“The idea of slow farmed beauty is one of mindfulness. sourcing should and can benefit all communities, individuals, animals and plants along the way.” – laurel Do you ever think about where your food or skin care comes from? I ponder this often, and my mind can wander from the soil conditions of a farm … Continued
Sourcing locally and domestically is at the very foundation of Laurel Skin. It all dates back to our farmer’s market days. In the early mornings, before most people would arrive, I would leave my booth to buy Honey, Almonds, Nettles, and Olive Oil. Eventually, famers got to know me and asked me what types … Continued
Skin Benefits This ethereal herb has an array of healing benefits for hair, skin and the digestive system. Marshmallow root (Althea officinalis) is a demulcent meaning it soothes irritated, inflamed, or injured skin, it is emollient which lends to the softening and smoothing of the skin, and it is vulnerary which aids in the healing … Continued
Here is a Q and A that Laurel did when Laurel Skin was just getting started. It is a fascinating glimpse into her background as a formulator – and these answers all still hold true today! Shannon: What drew you to become a sommelier? Laurel: I have always loved wine. Growing up, my parents collected … Continued