- The Intention
- The Ingredients
- The Ritual
- The Live Botanical Story
A golden ode to late-autumn light, Live Botanical’s Winter Sun Body Oil brings warmth and radiance to skin during the quiet months of cold and stillness. This small-batch, limited release is infused with cranberry seed oil rich in balanced omega fatty acids - offering barrier strength, elasticity, and antioxidant protection - while full-spectrum rosehip extract delivers vitamins A, C, and E alongside carotenoids and flavonoids to encourage renewal, even tone, and collagen support. Bright notes of tangerine and green mandarin encourage gentle resurfacing and circulation, while palmarosa and petitgrain help maintain supple moisture and bring a grounded, citrus-green aroma reminiscent of a fire-lit cabin and simmering winter fruits. Fortifying botanicals like tulsi defend against oxidative stress, papaya enzymes soften and smooth without stripping, and lipid-soluble vitamin C (THD ascorbate) penetrates deeply to brighten and protect at a cellular level. Silky, fast-absorbing, and effortlessly cocooning, this body oil is both nourishment and ritual: an invitation to carry the glow of the waning sun across the longest nights of winter.
4fl oz
vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil^, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*^, caprylic/capric triglyceride*, rosa rubiginosa (rose-hip) seed oil*#, lactobacillus/papaya fruit ferment extract & carica (papaya) seed oil, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate (vitamin c ester), rosa pisocarpa (rose-hip) full spectrum extract^, essential oils of: citrus reticulata blanco (green mandarin/tangerine*), ocimum sanctum (tulsi/holy basil)*, citrus aurantium bergamia (sun safe fcf bergamot)*, citrus aurantium var. amara l.(petitgrain)* & cymbopogon martinii roxb. (palmarosa)*, and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fair-trade/co-op
84% Regionally Sourced
Start with clean, damp skin and dispense 1 pump of oil into your palms. Warm the oil by rubbing your hands together before applying it to your skin in gentle, circular motions. Take deep breaths to connect with the aroma. Allow a few minutes for the oil to absorb before dressing.
Founded by deeply-studied and wealth-of-knowledge herbalist Carolyn McRory in 2016, Live Botanical started its journey as a dream that formed over 20 years ago. The heart of Live Botanical is the intense desire to connect more with Mother Nature and share her beauty and wisdom with others; and Carolyn believes the path to a more sustainable society is to encourage ideas of conservation through compassion: we must see ourselves in nature and nature within ourselves to change mindsets. Through herbal-based skincare, Carolyn is able to tell a story to help forge a relationship with the many wonders of the natural world. With vivid botanical imagery and products designed for personal care, she hopes we are reminded every day of the beauty in the world and, more importantly, the beauty that lives within each of us.
Live Botanical’s philosophy is based upon four guiding principles: to live beautiful, to live fresh, to live responsible, and to live simple.
To Live Beautiful - Formulas are rooted in creating balance and harmony, and to enhance what makes each of us unique because they believe that loving who we are at this moment and following our intuition is where beauty begins.
To Live Fresh – Whole plant infusions, botanical extracts, unrefined oils, waxes, and butters are at the core of every product. Infusions and extracts are created in-house in their Portland, Oregon studio. And they start with locally- and regionally-sourced fresh herbs from small farms or their own micro-garden that they dry in house (instead of purchasing pre-dried herbs) as much as possible to ensure the potency and quality meets their high standards. They also source with an idea of using abundant herbs to limit their impact on the earth.
To Live Responsible - Both environmental and social responsibility are value statements they hold dear in every decision made. Sourcing follows strict guidelines, and ingredients not obtained regionally are fair-trade certified (when applicable). They work with farmers and producers who follow organic guidelines or ethical wildharvesting using rules outlined by United Plant Savers. Oils, butters, and waxes must be GMO free and unrefined or minimally refined depending on formulation requirements. Preservatives and lab-based ingredients are researched extensively for environmental impact and personal safety. They also actively give back to organizations who honor environmental stewardship and who work to uplift marginalized communities relating to equality and justice.
To Live Simple - They embrace the art of slow living by taking time to connect more with plants and customers to impart feelings of love, patience, and acceptance. Products are crafted to bridge current knowledge and traditional wisdom into every formula. They consider themselves anti-capitalists. This means they remain purposefully small with extremely low overhead to ensure products are affordable and markups are as low as possible. Their goals are based in the love of nature and helping others connect to the outside world.
