Make Your Own Skincare at The Grapeseed Company Scent Bar

The Grapeseed Company offers the option to customize your own natural personal products with over 100 oils that you can mix and match to get your desired scents.  For Santa Barbara locals, it is as easy as walking in and choosing your product and working with the very knowledgeable Grapeseed associates to blend your customized scent.  We also offer the option to create your own personalized product online through our virtual scent bar.   In the video below is an illustration of how fun, easy and simple it is to customize your own product.

Fun Celebrity Store Visit by Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts buys from The Grapeseed Company!

The day before Thanksgiving, we were lucky to have an A-list celebrity make us a pit stop on her Santa Barbara holiday visit. The one and only, beautiful and graceful, kind and very real Julia Roberts came in with her lovely family!

Julia Roberts blended a Custom Oil at our Apothecary Scent Bar, $22.00 8oz

Due to my healthy respect for the privacy of all people, celebrity and civilian alike, I didn't ask to take any photos of her visit, but was very happy to help her create an 8oz Custom Oil at our Apothecary Scent Bar, a blend she whipped up for her husband. It was a wonderful experience to be able to help Julia to customize this massage oil, and she couldn't have been a nicer customer to provide services to.

Baby G Gentle Shampoo + Body Wash, $9.99 4oz, $16.99 8oz

 All in all her family made a healthy purchase of various Grapeseed Co. products, including Baby G Gentle Shampoo + Body Wash and Mojito Man Shave Gel, along with some other Grapeseed body products and Apothecary Scent Bar items. We are proud to know that Julia and her family enjoy using all natural, botanical beauty products from the vine and support both a local and small business such as us here at The Grapeseed Company!

Mojito Man Shave Gel, $14.00 9oz

NEW RELEASE: Grapeseed Lotion Signature Scent Six Pack

NEW RELEASE: Grapeseed Lotion Signature Scent Six Pack

The ultimate Grapeseed organic lotion sampler set! Get all six signature essential oil blends in our deliciously rich vinotherapy lotion, formulated with natural ingredients to soothe and protect. Aloe, grape seed and coconut oils deliver a mega dose of vitamins and antioxidants to thirsty skin. This water free lotion absorbs quickly, is concentrated and will leave your skin feeling fresh and moisturized all day long. A perfect set for getting to know our signature scent blends, whether for yourself or as a gift!

Features:
~six 1.2oz recyclable PET bottles with pumps
~certified organic ingredients
~vegan, paraben + phthalate free
~made with love in CA

The perfect gift at an amazing price, just $16.99!  Get it HERE.
We predict this set is going to be a top-seller this upcoming holiday season.

Cheers,

*NEW RELEASE* Blemish Buster Toner Contest

NEW RELEASE: introducing The Grapeseed Co. blemish buster toner: clear your complexion and disinfect problematic skin with organic botanicals & anti-aging nutrients. Tea tree, pink grapefruit, grapeseed extract and lavender purify & balance your complexion for a radiant glow.  How to use it:  Spritz on face and neck area following cleansing. Perfect for use anytime skin needs refreshing. Great complexion pick me up to revive makeup! For best results, use daily with The Grapeseed Co. Cleanser, Moisturizer, Vinotherapy Mask and Serum.

Enter our contest on Pinterest by 10/30 for a chance to receive a special deal: Buy one Blemish Buster Toner and get one FREE!
*Save the extra for yourself or surprise a friend or family member with a refreshing treat*

Follow the 3 EASY STEPS to ENTER:
      1. Follow grapeseedco on Pinterest here
      2. Tell us about your natural, DIY remedies on how you treat problematic skin by posting photos to one of your boards ---  hashtag #grapeseedco and mention @grapeseedco
     3. Post a link of your Pinterest board to our Facebook page here

Good luck! 
We will contact the winner by 10/31.
   

NEW RELEASE: Cali Harvest Serum

The Grapeseed Co. has launched another luscious product to add to your grapeseed regimen! 

