- The Intention
- The Ingredients
- The Ritual
- The Live Botanical Story
Using herbs exclusively grown in Live Botanical’s Oregon garden utilizing biodynamic and regenerative soil practices and harvested at peak times for optimal plant vitality, this luxurious blend weaves concentrated herbal infusions, potent supercritical extracts, and nutrient-dense cold-pressed oils to restore radiance, calm reactivity, fortify barrier function, and encourage renewal.
A thoughtful formulation of pomegranate phytosterols, supercritical oat extract, primrose, rice bran, and meadowfoam locks in moisture for sustained hydration, while double extracted herbal infusions of calendula, echinacea, marshmallow, chamomile, rose, yarrow, self-heal, lemon balm, agrimony, and lavender collectively encourage cellular communication to regulate inflammation responses, balance the biome, and strengthen overall skin function. And with schisandra and shiitake to limit environmental and UV damage, açaí pulp oil to improve elasticity and slow cellular breakdown, and oils of strawberry, cranberry, and raspberry to prevent congestion and rejuvenate skin, this potent blend gently plumps and softens the skin. Promoting a deep connection to the natural world that can be felt with each use, Vibrant Garden honors the wisdom of our plant allies and harnesses the vibrancy of nature in every drop.
Available in 5ml or 50ml
71% regionally sourced
oryza sativa (rice) bran oil*^, fragaria ananassa (strawberry) seed oil^, euterpe oleracea (açaí) berry oil#, rubus idaeus (raspberry) seed oil^, vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil*^, punica granatum (pomegranate) seed oil & sterols*, oenothera biennis (evening primrose) oil*, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil^, infusions of: [calendula officinalis flower*^, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower*^, melissa officinalis (lemon balm) leaf*^ prunella vulgaris (self-heal) leaf/ flower*^, rosa sp. (rose) flower*^, achillea millefolium (yarrow) flower*^, althaea officinalis (marshmallow) leaf/root*^, echinacea purpurea leaf/flower/root*^, and agrimonia eupatoria leaf/flower*^ ], avena sativa (oat) kernel co2 extract*, schisandra chinensis fruit co2 extract*, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*^, lecithin*, chamomilla recutita (chamomile) flower extract*^ & corthellus shiitake (mushroom) extract*^, krameria lappacea (rhatany) root co2 extract# & olea europaea (olive) fruit oil and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf co2 extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fair-trade/co-op
To foster higher standards of stewardship among the land & people, Live Botanical practices bioregional sourcing. Most ingredients are grown throughout the Pacific West, including their own micro-garden in Oregon.
As a face oil: apply 1-2 pumps on cleansed and toned skin. Using with an Elixir or Hyaluronic Acid Serum will provide improved hydration.
As a cleansing oil: massage 3 - 4 pumps on dry skin, taking time to dissolve makeup and dirt from the day. Take a warm, soft washcloth and wipe the face until oil is removed.
As a body moisturizer + massage oil: massage all over as needed. Absorbs best when applied after a shower.
As a scalp treatment : for those who have dry scalp or dandruff. On dry hair and scalp, pump enough product to coat scalp. Let sit for 30-60 minutes and shampoo to remove.
As a hair oil: before styling, apply a small amount of oil to hair to prevent heat damage and control fly-aways.
As a salve for minor scrapes + burns: apply a small amount to cleansed wound a couple of times a day to prevent scarring and lessen the discomfort caused by inflammation.
A good option for those who are pregnant as there are no essential oils and the herbs are supportive of a range of skin changes that tend to occur.
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
Using herbs exclusively grown in Live Botanical’s Oregon garden utilizing biodynamic and regenerative soil practices and harvested at peak times for optimal plant vitality, this luxurious blend weaves concentrated herbal infusions, potent supercritical extracts, and nutrient-dense cold-pressed oils to restore radiance, calm reactivity, fortify barrier function, and encourage renewal.
A thoughtful formulation of pomegranate phytosterols, supercritical oat extract, primrose, rice bran, and meadowfoam locks in moisture for sustained hydration, while double extracted herbal infusions of calendula, echinacea, marshmallow, chamomile, rose, yarrow, self-heal, lemon balm, agrimony, and lavender collectively encourage cellular communication to regulate inflammation responses, balance the biome, and strengthen overall skin function. And with schisandra and shiitake to limit environmental and UV damage, açaí pulp oil to improve elasticity and slow cellular breakdown, and oils of strawberry, cranberry, and raspberry to prevent congestion and rejuvenate skin, this potent blend gently plumps and softens the skin. Promoting a deep connection to the natural world that can be felt with each use, Vibrant Garden honors the wisdom of our plant allies and harnesses the vibrancy of nature in every drop.
Available in 5ml or 50ml
The Ingredients
71% regionally sourced
oryza sativa (rice) bran oil*^, fragaria ananassa (strawberry) seed oil^, euterpe oleracea (açaí) berry oil#, rubus idaeus (raspberry) seed oil^, vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil*^, punica granatum (pomegranate) seed oil & sterols*, oenothera biennis (evening primrose) oil*, limnanthes alba (meadowfoam) seed oil^, infusions of: [calendula officinalis flower*^, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) flower*^, melissa officinalis (lemon balm) leaf*^ prunella vulgaris (self-heal) leaf/ flower*^, rosa sp. (rose) flower*^, achillea millefolium (yarrow) flower*^, althaea officinalis (marshmallow) leaf/root*^, echinacea purpurea leaf/flower/root*^, and agrimonia eupatoria leaf/flower*^ ], avena sativa (oat) kernel co2 extract*, schisandra chinensis fruit co2 extract*, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*^, lecithin*, chamomilla recutita (chamomile) flower extract*^ & corthellus shiitake (mushroom) extract*^, krameria lappacea (rhatany) root co2 extract# & olea europaea (olive) fruit oil and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf co2 extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fair-trade/co-op
To foster higher standards of stewardship among the land & people, Live Botanical practices bioregional sourcing. Most ingredients are grown throughout the Pacific West, including their own micro-garden in Oregon.
The Ritual
As a face oil: apply 1-2 pumps on cleansed and toned skin. Using with an Elixir or Hyaluronic Acid Serum will provide improved hydration.
As a cleansing oil: massage 3 - 4 pumps on dry skin, taking time to dissolve makeup and dirt from the day. Take a warm, soft washcloth and wipe the face until oil is removed.
As a body moisturizer + massage oil: massage all over as needed. Absorbs best when applied after a shower.
As a scalp treatment : for those who have dry scalp or dandruff. On dry hair and scalp, pump enough product to coat scalp. Let sit for 30-60 minutes and shampoo to remove.
As a hair oil: before styling, apply a small amount of oil to hair to prevent heat damage and control fly-aways.
As a salve for minor scrapes + burns: apply a small amount to cleansed wound a couple of times a day to prevent scarring and lessen the discomfort caused by inflammation.
A good option for those who are pregnant as there are no essential oils and the herbs are supportive of a range of skin changes that tend to occur.
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.