There has been a long developed stigma surrounding herbs and their uses in our lives. Common marketing surrounding herbal remedies is often stamped with confusing labels like, “Not FDA approved” and “If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a physician.”What society has forgotten is that these herbs are the plants that our creator gave to us on this planet. They all have a purpose in our lives, from healing to beauty and everything in between—and they shouldn’t be considered dangerous if you are in tune with your body, whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or just wanting to seek more natural remedies. My guest in this episode is Arielle De Martinez, and she shares such a refreshing and freeing perspective surrounding herbs and their uses in our everyday lives. Coming from a background as a hairstylist, Arielle began to wake up to the reality that surrounds the beauty and healthcare industries. Shampoos and products that she was using in her client’s hair were loaded with the fragrances and endocrine disruptors that we are all striving to get away from when leading a more holistic life. This inspired her to found her own beauty company that centers around whole plant herbalism and the benefits that women can gain from products that are truly natural, not just marketed that way. She and I also dive into the dirty little secret behind essential oils and why they shouldn’t be used in our everyday lives. If you’re considering leaning into herbalism in your everyday life and replacing some of the over-the-counter drugs and beauty products that plague our society with herbs, this episode is for you! I know you’re going to love it. Tune in today! In this episode:[02:19] Welcome my guest, Arielle De Martinez! [03:19] Arielle shares her background and how she found her way into herbalism.[07:05] How Arielle went from a hairstylist into a truly natural beauty product entrepreneur.[10:46] The concept of sovereign haircare and Arielle’s hair care routine. [16:39] What is at the core of the fear stigma surrounding herbs? [19:25] The use of herbs during pregnancy and breastfeeding.[27:28] Using your intuition and instincts when using herbs.[29:47] Why you should stop using essential oils.[37:21] The risks of using essential oils during delivery and with infants. [43:41] Arielle’s favorite herbs to support beauty.[47:34] Where can we source herbs?[51:50] Do you want to connect with Arielle? Connect with her here! Links and Resources:Freebies, including Go Eo Free PDF:https://shopsubluna.com/pages/digital-offeringsDiscount Codes from Our Sponsors:LoveBirdsLink: https://lovebirdfoods.com/?ref=jessicaashwellnessJESSICAASH for 10% offConnect with Arielle:SubLuna - Herbal Remedies, Beauty Products, and Functional Latte Mixes:shopsubluna.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/arielledemartinez/?hl=enConnect with Jessica:Have Sunday tea with me! Sign-up for my Sunday newsletter where I share what’s on my brain from the nutritional to spiritual: https://www.jessicaashwellness.com/email-subscribe. Join the Fully Nourished community! Follow me @jessicaashwellness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicaashwellness/