A Maker's Field Guide to Botanical Skincare
 
Twenty-two pages of working knowledge for anyone who wants to make their own skin and body care from plants.
This guide covers the practical foundations: facial oil formulation, solar and stovetop herb infusions, dilution ratios for essential oils, oral care, household preparations, and the material reasoning behind each. It is written for people who want to understand why a formula works, not just follow a recipe.
 
It also covers sourcing — how to research an ingredient's ecological status, why fair trade matters for globally traded botanicals like frankincense and vanilla, and how to read an IUCN species report.
 
Designed for beginners who are serious about the craft.
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