Ingredients
All our products are lovingly hand made with plant-based, non-genetically modified ingredients.
None of our ingredients, formulas, processes, or final products has been tested on animals.
ALOE VERA
Properties: Rich in natural moisture and has a humectant quality that draws additional moisture to the skin.
Aloe is a member of the lily family resembling a cactus. It is recognized as one of nature's most remarkable herbs for health and beauty. The plant’s leaves are filled with a gel that contains more than 75 known substances, which include vitamins, minerals, enzymes, proteins, polysaccharides and biological stimulators.
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Relieves itching and treats sunburn.
- Soothing, emollient,
- Antibacterial
- Promotes new skin growth,
- Moisturizes, protects, and counters the effects of aging.
ARNICA (Herbal Remedy)
Pain Salve; Infused Oil
Properties: Antimicrobial, Antiseptic
The flowers are used externally to reduce inflammation, reduce bruising and for pain relief. Arnica treats common skin problems like infections, itching, eczema.
Benefits:
- Relieves arthritis pain as it warms the area and stinulates blood flow and is anti-inflammatory.
- Applied topically it is excellent for any strains, sprains, swellings, carpal tunnel, muscle soreness and to reduce bruising
ARROW ROOT POWDER
Fresh Feet Foot Powder; Body Powder - Fresh & Soothing; Body Powder - Silky Fresh Skin
Properties: Gluten free, Grain free, Silky Texture, Decreases Oiliness
It imparts a silky texture to body creams and helps decrease the oily feeling of natural oils and butters. A great substitute for cornstarch for those with corn allergies
Benefits:
- Absorbs perspiration
- Absorbs oils/sebum beautifully - wonderful for acne
- Promotes natural healing as it penetrates the skin
- Eliminates toxins
ARTICHOKE - Cynara scolymus
Blood Sugar Balance Tea; Lymphatic Cleanse Tea; Tincture
Properties: Alternative (blood purifier), anticholesteremic, chloagogue, digestive tonic
Artichoke Leaf contains cynarin which has proven liver protection capabilities. Also contains silymarin, the active constituent of milk thistle. Leaves are used to treat sluggish liver and poor digestion.
Benefits:
- Proven liver protection capabilities
- Beneficial for digestive system
- Contain compounds that may help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease
- May help regulate blood sugar levels. These findings support the antidiabetic potential of this plant product. https://www.canadianjournalofdiabetes.com/article/S1499-2671(13)01126-X/fulltext
- May have anti-inflammatory effects that benefit conditions like arthritis
WARNINGS: Avoid during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding. Those with hypersensitivity to any member of the Asteraceae family should use caution. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
ASTRALAGUS - Astralagus membranaceus
Lymphatic Cleanse TEA
Properties: Adaptogenic herb that boosts energy and strengthens immunity. Diuretic, antiviral, hypotensive, immune amphoteric
Research indicaes that polysaccharides and saponins in astralagus may restore immune function for those whose immune systems are weakened by chronic illness or chemotherapy.
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Restores immune function
- Antibacterial
- May have benefits in treating allergic asthma
Dosage: 1 - 3 cups daily
WARNINGS: No known warnings. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
AVOCADO OIL
Tea Tree and Lavender Soothing Bar, Foot Balm
Properties: Conditioning, Medium Creamy Lather
High in vitamins A, B, D and E oleic and palmitoleic acids.
The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents in avocado oil help your skin stay smooth, strong, and elastic.
Benefits:
- Calms itchy skin
- Accelerates wound healing
- Relieves inflammation from psoriasis and eczema
- Replenishes dry skin
- Shields skin from ultraviolet radiation
WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS
The beta carotene, protein, lecithin, fatty acids, and vitamins A, D, and E found in avocado oil help moisturize and protect your skin from damaging UV rays.
Some evidence suggests that avocado oil can help treat skin conditions such as plaque psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition that causes thick, scaly, red patches on the skin.
BURDOCK ROOT
Lymphatic Cleanse Tea; Tincture
Properties: Alternative (blood purified), anti-cancer, cholagogue (stimulates gall bladder), diuretic, hepatic, lymphatic
Contains multiple types of powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids.
Burdock root has been used for centuries in holistic medicine to treat a variety of different conditions. These benefits may be extensive enough to warrant using burdock root as a complementary treatment for certain conditions.
Benefits:
- Reduced inflammatory markers in the blood of patients with osteoarthritis.
