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The Willow Journal

The Magic of Herbal Constituents: Plant Chemistry with Lisa Ganora

The Magic of Herbal Constituents: Plant Chemistry with Lisa Ganora

Phytochemistry doesn’t have to feel intimidating. Herbalist and educator Lisa Ganora breaks down plant constituents in a way that’s accessible, inspiring, and rooted in relationship. Read on to learn how understanding plant chemistry can transform the way you make and use herbal medicine.

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Herbs for Summer Wellness

Herbs for Summer Wellness

Discover how to stay cool, hydrated, and nourished with herbs this summer. This seasonal guide shares plant allies, easy recipes, and holistic tips to support your body and skin through the heat—so you can thrive, not wilt, in the season of light.

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Plant-Led Formulation: The Spirit Behind Leaf People Skincare

Plant-Led Formulation: The Spirit Behind Leaf People Skincare

If you have been into the apothecary, you know that we have carried Leaf People Skincare for over a decade. In a recent podcast episode, Elliott sat down with Julie Williams to talk herbal formulation, but what unfolded was a much deeper journey into plant spirit, ritual, and creating skincare as sacred offering. This blog unpacks her one-of-a-kind approach to plant-led formulation, vibrational medicine, and creating skincare as ceremony.

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