The Intention
A golden ode to late-autumn light, Live Botanical’s Winter Sun Body Oil brings warmth and radiance to skin during the quiet months of cold and stillness. This small-batch, limited release is infused with cranberry seed oil rich in balanced omega fatty acids - offering barrier strength, elasticity, and antioxidant protection - while full-spectrum rosehip extract delivers vitamins A, C, and E alongside carotenoids and flavonoids to encourage renewal, even tone, and collagen support. Bright notes of tangerine and green mandarin encourage gentle resurfacing and circulation, while palmarosa and petitgrain help maintain supple moisture and bring a grounded, citrus-green aroma reminiscent of a fire-lit cabin and simmering winter fruits. Fortifying botanicals like tulsi defend against oxidative stress, papaya enzymes soften and smooth without stripping, and lipid-soluble vitamin C (THD ascorbate) penetrates deeply to brighten and protect at a cellular level. Silky, fast-absorbing, and effortlessly cocooning, this body oil is both nourishment and ritual: an invitation to carry the glow of the waning sun across the longest nights of winter.
4fl oz
The Ingredients
vaccinium macrocarpon (cranberry) seed oil^, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil*^, caprylic/capric triglyceride*, rosa rubiginosa (rose-hip) seed oil*#, lactobacillus/papaya fruit ferment extract & carica (papaya) seed oil, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate (vitamin c ester), rosa pisocarpa (rose-hip) full spectrum extract^, essential oils of: citrus reticulata blanco (green mandarin/tangerine*), ocimum sanctum (tulsi/holy basil)*, citrus aurantium bergamia (sun safe fcf bergamot)*, citrus aurantium var. amara l.(petitgrain)* & cymbopogon martinii roxb. (palmarosa)*, and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*
*organic | ^regionally sourced | #fair-trade/co-op
84% Regionally Sourced
The Ritual
Start with clean, damp skin and dispense 1 pump of oil into your palms. Warm the oil by rubbing your hands together before applying it to your skin in gentle, circular motions. Take deep breaths to connect with the aroma. Allow a few minutes for the oil to absorb before dressing.
The Live Botanical Story
Founded by deeply-studied and wealth-of-knowledge herbalist Carolyn McRory in 2016, Live Botanical started its journey as a dream that formed over 20 years ago. The heart of Live Botanical is the intense desire to connect more with Mother Nature and share her beauty and wisdom with others; and Carolyn believes the path to a more sustainable society is to encourage ideas of conservation through compassion: we must see ourselves in nature and nature within ourselves to change mindsets. Through herbal-based skincare, Carolyn is able to tell a story to help forge a relationship with the many wonders of the natural world. With vivid botanical imagery and products designed for personal care, she hopes we are reminded every day of the beauty in the world and, more importantly, the beauty that lives within each of us.
Live Botanical’s philosophy is based upon four guiding principles: to live beautiful, to live fresh, to live responsible, and to live simple.
To Live Beautiful - Formulas are rooted in creating balance and harmony, and to enhance what makes each of us unique because they believe that loving who we are at this moment and following our intuition is where beauty begins.
To Live Fresh – Whole plant infusions, botanical extracts, unrefined oils, waxes, and butters are at the core of every product. Infusions and extracts are created in-house in their Portland, Oregon studio. And they start with locally- and regionally-sourced fresh herbs from small farms or their own micro-garden that they dry in house (instead of purchasing pre-dried herbs) as much as possible to ensure the potency and quality meets their high standards. They also source with an idea of using abundant herbs to limit their impact on the earth.
To Live Responsible - Both environmental and social responsibility are value statements they hold dear in every decision made. Sourcing follows strict guidelines, and ingredients not obtained regionally are fair-trade certified (when applicable). They work with farmers and producers who follow organic guidelines or ethical wildharvesting using rules outlined by United Plant Savers. Oils, butters, and waxes must be GMO free and unrefined or minimally refined depending on formulation requirements. Preservatives and lab-based ingredients are researched extensively for environmental impact and personal safety. They also actively give back to organizations who honor environmental stewardship and who work to uplift marginalized communities relating to equality and justice.
To Live Simple - They embrace the art of slow living by taking time to connect more with plants and customers to impart feelings of love, patience, and acceptance. Products are crafted to bridge current knowledge and traditional wisdom into every formula. They consider themselves anti-capitalists. This means they remain purposefully small with extremely low overhead to ensure products are affordable and markups are as low as possible. Their goals are based in the love of nature and helping others connect to the outside world.