Thank You Sale! Save 20%

You've been awfully good to us this year, so here's a little something for you! Take 20% off your entire purchase using code THANKS2014 at checkout through January 2nd. Thank you all for another record-breaking year!

Happy WInter Solstice from Wild Rose!

All of us at Wild Rose would like to wish you a very Merry Winter Solstice and an abundant holiday season! We are filled with gratitude for your continued support for our small business. We have a little something special coming for you next week!

Get your Holiday Orders in by December 16th!

Just 10 days left to get your holiday orders in for delivery by Xmas within the US! The sooner the better - This date is subject to change and delivery snafus are a reality this time of year. Express shipping available through the main site - www.wildroseherbs.com

Giving Tuesday at Wild Rose

We're celebrating another #givingtuesday by giving to our favorite charities! This year, donations are being made to Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center, Wildlife Images, Black Mesa Indigenous Support, Peaceful Uprising and Units'ot'en Camp. We couldn't support the vital work of these amazing groups without our loyal customers. Thank you all for investing in a sustainable future!

Find out more about Giving Tuesday.

Small Business Saturday is Here! Shop Local for Wild Rose

This Small Business Saturday shop local for Wild Rose // Wild Man products at one of the many independently-owned retail stores that carry our products worldwide! We love our retail clients and encourage customers to shop with them. It saves you money on shipping and puts dollars right into your local economy - everyone wins! The above photo shows a few of our products carried by the beautiful store Foggy Notion in San Francisco. Find a stockist near you!

Black Friday // Cyber Monday Sale at Wild Rose!

Shop our Black Friday // Cyber Monday Sale now through December 1st!

• Save 25% on all 50ml Beard Conditioners
• Save 10% on select gift sets
• Save 15% on all skin care

Hot Cranberry Gingerade to Fight the Cold

Many of us are incredibly busy during the holiday season and it's easy to get rundown, increasing chances of illness. It's important to take breaks, stay hydrated and nourished during times of stress, so I'd like to share with you my secret holiday season weapon: Cranberry Gingerade!

This simple tea is a quick and delicious way to get a powerful dose of Vitamin C, antioxidants and nutritious ginger all while increasing hydration and (in theory) taking a break to drink it! To make Cranberry Gingeade, put your kettle on the stove and prepare the following in a 16oz mason jar:

• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 5-10 fresh or frozen cranberries
• 2-3 thin slices of fresh ginger root, or 1/4-1/2 tsp dry powder
• 1 TBSP honey or sweetener of choice

When your kettle begins to boil, pour hot water over your ingredients in the mason jar up to the first line on the jar's neck. After steeping for a few minutes, the cranberries should float to the top. CAREFULLY mash these with a spoon to pop them open and release their juice. Continue steeping for at least five minutes.

Once steeped, you can either strain your tea through a coffee filter or use a bombilla to drink your tea straight from the jar after it has cooled.

Stay healthy by taking care of yourself this holiday season!

Spa Gift Sets for Everyone

Who doesn't love a spa day? Our spa gift sets are an affordable, yet luxurious treat for anyone needing a little R&R (basically, everyone - including yourself!).

We've put together six different sets to cover all tastes and personalities on your list. Each set is hand-picked for an indulgent at-home spa experience.

All sets include on of our artisanal bath salts, plus accompanying products including masks, muscle rubs, aromatherapy sprays and delicious lip balms.

Shop all of our spa gift sets for your loved ones, or yourself!

Holiday Lip Balms are Back!

Our Holiday Lip Balm Set is back! We recentl restocked our Candy Cane and Hot Cocoa natural lip balms, so we've put together your favorite seasonal flavors into one delicious set.

Four delicious, festive lip balms to bring you and yours a little holiday cheer! These carefully crafted lip balms are a customer favorite - get yours while they last! This set includes .15oz tubes of the following:

Hot Cocoa - Natural Lip Balm

Candy Cane - Natural Lip Balm

Apple Cider - Natural Lip Balm

Spiced Chai - Natural Lip Balm

Introducing Wild Rose's Artisan Bath Salts!

One of Wild Rose's earliest offerings was a clay and essential oil-infused bath salt. After selling out during one particularly busy holiday season, we vowed to bring back our popular bath salts with upgraded ingredients and a more diverse range. We're happy to announce that our new artisanal bath salts are finally here! Available now in the following handcrafted blends:

 

Solstice Purifying Bath is a balanced blend designed to gently detoxify, purify and rejuvenate the body, leaving your skin soft and radiant.

