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The Lather

Welcome to The Lather, your bi-weekly guide to all things luxurious and lather-worthy. In this space, you’ll find product restock updates, exclusive content, and a sneak peek at what’s new and exciting in our world of handcrafted soaps and skin care products.

In each issue of The Lather, we’ll take a deeper dive into the healing properties of our thoughtfully selected natural ingredients, highlighting their key benefits for your skin and well-being. You'll also discover how we’re making a difference by using eco-friendly ingredients and sustainable packaging, ensuring that every product is as kind to the planet as it is to your skin. Plus, stay in the know with exciting product launches, behind-the-scenes insights, and special offers!

These bi-weekly highlights are designed to indulge your senses and transform your self-care routine. Don’t miss out on this vibrant hub of updates and exclusive perks designed just for you!

A smear of white cream on a green background with the shadows of flowers cast over it

A smear of white cream on a green background with the shadows of flowers cast over it

Product Spotlight: Bloom Moisturizing Facial Cream for True Skin Therapy

In a skincare world crowded with instant gratification and overstimulation, Bloom Moisturizing Facial Cream was created to do the opposite. It restores, strengthens, and supports the skin so it can function at its highest level, day after day.

Jan 283 min read

Close-up of a woman's face with a vertical split. Left side is smooth, and right side shows acne. Neutral expression, white background.

Close-up of a woman's face with a vertical split. Left side is smooth, and right side shows acne. Neutral expression, white background.

Healing Acne at the Root: Common Causes, Care, and Proven Natural Treatments

Acne is often treated like a hygiene problem. Wash more. Strip oil. Kill bacteria. Dry everything out and hope for the best. That approach is outdated, and skincare specialists know it. In professional settings, acne is understood as a multifactorial condition, not a surface-level issue.

Jan 124 min read

Burdock root; big green leaves with purple-brown stems, the flowers are green and spiky with a brown mass in the middle.

Burdock root; big green leaves with purple-brown stems, the flowers are green and spiky with a brown mass in the middle.

Botanical Brief No. 57: Burdock Root

Traditionally used for internal detox support, burdock root can be used topically, bringing clarity and balance to the skin. Watch today's Botanical Brief to learn how!

Jan 81 min read

A woman assessing the condition of her skin with a concerned look on her face.

A woman assessing the condition of her skin with a concerned look on her face.

Botanical Brief No. 56: Natural Botanical Skin Barrier Repair

Harsh cleansers, over-exfoliation, pollution, and stress all chip away at your skin's natural defences- your barrier. Watch today's botanical brief to learn about natural botanical barrier repair.

Jan 71 min read

Close up on a field of yellow evening primrose flowers and green grass over a bright, cloudless blue sky

Close up on a field of yellow evening primrose flowers and green grass over a bright, cloudless blue sky

Botanical Brief No. 55: Evening Primrose Oil

Native to North America, evening primrose oil soothes reactive, stressed, or inflamed skin, promoting comfort and calm. Watch today's Botanical Brief to learn more!

Jan 61 min read

Chaste Tree purple flowers grow on a stalk, with the same purple plants blurred out in the background.

Chaste Tree purple flowers grow on a stalk, with the same purple plants blurred out in the background.

Botanical Brief No. 54: Chaste Tree Berry

Chaste Tree Berries have been used for over 2,000 years in Greek and Roman herbal traditions for female hormonal balance. Watch today's Botanical Brief for more fun facts!

Jan 21 min read

Carrots freshly pulled from the garden are piled together on the soft, earthy soil, greenery surrounding them.

Carrots freshly pulled from the garden are piled together on the soft, earthy soil, greenery surrounding them.

Botanical Brief No. 53: Carrot Seed Oil

Steam-distilled from the seeds of wild carrot plants, carrot seed oil contains naturally occurring beta-carotene derivatives, contributing to a subtle radiance-enhancing effect without staining the skin. Watch today's botanical brief for more!

Jan 11 min read

On a table amid lots of greenery and the soft light of the sun, several beakers are full of a light green or brown liquid, and one large beaker has a sprig of rosemary in it.

On a table amid lots of greenery and the soft light of the sun, several beakers are full of a light green or brown liquid, and one large beaker has a sprig of rosemary in it.

Holistic Skincare vs Commercial Skincare

All effective skincare, regardless of philosophy, seeks to support core skin functions. The distinction is not whether these goals exist, but how directly they address the root causes of skin imbalance. Read on to explore how holistic and commercial skincare compare.

Jan 14 min read

Green stalk plant with small red flowers grows amongst plants with red stalks and large green leaves. This is the plant castor oil comes from.

Green stalk plant with small red flowers grows amongst plants with red stalks and large green leaves. This is the plant castor oil comes from.

Botanical Brief No. 52: Castor Oil

Castor oil's use stretches back to ancient Egypt, where it was used for medicinal poultices and cosmetics. Watch today's Botanical Brief to learn more!

Dec 30, 20251 min read

Gold oil dropped slowly from a dropper into a dark amber bottle.

Gold oil dropped slowly from a dropper into a dark amber bottle.

Botanical Brief No. 51: Tamanu Oil

Tamanu oil is one of the few known to support scar and wound healing in folk and clinical literature. Watch today's Botanical Brief to learn more about what this powerful oil can do!

Dec 29, 20251 min read

Splotches of orange and beige water form in craters of a large flat gray rock.

Splotches of orange and beige water form in craters of a large flat gray rock.

