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Woolly Blue Curls Lotion (Made with Wild Grown Pure and Genuine Trichostema lanatum essential oil)
Woolly Blue Curls Lotion (Made with Wild Grown Pure and Genuine Trichostema lanatum essential oil)
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Woolly Blue Curl Lotion — Artisan Aromatherapy Lotion with Rare California Native Essential Oil
An uplifting blend of Woolly Blue Curl, Geranium, Jojoba, Evening Primrose & Vitamin E in a nourishing plant-based lotion.
Experience Woolly Blue Curl Lotion
Woolly Blue Curl (Trichostema lanatum) is a rare native essential oil, first distilled in recorded history in 1998 at Refugio Gardens. Sustainably wild grown in Santa Barbara County and GC–MS verified for purity, its intense sweetness comes from an α-thujene-dominant profile (56.71%) — a chemistry essentially unmatched in the aromatics world. A favorite of the Chumash people of the Santa Barbara region, this lotion blends it with geranium and skin-revitalizing botanicals to uplift the spirit and leave skin deeply moisturized.
The Aroma
A scent reminiscent of honey and mountain pine, with green piney top notes, a soft honeyed floral heart, and a warm, resinous, embracing drydown. Its intensely sweet, mint-pine character is uplifting, comforting, and restorative — a fragrance few people outside the chaparral have ever smelled.
The Blend
- Woolly Blue Curl (Trichostema lanatum): A rare native essential oil dominated by α-thujene (56.71%), with myrcene, α-pinene, β-phellandrene, sabinene, and β-pinene — GC–MS verified with no adulteration detected. Traditionally prized as a disinfectant and restorative; the hydrosol has long been sipped for stomachache, fevers, and postpartum recovery. First artisan-distilled in 1998.
- Geranium: Traditionally used to balance emotions, ease tension, and support skin vitality. Its rosy, green floral notes soften and round the blend, complementing Woolly Blue Curl's sweetness with balancing warmth.
- Jojoba: A liquid wax that absorbs readily into skin, providing lasting moisture and skin-conditioning support.
- Evening Primrose Oil: Rich in gamma-linolenic acid, traditionally valued for supporting skin suppleness, moisture retention, and a revitalized appearance.
- Vitamin E: A naturally occurring antioxidant that supports skin repair and protects the lotion's botanical oils from oxidation.
How to Use
Apply generously to clean skin, focusing on pulse points, neck, shoulders, or any area needing comfort. Massage in slowly and breathe deeply to receive the full aromatic benefit. Ideal as a daily moisturizer, a mood-uplifting afternoon ritual, or a comforting moment of calm after a long day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Woolly Blue Curl smell like?
Woolly Blue Curl has an intensely sweet, resinous, mint-pine aroma — green and piney at first breath, then honeyed, soft, and embracing. Its striking dark blue and magenta blooms grow against crisp green, rosemary-like leaves.
Is Woolly Blue Curl essential oil rare?
Yes. Woolly Blue Curl (Trichostema lanatum) was first distilled in recorded history in 1998 at Refugio Gardens, which remains the first and only known commercial source. Its oil is dominated by α-thujene at 56.71% — a profile essentially unmatched in the aromatics world.
What are the benefits of Woolly Blue Curl?
Woolly Blue Curl has long been prized as a disinfectant and uplifting restorative. The hydrosol is traditionally sipped for stomachache, fevers, and postpartum recovery, and the oil is valued aromatically for its comforting, euphoric, grief-easing character. A rich source of antioxidants, it joins geranium in this lotion to support revitalized, moisturized skin.
Who were the Chumash and how did they use this plant?
The Chumash are the Native people of the Santa Barbara region, and Woolly Blue Curl was a favorite of theirs. The plant's hydrosol and tea were used traditionally for stomach upset, fevers, and postpartum recovery, and its uplifting fragrance was prized as a restorative.
Is Woolly Blue Curl sustainable?
Yes. Our Woolly Blue Curl is sustainably wild grown on ranch land in Santa Barbara County and artisan-distilled in small batches at Refugio Gardens, verified by GC–MS analysis.
Can I use this lotion during pregnancy?
No — Woolly Blue Curl is a traditional uterine stimulant, and its essential oil is contraindicated during pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before use if pregnant, nursing, or under medical care.
Sustainability & Craftsmanship
Our Woolly Blue Curl essential oil is sustainably wild grown on ranch land in Santa Barbara County and artisan-distilled in small batches at Refugio Gardens. GC–MS verified for purity and authenticity — no adulteration detected. Every ingredient in this lotion reflects our commitment to wild California heritage and uncompromising quality.
Experience Wild California
Carry the sweet, pine-resin scent of an untamed hillside wherever you go. This rare, uplifting blend captures the velvet-and-cobalt beauty of Woolly Blue Curl's blooms — a fragrance few people have ever encountered. Wild California in every drop.
Want to dive deeper? Read the full therapeutic profile in our Woolly Blue Curls Blog.
Disclaimer: For external use only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Consult a qualified practitioner if pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
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Safety & Cautions
Safety & Cautions
- Please be advised to keep essential oils out of reach of pets and children.
- Please avoid using photosensitive essential oils (Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Orange, Bergamot, Tangerine, Calm Shen Blend and any products made with these oils such as Santa Barbara Goldenbush Lotion) prior to going out in the sun or using a tanning booth as they can react to sunlight and cause something similar to a severe sunburn.
- It is advised to void continuous long term use of the same essential oils.
- Be sure to research the powerful effects of essential oils before use.
- Use diluted essential oils on the skin (Carrier oils like Jojoba are great for this in a 10% essential oil to 90% carrier base oil ratio).
- It is advised to patch test on a small portion of sensitive skin and discontinue if there is irritation or a negative reaction.
- Please know the safety data and specific warnings on an individual oil or Blend before using.
- And please use careful caution using essential oils during pregnancy. Any use should be approved by a medical provider.
- Its important to keep essential oils away from your eyes. If oil does get in your eye, do not flush it out with water. You can dilute the area immediately with vegetable or carrier oil by placing the vegetable oil on a tissue and gently wiping the eye area.
- Also essential oils are flammable so please avoid direct contact with flames such as candles.
- Please do not use essential oils internally unless properly trained and prescribed by a physician. If accidentally swallowed, call the Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) immediately and do not induce vomiting.
Scent is VERY natural smelling. Specifically bought to moisturize body after shaving. It’s a bit small but I think it’s perfect sizing if you use one pump for your whole body :) mahalo !