Raven Soothing Bath is a calming blend designed to detoxify the body and ease the mind.  

Cocoamint Refreshing Bath is an invigorating blend designed to nurture tired muscles and refresh the mind.

Orchard Peach Nourishing Bath captures the sweetness of Summer in a comforting bath to enjoy year-round.

Passion Romantic Bath is an enchanting blend designed to promote relaxation and bliss for the body and mind.
 

Equinox Sale! Save 20% Through September 26th!

Happy Autumn Equinox!* Celebrate with 20% off your entire purchase using code AUTUMN2014 at checkout now through September 26th.

Did you know that on the equinoxes you can balance an egg with (relative) ease? Give it a try!

*Happy Spring Equinox to our friends in the Southern Hemisphere!

Brand New! Seasonal Beard Conditioners are Here!

Introducing the newest members of the Wild Man family - four Limited Edition Beard Conditioners including Dark Roast, Solstice, Windfall and Yule!

Dark Roast Wild Man Beard Conditioner
Rich, fresh-brewed coffee with sweet undertones. We use organic coffee extract and coffee bean essential oil for a well-rounded caffeine kick for your beard.

Solstice Wild Man Beard Conditioner
Refreshing and cool with a warm, gentle spice. A calming balance of extremes, this complex oil has a little something for everyone.

Windfall Wild Man Beard Conditioner
Autumn-sweet apple with a deep, warming spice. We use certified organic, true-to-source apple extract for a genuine scent that is not overpowering. Just crisp, spiced apple for your Autumn-bearding enjoyment.

Yule Wild Man Beard Conditioner
The festive scent of an ancient conifer forest blended to pine perfection. We took the highest quality organic and wildcrafted evergreen essential oils to bring you the best, most balanced pine tree scent you will ever find. Commence merriment! 

Our seasonal Beard Conditioners are only available for a limited time. We also offer a trial size seasonal sampler pack so you can try them all. Pick your favorite and grab a bottle before they're gone!

Product Spotlight: Elderberry Lip Balm

Late Summer brings us ripe elderberries for jams, medicine and.. lip balm! Our Elderberry Lip Balm is infused with wildcrafted Elderflower and Elderberry. We use locally made Organic Elderberry Extract for a genuine, sun-ripened Elderberry flavor. Foragers, rejoice!

The soft berry color of this lip balm is achieved by infusing organic elderberries in coconut oil. This beautiful shade actually goes on clear and will not color the lips. But it does impart a rich elderberry flavor!

Elderberries are ripe for such a short time, but our Elderberry Lip Balm can be enjoyed year-round!

Super Moon Sale! Save 20% Now!

Save 20% using code SUPERMOON8 now through August 10th! And don't miss the epic super moon!

The Summer Garden at Wild Rose

Summer is here in Southern Oregon and our permaculture gardens are exploding with fresh food and herbs! We grow all of our own Calendula and Yarrow in our annual veggie gardens because they are wonderful allies for our food crops. They attract beneficial insects, improve flavor and keep the soil healthy. 

This is a first year garden on our new homestead. We established this garden using the lasagna gardening method with the help of a couple loads of rich, USDA organic compost. Our compost is from Southern Oregon Compost, a local company that reclaims local waste and transform it into black gold.

Calendula is perfect paired with tomatoes. Our tomatoes aren't quite ripe, but we are sure to have an epic crop this year!

We also practice bio-intensive gardening which combines beneficial crops into the same bed to best utilize space and increase yields. Here, our early kale plants are using space not yet taken up by our young squash. Lettuce also fills unused space as the squash grows.

When establishing our garden, we left this large wild Yarrow patch intact. I was surprised to see it bloom in hues of pink - a color only found in ornamental and high elevation varieties. This beautiful bunch will provide us with Yarrow for many years to come!

Clear Summer Skin with Wild Rose's Clarity Line

For those of us with oily or blemish-prone skin, keeping skin clear through the Summer can be tricky - particularly during these hot, dry spells! Rising temperatures can increase oil production and sweat, which in turn requires a more intensive cleaning regimen. But, extra washing combined with the dry air can leave skin parched, causing oil glands to work overtime. Thus, more washing, and the cycle continues.

