Em's Herbals

06/05/2026

Cottonwood Bud Salve is here! Handcrafted from locally harvested Cottonwood + Poplar buds - gathered exclusively for Em’s Harbals, this traditional “Balm of Gilead” style salve captures the resin-rich magic of early spring, when the buds are at their peak… and only for a short window. Get it while it lasts. This will sell out quickly. 🥰

For a limited time, our locally harvested Cottonwood Bud Salve is here! One of my favorite things about herbalism is how connected it keeps us to the seasons. Certain plants only offer themselves for a brief window each year, and when they do, it feels like receiving a gift. This month I'm excited t...

06/03/2026

Spring doesn’t last long—and neither does this.

Cottonwood Bud Salve is here! Link to purchase in comments 👇

We’re excited to introduce a very limited seasonal release from Em’s Herbals. Handcrafted from locally harvested Cottonwood + Poplar buds gathered exclusively for Em’s, this traditional “Balm of Gilead” style salve captures the resin-rich magic of early spring—when the buds are at their peak… and only for a short window.

That window closes fast. And so does this batch.

Made with:
🌿 Cottonwood bud infusion in organic oils
🥥 Organic coconut oil
🌰 Organic unrefined shea butter
🐝 Organic beeswax
🌻 Organic sunflower oil
🌿 Organic jojoba oil

What we love most?
The scent alone feels like walking into a warm spring forest—resinous, grounding, comforting… like the season itself in a jar.

Traditionally used for:
• Sore muscles + tired joints
• Everyday stiffness
• Dry, rough, or irritated skin
• Scrapes, bug bites, redness
• Cracked hands, heels, lips

This is one of those “you’ll understand it the second you smell it” kind of products.

⚠️ Extremely limited seasonal batch—once it’s gone, it’s gone until next spring.

06/01/2026

Mondays call for something a little extra. ☕🌫️

When a regular cup of tea just won't do, we reach for Hazy Morning Tea — a rich, smoky blend that feels like a cozy cabin morning in a cup.

Featuring organic Lapsang Souchong black tea, Jasmine Pearls green tea, vanilla-infused licorice root, and sweet cinnamon chips, this unique blend delivers deep flavor, gentle caffeine, and a little moment of calm before the week kicks into high gear.

Smoky. Sweet. Warming. Comforting.

How do you take on a Monday morning? 🌿
Get some Hazy Morning Tea here: https://emsherbals.com/collections/teas/products/hazy-morning-tea

05/30/2026

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey — and for generations, herbs have been used to help nourish and support mothers-to-be. 🌿🤱

We're highlighting 7 herbs traditionally used during pregnancy, including Red Raspberry Leaf, Ginger, Chamomile, Rosehips, and more.

📖 Link to the full list in the comments below! 👇

These gentle herbal allies have long been valued for supporting digestion, relaxation, nourishment, and overall wellness during pregnancy.

As always, every pregnancy is unique. Please consult your healthcare provider before adding herbs to your routine.

05/29/2026

Why do we love our Certified Organic Bay Laurel Essential Oil? 🌿✨

Because this beautifully aromatic oil is both grounding and invigorating at the same time. With its spicy, camphorous scent, Bay Laurel has long been valued in traditional herbal and aromatherapy practices for supporting wellness, clarity, and comfort.

Traditionally used to support:
🌿 Ear and sinus comfort
🌿 Muscle and nerve tension
🌿 Healthy circulation and warmth
🌿 Aromatic focus and grounding
🌿 Natural cleansing and purification

We also love Bay Laurel for its rich herbal scent — warm, green, spicy, and deeply comforting. A little goes a long way, and when properly diluted into a carrier oil, it makes a wonderful addition to massage blends and topical body care rituals.

As always with essential oils: dilute properly, use mindfully, and enjoy the beauty of the plant. 🌱 Link to view all our essential oils in the comments!

05/29/2026

There’s something beautiful about a life filled with books, plants, curiosity, and time spent growing things. 🌿📚

“If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.” — Cicero

At Em’s Herbals, we believe healing begins with reconnecting — to the earth, to knowledge, and to the quiet wisdom found in both gardens and pages. Whether you’re planting herbs, brewing tea, reading about plants, or simply pausing long enough to notice what’s growing around you… you’re already cultivating something meaningful.

What’s growing in your garden — or on your reading list — lately? 🌱✨

05/29/2026

There’s something deeply satisfying about slowing down and making a pot of herbal tea from scratch. 🌿☕

In this video, Emily talks about why she prefers loose bulk herbs over tea bags, how to build flavorful herbal blends, and a few of her favorite herbs to keep on hand — including nettles, roasted dandelion root, spearmint, licorice root, elderberry, and more.

From choosing larger cut-and-sifted herbs for freshness and potency to properly steeping herbal teas for maximum benefit, this is a cozy little deep dive into the art of making tea part of your daily wellness ritual.

What’s YOUR favorite herb to add to tea blends? 🌱

05/26/2026

👁️🌿 Herbal Trivia Answer Revealed! 🌿👁️

Congratulations to Corey Michael Smithson for correctly guessing last week’s herbal trivia challenge! 🎉

All of the herbs we featured had one powerful thing in common: they’ve traditionally been used to support eye health and vision.

It’s CLEAR these herbs deserve a closer look 😉👇

✨ Bilberry — Rich in antioxidant anthocyanins, bilberry has traditionally been used to support night vision, healthy circulation to the eyes, and protection against age-related eye stress.

✨ Eyebright — A classic herb for eye wellness, traditionally used in compresses and washes to soothe tired, watery, or irritated eyes.

✨ Ginkgo Biloba — Known for supporting circulation and healthy blood flow, including to delicate tissues like the retina.

✨ Saffron — This vibrant botanical contains crocin and crocetin, compounds studied for supporting retinal health and visual contrast sensitivity.

✨ Fennel— Rich in Vitamin C, flavonoids, and beta-carotene. These antioxidants protect the delicate tissues of the eye from free radical damage and oxidative stress, which are major factors in macular degeneration.

✨ Elderberry — Packed with antioxidants and anthocyanins that help combat oxidative stress and support healthy eye tissues, circulation, and night vision.

✨ Lutein-Rich Herbs — Herbs like parsley, basil, thyme, sage, and marjoram contain lutein, a protective plant pigment that helps shield the retina from oxidative stress and blue light exposure.

✨ Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi) — Traditionally used to nourish and moisten dry eyes while supporting long-term visual wellness.

Nature is incredible, isn’t it? 🌱💚

05/25/2026

Today, we take a moment to reflect with gratitude for those who gave their lives in service to others. Memorial Day is a reminder that freedom, community, and peace often come at a tremendous cost — and that remembering matters.

There’s something healing about spending time outdoors on days like today. Sitting in the garden. Listening to the birds. Feeling the warmth of the sun. Noticing the herbs and flowers quietly growing around us. Nature has a way of helping us slow down, reconnect, and appreciate what’s truly important. 🌱

Wishing everyone a peaceful Memorial Day filled with remembrance, gratitude, and time with the people you love. ❤️

05/24/2026

Any other people want to take a guess?
What do all these herbs have in common?

🌿✨ HERBAL TRIVIA TIME! ✨🌿

What do these herbs all have in common? 👀

Bilberry • Eyebright • Ginkgo Biloba • Saffron • Fennel • Elderberry • Goji Berry • Lutein-rich herbs like parsley, basil & thyme…

There’s a fascinating connection between all of them! 🧠🌱
Drop your guess in the comments below ⬇️
(And no fair Googling immediately… 😉)

We love seeing how much herbal wisdom this community has! 💚