THERApotions Natural Beauty and Apothecary

03/05/2026

I did an event last weekend and the number one thing people were looking for was help with dry, often itchy skin.

This winter has been brutal, in any number of ways but especially on our skin. The dry air, indoor heating, reduced water intake and harsh wind all take their toll on our skin - both in look and feel.

This time of year calls for rich products, oil heavy emulsions and strong occlusives to lock in the moisture and protect it from the elements.

Body Butter is a classic winter skin go-to. A whipped combo of shea and cocoa butters, coconut oil and olive oil infused with calendula - it’s gentle, effective, protective and creates a barrier between your skin and the air.

Body Oil is my personal favourite way to lock in moisture this time of year. Applied fresh out of the shower or bath, it seals in that water, leaving your skin both hydrated and moisturized.

Red Clover Skin Saver helps to soothe chapped skin and reduce irritation. Infused with clover, calendula, burdock and echinacea, it’s a concentrated balm designed to calm and protect.

It’s almost Spring, we’re in the home stretch but if your skin needs a little extra love in the meantime, I’ve got what you need! ✨

02/28/2026

Just some of the treasures to be found at the Mystic Moon Market happening again tomorrow at Cole Harbour Place, 10-4. See you there ✨

Took a little trip to a nice little event at Cole Harbour Place today to visit a couple of my favourite makers.

Let’s be honest… there was no way I was staying away knowing the ridiculously good gingerbread cookies from Celtic Cookies were going to be there, so close to me... an opportunity I could not pass up. Teresa had them baked fresh as always, and they never disappoint.

I also grabbed a little pot of Red Clover Skin Saver from the lovely Kira at THERApotions Natural Beauty and Apothecary. After this dry winter, my skin has been making its feelings very clear, and this feels like exactly what it’s been asking for.

If you’re nearby and want to grab some goodies for yourself, the show is on again tomorrow from 10am–2pm.

Now I’m home, kettle’s on, and it’s time for tea and a cookie… or two.

02/10/2026

🩷 Looking for a little local love for your Valentine? Order now for delivery on Friday! 🩷

Floral infused body oil, perfume, whipped body butter and more. All natural, locally handmade and delivered right to your doorstep! 💫

02/04/2026

Is it just me or is this the longest winter ever and yet somehow it’s only the beginning of February…? Ugh.

I can’t be the only one tired of breathing dry indoor air, sniffling and constantly thinking I’m getting sick.

Let some plant based supports help you through the next few weeks.

💨 Aromatherapy inhaler for instant breathing support
🫶 Chest rub for mentholated comfort
👃 Stuffy stick for on-the-go stuffy noses

Handmade, plant-based, and perfect for nightstands, coat pockets, and sick-day survival kits. 💫

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01/27/2026

The best apres shovel ritual ☕️ ❄️

01/06/2026

This is great news! For my HRM customers, deodorant tubes and pump bottles are now accepted in your blue bag! That means all THERApotions packaging is now recyclable. ♻️

The plastic deodorant tubes have long been something I’ve felt guilty about. Everytime I throw one away, I feel bad. I’ve looked into cardboard options but they’re incredibly expensive, difficult to work with and a bit fragile. I’ve considered offering it in a tin, I even tried a few prototypes but they’re messy and difficult to apply. People like what they like and I was always hesitant to stray from a classic tube style despite the waste.

I’m so happy HRM has expanded their recycling program. FYI - based on what I’ve been reading, pretty much all cosmetic waste is now recyclable - tubes, bottles, pumps, caps, even mascara tubes! Most items I’ve looked up (spray bottles, deodorant, lip balm tubes etc.) indicate to leave the cap ON for recycling. 💫

12/23/2025

Thank you doesn’t seem sufficient but I have no other words. This has been an incredible, crazy, busy, heart warming season and I am so deeply grateful to all of you for the chats, smiles, hugs and support over the past few months. I can’t believe it’s over but here we are. Every September I wonder how I’ll make all the potions, attend all of the events I signed up for months beforehand and still manage to - you know - shower, do laundry, change my oil and have some semblance of a relationship with the people in my life, but somehow I manage and end up going into the holidays with an exhausted body but a full heart. Thank you for making this time of year the most beautiful challenge!

Holiday delivery orders are officially closed. Most stockists are still open today and tomorrow if you need any last minute gifts and the website is always open. Orders received going forward will be delivered in the usual time frame.

I hope each and every one of you has an absolutely magical holiday season and are looking forward to the potential of a new year. I have big plans for 2026 and I’m excited to get working on some new projects in January but for now - family, food and rest.

Love, Kira 💫

12/20/2025

⭐️ It’s last call for Holiday orders! ⭐️

If you’re hoping to gift some potions to that special someone and need them delivered before the big day, I need your orders!

I have 2 delivery dates left - Monday December 22nd and the morning of December 24th. All orders must be received by noon on December 23 for delivery on Christmas Eve. Thank you for supporting small business this season! 💫

12/16/2025

Skincare is the perfect stocking stuffer — small, thoughtful, and practical. Seriously, who doesn’t love unwrapping something that makes them feel pampered, glowy, and cared for?

There’s still time to order for local delivery! Shipping is getting close but orders heading to Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes should still make it in time for the big day! 💫

12/12/2025

Give the gift everyone can actually use this season ✨
Magnesium Spray is a simple, natural way to support better sleep, soothe tight or crampy legs, and promote everyday wellness. With most people running low on magnesium—especially during stressful, busy months—this little bottle becomes a truly universal gift idea.

Handmade in Canada with pure, high-quality magnesium chloride, it’s the kind of present that feels thoughtful, calming, and genuinely helpful.

Perfect for stockings, teacher gifts, wellness lovers, and anyone who could use a little extra comfort this holiday season.

12/09/2025

⭐️ This is it folks! ⭐️ My last two markets of the year are coming up this week. This season FLEW by and I can’t believe it’s almost over!

Find me at the Fairview Farmers' Market for their 4th Annual Christmas Market on Thursday evening and at Acadia Hall on Saturday for the Home For Holidays Market. 🎄

If you can’t make it, don’t worry! Online orders will still be filled and delivered right up to December 23. 💫

12/08/2025

Local, handmade stocking stuffers at Pieces of Wood! Shop small, shop local, shop handmade. 🩷