Our Clarity skin care line has been developed with balance in mind. Clarity is an aromatherapy-based system that supports clear, blemish-free skin for all ages and skin types by working with your skin's natural cycles to reduce breakouts. Clarity combines pure botanicals with organic essential oils for an effective regimen that will not over-dry or irritate sensitive skin. All without chemicals or synthetic materials, this system is 100% plant-based. Perfect for blemish-prone and oily skin, beneficial for all. Clarity is a three-step daily regimen plus a weekly/as needed mineral facial mask.

Step one: Clarity Calendula Cleanser. A gentle, yet effective botanical cleanser balances and purifies for clear and healthy skin. This liquid facial wash is enhanced with organic Calendula extract plus organic essential oils of Tea Tree, Pink Grapefruit and Pacific Northwest Lavender for deep cleansing. Clarity's scent is refreshing, fruity and slightly floral.

Use just a few drops of this concentrated wash to lather in wet hands before applying to the face. Massage gently in a circular motion with fingertips or your favorite facial brush. Rinse well with warm water and lightly pat dry.

Step two: Clarity Purifying Facial Toner. This all natural astringent is made with soothing organic Witch Hazel extract plus organic essential oils of Tea Tree, Grapefruit and Pacific Northwest Lavender. These powerful plant-based ingredients work together to draw out stubborn impurities and tighten pores. 

After cleansing, apply just a few drops to a dry face using a clean cotton ball to remove excess impurities and tighten pores.

Step three is the Clarity Balancing Moisturizer. This lightweight, highly absorbent oil-based moisturizer combines Grapeseed and Borage Seed oils to balance and nourish picky skin. Enhanced with organic essential oils of Tea Tree, Pacific Northwest Lavender, Pink Grapefruit, Palmarosa and German Chamomile to soothe and hydrate skin without clogging pores. Clarity Balancing Moisturizer is designed to mimic your skin's natural oils and will leave your face feeling soft, clear and hydrated with sparing, recommended use.

 After cleansing and toning, allow face to air dry. Then rub just a few drops between the palms before gently patting onto the face and neck. Generally, 3-5 drops will be enough to hydrate the entire face depending on your skin type.

For best results, we recommend including our Clarity Purifying Facial Mask in your skincare regimen at least weekly, or more as needed. This gently purifying mask combines detoxifying French Yellow Clay with exfoliating Witch Hazel Bark for an effective, yet enjoyable spa experience. Enhanced with organic essential oils of Tea Tree, Pacific Northwest Lavender, Lemon Peel, Carrot Seed and German Chamomile. This unique blend will purify skin and fill your bathroom with a calm herbacious, lightly floral therapeutic aroma.

This is a dry powder mask that you mix at home. This eliminates the need for nasty preservatives, allows you to mix the mask to your desired consistency and gives you at least double the product! This jar pictured above will last for at least 24 treatments.

In a small dish, combine 1 tsp mask with 1 tsp water. This will activate the essential oils, filling the air with a rich, botanical aroma. Apply to face and let dry for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water, gently rubbing to exfoliate. Use as needed depending on skin type, at least once a week. 

So stop fighting your skin this Summer! Healthy and balanced skin is possible with gentle, natural products like those found in our Clarity line. 

Wild Rose Herbs on the Urban Outiftters Blog!

We were recently interviewed by Urban Outfitters for their studio visit blog! View the full interview below:

WILD ROSE

Ashley Bessler from Wild Rose on how a childhood of bad-tasting supplements led to her own herbal apothecary line. Images provided by Wild Rose

Hello Ashley! Can you tell us a bit about the history of Wild Rose?
I learned the value of a DIY ethic at a young age. I was raised by a single mother of three and resourcefulness was key in our household. My mom gets credit for introducing me to herbalism. Teas, tinctures and bad-tasting supplements were always on hand, and colorful herb books filled our shelves. This, combined with my immersion in the local punk scene, made me crave the skills necessary to be totally self-reliant. Despite doing well in school, I skipped college and invested in a small library of books on everything from aromatherapy to homesteading.

