The Dirt: Skincare & Soap Wisdom for Hardworking Skin

Forget Fluff: Honest, Natural Christmas Gifts for Hardworking Skin - Usk Valley Herbs

Forget Fluff: Honest, Natural Christmas Gifts f...

Christmas is coming, but for those of us who live and work outside—the gardeners, the hikers, the farmers, and the builders—a gift isn’t about glittering packaging or fancy chemicals. It’s...

Forget Fluff: Honest, Natural Christmas Gifts f...

Christmas is coming, but for those of us who live and work outside—the gardeners, the hikers, the farmers, and the builders—a gift isn’t about glittering packaging or fancy chemicals. It’s...

The Real Difference: How Natural Glycerin and pH in Handmade Soap Support Your Skin's Microbiome - Usk Valley Herbs

The Real Difference: How Natural Glycerin and p...

If you’re reading this, you’ve likely searched for ‘microbiome friendly soap.’ Good. That means you’re looking for a proper clean that doesn’t leave your skin feeling tight, stripped, or worse...

The Real Difference: How Natural Glycerin and p...

If you’re reading this, you’ve likely searched for ‘microbiome friendly soap.’ Good. That means you’re looking for a proper clean that doesn’t leave your skin feeling tight, stripped, or worse...

Sea Buckthorn: Nature's Restorative Gold - Usk Valley Herbs

Sea Buckthorn: Nature's Restorative Gold

If you've noticed a deep golden-orange glow in some our Usk Valley Herbs balms, that's not a filler or an artificial colour—that's the raw power of Sea Buckthorn Oil. For us,...

Sea Buckthorn: Nature's Restorative Gold

If you've noticed a deep golden-orange glow in some our Usk Valley Herbs balms, that's not a filler or an artificial colour—that's the raw power of Sea Buckthorn Oil. For us,...

Stop Wasting Water: Why Your Hard-Working Skin Needs a Proper Balm, Not Just a Moisturiser - Usk Valley Herbs

Stop Wasting Water: Why Your Hard-Working Skin ...

If you've ever stood in the skincare aisle scratching your head, wondering what the difference is between a "moisturiser," a "lotion," and a "balm," you're not alone. It’s confusing! But...

Stop Wasting Water: Why Your Hard-Working Skin ...

If you've ever stood in the skincare aisle scratching your head, wondering what the difference is between a "moisturiser," a "lotion," and a "balm," you're not alone. It’s confusing! But...

Calendula: The Humble Flower Doing Proper Work for Your Skin - Usk Valley Herbs

Calendula: The Humble Flower Doing Proper Work ...

Right then, let's have a proper chat about a star player in our balm range – Calendula. You might see it on the tin, but do you know why this...

Calendula: The Humble Flower Doing Proper Work ...

Right then, let's have a proper chat about a star player in our balm range – Calendula. You might see it on the tin, but do you know why this...

Chamomile: The Calming Herb Your Skin’s Been Waiting For - Usk Valley Herbs

Chamomile: The Calming Herb Your Skin’s Been Wa...

If you spend your days outdoors — hiking, gardening, farming, or working with your hands — you’ll know how quickly the elements can take their toll. Dry, cracked, or weather-beaten...

Chamomile: The Calming Herb Your Skin’s Been Wa...

If you spend your days outdoors — hiking, gardening, farming, or working with your hands — you’ll know how quickly the elements can take their toll. Dry, cracked, or weather-beaten...