Herbal Infusions VS Essential oils: What's the Difference & Why Does It Matter?

In the world of up-and-coming natural skincare and wellness, essential oils often steal the spotlight. But have you heard about the quiet power of herbal infusions?

Herbal infusions are made by steeping whole plant materials—like leaves, roots, and flowers—into water or oils over time. This gentle process extracts a broader spectrum of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that nourish the skin deeply and safely.

While essential oils are highly concentrated and powerful, they can sometimes be too intense for sensitive skin, and as you may have heard me say before, we're all about nurturing your skin, even the most sensitive of them! In contrast, herbal infusions offer a soothing, balanced alternative that honors the plant in its entirety.

🌱 Why Choose Herbal Infusions?

• Gentle on skin: Perfect for daily use, even on delicate skin types

• Whole-plant nourishment: Offers a richer range of healing compounds

• Energetic alignment: Infusions support mind-body-spirit balance

• Sustainable & safer: Lower risk of irritation or overuse

  
  

At Herbs, Spice & Everything Nice, our infusions are thoughtfully handcrafted to bring nature’s slow, steady healing into your everyday rituals—from our toners to our teas.

Your skin doesn’t need more force—it needs more harmony. And that’s what herbal infusions are all about!

This is an old picture of me from when I first started harvesting and infusing herbs in my mom's kitchen! I loved cutting giant piles of herbs throughout the summer just so I could see how much I could harvest. And with time, I learned how to infuse so many things, and I also learned how passionate I was about it! It's still true to this day!