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Lira Rosamund — Harvesting Tree Resins
In some regions, seashells have been used as small natural containers to collect tree resins and saps. It’s not just a romantic idea —...
Aug 142 min read
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Matteo Lorusso — Everything You Need to Know About Olive Oil
I’m Matteo Lorusso, and I’ve been working with olive oil for over 40 years. Today I want you to know exactly how to choose it and what...
Aug 142 min read
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Welcome to the World of Ayurveda: Discover Your Dosha
Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India with over 5,000 years of history, teaches that each person is born with a unique combination...
Aug 141 min read
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The Moon’s Influence on Herbal Alchemy
I am Lira Rosamund , Herbal Alchemist, and I have learned that when you harvest a plant is as important as how you prepare it. The moon,...
Aug 52 min read
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Dr. Mora, Student of Plants: Santolina, a Multi-Purpose Master Plant
I am Dr. Mora, a lifelong student of plants, and today I want to introduce you to one of nature’s most versatile allies: Santolina (...
Aug 52 min read
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The Soapmaker explains: Marseille, Castile, and Aleppo Soap
Three iconic soaps. One ancestral art.
In this post, The Soapmaker guides us through the origins, ingredients, and spirit of Castile, Marseille, and Aleppo soaps. Discover what sets each one apart — from the Spanish minimalist made with pure olive oil, to the bubbly French classic, and the ancient Syrian healer infused with laurel. A sensory journey through history, skin, and tradition.
Aug 42 min read
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How to Build Your Own Apothecary at Home (Start With This)
You don’t need 100 ingredients. You need a few that do a lot. 5 Core Ingredients: Coconut oil Beeswax or candelilla wax (vegan) Arrowroot...
Aug 31 min read
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The Soap Base Breakdown: How to Choose the Right Oils for Your DIY Bar
So you want to make your own bar soap. You’ve got your mold, your lye, your gloves... but now you’re staring at five different oils...
Aug 32 min read
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Smoke That Speaks: How to Make Charcoal Bombs for Burning Resins and Keeping Old Rituals Alive
I don’t remember the first time I saw the smoke rise —but I remember how it felt. Warm, slow, ancient. Like something older than memory...
Aug 32 min read
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How to Distill at Home: Botanical Alchemy with Lavender as a Guide
Distillation is not just a process — it’s a ritual. In the steam that rises, we extract the essence of the plant. Today, I’ll walk you...
Aug 32 min read
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What is Apothery – Nature’s Lab in Your Pocket
Welcome to Apothery, the app that brings the wisdom of herbal medicine and DIY cosmetics straight into your hands. Apothery isn’t just a...
Aug 11 min read
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