Simple Routines for Healthy Skin
Facial Cleansing & Care
Why Use an Oil Facial Cleanser
• Gentle, Effective Cleansing
Oil binds to makeup, sunscreen, and impurities — lifting them away without stripping your skin.
• Balances All Skin Types
Supports natural oil production for soft, comfortable skin (not tight or dry).
• Nourishes the Skin Barrier
Rich botanical oils deliver essential fatty acids and antioxidants that keep skin calm, resilient, and glowing.
• Deep Clean Without Harshness
Melts buildup from deep within pores while leaving skin supple and smooth.
• A Simple Ritual of Care
Oil cleansing transforms your routine into a moment of calm, kindness, and renewal.
Simple Daily Oil Cleansing Routine
Step 1 — Cleanse
Apply your Botanical Facial Oil Cleanser to dry skin.
Massage gently for 30–60 seconds to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and buildup.
Use alone or add a few drops of your preferred Booster (Clarity & Balance, Radiance & Renewal, Restore & Repair, or Nourish & Glow) for a custom skin treatment.
Remove with a warm, damp cloth.
Step 2 — Micro Polish (1–2× per week)
Blend a small amount of Micro Polish Boost with your cleanser for gentle exfoliation and renewed radiance.
Massage in circular motions, then rinse thoroughly.
Step 3 — Tone
Mist or sweep our Refresh & Hydrate Toner across the skin to refresh and restore balance.
Step 4 — Moisturize & Treat
Finish with a few drops of your Facial Serum & Boost as a nourishing moisturizer.
Each Booster doubles as a facial serum — delivering targeted support for your skin’s unique needs.
Botanical Ink
Ink Renewal — Tattoo Aftercare by The Cottage
Why I Created Botanical Ink
I love my tattoos and wanted them to stay bright, bold, and beautiful for years—not just weeks. When I couldn’t find an aftercare line that matched my values of being simple, organic, and effective, I created Botanical Ink. Every product is handcrafted with pure oils and butters, never synthetics or fillers, to care for skin and protect the art it carries.
Why Organic Ingredients Matter
• No synthetics — gentle on healing skin, won’t clog pores
• Pure, unrefined oils & butters — rich in vitamins, antioxidants & fatty acids
• Small-batch, eco-conscious — safer for skin, safer for the planet
Ink Renewal is designed to nourish the skin while preserving tattoo vibrancy.
Why Botanical Ink Works
Botanical Ink blends healing botanicals with protective emollients that support tattoos from fresh ink through long-term maintenance:
• Moisturizes & protects with jojoba, squalane & tamanu
• Soothes redness & irritation with chamomile & frankincense
• Supports vibrancy with antioxidant-rich raspberry, cranberry & strawberry oils
• Strengthens skin with shea, mango & murumuru butters
Tamanu: The Powerhouse Behind Botanical Ink
Tamanu oil is at the heart of the Botanical Ink system. This rich, emerald-green oil is known for its:
• Regenerative properties — supports skin repair and renewal
• Anti-inflammatory benefits — helps calm irritated or freshly tattooed skin
• Moisture retention — keeps skin supple to maintain crisp lines and bold color
• Natural antioxidant content — protects ink vibrancy over time
It’s one of nature’s most powerful skin-restoring oils — and a signature ingredient throughout the Botanical Ink line.
Botanical Ink Whipped Balm
When to Use: Day 0 onward (fresh tattoos)
How to Use:
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry tattooed skin using clean hands. Use 2–3 times daily during the early healing phase.
Why It Works:
This EO-free, breathable balm helps protect fresh ink from dryness, itch, and irritation while supporting the skin as it begins to heal.
Botanical Ink Renewal Serum
When to Use: Day 3–5 onward (and anytime after)
How to Use:
Massage 2–4 drops into tattooed skin once or twice daily. Can be used alone or layered under our Whipped Balm or Balm Bar.
Why It Works:
A lightweight blend of regenerative, antioxidant-rich oils that absorbs quickly to keep tattoos hydrated, vibrant, and supported long term.
Botanical Ink Lotion Balm Bar
When to Use: After Day 14 (fully healed tattoos)
How to Use:
Glide the bar directly over tattooed skin. The balm will melt on contact with body heat. Massage in as needed.
Why It Works:
Mess-free, portable moisture with rich butters and a light wax barrier—perfect for daily protection, dry climates, or heavily inked skin.
Botanical Ink Renewal Polish
When to Use: After 3–4 weeks (fully healed tattoos only)
How to Use:
Apply to damp skin and gently massage over tattooed areas. Rinse and pat dry. Follow with Serum, Body Butter, or Balm Bar. Use 1–2× weekly.
Why It Works:
Sugar gently exfoliates while acting as a humectant, helping moisture move into the skin. Leaves tattoos smooth, refreshed, and crisp.
Botanical Baby
Soft, simple, and soothing — the way baby care should be.
The Botanical Baby system is a thoughtfully designed collection of gentle, organic products that work together to support baby’s skin from bath time to bedtime. Each product is crafted with calming botanicals, nourishing oils, and minimal ingredients — no harsh soaps, no unnecessary additives, and no complicated routines.
Use the products individually or as a complete ritual for baby (and mom), focusing on comfort, nourishment, and care — nothing more, nothing less.
