Apothecary Guide
A collection of answers about our ingredients, rituals, vessels, packages, and offerings.
Why does Sacred Skin Co. use botanical oils?
Unlike synthetics and extracts found in conventional products. We believe nature provides the nutrients the skin recognizes and needs.
Our botanicals are in their purest, most potent form—rich in naturally occurring fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins, and phytonutrients that support the skin’s natural balance, resilience, and radiance.
Why are certified organic products not always the highest quality skincare?
Certified organic is an important standard, but it does not always guarantee the highest quality botanical oils.
Many certified organic oils are refined after extraction, a process that can diminish delicate nutrients, alter the natural composition of the oil, and reduce its vitality.
Not only do we prioritize certified organic ingredients, but we only select unrefined and virgin oils for their nutrient integrity.
What does unrefined mean, and why does it matter?
Unrefined oils are extracted using gentle methods designed to preserve their naturally occurring nutrients.
Methods such as cold pressing, steam distillation, pressure extraction, and CO₂ extraction maintain the botanical’s natural profile.
Refined oils may be filtered, heat treated, deodorized, or chemically processed, which can alter their color, scent, and nutrient content.
We choose unrefined botanicals because they retain the qualities that make plants so remarkable in the first place.
What skin types are Sacred Skin Co. products for?
Our botanical oils are formulated for all skin types.
Whether your skin feels dry, oily, mature, sensitive, sun-exposed, or simply in need of nourishment, our botanical oils support the skin and bring it into a healthy balance while encouraging a healthy, radiant appearance.
What is the shelf life of your skincare products?
Each offering includes a product card with the Infusion Date so you know when your botanical oils were lovingly crafted.
For optimal freshness and potency, we recommend enjoying your offering within one lunar year (13 months) of its infusion date.
Our violet glass vessels help protect delicate botanicals from light while preserving their freshness.
As a simple ritual, hold your vessels to the light of a New Moon and express gratitude for the nourishment they provide to re-tune their frequency.
How can I reconnect with the essence of my skincare ritual?
Skincare is more than a routine —it can become a moment of remembrance.
Many members of our community enjoy incorporating moon rituals into their self-care practices. During the Full Moon, hold your vessel to the moonlight or near a window and take a quiet moment to set an intention.
Hold your vessel and repeat:
“I welcome beauty, radiance, and harmony into every cell of my being.”
Whether spoken aloud or held quietly in your heart, intention is part of the ritual. A beautiful reminder to slow down, receive, and reconnect with yourself.
What are your bottles made of?
Our offerings are housed in European Violet Glass vessels, crafted by Miron® in the Netherlands.
This beautiful glass protects and preserves the delicate botanical ingredients while reflecting our commitment to timeless beauty, quality, and sustainability.
What are the product labels made of?
Our labels are printed on FSC® Certified paper sourced from responsibly managed forests. Chosen for its quality, durability, and environmental stewardship, the paper reflects our commitment to thoughtful materials and intentional craftsmanship.
This allows us to create a beautiful and intentional product while honoring natural materials.
Where can I find ingredients and product details?
Every offering arrives with a handmade Lokta paper card crafted in the Himalayas.
These cards include ingredients, product details, ritual instructions, affirmations, and the Infusion Date. A keepsake designed to accompany your ritual.
What shipping materials do you use?
Every order is lovingly packaged by hand using earth-conscious materials chosen with care and intention.
We strive to minimize unnecessary packaging while ensuring your offering arrives safely and beautifully.
Each parcel is prepared personally by Jerica at the Sacred Skin Co. Studio with gratitude and attention to detail. Packages are hand-stamped using natural rubber and printed with eco-friendly algae-based ink as a reflection of out commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship and environmental stewardship.
Where are your products made?
Every Sacred Skin Co. offering is handcrafted by Jerica in sunny California, USA.
From botanical infusions to final packaging, each product is created in small batches with intention and attention to detail.
Where do your ingredients come from?
We thoughtfully source ingredients from trusted growers and suppliers who share our commitment to quality and integrity. Many of the botanicals we work with have been cherished across generations and cultures for centuries, carrying a rich lineage of traditional herbal wisdom. We are proud of every ingredient we select.
We are currently creating a dedicated Discover the Apothecary page where you’ll be able to explore the origins, sourcing, and stories behind the botanicals we use.