Meet our revitalizing Cali Harvest Serum:

Refresh your grapeseed glow with the bounty of California’s harvest. Organic pumpkin, flax and cherry oils are naturally rich in alpha-linoleic acids (ALAs) to replenish and rejuvenate dull skin. Omega fatty acids and vitamins A, B, D, & E target fine lines to moisturize and renew the skin. Suitable for all skin types. 

Uses:

      Apply throughout the day to perk up your complexion or use as a night treatment: wash your face with one of our delicate cleansers, spritz on toner and gently apply 3-4 pumps of serum to your neck & skin in upward, circular motions.

For best results, use with The Grapeseed Co. antiaging skincare from the vine skin care products.

Buy it here for only $30.00.

visit our new, improved scent bar & lounge in Santa Barbara

the new shop located at 21 W. Ortega St. in downtown Santa Barbara, CA

When we opened our first store on Carrillo Street three years ago, I had this idea of bringing the fun and endless possibilities of the creation process to all of you through our self scent bar. This has been a huge attraction to our shop, and we love sniffing your amazing custom scent blends. We also love hearing the stories of who you gift these to, and why you love to create and name the gift! Our new location in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara (across from Macy's at 21 W. Ortega Street) has a gorgeous new expanded scent bar and lounge!

 We invite you to come in anytime Mon-Fri 10:30-6PM or Sat 11-5PM to create your own custom blended organic bath products. You can relax with a cup of tea in our beautiful, sunny scent bar lounge and peruse over 100 essential oil and fragrance offerings!

we have added:

a dozen new essential oils and phthalate free fragrance oils

create your own shampoo & conditioner

PLUS, a brand new create your own SCRUB BAR 

 where you can pick your own herbs and extracts to blend in,
plus the scent of your choice!

Join us October 12th for the  

Grand Opening Celebration 

& save at our scent bar

Stop by and check it out, we have closed both the Carpinteria and Carrillo St in SB stores and moved everything to this wonderful new location.
We can't wait to share it with you :)

fresh from your kitchen: aloe + tea tree after-sun cooler

This past weekend was HOT in Santa Barbara and many other areas of our country! We embraced summer full force, surfing and hanging at the beach most of the weekend. It gave Pete and I lots of opportunities to put the new Cali Sun SPF 30 stick to the test! I've been product testing this for many months, but not yet in this intense summer sun and a full afternoon at the beach. As an avid water sport lover and sun stick user, I have to say this new product works wonders! I re-applied a few times throughout the day, and through the sun and waves it kept my face from burning (and as of Tuesday, no breakouts either!)

After a hot day in the sun, it's great to cool down and rehydrate. Try this fresh, cooling spritz on your skin in the hot weather... enjoy!

ingredients
8oz spray bottle
2 mint leaves
5 oz (weak) green tea
3 oz organic aloe juice
15 drops tea tree essential oil
15 drops lavender essential oil

directions
~brew a weak pot of green tea and let cool.
~add all ingredients to the bottle using a funnel.
~shake and chill in the fridge for a few hours before using. I also like to store this in the fridge to intensify the cooling effect when sprayed on the skin!
what it does...
green tea is rich in powerful polyphenol antioxidants. The caffeine in the green tea helps constrict pores and eliminate fluid waste and detox your skin.

aloe gently moisturizes, replenishes and calms the skin.

tea tree is naturally cooling. It has been referred to as the jack-of-all trades for problematic skin EOs... great for irritated skin including acne, insect bites, rashes, ring worm.

lavender has so many amazing properties: calming, antiseptic, antibacterial and has been know to help acne, scarring, winkles, burns, sunburns, eczema and psoriasis.
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Green Skin Care Blog brings simple spa delights to your home with Fresh From Your Kitchen: DIY skin care recipes & treatments you can create with a trip to the grocer or health food store. Direct from the formulator of The Grapeseed Co.'s stash of fresh beauty creations and concoctions!   

