Staff Picks: Summertime! 😎☀️
Ellen Recommends: Josh Rosebrook Herbal Infusion Oil
Have you tried this beautiful 2-in-1 oil yet? It's a SUPER moisturizing face oil as well as your cleansing oil! This facial oil is formulated with fresh plant extracts made in-house and is designed to replenish the skin barrier. It's suitable for all skin types and conditions! In fact, Josh Rosebrook says it's formulated without any blemish-triggering ingredients. I personally love to use it when performing gua sha. It gives you the most beautiful glide! If you're curious about this oil please ask us for a sample. I'd love for you to try it :)
Mike Recommends: Healthy Truth - Organic Sprouted Pizza Almonds
I am a creature of heat. When it gets sunny and hot, I yearn for the outdoors. But, as one might conclude, it takes a lot of energy to go out in the heat and do things. Sure, hydration will help, but you need fuel to have all the fun that summer contains! What if, dear reader, that fuel was delicious? Enter: Pizzalmonds. Exquisite, AND they keep you moving during your summer time activities? Sign me up! And, naturally, I picked the bigger size. Who wants to run out of fuel in the great outdoors?
Tom Recommends: Megafood Fast Acting Turmeric
Staying functional on my feet is very important for me to enjoy my favorite summertime activities. Megafood Fast Acting Turmeric has clinically studied Tamaflex, which has 1,000 milligrams of curcuminoids per serving, helping keep my joints flexible and comfortable during and after physical exertion. Clinically studied BioPerine Black Pepper is added to help with absorption. Furthermore, due to its anti-inflammatory properties, Fast Acting Turmeric also helps boost my cognition and mood.
Rose Recommends: Taste Nirvana Coconut Water
I never really understood the coconut water hype until I tried the Taste Nirvana brand. It's unbelievably delicious and is a refreshing and hydrating beverage to enjoy on a hot day. I especially love their version with pulp (which we carry small bottles of) but as we head into the heat of summer, I want a large bottle in my fridge at all times to help me recover after being out and about in the sun. Cheers!
Ashley Recommends: Saffiyah Botanicals Purifying Shampoo
Finding yourself needing extra lather-rinse-repeat cycles with your favorite shampoo and still feeling your hair and scalp are not as clean as you would like? Might be time to let a clarifying shampoo take a turn to really clear away any stubborn buildup your regular shampoo has left behind. Saffiyah Botanicals Purifying Shampoo is here for you whenever you need. Clarify to get that fresh hair feeling as needed. High quality, local business - you can't go wrong!
Amber Recommends: Fresh Fizz Soda Jalapeno Limeade
Hot take, hear me out: vegetables belong in more beverages. On a scorching summer day, a well-placed hit of jalapeño combined with a tangy kick of lime makes this soda a gustatory standout among shelves of fruit-forward flavors. Imagine sipping a frosty glass of this limeade garnished with mint, waves of heat rolling off the pavement as the ice cubes clink in your glass. Peak summer beverage vibes? I think so.
Rachel Recommends: Rainbow Henna Powder - Red
The sun is out and it's begging for bright, colorful, shiny hair! I love the Rainbow Henna Powder in Red for this, because it's a single-ingredient plant-based product that brings out the reddish tones and glossiness in my hair. I mix the henna with Rooibos tea (which we have in the bulk section), rather than plain hot water, to enhance the vibrancy of the color -- their website has helpful information with tips like this to achieve the best results. Avoid using products with essential oils on your hair if you want the henna to last as long as possible! I recommend using the J.R. Liggett's Bar Shampoo - Moisturizing Formula while you enjoy your beautiful red locks.
Sara Recommends: Superieur Electrolytes
A sugar free, whole plant, whole mineral electrolyte. The taste is subtle and doesn't overpower your drink. Best thing is you can add it to any drink for an extra hydrated experience, like this peach mango with iced tea!
Nini Recommends: African Market Basket - Oval Leather Handle
Beautiful and hardworking—these baskets do it all! I use mine for everything: farmers‑market hauls, home garden harvests, foraging adventures, and everyday errands. Handmade in Bolgatanga, Ghana, each basket supports the healthcare, education, and financial stability for over 5,000 talented artisans and their families. Some uses that come to mind while I admire each unique basket are: toy storage, laundry, beach bags, fruit bowls, craft supplies... the possibilities are endless! They weave charming color and texture into any outfit or space, inviting us to celebrate the hands that crafted them and treasure them all the more.
Allison Recommends: Jane Iredale PurePressed Foundation Powder
I love wearing this product in the summer because it has spf 20. It provides a light coverage (that is buildable) and is great paired over a regular or tinted sunscreen. It's also a great option for reapplying spf throughout the day! My shade of the Jane Iredale PurePressed Foundation is Warm Sienna. Come in and have one of our team members color match you!
Dev Recommends: Ghia Le Spritz Lime & Salt Soda
Truly the perfect beach beverage. If you're feeling experimental, one of my favorite summer treats is to pour a can of this over freshly sliced mango for an added kick. Delicioso!
Sarah Recommends: Strange Water Sparkling Coconut Water
Where has this been all my life? I love the idea of coconut water but I'm not always a fan of the taste. Who knew that all it needed was bubbles? Doubly refreshing and perfect for summer. Also - can we talk about the adorable can? 5 stars all around.
Caleb Recommends: Ursa Major Fortifying Gel Moisturizer
Ah, the sun. 🌞 Now that it’s time to soak it up— it’s also time to take care of our skin. Ursa Major’s Gel Moisturizer is perfect for these warmer months; it’s light, not oily, and the aloe is great for after sun care. Pair it with the Essential Face Tonic and you have a light and effective face care routine for the spring and summer.
Daisy Recommends: Apis Apotheca - Bounce House
The sun is fun!! But after a full day under it, you might feel drained—especially your skin. You might need a skin reboot to help it bounce back, and Apis Apotheca has just the thing. This mask promises to restore your skin's "juiciness" using a blend of herbs grown on their very own farm in the Hudson Valley. Handcrafted with intention, the plant powders are preserved in an infused oil to keep them at peak freshness, delivering a concentrated "garden-fresh facial" right at home. And a little goes a long way—just mix a small scoop with some water in your palm, apply an even layer, and leave it on for about 30 minutes. What's wonderful (besides the skin benefits) is that it doesn't dry down and leave my skin feeling tight while I wait to wash it off. Instead, it feels hydrating from start to finish, and I love how it leaves my skin feeling renewed and ready for more summer fun.
Victoria Recommends: Sprout Living Fiber Powder - Organic Prebiotic Inulin Artichoke
Your digestion is super important for your overall wellbeing. Some even say it's the most important thing! This inulin powder adds fiber (5 grams in 1 teaspoon!) and nourishment for our gut bacteria to thrive. It's just 1 ingredient, Jerusalem Artichoke!
Shannon Recommends: Fat & The Moon Pimple Mud
This is my go-to spot treatment when I feel a breakout coming! I dab it on for about 10-20 minutes until it's dried and then gently clean it off with a damp towel. The bentonite clay helps draw out impurities and clear clogged pores which can leave the skin feeling dry so I follow up with my favorite hydrosol or moisturizer! FATM loves to make their products multi-purpose so you can use this to help draw out splinters and on bug bites! I've been putting in on my arms to help with Keratosis pilaris!
Emily Recommends: evanhealy Sheer Mineral Sunscreen, SPF30
I plan on spending as much time outside as possible this summer - El Niño be darned! To protect my face during morning walks in the sunshine, and evening picnics in the park, and weekend beach days, my go-to is this light, delightful, broad-spectrum sunscreen from evanhealy!