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🌿 Shop My Natural Favorites
There are certain things I come back to again and again—not because they’re trendy or complicated, but because they genuinely support the rhythm of my days. This page is a collection of those things.
From morning coffee to evening wind-down rituals, these are the products, herbs, and small daily staples I actually use in my home. Nothing curated for perfection—just what feels natural, supportive, and simple.
If I had to start over, these are the exact things I would begin with.
✨ My Most-Loved Everyday Staples
If you only explore one section, start here.
These are the quiet essentials that show up in my daily rhythm again and again—the foundation pieces that everything else builds from.
- herbal teas for supporting my body
- coffee to start the day
- pain relief for tired muscles
- lavender for calming, stress and skin
- gel caps to help me unwind at the end of the day.
This is what I’d personally reach for first if I were starting fresh.
teapot with lid filter
I combine loose tea with cinnamon or citrus every day. That built in strainer makes it so easy!
moka pot
I’ve been making espresso for my lattes with this gem for years! don’t come between me and my coffee!
pain balm
I tend to store stress in my shoulders that give me horrible knots. this has helped so much!
lavender essential oil
In the diffuser for calming or in a salve for the skin. It’s the swiss army knife of oils! Use code ELISA20 for extra savings.
discover relief gel caps
🌿 A Simple Path to Herbalism
If you’re new to herbalism, it can feel like there’s so much to learn all at once. I’ve found that the most meaningful way to begin is slowly—starting with a few herbs, a few simple practices, and building from there.
This is the path I would follow if I were starting over.
Step 1: Start with a Few Foundational Herbs
You don’t need a full apothecary to begin. A few well-loved herbs can take you a long way.
I’d start with:
- Chamomile → gentle, calming, and easy to use
- Lavender → supportive and incredibly versatile
- Calendula → one of the best herbs to have on hand for simple preparations
These are herbs I still use regularly.
Step 2: Begin with Tea
Tea is one of the easiest and most approachable ways to start working with herbs.
You don’t need anything complicated—just:
- dried herbs
- hot water
- a simple jar or mug
This is how I started, and it’s still one of my favorite daily rituals.
Step 3: Build a Small Herbal Toolkit
As you get more comfortable, having a few simple tools makes everything easier.
I use:
- glass jars for storing herbs
- small bottles for oils and blends
- a strainer or tea infuser
Nothing fancy—just functional and simple.
Step 4: Learn Slowly
Herbalism isn’t something to rush. I’ve learned the most by reading a little at a time and revisiting what I’ve learned.
A few books I always come back to:
- Rosemary Gladstar’s Medicinal Herbs Beginner Guide
- The Modern Herbal Dispensatory
- The Plant Clinic
They’re approachable, grounding, and easy to return to.
Step 5: Make It Part of Your Day
The most important part isn’t what you buy—it’s how you use it.
Start small:
- a cup of tea in the evening
- herbs in your kitchen
- a simple ritual you return to
Consistency matters more than complexity.
✨ If I Had to Start Over
I would begin with:
- chamomile + lavender
- a simple jar for tea
- one good book
And I’d build from there, slowly.
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If you’d like to see how I use herbs in everyday life, you can browse here:
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☕ A Cup of Joe (Morning Coffee Ritual)
My mornings are simple and slow. Coffee is less about caffeine and more about the ritual.
espresso maker
A simple way to bring a slower, more intentional start to the day.
gold spoons
A small detail, but one I love—these make even the simplest cup feel a little elevated.
milk frother
For that soft, creamy finish—it’s what makes homemade coffee feel a little more special.
espresso cup
A smaller cup, a slower pace and really cute! I like to put my gold spoons in it for display.
coffee press
💧 Afternoon Hydration
In the afternoons, I try to slow down and hydrate instead of reaching for more caffeine.
40 oz glass
It all starts with this huge glass.
functional powders
Adding electrolytes or probiotics for that extra umph.
trace minerals
My go-to for supporting hydration on a deeper level—simple minerals that help water actually feel more replenishing.
herb pharm tinctures
I add these liquid herbal extracts into my routine when I want something quick, potent & easy to incorporate into drinks.
apothekary liquid drops
An easy way to layer herbs into my hydration—just a few drops to support balance throughout the day.
🔗 Explore More
If you’re looking for simple recipes and blends, you can browse more here: → hydration elixirs