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Scent Story

April 5, 2020 No Comments
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As far as senses go, our sense of smell is such an esoteric one. Scents are personal and evocative, reminding us of our favorite places or pulling us back to a time in our lives that we wish to remember. Scent defines us, it is an integral part of our style. Maybe you have a signature scent. I know I do. And that’s why your beauty products should be scented the way you like them or maybe not at all if scents are overwhelming for you.

One of my favorites scents is books. Old books seem to be a pretty popular scent if you look at candle companies and the offerings they have. But I also love the scent of freshly printed books. I love cracking open a new book or a lushly designed magazine and smelling that fresh ink on the page. You see, my dad was a printer and when I was little he would take me to the print shop when he was working on a job and we would look at the freshly printed paper, rolling off the press, to make sure the color was synced up properly, from page to page. And smelling a freshly printed page takes me right back to that childhood memory.

Now would I wear the smell of new books on my person or put it in my beauty care products? LOL, no. But your scent memories do give me an idea of where to start the journey of what scents would be best for you if that kind of thing makes you scratch your head and say “I don’t know what my signature scent/s are.” It’s all about scent and chemistry. At Belle Alchemy we help you create your own Scent Story.

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Written by: Gina Cella
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Our Plant Allies

April 4, 2020 No Comments
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There is nothing more beautiful to me than taking a walk through the woods and seeing all the green sprouting up all around. Little green gems sprouting out of the ground reassure us that life is cyclical and there is a season for everything. When I started on my journey to make beauty care products, I wasn’t really thinking about plants, but it’s not that surprising that that’s where my beauty journey took me.

The more I looked at the ingredients I loved in my products, the more I realized that the majority of those ingredients are plant-based. And in creating something beautiful for you, I wanted to use those ingredients. The ones I felt were the most effective and natural: plants! So even though I already had years of experience with cosmetic chemistry and skincare science, I decided to train to become an herbalist. And all I can say is “Whoa!”, were my eyes opened then!

We live in strange times, my friends, and I’m here to tell you a little secret that all herbalists know; plants are going to save us. LOL, I know what you’re thinking, that I’ve gone off the deep end. But before you fashion me a tinfoil hat, consider this; for almost every ailment that you can think of, there is a plant remedy. Plus: more plants = more oxygen = healthier environment. So know that every product that is made for you at Belle Alchemy is not only made to your desire but also with the finest ingredients out there; all with a little help from our plant allies. Be well and green with beauty!

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Why Custom?

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It’s not really much of a confession to say I’m a beauty product junkie. Everyone who knows me knows that I take my self-care seriously. And being in the beauty industry my whole adult life has led me to easy access to beauty products and a deeper understanding of it. 

I’m a nerd when it comes to the science behind why certain products work the way they do. But in all my life of trying products, I rarely find the perfect one. And if I do, it usually gets discontinued before I can stock up. So frustrating! Even more frustrating than that are the products that are almost right. Like this product does everything I want it to but I hate the scent. Or this product would be great if it just had X ingredient instead. That’s why I created Belle Alchemy. I figured if I were looking for custom products, so were other people! I want you to be in control of your beauty and self-care. 

Let me know how I can help you make the product of your dreams!

