BACK IN BLACK: BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA

The Blackbird Apothecary just got a reload on some of Baxter of California's greatest hits. For your shaving, skin, hair, or candle needs, Baxter purveys staple goods you'll quickly become addicted to. Stop by the Field House for some free samples if you've never tried it, or come by to restock on your dwindling supply.

Baxter of California - Super Close Shave Formula
10 oz.
DETAILS: Baxter's super close shave formula provides a protective cushion between the skin and razor, for a close shave without redness or irritation. Antiseptic and botanical extracts refresh and soothe skin. It is a hydrating shave cream for men with an easy glide and soothing formula. Available in 10oz.pump bottle or 8 oz. tin.
$18

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Baxter of California - Night Cream AHA
4 oz.
DETAILS: This enriched night cream with alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) is a great hydrating lotion for men. It quickly delivers essential moisture to skin all night long. AHA gently exfoliates skin, actively removing dead surface cells and smoothing its texture
$24

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Baxter of California - Hard Water Pomade
DETAILS: What Baxter says it does: "Designed to easily blend into and rinse out of hair, this water-based, firm-hold styling formula enhanced with elastic fibers to define hairstyles, providing dimension and textured separation while supplying all-day control sans stiffness."
$18

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Baxter of California - After Shave Balm
4 oz.
DETAILS: This alcohol free after shave balm is a post shave moisturizer for men with a soothing formula. It hydrates, soothes, and protects skin as it combats the serious dryness caused by daily shaving.
$18

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Baxter of California - White Wood Number Three Candle
12.5 oz.
DETAILS: The scented-soy-wax-candle collection "White Wood" is a series of 3 distinct woodsy scents, with packaging design by Marc Atlan, an art director with packaging credits including Comme des Garcons, Helmut Lang and Yves Saint Laurent. Atlan, describes his design as "a play on the contrast between a classic restrained elegance and a bold modern statement" The White Wood candle collection was recently awarded Triple Platinum Winner by Creativity International for Health & Beauty Packaging, Green Packaging, and Retail Packaging. Burn time roughly 100 hours. 12.5 oz.
FRAGRANCE NOTES: Birch Tar, Leather, Guiac Wood, Rosemary Oil, Cedar
$50

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VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT IDEAS FOR NUDISTS

Some might argue that everyday is Valentine's Day for a nudist. Others would say that they're just like you and me and that they too need one day a year to celebrate l'amour. For the nudist, we've selected some essentials that will keep their skin in tip top condition. For the rest of us, shyness doesn't have to mean bad skin. Let's all partake of the below listed products and have our bodies shine with health whether we're wearing a bespoke suit or one of the birthday variety...

Baxter of California - Super Shape SPF 15
4 oz.

DETAILS: This super shape hydrating lotion for men is perfect for normal to dry skin and offers UVA and UVB protection with SPF 15. Use daily to moisturize and defend skin from the harmful effects of the sun and environments.

$20

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Diptyque - Smoothing Body Polish

DETAILS: Sumptuous, rich, regenerating. This body polish gently exfoliates, leaving the skin perfectly soft. Pomegranate seed oil acts as an emollient, making the skin silky and supple. The art of body care is a voyage of the senses. A poetic experience designed for the well-being of both the body and the soul.

$68

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Malin+Goetz - Vitamin b5 Body Moisturizer
7.5 oz

DETAILS: This oil-free, residue-free body moisturizer scientifically synthesizes natural vitamin b5 and soothing bergamot extract with absorbent fatty acids for performance. Naturally hydrates and ph balances all skin types, unlike traditionally greasy, pore-clogging oils and wax and silicone fillers. No slick or slippery false sense of moisturize. A nourishing treatment that eliminates wait-time for dressing. Natural fragrance and color. Easily integrated into daily maintenance and prevention regimen.

$38

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BACK IN BLACK: RESTOCK RECAP AT THE FIELD HOUSE

Pretty soon, we'll be inundated with new spring 2012 products. In the meantime, we've restocked many of our most popular items at the The Field House. Here's a recap of some of the recent revisits. If you've been waiting patiently for any of these from the last time we ran out, now is the time to act. And if you have any questions or need further assistance, hurry on up and email us at info@blackbirdballard.com or give us a ring-a-ding-ding at 866-500-2524.