At first, I didn’t intend to sell my creations. I made them as an alternative to store-bought synthetic products for myself, family and close friends. It wasn’t long before I was selling my herbal salves to the local health food store, funding my new-found hobby. I maintained a low-key presence at farmer's markets and craft fairs for the next four years, even while living off the grid in Northern California. When I found myself back in “the city,” I decided to take my most treasured recipes and reincarnate my products under the name Wild Rose.

Can you tell us more about the ingredients you use?Wild Rose is my response to an economy where the ecological, political, and social costs of manufacturing are veiled. I spend much of my time tracking down raw materials, packaging, and even office supplies to their source. This minimizes or eliminates the social, environmental, and ethical footprint of my products by choosing sources that are non-GMO, sustainably harvested, organic, or fair trade. I grow many of the fresh botanicals needed for my recipes just outside my workshop.

Are there any seasonal ingredients you're excited to experiment with as we go into the summer season?Right now our rose bushes are incredibly productive. We collect fresh blooms daily, leaving plenty for the bees and butterflies as well. The petals are dried and powdered for use in our Attunement Facial Mask and Bloom Muscle Rub. Calendula is another flower we grow heavily on the farm. These I tincture fresh for our handmade calendula extract, a vital ingredient for our face washes and Ink Spray Tattoo Aftercare.* Calendula is also dried for use in our Wild Man Clean Shave Soap and Garden Carrot Hand Cream.* Summer is also time for collecting fresh yarrow, rosemary, cayenne peppers, lavender and sage. Every year, we grow more of our own botanicals right on the land.

Tell us about your studio setup.
We're incredibly lucky to operate out of a 400-square-foot workshop on our two-acre homestead in the heart of Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley. Most days I float between making products, computer work, and tending to the garden. I'm fortunate to have help from my mother and mother-in-law. The mom team helps me with packing orders, answering emails, and bulk bottling/labeling.

When I get the chance to make a new product, I generally look through my "personal stash" for inspiration. All of my products started as a custom recipe for myself or a loved one. I then do an immense amount of research to get the very best ingredients available. The specific formulation of a product could be called intuitive. I tend to know exactly how many drops or milliliters of an ingredient will give me the result I want. 

Tell us about working in Oregon. What brought you there and why do you stay?Southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley is a hotspot for alternative entrepreneurs. I gain my inspiration from those who have come before me—the formidable, independent herbal and beauty companies who started right here. Of course, I believe the main reason this area is so full of successful, alternative businesses is due to our beautiful surroundings. Southern Oregon, part of the Klamath-Siskiyou Region, is known as a climate “melting pot” as we see the confluence of four different bioregions: North Pacific Coast, Cascades, Great Basin and California’s Central Valley. The people here are varied, but we all hold the same basic values: a focus on sustainability, a love of nature, and a desire to protect this critical bioregion for future generations.

What are some of your favorite Oregon spots? Can you divulge any secret swimming holes you love?Grants Pass is a pretty small town (a population of about 33,000) and the largest in the county! You’ll be hard pressed to find a restaurant open past 9pm. And if you’re looking to shop downtown on a Sunday or Monday—forget it! Grants Pass runs on its own schedule; even the cops hold banker’s hours. Most locals find entertainment outdoors, especially on the Rogue River, which runs right through downtown Grants Pass.

This area holds the largest concentration of intact watersheds in the Pacific Northwest, which means we also hold the largest concentrations of secret swimming holes! I’ve lived in the region for seven years, and I feel like I’ve only begun to explore the endless rivers, streams, and lakes. One of my favorites is on the Illinois River about six miles up Illinois River Road out of Selma. It’s a steep hike down the canyon, but a gentle and deep swimming hole awaits with plenty of jumping rocks.

A few more miles up this road you’ll find the infamous Illinois River foot bridge where daring locals take a 60-foot plunge in the river. Another favorite spot is actually north of Grants Pass along the Umpqua River. If you take Highway 138 East out of Roseburg, you’ll be treated to one of the most scenic and easily-accesible drives through the Cascades. There’s more waterfalls than one can visit within a day, plus the most epic natural hot springs near Toketee Falls.

 

*The original blog posted by UO had many errors regarding the botanicals included in our products. I have corrected the errors here for clarity and truthfulness.

Save 20% at our Summer Solstice Sale!

Take 20% off your entire order using code SUMMER2014 at checkout now through June 22nd! Happy Summer Solstice!

Battle of the Beards!