- Research also found that burdock root effectively detoxified blood and promoted increased circulation in the surface of the skin
- Stimulates bile and strengthens the liver
- Calms itchy skin when applied topically
- Accelerates wound healing when applied topically
- Burdock root is a natural diuretic
WARNINGS: No known warnings. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
CASTOR BEAN OIL
Ruff Citrus Bar, Pine Tar Cedarwood, Lip Balm, Dog Shampoo Bar
Properties: Conditioning, Moisturizing, Creamy Lather with High Stable Bubbles.
90% ricinoleic acid, which has traditionally been used to help heal skin conditions.
Benefits:
- Reduces acne due to antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties
- Inhibits bacteria growth that cause acne due to ricinoleic acid
- Enhances smoothness and softness
- Anti-fungal properties and rich in Vitamin E
- Hydrates and moisturizes skin
- Excellent for balms as well as soap
CEDARWOOD ESSENTIAL OIL
Properties: Anti-seborrheic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, insecticidal, sedative, and fungicidal substance
Cedarwood Oil is extracted through the process of steam distillation from the wood pieces of the cedar wood tree.
Benefits:
- Reduces inflammation and itching on the skin while relieving tension and anxiety.
- Prevents wounds from becoming septic as well as protecting them from tetanus germs.
- Mosquito and insect repellent
- Reduces inflammation and itching on the skin while relieving tension and anxiety.
CLEAVERS - Galium aparine
Lymphatic Cleanse Tea
Properties: Rich in natural moisture and has a humectant quality that draws additional moisture to the skin.
Cleavers are astringent, detoxifying, diuretic, anti-inflammatory and promote sweating. They work well to detoxify the body, drain the lymphatic system and swolleng glands. Research supports the use to treat tumors - expecially breast, skin, head, neck, prostate and lymphatic system.
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Bladder infections, urinary tract infections, dissolves kidney stones
- Detoxes blood and lymph; also antibacterial
COCOA BUTTER
Foot Balm; Lip Balm; Soothing Bar - Tea Tree and Lavender, Exotic Lime & Aloe Soap Bar
Properties: High in fatty acids that nourish the skin; rich in phytochemicals (plant compounds) that protect and repair the skin
Cocoa has been used in medicine for around 3,000 years. It was a favorite ingredient of the ancient Aztecs and Mayans. More recently, researchers have discovered that compounds called phytochemicals in cocoa might help keep both your body and skin healthy.
Benefits:
- Luxurious and deeply moisturizing
- Forms protective layer
- Replenishes dry or chapped skin
COCONUT OIL
Properties: Excellent cleansing, adds hardness, large stable lather and fluffy bubbles
Benefits:
- The fatty acids in coconut oil can kill bacteria, viruses and fungi.
- Help to prevent infections.
- Reduce symptoms of eczema
- Reduces inflammation
- Helps heal wounds
DANDELION LEAF & FLOWER (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture; Oil infusion
Dandelion is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Specifically, when eaten raw in a salad, dandelion contributes about 40 times the vitamin A found in lettuce. It has 9 times the vitamin C, 4 times the vitamin E, 8 times the amount of calcium, 4 times the magnesium, 3 times the amount of iron, and 2 times the protein as found in ordinary lettuce.
Properties:Improves metabolism, detoxifies the blood,
Benefits:
- Reduces inflammation - relieving chronic pain
- Soothes dry, itchy skin
- Improves digestion
- Supports the immune system
DEVILS CLAW (Herbal Remedy)
Healing Hand Balm; Tincture
Properties:Anti-inflammatory
Benefits:
- Eases muscular and joing inflammation
- Eases arthritic pain and gout
- Soothes dry, itchy skin
FENNEL - Foeniculum vulgare
Blood Sugar Balance Tea; Tincture
Properties: Aromatic, carminative, galactagogue
An infusion made from the seeds is effective treatment of digestive problem, including heartburn. It cleans toxins from the body and removes excess fluids
Benefits:
- Detoxifying, diuretic
- Conjunctivitis, infetions of the eye
WARNINGS: Fennel has hormonal effects and should not be consumer if you are pregnant. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
FENUGREEK (Leaf and Seeds)- Trigonella foenum-graecum
Blood Sugar Balance Tea; Tincture
Properties: Antidiabetic, decongestant, galactagogue
Fenugreek seeds contain compounds that may improve insulin sensitivity and regulate blood sugar levels. This can be beneficial for people with diabetes or prediabetes. Fenugreek is a soothing remedy for ulcers, burns, abscesses and other injuries.
