This shop, dedicated to creating natural skin care products without the use of synthetic chemicals, is based in Maryland. A background in natural science and work in scientific research for years lead me to embrace nature in its basic form as the best approach to beauty, physical and emotional health and prosperity. After leaving the scientific research field, I was compelled to create a line of products with minimal ingredients and pronounceable names - basic, pure and wholesome. Most of the herbs I use in my products are organically grown in my own garden, here in sunny Maryland! The herbs I don't grow, I order from reputable suppliers. My beehives produce the bee products I incorporate into the soap and salves. Together, the herbs and the bees are the main source of my inspiration! Here are the benefits of using natural soap and skin products: 1. Safe (no exposure to known toxins) 2. Gentle moisturizing and cleansing effect 3. No dry, flaky, itchy skin 4. No broad non-specific allergies (with the exception of possible known allergic reactions to specific natural ingredients in the products) 5. Luxurious experience of natural scents and nurturing oils 6. Better for the environment (no toxic run off) 7. Try it and you will never go to conventional skin products again!