La Petite Apothecary Review

My pen pal, Angela, recently opened her very own witchy apothecary shop and I couldn't be more thrilled about her new adventure! Of course, I wanted to show support by reviewing some of her products and getting her name out there to all of you. If you liked Apothecary At Home and The Green Witch Co, then you will definitely love La Petite Apothecary!

Angela recently sent me some Velvet Reverie Massage Oil which contains grapeseed oil, frankincense essential oil, and lavender essential oil. Upon first applying the oil, I noticed it has a very light, yet refreshing scent. Unlike other similar products, the scent is not overwhelming, so if you are sensitive to strong smells, this is the oil for you. No scent headaches with this oil! I personally don't enjoy oils with heavy scents, so this is perfect for me. Frankincense improves circulation, thus helping reduce muscle soreness and easing tension. Lavender is naturally calming and anti-inflammatory, helping to alleviate pain related to stress and tension. Grapeseed oil is the perfect base for this massage oil as it not only helps moisturize the skin but also absorbs easily and quickly without leaving you feeling oily. This is definitely my preference when it comes to massage oils. Other natural oils often leave me feeling oily afterward and contribute to acne breakouts. Grapeseed oil, however, is naturally antimicrobial and helps manage acne breakouts, reducing the risk of breakouts after use. This combination of grapeseed oil, frankincense, and lavender is the perfect combination for a massage oil and I couldn't be happier with the product.

I work out 4-5 times a week, doing a combination of cardio and strength training. Furthermore, I am a very anxious person. Needless to say, I carry a lot of muscle tension and soreness in my shoulders and neck, sometimes from working out, sometimes from being anxious, and sometimes it's a combination of both. I often ask my partner to rub my neck and shoulders while we watch TV, and this massage oil has come in clutch the past week. It is an oil, so a little bit goes a long way. It warms quickly so I'm not shocked when it first touches my back, absorbs well, and leaves my muscles feeling like butter. I have also used it on my arms and legs to assuage the soreness I feel there and it's left my skin feeling soft and radiant. Even if you aren't into massages, this makes for a great after-bath/shower moisturizer, especially before bed. For just $25 you get enough massage oil to last you several months, if not a year, making it well worth the purchase.

Angela also kindly sent along a sample of her handcrafted Sleepy Time Tea, which contains chamomile, lemon balm, catnip, oat straw, passion flower, hop flower, and valerian root. Each of these herbs is well known to reduce stress, enhance relaxation, and promote restful sleep. It has a light floral flavor and combines well with a splash of milk. It's naturally sweet, but I find it's even better with a dash of sugar or honey to enhance the flavor. Not to worry, sugar/honey doesn't actually disrupt sleep and doesn't make you hyper, contrary to popular belief.

On top of all of this, the products came packaged in biodegradable packaging! I love this and wish more businesses would turn to natural, biodegradable packaging. As a witch, I believe in reducing my ecological footprint as much as possible in this capitalist hellscape. I find this to be an act of worship for the Earth and the nature spirits around us. But I digress!

If massage oil and tea aren't your thing, La Petite Apothecary offers a host of other wonderful herbal products to choose from, including balms for bruises, achy joints, bug bites, burns, cuts, and even poison ivy, as well as eczema cream, bug repellants, and vapor rub. If you use the link I have provided, you will receive 10% off your order from La Petite Apothecary, courtesy of Angela herself. I know you will not be disappointed by her products.

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