Comme Des Garcons - Monocle Scent Two: Laurel
1.7 oz.

DETAILS: Woods meld with the green, citrus, and spice to form a crisp edge, and the most beautiful note of all, violet, offsets that edge with a floral sweetness that's definitely in the background but does a phenomenal job tying everything together. Made in France.

FRAGRANCE NOTES: thyme, lemon, grey pepper, cinnamon leaves, galbanum, bay laurel, violet, patchouli, oak, cedar

$120

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Malin+Goetz - Dark Rum Candle
9 oz.

DETAILS: The Dark Rum Candle is synthesized for its natural, warm notes and general well being. Modern and dynamic, this rich rum candle burns on its own and is beautifully paired with our Mojito Candle, creating a unique blend and perfect sensory balance tailored to an individual or couple, complimentary to our skin care and fragrance systems.

FRAGRANCE NOTES: Notes: Top notes of bergamot and plum; middle notes of rum and leather; base notes of amber, patchouli, and milk.

$48

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Blackbird Books - Ethan Stowell's New Italian Kitchen
240 pages

DETAILS: Welcome to Ethan Stowell's New Italian Kitchen - not so much a place as a philosophy. Here food isn't formal or fussy, just focused, with recipes that honor Italian tradition while celebrating the best ingredients the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Every page of Ethan Stowell's New Italian Kitchen captures the enthusiasm, humor, and imagination that make cooking one of life's best and most satisfying adventures. It's got to be good - but it's also got to be fun.

$35

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Ballard Bee Company - Honey Jar
12 oz.

DETAILS: BH honey's unique taste comes from the bees visiting in and around our Ballard neighborhood. Foraging pollen and nectar from the diverse plants that thrive in our local gardens and parks. Ballard Bee honey is unfiltered and raw so you can taste and appreciate all of the hard work these girls have done throughout the season.

$13

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TIS THE SEASON FOR... EYE CARE

Because this time of year is typically cold, dry and windy, our face and eyes can get pretty beat up by the weather. At Blackbird, we are aware of the unwanted effects the elements have on us and have stocked up to make sure you are adequately prepared. Below is a selection of our varied and powerful eye care products. As a reminder, you can stop by The Field House where we have testers and samples of some of these. The effects are as quick and suprising as they are habit forming.

Kyoku Eye Fuel
20 ml

DETAILS: Vitamin rich lavender oil, sea fennel wax, and bamboo extract combine with microparticle technology in the Eye Radiance Creme to reduce muscular contractions that lead to sagging skin and dark circles, resulting in a bright, even-toned under eye area.

$36.50

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Baxter of California - Under Eye Complex
1 oz.

DETAILS: This hydrating eye lotion for men is formulated for all skin types and is fragrance free. It minimizes puffiness and dark circles as it smooths and tones the delicate skin around the eyes.

$20

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Malin+Goetz - Rice Bran Eye Moisturizer
.45 oz.

DETAILS: This residue-free eye moisturizer synthesizes absorbent esters for optimal hydration without bleeding into eyes. Natural rice bran and soja protein-amino acids promote capillary circulation to reduce wrinkling, dark circles and puffiness while helping to firm, restore and repair. Contains natural fragrance and color.

$42

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Malin+Goetz = Cellular Renewal Cream
1.7 oz.

DETAILS: Cellular Renewal Cream is a nutrient rich and technologically advanced anti-aging product, that can be used all the way around the eye. Use (M+G) Serum underneath for an extra boost.

$90

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SIMPLE MATH: BRAVADO 3 BY BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - BRAVADO 3
DETAILS: Bravado 3 reminds us of something, but we can't quite put our finger on what exactly it is; some scent from the past that caught our eye and disappeared into anonymity before returning to us in a different form, something clean and classic. It's the sportiest fragrance we've got in the Apothecary, and we hesitate using the word sporty not only because of its connotation but also because the fragrance is definitely more fresh than it is sporty. Though relatively speaking, and for the sake of offering something a little different, we're gonna call it sporty, and we mean that in the best way possible. It smells like it would make you a better tennis player, like it belongs on your boat next to your box of cigars, like you could apply it mid-day in the mid-Summer and still smell cool, collected, and sexy at midnight. It builds on the citrus foundation laid out by Bravado 2, but the inclusion of lavender and nutmeg works to bring out much more character than offered by its predecessor. The woods are also more apparent in Bravado 3, along with a more substantial musk note, which still don't overpower but do give the scent a warmer, more diverse feel to it. The result is a brilliant display of tradition, with a citrus top-note, herby-floral-spicy character, and a woody-musky base, one might go as far as to call it chypre. NOTES: bergamot, mandarin, nutmeg, lavender, light florals, woods, musk.
$80