Benefits:
- Helps to balance blood sugar
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Studies have shown that fenugreek leaves can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
They contain compounds that inhibit the absorption of glucose from the intestines.
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Studies have shown that fenugreek leaves can help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
- Fenugreek leaves contain prebiotics that nourish beneficial gut bacteria, improving digestion.
WARNINGS: If you're allergic to peanuts, you may also be allergic to fenugreek, as the two plants are cross-reactive. Fenugreek may interact with certain medications that affect the liver, such as warfarin and statins. People with liver disease or other liver problems should avoid taking fenugreek. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should also consult with their healthcare provider before using fenugreek.
As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
FEVERFEW (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture
Properties:Anti-inflammatory
Benefits:
- Primarily for the treatment of migraines and accompanying symptoms.
- Eases nausea, dizziness and vomiting
- Anti-inflammatory with pain killing properties
FRENCH GREEN CLAY
Dry Dog Shampoo Powder; Exotic Lime & Aloe Bar
Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, absorbent, detoxifying
French green clay's list of trace minerals is impressive, and includes dolomite, magnesium, calcium, potassium, manganese, phosphorous, copper, selenium and cobalt – all of which nourish the skin. It is especially prized for its ability to absorb impurities, odors and tightens the pores.
Benefits:
- Gives it a silky feel
- Excellent for shaving providing a smooth, close, clean shave
- Nourishes the skin
- Absorbs impurities and odors
- Tightens pores
We don’t want to leave our furry friends out of the amazing properties of this clay so we included it in our Dry Dog Shampoo Powder – it absorbs the smelly sebum from our doggy coats in between baths.
GINGER ROOT (Herbal Remedy)
Ear Treatment;
Properties: Warming, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antioxidant, anti-nausea, anti-cancer
Benefits:
- Soothes pain - especially muscle
- Improves blood sugar levels
- Cognitive benefits, potential for preventing Alzheimer's
HIBISCUS
Lymphatic Cleanse Tea; Tincture
Properties: Alternative (blood purified), anti-cancer, cholagogue (stimulates gall bladder), diuretic, hepatic, lymphatic
Contains multiple types of powerful antioxidants, including quercetin, luteolin, and phenolic acids.
Benefits:
- Reduced inflammatory markers in the blood of patients with osteoarthritis.
WARNINGS: No known warnings. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
JOJOBA OIL
Beard Oil, Whipped Body Butter
Properties: Moisturizing, rich in Vitamin E linoleic acid, a re-builder and re-generator for the skin.
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Good to use on acne
- Exceptionally mild for sensitive skin
- Provides shine of hair/beard
- Promotes hair growth and improves the health of the beard
LEMON BALM LEAF (Herbal Remedy)
Properties: Nervine, hypnotic, carminative, antiviral, antibacterial, antianxiety, antidepressant, antioxidant, diaphoretic
Benefits:
- Both soothing and uplifting
- Gentle sedative
- Relieves tension headaches, anxiety, insomnia and panic attacks
- Soothes intestinal gas and bloating
Precautions: The herb may lower thyroid levels; consult a medical practitioner and use cautiously in hypothyroidism and with thyroid hormone replacement
LICORICE ROOT (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture
The roots and leaves contain many types of compounds that are medically active: counarins, triterpenoids, glabrene, and polyphenols.
Properties: Antibacterial, antiviral anti-inflammatory and include natural steroid compounds.
Benefits:
- Effective against peptic ulcers. The root kills the bacterial and helps heal the ulcer
- Has shown to be effective against indigestion heawrtburn, acid reflux, indigestion, stomach pain and nausea
- May aid in the treatment of prostate and breast cancer with promising early results
- The antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties may act against the virus causing hepatitis C and helps reduce long-term liver damage from the disease
- Boosts the immune system helping prevent hepatitis C, HIV and influenza
- Is an expectorant, loosening and expelling mucus from the throat and lungs
- Soothing for sore throats
- Acts as a hydrocortisone to alleviate eczema, cellulitis, folliculitis.
- Topically, helps reduce irritation, redness, scaling or other skin problems
MULLEIN
Dog Ear Treatment; Tincture
Is widely used for herbal remedies, with well-established emollient and astringent properties.
