Staff Picks: Winter Wellbeing!

Zach Recommends: ESW Face Masks

Self-care can look like a lot of things - being in community, eating nourishing food, and rest to name a few. A big part of my self-care is being intentional in making time to care for my body. These ESW brand sheet masks are a wonderful ritual for me - with different active ingredients and scents they replenish dry winter skin.

Ellie Recommends: Terracotta Eczema Body Butter - Yuzu Blossom + Hinoki

Need help soothing irritated skin during the cold and dry winter months? Terracotta's eczema soothing body butter might be just the thing you need. It has worked wonders to hydrate my skin and build up a barrier so I don't need to moisturize again as soon. Give it a try!

Caleb Recommends: Cambridge Naturals Brand Ginger Zinger

Cambridge Naturals Ginger Zinger is one of my go-to, always have at home, winter remedies. Mix a table spoon in hot water and you have a soothing, warming drink to support immunity and digestion. 

Rose Recommends: Weleda Skin Food Body Butter

I love all of the Weleda Skin Food products and in the winter I turn to Weleda's body butter to help my skin stay hydrated. Even though it's thick, it's non-greasy and goes on smoothly. I find that it's especially effective after a bath or shower to help lock in moisture. The thing I most love about it though is its scent. It has these delicious citrusy and earthy notes, and while it's not cloying at all, it does subtly linger and it makes me feel like I'm in an orchard or a garden, even though in reality I'm hiding under the blankets trying to escape from the cold. The scent is hard to explain- you'll just have to come in and try it for yourself! 

Ellen Recommends: Urban Pharm - Blueberry and Basil Shrub 200ml

If you're looking for your next "Dry January" N/A bev, make sure to check out Urban Pharm's Wild Blueberry & Basil Shrub! It's made from raw apple cider vinegar, honey, wild blueberries and basil... so delicious! Gut friendly and packed with flavor, you'll find yourself repurchasing every other week or so. The best part? It's locally made and woman-owned. Just mix with sparkling water of your choice and voilà! The it girl mocktail of 2026. Cheers!

Emily Recommends: Cambridge Naturals Brand Astragalus Tincture

I made the silly mistake this winter of temporarily forgetting that this is my all-time favorite herbal extract, and got hit with pesky seasonal illnesses twice in short succession. But hey, new year, new opportunities abound to recommit to my daily dose. This adaptogenic Traditional Chinese Medicine herb is a powerhouse for immune support! A little bit in warm water every morning is my go-to remedy for keeping the sneezes at bay. New year, less sniffly me!

Rachel Recommends: Wild Carrot Herbals - Vanilla Bean Luscious Face Cream

Wild Carrot is a new-to-us skincare brand, and I've been loving the aptly-named Luscious Face Cream. It has both vanilla flower and tonka bean extracts, which along with cocoa seed butter give it a rich, light scent that matches the texture. This cream is almost like a hot chocolate hug for your face, and absorbs so nicely, leaving you soft and moisturized. If you're looking for face care that can withstand the winter and keep your skin nourished and cozy, try this!

Laura Recommends: Big Dipper Celebration Tapers and Danica Unscented Tapers

What better way to survive a New England Winter than to romanticize it! In order to do so, I am burning through taper candles like crazy this season... literally. Lately, I am particularly in love with the Danica 9" tapers which come in a vibrant variety of colors and burn for 7.5 hrs (at a very affordable price point while still utilizing premium waxes). I also adore the endearingly stout 5" 10 pack of beeswax tapers from Big Dipper. These burn for 5 hours each and naturally have a honey like aroma. Join me in cozy contemplation!!

Ashley Recommends: Rest Deck by Tricia Hersey

Rest is radical. If you are looking to change up your current routine, make bite size changes, or are a collector of all things mindful -- te Rest Deck is one to consider in you grounding and mindful practices. The cards are beautiful, easy to digest, and a pleasure to use. We are not determine by our productivity. No matter what you envision for yourself, in this season of change, remember to rest.

Nini Recommends: Ghia Le Spritz Lime & Salt

January always feels like a fresh start—the perfect time to build new habits with a mix of excitement and determination. One of my goals this year is to cut back on drinking, but wow, the ubiquitous social pressure can be real. That’s where Ghia swoops in with their flavorful, non‑alcoholic spritzes. You still get that satisfying crack of opening a can and all the fun, familiar flavors—just without the alcohol.

My go‑to is the Lime & Salt spritz. I grab a few before meeting up with friends so I can stay in the moment without compromising my goals or my health. I even bring extras now because a bunch of my friends are on the same path and love trying out new flavors!

Robin Recommends: Ethical Global Dryer Balls

I'm new to dryer balls, and I love them. They are colorful and fun, they help cut down on static (no more dryer sheets, thank you), sustainable, and really fluff up my towels and clothing. Besides, what's better than pulling a clean load of laundry from a warm dryer on a cold winter's day?

