance excess oil
• Refreshes and tones
• Provides gentle antioxidant support, making it suitable for sensitive skin care.
Rose Hydrosol
Derived from Rosa spp., our rose hydrosol is a product of your garden, gently distilled to enhance your botanical rituals. This lovely infusion adds softness, a subtle aroma, and quiet luminosity to your formulations.
Botanical Role
• Floral hydrosol base
• Soothing aromatic water
• Gentle botanical infusion
Benefits for Skin
• Calms visible sensitivity, making it ideal for sensitive skin care
• Softens and refreshes
• Supports balanced, radiant skin through the use of natural ingredients
Kelp Bioferment
Derived from sea kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana), this marine botanical is fermented to create a kelp bioferment that concentrates minerals and bioactive compounds into a gentle, skin-supportive extract ideal for botanical rituals.
Botanical Role
• Marine-derived ferment
• Mineral-rich botanical active
• Barrier-supporting extract
Benefits for Sensitive Skin
• Enhances resilience
• Calms and balances
• Provides deep, lightweight hydration using natural ingredients
Botanical Infused Oils
Whole botanicals are slowly infused into carrier oils through botanical rituals, transferring their lipid-soluble compounds to create rich, plant-forward emollients using natural ingredients.
Botanical Role
• Oil-based plant extraction
• Traditional apotheca preparation
• Nourishing lipid infusion Benefits for Skin
• Enhances softness
• Delivers gentle botanical character
• Supports barrier comfort, making it ideal for sensitive skin care.
Performance Actives
Aloe barbadensis — Aloe Vera Leaf Juice
Selected for its purity and performance, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice serves as a key component in our botanical rituals, delivering cooling hydration and calming relief for sensitive skin care.
Purpose in Skincare
• Lightweight hydrating base
• Soothing botanical extract
• Barrier-supporting ingredient
Benefits for Skin
• Deeply hydrates
• Calms irritation & redness
• Supports skin repair
• Provides antimicrobial support
Squalane
A stabilized, olive- or sugarcane-derived skin-identical lipid chosen for its exceptional barrier support and weightless nourishment, embodying the essence of botanical rituals with natural ingredients that cater to sensitive skin care needs.
Structural Role
• Barrier-replenishing emollient
• Lightweight lipid support
• Moisture-sealing ingredient
Benefits for Skin
• Softens without heaviness
• Supports elasticity
• Reduces moisture loss
• Improves skin resilience
Sodium Lactate
A humectant that helps maintain optimal hydration and supports the skin’s barrier with gentle precision, often derived from fermented plant sugars, specifically corn or beets. This ingredient is a key component in many botanical rituals, particularly those formulated for sensitive skin care.
Purpose in Skincare
• Hydration booster
• pH-balancing ingredient
• Supports skin barrier integrity
Benefits for Skin
• Retains moisture effectively
• Improves suppleness
• Softens and smooths skin
• Promotes a balanced, healthy feel
Allontoin
A gentle compound, originally discovered in comfrey (Symphytum officinale), is now typically produced in laboratories to ensure purity and safety. Selected for its skin-calming and reparative properties, it is ideal for sensitive skin care routines, particularly for those looking to incorporate effective botanical rituals into their skincare regimen.
Role in Formula
• Soothing botanical-inspired active
• Supports skin repair
• Promotes healthy barrier function
Benefits for Skin
• Calms irritation
• Encourages skin renewal
• Smooths and softens
• Helps reduce visible redness
Glycerin
A classic, skin-identical humectant selected for its deep hydration and gentle balancing properties, making it ideal for sensitive skin care. This botanical ritual is often derived from natural ingredients like vegetable oils, including soybean, coconut, or palm oil.
Purpose in Skincare
• Moisture-binding ingredient
• Enhances skin barrier
• Softens and smooths skin
Benefits for Skin
• Retains moisture
• Prevents dryness
• Improves skin suppleness
• Leaves skin comfortable and hydrated
Panthenol
A gentle, water-soluble vitamin selected for its soothing, hydrating, and barrier-supporting properties, perfect for sensitive skin care.
In Formulation
• Hydration booster
• Calms and supports the barrier
• Enhances skin softness with natural ingredients
Benefits for Skin
• Reduces irritation
• Promotes smooth, supple skin
• Supports skin repair
Oat Protein (from Avena sativa)
Sourced from oat kernels, this protein extract gently nourishes and calms sensitive skin while enhancing barrier integrity, making it a key player in botanical rituals that utilize natural ingredients for effective sensitive skin care.
