Editor's Pick! A Curated List of Local Wellness Products
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In Ventura County, we are extremely fortunate to have a plethora of naturally focused artisans creating a variety of organic and locally sourced products. So many of these items are part of a healing journey for different reasons. In this small collection, I have selected samples of food and drink, oils that can be used topically or internally, natural body products and the best utensils to help avoid plastic.
The Bamboo Straw Company
The Bamboo Straw Co. believes in fair-trade, giving back and partnering with each consumer on this great adventure by treating our planet and all who live here with great respect and love. They provide socially responsible, eco-conscious and organic alternatives to plastic through bamboo straws, bamboo utensils and other eco-friendly products.
$15. Purchase online at TheBambooStraw.co
Bogue Soaps
These beautiful soaps are made with meticulously researched botanicals, pure essential oils, organic and sustainable ingredients responsibly sourced or locally grown in Ojai. Each of the all-natural, handmade, artisanal bath, wellness and hair and body products are created & wildcrafted to be mindful and effective.
$6.75 Order online at BogueMilkSoap.com
CORKY’S NUTS Cold Pressed Organic Walnut Oil
This warm oil, winner of a Good Food Foundation 2020 Award, is rich in omega fatty acids and essential vitamins and minerals and can be used for both food and/or body. Consuming it—add to dressings, garnish pasta, drizzle over ice cream or oatmeal—can help regulate blood sugar, reduce cholesterol and support brain function. Used externally it an excellent emollient and helps with psoriasis, eczema, dandruff, and fine lines (yes, safe for daily skin use).
$28. Purchase online at CorkysNuts.com.
Honey Shine Calendula Salve
The soothing salve contains a powerful healing property for most skin issues and conditions. Calendula, a medicinal flower, soothes eczema, cuts, wounds rashes and burns plus many more. Salves come in three sizes 4 oz, 2 oz, and 1 oz.
Ranging in price from $6.25-$18.75.
To order visit HoneyCalendulaSalve.com or on Instagram @Honey_Shine_Calendula
Pure Wild Collagen
PureWild delivers 3,ooo mgs of the cleanest marine collagen on the planet in each 12oz bottle. Sustainably sourced and sustainable packaged, PureWild is the only non-GMO certified and Kosher certified clean label collagen drink available. PureWild comes in 3 delicious flavors: Lime Agave Ginseng, Blueberry Holy Basil & Mango Turmeric.
Buy locally at Rainbow Bridge. PureWild.com
Wild at Heart
This hyper-local Californian kimchi is probiotic, vegan, organic and raw. It is sourced from local organic farms, wildly crafted in small batches and fermented in glass for 4-6 weeks, giving it the most robust flavors. This natural probiotic aids in digestion and supports a healthy immune system.
$14.50. Purchase online at WildatHeartOjai.com.
