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From Desert Survival to Skin Relief: The Creosote Bush Story

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  Just a reminder that I am not a licensed professional, just a self taught maker with a deep interest in what goes into skincare. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or nursing or have chronic health conditions before using herbs or essential oils. Here is a little peek into one of my favorite skincare ingredients, Creosote bush. Also known as chaparral, desert chaparral and greasewood. That distinctive desert scent? It's actually your first clue that this plant means business when it comes to calming irritated skin… Creosote bush in the wild What's Actually Happening When your skin gets irritated, it sends out "help" signals that create redness and discomfort. Creosote bush contains natural compounds that essentially tell those signals to calm down. Why It Works So Well The same compounds that help this plant survive desert extremes also protect and soothe your skin. Unlike harsh chemicals, creosote works  with  your skin's natural healing process. The o...