Featured Retailer: Integral Therapy Center

Just in time for Valentine's.... Here's a holistic therapy center you'll surely fall in LOVE with- Integral Therapy Center of Roscoe, IL.  This "feel good" co-op offers a cutting edge approach to holistic medicine by integrating ancient mind-body wisdom with the latest research and therapies. They provide a unique and multi-disciplinary approach to total wellness by offering services in yoga, pilates, massage, skin therapy and more. Integral Therapy Center has been wholesale partners with The Grapeseed Company for many years. This month we shed light on esthetician, Melissa Weidman, who shares more about The Spa at Integral Therapy Center.

Tell us about your spa? 
The Spa at Integral Therapy Center offers massage, facials, back facials, face and body waxing, ear candling, and spa parties. We pride ourselves on using products with clean and safe ingredients. As an esthetician I am really trying to spread the knowledge to our guests about safe and effective ways that we can care for our skin with ingredients we already have at home and clean, responsible product line like The Grapeseed Co. 

What makes your spa unique/different? 
The spa itself is only part of what I like to explain as a holistic therapy co-op. Other services offered throughout the building are Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Yoga, Pilates, Meditation groups and we also have a therapy dog. It's a beautiful space where you can find some peace and so many ways to care for yourself and being part of that is what makes it so unique.

How have you taken initiative to become a greener business? 
The newest for us has been connecting with a local farm that is part of the CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) network. We will be a pick-up site for them starting this coming spring and we will be offering more information on the importance of supporting local organic farms and the difference they make. Other ways we try to be green are finding used furniture to furnish our space instead of buying new. I personally have found many uses for my empty Grapeseed Co. containers. The eye cream dishes work great for carrying jewelry when traveling, empty candle jars are perfect for holding waxing sticks, ear candles or cotton pads and if I refill any of the bottles with a pump on the top my kids prefer them over other toys in the tub! If I can't find a use for it, I recycle it.

What is your best selling Grapeseed product? 
The Grapeseed Oil is the best seller. It has so many wonderful uses, it's hard not to love it! 

What is your personal favorite Grapeseed product? 
My own favorite is the Rose and Grape Serum. I love it on it's own or a few drop of it in my moisturizer.

Visit Integral Therapy Center 
5428 Williams Dr. Roscoe, IL 61073
Studio 815.494.5551
Spa (Melissa) 815.566.7855 
email Melissa(at)integraltherapyonline(dot)com 
www.integraltherapyonline.com

yumm...new summer lip balm flavors!

NEW RELEASE

 Two new yummy, summer inspired flavors to enjoy in our seasonal lip balm tubes!

TINTED | Lemon Honey

Made with Lemon Essential Oil and a naturally derived honey fragrance plus a sweet touch of local honey :) with a peachy-golden mineral shimmer

CLEAR | Mango Melon

Juicy, sweet, ripe mango dripping down your chin, expertly blended with refreshing, crisp melon. Delish!

New lip balms are available for both wholesale and retail purchase online and at our Santa Barbara and Carpinteria Stores. Remember, the seasonal lip balm tubes will change when we sell out, so grab them while they're super fresh!

VISIT OUR 2 LOCATIONS

Flagship Boutique & Scent Bar | Santa Barbara, California
OPEN Monday-Saturday 10:30-5:30
201 W Carrillo St. at De La Vina in downtown Santa Barbara

Warehouse Store | Carpinteria, California
OPEN Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10:30-5:30
4193 Carpinteria Ave #9 Exit Carpinteria Ave, beach side before downtown

SALE SHELF with new features daily, only at the warehouse!

fresh from your kitchen: soothing oat milk soak

This is a fabulously easy DIY spa recipe to start getting in shape to show some skin... sundresses & swimsuits are right around the corner!

 

soothing oat milk soak

1/4 C dry oatmeal
4T dry milk powder
2T coarse grain sea salt or epsom salt
4-6 fresh lavender sprigs- prep by removing buds from stem
pinch of mustard powder (optional: helps heal sore muscles)
15-20 drops of the essential oil(s) of your choice...
we recommend a 1 part lavender : 1 part neroli combo for this one!

 

directions

~combine the oats & lavender buds pulse and grind to a medium-coarse grain powder in coffee grinder or food processor
~add remainder of ingredients and mix well
~add to running bath water. hop in, relax and enjoy! Follow with an indulgent full body scrub and moisturizer for silky smooth skin.

