For centuries, herbs have been used for their medicinal, culinary and aromatic properties. Today, many of the best herbs for skin are also valued in natural beauty rituals and spa treatments for their soothing, healing and rejuvenating benefits. From calming lavender to antioxidant-rich rosemary, herbs for skincare can help nourish the skin, support a healthy glow and enhance overall wellness naturally.
When it comes to skin care, these healing herbs also serve a powerful purpose — adding scent, function and healing elements to many of the skin care products we use in our Organic Facial Treatments which contain many precious herbs and skin-nourishing ingredients beneficial for every skin type. Since herbs are such an important part of day to day life in both health and beauty, we’ve picked a few varieties to
Paprika
Paprika is not just a kitchen cupboard spice — it’s also ideal for treating blemish-prone skin. Paprika is packed with Vitamins A and C to help reduce free radical damage while supporting healthier-looking skin. It’s also rich in antioxidant beta carotene, which can help increase cell turnover and regeneration in the outer layers of the skin.
Known for its warming effect, paprika helps stimulate circulation and increase blood flow for a healthy-looking glow. Many guests love the invigorating sensation of our paprika-based treatment, which leaves the skin looking refreshed, energized, and visibly radiant
For many of our guests, our Chocolate & Berry Organic Facials includes a gentle paprika peel that creates a tingling or “hot” feeling on the skin. This invigorating treatment helps bring fresh blood flow to the surface of the skin to improve hydration and the appearance of elasticity, leaving the complexion looking refreshed, energized, and radiant. To continue the benefits at home, we recommend these paprika-infused favorites available in our online store:
Lavender
There’s a reason you can find lavender in a variety of tea and night care products. In addition to its relaxing, sleep-inducing characteristics, lavender also has natural antiseptic properties, plus it assists in stimulating circulation to support your body’s natural healing functions. Lavender essential oils have been used to draw toxins from the body and help to calm and soothe the mind. When combined with massage, a powerful alchemy occurs: deep relaxation!
Sage
Sage essential oils have long been used to help purify the mind and body, making them a beautiful addition to massage and spa treatments. Their grounding herbal aroma promotes a sense of relaxation and balance while enhancing the overall wellness experience. Sage essential oils have been used for purifying mind and body and are great for adding to a massage treatment.
Sage leaf extract is an antioxidant that rejuvenates and smoothes the look of the skin, while clary sage oil reduces the appearance of skin irritation. Both herbs are featured in our beloved Facial Recovery Oil — also known as the “liquid gold.” This luxurious blend combines clary sage oil and sage leaf extract with balancing ylang ylang and nourishing olive and sesame oils to deeply hydrate and revitalize the skin. Together, these botanical oils and herbs help improve the visible signs of aging, soften the appearance of stretch marks, and reduce the look of puffiness and crow’s feet.
Chamomile
Lavender isn’t the only popular herb that will help you ease into a comfortable state of calm — chamomile is another go-to if you’re looking to relax. In addition to its calming properties, chamomile has regenerative, soothing, and repairing qualities that make this daisy-like herb an extremely effective skincare ingredient.
Our Organic Facials can be customized to include chamomile products, which are suitable for sensitive skin to help calm and balance the look of skin. Chamomile soothes irritation while supporting overall skin recovery and a healthy-looking glow.
Comfrey
The root and leaves of the Comfrey plant have been used in traditional medicine in many parts of the world. In Japan, the plant has been harvested and used as a traditional treatment for over 2,000 years. Known for its soothing and restorative properties, comfrey is often used in skincare to help nourish and comfort dry-looking skin.
At Touch to Heal Spa, we incorporate comfrey through our Pumpkin Latte Hydration Masque featured in the Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Peel Facial. This seasonal treatment helps gently exfoliate and revitalize the skin while botanical ingredients like comfrey help leave the complexion feeling soft, balanced and refreshed.
Calendula
Known for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties, calendula is one of the most beloved herbs in organic skincare. Often used to calm and nourish dry or sensitive-looking skin, calendula is rich in antioxidants that help support a healthy, balanced complexion. At Touch to Heal Spa, we love products that feature this gentle botanical, including the Eminence Citrus Moisturizing Plumping Lip Balm, which helps soften and hydrate the lips, and the Eminence Clear Skin Probiotic Masque, a clarifying treatment that helps refresh and comfort blemish-prone skin.
Echinacea
Most commonly known as a favorite cold and flu remedy, echinacea offers many healing benefits beyond immune support. According to Best Health, “Many studies support echinacea as an aid to enhance the immune system, reduce inflammation and provide antiviral benefits. It’s also particularly useful for lessening the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections, sore throats and congestion.”
This floral healing herb can also help support the skin’s natural defenses against environmental stressors such as pollution and free radicals. Rich in antioxidants, echinacea helps calm the appearance of irritated skin while promoting a healthier, more balanced complexion.
And other skin-loving herbs
While unique ingredients like Paprika, Lavender, Sage, and Chamomile offer targeted results, they are just part of nature’s vibrant pharmacy. Beautiful, resilient skin is a reflection of how we nourish our bodies, which is why our treatments also harness a variety of other botanical powerhouses. For instance, echinacea and rosemary work beautifully to shield your skin from environmental stressors while neutralizing free radical damage. Meanwhile, thyme and peppermint clarify blemish-prone complexions and provide a cooling sense of refreshment, while traditional remedies like yellow sweet clover and comfrey deeply soothe redness to help restore a radiant, even tone.
Healthy skin is a reflection of what you feed your body from the inside. Incorporating these healing, raw ingredients into your self-care routine isn’t just a pampering luxury—it is a restorative necessity to maintain your body’s largest organ and support its natural healing functions.
At Touch to Heal Spa, our Organic Facials are fully customized using fresh, handmade Eminence Organics Skin Care products. Packed with active herbs, fruits, and vegetables, these treatments act like a nutrient-dense diet for your skin, delivering deep hydration and balance to even the most sensitive complexions.
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