I have lived with sensitivities and sensory issues my whole life, some innate and others shaped by traumatic childhood experiences. As early as I can remember nature became my steady refuge through neglect, ADHD, digestive issues, anxiety, overstimulation, hypervigilance, and more.

In adulthood, creating my own skincare and herbal medicine became another way to connect with nature, restore a sense of safety, and explore a new creative outlet. My growing passion for herbalism, gardening, foraging, and wildcrafting led me to start a natural skincare business in 2018, sharing my offerings at our local Farmer's Market. During pregnancy I developed another sensitivity, this time to fragrance and essential oils. When I returned to my craft in 2023, I became committed to creating the kind of farm-fresh, sensory-friendly products I couldn't readily find anywhere else. I wanted products that nurture sensitive systems and honor the planet.

This shift in focus inspired the full rebrand of my business into what is now Plant Hug.

Today my family and I grow, harvest, and prepare botanicals and blend traditional folk preparation methods with progressive cosmetic science to create plant-based products that are effective yet gentle.

Each ingredient and packaging choice is selected mindfully for its benefits, sensory experience, and environmental impact. Through this meticulous process, every Plant Hug formula transforms daily care into a ritual of quiet luxury that honors the well-being of your body and the earth.