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ON GROOMING - BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA DOES IT ALL

Baxter of California does it all, and they do it all so well. Hair care, shave products, soaps, skin-care, fragrance--you name it, and Baxter has it. But the real brilliance of this line is not their wide variety, but the simplicity at the heart of it. Baxter is a line designed for men who want to look, feel and smell their best, without complex, expensive, time-consuming grooming regimens. If you fit that description, Baxter of California is a name for you to remember. Here are a few of our favorites:

BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - NIGHT CREAM AHA
DETAILS: this enriched night cream with alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) is a great hydrating lotion for men. It quickly delivers essential moisture to skin all night long. AHA gently exfoliates skin, actively removing dead surface cells and smoothing its texture
$27
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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - CLAY MASK
DETAILS: this clarifying clay facial mask acts as a deep cleansing and purifying treatment for normal to oily skin for a revitalized complexion. Botanical extracts soothe and supply hydration. Use once a week; apply a thin layer over cleansed face and neck, allow to dry, then remove with warm water.
$17
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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - RAZOR BUMP REPAIR
DETAILS: this savior formula is an exfoliating gel for ingrown hairs that is alcohol free. A unique blend of salicylic acid, along with witch hazel exfoliate the skin so that the hair shaft pierces through to avoid bumps.
$20

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - UNDER EYE COMPLEX
DETAILS: this hydrating eye lotion for men is formulated for all skin types and is fragrance free. It minimizes puffiness and dark circles as it smooths and tones the delicate skin around the eyes.
$20
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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - SHAVE 1-2-3 KIT
DETAILS: conventional wet shaving not only provides the closest shave possible, but nothing beats the luxury or pleasure of lathering up a quality badger brush and shaving in a traditionally masculine way. YOUR KIT INCLUDES: 10 oz. Super Close Shave Formula 4 oz. After Shave Balm, and a Baxter badger-hair Shave Brush.
$70
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BACK IN BLACK - BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA...AND EAMON TOO!

The Blackbird Apothecary will be back open today with Eamon from Blackbird Portland at the helm, come say hi and stock up on your favorites from Baxter of California. 

ON GROOMING: NEW POMADE OPTIONS FROM BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA

Hey there, Slick… or wait—was it Matte? The choice is now yours with FIVE great new pomades from Baxter of California. Your friendly neighborhood Blackbird Apothecary has got the scoop on our newest faves in the hair department. In order of decreasing slickness:

BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - SLICK POMADE

NOTES: This'll get you that look that pretty much every single guy in Inception was sporting. Medium hold with a glistening sheen, or in a word, classic.

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - HARD WATER POMADE

NOTES: This guy'll surpass the the Slick Pomade in terms of hold, but it'll produce approximately the same type of sheen. Kind of a wet look type of thing, but without the whole having to go back to 1992 for a tub of this stuff.

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - SOFT WATER POMADE

NOTES: Soft Water Pomade is perfect for something like a how-Johnny-Depp-looked-in-that-movie-Cry-baby sort of look. That is to say, shiny without the commitment of firm hold, so you can get a little pouty and tousled if you like.

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - CREAM POMADE

NOTES: Cream Pomade gives you that I'm-not-actually-wearing-hair-product aesthetic. End result looks extremely natural, and perfect for dudes who don't like to admit that they're "using product" (it's OK—we won't tell).

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BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - CLAY POMADE

NOTES: In our humble opinion, this stuff is the pièce de résistance of the collection, because we've never really seen or smelled anything like it! Notes of sage are predominant in this earthy concoction, and it provides an extremely firm hold without any of the sparkle that a water-based pomade would. It seems like the kind of stuff that Hemingway might've seen fit to palm onto his noggin.

