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February 19, 20260Comments

Living in the Age of the AI Herbalist

In late 2025, an investigation by Originality.ai revealed something staggering: roughly 82% of herbal remedy books on Amazon were at least partially generated by AI [1]. Pause for a moment
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Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
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Incense as Medicine
Ritual
Sustainability
December 18, 20250Comments

The Sacred Scents of the Season: Frankincense, Myrrh & Beyond

The scents of Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg, and Ginger drift from the oven. Fresh Pine fills the living room from the Christmas tree and evergreen boughs framing the fireplace. Dried Oranges
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Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Aromatic Recipes
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
December 11, 20250Comments

Plant Allies for Returning the Light: Aromatic Herbs for Hope & Renewal

On the morning of the Winter Solstice, something subtle – but powerful – happens. The world seems to slow down. The sun lingers at its lowest point on the horizon,
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Incense as Medicine
October 16, 20250Comments

5 Common Myths About Incense (and the Truth Behind Them)

Lighting incense has a way of transforming not just the space around you, but the atmosphere within you. The match strikes, the incense tip glows amber-red, and within moments the
by NW School of Aromatic Medicine
Incense Crafting
October 9, 20250Comments

4 Powerful Reasons to Make Your Own Incense

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine: a thin ribbon of smoke rising from a hand-rolled cone of incense, its earthy-sweet scent unfurling through the room like a gentle
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Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Incense as Medicine
Incense Crafting
Natural Perfumery
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Ritual
August 13, 20250Comments

Why Benzoin Resin Belongs in Your Apothecary: Benefits & Ritual Uses

Imagine something that looks like a beautiful golden rock, but upon closer inspection, you're greeted with sweet, balsamic, resinous notes, with hints of vanilla that feel like a warm embrace.
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Aromatherapy
Human/Plant Connection
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
June 10, 20250Comments

Aromatic Plants and Dreams: Scents for Deep Sleep and Inner Wisdom

Have you ever woken from a dream so vivid it blurred the line between memory and imagination? Dreams can be fun, strange, symbolic, emotional, or eerily real. They arise most often
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Aromatherapy
Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine
Herbal Medicine
Human/Plant Connection
Incense Crafting
Natural Perfumery
Ritual
May 22, 20250Comments

The Energy You Bring to the Craft: Intention as an Ingredient

Have you ever followed a recipe exactly, only to have it fall flat, while someone else makes the same thing and it comes alive? Or crafted an herbal or aromatic
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Aromatherapy
Aromatic History & Lore
Herbal Medicine
Incense as Medicine
Ritual
Topical Medicine
January 16, 20250Comments

Tree Resins: Unlock the Power of this Underappreciated Natural Remedy

There’s something very magical about tree resins. These golden, aromatic droplets are born from a tree’s natural healing process – a protective substance that seals wounds, guards against infection, and
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Aromatherapy
Bio-Regional Aromatic Medicine
Herbal Medicine
Incense as Medicine
Plant Profiles
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January 9, 20250Comments