 

what it does

milk contains a naturally occurring alpha-hydroxy acid from lactic acid that exfoliates and renews the cellular surface of the skin, smoothing and softening.

oatmeal is a natural, soothing exfolliant known for it's calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It also has astringent qualities but is gentle enough for sensitive skin. It helps to draw oil and impurities out of the skin.

mustard seed gently stimulates while soothing achy muscles. Constricts and opens pores; tones skin.

 
lavender Lavender has so many amazing properties. It's calming, antiseptic, antibacterial and has been know to help treat acne, scarring, winkles, burns, sunburns, eczema and psoriasis.

Epsom salt detoxifies and helps rid the skin of impurities

20-30 undisturbed minutes soaking priceless! start to finish, this will take you only 25-35 minutes, is cheap and indulgent... so get going :)

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Green Skin Care Blog brings simple spa delights to your home monthly with Fresh From Your Kitchen: DIY skin care recipes & mini spa treatments you can create at home with a trip to the grocer or health food store. Direct from the formulator of The Grapeseed Company's personal stash of fresh beauty creations and concoctions!

custom green wedding & party favors

Did you know The Grapeseed Co. can create custom soy candles, lip balms, lotions & more for your wedding, party or special event?

                            locally handmade in Santa Barbara, California
               elegant green favors for your event
 customize... 
select from over 80 essential oils & phthalate free fragrance oils or our signature scents available at our Santa Barbara store & virtual scent bar
personalize...
we can work with your colors to customize labels, hang tags or place cards

contact us today to discuss your project and learn more here

join us Saturday for Scrub-apalooza at The Grapeseed Co.

Eco~ Beauty Classes at The Grapeseed Co. 
are a great way to customize your own product &
learn tricks and recipes to blend your creations at home! 

In this class you'll create 2 custom large scrubs and learn about the benefits of certain clays, herbs, essential oils, flowers and more! You'll make 2 different jars of scrub (10oz each) to take home plus simple DIY recipes for even more scrubs!

Register online for a spot:
date: Saturday March 3, 2012
time: 4:00-5:30PM class with refreshments, chatting & fun! 

location: The Grapeseed Company 201 W Carrillo St. in downtown Santa Barbara

~You may also call our store at (805)456-3655 to register. 

~Only registration reserves your spot and there are just a few left!

Fresh From Your Kitchen: Chocolate Valentine Scrub

Our delish Chocolate Valentine Scrub combines the natural antioxidant rich powers of cocoa and gentle exfoliating qualities of brown sugar and yogurt to create a home spa-treatment ideal for achieving smooth, silky skin. As always, the ingredients are easy to find organic staples in your local grocery or health food store. Enjoy!

ingredients
1C organic brown sugar
1/4c sunflower oil
1/4c plain or vanilla organic yogurt
1 T organic cocoa powder
15 drops vanilla essential oil (EO) 

directions
~mix brown sugar and cocoa powder in a small bowl with a spatula
~add yogurt, oil and EO, blend until smooth
~massage your warm, damp skin from the feet up with gentle, upward circular motions
~rinse
~apply a natural moisturizer, body butter or body oil. You can even custom make a chocolate lotion or oil to match your scrub here.
~any remainder can be saved in an air tight container in the fridge for up to a week

benefits
brown sugar is softer and fluffier in texture than traditional white sugar, making it an ideal choice for exfoliating sensitive skin. It's also a great source of vitamin B due to the molasses content of the sugar.
chocolate is rich in potent antioxidants that help fight free radicals. It also helps promote healthy cell turnover, which is a great combo with the gentle exfoliating properties of this scrub.
sunflower oil like grapeseed oil, sunflower oil is rich in polyphenols. It's a terrific choice for sensitive skin and even gentle enough for use on babies. It's rich in omegas, oleic and linoleic acid in addition to beta carotene which provides renewing nutrients to the skin.
yogurt contains a naturally occurring alpha-hydroxy acid from lactic acid that exfoliates and renews the surface of your skin.
vanilla EO is known for it's soothing, relaxing qualities; some even say it's an aphrodisiac! Check out The Grapeseed Co. vanilla EO and entire steam distilled EO collection.

