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Botanical Beauty & Protection: Nature’s rituals from skin to space
From nourishing your skin to safeguarding your space, plants have been trusted allies for centuries. Whether you’re tending to your complexion, spending time in the great outdoors, or creating a calming home environment, the right botanicals can elevate everyday moments into meaningful rituals.
The new Anima Mundi Herbals arrivals bring together skin-loving oils, natural insect protection, and aromatic mists that connect you to the wild beauty of nature.
The Art of Botanical Self-Care
True self-care is more than a routine — it’s a daily conversation with your body and surroundings. It’s about choosing products that nurture, protect, and inspire, while respecting the earth they come from.
In many traditional cultures, skin and space care are seen as interconnected: tending to your body with oils and herbs is also a way of harmonising your inner and outer environment. These new formulas from Anima Mundi bring that philosophy to life.
1. Castor Oil – Ancient Nourishment for Skin & Hair
Key features: 100% organic, cold-pressed, unrefined
Castor oil has been treasured since ancient Egypt for its deeply restorative properties. Rich in ricinoleic acid, it helps lock in moisture, soften skin, and support elasticity. It’s also a traditional choice for hair treatments, scalp care, and even gentle massage rituals.
Anima Mundi’s organic castor oil retains all the richness of the seed, making it a multi-purpose beauty essential. Use it pure, or blend into DIY creations like body butter or hair masks.
How to use: Apply directly to hair, face, or body for deep hydration. For a wellness boost, try a warm castor oil pack over the abdomen or joints.
Perfect for: Dry skin, scalp care, strengthening hair, and soothing body rituals.
2. Bug Spray – DEET-Free Outdoor Protection
Key features: Citronella, lavender, cypress, rose geranium, lemongrass
Inspired by the lush jungles of Costa Rica, this botanical insect repellent offers natural protection without harsh chemicals. The essential oil blend doesn’t just keep bugs at bay — it also provides a grounding, refreshing scent, making it a pleasure to wear.
From citronella’s lemony lift to rose geranium’s floral sharpness, each oil brings a unique protective and aromatic quality. Perfect for hikes, picnics, or summer evenings outdoors.
How to use: Mist lightly over exposed skin and massage in. Reapply as needed. Avoid eyes and mouth.
Perfect for: Nature walks, gardening, camping, and travel.
3. Agua de la Madre – A Mystical Botanical Mist
Key features: Night blooming jasmine, palo santo, Rising Appalachia collaboration
More than a fragrance, this aromatic mist celebrates the sacred connection between land, water, and community. Co-created with the soulful musicians of Rising Appalachia, it blends the grounding essence of palo santo with the intoxicating floral notes of night blooming jasmine.
Every bottle supports the Appalachian Herb Collective, helping preserve plant traditions and biodiversity.
How to use: Shake well and spritz around yourself or your space. Use as a personal scent, room freshener, or atmosphere cleanser.
Perfect for: Meditation, home rituals, setting the tone before gatherings, or wearing as a natural perfume.
Seasonal Rituals for Skin & Space
These three plant allies invite you to create moments of connection in daily life:
- Morning: Begin with a few drops of Castor Oil massaged into the skin, or as a nourishing scalp treatment before showering.
- Daytime: Keep Bug Spray on hand for outdoor activities, letting its herbal scent become part of your summer rhythm.
- Evening: Mist Agua de la Madre to transition from the day into a restful night, or to centre yourself before meditation.
Explore the Collection
Nourish your body, protect your skin, and elevate your space with nature’s purest botanicals.
Shop the full Anima Mundi Herbals Self-Care Collection here