Apothecary Garden Serum: Plump. Smooth. Glow.
Think of this serum as a deep exhale for your complexion. Apothecary Garden Serum marries the slow wisdom of farm-grown botanicals with the clinical power of bioactive oils. The result? Skin that feels instantly soothed, deeply hydrated, and glowing with quiet vitality.
Why it Works:
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Nature’s Retinol (Without the Sting): Infused with Bakuchiol, a gentle plant-based alternative to retinol that plumps fine lines and encourages collagen renewal: safe even for sensitive skin.
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The Redness Rescue: We infuse our oil with farm-grown Indigo and Yarrow - powerful botanicals known to cool redness, calm irritation, and strengthen a stressed skin barrier.
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Deep Balance: Nutrient-dense Black Cumin Seed and Sea Buckthorn oils work to clarify pores and lock in hydration without feeling heavy or greasy.
Key ingredients and benefits
Calendula, Yarrow, Lemon Balm, and Indigo (infused in jojoba) — a farm-grown blend that soothes irritation, calms sensitivity, and supports natural skin repair.
Marula Oil (Sclerocarya birrea) — rich in omegas 6 & 9, deeply nourishing while improving elasticity and radiance.
Red Raspberry Seed Oil (Rubus idaeus) — lightweight antioxidant oil that supports barrier health and helps protect against environmental stressors.
Rosehip Seed Oil (Rosa canina) — brightens, softens fine lines, and encourages skin renewal with its natural vitamin A.
Black Cumin Seed Oil (Nigella sativa) — balancing and clarifying, especially supportive for reactive or blemish-prone skin.
Squalane — a skin-mimicking lipid that locks in hydration and leaves skin soft and smooth.
Bakuchiol — a gentle, plant-based retinol alternative that supports firmness and even tone without irritation.
Skin Types
Sensitive skin
Combination skin
Acne-prone or breakout-prone skin
Dry or dehydrated skin
Sun-exposed or heat-reactive skin
Mature skin
Dull or uneven skin tone
Stressed or overwhelmed skin (from lifestyle, travel, or weather)
How to use
The Ritual:
Massage 4-6 drops into clean, damp skin. (Crucial: Applying to damp skin boosts absorption and locks in maximum hydration).
A Note on Potency:
Because this formula is packed with active whole-plant nutrients and Bakuchiol, you may feel a brief "warming" or activity on the skin. This is a sign the botanicals are getting to work.
- Most skin types drink it right up.
- If your barrier is stressed: You may notice a short adjustment period (1–3 days) as your skin recalibrates. This is normal.
- To support the shift: Keep your routine simple. Mist generously, apply the serum while damp, and seal with a balm.
Choose options
The skin often speaks what the body feels. This serum listens.
While our farm-grown herbs work to soothe irritation, a powerhouse blend of Marula, Raspberry Seed, and Rosehip oils works to protect the future of your skin. Packed with antioxidants and essential fatty acids, these oils brighten a dull complexion and defend against environmental stressors (like cold wind and dry heat).
The Texture:
Silky, lightweight, and instantly absorbed. It leaves no greasy residue—just a breathable, satin finish that makes your skin feel like it’s wearing nothing but health.
The Scent:
A grounding exhale. Bright top notes of Bergamot and Mandarin gently lift the spirit, softening into a heart of wild Lavender and Clary Sage. It settles on the skin with the warm, quiet strength of Hinoki Wood: a fragrance designed to signal the mind that it is time to rest.
full ingredient list
APOTHECARY GARDEN SERUM
Jojoba oil (Simmondsia chinensis) infused with calendula (Calendula officinalis), yarrow (Achillea millefolium),Chamomile Flower (Matricaria recutita), and indigo (Persicaria tinctoria), marula oil (Sclerocarya birrea), fractionated coconut oil (Caprylic/Capric triglyceride), red raspberry seed oil (Rubus idaeus), rosehip seed oil (Rosa canina), black cumin seed oil (Nigella sativa), squalane, bakuchiol, sea buckthorn oil, (Hippophae Rhamnoides)vitamin E (Tocopherol), essential oils of bergamot (Citrus aurantium bergamia, bergaptene-free), lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), mandarin (Citrus reticulata), clary sage (Salvia sclarea), rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), and Hinoki wood (Chamaecyparis obtusa)
Meet the Maker
Hi, I’m Rachael, the farmer behind Rising Iris.
The inspiration for this serum began in the soil. There is a feeling I get when I walk through the garden - something grounded, calming, and alive. I wanted to share that feeling in a way that could travel beyond this space and become part of your day.
The Apothecary Garden Serum is a composition of my favorite elements: Calendula, Indigo, Yarrow, and Bakuchiol. It is designed to be a sensory experience as much as a skincare product, a concept often called neurocosmetics, but one I simply think of as "whole-self care."
This is the first time I’m offering a creation like this, and I am deeply grateful to have you here supporting the next chapter of this land.
With Gratitude,
Rachael Kemery
Grower, Formulator, and Artist
