Blog - Wild Rose Herbs

Seasonal changes can be hard on your body. As we transition into Spring (or Fall in the Southern Hemisphere) our activity levels often change due to new workout habits, extra physical labor around the yard and home or simply nicer weather to enjoy the outdoors. Combined with erratic weather patterns, body aches and pains can seem to come out of nowhere. Our favorite remedy for relieving muscle and joint pain is Arnica in the form of our Bloom Gentle Muscle Rub.

Bloom combines potent Arnica and soothing Rose infused in hydrating Organic Coconut Oil and Pacific Northwest Beeswax for maximum absorption. Enhanced with precious essential oils of Cardamom, German Chamomile, Rose Geranium and Helichrysum for a gently penetrating muscle rub. Bloom's aroma is complexly floral and sweet with the subtle spice of cardamom.

Bloom is designed to be well tolerated and gentle on sensitive skin. This means that the power of this balm is not necessarily felt on the skin, but deep in the muscles hours after application.

Arnica is traditionally used to ease internal inflammation, pain and bruising. It is best when applied immediately following an injury or to sore/strained muscles that are painful when used. Arnica is interesting because it increases circulation without the characteristic spice of other muscle rubs, like our cayenne-infused Gingermint Muscle Rub.

Aside from chronic pain and injury, Bloom is an indispensable aid for post-workout muscle soreness as well. Even if you're simply feeling a bit stiff, a massage with Bloom is always relaxing!

We added a bit of Cardamom Essential oil to the formula to enhance the circulatory affects without a noticeable spice. Helichrysum, German Chamomile and Rose Geranium give the balm an irresistible soft floral scent and enhance Arnica's anti-inflammatory properties.

 

Whether you're looking to manage joint pain, relieve post-workout muscle aches, treat injuries or simply enjoy a floral massage, Bloom Gentle Arnica Muscle Rub is perfect addition to your home's medicine cabinet.

Tomorrow afternoon Klamath Siskiyou Wildlands Center will host their 15th annual Siskiyou Film Festival! The Festival takes place at the Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center and starts at 3pm.

"Our festival focuses on the the activism, science and history of the environmental movement and features award winning films about people creating real world solutions to today's environmental challenges on a local, regional and global scale. Whenever possible we offer films produced in or about Oregon or the Klamath-Siskiyou region. We hope the films inspire you to action." - KS Wild

There will be a jam packed 142 minutes of fantastic short films. There will also be time before the films start and during the intermission to check out the tables of community groups in attendance, and eat some delicious food available from Chef Kristen. Don't miss the silent auction - we've added two Wild Rose / Wild Man gift baskets that would make perfect Valentine's Day gifts!

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Following a regular skincare routine is important for maintaining healthy, balanced skin. Cleansing, toning and moisturizing are all vital components to daily skincare, but sometimes your skin needs a little extra, intermittent care to really glow. What's our secret weapon for better natural skincare? Facial masks!

Facial masks serve many purposes depending on the specific formula, but in general they are used for deep cleansing/detoxing, exfoliating and nourishing skin. Deep cleansing masks can help control and prevent those random breakouts or irritations caused by dirt, chemicals and oils that your regular cleanser might miss. Most masks are applied wet and allowed to dry. This drying action pulls out impurities from deep in the skin. Once dry, the mask is gently washed off, taking the impurities with it.

Masks made with nourishing ingredients will also transfer these benefits into your skin as they dry. Clay masks are especially beneficial for both cleansing and nourishing - clays are high in minerals to feed the skin while also acting as a magnet for dirt and toxins. The addition of specific herbs and minerals to the clay can really tailor the mask to your specific skin type and skincare goals.

Exfoliating masks include grainy ingredients to help scrub away dead skin and surface dirt. Our favorite natural exfoliants are ground herbs like flower petals, roots and leaves as they also help nourish and cleanse the skin.

Most skin types will benefit from a mask treatment once a week depending on the type of mask. Dry or sensitive skins will need to use a gentle mask if applying weekly, or switch to bi-monthly. Wild Rose has three clay-based masks suited for a variety of skin types.

Attunement Balancing Mask for nourishing and balancing skin tone: This restorative mask combines mineral-rich Rhassoul Clay with gently exfoliating Rose Petals for a blissful spa experience. Enhanced with organic essential oils of Carrot, Rose Geranium, Pacific Northwest Lavender, Lemongrass and Helichrysum to restore and heal skin. Recommended for dry to normal sensitive and mature skin types.

Clarity Purifying Mask for deep cleaning & preventing breakouts: This gently purifying mask combines detoxifying French Yellow Clay with exfoliating Witch Hazel Bark. Enhanced with organic essential oils of Tea Tree, Pacific Northwest Lavender, Lemon Peel, Carrot Seed and German Chamomile to cleanse bacteria and calm irritation and redness. Especially recommended for oily, sensitive and combination blemish-prone skin.

Refresh Stimulating Mask for brightening & revitalizing dull skin: A rejuvenating blend of toxin-drawing French Green clay, stimulating Gunpowder Green Tea and gently exfoliating organic Jasmine Petals. Enhanced with organic essential oils of Peppermint, Lemon, Pacific Northwest Lavender and Carrot to invigorate and nourish skin. Recommended for tired, dull skin of all types. Not recommended for sensitive skin.

