Why We Carry Björn’s Colorado Honey

Björn’s Colorado Honey brings together Swedish beekeeping tradition and Colorado craftsmanship to create honey that is pure, rich, and deeply flavorful. Founded by Pontus Jakobsson, a third-generation beekeeper from Sweden, the company carries forward a family legacy centered on bee health and the natural balance of the environment. Their small-batch honey reflects the character of Colorado’s wildflowers and clover fields, and their artisanal flavored honeys showcase the creativity and care that go into every jar. It is the best honey we have ever had.

Honey has been used for centuries to support skin and internal health. Historical records and modern research both highlight its soothing and protective qualities. Honey has long been applied in wound care and is being studied for its potential to support immune balance, calm inflammation, and ease seasonal allergies. We appreciate that these time-honored properties connect beautifully to our broader focus on skin integrity and whole-body wellness.

Ingredient Philosophy

• Raw and minimally processed to preserve natural enzymes and delicate floral notes
• Produced locally in small batches for freshness and flavor
• Hives are kept in the Boulder and Denver areas on private land and organic farms
• Artisanal flavors made with real botanical ingredients such as lavender, cinnamon, and whiskey barrel aged infusions

What They Never Use

• No artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives
• No blending with imported honey or added sweeteners
• No processing methods that diminish quality or flavor

Ethics and Sourcing

• Sustainably managed, non-migratory hives that support local pollination
• Bees raised with care for health, purity, and environmental balance
• Transparent, small batch production that honors authenticity and craft

In essence: Björn’s Colorado Honey represents the highest standard of what honey can be. It is delicious, pure, and deeply connected to both nature and well-being. It reflects the same values that guide our practice: care, integrity, and respect for what nature offers in its most genuine form.

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Why We Carry Boulder Broth

At The Herbal Skin Shop, we believe radiant skin begins within. The health of the gut, immune system, and connective tissue directly shapes the strength and balance of the skin. Boulder Broth embodies that connection beautifully. Their slow simmered broths are rich in collagen, amino acids, and minerals that nourish the body from the inside out. In our experience, we have never had a bone broth as good as theirs, and the bison broth is our favorite.

Bone broth has been used for centuries in traditional healing practices and is now being studied for its potential to support collagen formation, calm inflammation, and promote a healthy gut environment. Because gut health and skin health are closely intertwined, we value Boulder Broth as a delicious, natural way to support internal balance and outer resilience.

Ingredient Philosophy

• Made with local, seasonal ingredients for freshness and depth of flavor
• Slow simmered for over twenty four hours to extract collagen, minerals, and natural gelatin
• Ingredients sourced from Colorado farmers and ranchers who value sustainability and animal welfare
• Available in grass finished bison, beef, and chicken varieties with roasted vegetables, herbs, and mineral rich kombu

What They Never Use

• No additives, preservatives, or shortcuts
• No industrial processing that reduces nutrition or taste
• No low quality ingredients or flavor enhancers

Ethics and Sourcing

• Ingredients sourced from land stewards who practice regenerative and humane agriculture
• Produced locally in Boulder County with transparency and integrity
• Created with the belief that nourishing food should also restore the land it comes from

In essence: Boulder Broth represents nourishment in its truest form. Each broth reflects care for the land, respect for the animal, and a deep understanding of how inner health supports outer vitality. Their broths align with our mission to help people achieve healthier skin through cleaner, more intentional living.

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Why We Carry CMD Skin Solutions

Founded by herbalist Diana Hermann, CMD Skin Solutions (formerly Zi Zai Dermatology) brings together Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern herbal dermatology to create products that are genuinely natural, safe, and effective. Their line is built on clinical herbal experience and crafted for real skin concerns—not cosmetic trends.

Ingredient Philosophy

• 100% natural and handcrafted in small batches
• Every herbal ingredient is tested for botanical identity and purity
• Herbs and oils are sourced from U.S. importers and growers who use third-party testing
• External products are made with fair-trade and organic oils, butters, and waxes
• Each ingredient serves a clear purpose for skin health—no fillers or fluff

What They Never Use

• No steroids, petroleum, parabens, or sulfates (SLS/SLES)
• No synthetic colors, fragrances, or preservatives
• No GMOs or animal testing
• No harmful synthetics of any kind

Ethics & Sourcing

• “Farm-to-skin” transparency—herbs are sourced from trusted growers and importers
• Each batch is tested for pesticides, heavy metals, and microbial contaminants
• Formulas are produced under clean, GMP-level conditions
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and honesty at every step

In essence: CMD Skin Solutions creates truly botanical skincare—grounded in Chinese herbal medicine, crafted with integrity, and verified for purity. Their formulas offer plant-based support for even the most sensitive skin, with transparency and trust at the core of everything they make.

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Why We Chose Dermatology M

Formulated by a seasoned Chinese herbalist and dermatologist

With over 30 years of clinical experience in Chinese medicine and dermatology, Dermatology M’s founder creates each product with a focus on the highest medicinal and therapeutic value of herbs—not just being “natural.”

Ingredient philosophy

• Products average 95% natural ingredients
• Herbal actives are whole-plant extracts, sourced directly from audited farms in China
• Organic carrier oils and butters form the base of each product
• Plant-derived emollients and waxes support skin balance and barrier health

Why some refined ingredients are included

• To preserve herbal potency and maintain stability
• To support safety and shelf life without harsh synthetics
• To improve texture and absorption naturally
• Only gentle, nature-derived stabilizers and preservatives are used

What they never use

• No parabens, SLS/SLES, petrochemicals, synthetic fragrance, or synthetic color
• No GMOs and no animal testing
• Fragrance only from organic essential oils and natural absolutes

Ethics and sourcing

• “Field-to-formulation” control — herbs imported and authenticated directly, with no middlemen
• Farms audited annually for quality, sustainability, and authenticity
• All products handmade in small batches in Sussex, UK, under GMP-standard conditions
• Guided by purity, traceability, and integrity at every step

In essence: Dermatology M bridges botanical tradition and modern dermatological science—harnessing the purest natural ingredients and carefully preserving their therapeutic value.

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Why We Carry Saint Apothecary

Created by Dr. Mark Brinson, D.C., L.Ac., Dipl. O.M., Saint Apothecary produces Evil Bone Water — a modern, clean, high-potency version of a classical Chinese trauma liniment. Formulated for professional use and crafted with clinical precision, it offers topical support for muscles and joints without compromising on purity or safety.

Ingredient Philosophy

• Built on the traditional Die Da Jiu formula used for centuries in Chinese medicine
• Made with pharmaceutical-grade herbs and a pure grain alcohol base for maximum absorption and preservation
• Each batch is hand-crafted in small quantities in the U.S. under clean, GMP-compliant conditions
• Herbs are tested for identity, potency, and purity to ensure consistent results

What They Never Use

• No petroleum, parabens, synthetic fragrance, or artificial colors
• No low-grade or unverified herbal materials
• No mass production or outsourced formulation — every bottle is produced in-house

Ethics & Sourcing

• Herbs are sourced from trusted suppliers who maintain sustainable and ethical harvesting practices
• Each batch is lab-tested for heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants
• Manufactured transparently in Saint Apothecary’s own facility to ensure quality control from start to finish
• Supports both the tradition of Chinese herbal medicine and the modern need for clean, trustworthy production

In essence: Evil Bone Water embodies the best of classical Chinese herbal medicine with modern quality standards. It’s powerful, ethical, and professionally crafted — a product we trust in our clinic and recommend for its purity and effectiveness.

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