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Oh, and you apothecary fans ought to go check us out on Facebook, and don't forget that our grooming box contest is up and running! Stop into our store today to enter.

A BLACKBIRD LOOK- THE BLACKEST OF THE BLACK

"Black on black, and so much class"

Baxter of California - Jasmin Noir Candle

DETAILS: Fragrance Notes: Star Jasmine, Gardenia, Woodbine, Honeysuckle and Narcissus. This 9 oz. soy based candle will burn roughly 70 hours.

$45

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Odyn Vovk - 4-Pocket Button Up Linen

in Black

DETAILS: Slim-fitting four-pocket shirt made from a tough linen fabric. Controlled seams a long the hem to allow slight unraveling with wear without it getting out of control. Raw edges asymmetrical seamwork along the back. Pockets are intricately constructed with three separate panels along the front. Made in USA.

$355

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Tanner - Standard Belt

in Black with Black Hardware

DETAILS: Hand cut 11 oz. vegetable dyed English Bridle leather belt with powder-coated roller buckle and keeper set, hand burnished and waxed edges, and stamped "Portland, Ore. Tanner Goods" maker's mark in black.

MEASUREMENTS:

Approximately 1.5" across.

FIT:

We recommend sizing one size up from your normal waist size. For example, if your favorite jeans are a size 32 or 33 then Tanner's size 34 is the one you want.

NOTE FROM TANNER:

Tanner Goods are produced by hand with simple tools in small batches in our studio in Portland, Oregon. We utilize the same heritage techniques that have been passed down for generations, and put painstaking care into each and every piece. Our products are crafted to be used day in and day out, wearing with distinction over time.

$84

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Heutchy - Casey

in black

DETAILS: Hi-top sneaker with black Italian calf skin toe cap, back ankle trim, lace front with eight black silver eyelets and tubular black waxed cotton laces, and a 2x2 inch blank square label at outer ankle. Fine hair English suede upper and tongue in black, with a classic rubber sneaker sole in black.

Heutchy's mission is to create a shoe that's of an intelligent, modern design; something that bridges that gap between casual and formal. Heutchy offers a limited selection of styles that convey a balance of simplicity, comfort and originality. Collection from designer Wells Stellberger.

$277

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Blackbird by Han - Endless Sun

in black with grey Temples

DETAILS: Blackbird's own sleek and smart Endless sunglasses; our classic, hand-finished, black frames are uniquely contrasted by matte gray temple arms.

Note: These sunglasses also look great in the dark.

Black UV filter lenses

MEASURES: Temple Length 144 mm, Eye Size 51 mm

$165

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Comme des Garcons - SA 210E Embossed Line

in black

DETAILS: Embossed cowhide leather zip wallet with three side zip closure, four card slots, currency pocket, coin pouch.

MEASUREMENTS: 4-inches x 4-3/4 inches

Made in Spain

Comme Des Garcons translates into French as "like boys" and is headed and owned and was founded in 1969 by Rei Kawakubo. Comme des Garcons collections are designed in the Comme des Garcons studio in Aoyama, Tokyo and are made in Japan, France, Spain and Turkey.

$220

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Vim Beget - Canis Bracelet

DETAILS: Basic dog tag-style bracelet with intricately hand-woven blackened chain and blank blackened plate emblem.

Vim Beget jewelry is completely handmade. Starting with wire on a spool, spinning it into coils, and cutting it into separate rings. Each ring is hand-woven into a strand of chain. Pendant pieces are cut from German silver sheet, hand filed and soldered. What results is a piece that is unique and possesses the qualities that only the hand-made process can create.

$175

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Blackbird - Hazlewood Jean

in stolen black

DETAILS: 100% cotton five-pocket jeans with three button fly and waist button closure in stolen black. Made from a rare black warp and weft raw midweight denim with a slightly waxy finish that will age beautifully with wear. Heavyweight woven cotton hanging front pockets with matte black metal rivets and large coin pocket on the right side. Slim legs that straighten out at the knee. Thick unmarked black suede patch at rear right waist band.< /div>

Interior care tag reads, "Wash cold inside-out. Hang out to dry. Call your mother."

Made in the U.S.A.

