Skin Vibe

Creosote Bush Skin Care: A Desert Remedy Reimagined I’ve always believed that nature offers some of the most powerful ingredients—and often they’re growing right outside your door. One of my favorite desert plants to work with is the  creosote bush  (also called desert chaparral or greasewood). If you’ve ever walked through the desert after it rains, you’ve likely smelled its signature scent—the earthy, almost nostalgic aroma of creosote leaves releasing their oils into the air. It’s the desert’s version of petrichor. Over time, I’ve come to appreciate creosote not just for its scent, but for its traditional uses and skin-supporting qualities. I’m not a licensed herbalist—just a self-taught maker taking my passion to the next level—but I’ve spent a lot of time learning, experimenting, and crafting small-batch salves and creams inspired by desert plants like this one. What’s in the Salve? My  Creosote Skin/Body Salve  begins with leaves hand-harvested from my own back...