Apothecary

Apothecary items are made seasonally and limited in nature. Check back for new releases quarterly.

Alchemessence is a one-woman owned and operated small business. Please allow up to two weeks for processing, as many offerings are made to order. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

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HEAL ALL SALVE

A deeply nourishing and soothing healing salve for all the things — red patches and cracked skin to sore muscles and scar tissue.

This healing salve is infused with dozens of wild healers:

  • Wild plants like yarrow, rose, ponderosa resin, red clover, arnica, aspen, calendula, lavender, birch, and more

  • Precious essential oils like neroli, rock rose, immortelle, turmeric, frankincense, blue tansy, copaiba, and more

  • Nourishing, organic butters and oils like jojoba, shea, coconut, olive, and more

Very limited, seasonal availability.

from $18.00

LIMITED EDITION
MADE WITH DOZENS OF WILD PLANTS

Smudge Wands

Smudge Wands

Fragrant Sagebrush + Herbal Collection

Smoke bundles have been used to clear and protect spaces by traditional cultures throughout the world. These particular bundles are made with organic plants lovingly grown in my own gardens.

Choose from single-herb or blended varieties.

Note: These bundles contain Rocky Mountain white sage, known as artemisia ludoviciana―not the endangered white sage, or salvia apiana.

Each bundle is tied by hand and carries the natural texture of the plant—leaves, stems, and buds bound together. Their appearance is slightly wild, as the desert itself.

Available in three blends:
• White Sagebrush – Pure and cleansing, with a strong, earthy aroma.
• White Sagebrush + Lavender – Balances purification with calm, floral sweetness.
• White Sagebrush + Lavender + Lemongrass – Uplifting and bright, ideal for clearing energy while refreshing the senses.

Product Details:

  • Approx. 5–6" long, 1–2" diameter

  • Organically grown, hand-harvested in ceremony

  • Slight natural variation in size and texture

  • Pictures are illustrative only; actual bundles may differ

To Use: Light one of the bundle, holding over a fireproof dish such as a ceramic bowl or large shell. Circle the bundle around the area, person, or item you wish to cleanse. When finished, extinguish the smoldering end under running water, and continue to check to ensure that no sparks remain.

from $10.00
Mugwort Smudge Bundle

Artemisia vulgaris

Dream herb and visionary ally, harvested and bundled by hand from organic high desert plant.

Mugwort has been honored for centuries as a plant of dreams, intuition, and energetic cleansing. My bundles are made from mugwort grown organically on my high desert land, harvested with intention, and tied fresh by hand.

In Druidic and European traditions, Mugwort was sacred to the Moon and to Artemis, guardian of thresholds and dreams. It was burned before prophecy and used to anoint travelers between worlds. Taoist adepts used Mugwort for spirit protection and to strengthen the body’s yin energy — moxa sticks are made of mugwort. It is a plant of seers—one that awakens inner vision, purifies the path, and guards the dreaming soul.

Expect a naturally textured bundle—silvery leaves, stems, and budding tips that hold the plant’s full character. The scent is herbaceous, slightly sweet, and deeply grounding. Use to prepare for sleep, meditation, or energy work, or simply for its earthy aroma.

Product Details:

  • Approx. 5–6" long, ~1.5" diameter

  • Organically grown, ceremonial harvest

  • Hand-tied; appearance varies with each bundle

  • Pictures are illustrative only; actual bundles may differ

$10.00
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Wormwood Smudge Bundle

Artemisia absinthium

Short Description:
Protective and potent, with a deep herbal aroma used to clear heaviness and invite strength.

Full Listing Description:
Wormwood carries a potent, protective energy and a rich, resinous scent. Used traditionally for spirit work and purification, it supports clear boundaries and dreamtime awareness.

These bundles come from plants grown in my high desert garden without chemicals, harvested under blessing, and tied by hand. Their texture is natural—leaf, bud, and stem combined—reflecting the living structure of the plant. Burn or smolder to clear stagnant energy or to accompany ritual work.

Wormwood has long been a herb of the in-between. The Greeks used it in ritual wine to honor the dead and guide spirits. In medieval Europe and Taoist practice alike, its bitter scent was said to drive away harmful influences. It sharpens perception, clears illusions, and fortifies spiritual boundaries.

Burning wormwood is my favorite way to cleanse my aura and space of any parasitic energies.

Product Details:

  • Approx. 5–6" long, 1–1.5" diameter

  • Organic, ceremonial harvest

  • Hand-tied and air-dried

  • Pictures are illustrative only; actual bundles may differ

$10.00
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