Purpose in Skincare
• Soothing protein
• Supports skin barrier
• Softens skin
Benefits for Skin
• Reduces redness
• Hydrates and strengthens
• Improves skin texture
Hydrolyzed Silk (from silk fibroin)
A naturally derived protein selected for its lightweight hydration properties and the soft, smooth skin feel it imparts, making it ideal for sensitive skin care.
Structural Role
• Lightweight humectant
• Softens and smooths skin
• Supports skin hydration with natural ingredients
Benefits for Skin
• Silky, soft texture
• Retains moisture
• Enhances natural glow, embracing botanical rituals
Cleansing & Conditioning
C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate provides the primary cleansing power in selected formulations. Used in balanced systems alongside milder surfactants, it effectively removes excess oil, sunscreen, and environmental impurities while supporting an elegant cleansing experience.
Purpose in Formulation
• Primary cleansing surfactant
• Removes excess oil and daily buildup
• Creates a rich cleansing lather
• Balanced with complementary surfactants for improved skin comfort
Benefits for Skin
• Cleanses thoroughly
• Leaves skin feeling fresh
• Helps remove environmental residue
• Supports a clean, comfortable finish
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine complements primary cleansing surfactants by enhancing foam, improving skin feel, and reducing the potential for irritation. Its versatility makes it a valuable component of
balanced cleansing formulations.
Purpose in Formulation
• Foam enhancer
• Improves cleanser mildness
• Stabilizes cleansing systems
• Enhances sensory performance
Benefits for Skin
• Produces a rich, creamy lather
• Supports comfortable cleansing
• Helps reduce post-cleansing tightness
• Leaves skin soft and refreshed
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is valued for providing effective cleansing while remaining considerably milder than many traditional sulfate-based cleansers. It contributes to a balanced cleansing system
suitable for daily use.
Purpose in Formulation
• Gentle cleansing agent
• Supports mild cleansing performance
• Improves overall surfactant balance
• Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
Benefits for Skin
• Cleanses without excessive dryness
• Helps maintain skin comfort
• Supports daily cleansing routines
• Leaves skin feeling refreshed
Stability & Preservation
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Derived from plant-based sources, tocopherol is a naturally occurring form of vitamin E valued in skincare for its antioxidant properties and its ability to support oils and botanical ingredients within formulations. Traditionally used in cosmetic preparations, it helps protect delicate plant oils from oxidation while contributing a nourishing, conditioning touch to creams, oils, and body care products.
Purpose in Formulation
• Antioxidant support for oil-based ingredients
• Helps maintain the quality and stability of botanical oils
• Enhances nourishing properties of creams and body care formulations
• Supports smooth, conditioned skin feel
Benefits for Skin
• Helps protect skin from environmental stressors
• Supports the skin’s natural moisture barrier
• Helps maintain softness and suppleness
• Leaves skin feeling nourished and comforted
Propylene Glycol
A versatile ingredient widely used in modern skincare, propylene glycol is a humectant and formulation enhancer valued for its ability to attract and retain moisture. Used in carefully balanced cosmetic formulations, it helps botanical extracts and water-based ingredients blend effectively while improving the texture and feel of skincare products.
Purpose in Formulation
• Humectant that helps maintain hydration
• Supports even distribution of botanical ingredients
• Enhances texture and application of creams, serums, and toners
• Helps create smooth, lightweight formulations
Benefits for Skin
• Helps draw moisture into the skin
• Supports a hydrated, comfortable skin feel
• Helps prevent formulations from feeling dry or tight
• Leaves skin smooth and refreshed
Optiphen
Optiphen® is a modern, paraben-free preservative system used to help protect water-based skincare formulations from microbial growth. An important part of responsible cosmetic formulation, it helps maintain product safety, freshness, and quality while allowing botanical ingredients to remain the focus of the formula.
Purpose in Formulation
• Helps protect water-based formulations
• Supports product freshness and stability
• Extends the usable life of creams, cleansers, and botanical preparations
• Allows safer preservation of naturally inspired skincare products
Benefits for Skin
• Helps ensure products remain clean and stable during use
• Supports consistent product quality
• Allows gentle botanical formulations to remain protected
• Contributes to a safe and reliable skincare experience
Disodium EDTA
A widely used ingredient in cosmetic science, disodium EDTA helps maintain formulation stability by binding trace minerals that can affect product quality over time. Often used in carefully crafted skincare formulations, it supports the performance of preservatives and helps protect the appearance, texture, and integrity of botanical products.
Purpose in Formulation
• Supports formulation stability
• Helps improve preservative effectiveness
• Protects against changes caused by trace minerals
• Maintains product texture, appearance, and consistency
Benefits for Skin
• Helps maintain the quality of skincare products
• Supports stable, well-balanced formulations
• Helps preserve the freshness of botanical ingredients
• Contributes to a consistent skincare experience