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It’s garden planning time! I’m definitely expa It’s garden planning time! I’m definitely expanding the garden this year and establishing some perennial herbs to sustain my business. Honestly, I just want to buy ALL the seeds! How are your garden plans going? What are you planting this year? What seed company is your fav? Let me know in the comments! #gardenplanning #seedstarting #seeds #gardening #herbs #herbalist
I’m having the best time preparing for this Tea I’m having the best time preparing for this Tea Blending workshop! I love tea so much! Can you even be an herbalist if you don’t Iove tea? I’m not sure. 🤔 lol. If you love tea, you should come! This Sunday, May 5th; the link is my bio. Did I mention we’re having a tea party at the end? ☕️ #tea #teablending #herbalist #teaparty #downtowncuyahogafallsohio
Hey! I’ll be Oddmall this weekend! You know what Hey! I’ll be Oddmall this weekend! You know what else is this weekend? Mothers Day! You know what makes a great Mothers Day gift? Natural based Skincare! Come see me and my friends at Oddmall Friday night and Saturday, at the Stark County Fairgrounds and get your Mama a gift she’ll love! #oddmall #oddmallinsideout #handcaftedskincare
If you met me at a show or were directed her someh If you met me at a show or were directed her somehow, welcome! If you went to the website hoping to order or peruse some products, I wanted to let you all know; the online store is being updated and will be available soon. In the meantime if there’s a particular item you’re interested in, dm me and I will get it to you! Thanks for your interest! #naturalskincare #esotericesthetica
All Belle Alchemy products are restocked at Mod, A All Belle Alchemy products are restocked at Mod, A Salon & Gift Gallery. I am working on the new online shop and will introduce each of these products in the coming days. But in the meantime, IYKYK, dm me for purchase or stop in!
This weekend I will be vying my wares at this awes This weekend I will be vying my wares at this awesomely quirky show. Come see, buy some amazing self care and other amazing curios (didn’t o mention I’m sharing a booth with some crazy talented artists??) drink beer and be weird! Link in bio. See you there! #oddmall #rsheabrewing #bellealchemy #naturalskincareproducts #lovetheskinyourein #craftshow
I wish you healing and love this holiday season❤ I wish you healing and love this holiday season❤️
Beltane Blessings my loves!! Beltane Blessings my loves!!
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Gina Cella

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Esoteric Esthetica

It’s garden planning time! I’m definitely expa It’s garden planning time! I’m definitely expanding the garden this year and establishing some perennial herbs to sustain my business. Honestly, I just want to buy ALL the seeds! How are your garden plans going? What are you planting this year? What seed company is your fav? Let me know in the comments! #gardenplanning #seedstarting #seeds #gardening #herbs #herbalist
I’m having the best time preparing for this Tea I’m having the best time preparing for this Tea Blending workshop! I love tea so much! Can you even be an herbalist if you don’t Iove tea? I’m not sure. 🤔 lol. If you love tea, you should come! This Sunday, May 5th; the link is my bio. Did I mention we’re having a tea party at the end? ☕️ #tea #teablending #herbalist #teaparty #downtowncuyahogafallsohio
Hey! I’ll be Oddmall this weekend! You know what Hey! I’ll be Oddmall this weekend! You know what else is this weekend? Mothers Day! You know what makes a great Mothers Day gift? Natural based Skincare! Come see me and my friends at Oddmall Friday night and Saturday, at the Stark County Fairgrounds and get your Mama a gift she’ll love! #oddmall #oddmallinsideout #handcaftedskincare
If you met me at a show or were directed her someh If you met me at a show or were directed her somehow, welcome! If you went to the website hoping to order or peruse some products, I wanted to let you all know; the online store is being updated and will be available soon. In the meantime if there’s a particular item you’re interested in, dm me and I will get it to you! Thanks for your interest! #naturalskincare #esotericesthetica
All Belle Alchemy products are restocked at Mod, A All Belle Alchemy products are restocked at Mod, A Salon & Gift Gallery. I am working on the new online shop and will introduce each of these products in the coming days. But in the meantime, IYKYK, dm me for purchase or stop in!
This weekend I will be vying my wares at this awes This weekend I will be vying my wares at this awesomely quirky show. Come see, buy some amazing self care and other amazing curios (didn’t o mention I’m sharing a booth with some crazy talented artists??) drink beer and be weird! Link in bio. See you there! #oddmall #rsheabrewing #bellealchemy #naturalskincareproducts #lovetheskinyourein #craftshow
I wish you healing and love this holiday season❤ I wish you healing and love this holiday season❤️
Beltane Blessings my loves!! Beltane Blessings my loves!!
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