The Benefits of Pine Resin & How to Harvest It

I will never forget meeting my friend Sam (name changed to spare them any embarrassment), a budding herbalist radiating excitement and curiosity about the wonders of the natural world. One
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What if one botanical could transform your herbal What if one botanical could transform your herbal remedies, skincare creations, and ritual practice… all at once? That’s the power of botanical resins. If you’ve ever paused to marvel at the sheer genius of nature, resins are one of its crowning achievements. They protect trees, seal wounds, and carry aromatic richness that has been used for thousands of years in medicine, ritual, and craft. But working with resins isn’t quite like working with other plant materials… They’re more concentrated, more aromatic, AND they require a different approach. But once you begin to understand them, a whole new dimension of plant work opens up. All 3 lessons in our free Botanical Resins Workshop Series are now live! Inside this free series, you’ll learn how to: ​​​​​​​ ✨ Understand what resins & gums are and how they differ from other botanicals ✨ Prepare & process resins so they become smooth & workable ✨ Avoid the common frustrations that cause most people to give up too soon ✨ Create resin-infused oils & a Frankincense salve from start to finish You'll also get a free downloadable guide and recipe PDF — yours to keep to experiment with other resins and aromatic ingredients! 🌿 Watch for free at the link in our bio. ⏳ Now's the perfect time to catch up on all 3 lessons and start crafting. Just don’t wait too long –– the full series is only available for a few more days. #botanicalresin #frankincense #infusedoil #diynatural #herbalsalve
Ready to make your own Frankincense salve? Salves Ready to make your own Frankincense salve? Salves are some of the most versatile remedies you can craft at home, ideal for first-aid ailments, aches and pains, muscle tension, bug bites, rashes, arthritis, cold and flu symptoms (hello, chest rubs!), and so much more. What's the secret ingredient that takes them to the next level? Resins. All 3 lessons in our free Botanical Resins Workshop Series are now live (but don't wait too long, this link expires in just a few days)! Here's what you'll learn: ✨ Understand what resins and gums are and how they differ from other botanicals ✨ Prepare and process resins so they become smooth and workable ✨ Avoid the common frustrations that cause most people to give up too soon ✨ How to create resin-infused oils and a Frankincense salve from start to finish You'll also get a free downloadable guide and recipe PDF — a great template to experiment with other resins and aromatic ingredients! Now's the perfect time to catch up on all 3 lessons and start crafting. 🔗 Watch for free at the link in our bio. ⏳ The full series is only available for a few more days. #frankincenseresin #herbalsalve #infusedoil #diynatural #botanicalresin #treeresin
It’s here! Lesson 3 of our FREE Botanical Resins W It’s here! Lesson 3 of our FREE Botanical Resins Workshop is live, and this is where it all comes together. 🌿 In this final lesson, I'll guide you through making a resin-infused oil extract and a smooth Frankincense salve from scratch. Frankincense has been used topically for thousands of years for its remarkable anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and skin-regenerating properties. And once you know how to work with it, it becomes one of the most versatile ingredients in your practice. In this lesson, you'll learn: ✨ How to make a Frankincense-infused oil for face serums or massage oils ✨ How to craft a smooth Frankincense resin salve from start to finish ✨ A reliable method for creating any type of resin-infused oil extract ✨ How to choose the right carrier oils for your preparations ✨ The therapeutic benefits of Frankincense, from wound care and first aid to skin and respiratory support ✨ Expert tips to work with resins in a more controlled and predictable way This tutorial also comes with a free downloadable guidebook and recipe! 🔗 Comment FRANKINCENSE and we’ll send the free workshop straight to your inbox. ⏳ The full series is only available for a few more days, so be sure to dive in soon! ___________ #frankincense #infusedoil #infusedoils #herbalsalve #frankincenseoil #frankincenseresin #frankincenseskincare #diynatural
Resin vs. sap: are they actually the same thing? Resin vs. sap: are they actually the same thing? Spoiler: no… and that's just one of the most common misconceptions about tree resins! There's a lot of folklore and fuzzy information floating around about resins. Some of it holds up (yes, they can be notoriously sticky 😄). But some of it has been steering people in the wrong direction for years, and it's part of why working with resins can feel more confusing than it needs to be. We debunk a few of the big ones in our free Botanical Resins Workshop Series, and guide you step-by-step into working with them. You'll learn: 🌿 The 3 main types of botanical resins (and the best solvent for each) 🌿 The therapeutic properties and benefits of resins 🌿 How to harvest and process tree resins for formulas and natural remedies 🌿 Sustainable and ethical sourcing tips 🌿 How to make resin-infused oil and a Frankincense salve from start to finish This series is free, but only available for a limited time! 🌲 Join us at the link in our bio. ___________ #treeresin #incenseresin #resincraft #herbalism #aromatherapy #aromaticmedicine #oilinfusion
Lesson 2 of our FREE Botanical Resins Workshop Ser Lesson 2 of our FREE Botanical Resins Workshop Series is now live! 🌿 If you’ve ever paused to marvel at the sheer genius of nature, resins are one of its crowning achievements. They protect trees, seal wounds, and carry aromatic richness that has been used for thousands of years in medicine, ritual, and craft. But many herbalists, aromatherapists, and artisans avoid working with resins, because, well…they’re tricky. If resins have ever frustrated you with sticky tools, wasted materials, or unpredictable results, this is the lesson that changes that. In this session, you'll learn: ✨ How to process different resin types based on their natural consistency ✨ The key technique that prevents sticky, unusable results ✨ Which resins work best for salves, incense, tinctures, and more ✨ How to source high-quality, sustainable resins (and what to avoid) Plus, you'll get the Preparing Resins for Herbal Crafting Workbook to get hands-on right away. 🌲 Watch for free at the link in our bio. 📌 Save this post — you won’t want to miss Lesson 3 (coming soon), which covers a step-by-step Frankincense Resin Salve using my personal recipe. #resinmedicine #freeworkshop #botanicalresin #frankincense #frankincensesalve #treeresin
For thousands of years, resins like frankincense a For thousands of years, resins like frankincense and myrrh weren’t just burned… They were used in daily practices for caring for the mouth, the gums, and what traditional systems often referred to as the “waters of the body.” There’s a depth to these materials that most people never explore. Not only in ritual… but in practical, everyday use. And once you begin working with them, you start to see how versatile they really are. If you’re curious to go deeper into the world of resins, we’ve put together a free 3-part workshop series where I guide you step-by-step into working with them. → Click the link in our bio to join the free Botanical Resins Workshop Series
There’s something deeply reassuring about knowing There’s something deeply reassuring about knowing you can care for the small things yourself. Cuts, scrapes, bruises... The kinds of things that happen all the time. You don’t need to be an expert, and you don’t need a full apothecary. You can simply start in your kitchen making simple, effective remedies... A simple salve made with a few well-chosen ingredients can become something you reach for again and again. And over time, that builds something deeper than just skill… It builds trust in your ability to care for yourself and the people around you. It builds on self-reliance and a deep gratification. It's something anyone can do.
Have you tried working with resins before, but end Have you tried working with resins before, but ended up with sticky tools and wasted materials? You're not alone — and it's not your fault. Most people are never taught how to handle them correctly. Resins are some of the most concentrated, aromatic, and prized materials in the plant kingdom, used for centuries in aromatic medicine, ritual, perfumery, and incense. And once you know how to work with them properly, they open up a completely different level of formulation. Lesson 2 of our free Botanical Resins Workshop Series is live. In this session, you'll learn: ✨ How to process different resin types based on their natural consistency ✨ The key technique that prevents sticky, unusable results ✨ Which resins work best for salves, incense, tinctures, and more ✨ How to source high-quality, sustainable resins (and what to avoid) Plus, you'll get the Preparing Resins for Herbal Crafting Workbook to get hands-on right away. 🌲 Watch for free at the link in our bio. 📌 Save this post — you won’t want to miss Lesson 3, which covers a step-by-step Frankincense Resin Salve using my personal formula. #frankincensesalve #frankincense #botanicalresin #treeresin #incenseresin
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