upcoming Eco~Beauty Classes

Eco~Beauty Classes at The Grapeseed Company Store 

in Santa Barbara

D'Vine Valentine: Saturday February 11th 4-5:30pm
create your own scented soy & grapeseed candle and massage oil ~ sign up here*

Scrub-a-palooza: Saturday March 3rd 4-5:30pm
select your special concoction of herbs, clays, essential oils & antioxidants to create 2 different scrubs ~ sign up here*

*spaces are limited, only your purchase reserves a spot in the class. You may also visit us or call (805)456-3655 during store hours Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30 to purchase your spot.

can't make the class dates? contact us to book a private party with your friends

subscribe to our google calendar or newsletter to see when new classes are added 

new release: 6 vinotherapy gift sets, perfect for Valentine's

Introducing 6 new value gift sets to kick off 2012! Grapeseed gifts are a unique choice for wine lovers, organic enthusiasts, Valentine's or an indulgent treat that's sure to be appreciated on any occasion. Check out the fabulous selections for him and her, plus new luxurious and budget gift options...

1. VINO LUXE BATH & BODY BASKET

 A gorgeous, large woven bark basket is filled with organic, vinotherapy bath goodies in your choice of signature scent for the complete spa experience, right at home ~ $99

2. VINOTHERAPY FOR HIM GIFT BASKET

He'll enjoy a generous sampling of full size grapeseed skin, shave & shower products for daily grooming. Experience the benefits of vinotherapy with mojito man, formulated with a yummy blend of essential oils to help prevent ingrown hairs ~ $79

3. VINOTHERAPY FOR HER GIFT BASKET

A large, hand woven bark gift basket filled with anti~aging skin care from the vine™ so she can experience the natural, luxurious benefits of vinotherapy daily by turning her bathroom into a wine country spa! $94

4. BE MINE BOX

A sweet little token for Valentine's day. Select your favorite grapeseed co. essential oil blend in the organic bath & massage oil and room & body mist plus sweet lips in a festive box made from recycled materials ~ $16.50 

5. PINOTHERAPY™BATH TOWER 

Select your favorite grapeseed co. essential oil blend for the travel tin soy candle and pinotherapy™ wine infused bath salts. We'll wrap them up in a cute reusable gift bag complete with a wooden scoop & lip balm. Just add a glass of wine for the perfect bath... instant relaxation anytime for just $32!

6. SWEET TREATS BOX

A sweet treat without the calories for Valentine's day! Select your favorite grapeseed co. signature essential oil blend in the organic bath & massage oil, soy candle and our indulgent whipped grapeseed & shea butter. We'll add organic lip balm and a festive box ~ $38

As always, orders $75 and over ship for free automatically at checkout. Grab a gift for your special Valentine today!

Vanilla Almond Cinnamon Scrub ~ Women's Health Magazine

Thanks for mentioning our Vanilla Almond Cinnamon Scrub in this month's Women's Health feature, "Beauty & the Feast"! Vanilla Almond Cinnamon is one of our original scents and always a top selling treat for the holiday season! Try this delectable, 100% natural scent in our more of our organic bath & body products, handmade in Santa Barbara:
lotion  
body wash
soy candles
bath & massage oil
room & body mist

new release: wood lid soy candle

{NEW RELEASE}wood lid soy candle

It looks beautiful in the picture, and even more impressive in person. This candle makes the perfect gift. Our amazing soy & grapeseed butter formula poured in thick, footed glass with a black wood lid. Available in all of our Grapeseed Co. Signature Scents. Packaged in a sheer fabric gift bag, ready for anyone on your list | $24

the grapeseed co. natural soy & grapeseed butter candles

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experience the pure, healthy, glow of non-GMO soy wax blended with pure grapeseed butter & our signature essential oil blends. A beautifully aromatic, extra-long burning candle that doubles as a warm moisturizing oil as the candle liquifies.

