Just the Goods Quick News - April 2024
Hello!
I hope you’re having a beautiful weekend!
As promised, a quick message to let you know when the salve I made from the calendula grown last summer became available! I just finished listing it, and have now launched them online.
I’ve also listed the first 20 packs of JTG’s new organic facial squares… there are more on the way 🙂
Please find details below!
New from Just the Goods
Just the Goods limited edition traditional calendula salve
From seed to salve, this creation represents the entire process of transforming calendula grown organically on site into a traditional healing salve 🧡
A classic in the practice of herbalism making it a staple in herbal first aid kits worldwide, this limited edition item comes thanks to herbal oil made by infusing dried organic calendula flowers into olive oil. Since this has been a highly requested item, I'm delighted to be able to make some available now, with the extra special touch of having cared for these flowers from the moment their seeds were sown.
Calendula is often used to treat wounds, rashes, infections, and inflammation among other conditions because it contains compounds that can help to decrease swelling and promote new skin tissue growth most likely by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area. It also helps new skin build strength through hydration and oxygenation, as mentioned above. In herbalism its recognized actions include reducing inflammation, controlling bleeding and soothing irritated tissue.
Olive oil contains a number of anti-inflammatory compounds including triterpenes and an antioxidant known as oleocanthal that have been observed to help with surface wound healing such as sunburn by assisting with collagen production to reduce the amount of time it takes for a wound to close. Another naturally occurring antioxidants, vitamin E, helps calm redness and irritation in circumstances such as those caused by psoriasis. Relatedly, it's alpha-hydroxy acids stimulate the shedding of dead skin cells and encourage new cell growth.
Shea butter nourishes skin with a nutrient dense profile featuring vitamins A, E, and F. It also absorbs quickly and provides lasting moisture
Beeswax is anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and germicidal, all of which are helpful when seeking to care for skin that has been damaged due to irritation, burn, etc. I considered making this with vegan candelilla but ultimately felt it important to ensure this formula could be effective for use on slightly broken skin in the manner it has for centuries
This formula has been made without essential oils to make it accessible to as many people as possible. It is unscented in the sense that no scent has been added for purposes of perfuming the product. Please note, however, that it smells like the ingredients used to make it -- shea butter, olive oil, etc -- rather than being scent "neutral" / smelling like "nothing".
Find it here : https://justthegoods.net/products/just-the-goods-limited-edition-traditional-calendula-salve-made-with-beeswax
Organic Bamboo + Cotton Facial Squares
Replacing disposable cotton balls and rounds with reusable facial squares is an easy way to make your daily facial care routine a little more Earth friendly! 💚🌱
Made in Manitoba especially for Just the Goods, these thick and fluffy organic bamboo + cotton facial squares are super absorbent and perfect for removing make-up, applying toner, or washing and exfoliating your face. Once you've used them, wash and dry them with your towels, and they're ready to use again!
Find them here: https://justthegoods.net/products/organic-bamboo-cotton-facial-squares
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As always, thank you for your ongoing support! It is an absolute pleasure to handcraft natural skin and body care products, providing a healthier, small-scale alternative to the corporate "beauty industry". I wouldn't be able to do it without you!
With all best,
Milena (she/they)
Just the Goods (Winnipeg, MB)
handmade natural + affordable skincare for everyone
http://www.justthegoods.net