Properties: Emollient, Astringent, Expectorant, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antispasmodic, Vulnerary (wound healing)
Benefits:
- Treatmentof bronchitis, emphysema, laryngitis, tracheitis, asthma
- Reduces formation of mucus and stimulates expulsioin of phlegm
- Relieves couching spasms and wheezing with long term use
- Asthma - best if inhaled by burning the leaves
- Skin wounds, ulcers, tumors - externally use a poultice or infuesed oil
- Earaches and infections - mullein infused oil
NEEM OIL & NEEM POWDER
Dog Shampoo Bar; Dry Dog Shampoo; Dog Paw Salve; Foot Powder
Found throughout the Indian subcontinent, Ayurvedic medicine practitioners have used the bark, leaves, flowers, seeds, and fruits of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica) for centuries.
Properties: Conditioning, Moisturizing, Soothing, Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial
Contains quercetin, a flavonoid plant pigment that acts as a strong antioxidant
Neem's fatty acids, vitamins, and powerful antioxidants are the perfect trifecta to help rejuvenate the skin.
Benefits:
- Natural, chemical-free insect repellent
- Excellent remedy for eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, and even leprosy
- Improve skin/scalp health through its anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Promotes healthier hair follicles as a result prevents hair loss
- Neem's insecticidal properties keeps your pets healthy and free of mange mites, fleas, etc.
- Prevent joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain
- Facilitates wound healing
NETTLE LEAF POWDER
- Regulates natural sebum production, promotes flawless skin.
- Accelerates the healing process of wounds and burns, helps with skin allergies
- Provides relief in joint pain and arthritis.
- Strengthens and fortifies hair follicles, helps hair growth, treats dandruff.
- Thanks to silicium and magnesium it also has beneficial anti aging properties.
OATS (Colloidal)
Citrus & Lavender Bar, Tea Tree & Lavender Bar, Dry Dog Shampoo, Foot Powder
Properties: Astringent properties, restores skins natural PH, draws oil out of skin and unclogs pores, soothing
Benefits:
- Natural moisturizer
- Phenols, provide it’s anti-inflammatory properties.
- Mild Exfoliation
- Relieves itch and soothes the skin
OREGON GRAPE ROOT (Berberine) - Berberis repens, B. aquifolium
Blood Sugar Balance Tea; Tincture
Properties: Alternative (blood purifier), antiseptic, cholagogue, lymphatic
Oregon grape has antimicrobial properties and is a good lymphatic cleansing herb.
Compared with metformin, berberine exhibited an identical effect in the regulation of glucose metabolism, such as HbA1c, FBG, PBG, fasting insulin and postprandial insulin. In the regulation of lipid metabolism, berberine activity is better than metformin.
Benefits:
- Helps to balance blood sugar levels
- Stimulates bile flow
- Relieves skin conditions - acne, boils, eczema
WARNINGS: Not for use with weak digestion. Use with caution during pregnancy. Taking Oregon grape along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
PASSION FLOWER (Herbal Remedy)
Properties: Helps dampen overactive nerve function; has healing properties.
The positive effects begin 30 minutes after ingestion.
Benefits:
- Relaxing and soothing
- Calms anxiety
- Additionally relieves heart rhythm problems, menopausal symptoms, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
PLANTAIN LEAF (Herbal Remedy)
Dog Dry Shampoo Powder; Foot Powder, Body Powder, Dog Nose & Paw Salve, Tincture
The Plantain herb has many medicinal qualities. It is anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant, hepatoprotective, immune modulating and a weak antibiotic.
Benefits:
- Autoimmune conditions benefit from taking it in tincture form 2x daily with the benefits building up over time
- Reduces sore throats and selling of the gums - as a Tincture
- Relieves itching
- Healing wounds, sores, rashes - crush fresh leaves and place on the wound - it ward off infection and stops bleeving, reduces inflammation. Or use dried leaves, make a paste and use in the same way.
PINE TAR EXTRACT
Pine tar has been used in medicine for more than 2,000 years to treat a range of skin conditions due to its soothing and antiseptic properties. It has been shown to be anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-fungal and suitable for treating eczema, psoriasis, seborrhoeic dermatitis and other dry, itchy or inflamed skin conditions. It is widely used in veterinary medicine.
Benefits:
- Anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties
- Relieves itching
- Moisturizing
ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL
Dog Shampoo Bar; Dry Dog Shampoo; Foot Powder; Foot Balm; Bath Salts;
Rosemary contains caffeic acid, carnosic acid, carnosol and rosemarinic acid which are anti-inflammatories and antioxidants.
Known for its distinctive fragrance that is characterized by an energizing, evergreen, citrus-like, herbaceous scent. Used throughout the civilizations in cosmetics for its antiseptic, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant properties and in medical care for its health benefits.