new release: pinot dreams organic wine soap & body butter

{NEW RELEASE}pinot dreams wine bar organic soap, whipped body butter & gift sets 
 Our latest addition to the vineyard blends, pinot dreams has 

...lush floral notes in a field of dreamy lavender
with a hint of orange blossom  

this delectable essential oil blend is the latest addition to our top selling wine bar organic soaps & whipped grapeseed, shea and acai body butters. Like all of our Grapeseed Co. bath & body products, they are handmade daily at our Santa Barbara store with local, antioxidant rich grape seeds.

available in:
wine bar organic soap

whipped body butter
wine bar & butter set 

body butter trio gift set

fresh from your kitchen: milky oat bath

This month's Fresh From Your Kitchen feature is an all-over skin smoothing (and soothing) soak! Super easy and quick to make, you just need to make sure you can set aside time to soak and relax in the tub. Enjoy!

MILKY OAT BATH

1/4 cup oats 

(mill the oats in a blender or coffee grinder)

2T organic powdered milk

3T epsom salt

20-30 drops of essential oil(s) of your choice, my pick lately has been a lavender, rose, neroli combo!

Directions

1. mix all ingredients together except the EOs. 

2. add to bathwater as it's running, then add EOs to running bathwater.

3. soak, relax, breathe deep, be present, enjoy.

What it Does
milk contains a naturally occurring alpha-hydroxy acid from lactic acid that exfoliates and renews the cellular surface of the skin, smoothing and softening.

oatmeal is a natural, soothing exfoliant known for it's calming and anti-inflammatory properties. It also has astringent qualities but is gentle enough for sensitive skin. It helps to draw oil and impurities out of the skin.

epsom salt detoxifies and rids the skin of impurities

20-30 undisturbed minutes soaking priceless

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Green Skin Care Blog brings simple spa delights to your home with Fresh From Your Kitchen: DIY skin care recipes & treatments you can create with a trip to the grocer or health food store. Direct from the formulator of The Grapeseed Company's personal stash of fresh beauty creations and concoctions.

scentual sandalwood giveaway | create your scent

1 year ago, we opened The Grapeseed Company flagship store in downtown Santa Barbara! I started The Grapeseed Co. 7 years ago to create premium natural skin care based on grapeseeds, an ecologically sound, antioxidant rich byproduct of our local region. Since launching the company I always dreamed of opening a store and setting up a Self Scent Bar™where customers could create their own signature blends. Shortly after opening the store, we launched the Virtual Scent Bar™at TheGrapeseedCompany.com Both Scent Bars have been a hit, online and in the store. So, what better way to mark a year than a  
Create Your Own Signature Scent Giveaway?!

you can enter for the chance to win a

Create Your Own Scentual Sandalwood Line 

~at our Self Scent Bar or Virtual Scent Bar~

You'll get a 15 minute consultation with Kristin about your favorite scents, essential oils, fragrance oils and suggested blends. From there, you will get a chance to blend your own signature sandalwood based scent into an entire body product line, and name it!

You'll receive:

8oz grapeseed hand & body wash

4oz bath & massage oil

4oz vinotherapy body lotion

4oz grapeseed room & body mist

perfume in a cobalt glass rollerball bottle

all wrapped up in our elegant fine vine gift box

(valued at over $120)

To enter, do any (or all) of the following:

1. join in on the fun on our facebook page by liking us

2. follow us on twitter

3. tell your friends about The Grapeseed Company by mentioning us on facebook

4. subscribe to The Grapeseed Co. Monthly News  
(15% off code, DIY spa recipes, promos & more!)

Tip: each thing counts as 1 entry, so do all 4 and you'll enter 4 times! Winner will be drawn at random in September.

Then, leave a comment below letting us know what you did. Easy-peasy.

The winner will get the chance to claim their prize at the store, 

by phone or virtual scent bar online, so this is open to everyone. 

Cheers, and thanks for making this one great year!
We would not be here without all of you :)
thanks,