Collection: Natural Cottage Body Care

I'm excited to share something I've been working on. It has been in the works for a while, actually, since last spring. You probably noticed that I focused a lot on herbs this year. I expanded my herb garden, adding more space for more herbs.

I took you along with me through Instagram, Facebook, and even some YouTube videos while harvesting them. I practiced several different preserving techniques, finding out which techniques I liked the most depending on the herb and my plans. Why did I go through all this effort?

I've mentioned several times that I have a latex allergy, which not only prevents me from enjoying a long list of foods that I was once able to eat without a care in the world but has also stopped me from being able to use a lot of "natural" products. The latex proteins that are present in fruits and vegetables are what I have to avoid ingesting or skin contact. So, one of the first things I learned and practiced was making infused oils and salves with herbs that would not affect my allergy.

Not only was I using herbs that were grown chemical-free, with natural fertilizers, and the permaculture techniques we use on the Wildwood Wonder Cottage Homestead, but also organic olive oil and all-natural yellow beeswax. Why beeswax? Beeswax is breathable and doesn't block pores while holding moisture in the skin. Great for hands after a day of working in the garden.