Small Batch Apothecary
Limited formulations, made by hand. Rooted in years of research.
A Different Kind of Skincare
- a note from Dr Cavanaugh
Early in my career, I spent a few years running a natural skincare company. And I've spent decades researching what actually works by digging through clinical studies, testing formulations, and eventually writing The Evidence-Based Handmade Apothecary.
These days, most of my time is spent researching and consulting for the natural products industry. But I still make things. Not for business reasons, just for the sheer enjoyment of making. There's something satisfying about a well-made healing salve or a body butter that comes together exactly right.
When I do, I create small batches of one-of-a-kind formulas, refined versions of recipes from my book, featuring specialty ingredients I've sourced from places like Iceland, France, and Italy.
These aren't mass-produced. I make limited quantities, which are available to you only until they're gone.
A Note on What I Make
Everything I formulate is a variation on one of the recipes in my book or educational programs, refined over years of research and personal use. I don't cut corners on ingredients, not only because I know what the research says, but because I make these items for my family and loved ones.
I also have a habit of collecting interesting ingredients from my travels. Volcanic exfoliants from Iceland. French botanical extracts. Things that aren't practical to source at commercial scale but make beautiful small-batch products.
I make these for the love of making. Small quantities, no restocks, available only when inspiration strikes.
Next Release: June 15, 2026
Warm sand. Salt air. Vanilla and nutmeg from a St. Lucia spice market. Honey from an Emerald Coast farmers market. The Coastal Collection is what summer feels like on your skin.
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