Hand-crafted natural-based self-care products for your Body, Home & Loved ones
SPRING IS AROUND THE CORNER...
The days are getting longer & winter is still flexing its muscles.
Don't be fooled folks - September will still be bitterly cold - it always is.
If you're anything like me, you won't be ready for Spring yet, so it's a great time to prepare. I must admit procrastinating about all the things that need to be done drives me up the wall. We'll get there, we'll get things done. Let's have some faith in ourselves - the results will be well worth it, whether it's gardening, spring cleaning or some other goal you may have in your mind's eye - we can do this.
Speaking of preparing - the market season will be in full swing these next few months. I have already been booking markets right into next year! I'm spreading my wings - I'll be doing markets in Cambridge & Whangamata. Please come visit me at my stall sometime if you get a chance - I love talking to people & maybe Balsamic Moon will be able to offer you a solution.
BENTO BAGS
First up we have PRODUCE BENTO BAGS which come in a 3-pack. These are great for taking to the supermarket if you can remember to pack them! They hold up to 2.5 KG!
Pop your goods in the bag and tie the top. Easy to wash & lightweight.
Then we have the BROWN BENTO BAG
- good for the messy produce - great for dirty potatoes.
And the rolls-royce of Bento Bags - 100% Cotton & lined - THE FANCY BENTO BAG.
These can be used for picnics, wrapping fresh bread & scones. They can also be used to pack your odds & bobs - sewing projects, books & make-up. These make a wonderful gift & you can select the design you want on the website.
As the season turns I find that my skin gets extra dry for some reason. Balsamic Moons' Body Butters' are indulgent. They are non-greasy & use a cabbage-based thickener - instead of a synthetic alcohol-based thickener. Balsamic Moon has two options:
LUSH BODY BUTTER
Indulge in the lush Shea body butter infused with Magnesium as well as Sandalwood & Geranium essential oils. Magnesium can improve the appearance of the skin. Whereas, Sandalwood is known to be nourishing, enhances elasticity, and is particularly helpful in treating acne-prone & problematic skin. Geranium, on the other hand, improves blood circulation and has anti-inflammatory properties. This is a feel-good all-rounder.
Move over Shea Butter - Kokum is next level when it comes to moisturising.
Its Latin name is Garcinia indica, it comes from a fruit-bearing tree in India. It has many uses, culinary & cosmetic uses. The seed & oily extract of this fruit is used to make Kokum Butter.
Balsamic Moons' Kokum Body Butter is fragrance-free & low-irritant. Formulated to be a thick & extremely moisturising body butter that is ideal for dry, mature skin or those on medications that thin the skin. Moisturising is an essential step to maintaining healthy & comfortable skin. It prevents dryness, itchiness & further damage to the skin - this is the last thing you need if you're not feeling the best.
I swear by this Body Butter & it could be the perfect solution for you or someone you love too.
Father's Day is this Sunday - 1st September. It's too late to post goods out if you want to receive them on time, but if you are in Morrinsville, Balsamic Moon has a pick-up option available.
If you are stuck for a token gist Balsamic Moon has a few options - for the hairy or clean-shaven kind of man....click the button & explore the website.
We can't beat the rain - so we may as well embrace it.
Get your Essential Oil Diffuser or Oil Burner out.
Per 100ml water add the following Essential Oils:
1 or 2 drops Lavender
2 drops Geranium
2 drops Clary Sage
MOON PHASE
Last Quarter
27th August 2024
We are in the last moon phase of the lunar cycle. The Last quarter is when one-half of the moon is illuminated by the sun. signalling decreased illumination. Before you know it we'll be in the New Moon phase, where the lunar cycle begins over again.
The last quarter is said to be the time to cleanse yourself, a time to release negativity & old habits that bind you. Let go of all that no longer serves you. It is also a time to reflect on how the last few weeks have been for you & prepare for a new beginning.
It is also said to be physically a time of high-energy time. A boost to get things done.
LUNAR GARDENING
During the Last Quarter, the light of the moon has decreased & its gravitational pull. This is a time for rest. Avoid seed sowing. It’s a good time to prune, transplant & harvest.
This is the last chance to plant & prune trees. It's also a good time to prepare garden beds for spring - weed & compost them. To prevent further weeds from growing, cover your garden beds with black plastic - this also helps kill the weeds.
Balsamic Moon aims to offer practical & preventive remedies for
mild bodily ailments by utilizing the healing properties of
botanicals & essential oils.
Balsamic Moon creates all of its products by hand in small batches
using natural-based ingredients
- staying away from synthetic chemical-based ingredients.