Botanical Brief No. 50: Magnesium Chloride

Magnesium Chloride is often sold as magnesium flakes, oil sprays, or bath crystals, and supports a brighter, more even complexion. Learn more about this miracle mineral on today's Botanical Brief!

Dec 24, 20251 min read

Close up of a purple flower petal amongst bright green smooth leaves

Close up of a purple flower petal amongst bright green smooth leaves

Botanical Brief No. 49: Butterfly Pea Flower

Often enjoyed as a tea, butterfly pea flower has many uses in the realm of skincare. Watch today's Botanical Brief to learn more!

Dec 23, 20251 min read

Dark leaves trail across a marble table, atop which sits an amber bottle, its dropper and lid set off to the side, a quarter full of yellow oil, slowly dripping onto the table. To the side of the bottle and dropper is a small wooden plate, full of beeswax beads where a tin full of chapstick rests. Finally, to the far left are two small decorate wood and gold measuring spoons. The leaves intertwine through it all.

Dark leaves trail across a marble table, atop which sits an amber bottle, its dropper and lid set off to the side, a quarter full of yellow oil, slowly dripping onto the table. To the side of the bottle and dropper is a small wooden plate, full of beeswax beads where a tin full of chapstick rests. Finally, to the far left are two small decorate wood and gold measuring spoons. The leaves intertwine through it all.

Farewell to Old Favorites, Hello to New Luxuries

As we approach the new year, Petal & Root is embracing change in the most intentional way: by honoring the beloved products that have served you beautifully while preparing to introduce a fresh wave of offerings designed to elevate your self-care ritual even further.

Dec 17, 20252 min read

swirls of white moisturizing cream

swirls of white moisturizing cream

Introducing Bloom and Nectar: Elevated Ritual for Skin Resilience

Our upcoming Bloom Moisturizing Facial Cream and Nectar Bio-Retinol Undereye Serum expand our natural skincare line with two high performing essentials that fit seamlessly into our full routine that builds toward barrier strength, moisture balance, and long term skin vitality without harsh synthetics. This post is your inside look at what makes Bloom and Nectar stand out.

Dec 3, 20253 min read

on a wooden surface lies a bowl of gray and a bowl of green clay powders, as well as a bowl of hydrated clay powder, to make a clay face mask.

on a wooden surface lies a bowl of gray and a bowl of green clay powders, as well as a bowl of hydrated clay powder, to make a clay face mask.

New Product Launch: Exfoliating Facial Polish

Beginning December 1st, Petal & Root is proud to introduce two new powdered exfoliating facial polishes, each paired with its own hydrating, botanical-based activating elixir. If you crave a luxurious ritual that feels handcrafted and intentional, these are for you.

Nov 19, 20254 min read

Woman receiving a green facial mask application with a brush in a spa setting, lying on a white towel, creating a calm, relaxing mood.

Woman receiving a green facial mask application with a brush in a spa setting, lying on a white towel, creating a calm, relaxing mood.

The Dynamic Duo: Activated Charcoal & Bentonite Clay

These two natural purifiers have earned a cult following for their ability to deeply cleanse and balance the skin; but what’s fact, what’s folklore, and how can you use them for the best results? Let’s take a closer look at the real benefits, origins, and smart ways to use this powerful pair.

Nov 5, 20253 min read

Hands prepare herbal tea, adding herbs to a steaming orange cup on a wooden table with jars and a kettle. Warm, cozy atmosphere.

Hands prepare herbal tea, adding herbs to a steaming orange cup on a wooden table with jars and a kettle. Warm, cozy atmosphere.

Embracing Herbalism: A Journey into Natural Healing

Herbalism is not only practical; it is a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern science. For those ready to take action, the following Herbalism Starter Checklist and recommended Reading List provides a step-by-step approach to growing, preparing, and learning about herbs safely and sustainably.

Oct 22, 20255 min read

A hand gloved in white latex holds a petri dish with obvious bacterial growth over a solid black background. Two small pills lie on the petri dish with one having a ring around it where no bacteria is growing, implying that this pill either kills bacteria or that bacteria avoids it.

A hand gloved in white latex holds a petri dish with obvious bacterial growth over a solid black background. Two small pills lie on the petri dish with one having a ring around it where no bacteria is growing, implying that this pill either kills bacteria or that bacteria avoids it.

Herbal Medicine vs. Antibiotics: Why Science Is Circling Back

Can herbal medicine offer a credible alternative or complement to antibiotic treatments against increasingly resistant bacteria? Find out in this week's "The Lather" post.

Oct 8, 20255 min read

Orange berries on a branch with slender leaves, warmly lit by sunlight. The blurred background creates a soft, autumnal atmosphere. This is Sea Buckthorn.

Orange berries on a branch with slender leaves, warmly lit by sunlight. The blurred background creates a soft, autumnal atmosphere. This is Sea Buckthorn.

Embrace Nature's Wisdom with Petal & Root Evening Renewal Facial Elixir

Today we’re breaking down five of our Evening Renewal Facial Elixir's star ingredients: bakuchiol, pomegranate seed oil, sea buckthorn, meadowfoam seed oil, and camellia seed oil.

Sep 23, 20254 min read

Diagram comparing normal and damaged skin. Shows allergens and viruses on skin layers, with moisture loss in damaged skin. Labels in red.

Diagram comparing normal and damaged skin. Shows allergens and viruses on skin layers, with moisture loss in damaged skin. Labels in red.

Your Skin Barrier: The Future of Skincare

Learn how to repair a damaged skin barrier with a simple routine, what to avoid, and how long healing takes. Gentle, consistent care can restore healthy, resilient skin.

Aug 26, 20254 min read

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