Tiny Apothecary Essentials
A few years ago, natural remedies were anything but simple in my home. With cupboards full of herbs, essential oils and raw ingredients, large totes full of supplies in the garage and a drawer full of accessories, my apothecary was out of control.
Since then, I’ve simplified and can create multiple natural DIY recipes with just a few ingredients.
These essentials will get you off to a great start as you build (or simplify) your tiny apothecary.
Build your tiny apothecary
- Frankincense
- Lavender
- Lemon
- Melaleuca
- Oregano
- Peppermint
- Wild Orange
- DigestZen
- On Guard
- Arnica
- Calendula
- Chamomile
- Comfrey
- Elder flower
- Elderberry
- Lavender Flowers
- Lemon balm
- Marshmallow root
- Plaintain
- Yarrow
- Beeswax
- Coconut Oil
- Fractionated Coconut Oil
- Castor Oil
- Olive Oil
- Shea Butter
- Redmond Clay Powder
- Liquid Castile Soap
- Vitamin E Oil
- Canned Coconut Milk
- Raw Honey
- Brewing Basket
- Labels
- Glass mason jars
- Roller bottles for essential oil blends
- Sample vials for essential oils
- Metal tins for ointments and balms
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Where to find herbs, essential oils & raw ingredients
doTERRA
doTERRA Essential Oils are hands down the best essential oils I’ve ever used. They are 100% pure and each batch is tested by a third-party to make sure they’re safe and effective. These are the only oils I use from natural remedies to personal care products to natural cleaners. They work well and they work quickly.
You can get doTERRA oils retail or by becoming a wholesale member to save 25% off all orders (which I recommend unless you only plan on buying one or two oils in the next year). The best part? When you create a wholesale account you can purchase an oil kit that will give you an even bigger discount.
Bulk Apothecary
Bulk Apothecary is a one-stop shop for herbs and raw ingredients for making natural recipes. You’ll find loose herbs in various quantities (I typically recommend starting with 4 oz. unless you’ll be using a lot of a specific herb).
Bulk Apothecary also provides beeswax, carrier oils, butters, etc. so you can get just about everything you need in one place. They also sell essential oils but I prefer doTERRA as you can use them for everything as opposed to just cleaning.