Many natural masks, including ours, come in a dry powder form that you mix at home. This eliminates the need for chemical preservatives and gives you more control over the consistency and feel of the mask. We recommend mixing in a 1:1 ratio of clay to water. This gives you a rather thin mask that will still allow your skin to breathe as the mask dries. If you prefer a thick, muddy mask, try adding less water.

Not sure which to try? We put together this sweet little mask sampler set with all three masks - Attunement, Clarity and Refresh.

If you're looking to boost your skincare routine, try adding a natural mask to deep clean, revitalize and exfoliate your skin. Everyone needs special treatment sometimes, and your skin will thank you for the extra attention.

Evergreens smell amazing. Particularly when they're fresh. So, one would think that an evergreen essential oil would smell exceptionally amazing. Unfortunately, many evergreen essential oils smell very different from their fresh form and are sometimes downright acrid. The difference is like the scent of a fresh cut tree verses the stench of old pine needles caught in the vacuum cleaner. How can something so good turn so bad?

This can be a huge dilemma for the aromatherapist. Can you capture the best of a plant's smell without having too much of a good thing? We set out to answer this question when formulating Yule - our popular Limited Edition Beard Oil blend.

Yule is the festive scent of an ancient conifer forest blended to pine perfection. We took the highest quality organic and wildcrafted evergreen essential oils to bring you the best, most balanced pine tree scent you will ever find. This blend of Spruce, Cedar, Juniper and Ho Wood is not too pungent or acidic, just mellow and refreshing like a live Christmas tree in your living room.

The joyous scent of Yule is suspended in a highly absorbent, moisturizing and lightweight grapeseed oil blend ideal for the daily maintenance of the skin and beard. This concentrated leave-in conditioner is designed to hydrate skin, soften facial hair and reduce itching/irritation. We know that Yule will be right under your nose, so we keep the scent mild without overwhelming the senses.

Yule can be found in full-size 50ml bottles and is also part of our Limited Edition Sampler Set. These special scents are only available from September-February, so grab a bottle while you can!

Having trouble deciding what to get for the men in your life? We've collected 12 man-gifts from our favorite small, handcrafted and ethical businesses. All items are available for purchase online, so you can shop small from anywhere!

Medium pouch perfect for pens, pencils, cell phone, small journals, lip balm, &c. The waxed canvas will likely outlast your lifetime, but breaks in, looking cozy quickly.

Dark Cycle designs and prints and a rad line of bike-themed apparel and housewares for the dudes in your life. This hat features their wheel and arrows logo on a wool blend snapback cap.

Beautifully molded to fit in your jeans or bag, The Longshore wallet is designed to hold between two to six cards with room for notes on the reverse. Cards and cash can be accessed easily with a no-nonsense design that gently nods at the traditional Bi-Fold wallet style.  

Choose from nearly 30 varieties of Gourmet Sea Salt, including natural, infused, blended and smoked salts. Use them for finishing, grilling, marinating or for snacks (gourmet popcorn!)

Minute Papillons pretied bow ties are made for people who want the style of a bow tie without the trouble of trying to tie it. Most of them can be worn as much with a suit for a formal look than with a pair of jean to add a touch of class to you casual look.

The Black/Green/Red/Blue/Natural All Wood Sunglasses are made from 7-ply maple skateboard wood. These sunglasses are unique, druable, and hand sanded to perfection with a water resistant seal.

This handprinted design features badass reindeer skeltons, snowflakes and evergreen foliage. Fennec Design Co. uses non-toxic inks and sweatshop-free garments for all of their original designs.

This is a stylish, bike-themed specimen of humankind's most useful tool: the bandana. A monochromatic hand-drawn image of Walnut's beautiful poster by Jim Golden, this 22" square bandana shows the bike front and center.

Arrows Messenger Laptop Bag - $56.00 from Black Lantern Studios

This vintage styled messenger features a padded laptop compartment and plenty of pockets for books and accessories! Hand printed with Black Lantern's rustic arrow illustration.

 

Large Mixed Wood Cutting Board - $49.00 by Foodiebords

These handmade cutting boards feature a mix of cherry, walnut and ambrosia maple wood. Each cutting board is uniquely crafted from Kentucky woods and finished with mineral oil and beeswax.

 

Organic Cotton Hoodie with Bamboo Buttons - $93.00 from Field Day

Made from 100% organic cotton, this hoodie features a giant hood with lining to keep  the cold out. Big pockets for holding all your nuts and bolts. Bamboo button closure for looking good and secure, contrast elbow patch detail.  Brass made in America separating Zipper.  

Wild Man Beard Oil Holiday Sampler - $12.49 from Wild Rose

 This sampler is always a best-seller around the holidays. Featuring four festive scents for the bearded man, these oils will keep his beard growing thick, soft and clean. A great small gift for a friend or stocking stuffer!

Want to view more of our favorite gifts for him? Check out our board on Pinterest!