Long used by Midwestern homesteaders, calendula remains one of our most trusted skin-healing herbs. This post explores its folk history, traditional uses, and the handmade products we infuse with this gentle prairie healer.

September on the prairie brings goldenrod, elderflower, echinacea, and rosehips—herbs that have supported families for generations. Learn how Meadowlark Made celebrates these seasonal treasures in our Foraged Grace Facial Balm, Tattoo Balm, and nourishing lip balms.

Late summer can leave your skin feeling dry, sensitive, or just a little “off.” With over five years of experience in holistic skin care, I’ve learned that this is the perfect time to slow down, simplify, and give your skin what it really needs — moisture, rest, and support for the season ahead.

Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fifteenth, your skin deserves more than a drugstore afterthought. Our Tattoo Balm blends heritage Kunekune tallow, skin-soothing herbs, and a whisper of essential oils into one deeply nourishing formula—crafted to support recovery, comfort, and ink vibrancy from day one. No petroleum. No fake fragrance. Just real, recognizable ingredients.

Formulated by a holistic esthetician, each Meadowlark Made facial balm is infused with slow-rendered tallow, hand-harvested herbs, and plant-based oils to support graceful aging, sensitive skin, and a healthy glow—no fillers, just nature’s wisdom.