Properties: Stimulating, soothing and pain relieving.
Benefits:
- It is neuroprotective and helps improve concentration and memory
- Is a mild stimulant well-known for increasing circulation
- Alleviates headaches, especially migraines as it opens up the blood flow to the brain
- Natural, chemical-free insect repellent
- Increases circulation and improves skin/scalp health
- Anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties
- Relieves aching muscles and improves memory
- Helps relieve stress levels and nervous tension
- Protects the liver
SALTS
SARSAPARILLA ROOT (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture
Is a tropical plant that contains a wealth of plant chemicals and was used throughout history to treat conditions like arthritis, psoriasis, eczema and syphilis. The beneficial phytochemicals in the root of the sarsaparilla plant have been shown to have anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and skin and joint healing effects.
Properties: Anti-inflammatory; steroidal phytochemicals like sarsaponin, antibacterial, antimicrobial, anticancer, and pain relieving.
- Potent treatment for joint swelling - treats gout and arthritis
- Helps with indigestion
- Relieves pain and headaches
- Protective effects on the liver
TULSI (Holy Basil) - Ocimum sanctum
Lymphatic Cleanse Tea; Tincture
Properties: Adaptogenm antibacterial, antiviral, carminative, hypotensive, immune amphoteric
Holy Basil has many medicinal uses both internally and externally - loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. It not only treats diseases but can prevent via its immune system benefits. Eugenol is beneficial in reducing blood cholesterol.
Benefits:
- May reduce blood sugar in those with prediabetes by decreasing insulin resistance
- May have anticancer potential but inhibiting the growth of cancer and aids in canerous cells death
- Detoxifier, diuretic and reduces risk of kidney stones by reducing levels of uric acid.
- Increases urination, flusing toxins and cleansing kidneys
- Helps protect health of kidneys and liver.
- Anti-anxiety and anti-depressant properties
- Beneficial for stomach and digestive system by decreasing stomach acid and increasing mucus secretion
WARNINGS: Avoid during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding. Use with care when taking insulin or anti-diabetic drugs. May lower thyroxine levels so avoid if you have hypothyroidism. Can interere with blood clotting - stop using at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. As always, if you are on medication check with your doctor prior to use.
https://www.canadianjournalofdiabetes.com/article/S1499-2671(13)01126-X/fulltext
VALERIAN ROOT (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture
Properties: Relaxing, sedative and pain relieving, sleep aid.
Benefits:
- Treats all forms of nervous states - anxiety, stress, panic attacks, depression, nervousness
- Helps with Epilepsy as has a relaxing efect on the muscles
- Lowers blood pressure and pulse rate by relaxing the blood vessels
- It is a sedative and helps with insomnia
- Relaxes without making you drowsy
- Helps relieve stress levels and nervous tension
WHITE WILLOW BARK (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture, Oil infusion, Ear Treatment
Properties: Pain relieving - Feverish ailments, rheumatic complaints, headaches, joint pain
It can take up to 14 days to achieve its full effect and the effect will last longer than conventional painkillers with fewer side effects.
Benefits:
- Treats all forms of rheumatic pain
- Reduces fever
- Treatment for acne, pimples and aging due to the salicin content
WILD LETTUCE (Herbal Remedy)
Tincture
The white latex sap that runs through the plant contains sesquiterpene lactones, which are the primary medicinal components.
Properties: Pain relieving, sedative
It can take up to 14 days to achieve its full effect and the effect will last longer than conventional painkillers with fewer side effects.
Benefits:
- Calms restlessness and anxiety and induces sleep
- Relieves muscular and joint pain, and treats shock
YARROW FLOWER & LEAF (Herbal Remedy)
Tinctures, Oil infusion, Dog Nose & Paw Salve, Ear Treatment
Yarrow has numerous medicinal properties due to its high concentrations of terpenes.The bitter, astringent, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, decongesting, and vasodilatation properties of yarrow are what make it such an important member of our family of healing herbs.
Properties: Styptic, healing, circulation, preservative, bronchiodilating, antiinflammatory, chemotherapuedic,
Benefits:
- Could improve circulation due to Borneol compound
- It it known to be a cough suppressnt due to presence of Cineole compound
- Topical treatment for infections, cuts and sores
- Cuts fevers quickly
- Reduces duration of measles virus and colds
- Eases swelling and promotes healing - disinfects wounds
- Reduces anxiety without the sedative effect - calms