Welcome to Balsam Hollow

Proudly offering handcrafted, bioregional skin and body care inspired by Minnesota’s north woods.

Balsam Hollow Botanicals

  • Fine Forest Botanicals

    Bioregional, hand-crafted skincare to nourish your skin and spirit.

Balsam Hollow Journal

  • Welcome to Balsam Hollow

    I am so glad you’re here! Allow me to introduce myself and tell you about my vision for Balsam Hollow.

  • How I Quit Coffee. And Why.

    It was a long and painful road to being caffeine free. Why did I do it? Settle in with a mug of something wonderful and I’ll tell you all about it.

  • Starting New Gardens: A Simple Approach

    It all starts with a seed and some dirt. Follow my progress as I start new herb and vegetable gardens.

  • How to Start Seeds (For Lazy Gardeners Like Me)

    Are you interested in gardening but intimidated by seed starting? There’s a lot you could know, but don’t really need to know to get started. Here’s some advice from a self-style “lazy” gardener.

  • Fall Cleanse

    Harness the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Western Herbalism to release, reclaim, and restore.

  • Fall Reset - 2023!

    Restore your health. Rebuild your body. Join us on our healing adventure!

  • Bespoke Zodiac Oils - Connecting Plants and People

    Astrology can be used to connect plants with people for optimum efficacy. (And it’s fun, too!) Learn how!

Balsam Hollow Forest Sanctuary

  • Forest Restoration

    The forest at Balsam Hollow has been logged many times over the years, resulting in decreased plant diversity particularly in the understory. Learn more about what we’re doing to reintroduce native plants.