We had a blast at The Battle of the Beards! Congratulations to our grand champion, Damion, and his awesome mustache (and lederhosen!). We're incredibly grateful for The Rogue Valley Messenger for organizing such an awesome event, as well as The Rocky Tonk for hosting, the bands for playing and the judges, competitors and spectators for bringing the fun! This event helped raised funds for The Bee Girl Foundation - a pollinator education program based in the Rogue Valley.

We had our full Wild Man line available at our booth and loved meeting so many new friends. Plus, each competitor went home with some Wild Man goodies! Check out Uniquely Rogue's recap of the event below:

Southern Oregon Battle of the Beards

Wild Rose is proud to sponsor Southern Oregon's First Annual Battle of the Beards! Join us this Saturday, June 8th between 12 and 8 at the Rocky Tonk Saloon in Medford. We'll be joining in the fun with plenty of prizes for contestants plus we'll have our full Wild Man line available for purchase.

This event is presented by The Rogue Valley Messenger and benefits The Bee Girl Foundation - an important pollinator education program!

The competition will have six facial hair categories including:
1. Gnarliest Full Natural Beard
2. Best Groomed Beard w/ Styled Mustache
3. Best Partial Natural Beard
4. Freestyle
5. Women's Freestyle
6. Best Mustache

Registration, prize and competition info is located on RogueValleyMessenger.com!

With music from Buckle Rash, The Legendary Goodtimes, and Ern Diggle & The Rattlers.  

Whether your competing, supporting or spectating - be sure to stop by our booth and say hello!

New Moon Menstrual Massage Balm with Roman Chamomile and Sage

Introducing New Moon - a soothing botanical balm for menstrual massage. New Moon is formulated with an herbaceous blend of Sweet Marjoram, Cypress and Sage spiced with Fresh Ginger Root to stimulate circulation and add warmth. We finish with mellow Roman Chamomile and a little Rose Geranium, ideal for easing tense muscles. New Moon's comforting aroma is a soft floral / herbal mix with very subtle spice.

New Moon contains essential oils that are not recommended for use during pregnancy.

Massage sparingly into the lower back and abdomen as needed to ease menstrual discomfort. We recommend using this massage balm in combination with a heat pad for best results. Can also be used to massage any stiff or sore muscles, especially the neck and back.

Bloom Muscle Rub with Arnica & Rose

We're excited to share with your our newest addition - Bloom Gentle Muscle Rub! Potent Arnica and soothing Rose are infused in hydrating Organic Coconut Oil and Pacific Northwest Beeswax for maximum absorption. Enhanced with precious essential oils of Cardamom, German Chamomile, Rose Geranium and Helichrysum for a gently penetrating muscle rub. Bloom's aroma is complexly floral and sweet with the subtle spice of cardamom.

Bloom is designed to be well tolerated and gentle on sensitive skin. This means that the power of this balm is not necessarily felt on the skin, but deep in the muscles hours after application. A good arnica balm is essential for the herbal medicine chest, and we've worked hard to bring you the best formula possible!

New Wild Man Beard Cream Scents!

Our best-selling Wild Man Beard Cream is now available in all four traditional scents, plus an unscented version! Wild Man Beard Cream is a deep-conditioning beard balm ideal for moisturizing and softening the driest, scratchiest beards. Our long lasting formula of Organic Coconut Oil and Pacific Northwest Beeswax allows light styling, leaving your beard soft and non-greasy. Particularly recommended for those with dry skin/hair (characterized by an itchy, flaky and unruly beard) or those living in dry or extreme climates. Our unique, therapeutic-grade essential oil blends naturally condition hair and act as an aromatherapy aid with a subtle, beard-appropriate scent.

Choose your favorite scent in either small, .85oz jars or large 4oz jars!

THE ORIGINAL: Woodsy, herbaceous and slightly sweet, without overpowering your senses. Our first, and still our most popular choice. 

RAVEN: Reminiscent of the damp and diverse forests found in the Pacific Northwest. It's earthy, woodsy and cool with a subtle spice that is hard to place. 

TUNDRA: A cooling blend of Oregon-grown Peppermint and refreshing Lemon mellowed with exotic and warm Peru Balsam. 

COVE: Sweet cold-pressed Lime toned down with grounding Sage and spiked with Tea Tree. Fresh, yet relaxing. 