Sarah Recommends: Nopalera Perfume Sprays

In the dreary winter season, I find fragrance to be a simple way to lift my spirits.  Nopalera makes it impossible to choose a favorite between their three perfume sprays.  Luckily, their travel sizes mean you don't have to!  Inspired my the Mexican landscape, Nopalera has a fragrance for everyone.  Earthy, floral, fresh, light, bold - you name it there's one for you. Not a fan of spraying on your fragrance?  They also make body lotions, hand lotions and body wash. I simply cannot live without them. (OK...I could live without them.... but why would I want to??)

Molly Recommends: Thulisa Naturals Eucalyptus Shower Steamers

Whether you're battling a cold or just want to make you shower feel like a fancy spa, these eucalyptus shower steamers are a versatile winter favorite. If you don't have a bathtub but still want the steamy and luxurious experience of a bath bomb, these are a great option, as you simply place the steamer on the floor of your shower and allow the water to release the aromatic steam. These aromatherapy steamers are made with eucalyptus, peppermint and sweet orange essential oils to sooth and refresh. They also make a great gift!

Amber Recommends: Marin Tinted Lip Treatment - Cranberry

My bike is my only method of transportation, and it can get unpleasant in winter weather. Marin's lip treatment is made with marine glycoproteins (a natural byproduct of Maine's lobster industry), and it's one of the only products I've found that helps heal my chapped, wind-burned lips. I'd also like to give a shoutout to the brand for actually using models with eczema in their advertising -- representation matters!

Dev Recommends: Olbas Aromatherapy & Massage Oil

~Easy breathe-y dutiful Olbas Oil~ But in all seriousness, Olbas oil and Olbas products in general are among my respiratory support heroes during the long, dry, congested months of winter. It's versatile enough to use as a soothing inhalant, massage oil, or in a humidifier compatible with essential oils. Your lungs and muscles will thank you! (A variation of the oil is also available in a convenient travel inhaler form!) 

Sara Recommends: Host Defense Breathe Respiratory Support

If you are prone to respiratory issues during these dry winter months I highly recommend this tincture on a daily basis. Taken daily, this blend of functional mushrooms helps support immune function and lung health.

Mike Recommends: Jahmu Turmeric Chocolate Chai

It's cold again. I am not a fan. But, thanks to being here, I am constantly finding new and exciting ways to fend off the slush and frozen rain and BLEH. This year? It's this delectable mix of turmeric, chocolate, and chai! The caffeine will keep me going until the sun decides to stay out past 5pm. The chocolate is a little sweet treat that I think we all enjoy during winter. The turmeric and chai? They bring everything together, and make this a delectable drink that I'll probably enjoy year round!

Allison Recommends: Urban Moonshine Immune Zoom

I'm not much of a warm beverage drinker, so I like to make myself a little immune mocktail for the long winter evenings. I layer Urban Moonshine's Immune Zoom and the Cambridge Naturals Echinacea Alcohol Free Tincture with seltzer, pour over ice and call it a night. 

Tom Recommends: CV Sciences Pain Cream - +CBD 1000mg Penetrating Pain Cream

The feeling of applying this generously dosed topical CBD makes it evident why humans have used CBD for pain relief for thousands of years. Add in the plant power of menthol and camphor plus the other ingredients that are safe enough to meet our high skincare ingredient standards and the result is pain relief I really feel. It smells great, the compact size makes it easy for travel use, and it enters the skin quickly upon application. 

Shannon Recommends: Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Throat Drops in Lemon

Interested in trying out the benefits of Manuka honey before investing in a full jar? Try Wedderspoon's Organic Manuka Honey Throat Drops! Harvested exclusively in New Zealand, Manuka honey is known around the world as a superfood for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and immune boosting benefits! I highly recommend trying these if you're struggling with a dry cough. I like the lemon flavor best!

Victoria Recommends: Malama Mushrooms Hot Cocoa Mix

A warm cup is all I need at the end of my day, and when it tastes like delicious chocolate (which is an antioxidant powerhouse) - that makes it even better. On top of it being delicious, it's also full of amazing medicinal mushrooms that support everything from sleep, stress, immunity, skin health, you get the point! Warm Cup + Deliciousness + Healthy Ingredients = Happy You! 

Sarah (also!) Recommends: RA Cosmetics Batana Oil

Move over Coconut Oil... there's a new moisturizer in town! Ra's Honduran Batana Oil provides deep nourishment to scalp and hair.  Used as a daily treatment (or weekly hair mask as suggested by members of our team!), Batana oil is known for strengthening, repairing and boosting shine. As a total moisture fanatic, I learned it's also an incredible skin moisturizer (though after some trial and error I suggest mixing it with another oil / butter before applying because a little goes a long way). Its nutty, smoky aroma  is a lovely complement to the chilly winter season.