"Such a beautiful product! I love these hydrosols so much I buy them weekly so I never run out. I’ve tried Orange Blossom, Tulsi and Gardenia so far and all are equally delicious! My skin loves them!"
"The scent of Youth Serum, mossy and earthen, shows how biotic and natural the ingredients are...it is like drenching the skin in dew pooled at the base of an ancient oak tree. There is nothing like it."
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Events
Live Hydrosol Distillation Workshop
Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of plant alchemy. We invite you to join us for a live hydrosol distillation workshop amidst the serene beauty of the Ojai Valley. This enchanting experience will awaken your senses and connect you to the natural world. We will tour the garden and your day will culminate in sampling our handcrafted products and taking home a bottle of your own crafted hydrosol, a fragrant embodiment of the day's journey.
Ojai, CA
Crafting Natural Perfume
We invite you to embark on a sensory journey where the wonders of the plant kingdom converge with the art of perfume-making. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of essential oils and discover their impact on the body and mind. As you delve into the basics of aromatherapy and the art of crafting your signature scent, you’ll discover the profound connection between nature and well-being.Â
Ojai, CA
SCULPTURAL FACE LIFTING SESSION WITH ABI
In this 60-minute session, you will experience The Original Sculptural Face Lifting method as it was originally designed by Yakov Gerskovich. Abi will work through three specific areas, starting from the platysma (neck area) up to the forehead, and then working back down. By the end of the session, you can expect to see noticeable results: tighter skin (the beginning of a non-surgical facelift), smoother fine lines, reduced puffiness, brightened eyes, and fuller lips.
Ojai, CA
MASTER CLASS IN PLANT ALCHEMY
Join us in the Valley of the Moon for a day-long ritual evoking the spirit of Rosemary through the alchemical processes of distillation and sacred garment dyeing with Emily from Per le Mer. We will share a practice refined over 20 years of devotion and experience, honoring and working with the whole plant in deep reverence.
Ojai, CA
THE BEAUTY OF A SLOW PROCESS
Welcome to Grass and Root Apothecary, born out of our love and curiosity for medicinal plants. What began as a personal passion soon flourished into an offering that reached beyond our close circles, and now stands before you as GARA.
Our mission is rooted in the well-being of our planet and the health of the plants that grace our creations.
Many of the herbs in our formulas are grown by our own hands, forging an essential connection with nature's remarkable process. We meticulously source all of our ingredients directly from organic cultivators, ensuring potency and purity with unwavering dedication.
All of our formulations are handcrafted with plant-based, locally sourced, 100% organic ingredients just as nature intended.
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WHAT IS A HYDROSOL?
Hydrosols are far more simple facial toners; they are living, vibrant expressions of the plants themselves, each possessing a unique and potent message of their healing potential.
A hydrosol, also referred to as hydrolat, distillate, or floral water, is a botanical product resulting from the process of steam or hydrodistillation. These exceptional substances are aqueous solutions infused with the essence of plants, capturing their aromatic and therapeutic qualities in a liquid form. The production of hydrosols begins with fresh plant materials, such as aromatic herbs, flowers, or other botanicals, which are suitable to the distillation process.
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