Let’s talk about one of our very favorite gifts from nature. Frankincense. What is Frankincense? Frankincense is an aromatic oleoresin from the sap of various Boswellia trees of the family Burseraceae (Genus Boswellia) A variety of these trees grow in India, almost all of Arabia, and also in Africa. We will explore the different varietals […]
Fighting Eczema with Goat Milk Soap
As you enter the world of natural soaps, you will frequently see the refrain “Good for Eczema or Psoriasis”. The absence of heavy additives in natural soaps is touted as the reason. But this seems to imply that the ingredients are the only issue we need worry about in treating Eczema, which is untrue. Ingredients are […]
Why Do We Carry Fragrance Oil Soaps?
Many of our Blog topics are a direct result of a conversation or question with a customer. If one person is wondering something, it is highly likely it resonates with someone else. We recently had a Facebook comment about “toxic” fragrances and that they should not be offered to our customers. The writer made an […]
Welcome to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Gift Shop!
CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ISN’T “KIDDING” AROUND WITH THEIR MISSION Established in 1910, the Junior Co-Operative Society auxiliary operates and staffs the Cincinnati Children’s gift shops, consisting of paid staff and more than 60 volunteers donating their time. Volunteers through the medical center’s Junior Co-Operative Society help run the gift shops located at their Burnet and […]
Goat Milk Soap Ingredients – What to Watch Out For
We get a lot of questions from our customers about Goat Milks Soap Ingredients. Why are some company labels so different than others. It’s just soap, right? Transparency of ingredients is extremely important and there are actual guidelines and regulations concerning listings, that makers are supposed to follow. However, not every company attempts to do so. […]
Fundraiser for Local Urban Farm
Being part of the agricultural, animal husbandry world, we love supporting the growth of educational opportunities, particularly for families. We are losing rural farms and the skills that operate them at an alarming rate. Helping the public develop an appreciation for farms and historical skills is critically important. The Anderson Township Historical Society (ATHS) (Cincinnati, […]
Treating Dandruff with Essential Oils
Dandruff…..the annoying white flakes that can pepper one’s shoulders and cause embarrassment. So, exactly what is Dandruff? It is a chronic condition characterized by flaking skin and an itchy scalp. There are multiple causes, including: An ultra-dry scalp A very oily scalp, also known as seborrheic-dermatitis. Sensitivity to product ingredients – contact dermatitis Poor hygiene […]
Benefits of Peppermint Essential Oil – Powerful benefits require caution and respect!
Why the focus on Peppermint this month? Peppermint is a therapeutically valuable plant that is worth having in your garden or even in a small planter. It is one of our favorite oils with a variety of benefits, but it also needs to be respected for its power and strength. We will touch on both […]
E-Commerce Sales Tax – An Update
On June 21, 2018 the e-commerce world changed forever. Many consumers and small businesses are still not aware of how ordering on-line changed that day. The Supreme Court ruled 5 – 4 in the case SOUTH DAKOTA vs. WAYFAIR, that states can mandate that small businesses without a “physical presence” should collect sales tax in […]
What happens to all the baby male goats born on our farm?
As promised in our previous Blog on “Is it Cruel to Milk Goats?”, we promised to share information on the treatment of male kids. It is a question that we get relatively often. It is usually from concerned non-goat owners who have been exposed to radical animal abuse stories. We are happy to explain what […]
