I choose skincare that reflects my values: thoughtful, restorative, and aligned with the rhythms of nature. Brands like Botnia, Maya Chia, Josh Rosebrook, and Ursa Major speak to me because they understand that skincare is more than surface-deep it’s a form of nourishment.To me, skincare should be nutrient dense, deeply restorative, and elegant in formulation. I want products that are as intelligent as they are beautiful crafted with care, backed by science, and rooted in plants that are alive with purpose.I’m not drawn to trends or clutter. I want fewer things that do more, and do it well. I choose brands that work with the skin, not against it brands that prioritize purity, integrity, and efficacy over marketing noise.

Botnia creates small-batch, plant-based skincare grown on their micro-farm and formulated to support the skin’s natural function. Every product is developed by herbalists, scientists, and estheticians in their Sausalito lab, then carefully time tested before it reaches your skin gentle, effective, and microbiome-friendly.

Maya Chia formulates nutrient-dense, science-backed skincare built around their signature supercritical chia seed oil. Guided by the mantra Cultivate. Create. Innovate., they rely on clinical research, not marketing hype, to deliver lightweight, effective products that act as superfood for the skin.

Nestled in Truchas, New Mexico, House of Flowers is a farm shop and apothecary that celebrates the old world ways of Northern New Mexico. From grass fed lamb and raw mountain honey to herbal remedies, vintage clothing, and handcrafted goods, every offering reflects stewardship of the land and connection to community. More than a shop, House of Flowers is a way of life an invitation to slow down, savor beauty, and honor the traditions that still flourish in the mountains.

Josh Rosebrook blends whole-plant actives with advanced ingredients to support the skin’s own regenerative powers. His innovative formulations from serums to masks deliver gentle yet effective solutions that nourish, protect, and restore radiance, elevating skincare into a holistic ritual.

Born in Vermont, Ursa Major was created as an antidote to overcomplicated skincare. Their forest infused essentials are clean, uplifting, and gender-neutral made for people who want products that work, feel good, and delight the senses without fear based marketing or fluff.

Founded by traditional naturopath and botanical perfumer Christa Obuchowski in Tesuque, New Mexico, Aromabotanica brings together decades of study, travel, and hands-on practice in plant medicine. Inspired by her early introduction to herbal remedies in Germany and shaped by teachers and healers around the world, Christa has devoted over twenty years to the art and science of blending plant extracts into therapeutic compositions. Her work with distillation, maceration, and biodynamic gardening honors ancient methods while creating products that feel timeless and alive. Each formula reflects her belief that scent can awaken natural healing potentials—offering a full-spectrum approach to supporting body, mind, and spirit. From scent portraits crafted for individuals to botanical perfumes and therapeutic remedies, Aromabotanica is an invitation to experience plants as medicine and scent as a path to balance and vitality.