VICTORIAN AUTUMN BEAUTY RECIPES | Feat. Willow & Birch Apothecary

Victorian Beauty Recipes by guest blogger Anna Krusinski of Willow & Birch Apothecary

Today we are happy to introduce you to a friend of ours. Her name is Anna Krusinski, and she runs Willow & Birch Apothecary, a most interesting place with a lot of nice beauty products for you who enjoy the victorian lifestyle, or just want to spoil yourself a little bit extra. We sure only have good things to say about Willow & Birch Apothecary. We decided to team up and guest blog on each other’s platforms. We are more than thrilled over her post about Victorian Beauty recipes. Pumpkins are for sure more than just pies and jack o lanterns. Makes sure to follow her on Instagram so you won’t miss a thing. Enjoy!

DIY beauty recipes the Victorian way!

Hello! I’m delighted to be your guest today on “It’s a Charming Life”! My name is Anna Krusinski and I’m the owner of Willow & Birch Apothecary where I craft Victorian-inspired bath, beauty, and fragrances.

Did you know that during the Victorian era it was common for women to make some of their own beauty products? Why not take a cue from these bygone ladies and try your hand at crafting your own beauty goodies! Today I’m sharing my favorite fall beauty recipes which you can make with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen cupboard. It’s a perfectly charming way to spend a cozy autumn afternoon!

Autumn is my absolute favorite season! I just love the crisp air, the crunch of fallen leaves, and of course sweater weather! To celebrate autumn’s bounty, I invite you to treat yourself to a homemade pumpkin-packed face mask and body scrub!

Pumpkin is amazing for rejuvenating the skin, thanks to its alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and fruit enzymes that smooth and brighten the skin. And with an autumn chill in the air and firesides ablaze, it’s even more important to keep your skin hydrated and healthy!

These recipes are so fun and easy, and they make a great craft after a fun day of pumpkin picking and carving jack-o-lanterns!

For both recipes, you’ll need pureed pumpkin. To make your own, start by removing the rind of the pumpkin and cut the flesh into small pieces. Boil for 10 minutes and mash into a smooth paste, then allow the mixture to cool before using. Or, if you don’t have any pumpkins on hand you can use canned organic pureed pumpkin (just be sure to use pure pumpkin puree, without any added spices).

Now it’s time to get crafty! To get you in a cozy autumn mood, I’ve created these charming fall-themed printable recipes with step-by-step instructions. Enjoy!

If you have any questions or want to share your creations, you can find me on Facebook and Instagram at @wbapothecary. I’d love to hear from you! And for more beauty tips and inspiration from bygone eras, join my email newsletter here!

DIY beauty fall recipes with pure natural ingridients.

While exploring every corner of Willow & Birch Apothecary, please read Lindsay’s guest post there as well. It is a post that takes us back to the days when Halloween was more of quirky handwritten greetings on beautiful postcards than an artificial sugar rush and cheap costumes. ENJOY!

Read Lindsay’s post here: A Charming All Hallows’ Eve!

Bye For Now,
-Lindsay Dianne & Jonas

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