- The Intention
- The Ingredients
- The Ritual
- The Live Botanical Story
A long-wearing lip treatment to soften dry lips and protect delicate skin from chapping during the colder seasons, this beautiful balm improves suppleness as it reduces any discomfort. Infused with a hint of delicious cacao butter and alluring jasmine to bring little moments of joy when applying, it conditions using nutritive butters and oils that absorb to repair cracks, as well as a thoughtful blend of waxes and plant sterols to form an effective barrier to prevent water loss. And with a comforting aroma of warm, dark chocolate notes that meld with a delicate, floral essence of jasmine, this balm will become your new daily favorite.
15ml
44% regionally sourced
jojoba oil*^, cacao butter*#, coconut oil*#, jasmine wax & extract*, beeswax*^, pomegranate sterols, castor oil*#, and rosemary co2 extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fairtrade/co-op
A little pot with many possibilities…
- Apply a thick layer to lips day or night to repair or to simply soften and plump.
- Can be used on the facial skin to protect from more intensive dryness. Use as you would with any balm to seal in hydration as a final step in your ritual.
- As a pomade, a tiny amount can be applied to brows or beards to smooth and shape.
- Though incredibly mild, it can be used as aromatherapy. Apply a small amount to the top of your hands or wrist and breathe deeply to inhale the scent. This is a lovely step to use what’s left on your finger after applying the balm elsewhere.
Founded by deeply-studied and wealth-of-knowledge herbalist Carolyn McRory in 2016, Live Botanical started its journey as a dream that formed over 20 years ago. The heart of Live Botanical is the intense desire to connect more with Mother Nature and share her beauty and wisdom with others; and Carolyn believes the path to a more sustainable society is to encourage ideas of conservation through compassion: we must see ourselves in nature and nature within ourselves to change mindsets. Through herbal-based skincare, Carolyn is able to tell a story to help forge a relationship with the many wonders of the natural world. With vivid botanical imagery and products designed for personal care, she hopes we are reminded every day of the beauty in the world and, more importantly, the beauty that lives within each of us.
Live Botanical’s philosophy is based upon four guiding principles: to live beautiful, to live fresh, to live responsible, and to live simple.
To Live Beautiful - Formulas are rooted in creating balance and harmony, and to enhance what makes each of us unique because they believe that loving who we are at this moment and following our intuition is where beauty begins.
To Live Fresh – Whole plant infusions, botanical extracts, unrefined oils, waxes, and butters are at the core of every product. Infusions and extracts are created in-house in their Portland, Oregon studio. And they start with locally- and regionally-sourced fresh herbs from small farms or their own micro-garden that they dry in house (instead of purchasing pre-dried herbs) as much as possible to ensure the potency and quality meets their high standards. They also source with an idea of using abundant herbs to limit their impact on the earth.
To Live Responsible - Both environmental and social responsibility are value statements they hold dear in every decision made. Sourcing follows strict guidelines, and ingredients not obtained regionally are fair-trade certified (when applicable). They work with farmers and producers who follow organic guidelines or ethical wildharvesting using rules outlined by United Plant Savers. Oils, butters, and waxes must be GMO free and unrefined or minimally refined depending on formulation requirements. Preservatives and lab-based ingredients are researched extensively for environmental impact and personal safety. They also actively give back to organizations who honor environmental stewardship and who work to uplift marginalized communities relating to equality and justice.
To Live Simple - They embrace the art of slow living by taking time to connect more with plants and customers to impart feelings of love, patience, and acceptance. Products are crafted to bridge current knowledge and traditional wisdom into every formula. They consider themselves anti-capitalists. This means they remain purposefully small with extremely low overhead to ensure products are affordable and markups are as low as possible. Their goals are based in the love of nature and helping others connect to the outside world.
The Intention
A long-wearing lip treatment to soften dry lips and protect delicate skin from chapping during the colder seasons, this beautiful balm improves suppleness as it reduces any discomfort. Infused with a hint of delicious cacao butter and alluring jasmine to bring little moments of joy when applying, it conditions using nutritive butters and oils that absorb to repair cracks, as well as a thoughtful blend of waxes and plant sterols to form an effective barrier to prevent water loss. And with a comforting aroma of warm, dark chocolate notes that meld with a delicate, floral essence of jasmine, this balm will become your new daily favorite.
15ml
The Ingredients
44% regionally sourced
jojoba oil*^, cacao butter*#, coconut oil*#, jasmine wax & extract*, beeswax*^, pomegranate sterols, castor oil*#, and rosemary co2 extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fairtrade/co-op
The Ritual
A little pot with many possibilities…
- Apply a thick layer to lips day or night to repair or to simply soften and plump.
- Can be used on the facial skin to protect from more intensive dryness. Use as you would with any balm to seal in hydration as a final step in your ritual.
- As a pomade, a tiny amount can be applied to brows or beards to smooth and shape.
- Though incredibly mild, it can be used as aromatherapy. Apply a small amount to the top of your hands or wrist and breathe deeply to inhale the scent. This is a lovely step to use what’s left on your finger after applying the balm elsewhere.
The Live Botanical Story
Founded by deeply-studied and wealth-of-knowledge herbalist Carolyn McRory in 2016, Live Botanical started its journey as a dream that formed over 20 years ago. The heart of Live Botanical is the intense desire to connect more with Mother Nature and share her beauty and wisdom with others; and Carolyn believes the path to a more sustainable society is to encourage ideas of conservation through compassion: we must see ourselves in nature and nature within ourselves to change mindsets. Through herbal-based skincare, Carolyn is able to tell a story to help forge a relationship with the many wonders of the natural world. With vivid botanical imagery and products designed for personal care, she hopes we are reminded every day of the beauty in the world and, more importantly, the beauty that lives within each of us.
Live Botanical’s philosophy is based upon four guiding principles: to live beautiful, to live fresh, to live responsible, and to live simple.
To Live Beautiful - Formulas are rooted in creating balance and harmony, and to enhance what makes each of us unique because they believe that loving who we are at this moment and following our intuition is where beauty begins.
To Live Fresh – Whole plant infusions, botanical extracts, unrefined oils, waxes, and butters are at the core of every product. Infusions and extracts are created in-house in their Portland, Oregon studio. And they start with locally- and regionally-sourced fresh herbs from small farms or their own micro-garden that they dry in house (instead of purchasing pre-dried herbs) as much as possible to ensure the potency and quality meets their high standards. They also source with an idea of using abundant herbs to limit their impact on the earth.
To Live Responsible - Both environmental and social responsibility are value statements they hold dear in every decision made. Sourcing follows strict guidelines, and ingredients not obtained regionally are fair-trade certified (when applicable). They work with farmers and producers who follow organic guidelines or ethical wildharvesting using rules outlined by United Plant Savers. Oils, butters, and waxes must be GMO free and unrefined or minimally refined depending on formulation requirements. Preservatives and lab-based ingredients are researched extensively for environmental impact and personal safety. They also actively give back to organizations who honor environmental stewardship and who work to uplift marginalized communities relating to equality and justice.
To Live Simple - They embrace the art of slow living by taking time to connect more with plants and customers to impart feelings of love, patience, and acceptance. Products are crafted to bridge current knowledge and traditional wisdom into every formula. They consider themselves anti-capitalists. This means they remain purposefully small with extremely low overhead to ensure products are affordable and markups are as low as possible. Their goals are based in the love of nature and helping others connect to the outside world.