Sharing our favorite products for this season of sniffles, frigid temps, and long nights!
Sarah
Shikai Cucumber Melon Body Lotion
Winter weather for me means lotion lotion lotion! Although I love heavy body butters, they are usually too greasy to put on right before getting dressed. I love this Shikai Body lotion because it absorbs quickly and doesn't leave any greasiness behind. Cucumber Melon is not only a super fresh scent which brightens any gloomy day, but it reminds me of lotions I used in the 90's. Total Nostalgia.
Amber
Lake Champlain Traditional Hot Chocolate
I am a devotee of hot chocolate during the winter months, and Lake Champlain makes the best I've ever had. Rich and satisfying without being too bitter, it also serves as a great base to customize the flavor with your favorite herbs and spices. I like to add a pinch of ground cardamom, cloves, or smoked salt for a truly luxurious hot chocolate experience!
Nora
Herbs Etc Deep Sleep Non-Alcohol Tincture
It's easy for me to lose track of my bedtime in the winter when 5pm and 5am feel almost identical. I can't deny, though, that keeping a semi-regular sleep schedule is essential for my physical and mental health. Taking a herbal sleep tincture as part of my evening routine, like this lovely blend from Herbs Etc, can be very supportive for getting me to bed at a reasonable hour, especially when I take it at the same time every night. This blend has a potent combination of soothing sedative herbs including passionflower, california poppy, milky oat, and valerian - plus, it's a non-alcoholic glycerite, without the sting of alcohol-based extracts. Sleep well!
Brenden
Host Defense MyCommunity Comprehensive Immune Support Blend Extract
My go to this time of year is the Host Defense MyCommunity liquid extract. What is it? It's and incredible variety of medicinal mushrooms that may promote the immune system’s natural ability to communicate and react, encouraging a healthy and balanced immune response. Taking a dropper a day just may keep the telehealth call away.
Emily
Evanhealy Vetiver Hinoki Body Oil
'Tis the season for dry, itchy, flaky skin, ugh!! - but with this luxurious body oil from our beloved evanhealy, no more! I absolutely adore the scent - warm and woodsy, it lifts my spirits on even the cloudiest of days like a cozy embrace. I apply right after a shower, and it leaves my skin silky smooth all day long!
Shannon
Acure Vivacious Volume Shampoo & Conditioner
One of my winter woes is dry, staticky hair, but because I have very fine hair, hydrating conditioners tend to weigh it down. This shampoo & conditioner combo leaves my hair feeling soft and silky all day long, plus the mint & echinacea add a refreshing scent boost!
Dev
Baraka Dry Nose Hydrating Oil Blend
If you, like me, suffer from raw skin in and around your nostrils in the cold--not helped by constant tissue use!--then this unassuming little bottle is a life-saver. It has been and will continue to be a permanent fixture in my bathroom cabinet during dry-aired winter months.
Caleb
Urban Moonshine Immune Zoom
I'm so excited to have this product is back on our shelves! I love and use Urban Moonshine's whole line of herbal products including their bitters but Immune Zoom sits atop my list. It's my go-to for when I start to feel achey or a tickle in my throat. Made of echinacea, elderberry, elderflower, ginger, and cayenne and lightly sweetened with honey, it is a potent herbal remedy and tastes great too. I like to mix it with warm water and drink it as a tea!
Mike
Winter is treacherous for one's health, that much is true. The cold and the snow conspire against us, seeping into our bones and making our noses both dry and runny via some arcane magic that no one wants. A solid defense against such dark arts begins with the basics: a good multivitamin! This one in particular is my favorite because it's easy to swallow and isn't particularly targeted towards anyone, which means it's useful for everyone! Sure, you can add in your echinacea, your elderberry, and whatever else staves off the cold, but these are all aided by the solid foundation of the Basic Multivitamin. Safe travels out there, and may your immune systems come out victorious against the winter sicknesses!
Alina:
You know that wintry feeling of only being able to breathe out of one nostril? Feel that no more! One deep inhale of Olba's menthol + peppermint vapors are sure to open that nasal passageway right up and help soothe sinus discomfort. This pocket-sized powerhouse is truly the best thing I could recommend to someone seeking immediate relief!
Vicki
A refreshing and moisturizing toner - so moisturizing that at times I don't need to apply anything after using this (although mixing it with the Indie Lee Squalane oil is much recommended!). Amongst many amazing ingredients: CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant and the Hyaluronic Acid provides lasting moisture, binding up to 1,000 times its weight in water. Great for all skin types, and loved by many Cambridge Naturals team members. BOTH COME IN TRAVEL SIZES, perfect for testing them out!
Allison
Echinacea Tincture Alcohol-Free
It feels like I'm always on the verge of cold in the winter months, so I like to use the Echinacea Alcohol Free Tincture a few times throughout the week. I feel like it keeps my immune systems engaged which is much needed this time of year! I mix it with juice or seltzer and sip on it throughout the evening. You can also add it to warm beverages as well!
Sally
Badger - Sore Muscle Rub
I find that during the winter cold, snowy, icy months, I am walking around a little bit more cautiously trying to not slip and fall. Sometimes at the end of the day I am feeling very tight and cold in my muscles. The Sore Muscle Rub from Badger organic warming balm is a perfect solution. This rub is in a lovely organic olive oil base with Castor seed oil and Beeswax with several wonderful oils including Cayenne & Ginger which you can really feel penetrating and relaxing your muscles when you massage into your skin. I use this as well on a daily basis on my knees that just always feel stiff. Be cautious around sensitive skin areas, this balm is seriously fierce...in a good way!
Daisy
Evanhealy Whipped Shea Butter for Lips
Over the years, I’ve tried several different types of lip balm since I always like to have one in my pocket or bag year-round. However, it wasn't until trying the Evanhealy Whipped Shea Butter for Lips that I found one I truly love. Made with moisturizing organic Shea Butter and Argan Oil, it’s truly a must-have, especially during the dry, cold months of winter.
Marissa
Maude Burn Massage Candle Unscented
Whether you're looking to spark romance or give your skin some love in a new form, Maude's massage candle is sure to bring warmth this winter. Bonus: No overwhelming scent- just pure moisture.
Rose
Little Seed Farm Goat Milk Bar Soap - Rosemary Mint Scrub
I've never been particularly picky about the soap I use, but that all changed when I started working at Cambridge Naturals. This soap in particular has become a favorite of mine, and it's especially lovely to use in the winter given its slightly rougher texture which is great for exfoliation. I love this scent too- the mint and rosemary are subtle and invigorating and it leaves your skin feeling clean, smooth, and minty fresh! Makes a great gift too- can't resist the adorable goats on the packaging!