Botanical Baby Soak
(Muslin bath sachets + herbal soak)
How to Use:
Place a muslin bath sachet with the Botanical Baby soak into warm bath water and allow it to steep. Gently squeeze the sachet to release the soothing oat and botanical infusion, then softly glide or squeeze over baby’s skin as a gentle washcloth. After the bath, sachet can be reused. Simply empty the sachet, rinse well, and hang to dry.
Best for:
Soothing sensitive skin, dryness, redness, or bedtime baths.
Fluffy Cleanser
(Gentle, soap-free cream cleanser)
How to Use:
Apply a small amount to damp skin and gently massage. Rinse with warm water or wipe away with a soft cloth. Pat skin dry. Follow with Baby Butter or Baby Oil if desired.
Best for:
Daily cleansing without stripping skin’s natural moisture.
Baby Butter
(Whipped, nourishing moisturizer)
How to Use:
Warm a small amount between your hands and gently massage into baby’s skin after bath time or as needed. Focus on dry areas such as legs, arms, tummy, and cheeks.
Best for:
Daily moisturizing, post-bath care, and dry or sensitive skin.
Bum Balm
(Protective diaper balm)
How to Use:
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin at diaper changes. Use as a protective barrier or whenever skin looks red or irritated.
Best for:
Diaper rash prevention, soothing irritation, and protecting delicate skin.
Nip Whip (for Moms)
(Soothing nipple butter)
How to Use:
Apply a small amount to nipples as needed during breastfeeding or pumping. No need to wipe off before nursing. Can also be used on dry skin, lips, or cuticles.
Best for:
Tender, dry, or irritated skin during nursing.
Forever Tough Collection
Beard Butter & Moustache Wax
The Forever Tough Collection is designed for beards that face the elements every day — wind, sun, cold, heat, work, and life. Each product is thoughtfully handcrafted with high-quality plant oils and butters chosen to condition the beard, support the skin underneath, and provide practical, reliable styling without heaviness or buildup.
This system is intentionally simple:
- Beard Butter for daily conditioning, softness, and light shaping
- Moustache Wax for precision styling and long-lasting hold
Used together or on their own, these products help keep facial hair healthy, groomed, and comfortable — never stiff, greasy, or overworked.
Forever Tough Beard Oil
How to Use (Coming Soon)
Our Forever Tough Beard Oil is being developed as a lightweight, deeply conditioning oil designed to soften facial hair, reduce frizz, and support the skin beneath the beard without feeling greasy or heavy.
Formulated with thoughtfully chosen plant oils, this beard oil is intended to:
- Condition coarse beard hair
- Help reduce dryness, itch, and beard flake
- Improve manageability and softness
- Leave a clean, healthy finish — not oily or sticky
To use:
- Dispense a few drops into the palms of your hands.
- Rub hands together to warm the oil.
- Massage into the beard, working from the skin outward to the ends of the hair.
- Comb or brush through to evenly distribute.
Best for:
- Daily beard conditioning
- Reducing frizz and dryness
- Softening coarse or unruly hair
- Prepping the beard for Beard Butter or Moustache Wax
Tip: Beard oil can be used on its own or layered under Beard Butter for added softness and nourishment.
Forever Tough Sculpting Beard Butter
How to Use
Our Whipped Beard Sculpting Butter is a medium-hold conditioning butter designed to soften the beard, reduce frizz, and gently shape without stiffness.
To use:
- Scoop a small amount (pea- to dime-size, depending on beard length).
- Warm between palms until melted.
- Work evenly through the beard, starting at the skin and moving outward.
- Shape with hands or a beard comb as desired.
Best for:
- Daily conditioning
- Soft to medium shaping
- Reducing flyaways and puffiness
- Adding a healthy, natural sheen
Tip: Can be used alone or layered over beard oil for extra softness.
Forever Tough Moustache Wax
How to Use
Our Moustache Wax is a firm-hold styling wax designed for precision — ideal for shaping, defining, and holding moustaches (including handlebar styles).
To use:
- Scrape a small amount with a fingernail.
- Warm thoroughly between fingers until pliable.
- Apply to the moustache, starting at the center and working outward.
- Shape, twist, or curl as desired.
Best for:
- Strong, lasting hold
- Detailed styling
- Keeping moustache hairs neat and in place
Tip: A little goes a long way. Apply sparingly and build as needed.
Using the Collection Together
For a complete grooming routine:
- Apply Beard Oil (optional) to condition and prep.
- Follow with Beard Butter for softness and light shaping.
- Finish with Moustache Wax for precision styling where needed.
Whipped Body Butters
What it is:
Our organic whipped body butters are rich, airy blends of nourishing botanical butters and oils designed to deeply moisturize and protect the skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
How to use:
Scoop a small amount and massage into clean skin until absorbed. A little goes a long way. Use daily or as needed, especially after bathing or when skin feels dry.
Helpful tip:
For best results, apply while skin is slightly warm or damp to help lock in moisture.
Lotion Bars
What it is:
Our organic lotion bars are solid, mess-free moisturizers made with nourishing botanical butters, oils, and waxes. Designed for versatility, they soften and protect skin and double as a gentle lip balm.
How to use:
Warm the bar by gently gliding directly onto clean, dry skin or lips. The warmth of your skin will melt the bar, releasing just the right amount of moisture.
Helpful tip:
Perfect for hands, elbows, feet, and lips — ideal for on-the-go hydration wherever skin needs extra care.