Over a decade ago, I began experimenting with natural skincare,
guided by a love of wild places and the joy of crafting with pure botanicals.
Twelve years on, the skincare industry has become increasingly saturated and complex.
Shelves are filled with plastic packaging, synthetic ingredients, and ever-expanding routines -
even among products positioned as natural or luxurious.
The gap between what is being sold and what feels necessary continues to grow.
However, long before I had the language for it, I was shaped by simpler ways of living.
I grew up surrounded by a deep appreciation for nature -
gardens tended, landscapes walked, and attention given to the small, often unnoticed details of the natural world.
In 2017, The Balm and Aloe Melt
were created for the first time.
As I developed and shared them with family and friends,
their purpose became clear.
We don’t need separate products
for every part of the body.
We need fewer, well-considered formulations
made with natural ingredients
that work across face and body.
This approach became the foundation of
The Botanical Life.
From the outset, The Botanical Life
was designed to be
simple, intentional, and calming
Rather than offering many products,
we focused on doing less -
reducing excess, encouraging thoughtful use,
and creating space for slower rituals.
As the brand developed, my own relationship with life's pace changed too.
Slowing down became essential, not optional.
From this, The Garden took shape -
a calm space within The Botanical Life
to observe the seasons,
notice small details, and reconnect with nature through photography and words.
This is an ongoing journey.
The Botanical Life continues to evolve as a practice of simplicity, seasonal awareness, and mindful care.
You are welcome to join -
to explore the seasons and to build grounding rituals into your everyday life.
STEP INTO THE GARDEN.
A quiet, seasonal space for reconnecting with nature.
No pressure, no expectations -
just calm poetry, photography, and reflections,
from the garden, shared with you.