THE NIHILIST: Totally unscented, nothingness at its best! If you're buying for someone with notoriously sensitive skin or sense of smell, we recommend this unscented option.

New Trial Size Wild Man Beard Oil Conditioner Sample Packs

We understand that picking scents over the internet is risky, so we now offer a trial size sampler pack of our four traditional Wild Man Beard Conditioner scents! This sweet little set contains 3.7 ml // 1 dram dropper vials of The Original, Raven, Tundra and Cove in an unbleached cotton drawstring bag. That's enough for 1-2 weeks of daily use for each scent (1-2 months total use per pack) - plenty of time to pick your favorite scent!

Wild Man Beard Conditioner is a highly absorbent, moisturizing and lightweight oil ideal for the daily maintenance of the skin and beard. Perfect for all skin and hair types, this oil mimics your skin's natural moisturizers, absorbs quickly, strengthens hair and leaves your beard with a subtle shine and soft feel. Our unique therapeutic grade essential oil blends naturally condition hair and act as an aromatherapy aid with a subtle, beard-appropriate scent. Each Wild Rose product is ethically crafted from the finest natural ingredients available.

May Day Sale!

Happy May Day! Enjoy 20% off using code MAYDAY2014 now through May 4th at www.wildroseherbs.com

Three New Botanical Lip Tints

In addition to our new lip balms, we've added three new botanical lip tints to our line! Our lip tints are crafted with herbal oil infusions and color-rich clays for naturally bold color.

Roseberry Lip Tint is naturally colored with Alkanet, Elderberry and Rosehip for a sheer reddish-pink reminiscent of rose petal jam. Sweet Organic Strawberry and softly floral Rose extracts give this lip tint a deliciously feminine flavor.

Pomegranate Lip Tint is naturally colored with Australian Red Clay and organic herbs for a deep, intense red - one of our most vibrantly colored shades. Organic Pomegranate Extract gives this tint a subtly fruity flavor.

Mandarin Fig Lip Tint is naturally colored with Australian Pink Clay and Alkanet root for a vibrant and deep pinkish-red. Sweet organic fig and tangy organic mandarin are added for a subtle, yet irresistible flavor. The clay in our Pomegranate and Mandarin Fig tints make a more vibrant, matte color compared to our other lip tints. This consistency is somewhere between a lip sheer and lipstick, giving you a natural, yet saturated lip color.

Made with a rich base of deeply hydrating Coconut Oil, softening Mango Butter and nourishing Rose Hip Seed Oil, these balms provide lasting moisture without being sticky or waxy. We never use micas, making our products safe for sensitive skin and entirely free of heavy metals and toxic additives.

New Lip Balms for Summer & Spring!

Spring has arrived, along with four new lip balm flavors! Let's meet our new favorites:

In Southern Oregon, the harbinger of Spring is the pear blossom bloom - so we've captured this magical Springtime event in our new Pear Blossom Lip Balm! Sweet and slightly floral, a little Spring for your lips! Enhanced with juicy Organic Pear and Sweet Violet extracts for a delectable, unique lip treat.

Our Catnip Lip Balm was inspired by our resident feline and catnip connoisseur - Rydley. Infused with pure Catnip Essential Oil for an herbacious, fresh and minty flavor. This lip balm is enhanced with extracts of stimulating Gunpowder Green Tea and strengthening Gotu Kola. May cause kitty snuggles. Catnip Lip Balm has a much higher rate of cat theft than any other lip balm - do not leave unattended with know thief-cats. If missing, check under the couch or refrigerator.

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For those of you who have an active countdown to beach days, we've concocted the most delicious Piña Colada Lip Balm you will ever find. Creamy Organic Coconut lip balm spiked with tangy-sweet Pineapple. A Summertime favorite made with organic, true-to-source fruit extracts for deliciously genuine Piña Colada flavor. It's no substitute for a vacation, but it might help you handle the wait.

And finally, we haven't forgotten our friends in the Southern Hemisphere who are faced with Autumn and Winter. Banana Bread Lip Balm captures the flavor of your favorite comfort food for year-round enjoyment. This creamy lip balm is made with real Organic Banana Extract for a delicious, genuine flavor that no synthetic ingredient can beat! We added just a touch of Organic Walnut Extract for sweet banana bread perfection.