Our Apothecary
Nikki McClane, 1881 Salt Sanctuary’s Apothecary and Therapy lead, began formally studying holistic herbal medicine in 2010 at the Appalachia School of Holistic Herbalism in Asheville, NC. Nikki now has over 1,000 hours of classroom study under her belt in a variety of holistic modalities ranging from herbal medicine, massage therapy, and energy work. She uses her expertise to inform everything we do at 1881 Salt Sanctuary. In addition to her own line of products, Blissfully by Nature, Nikki spearheads the creation of signature 1881 blends, which you will enjoy during one of our massages. We take great care in selecting ethical, sustainable, and effective products from herbalists and alchemists from our local region and beyond. Our herbal apothecary features herbal tea blends, extracts, elixirs, salves, massage oils, salt therapy products, and more to support a wide range of health and wellness needs across all stages of life.
Stop in today to browse our collection and bring home a little bit of bliss!
We’re proud to stock herbal remedies and therapies to support your needs in areas like:
- Respiratory Health
- Women’s Health
- Pregnancy and Lactation
- Digestion
- Allergies
- Stress and Anxiety
- Mental Acuity
- Immune Support
- Sleep Support
- Musculoskeletal Health
- Urinary Tract Health
- Cardiovascular Fitness
- Headaches
- Colic
- And More!
Apothecary Featured Herb: Elderberry
Our featured herb really stole the spotlight back in 2020. Renowned for its immune boosting abilities, particularly for its reputation as an antiviral herb, elderberry took the world by storm while people sought protection during and solutions for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apothecary Featured Herb: Yarrow
If you’ve driven past the Sanctuary this summer, there’s a good chance you saw our happy crop of California poppies, or Eschscholzia californica, smiling out onto Loucks Road. These pretty petals open up every morning and close as the sun sets. And just like their tall cousins, Papaver somniferum, these flowers have a wide variety…
Apothecary Featured Herb: California poppy
If you’ve driven past the Sanctuary this summer, there’s a good chance you saw our happy crop of California poppies, or Eschscholzia californica, smiling out onto Loucks Road. These pretty petals open up every morning and close as the sun sets. And just like their tall cousins, Papaver somniferum, these flowers have a wide variety…