Make the Switch to Wellness Skin Care

Our bodies are renewing every single day, giving us new opportunities to make changes that bring positivity to our lives. I am honored to assist you with your skin care habit changes that can make such a great impact to your wellbeing. Holistic encompasses your entire being, physical and mental. Choosing skin care that brings about positivity to your life will enhance your life in many ways.  

Why is it important? First off, your skin is our biggest organ. What you put on your skin is absorbed by your body, for better or for worst. What do you want to give your body? You have the opportunity to choose small batch, handcrafted (hello, intentional quality control) skin care focusing on locally sourced ingredients boasting with vitamins and minerals. We use lots of local farm tallow (read more about why, here), locally grown herbs, and third party tested quality essential oils from Plant Therapy. 

Many skincare products contain ingredients that may be harmful to health, often referred to as toxins. These chemicals can be absorbed through the skin, potentially disrupting hormones, causing allergies, or even contributing to long-term health issues.

Common toxic ingredients to watch out for include:

• Parabens – Preservatives linked to hormone disruption.
• Phthalates – Often found in fragrances, they may interfere with reproductive health.
• Sulfates (SLS/SLES) – Foaming agents that can irritate skin and eyes.
• Formaldehyde – A preservative and carcinogen.
• Synthetic Fragrances – Can contain hundreds of unlisted chemicals, some of which may cause allergic reactions.
• Oxybenzone – Found in sunscreens, it’s linked to hormone disruption.

 What will you find in Gratitude Farm skin care? I am so glad you asked! Here are some of our favorite ingredients to use! With pride, we source local, fresh, and straight from the farm as much as we can.

1. Tallow 

• Rich in Nutrients: Tallow is packed with vitamins A, D, E, and K, which nourish and repair the skin.
• Highly Compatible with Skin: Its fatty acid profile closely resembles human skin, making it easily absorbed and deeply moisturizing without clogging pores.
• Restoring Properties: It helps restore the skin barrier, making it ideal for dry, damaged, or sensitive skin.
• Natural and Chemical-Free: Pure tallow is free from harmful additives found in many commercial moisturizers.

2. Herb-Infused Oils

• Herbal Benefits: Herbs like calendula, comfrey, and plantain provide anti-inflammatory and soothing effects.
• Gentle and Nourishing: Infusing oils like olive or jojoba with herbs extracts their nutrients and restorative properties, making them gentle for all skin types.

3. Essential Oils

• Potent Plant Extracts: Essential oils like lavender and frankincense are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Targeted Benefits:
  • Tea Tree – Fights acne and bacteria.
  • Lavender – Soothes irritation and can reduces redness.
  • Frankincense – Supports skin regeneration and has anti-aging properties.
• Aromatherapy Effects: Beyond skin benefits, they also promote relaxation and stress relief, which can improve overall skin health.

Thank you again for trusting us with the big job of helping you care for your skin! We are so honored you are choosing to trust us with a portion of your health. We do not take the job lightly, and fight hard to provide you with the very best!