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Botanical formulations for Skin & Hair

Our formulations are rooted in holistic principals from Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Handmade locally, in small batches, we commit to bring you premium natural skin care and hair care that target the needs of diverse melanin-rich skin.

Pit Kit - Natural Deodorant Duo

Pit Kit - Natural Deodorant Duo

Skin Food Body Cream

Skin Food Body Cream

Black Soap Gentle Cleanser

Black Soap Gentle Cleanser

Daily Greens Whipped Moisturizing Cream

Daily Greens Whipped Moisturizing Cream

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Illuminate your skin. #thpapothecary #blacksoapcleanser #africanblacksoap #fallskincare #plantbased #blackisbeautiful
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The head is a sacred place and the desire to share a daily ritual of head anointing was the birth of this herbal hair elixir. A lightweight and versatile hair oil that is formulated to stimulate your follicles, nourish your roots and calm your irritated scalp. It quickly absorbs into the shaft to prevent oil build up and clogged pores. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *Herbal infused hair oil⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ * Lightweight for fine hair, locs, braids and brush cuts⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ * Calms itchy scalp⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ * Pre-poo hair treatment⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thpapothecary #smallbatchhaircare #plantbased #naturalhaircare #naturalhairproducts #curlyhair #locs #braids #supportsmallbusiness #madeinoakland #madeinamerica
This is a beautiful photo from Castle Rock Vinyards @castlerockvineyards. We use local California grapeseed oil in our Root Oil Hair Elixir. Grape seed oil is a light oil that easily absorbs into the hair shaft to give it bounce and shine without being greasy. According to @napavalleynaturals (whom I didn't realize was the supplier for @berkeleybowl generic brand) "This is an environmentally sustainable and ecologically sound product that requires no new farmland, water or other natural resources to produce. Virgin land is saved from the stress of pesticides and cultivation." ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thpapothecary #smallbatchskincare #plantbased #naturalskincare #naturalhaircare #supportsmallbusiness #madeinoakland #madeinamerica #haircare #shinyhair #hairoil #grapeseedoil #californiagrapes #napavalleynaturals
Treat someone you love to the gift of healthy glowing skin. What better gift then that of daily rituals in honor of self love. #thehealingplaceapothecary #naturalmakeup #naturalskincare #greenbeauty #smallbatch #sfetsyshow #eczemarelief #dailygreensmoisturizer
ROSE WATER HYDRATING MIST: An intoxicating sensory experience that yields youthful dewy skin and an uplifted spirit. Welcome to skincare formulated with you in mind.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thpapothecary #rosewatertoner #rosewaterspray #rosedamascena #smallbatchskincare #plantbased #naturalskincare #naturalhaircare #supportsmallbusiness #madeinoakland #madeinamerica #SFETSY #IHESF2018 #shopsmall #SmallBizSat #ShopLocal
@228grantstreet is one of my favorite candle companies. 228 Grant Street Candle Co. scented candles are made with all-natural soy wax, braided cotton wicks, and scented oils. Just wax, wick, and scent with no other additives or dyes. While paraffin wax is refined from crude oil, soy wax is made from soybeans- a completely renewable resource. Compared to paraffin, soy wax burns cleaner with no petrol-carbon soot. Soy wax also burns slower than paraffin, so soy wax candles also last longer.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The illuminating soft glow of candles continues to be part of my self-care routine. Do your self a favor and get your illumination on. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thpapothecary #candles #228grantstreetcandles #light #illumination #greenplants #masonjar
I have to chuckle when techniques and trends that have been around for ages get mainstream. You know hoop earrings, cornrows and the beloved “pre-poo”. If you’ve always wondered why mamma slathered oil on your scalp between perms or press-n-curls, if you’re new the game and can’t figure out what in the world this is about, or you need a way to explain this technique in laymen terms this post is for you :-). The basic function of a pre-poo (pre-shampoo) is to protect your hair from the potential damaged caused by shampooing. A shampoo is designed to break down oils and build up but can strip the hair of its natural occurring sebum causing it to be dry and brittle. Shampoo has come a long way and even the most gentle and moisturizing shampoo can cause dryness if overused. In addition, it’s good to clarify the hair once in a while and doing this step will help to restore your moisture levels faster. There are many variations of this process but here are the basics.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ STEP ONE:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Separate dry hair into 4-8 sections and do the following steps one section at a time.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ STEP TWO:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Apply Root Oil to the scalp, massage it in and smooth the oil down the hair to the ends. Twist the section and move on to the next.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ STEP THREE:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Cover with a plastic cap and/or heat cap for at least an hour.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ STEP FOUR:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Wash, condition and style as usual. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #thpapothecary #hairoil #growthoil #prepoo #naturalhaircare #naturalhairproducts #weaves #boxbraids #locoil #loctition #darcysbotanicals #beardoil #SFETSY #IHESF2018 #shopsmall #SmallBizSat #ShopLocal