$145
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Blackbird - Ghost Series: George

in black

DETAILS: Blackbird is haunted. Our Ghost Series t-shirts feature ghosts from the past immortalized to remind us that life is mysterious. This shirt features George, a surly spirit that never wanted to be the foreman of an unlicensed deck crew; he likes salty licorice and his garden.

Each shirt is 100% washed cotton jersey, slim fitting with busted hem detail on the collar, sleeves, and hemline. The ghostly patinas are unique to each individual shirt so yours will vary.

$65

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ON GROOMING: TWO EXCELLENT SPF OFFERINGS FROM BLACKBIRD APOTHECARY

It's that time of year again—you know, when the sun visits us in the PNW for a few days and the thermometer hits 55˚ again and dudes start taking their shirts off for some reason (for better or for worse). No matter where you're stationed, it's important to protect your skin from harmful sun damage through these days. Blackbird Apothecary suggests these two great products to keep your epidermis safe for Spring and Summer:

MALIN + GOETZ - SPF 15 FACE MOISTURIZER

$48.00

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Natural vitamins E, A, B, C and D synthesize absorbent, residue-free fatty acids to gently and effectively hydrate and balance all skin types. Broad spectrum spf 15 and antioxidants help create a barrier against sun damage, environmental toxins and free radicals without pore-clogging oils and parabens. Nourishing shea butter and soothing chamomile help retain moisture and reduce Irritation. Natural fragrance an color—no nonsense here, thank you.

KEY INGREDIENTS: octinoxate 7.5%, octisalate 5.0%, oxybenzone 2.0%. Vitamins E, A, B, C and D and fatty acids

BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA - SUPER SHAPE SPF

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This super shape hydrating lotion for men is perfect for normal to dry skin and offers UVA and UVB protection with SPF 15. Use daily to moisturize and defend skin from the harmful effects of the sun.

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APOTHECARY GOODIE BAGS

The Blackbird Apothecary’s been around for about a year and a half now, and it’s undergone all sorts of changes since it’s inauguration. There are, however, a couple of things that’ve managed to hang around for all this time. We’re referring of course to our good friends from both Baxter and Malin + Goetz.

Baxter of California was started in 1965 after Baxter Finley moved to LA and had a tough time finding a functional masculine moisturizer. So he created his own, Super Shape, one of the first lotions created specifically for man. This soon led to a full line of products, giving Baxter a chokehold on the men’s grooming market long before its modern resurgence.

Baxter of California Super Shape SPF 15

DETAILS: This super shape hydrating lotion for men is perfect for normal to dry skin and offers UVA and UVB protection with SPF 15. Use daily to moisturize and defend skin from the harmful effects of the sun and environments.

$20

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Malin + Goetz, or Matthew Malin and Andrew Goetz, came from mixed backgrounds in cosmetics, grooming, and design when they joined forces to create an easy, natural, and versatile skincare line. Using a two-step treatment to effectively balance skin’s pH levels, and providing special attention to sensitive skin and hair-types, Malin + Goetz offers a practical upgrade from the irritating, chemical-filled shampoos and face washes you see in most drugstores today.

Malin + Goetz Vitamin E Face Moisturizer

DETAILS: This oil-free, residue-free moisturizer synthesizes natural Vitamins E and B5 and soothing Chamomile with absorbent fatty acids. Gently and effectively hydrates and ph balances all skin types, unlike traditionally greasy pore-clogging oils, for an intensely nourishing treatment, reducing epidermal irritation for the most sensitive of skin. Perfect foundation for immediate make-up application. Natural fragrance and color. Easily integrated into daily maintenance and prevention regimen. Active Ingredients: Glycerin and sodium pca hydrate. Hyaluronic acid and vitamins e and b5 nourish. Allantoin, chamomile, and milk soothe and calm.

$45

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Now that you know a bit about these awesome lines, we can get to the icing on the cake. For a limited time, each Apothecary purchase will be accompanied by a large selection of samples from either of these lines!

For him, we’ve got shave cream, after-shave, moisturizer, and face-wash, all from Baxter of California.

For her, we have Malin + Goetz’ face cleanser, moisturizer, detox face-mask, and cilantro hair conditioner.

We know it’s tough to commit to a new body product without first trying it. So don’t! Come in, pick up some samples, and let us know how they work. That way you’ll be able to try some things, see if they make a difference, and make an informed decision from there. No strings attached.