Why We Infuse Every Treatment with Local Herbs (And Why Your Skin + Wellness Love It)

At citron, we believe that nature is beautiful, and it’s also functional with lots of healing benefits. That’s why we incorporate local herbs into nearly every treatment we offer. From herbal oils to our wellness tea rituals, these herbs and botanicals are a part of the experience and healthy transformation.

Here is why we’re so passionate about using them—and why your skin will also thank you.

1. Local herbs are fresh, potent, and alive.

When we source from nearby growers, the herbs we use retain more of their nutrients, antioxidants, and beneficial oils. Every treatment you receive is infused with the freshness of herbs and botanicals that have been organically grown, and you can feel that in your skin and your senses. We work with Farmacy Herbs here in Providence and they grow all of their herbs on their farm in East Greenwich.

2. Seasonal herbs give your skin exactly what it needs—when it needs it.

Just like our bodies crave seasonal foods, our skin benefits from seasonal support too. We shift the herbs in our treatments throughout the year to align with nature’s rhythms.

• Cooling mints and hydrating roses in summer,

• Soothing chamomile and calendula in winter,

• Cleansing elderberry and brightening lemon balm in spring,

• Grounding and refreshing orange Peel and Juniper Berry in the fall

I’m loving our Spring Renewal Facial and Body Remedy- they include a local Lemon Balm and Elderberry hydrating mask, herbal oil, and body polish.

3. Herbal infusions nourish your skin and your nervous system

We’re big believers that holistic skincare is self-care. And herbs help by connecting us to nature and nourishing ourselves with their properties.

Our herbal massage oils and tea blends calm the nervous system by delivering specific plant compounds that interact with your body’s stress response—both through the skin and internally.

The olfactory system (your sense of smell) is directly connected to the brain’s limbic system, which regulates emotions, memory, and stress levels. So, inhaling calming oils like lavender, for instance, can immediately signal the body to relax, lower heart rate, and deepen breath.

Our teas are handcrafted with local herbs specifically designed to benefit stress reduction, immunity, detoxification, skin health, and energy.

4. Supporting local herbs supports local wellness.

We’re proud to source herbs from small farmers in our state who share our values of integrity, sustainability, and wellness. When you receive a treatment at citron, you're not only investing in yourself—you're also supporting our local community.

5. Your skin + wellness reap the benefits

Infusing herbs into our treatments isn’t about trends—we honor the power of nature and creating results that go beyond the surface.

We truly believe that we can heal ourselves naturally, and I have found that incorporating herbs and botanicals, whether through teas or skin and body care, is a wonderful ritual to add to your wellness plan.